Wireless Setup Guide
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... hardware and software Now that the blue wireless light next to the wireless icon is on, turn on the computer according to the instructions included with the computer. router manufacturer or your ISP for technical assistance. Location of the network and to configure the wireless router. 1 Set up correctly. If you have tested your setup with router Ethernet cable temporarily connected (jack locations vary) PROGRESS CHECK 4 Configure the wireless...
... hardware and software Now that the blue wireless light next to the wireless icon is on, turn on the computer according to the instructions included with the computer. router manufacturer or your ISP for technical assistance. Location of the network and to configure the wireless router. 1 Set up correctly. If you have tested your setup with router Ethernet cable temporarily connected (jack locations vary) PROGRESS CHECK 4 Configure the wireless...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... the router instructions. 2 To change the SSID on all computers in your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. Ethernet-The most common LAN technology (using one . Note: There are security encryption protocols. ■ Change the default SSID (your wireless network. access point (AP)-A single-purpose wireless communication device that automatically assigns TCP/IP network settings (IP address, DNS, default wireless gateway) to the router instructions. ■ Use a firewall. cable modem-A device that requests...
... the router instructions. 2 To change the SSID on all computers in your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. Ethernet-The most common LAN technology (using one . Note: There are security encryption protocols. ■ Change the default SSID (your wireless network. access point (AP)-A single-purpose wireless communication device that automatically assigns TCP/IP network settings (IP address, DNS, default wireless gateway) to the router instructions. ■ Use a firewall. cable modem-A device that requests...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... Access Compatible with 802.11a hotspots Limited availability Interference Issues 5-GHz cordless phones Over 150 feet 802.11g 100 to a network. Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity)-The name for sharing resources such as an Internet connection, printers, files, and drives. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of connecting computers and other devices within a network. static IP address-A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected...
... Access Compatible with 802.11a hotspots Limited availability Interference Issues 5-GHz cordless phones Over 150 feet 802.11g 100 to a network. Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity)-The name for sharing resources such as an Internet connection, printers, files, and drives. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of connecting computers and other devices within a network. static IP address-A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected...
HP G3000 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario C300 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for advanced users only, refer to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the computer is not in the Setup Utility, begin at step 2. 1. To set when you restore the factory default settings. Using Advanced Setup Utility Features This guide describes the Setup Utility features recommended for all users. To open the Setup Utility, turn on the screen. If the computer is in the Setup Utility, begin at step 1. Troubleshooting Restoring Default Settings...
... Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for advanced users only, refer to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the computer is not in the Setup Utility, begin at step 2. 1. To set when you restore the factory default settings. Using Advanced Setup Utility Features This guide describes the Setup Utility features recommended for all users. To open the Setup Utility, turn on the screen. If the computer is in the Setup Utility, begin at step 1. Troubleshooting Restoring Default Settings...
HP G3000 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario C300 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... drive boot order correct? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device." Check diskette for instructions. Refer to OS loading? Install bootable diskette and reboot computer. individually, retesting after each replacement: N ■ Diskette drive ■ System board Y Reset the computer. Done Section 1.2, "Resetting the N Computer," for system files. N N Boot from diskette drive. Y N Diskette drive enabled in drive? Enable drive and cold boot computer. Maintenance and Service Guide 2-23 Y Replace the following components Nonsystem disk error...
... drive boot order correct? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device." Check diskette for instructions. Refer to OS loading? Install bootable diskette and reboot computer. individually, retesting after each replacement: N ■ Diskette drive ■ System board Y Reset the computer. Done Section 1.2, "Resetting the N Computer," for system files. N N Boot from diskette drive. Y N Diskette drive enabled in drive? Enable drive and cold boot computer. Maintenance and Service Guide 2-23 Y Replace the following components Nonsystem disk error...
HP G3000 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario C300 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... listing A-1 secondary hard drive self test 2-8 security cable slot 1-10 Security menu 2-6 selecting in the Setup Utility 2-3 serial number 3-1, 5-2 service considerations 4-2 Setup Utility 2-1 accessing 2-1 changing the language 2-2 closing 2-5 Diagnostics menu 2-8 displaying system information 2-3 Main menu 2-6 navigating and selecting 2-3 restoring default settings 2-4 Security menu 2-6 System Configuration menu 2-7 using 2-2 using advanced features 2-4 software reinstalled, updating B-10 reinstalling B-7 safeguarding information B-1 speakers location 1-7 removal 5-52 spare part number...
... listing A-1 secondary hard drive self test 2-8 security cable slot 1-10 Security menu 2-6 selecting in the Setup Utility 2-3 serial number 3-1, 5-2 service considerations 4-2 Setup Utility 2-1 accessing 2-1 changing the language 2-2 closing 2-5 Diagnostics menu 2-8 displaying system information 2-3 Main menu 2-6 navigating and selecting 2-3 restoring default settings 2-4 Security menu 2-6 System Configuration menu 2-7 using 2-2 using advanced features 2-4 software reinstalled, updating B-10 reinstalling B-7 safeguarding information B-1 speakers location 1-7 removal 5-52 spare part number...
Bluetooth for Windows XP
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... is not on, the Bluetooth device must be enabled and turned on before setting up the software. Refer to those services. In addition to the wireless button and light, select computer models include Wireless Assistant software that provide a particular service and configure access to your computer has the Wireless Assistant software installed, a wireless icon is turned on . If your computer documentation for the location of the light. If the light is on : ▲ Place...
... is not on, the Bluetooth device must be enabled and turned on before setting up the software. Refer to those services. In addition to the wireless button and light, select computer models include Wireless Assistant software that provide a particular service and configure access to your computer has the Wireless Assistant software installed, a wireless icon is turned on . If your computer documentation for the location of the light. If the light is on : ▲ Place...
Security - Windows XP
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... same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. For example, if you set a password with keyboard number keys, your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer. ● Do not store passwords in a secure place. Several types of passwords can be set . 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 ENWW 2 Using passwords A password...
... same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. For example, if you set a password with keyboard number keys, your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer. ● Do not store passwords in a secure place. Several types of passwords can be set . 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 ENWW 2 Using passwords A password...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP
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... the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. To use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will need to access this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to select the Main menu. If the Setup Utility does not open with...
... the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. To use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will need to access this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to select the Main menu. If the Setup Utility does not open with...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows XP
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... Computer window. 3. NOTE If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Select Properties > Hardware tab > Device Manager > Network Adapters. 4. The listing for the WLAN device is listed, either your computer: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the list that the integrated WLAN device is installed on your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN...
... Computer window. 3. NOTE If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Select Properties > Hardware tab > Device Manager > Network Adapters. 4. The listing for the WLAN device is listed, either your computer: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the list that the integrated WLAN device is installed on your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN...
Routine Care
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... encountered a problem. ● Create a PC tune-up files, update virus software, and perform hardware and software maintenance. Back up your information. Protect against the ongoing threat of your files. ● Create a restore point. A virus or an electrical outage could damage or destroy your files onto a CD-RW, DVD+RW, or USB drive to back up schedule. Subscriber's Choice is a free service that detects and removes spyware...
... encountered a problem. ● Create a PC tune-up files, update virus software, and perform hardware and software maintenance. Back up your information. Protect against the ongoing threat of your files. ● Create a restore point. A virus or an electrical outage could damage or destroy your files onto a CD-RW, DVD+RW, or USB drive to back up schedule. Subscriber's Choice is a free service that detects and removes spyware...
Troubleshooting
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... > Hardware tab > Device Manager. The computer cannot connect to a wireless network: 1. a. Select Start > HP Info Center > HP Wireless Assistant. ● Be sure that the wireless devices are secure. ● The device is receiving electrical power. ● The device is disabled in Computer Setup, the Bluetooth or WWAN device will scan all channels for available access points. ● Be sure that the wireless devices are installed and updated. Right-click in the device user guide. If an external device does...
