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... contacting technical support. ● Product name (1). This number describes the duration (in years) of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). Serial number The serial number label, located in 12 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or...
... contacting technical support. ● Product name (1). This number describes the duration (in years) of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). Serial number The serial number label, located in 12 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or...
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...select models only) on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you to... reverse undesirable changes to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to your most current backup...
...select models only) on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you to... reverse undesirable changes to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to your most current backup...
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... drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 97 from the dedicated recovery partition 102 from the recovery discs 101 recovery discs 97, 98 Recovery Manager 97, 101 recovery partition 97 recovery, system... 101 removal/replacement preliminaries 33 procedures 38 restore points 100 restoring default settings 87 RJ-45 (network) jack identifying 12 pin assignments 105 RTC battery removal 44 spare part ...
... drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 97 from the dedicated recovery partition 102 from the recovery discs 101 recovery discs 97, 98 Recovery Manager 97, 101 recovery partition 97 recovery, system... 101 removal/replacement preliminaries 33 procedures 38 restore points 100 restoring default settings 87 RJ-45 (network) jack identifying 12 pin assignments 105 RTC battery removal 44 spare part ...
Compaq Presario Notebook PC User guide - Windows 7
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... it stops before completion 57 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 58 A device driver must be reinstalled 58 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 59 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 59 5 Power management ...60 Setting power options ...60 Using power-saving states 60 Initiating and exiting Sleep 60...
... it stops before completion 57 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 58 A device driver must be reinstalled 58 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 59 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 59 5 Power management ...60 Setting power options ...60 Using power-saving states 60 Initiating and exiting Sleep 60...
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... 98 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 98 Exiting Setup Utility ...99 Setup Utility menus ...99 Main menu ...99 Security menu ...99 System Configuration menu 100 Diagnostics menu ...100 11 Software updates ...101 Updating the BIOS ...102 Determining the BIOS version 102 Downloading a BIOS update 103 Updating programs and...
... 98 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 98 Exiting Setup Utility ...99 Setup Utility menus ...99 Main menu ...99 Security menu ...99 System Configuration menu 100 Diagnostics menu ...100 11 Software updates ...101 Updating the BIOS ...102 Determining the BIOS version 102 Downloading a BIOS update 103 Updating programs and...
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... might be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth device. When contacting technical support, have been approved for use to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s) (select models only)-Provides...
... might be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth device. When contacting technical support, have been approved for use to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s) (select models only)-Provides...
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Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected to a wireless network. All of the wireless devices on your computer are ...(connected) Indicates that all wireless network devices are off. Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on . Indicates that one or ...
Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected to a wireless network. All of the wireless devices on your computer are ...(connected) Indicates that all wireless network devices are off. Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on . Indicates that one or ...
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... network connection problem, be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to expand the list and show all wireless devices... adapters to improve the security of your permission or password for all adapters. 4. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. For more information. 1. Use the procedures in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 2 Networking Select Start...
... network connection problem, be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to expand the list and show all wireless devices... adapters to improve the security of your permission or password for all adapters. 4. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. For more information. 1. Use the procedures in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 2 Networking Select Start...
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...no network icon in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Current network security codes are unavailable If you are alphanumeric codes that you are using was ... the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to do so. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. The SSID and network key are prompted for the latest software. Open your country or region. 3. Troubleshooting wireless...
...no network icon in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Current network security codes are unavailable If you are alphanumeric codes that you are using was ... the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to do so. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. The SSID and network key are prompted for the latest software. Open your country or region. 3. Troubleshooting wireless...
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...select models only) or receive FM radio signals ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your ...multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and play back the sound. When the Sound window opens, ...
...select models only) or receive FM radio signals ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your ...multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and play back the sound. When the Sound window opens, ...
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... this device. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for hardware changes. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device... driver software may be missing or corrupted. Right-click the optical device listing to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device ...
... this device. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for hardware changes. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device... driver software may be missing or corrupted. Right-click the optical device listing to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device ...
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... source disc to make the external display primary: a. See the section "Selecting the right disc" for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not already selected. 4. A movie stops, skips, or plays erratically ● Clean the disc...
... source disc to make the external display primary: a. See the section "Selecting the right disc" for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not already selected. 4. A movie stops, skips, or plays erratically ● Clean the disc...
