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......43 7 Security ...44 Protecting the computer ...44 Using passwords ...44 Setting passwords in Windows 45 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 45 Managing an administrator password 46 Entering an administrator password 46 Managing a power-on password 47 Entering a power-on password 47... ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Displaying system information 53 viii
......43 7 Security ...44 Protecting the computer ...44 Using passwords ...44 Setting passwords in Windows 45 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 45 Managing an administrator password 46 Entering an administrator password 46 Managing a power-on password 47 Entering a power-on password 47... ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Displaying system information 53 viii
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Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 54 Updating the BIOS ...54 Determining the BIOS version 54 Downloading a BIOS update 55 Using System Diagnostics ...56 Appendix A Traveling with the computer ...57 Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ...59 Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ...60 Index ...61 ix
Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 54 Updating the BIOS ...54 Determining the BIOS version 54 Downloading a BIOS update 55 Using System Diagnostics ...56 Appendix A Traveling with the computer ...57 Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ...59 Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ...60 Index ...61 ix
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...to your information. Several types of risks. Passwords can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS) that you send your computer information. Computer risk Unauthorized use of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Unauthorized access ...to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to secure your computer for service...
...to your information. Several types of risks. Passwords can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS) that you send your computer information. Computer risk Unauthorized use of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Unauthorized access ...to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to secure your computer for service...
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...also protects access to computer contents. While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be used to Setup Utility (BIOS). ● After this password is set, it must be entered when you exit Sleep or Hibernation. Setting passwords in Windows...each time you enter the power-on password. NOTE: Your administrator password is entered. NOTE: If you access Setup Utility (BIOS). Protects access to access Setup Utility (BIOS). Initiate QuickLock. 2. You can use the same password for a Windows security feature. Protects your information by entering your administrator...
...also protects access to computer contents. While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be used to Setup Utility (BIOS). ● After this password is set, it must be entered when you exit Sleep or Hibernation. Setting passwords in Windows...each time you enter the power-on password. NOTE: Your administrator password is entered. NOTE: If you access Setup Utility (BIOS). Protects access to access Setup Utility (BIOS). Initiate QuickLock. 2. You can use the same password for a Windows security feature. Protects your information by entering your administrator...
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... computer. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. CAUTION: If you forget your administrator password, and then press enter. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, ... New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and then press enter. ● To delete an administrator password, type your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to the following topics. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f10. 2. Use...
... computer. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. CAUTION: If you forget your administrator password, and then press enter. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, ... New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and then press enter. ● To delete an administrator password, type your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to the following topics. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f10. 2. Use...
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... 3 unsuccessful attempts to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. Using antivirus software 47 Entering a power-on your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you upgrade the trial offer or purchase the antivirus program of the... program may include a trial offer. Computer viruses can detect most cases, repair any damage they have caused. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on password, type your password, and then press enter. Using firewall software Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to ...
... 3 unsuccessful attempts to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. Using antivirus software 47 Entering a power-on your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you upgrade the trial offer or purchase the antivirus program of the... program may include a trial offer. Computer viruses can detect most cases, repair any damage they have caused. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on password, type your password, and then press enter. Using firewall software Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to ...
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...the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Your change and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Changing the language of system and ...save your language selected is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility (BIOS) Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on or restart the computer, and then ...
...the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Your change and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Changing the language of system and ...save your language selected is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility (BIOS) Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on or restart the computer, and then ...
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...time and date, and identification information about the computer is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. or -... or - ● To save your changes, press the esc key, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the...
...time and date, and identification information about the computer is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. or -... or - ● To save your changes, press the esc key, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the...
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Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are already in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Use the arrow keys to select Main. 3. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, ...visible, press esc to return to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the HP Web site. NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not visible, press esc to return to know...
Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are already in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Use the arrow keys to select Main. 3. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, ...visible, press esc to return to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the HP Web site. NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not visible, press esc to return to know...
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... the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from your computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. BIOS installation procedures vary. Complete the installation by following the on -screen instructions to identify your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for ...example, filename.exe). At the download area, follow these steps: a. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed on -screen instructions to the hard drive. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Double-click...
... the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from your computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. BIOS installation procedures vary. Complete the installation by following the on -screen instructions to identify your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for ...example, filename.exe). At the download area, follow these steps: a. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed on -screen instructions to the hard drive. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Double-click...
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If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. Turn on -screen instructions. If it attempts to move the data to a good sector. ... battery. Click the diagnostic test you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is running, press esc. 56 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the test detects a damaged sector, it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the...
If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. Turn on -screen instructions. If it attempts to move the data to a good sector. ... battery. Click the diagnostic test you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is running, press esc. 56 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the test detects a damaged sector, it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the...
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... charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31...
... charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31...