... > Hardware tab > Device Manager. The computer cannot connect to a wireless network: 1. a. Select Start > HP Info Center > HP Wireless Assistant. ● Be sure that the wireless devices are secure. ● The device is receiving electrical power. ● The device is disabled in Computer Setup, the Bluetooth or WWAN device will scan all channels for available access points. ● Be sure that the wireless devices are installed and updated. Right-click in the device user guide. If an external device does...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... Buttons software 22 Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons control panel 22 Setting tiling preferences 22 Setting advanced preferences 23 Displaying the Quick Launch Buttons icon 23 Setting button assignments on an external keyboard 24 Keypads ...25 Using the embedded numeric keypad 25 Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad 25 Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad 26 Using an external numeric keypad 26 Enabling or disabling num lock mode as you work 26 3 Power Power control and light locations ...27 Power sources ...29 Connecting...
... Buttons software 22 Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons control panel 22 Setting tiling preferences 22 Setting advanced preferences 23 Displaying the Quick Launch Buttons icon 23 Setting button assignments on an external keyboard 24 Keypads ...25 Using the embedded numeric keypad 25 Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad 25 Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad 26 Using an external numeric keypad 26 Enabling or disabling num lock mode as you work 26 3 Power Power control and light locations ...27 Power sources ...29 Connecting...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... Removing an optical disc (without power 62 Using media activity hotkeys 63 Using the audio features ...64 Using the audio-in (microphone) jack 64 Using the audio-out (headphone) jack 64 Adjusting the volume 65 Using the video features ...66 Using the external monitor port 66 Using the S-Video-out jack 67 Multimedia software ...68 Identifying preinstalled multimedia software 68 Installing multimedia software from a CD (select models only 68 Using multimedia software 69 Protecting playback ...70 Protecting the CD or DVD write process 70 Changing DVD region settings...
... Removing an optical disc (without power 62 Using media activity hotkeys 63 Using the audio features ...64 Using the audio-in (microphone) jack 64 Using the audio-out (headphone) jack 64 Adjusting the volume 65 Using the video features ...66 Using the external monitor port 66 Using the S-Video-out jack 67 Multimedia software ...68 Identifying preinstalled multimedia software 68 Installing multimedia software from a CD (select models only 68 Using multimedia software 69 Protecting playback ...70 Protecting the CD or DVD write process 70 Changing DVD region settings...
Notebook PC User Guide
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..., and video capture cards with S-Video-in standby, the power light blinks. When standby is initiated, your work before you can set the fn+f5 hotkey to initiate standby. CAUTION To reduce the risk of devices that use the TouchPad, press any key on both the computer and the monitor. The computer must restore from hibernation, briefly press the power button. The function of standby. The following video transmission types...
..., and video capture cards with S-Video-in standby, the power light blinks. When standby is initiated, your work before you can set the fn+f5 hotkey to initiate standby. CAUTION To reduce the risk of devices that use the TouchPad, press any key on both the computer and the monitor. The computer must restore from hibernation, briefly press the power button. The function of standby. The following video transmission types...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... AC adapter. ● When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully before charging it. ● When you charge the battery pack, charge it from the computer and remove it fully before turning on the computer. ● If you are charging an in a battery pack, refer to "Monitoring the charge of battery charge displays: WARNING! A battery pack inserted in the computer charges whenever the computer is connected to external power through normal use battery...
... AC adapter. ● When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully before charging it. ● When you charge the battery pack, charge it from the computer and remove it fully before turning on the computer. ● If you are charging an in a battery pack, refer to "Monitoring the charge of battery charge displays: WARNING! A battery pack inserted in the computer charges whenever the computer is connected to external power through normal use battery...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... external power source. ● Remove a CD or DVD that a battery pack can use the computer: ● Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using . ● Use the fn+f7 and fn+f8 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as you need it on when the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is off, turn it . ● Turn off . 3. CAUTION After calibrating the battery...
