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... Hard Drive Protection status 46 Managing power with a parked hard drive 46 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 47 Using optical drives (select models only 47 Identifying the installed optical drive 47 Inserting an optical disc ...48 Tray ... 57 Locating the fingerprint reader 57 8 Maintenance ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display ...58 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 58 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...59 viii
... Hard Drive Protection status 46 Managing power with a parked hard drive 46 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 47 Using optical drives (select models only 47 Identifying the installed optical drive 47 Inserting an optical disc ...48 Tray ... 57 Locating the fingerprint reader 57 8 Maintenance ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display ...58 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 58 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...59 viii
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...in this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://...www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information,... access this guide may not be available on . Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support.
...in this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://...www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information,... access this guide may not be available on . Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support.
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...: To prevent damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card. Press the PC Card eject button again to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software required for the device. The...
...: To prevent damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card. Press the PC Card eject button again to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software required for the device. The...
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.... Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device...
.... Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device...
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...the computer. Turn on the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be used with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay ... drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off and...
...the computer. Turn on the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be used with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay ... drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off and...
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...extension can become available. 58 Chapter 8 Maintenance To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on a regular basis with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. You can deposit household debris on the keyboard surface. To remove smudges ... cleaner. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions. WARNING! Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can be used to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the display. 8 Maintenance Cleaning ...
...extension can become available. 58 Chapter 8 Maintenance To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on a regular basis with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. You can deposit household debris on the keyboard surface. To remove smudges ... cleaner. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions. WARNING! Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can be used to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the display. 8 Maintenance Cleaning ...
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... want to download. 3. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Make a note of the screen, and then follow these steps: a. Using Setup Utility 63 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File...
... want to download. 3. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Make a note of the screen, and then follow these steps: a. Using Setup Utility 63 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File...
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... removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 45 Disk Defragmenter software 45 DisplayPort, connecting 18 docking connector 43 drive light 46 drive media 22 drivers 33 drives external 42 handling 44 hard 42 optical 42 using 45 E electrostatic discharge 68 entering a power-on password 55 entering an administrator password 54...
... removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 45 Disk Defragmenter software 45 DisplayPort, connecting 18 docking connector 43 drive light 46 drive media 22 drivers 33 drives external 42 handling 44 hard 42 optical 42 using 45 E electrostatic discharge 68 entering a power-on password 55 entering an administrator password 54...
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...critical battery level 27 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 20 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 46 HP SkyRoom 17 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 38 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing ...selecting a location setting 11 N network cable, connecting 13 network icon 2 inserting 33 removing 34 removing insert 33 software and drivers 33 supported types 32 ports DisplayPort 18 expansion 42 external monitor 17 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 VGA 17 power battery...
...critical battery level 27 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 20 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 46 HP SkyRoom 17 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 38 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing ...selecting a location setting 11 N network cable, connecting 13 network icon 2 inserting 33 removing 34 removing insert 33 software and drivers 33 supported types 32 ports DisplayPort 18 expansion 42 external monitor 17 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 VGA 17 power battery...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing a hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 29 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...35 Creating restore media ...35 Performing a system...
... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing a hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 29 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...35 Creating restore media ...35 Performing a system...
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... ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- HP Web site To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● How ... safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - Go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ● Accessories available for the computer ● How to...
... ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- HP Web site To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● How ... safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - Go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ● Accessories available for the computer ● How to...
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...Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to release the battery. Inserting ... Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch (1) to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated. To remove the battery, follow these steps: 1. To prevent loss of information...
...Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to release the battery. Inserting ... Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch (1) to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated. To remove the battery, follow these steps: 1. To prevent loss of information...
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...from sticking, and to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your hands frequently when using the computer. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can cause the pointer to jump around and under the keys to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals... surface. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers 33 Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean the keyboard. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can become available. A...
...from sticking, and to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your hands frequently when using the computer. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can cause the pointer to jump around and under the keys to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals... surface. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers 33 Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean the keyboard. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can become available. A...
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... a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 34 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery 6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ● Backing...
... a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 34 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery 6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ● Backing...
HP Pavilion G6 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... number and model number located in the battery bay of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to determine what components and parts are needed.
... number and model number located in the battery bay of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to determine what components and parts are needed.
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... DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive Spare part number 636380-001 636379-001 Before removing the optical drive: 1. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (2), into the release access slot next to the computer. 2. Remove the two Phillips 3.0×2.0 screws (1) that secures the optical drive to the hard drive bay...
... DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive Spare part number 636380-001 636379-001 Before removing the optical drive: 1. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (2), into the release access slot next to the computer. 2. Remove the two Phillips 3.0×2.0 screws (1) that secures the optical drive to the hard drive bay...
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...to an optional power source. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is running on the HP Web site that contains the update. 4. Follow the on your hard drive. NOTE: If you want to download. 3. Using the ...these steps: 1. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Windows 7-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded ...
...to an optional power source. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is running on the HP Web site that contains the update. 4. Follow the on your hard drive. NOTE: If you want to download. 3. Using the ...these steps: 1. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Windows 7-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded ...
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This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ...● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 90 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery 7 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing...
This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ...● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 90 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery 7 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing...