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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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... notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. The poster is also available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. For country...including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. or region-specific support, go to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and ...
... notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. The poster is also available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. For country...including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. or region-specific support, go to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the PC Card manufacturer. Inserting a PC Card CAUTION: To prevent damage 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 PC...
... card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the PC Card manufacturer. Inserting a PC Card CAUTION: To prevent damage 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 PC...
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... models only) 35 If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer...
... models only) 35 If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer...
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... expansion port. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. A USB drive can be connected to an optional...: To reduce the risk of expansion port. 42 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2.
... expansion port. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. A USB drive can be connected to an optional...: To reduce the risk of expansion port. 42 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2.
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To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. 8 Maintenance ...screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can also register to clean the keyboard. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and to loosen and remove debris....
To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. 8 Maintenance ...screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can also register to clean the keyboard. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and to loosen and remove debris....
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.... - During the download and installation, follow the on your hard drive designation. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed on your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download your hard drive. Double-click...
.... - During the download and installation, follow the on your hard drive designation. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed on your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download your hard drive. Double-click...
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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 ...29 Adding or replacing memory modules 30 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Cleaning your computer ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...35 Creating restore media ...35 Performing...
... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing a hard drive ...29 Adding or replacing memory modules 30 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Cleaning your computer ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...35 Creating restore media ...35 Performing...
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...safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - or - Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or ● How to update the software Help and Support ● Operating system... information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● ...
...safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - or - Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or ● How to update the software Help and Support ● Operating system... information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● ...
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...or write to your product located with your serial number label), name, and postal address. or - Some countries/regions may find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to : ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA ● Europe...period (found on the CD/DVD provided in the box. or - Go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device Limited Warranty* Warranty information To ...
...or write to your product located with your serial number label), name, and postal address. or - Some countries/regions may find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to : ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA ● Europe...period (found on the CD/DVD provided in the box. or - Go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device Limited Warranty* Warranty information To ...
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... this chapter: ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Cleaning your computer Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the...
... this chapter: ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Cleaning your computer Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the...
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...To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a straw extension can be used to blow air around on the screen. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can cause the pointer to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. You can deposit household debris ...regular basis with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the display. Updating programs and drivers 33 A can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. Go to...
...To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a straw extension can be used to blow air around on the screen. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can cause the pointer to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. You can deposit household debris ...regular basis with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the display. Updating programs and drivers 33 A can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. Go to...
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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 This chapter provides information on the following sections are included in this chapter: ● Restore...
... 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 This chapter provides information on the following sections are included in this chapter: ● Restore...
HP Pavilion g7 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts ...
This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts ...
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... information about the product's hardware components. Make special note of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 42 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures This number describes the duration of each product. Service tag When ordering parts or...
... information about the product's hardware components. Make special note of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 42 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures This number describes the duration of each product. Service tag When ordering parts or...
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Insert a screw driver or similar thin tool into the keyboard screw hole, and then press on the palm rest. Turn the computer right-side up and forward until it rests upside down on the back of the keyboard, and then swing the keyboard up with the front toward you. 6. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard until the keyboard disengages from the computer. 5. Component replacement procedures 55 4.
Insert a screw driver or similar thin tool into the keyboard screw hole, and then press on the palm rest. Turn the computer right-side up and forward until it rests upside down on the back of the keyboard, and then swing the keyboard up with the front toward you. 6. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard until the keyboard disengages from the computer. 5. Component replacement procedures 55 4.
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... on page 73) ● Fan and heat sink (see Fan and heat sink on , and then shut it down the computer. Use a flat-bladed screw driver (1) to the computer. 3. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn counterclockwise (2), until you hear a click. Component replacement procedures 87...
... on page 73) ● Fan and heat sink (see Fan and heat sink on , and then shut it down the computer. Use a flat-bladed screw driver (1) to the computer. 3. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn counterclockwise (2), until you hear a click. Component replacement procedures 87...
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..., especially system BIOS updates. 100 Chapter 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by using the AC adapter. Do not shut down...
..., especially system BIOS updates. 100 Chapter 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by using the AC adapter. Do not shut down...