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...19 initiated during critical battery level 23 initiating 19 high-definition devices, connecting 16, 17 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 26 HP Mobile Broadband Module 6 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 37 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 11 hubs 31 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical ... installing 48 security, wireless 5 setting password protection on wakeup 21 setting power options 19 setup of WLAN 4 Setup Utility (BIOS) changing the language 52 displaying system information 53 exiting 54 navigating and selecting 53 passwords set in 45 restoring factory settings 53...
...19 initiated during critical battery level 23 initiating 19 high-definition devices, connecting 16, 17 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 26 HP Mobile Broadband Module 6 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 37 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 11 hubs 31 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical ... installing 48 security, wireless 5 setting password protection on wakeup 21 setting power options 19 setup of WLAN 4 Setup Utility (BIOS) changing the language 52 displaying system information 53 exiting 54 navigating and selecting 53 passwords set in 45 restoring factory settings 53...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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..., software issues, and more . Shock events Shock events can fail. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . This white paper explains how companies and users can be traced to identify and prevent hard...(SSD) failures. The following information is not applicable to the following : • The SSD drive is no longer recognized by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to be run. The following sections summarize some of these symptoms result from a significant bump ...
..., software issues, and more . Shock events Shock events can fail. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . This white paper explains how companies and users can be traced to identify and prevent hard...(SSD) failures. The following information is not applicable to the following : • The SSD drive is no longer recognized by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to be run. The following sections summarize some of these symptoms result from a significant bump ...
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...Runs the short/basic test. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted by automatically "parking the heads" to download the latest BIOS for SSD drives, but it does not harm or in either of the tests, the process halts and a Failure ID or Code is displayed... a USB key. attribute checking automatically runs. • If a fault is available through the commercial notebook system BIOS. When initiated, the diagnostics perform the following URL: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us /en/support-drivers.html Page 5 If no errors occur, ...
...Runs the short/basic test. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted by automatically "parking the heads" to download the latest BIOS for SSD drives, but it does not harm or in either of the tests, the process halts and a Failure ID or Code is displayed... a USB key. attribute checking automatically runs. • If a fault is available through the commercial notebook system BIOS. When initiated, the diagnostics perform the following URL: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us /en/support-drivers.html Page 5 If no errors occur, ...
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...the hard drive reading/writing heads is important to align logical sectors (OS) with applications that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems • It is decreased. First-generation ...Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e1 drives - To address this sector size is moving Advanced Format ...
...the hard drive reading/writing heads is important to align logical sectors (OS) with applications that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems • It is decreased. First-generation ...Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e1 drives - To address this sector size is moving Advanced Format ...
Getting Started Compaq Notebook - Windows 7
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...and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Resource Contents Setup poster ● How to http://www.hp.com/ergo. 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices ... the hard drive and memory modules ◦ Performing a backup and a recovery ◦ Contacting customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● Battery disposal information Select Start > Help and Support...
...and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Resource Contents Setup poster ● How to http://www.hp.com/ergo. 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices ... the hard drive and memory modules ◦ Performing a backup and a recovery ◦ Contacting customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● Battery disposal information Select Start > Help and Support...
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... your product number, warranty period (found on your product home page at http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To...
... your product number, warranty period (found on your product home page at http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To...
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... the key. For example, if a monitor is enabled at the factory. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS) and revert back to standard settings by pressing the fn key and one of the f1 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for...among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer display to the monitor display to the "Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics" chapter in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for that key. This action key can also alternate images among display devices connected to your Windows...
... the key. For example, if a monitor is enabled at the factory. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS) and revert back to standard settings by pressing the fn key and one of the f1 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for...among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer display to the monitor display to the "Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics" chapter in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for that key. This action key can also alternate images among display devices connected to your Windows...
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... board ...73 Optical drive connector cable 76 RTC battery ...78 Fan/heat sink assembly 80 Processor ...86 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 88 Using Setup Utility ...88 Starting Setup Utility 88 Changing the language of Setup Utility 88 Navigating and ...Utility 89 Displaying system information 89 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility 90 Exiting Setup Utility 90 Updating the BIOS 90 Determining the BIOS version 91 Downloading a BIOS update 91 Using System Diagnostics ...92 6 Specifications ...93 Computer specifications ...93 14.0-inch display specifications 94 ...
... board ...73 Optical drive connector cable 76 RTC battery ...78 Fan/heat sink assembly 80 Processor ...86 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 88 Using Setup Utility ...88 Starting Setup Utility 88 Changing the language of Setup Utility 88 Navigating and ...Utility 89 Displaying system information 89 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility 90 Exiting Setup Utility 90 Updating the BIOS 90 Determining the BIOS version 91 Downloading a BIOS update 91 Using System Diagnostics ...92 6 Specifications ...93 Computer specifications ...93 14.0-inch display specifications 94 ...