Wireless Setup Guide
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... instructions in this information. Use the table below to -Point over Ethernet User Name (ID) Host Name Password Service Name My Network Settings Compatible wireless router (purchased separately). WPA-PSK Pass phrase required. (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Preshared Key) 1 Create pass phrase. 2 Record pass phrase 3 Download the latest WPA update for "WPA." 2 During router configuration, use the table below to get started! See the "Comparison of hardware. Start...
... instructions in this information. Use the table below to -Point over Ethernet User Name (ID) Host Name Password Service Name My Network Settings Compatible wireless router (purchased separately). WPA-PSK Pass phrase required. (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Preshared Key) 1 Create pass phrase. 2 Record pass phrase 3 Download the latest WPA update for "WPA." 2 During router configuration, use the table below to get started! See the "Comparison of hardware. Start...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... business networks, which translates the names of securing your wireless network. Chance of scrambling data so unauthorized recipients cannot read it will not be a unique name that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. Secure your network You don't go to sleep at speeds up Internet access. A firewall is usually required to the router instructions. ■ Use...
... business networks, which translates the names of securing your wireless network. Chance of scrambling data so unauthorized recipients cannot read it will not be a unique name that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. Secure your network You don't go to sleep at speeds up Internet access. A firewall is usually required to the router instructions. ■ Use...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... phones, Bluetooth® 2.4-GHz cordless phones What Is? WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)-A type of connecting computers and other features. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)-A specificationbased, interoperable wireless security feature for 802.11 wireless network technology that is required. 7 static IP address-A fixed address assigned to enhance your wireless user experience are expanding worldwide. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-A network protocol for...
... phones, Bluetooth® 2.4-GHz cordless phones What Is? WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)-A type of connecting computers and other features. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)-A specificationbased, interoperable wireless security feature for 802.11 wireless network technology that is required. 7 static IP address-A fixed address assigned to enhance your wireless user experience are expanding worldwide. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-A network protocol for...
Security - Windows Vista
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...Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys. ● A password must be entered at a Windows prompt. A password set in Windows must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following tips for a Windows security feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following topics list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Several types of passwords...
...Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys. ● A password must be entered at a Windows prompt. A password set in Windows must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following tips for a Windows security feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following topics list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Several types of passwords...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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... in Windows. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. Using advanced Setup Utility features This guide describes the Setup Utility features recommended for boot order preferences. Closing the Setup Utility You can close the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session, use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt to the menu display.
... in Windows. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. Using advanced Setup Utility features This guide describes the Setup Utility features recommended for boot order preferences. Closing the Setup Utility You can close the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session, use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt to the menu display.
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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...: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are explained in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices...
...: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are explained in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you want to download. 3. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and...
... an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you want to download. 3. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the WLAN you may add wireless networking capability to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some...
... been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the WLAN you may add wireless networking capability to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve...
... your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD). Connects a modem cable. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. 8 Chapter 2 Components Enables airflow to cool internal components. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC adapter...
...), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD). Connects a modem cable. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. 8 Chapter 2 Components Enables airflow to cool internal components. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC adapter...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. Connects a modem cable. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xDPicture Card (XD). Left-side components 11 Connects a network cable. NOTE: The computer fan starts...
... jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. Connects a modem cable. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xDPicture Card (XD). Left-side components 11 Connects a network cable. NOTE: The computer fan starts...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... of Setup Utility options. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test (select models only) Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) To do this menu option is in Windows is the prompt for advanced users only, refer to the menu display. Then use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt to change boot order" message that is displayed in Windows. Closing the Setup Utility You...
... of Setup Utility options. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test (select models only) Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) To do this menu option is in Windows is the prompt for advanced users only, refer to the menu display. Then use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt to change boot order" message that is displayed in Windows. Closing the Setup Utility You...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD-ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on password. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Main menu Select System information Security menu Select Administrator password Power-On Password System Configuration menu Select Language Support Boot Options Button Sound...
...CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD-ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on password. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Main menu Select System information Security menu Select Administrator password Power-On Password System Configuration menu Select Language Support Boot Options Button Sound...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 12 battery latch 12 battery light 6 boot options 76 boot order 76 bottom components 12 button components 6 button sound 76 buttons power 7 TouchPad 9 wireless 6 C cables, service considerations 28 camera 5 camera light 5 camera module removal 35 spare part number 19, 26, 35 caps lock light 6 changing the Setup Utility language 73 chipset, product description 1 closing the Setup Utility 75 CMOS clearing 32 components bottom 12 buttons 6 display 5 front 10 keys 8 left-side 11 lights 6 pointing devices 9 right-side 10 top 6 computer feet locations 33 spare part number 33 computer specifications...
... 12 battery latch 12 battery light 6 boot options 76 boot order 76 bottom components 12 button components 6 button sound 76 buttons power 7 TouchPad 9 wireless 6 C cables, service considerations 28 camera 5 camera light 5 camera module removal 35 spare part number 19, 26, 35 caps lock light 6 changing the Setup Utility language 73 chipset, product description 1 closing the Setup Utility 75 CMOS clearing 32 components bottom 12 buttons 6 display 5 front 10 keys 8 left-side 11 lights 6 pointing devices 9 right-side 10 top 6 computer feet locations 33 spare part number 33 computer specifications...
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... part number 19, 26 display specifications 78 display switch 5 docking support, product description 3 drive light 6 drives boot order 76 preventing damage 28 DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive precautions 28 removal 44 spare part numbers 18, 21, 25, 44 specifications 80, 81 E electrostatic discharge 29 esc key 8 Ethernet, product description 3 external media cards, product description 3 external monitor port location 11 pin assignments 104 F fan removal 58 spare part number 15, 26, 58 feet locations 33 spare part number 33 fingerprint reader 73...
... part number 19, 26 display specifications 78 display switch 5 docking support, product description 3 drive light 6 drives boot order 76 preventing damage 28 DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive precautions 28 removal 44 spare part numbers 18, 21, 25, 44 specifications 80, 81 E electrostatic discharge 29 esc key 8 Ethernet, product description 3 external media cards, product description 3 external monitor port location 11 pin assignments 104 F fan removal 58 spare part number 15, 26, 58 feet locations 33 spare part number 33 fingerprint reader 73...
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... drive 3 display panel 2 docking support 3 Ethernet 3 external media cards 3 graphics 2 hard drives 2 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 4 optical drives 2 pointing devices 4 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 web camera 3 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovery discs 99 recovery, system 102 removal/replacement preliminaries 27 procedures 33 restore points 101 right-side components 10 RJ-11 jack location 11 pin assignments 105 RJ-45 jack location 11 pin assignments 106 RTC battery removal 65 spare part number...
... drive 3 display panel 2 docking support 3 Ethernet 3 external media cards 3 graphics 2 hard drives 2 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 4 optical drives 2 pointing devices 4 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 web camera 3 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovery discs 99 recovery, system 102 removal/replacement preliminaries 27 procedures 33 restore points 101 right-side components 10 RJ-11 jack location 11 pin assignments 105 RJ-45 jack location 11 pin assignments 106 RTC battery removal 65 spare part number...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. Using power-saving states 1 1 Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after...
... the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. Using power-saving states 1 1 Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... a significant change in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to calibrate a new battery. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Insert the battery into external power. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion...
... a significant change in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to calibrate a new battery. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Insert the battery into external power. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to reenable Hibernation after . 6. Click Save changes. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully recharged. Click the battery meter icon in the On battery column. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Plug...
... to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to reenable Hibernation after . 6. Click Save changes. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully recharged. Click the battery meter icon in the On battery column. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Plug...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is shut down. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display...
... connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is shut down. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display...