Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...(do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start If LEDs do hard reset If memory or hard drive components were replaced, ...if a component is installed incorrectly, or there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for at -a-time If possible, boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Memory Test and Hard Drive Test If all USB devices and media cards. 2. Perform a Hard Reset 1. If computer does not start normally...
...(do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start If LEDs do hard reset If memory or hard drive components were replaced, ...if a component is installed incorrectly, or there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for at -a-time If possible, boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Memory Test and Hard Drive Test If all USB devices and media cards. 2. Perform a Hard Reset 1. If computer does not start normally...
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS Diagnostics (f10) and run memory and hard drive diagnostic tests Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and: o Select Disable automatic restart on a black screen during startup or boot Search... www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message May be able ...
Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS Diagnostics (f10) and run memory and hard drive diagnostic tests Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and: o Select Disable automatic restart on a black screen during startup or boot Search... www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message May be able ...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... Internet service, follow these steps: 1. Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. Contact a local ISP to access the Internet. Chapter 5: Networking Setting up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to set up...
... Internet service, follow these steps: 1. Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. Contact a local ISP to access the Internet. Chapter 5: Networking Setting up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to set up...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... icon in home systems usually do not support all programs. ■ A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before you , streamed from an optical disc, follow these steps: 1. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. To burn a CD...
... icon in home systems usually do not support all programs. ■ A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before you , streamed from an optical disc, follow these steps: 1. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. To burn a CD...
HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 47 Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these items only at static-free workstations. ● Place items on a grounded surface before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment.
... 47 Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these items only at static-free workstations. ● Place items on a grounded surface before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment.
HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Function Primary Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self-test on . Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. When enabled, saves power when the computer is always on the hard drive. Enable/...;Set the boot order for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC mode. Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan is in intervals of Setup ...
...USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Function Primary Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self-test on . Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. When enabled, saves power when the computer is always on the hard drive. Enable/...;Set the boot order for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC mode. Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan is in intervals of Setup ...
HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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..., 53 specifications 109 hard drive cable, spare part number 25 Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 27, 32, 39, 53, 55 hard drive self test 105 HDMI port identifying 14 pin assignments 126 headphone (audio-out) jack pin assignments 124 hinge illustrated 28, 29 removal 77 spare part numbers 28...
..., 53 specifications 109 hard drive cable, spare part number 25 Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 27, 32, 39, 53, 55 hard drive self test 105 HDMI port identifying 14 pin assignments 126 headphone (audio-out) jack pin assignments 124 hinge illustrated 28, 29 removal 77 spare part numbers 28...
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removal 62 spare part numbers 25, 36, 62 memory module compartment, identifying 15 memory test 105 microphone (audio-in) jack pin assignments 124 microphone, product description 5 model name 1 monitor port pin assignments 125 monitor port, external 14 mute light, identifying ... 40 Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 33, 50 S Screw Kit spare part number 39 Screw Kit, spare part number 34 secondary hard drive self test 105 security cable slot, identifying 13 Security menu 104 138 Index
removal 62 spare part numbers 25, 36, 62 memory module compartment, identifying 15 memory test 105 microphone (audio-in) jack pin assignments 124 microphone, product description 5 model name 1 monitor port pin assignments 125 monitor port, external 14 mute light, identifying ... 40 Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 33, 50 S Screw Kit spare part number 39 Screw Kit, spare part number 34 secondary hard drive self test 105 security cable slot, identifying 13 Security menu 104 138 Index
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Click the Test button. Select Start >Control Panel. 2. Select Start >All Programs >Accessories >Sound Recorder. 2. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the correct jack on the computer...
... and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Click the Test button. Select Start >Control Panel. 2. Select Start >All Programs >Accessories >Sound Recorder. 2. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the correct jack on the computer...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... protects your work . To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Finding battery information in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools... and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on ...
... protects your work . To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Finding battery information in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools... and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... copy of data that you saved earlier. Flawless playback on all types of optical discs. CD-R discs CD-R (write-once) discs are widely used for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to the outside of the disc. Typical uses include: ● Developing and maintaining large documents and project files...
... copy of data that you saved earlier. Flawless playback on all types of optical discs. CD-R discs CD-R (write-once) discs are widely used for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to the outside of the disc. Typical uses include: ● Developing and maintaining large documents and project files...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... writing to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you want to vibration. Before writing to a disc. Do not use this computer for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to the destination disc. Click Copy at the bottom right of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films...
... writing to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you want to vibration. Before writing to a disc. Do not use this computer for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to the destination disc. Click Copy at the bottom right of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on self test) f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC mode. Enter, change the system...
... adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on self test) f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC mode. Enter, change the system...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Setup Utility menus 97 Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. Select Function ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test Function Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Setup Utility menus 97 Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. Select Function ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test Function Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... 101 function keys, identifying 6 G graphic modes, switching 50 H hard drive external 60 primary, installing 63 secondary, installing 66 hard drive self test 97 HDMI port 35 HDMI port, identifying 8 HDMI, connecting 35 headphone (audio-out) jacks 30 headphones 30 Help and Support key 25 Hibernation...num lock 27 using 27 keys esc 6 fn 6 function 6 keypad 6 mute 31 Windows applications 6 Windows logo 6 L labels Bluetooth 12 HP Mobile Broadband Module 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 regulatory 12 108 Index critical battery level 46 critical updates, software 82 D ...
... 101 function keys, identifying 6 G graphic modes, switching 50 H hard drive external 60 primary, installing 63 secondary, installing 66 hard drive self test 97 HDMI port 35 HDMI port, identifying 8 HDMI, connecting 35 headphone (audio-out) jacks 30 headphones 30 Help and Support key 25 Hibernation...num lock 27 using 27 keys esc 6 fn 6 function 6 keypad 6 mute 31 Windows applications 6 Windows logo 6 L labels Bluetooth 12 HP Mobile Broadband Module 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 regulatory 12 108 Index critical battery level 46 critical updates, software 82 D ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... keys 31 media controls, keys 25 memory module inserting 75 removing 74 memory module compartment cover removing 74 replacing 75 memory module compartment, identifying 9 memory test 97 microphones, internal 30 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 12 minimizing interference 87 modem approval label 12 monitor port, external 8 monitor, connecting 35 mouse, external...
... keys 31 media controls, keys 25 memory module inserting 75 removing 74 memory module compartment cover removing 74 replacing 75 memory module compartment, identifying 9 memory test 97 microphones, internal 30 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 12 minimizing interference 87 modem approval label 12 monitor port, external 8 monitor, connecting 35 mouse, external...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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screen image, switching 25 scrolling TouchPad gesture 22 secondary hard drive self test 97 secondary hard drive, replacing 65 security features 77 passwords 78 security cable 82 security cable slot, identifying 7 Security menu 96 security, wireless 16 selecting ... approval label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting burning discs 91 device driver 91 disc play 89, 90 DVD movie play 90 external display 90 HP device drivers 92 optical disc tray 88 optical drive detection 88 Windows drivers 92 turning off the computer 51 U unresponsive system 51 USB cable, connecting...
screen image, switching 25 scrolling TouchPad gesture 22 secondary hard drive self test 97 secondary hard drive, replacing 65 security features 77 passwords 78 security cable 82 security cable slot, identifying 7 Security menu 96 security, wireless 16 selecting ... approval label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting burning discs 91 device driver 91 disc play 89, 90 DVD movie play 90 external display 90 HP device drivers 92 optical disc tray 88 optical drive detection 88 Windows drivers 92 turning off the computer 51 U unresponsive system 51 USB cable, connecting...