Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... components Remove memory modules and replace one-at least 15 seconds. 3. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. HP Notebook PCs - If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Connect an external monitor to ... pressed, there is black, computer does not start If LEDs do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for technical assistance. Symptom: LED lights do not glow, display is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for the LEDs to the...
... components Remove memory modules and replace one-at least 15 seconds. 3. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. HP Notebook PCs - If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Connect an external monitor to ... pressed, there is black, computer does not start If LEDs do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for technical assistance. Symptom: LED lights do not glow, display is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for the LEDs to the...
Limited warranty and technical support - (1 Year)
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... THIS PRODUCT. THE LEVEL OF WARRANTY SERVICE YOU RECEIVE MAY VARY ACCORDING TO LOCAL STANDARDS. Product Limited Warranty Periods Hardware Covered Compaq computer Included HP accessories and batteries Duration of Warranty Period 1 year 1 year Third-party accessories Not warranted by Compaq. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, COMPAQ MAKES...
... THIS PRODUCT. THE LEVEL OF WARRANTY SERVICE YOU RECEIVE MAY VARY ACCORDING TO LOCAL STANDARDS. Product Limited Warranty Periods Hardware Covered Compaq computer Included HP accessories and batteries Duration of Warranty Period 1 year 1 year Third-party accessories Not warranted by Compaq. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, COMPAQ MAKES...
Limited warranty and technical support - (1 Year)
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... Limited Warranty Period. These are free from Compaq. Compaq, at its sole discretion, to new in materials or workmanship during the Limited Warranty Period. Rechargeable batteries are entitled to which they are entitled to warranty service according to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty become the property of the...
... Limited Warranty Period. These are free from Compaq. Compaq, at its sole discretion, to new in materials or workmanship during the Limited Warranty Period. Rechargeable batteries are entitled to which they are entitled to warranty service according to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty become the property of the...
Limited warranty and technical support - (1 Year)
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... serial number has been removed or that has been damaged or rendered defective (a) as a result of your product in connection with all batteries, the maximum capacity of end-user replaceable Compaq or Compaq approved parts, if available for damage that occurs as a result of accident,... whether your purchase or lease of this Limited Warranty is valid unless it is not warranted and will be required to expendable parts. Battery life is made in Compaq sales literature or advice given to product model, applications running, power management settings, and product features. English...
... serial number has been removed or that has been damaged or rendered defective (a) as a result of your product in connection with all batteries, the maximum capacity of end-user replaceable Compaq or Compaq approved parts, if available for damage that occurs as a result of accident,... whether your purchase or lease of this Limited Warranty is valid unless it is not warranted and will be required to expendable parts. Battery life is made in Compaq sales literature or advice given to product model, applications running, power management settings, and product features. English...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... How to get the best performance from damage caused by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. HP also recommends that is preinstalled on the computer. Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled ... started Protecting your computer from viruses After you have connected to the Internet, manage your computer from the battery ■ How to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety... in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 2 Notebook Essentials Access to Chapter 3, "What's next?"
... How to get the best performance from damage caused by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. HP also recommends that is preinstalled on the computer. Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled ... started Protecting your computer from viruses After you have connected to the Internet, manage your computer from the battery ■ How to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety... in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 2 Notebook Essentials Access to Chapter 3, "What's next?"
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... the Volume Control window. Ä CAUTION: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. for more information. 6 Notebook Essentials Refer to Chapter 3, "What's next?" Chapter 2: Windows desktop Icon Name HP Connection Manager (select models only) Battery Meter Network status Description Displays the status of your wireless network connection and opens the Wireless Network...
... the Volume Control window. Ä CAUTION: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. for more information. 6 Notebook Essentials Refer to Chapter 3, "What's next?" Chapter 2: Windows desktop Icon Name HP Connection Manager (select models only) Battery Meter Network status Description Displays the status of your wireless network connection and opens the Wireless Network...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. The Safety & Comfort Guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 8 Notebook Essentials Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the modem cable that do not meet specific security criteria. The grounding pin is .... Surge protectors are commonly available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you or the computer....
... are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. The Safety & Comfort Guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 8 Notebook Essentials Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the modem cable that do not meet specific security criteria. The grounding pin is .... Surge protectors are commonly available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you or the computer....
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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...Notices. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. Choosing the type of Internet access available The computer supports 2 types of Internet access: ■...; Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you can connect to block airflow. Notebook Essentials 9 To learn about adding the ...
...Notices. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. Choosing the type of Internet access available The computer supports 2 types of Internet access: ■...; Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you can connect to block airflow. Notebook Essentials 9 To learn about adding the ...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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Notebook Essentials 15 Click Start, and then click Shut Down. If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency ... the Shut Down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Chapter 3: What's next?
Notebook Essentials 15 Click Start, and then click Shut Down. If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency ... the Shut Down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Chapter 3: What's next?
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... in the Sleep state or in use, or when the computer has reached a low battery level. To transfer the image to display the image on the computer screen or the external display, Notebook Essentials 17 Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to "Quick troubleshooting," the next section in.... On most models, when an optional external display, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer, the image can be initiated by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. To change these settings may be...
... in the Sleep state or in use, or when the computer has reached a low battery level. To transfer the image to display the image on the computer screen or the external display, Notebook Essentials 17 Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to "Quick troubleshooting," the next section in.... On most models, when an optional external display, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer, the image can be initiated by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. To change these settings may be...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... restart the computer using this procedure, refer to the next section, "The computer is on your computer from external power and remove the battery. The computer is unusually warm It is normal for the internal fan to software or keyboard commands, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in ... allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. 18 Notebook Essentials It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it may be sure to the "Protecting your lap or obstruct...
