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... it stops before completion 51 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture 52 A device driver must be reinstalled 52 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 52 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 53 5 Power management Setting power options ...54 Using power-saving states 54 Initiating and exiting Sleep 54 Initiating...
... it stops before completion 51 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture 52 A device driver must be reinstalled 52 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 52 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 53 5 Power management Setting power options ...54 Using power-saving states 54 Initiating and exiting Sleep 54 Initiating...
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Displaying system information 112 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 112 Exiting Setup Utility ...112 Setup Utility Menus ...114 Main menu ...114 Security menu ...114 System Configuration menu 114 Diagnostics menu ...115 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...117 Determining the BIOS version 117 Downloading a BIOS update 117 Updating programs and drivers ...119 Index ...120 x
Displaying system information 112 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 112 Exiting Setup Utility ...112 Setup Utility Menus ...114 Main menu ...114 Security menu ...114 System Configuration menu 114 Diagnostics menu ...115 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...117 Determining the BIOS version 117 Downloading a BIOS update 117 Updating programs and drivers ...119 Index ...120 x
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... (in which the devices have been approved for use to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). If your computer model includes one or more... provides specific information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in years) of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Wireless certification labels are needed. ◦ Model description (4). Have this computer. This is ...
... (in which the devices have been approved for use to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). If your computer model includes one or more... provides specific information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in years) of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Wireless certification labels are needed. ◦ Model description (4). Have this computer. This is ...
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...device can be turned on or off using these features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or ...) Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Network (disabled/disconnected) Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or more network devices are enabled at the factory, you turn off . Using the wireless controls You can ...
...device can be turned on or off using these features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or ...) Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Network (disabled/disconnected) Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or more network devices are enabled at the factory, you turn off . Using the wireless controls You can ...
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... all wireless devices. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver of the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer... chapter to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
... all wireless devices. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver of the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer... chapter to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
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... site at http://www.hp.com. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 27 NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in their routers or access points on -screen instructions. Select Start > Control ...Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you wish to http://www.hp.com/support. 2.
... site at http://www.hp.com. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 27 NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in their routers or access points on -screen instructions. Select Start > Control ...Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you wish to http://www.hp.com/support. 2.
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...+esc Open Help and Support. Until you can press fn+f3 to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. After you have set up your Internet or network services and your Web browser...
...+esc Open Help and Support. Until you can press fn+f3 to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. After you have set up your Internet or network services and your Web browser...
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...Recording and speak into the microphone. To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Media Player or HP DVD Play and play back the sound. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Sound. 4. To connect external devices such as a ... programs ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. For additional safety information, refer to your computer. (...
...Recording and speak into the microphone. To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Media Player or HP DVD Play and play back the sound. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Sound. 4. To connect external devices such as a ... programs ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. For additional safety information, refer to your computer. (...
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... In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software. ● Disable. ● Uninstall. 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. Then in a protective case. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Close the disc tray and place ...
... In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software. ● Disable. ● Uninstall. 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. Then in a protective case. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Close the disc tray and place ...
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...the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. After you want to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any loss of the following ways: ◦...> Monitor tab. 3. Wipe from the center of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. Otherwise, you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to continue. or - ◦ The playback window in better playback performance. ◦ Change desktop color properties. Right-click on a blank area...
...the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. After you want to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any loss of the following ways: ◦...> Monitor tab. 3. Wipe from the center of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. Otherwise, you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to continue. or - ◦ The playback window in better playback performance. ◦ Change desktop color properties. Right-click on a blank area...
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..., save all open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. HP DVD Play is installed on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to a new disc, and then... drives category in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system....
..., save all open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. HP DVD Play is installed on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to a new disc, and then... drives category in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system....
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... was stored, and double-click the file to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. If prompted to automatically check for and install updates for Updates. 3. Troubleshooting 53 NOTE: If you have not previously set ...to do so, restart your computer. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 5. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. To use Windows Update: 1. When the list of the device. or -
... was stored, and double-click the file to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. If prompted to automatically check for and install updates for Updates. 3. Troubleshooting 53 NOTE: If you have not previously set ...to do so, restart your computer. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 5. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. To use Windows Update: 1. When the list of the device. or -
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..., mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to the USB port. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to safely remove the USB device. Removing a USB...
..., mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to the USB port. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to safely remove the USB device. Removing a USB...
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... computer. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the standard specifications of the slot (2). Using ExpressCards 87 Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or...
... computer. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the standard specifications of the slot (2). Using ExpressCards 87 Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or...
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NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software"message is firmly seated. To conserve power, stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the notification area, at the far right of options may be ...
NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software"message is firmly seated. To conserve power, stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the notification area, at the far right of options may be ...
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... Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. To exit Setup Utility, use Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Follow the on or restarting the computer. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Identify the BIOS update...computer. You may need to know the version of the date, name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you want to download. 3.
... Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. To exit Setup Utility, use Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Follow the on or restarting the computer. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Identify the BIOS update...computer. You may need to know the version of the date, name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you want to download. 3.
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...a window containing additional information. 6. or - Proceed to install the updated driver. Click Install now to step 6. 3. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your hard drive. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions ... your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the ...
...a window containing additional information. 6. or - Proceed to install the updated driver. Click Install now to step 6. 3. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your hard drive. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions ... your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the ...
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device drivers HP drivers 52 Windows drivers 53 Diagnostics menu 115 digital card defined 85 inserting 85 removing 86 stopping 86 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 76 Disk Defragmenter software ... audio CD, a DVD, or a BD 35 switching the screen image 33 using 35 HP DVD Play 42 HP Mobile Broadband Module 20 HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label 12 HP Mobile Broadband, disabled 20 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 76 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 29 hubs 81 I icons network 14, 27 wireless 14 infrared...
device drivers HP drivers 52 Windows drivers 53 Diagnostics menu 115 digital card defined 85 inserting 85 removing 86 stopping 86 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 76 Disk Defragmenter software ... audio CD, a DVD, or a BD 35 switching the screen image 33 using 35 HP DVD Play 42 HP Mobile Broadband Module 20 HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label 12 HP Mobile Broadband, disabled 20 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 76 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 29 hubs 81 I icons network 14, 27 wireless 14 infrared...
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... TouchPad on/off button 1 traveling with the computer 66 troubleshooting device driver 52 disc burning 51 disc play 50, 51 external display 51 HP device drivers 52 optical disc tray 48 optical drive detection 49 Windows drivers 53 turning off the computer 66 U unresponsive system 66 updates, software...set in 99 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button, identifying 4 wireless certification label 11 wireless controls button 15 HP Connection Manager 15 operating system 15 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless function key 15 wireless icon 14 wireless light 15 Index 123
... TouchPad on/off button 1 traveling with the computer 66 troubleshooting device driver 52 disc burning 51 disc play 50, 51 external display 51 HP device drivers 52 optical disc tray 48 optical drive detection 49 Windows drivers 53 turning off the computer 66 U unresponsive system 66 updates, software...set in 99 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button, identifying 4 wireless certification label 11 wireless controls button 15 HP Connection Manager 15 operating system 15 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless function key 15 wireless icon 14 wireless light 15 Index 123