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...under applicable law notwithstanding this EULA. 7. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to the original Software Product provided by HP as eligible for which the recovery solution was originally purchased. TRANSFER. Prior to the transfer, the end user receiving the transferred product must include all ...make a one-time transfer of a hard disk drive-based solution, an external media-based recovery solution (e.g. UPGRADES. Third Party. You may no longer use . The use the Software Product for your HP Product, whether in this EULA or if you fail to comply with the update or ...
...under applicable law notwithstanding this EULA. 7. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to the original Software Product provided by HP as eligible for which the recovery solution was originally purchased. TRANSFER. Prior to the transfer, the end user receiving the transferred product must include all ...make a one-time transfer of a hard disk drive-based solution, an external media-based recovery solution (e.g. UPGRADES. Third Party. You may no longer use . The use the Software Product for your HP Product, whether in this EULA or if you fail to comply with the update or ...
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... Settings 13-5 Advanced Features 13-6 Close the Setup Utility 13-7 14 Software Updates and Recovery Software Updates 14-1 Accessing Notebook Product Information 14-2 Accessing Notebook ROM Information 14-2 Internet Software 14-4 Downloading System ROM 14-4 Downloading Software 14-7 System Recovery 14-8 Before You Begin 14-9 Safeguarding Your Data 14-9 Using System Restore 14-10...
... Settings 13-5 Advanced Features 13-6 Close the Setup Utility 13-7 14 Software Updates and Recovery Software Updates 14-1 Accessing Notebook Product Information 14-2 Accessing Notebook ROM Information 14-2 Internet Software 14-4 Downloading System ROM 14-4 Downloading Software 14-7 System Recovery 14-8 Before You Begin 14-9 Safeguarding Your Data 14-9 Using System Restore 14-10...
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...or reinstall preinstalled or preloaded software. ❏ Operating system recovery and driver recovery software is included with all notebook models. ❏ Application recovery software is provided with select models. For information about using recovery software, refer to install some or all of these applications... for Setup" bag provide software that is not preinstalled on your notebook, it is strongly recommended that is preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook, you may want to use your notebook.The recovery discs are provided in case you ever need to "Installing Applications ...
...or reinstall preinstalled or preloaded software. ❏ Operating system recovery and driver recovery software is included with all notebook models. ❏ Application recovery software is provided with select models. For information about using recovery software, refer to install some or all of these applications... for Setup" bag provide software that is not preinstalled on your notebook, it is strongly recommended that is preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook, you may want to use your notebook.The recovery discs are provided in case you ever need to "Installing Applications ...
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... Buttons," later in this wizard and other Internet connection methods, refer to the printed Getting Started guide included with your notebook. ■ After you can also open Internet Explorer by using this chapter. 3-6 Hardware and Software Guide For information ...9632; Updates for your operating system, device drivers, and the software provided on your notebook. ■ Checkups for notebook functionality. ■ Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures. ■ Links to quickly access your home page and the Internet. Opening ...
... Buttons," later in this wizard and other Internet connection methods, refer to the printed Getting Started guide included with your notebook. ■ After you can also open Internet Explorer by using this chapter. 3-6 Hardware and Software Guide For information ...9632; Updates for your operating system, device drivers, and the software provided on your notebook. ■ Checkups for notebook functionality. ■ Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures. ■ Links to quickly access your home page and the Internet. Opening ...
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... System ROM" in decimal format. In the fn+esc display, the version of a DVD that is playing. On some notebook models, the BIOS date is displayed in Chapter 14, "Software Updates and Recovery." For information about updating the system ROM, refer to use a hotkey command on an external keyboard, press scroll lock...
... System ROM" in decimal format. In the fn+esc display, the version of a DVD that is playing. On some notebook models, the BIOS date is displayed in Chapter 14, "Software Updates and Recovery." For information about updating the system ROM, refer to use a hotkey command on an external keyboard, press scroll lock...
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... Restore," later in the following sections may find that you prefer to work from the HP Web site. You may help you to ■ Prepare for any update by identifying your notebook category, product name, product number, and serial number. ■ Prepare for a ROM...set a restore point before installing any software update, particularly a ROM update. 14 Software Updates and Recovery Software Updates For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with changing technologies, install the latest versions of the software provided with any other software ...
... Restore," later in the following sections may find that you prefer to work from the HP Web site. You may help you to ■ Prepare for any update by identifying your notebook category, product name, product number, and serial number. ■ Prepare for a ROM...set a restore point before installing any software update, particularly a ROM update. 14 Software Updates and Recovery Software Updates For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with changing technologies, install the latest versions of the software provided with any other software ...
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...The BIOS also supports such notebook services as the BIOS (basic input-output system) date. In the fn+esc display, the version of the notebook. Software Updates and Recovery Accessing Notebook Product Information To access the updates for your notebook, you need the following information...: ■ The product category is provided at Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer, and on the Service Tag. On some notebook models...