... restart the computer using this procedure, refer to the next section, "The computer is on your computer from external power and remove the battery. The computer is unusually warm It is normal for the internal fan to software or keyboard commands, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in ... allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. 18 Notebook Essentials It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it may be sure to the "Protecting your lap or obstruct...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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The AC power source must be supplied by HP for use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Notebook Essentials 25 The computer operates on the system regulatory label inside the battery bay. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following table may be helpful if you plan to use with...
The AC power source must be supplied by HP for use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Notebook Essentials 25 The computer operates on the system regulatory label inside the battery bay. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following table may be helpful if you plan to use with...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... you plan to the equipment, do not check it on luggage, such as an 802.11b/g, a Global System for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it separately. ■ If you turn it in hazardous locations. Appendix C: Routine care ■ When traveling by air, carry the computer... as hand luggage, and do not attempt to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. 28 Notebook Essentials If you are uncertain of the policy that check carry-on . ■ If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable ...
... you plan to the equipment, do not check it on luggage, such as an 802.11b/g, a Global System for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it separately. ■ If you turn it in hazardous locations. Appendix C: Routine care ■ When traveling by air, carry the computer... as hand luggage, and do not attempt to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. 28 Notebook Essentials If you are uncertain of the policy that check carry-on . ■ If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable ...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 38 Packaging and transporting guidelines 39 Workstation guidelines 39 Equipment guidelines 40 Component replacement procedures 41 Serial number ...41 Computer feet ...42 Battery ...43 Hard drive ...44 Optical drive ...47 WLAN module ...49 Memory module ...51 Keyboard ...53 Top cover ...55 Speaker assembly... ...63 USB board ...64 Power connector cable ...65 Display assembly ...66 System board ...73 Optical drive SATA cable and connector 76 RTC battery ...78 Fan/heat sink assembly ...80 Processor ...83 5 Setup Utility ...85 Computer Setup in Windows 7 ...85 Starting Setup Utility ...85...
... 38 Packaging and transporting guidelines 39 Workstation guidelines 39 Equipment guidelines 40 Component replacement procedures 41 Serial number ...41 Computer feet ...42 Battery ...43 Hard drive ...44 Optical drive ...47 WLAN module ...49 Memory module ...51 Keyboard ...53 Top cover ...55 Speaker assembly... ...63 USB board ...64 Power connector cable ...65 Display assembly ...66 System board ...73 Optical drive SATA cable and connector 76 RTC battery ...78 Fan/heat sink assembly ...80 Processor ...83 5 Setup Utility ...85 Computer Setup in Windows 7 ...85 Starting Setup Utility ...85...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Requirements for specific countries or regions 115 10 Recycling ...116 Battery ...116 Display ...116 Index ...122 x
Requirements for specific countries or regions 115 10 Recycling ...116 Battery ...116 Display ...116 Index ...122 x
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Category Description HP G42 HDMI v1.3 supporting 1080p with HDCP key Single port configured for either HDMI or 5-in-1 card reader USB 2.0 (3) RJ-11 (modem) with modem option ... Basic (32 & 64 bit) Windows 7 Starter (32 bit) Free DOS Novell Linux Serviceability End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module UMA √ √ Compaq Presario CQ42 Discrete √ Compaq Presario CQ42 Compaq Presario CQ42 UMA Models UMA Models 150 - 199 100 - 149 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √...
Category Description HP G42 HDMI v1.3 supporting 1080p with HDCP key Single port configured for either HDMI or 5-in-1 card reader USB 2.0 (3) RJ-11 (modem) with modem option ... Basic (32 & 64 bit) Windows 7 Starter (32 bit) Free DOS Novell Linux Serviceability End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module UMA √ √ Compaq Presario CQ42 Discrete √ Compaq Presario CQ42 Compaq Presario CQ42 UMA Models UMA Models 150 - 199 100 - 149 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter/power/battery light (6) Power connector Description Reads and writes to the computer. Connects an AC adapter. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable... to optical discs. Blinking: The optical drive is designed to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Amber: A battery is charging. NOTE: The security cable is being mishandled or stolen. 14 Chapter 2...
... (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter/power/battery light (6) Power connector Description Reads and writes to the computer. Connects an AC adapter. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable... to optical discs. Blinking: The optical drive is designed to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Amber: A battery is charging. NOTE: The security cable is being mishandled or stolen. 14 Chapter 2...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... authorized for the internal fan to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. Releases the battery from the battery bay. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Bottom components Component (1) (2) Battery bay Battery release latch (3) Vents (4) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the...
... authorized for the internal fan to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. Releases the battery from the battery bay. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Bottom components Component (1) (2) Battery bay Battery release latch (3) Vents (4) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... it to a digital line. WARNING! To use the modem and the modem cable (included with the modem. Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* (2) AC adapter (3) Battery* *Power cords vary in which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. 18 Chapter 2 External...
... it to a digital line. WARNING! To use the modem and the modem cable (included with the modem. Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* (2) AC adapter (3) Battery* *Power cords vary in which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. 18 Chapter 2 External...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Serial number location 19 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located in the battery bay of the computer.
Serial number location 19 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located in the battery bay of the computer.