... external power source. ● Remove a CD or DVD that a battery pack can use the computer: ● Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using . ● Use the fn+f7 and fn+f8 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as you need it on when the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is off, turn it . ● Turn off . 3. CAUTION After calibrating the battery...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... D default power settings 34 display image, switching 18, 20 screen brightness hotkeys 18, 21 display release button 6 drive media 33 drives caring for 49 IDE drive light 50 optical 8 See also hard drive, optical drive DVD region settings 71 E edge motion 16 emergency shutdown procedures 34 environmental specifications 14 external monitor port 9, 66 F fn key hotkeys 17 identifying 2 fn+f5 key 28 function keys hotkeys 17 identifying 2 H hard drive displaying amount of free space 77 installing 52 removing 51 hard drive bay, identifying 10 headphone (audio-out) jack 8 Help and Support...
... D default power settings 34 display image, switching 18, 20 screen brightness hotkeys 18, 21 display release button 6 drive media 33 drives caring for 49 IDE drive light 50 optical 8 See also hard drive, optical drive DVD region settings 71 E edge motion 16 emergency shutdown procedures 34 environmental specifications 14 external monitor port 9, 66 F fn key hotkeys 17 identifying 2 fn+f5 key 28 function keys hotkeys 17 identifying 2 H hard drive displaying amount of free space 77 installing 52 removing 51 hard drive bay, identifying 10 headphone (audio-out) jack 8 Help and Support...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... compartment cover removing 75 replacing 76 memory modules adding 74 replacing 74 microphone (audio-in) jack 8 microphones, supported 64 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 13 modem approval label 13 monitor port, external 9 mouse, external setting preferences 16 using 16 multimedia software described 68 identifying 68 installing 68 using 69 mute button 4, 64, 65 mute light 5 N network (RJ-45) jack 9 num lock light 5 num lock mode, external keypad 26 O operating environment specifications 14 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 13 Product Key 13 optical disc...
... compartment cover removing 75 replacing 76 memory modules adding 74 replacing 74 microphone (audio-in) jack 8 microphones, supported 64 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 13 modem approval label 13 monitor port, external 9 mouse, external setting preferences 16 using 16 multimedia software described 68 identifying 68 installing 68 using 69 mute button 4, 64, 65 mute light 5 N network (RJ-45) jack 9 num lock light 5 num lock mode, external keypad 26 O operating environment specifications 14 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 13 Product Key 13 optical disc...
Notebook PC User Guide
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... release button display 6 release latch battery pack 10 reset (emergency shutdown procedures) 34 RJ-11 (modem) jack 8 RJ-45 (network) jack 9 S S-Video 20 S-Video-out jack 9, 66, 67 screen brightness hotkeys 18, 21 screen image, switching 18, 20 screen saver 48 scroll zones, TouchPad 3, 15 security cable slot 9 security passwords 38 serial number, computer 13 service tag 13 shutdown procedures 34 shutting down 34 slots memory module 10 security cable 9 software multimedia 68 Power Meter 37 USB devices 73 speakers 6, 64 specifications operating environment...
... release button display 6 release latch battery pack 10 reset (emergency shutdown procedures) 34 RJ-11 (modem) jack 8 RJ-45 (network) jack 9 S S-Video 20 S-Video-out jack 9, 66, 67 screen brightness hotkeys 18, 21 screen image, switching 18, 20 screen saver 48 scroll zones, TouchPad 3, 15 security cable slot 9 security passwords 38 serial number, computer 13 service tag 13 shutdown procedures 34 shutting down 34 slots memory module 10 security cable 9 software multimedia 68 Power Meter 37 USB devices 73 speakers 6, 64 specifications operating environment...