...The BIOS also supports such notebook services as the BIOS (basic input-output system) date. In the fn+esc display, the version of the notebook. Software Updates and Recovery Accessing Notebook Product Information To access the updates for your notebook, you need the following information...: ■ The product category is provided at Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer, and on the Service Tag. On some notebook models...
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... without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to enter Setup" message is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on or restores from hibernation.) 2. Software Updates and Recovery ■ To display ROM information in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. 4. Display the Setup... message: ◆ If the notebook is on, restart the notebook through the operating system. ◆ If you are certain that the notebook is displayed in the...
... without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to enter Setup" message is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on or restores from hibernation.) 2. Software Updates and Recovery ■ To display ROM information in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. 4. Display the Setup... message: ◆ If the notebook is on, restart the notebook through the operating system. ◆ If you are certain that the notebook is displayed in the...
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...SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update-for example, an application update. Software Updates and Recovery Internet Software ✎ This section describes the software updates available at the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs. The Readme.txt files included with ROMPaqs are ...docking device or running on battery power.) During the download and installation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the AC outlet. ■ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or hibernation. ■ Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, ...
...SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update-for example, an application update. Software Updates and Recovery Internet Software ✎ This section describes the software updates available at the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs. The Readme.txt files included with ROMPaqs are ...docking device or running on battery power.) During the download and installation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the AC outlet. ■ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or hibernation. ■ Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, ...
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...need this information to locate the update later, after it is downloaded.) c. or - ❏ Visit the HP Web site at the HP Web site that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook. ❏ Select Start > Help and Support, and then select a software update link. - At the...identify your selection to the hard drive.) b. Access the page at http://www.hp.com/support 2. Follow the instructions on the hard drive to which the ROM package will download. (You may need to download. 3. Software Updates and Recovery Downloading a ROM Update To download a ROM update: 1.
...need this information to locate the update later, after it is downloaded.) c. or - ❏ Visit the HP Web site at the HP Web site that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook. ❏ Select Start > Help and Support, and then select a software update link. - At the...identify your selection to the hard drive.) b. Access the page at http://www.hp.com/support 2. Follow the instructions on the hard drive to which the ROM package will download. (You may need to download. 3. Software Updates and Recovery Downloading a ROM Update To download a ROM update: 1.
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... pane of the Windows Explorer window: a. To begin the installation, open Windows Explorer from the destination folder. 14-6 Hardware and Software Guide Software Updates and Recovery Installing a ROM Update ROM installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that contains the update. 3.
... pane of the Windows Explorer window: a. To begin the installation, open Windows Explorer from the destination folder. 14-6 Hardware and Software Guide Software Updates and Recovery Installing a ROM Update ROM installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that contains the update. 3.
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... the My Documents folder. To open Windows Explorer. The destination folder for your notebook and access other than a ROM update: 1. or - ❏ Visit the HP Web site at the HP Web site that provides software for most downloads from the Start button, select Start... > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 5. Software Updates and Recovery Downloading Software To update software other software you want to identify your notebook. ❏ Select...
... the My Documents folder. To open Windows Explorer. The destination folder for your notebook and access other than a ROM update: 1. or - ❏ Visit the HP Web site at the HP Web site that provides software for most downloads from the Start button, select Start... > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 5. Software Updates and Recovery Downloading Software To update software other software you want to identify your notebook. ❏ Select...
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System Recovery Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of the software package you can delete the downloaded file from external power. ■ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or hibernation. ■ Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.... 14-8 Hardware and Software Guide During a software restoration, repair, or reinstallation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the destination folder. Select the file that includes an .exe extension-for example, Filename.exe. (The installation begins.) 9. To complete the...
System Recovery Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of the software package you can delete the downloaded file from external power. ■ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or hibernation. ■ Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.... 14-8 Hardware and Software Guide During a software restoration, repair, or reinstallation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the destination folder. Select the file that includes an .exe extension-for example, Filename.exe. (The installation begins.) 9. To complete the...
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... 4 If you consider repairing or reinstalling your operating system. Software Updates and Recovery Before You Begin ✎ It is recommended that you try to restore your...5 Repair the operating system. this chapter Safeguarding Your Data Software or devices added to the notebook can cause your documents, store personal files in restore point. Hardware and Software Guide 14-9...folder and periodically create a backup copy of My Documents. Step Description Refer to 1 Return the notebook to solve or diagnose the Start > Help and Support > problem by using the System Restore...
... 4 If you consider repairing or reinstalling your operating system. Software Updates and Recovery Before You Begin ✎ It is recommended that you try to restore your...5 Repair the operating system. this chapter Safeguarding Your Data Software or devices added to the notebook can cause your documents, store personal files in restore point. Hardware and Software Guide 14-9...folder and periodically create a backup copy of My Documents. Step Description Refer to 1 Return the notebook to solve or diagnose the Start > Help and Support > problem by using the System Restore...