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...CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the computer, and is installed on ). 4. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. NOTE: If you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. CyberLink PowerDVD is also available from... the optical drive. 2. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to delete. 5. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any other...
...CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the computer, and is installed on ). 4. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. NOTE: If you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. CyberLink PowerDVD is also available from... the optical drive. 2. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to delete. 5. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any other...
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...Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Open your Web browser, go to enter settings before you can check for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions...., and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. NOTE: If you will be prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your hard drive. or - To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest...
...Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Open your Web browser, go to enter settings before you can check for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions...., and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. NOTE: If you will be prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your hard drive. or - To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest...
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If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. Connect the drive to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be sure that the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. Using external drives 75 To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. Connect the drive to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be sure that the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. Using external drives 75 To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
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... restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Search box, and then.... If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated...
... restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Search box, and then.... If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated...
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...to maintain a reasonably current backup. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery... full factory image if you create. Use these discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have been included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by...
...to maintain a reasonably current backup. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery... full factory image if you create. Use these discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have been included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by...
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...updating 102 Blu-ray Disc playing 46 removing 51 Bluetooth device 15, 21 Bluetooth label 14 boot options 100 boot order 100 button sound 100 buttons power 4 TouchPad right/left 2 C cables LAN 25 USB 81 calibrating battery 68 caps lock ...light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 100 CD copying 49 playing 46 removing 51 CD drive 44, 74 Certificate of Authenticity label 14 changing ... WLAN connection 20 critical battery level 67 CyberLink PowerDVD software 38 D device drivers HP drivers 59 Windows drivers 59 Diagnostics menu 100 Index 111
...updating 102 Blu-ray Disc playing 46 removing 51 Bluetooth device 15, 21 Bluetooth label 14 boot options 100 boot order 100 button sound 100 buttons power 4 TouchPad right/left 2 C cables LAN 25 USB 81 calibrating battery 68 caps lock ...light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 100 CD copying 49 playing 46 removing 51 CD drive 44, 74 Certificate of Authenticity label 14 changing ... WLAN connection 20 critical battery level 67 CyberLink PowerDVD software 38 D device drivers HP drivers 59 Windows drivers 59 Diagnostics menu 100 Index 111
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... connector, identifying 8 power cord, identifying 13 power light, identifying 3 power-on password creating 92 entering 92 managing 92 Processor C6 State 100 Product Key 14 product name and number, computer 14 programs, updating 104 projector, connecting 40 public WLAN connection 20 R readable media 60 ...recovering a program or driver 105 from the dedicated recovery partition 110 from the recovery discs 110 recovery discs 105, 106 Recovery Manager 105, 110 recovery partition...
... connector, identifying 8 power cord, identifying 13 power light, identifying 3 power-on password creating 92 entering 92 managing 92 Processor C6 State 100 Product Key 14 product name and number, computer 14 programs, updating 104 projector, connecting 40 public WLAN connection 20 R readable media 60 ...recovering a program or driver 105 from the dedicated recovery partition 110 from the recovery discs 110 recovery discs 105, 106 Recovery Manager 105, 110 recovery partition...
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... drive (SSD) 105, 110 speakers, identifying 4, 35 starting Setup Utility 96 storing battery 70 supported discs 106 System Configuration menu 100 system failure or instability 105 system information 99 system information hotkey 31 system recovery 110 system restore points 105, 109 T temperature 70... certification labels 14 troubleshooting disc burning 57 disc play 56 DVD movie play 57 external display 57 HP device drivers 59 optical disc tray 54 optical drive detection 55 Windows device drivers 59 turning off the computer 71 U unresponsive system 71 USB cable, connecting 81 USB devices connecting...
... drive (SSD) 105, 110 speakers, identifying 4, 35 starting Setup Utility 96 storing battery 70 supported discs 106 System Configuration menu 100 system failure or instability 105 system information 99 system information hotkey 31 system recovery 110 system restore points 105, 109 T temperature 70... certification labels 14 troubleshooting disc burning 57 disc play 56 DVD movie play 57 external display 57 HP device drivers 59 optical disc tray 54 optical drive detection 55 Windows device drivers 59 turning off the computer 71 U unresponsive system 71 USB cable, connecting 81 USB devices connecting...