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Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist - Page 2

... Computer After Troubleshooting A Problem When the computer starts into Windows normally, you should install the latest updates and patches to prevent other start-up problems. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport Run HP Support Assistant www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates Run Windows Update www.update.microsoft.com for terms in error message May be able to start in BIOS mode and...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 7

..., read the specific chapters for more multimedia formats TouchPad To move the pointer, slide your computer. Notebook Essentials 1 Click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. Windows 7 has several new program and feature enhancements, such as: ■ Faster startup ■ Updated Wi-Fi...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 25

...as expected, follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the ... the Web site links in Help and Support. If the wireless light is amber, ... Troubleshooting An external device is not working as expected: ■ Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions.... operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 37

... 2 installing 14 Help and Support 2 Hibernation 17 HP Recovery Manager 21 humidity specifications 25 I IEC 60950 compliance 9, 18 image, switching, among display devices 17 Internet broadband access 9 choosing an ISP 10 choosing type of access 9 connecting to 9 dial-up access 9 wireless access 9 Internet service provider (ISP) 10 Internet Services & Offers 10 Internet, connecting 1 K keyboard...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 30

... security of your permission or password for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your way...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 68

... press enter. 3. NOTE: If you have not previously set to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your Web browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for software and driver downloads, type your computer. When the list of the device. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on your computer after the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 97

... features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove all password settings. Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Firewall software ● Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security) ● Critical security updates NOTE: Security solutions are...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 103

... updates link in Help and Support. Installing critical updates CAUTION: Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses, install all available updates are released, from Microsoft as soon as possible after the computer was shipped. Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. ● Run Windows Update...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 106

... step 1. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10. 2. or - NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. 96 Chapter 10 Setup Utility (BIOS) Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. Select the Main menu...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 109

... any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Identify your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to improve the security of your computer may be available on the HP Web site are explained...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 112

... Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Select your computer model number in the Search box, and then press enter...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 120

... 7 RJ-45 (network 8 K keyboard hotkey, identifying 28 keys esc 5 fn 5 function 5 navigation 5 Windows applications 5 Windows logo 5 L labels Bluetooth 12 modem approval 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power Saving 98 language support 98 latch, battery release 9 light power 3 lights caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 8 optical drive 7 webcam 6 wireless 3 local area network (LAN...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 121

...exclusions apply. ENWW Hard drive specifications 111 Actual accessible capacity is less. Contact technical support for details. Actual drive specifications may differ slightly. Hard drive specifications 750 GB* 500-GB* ... ATA security ATA security ATA security ATA security Seek times (typical read, including setting) Single track 3.0 ms 1.0 ms 1.5 ms 2.0 ms 1.5 ms Average 13...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 124

System resources you can manually change resource settings. On the left, click Device Manager. 4. Select Start >... and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. System resource specifications You can use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the Computer folder. 3. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab. 4. If ...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 149

... set requirements 129 power cord, identifying 21 power cord, spare part numbers 36 power light, identifying 13 power requirements, product description 9 power-on password 100 processor product description 1 removal 94 spare part numbers 28, 94 Processor C6 State 101 product description audio 6 camera 6 chipset 2 display panel 4 Ethernet 7 external media cards 8 graphics 2 hard drives 5 keyboard...

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  • Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
  • Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
  • Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
  • End User License Agreement
  • Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist

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