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... recommended that time. The notebook sets restore points at regular intervals and may set additional restore points when you change your data files. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore. 2. Software Updates and Recovery Using System Restore The System Restore utility ... Select Create a restore point, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring to a Restore Point To restore the notebook to reliable external power through the AC adapter. 2. Manually setting additional restore points provides additional protection for your system software to ...
... recommended that time. The notebook sets restore points at regular intervals and may set additional restore points when you change your data files. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore. 2. Software Updates and Recovery Using System Restore The System Restore utility ... Select Create a restore point, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring to a Restore Point To restore the notebook to reliable external power through the AC adapter. 2. Manually setting additional restore points provides additional protection for your system software to ...
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... drivers for external devices. ■ To reinstall the drivers required for notebook functionality from your notebook. Hardware and Software Guide 14-11 b. Software Updates and Recovery Repairing or Reinstalling Drivers All drivers required for notebook functionality can be reinstalled from the Driver Recovery disc included with the device or from the Web site of the...
... drivers for external devices. ■ To reinstall the drivers required for notebook functionality from your notebook. Hardware and Software Guide 14-11 b. Software Updates and Recovery Repairing or Reinstalling Drivers All drivers required for notebook functionality can be reinstalled from the Driver Recovery disc included with the device or from the Web site of the...
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... the screen. (When you are prompted to select the software you want to reinstall, you are repairing or reinstalling is still installed on your notebook, the reinstallation process does not affect your settings within the application. ■ In most cases: If the application you can select or clear...have not reinstalled your operating system, some or all cases: If an application has been deleted from your hard drive. Software Updates and Recovery Repairing or Reinstalling Applications All applications preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook can also be repaired or reinstalled by using...
... the screen. (When you are prompted to select the software you want to reinstall, you are repairing or reinstalling is still installed on your notebook, the reinstallation process does not affect your settings within the application. ■ In most cases: If the application you can select or clear...have not reinstalled your operating system, some or all cases: If an application has been deleted from your hard drive. Software Updates and Recovery Repairing or Reinstalling Applications All applications preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook can also be repaired or reinstalled by using...
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... on one or more Application Recovery discs. Select Start > Run. b. To reinstall a preloaded or preinstalled application from the Driver Recovery disc or an Application Recovery disc: » While the notebook is recommended that you can ...recovery software may be on the Driver Recovery disc. ■ Some or all of your application recovery software may be on either the Driver Recovery disc or an Application Recovery disc. c. Select OK. Software Updates and Recovery Reinstalling Applications from a Recovery Disc The location of application recovery software varies by notebook...
... on one or more Application Recovery discs. Select Start > Run. b. To reinstall a preloaded or preinstalled application from the Driver Recovery disc or an Application Recovery disc: » While the notebook is recommended that you can ...recovery software may be on the Driver Recovery disc. ■ Some or all of your application recovery software may be on either the Driver Recovery disc or an Application Recovery disc. c. Select OK. Software Updates and Recovery Reinstalling Applications from a Recovery Disc The location of application recovery software varies by notebook...
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...a few minutes, the setup wizard opens and the "Welcome to Setup" page is displayed). ✎ On the "Welcome to shut down the notebook using the standard shutdown procedure for 4 seconds. 4. Press enter to continue. (The "Licensing Agreement" page is complete, which may take up ... the power button for your personal data: 1. After the repair process is displayed). 7. Turn on the notebook by briefly pressing the power button. 5. Software Updates and Recovery Repairing the Operating System To repair the operating system without deleting your operating system: ❏ In Windows XP...
...a few minutes, the setup wizard opens and the "Welcome to Setup" page is displayed). ✎ On the "Welcome to shut down the notebook using the standard shutdown procedure for 4 seconds. 4. Press enter to continue. (The "Licensing Agreement" page is complete, which may take up ... the power button for your personal data: 1. After the repair process is displayed). 7. Turn on the notebook by briefly pressing the power button. 5. Software Updates and Recovery Repairing the Operating System To repair the operating system without deleting your operating system: ❏ In Windows XP...
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.... ◆ Update all files on your reinstalled software, including the operating system. Reinstalling the operating system deletes all of your notebook. Hardware and Software Guide 14-15 Software Updates and Recovery Reinstalling the Operating System If you could not solve the problem by repairing the operating system as described in Windows XP...
.... ◆ Update all files on your reinstalled software, including the operating system. Reinstalling the operating system deletes all of your notebook. Hardware and Software Guide 14-15 Software Updates and Recovery Reinstalling the Operating System If you could not solve the problem by repairing the operating system as described in Windows XP...