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... or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing the hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 30 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Recovery discs ...34 Performing a system recovery ...35 Recovering...
... or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing the hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 30 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Recovery discs ...34 Performing a system recovery ...35 Recovering...
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... access this website, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ●...; Accessories available for the computer ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● How to identify computer components HP Notebook...
... access this website, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ●...; Accessories available for the computer ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● How to identify computer components HP Notebook...
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The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (2) until it is seated. 5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To remove the battery: Inserting or removing the battery 25 To insert the battery: ▲ Insert the battery (1) into place.
The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (2) until it is seated. 5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To remove the battery: Inserting or removing the battery 25 To insert the battery: ▲ Insert the battery (1) into place.
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...! A can of electric shock or damage to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. A vacuum cleaner can also register to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an ...antistatic screen cleaner. Updating programs and drivers 33 To reduce the risk of compressed air with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on the screen. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and...
...! A can of electric shock or damage to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. A vacuum cleaner can also register to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an ...antistatic screen cleaner. Updating programs and drivers 33 To reduce the risk of compressed air with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on the screen. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and...
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... setting up the computer for any reason you can restore your computer to recover your operating system and software. Recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you with the following tasks for the presence of recovery discs. 34...● Recovery discs ● Performing a system recovery ● Backing up your information ● Creating system restore points ● Recovering a program or driver ● Performing a full system recovery (from the partition or recovery discs) NOTE: Recovery discs have been included if your computer does not have a...
... setting up the computer for any reason you can restore your computer to recover your operating system and software. Recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you with the following tasks for the presence of recovery discs. 34...● Recovery discs ● Performing a system recovery ● Backing up your information ● Creating system restore points ● Recovering a program or driver ● Performing a full system recovery (from the partition or recovery discs) NOTE: Recovery discs have been included if your computer does not have a...
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... 9, 10 VGA 10 power button, identifying 7 power connector, identifying 9 power cord, identifying 14 power light, identifying 6 product name and number, computer 39 R recovering a program or driver 34 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 35 recovering from the recovery discs 36 recovery discs 34 Recovery Manager 34, 35 recovery partition 34 recovery...
... 9, 10 VGA 10 power button, identifying 7 power connector, identifying 9 power cord, identifying 14 power light, identifying 6 product name and number, computer 39 R recovering a program or driver 34 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 35 recovering from the recovery discs 36 recovery discs 34 Recovery Manager 34, 35 recovery partition 34 recovery...
Compaq Presario CQ56 Notebook PC and HP G56 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The duration of your computer. Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Description The ...
The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The duration of your computer. Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Description The ...
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Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. Component Description (1) Part number The number that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. (5) Model description The alphanumeric identifier you order parts or request information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided ...
Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. Component Description (1) Part number The number that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. (5) Model description The alphanumeric identifier you order parts or request information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided ...
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... only), you must recover your information using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are permanently removed. NOTE: For additional information on -screen instructions to recover... Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must be prompted for recovery. 1. Using f11 CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive...
... only), you must recover your information using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are permanently removed. NOTE: For additional information on -screen instructions to recover... Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must be prompted for recovery. 1. Using f11 CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive...
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...files. 2. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. For contact information, refer to the "Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. ... takes several minutes. To recover the original hard drive image using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for ...
...files. 2. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. For contact information, refer to the "Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. ... takes several minutes. To recover the original hard drive image using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for ...
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The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is installed on your information, ... Follow the on the computer are permanently removed. CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Personal files must be restored from copies. Linux backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section if SUSE...
The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is installed on your information, ... Follow the on the computer are permanently removed. CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Personal files must be restored from copies. Linux backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section if SUSE...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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...computer users. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety ...Guides. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer The following user guides and reference...
...computer users. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety ...Guides. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer The following user guides and reference...
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... support for the device. If you are not supported. Using PC Cards (select models only) A PC Card is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software required for other...
... support for the device. If you are not supported. Using PC Cards (select models only) A PC Card is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software required for other...
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... of the slot. c. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the PC Card. 2. Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers..., that is inserted into position for releasing the PC Card. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. If you are designed to conform to release ...
... of the slot. c. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the PC Card. 2. Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers..., that is inserted into position for releasing the PC Card. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. If you are designed to conform to release ...
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Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of damage ... expansion port. Using optional external devices 39 To connect an external device to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be used with the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the powered USB port on the device. NOTE: The computer has only one...
Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of damage ... expansion port. Using optional external devices 39 To connect an external device to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be used with the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the powered USB port on the device. NOTE: The computer has only one...
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...connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. You will need to access this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your computer. Updating the ...the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may need this path when you are ready to install the update. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. BIOS and other...
...connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. You will need to access this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your computer. Updating the ...the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may need this path when you are ready to install the update. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. BIOS and other...
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... 1394 cable, connecting 37 1394 devices connecting 37 defined 36 removing 37 16-bit PC Cards 30 32-bit PC Cards 30 A AC adapter, testing 28 action keys media 14 volume 14 administrator ...Cleanup software 42 Disk Defragmenter software 41 DisplayPort, connecting 17 docking connector 40 drive light 43 drive media 21 drivers 30 drives external 39 handling 41 hard 39 optical 39 using 41 E electrostatic discharge 61 entering a power-... 53 firewall software 6, 52 G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 28 H hard drive external 39 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HDMI configuring audio 18 62 Index
... 1394 cable, connecting 37 1394 devices connecting 37 defined 36 removing 37 16-bit PC Cards 30 32-bit PC Cards 30 A AC adapter, testing 28 action keys media 14 volume 14 administrator ...Cleanup software 42 Disk Defragmenter software 41 DisplayPort, connecting 17 docking connector 40 drive light 43 drive media 21 drivers 30 drives external 39 handling 41 hard 39 optical 39 using 41 E electrostatic discharge 61 entering a power-... 53 firewall software 6, 52 G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 28 H hard drive external 39 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HDMI configuring audio 18 62 Index
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...initiated during critical battery level 25 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 17 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 19 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HP SkyRoom 16 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 12 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical...devices, using 39 P passwords set in Setup Utility 50 set in Windows 50 PC Cards configuring 30 description 30 inserting 30 removing 32 removing insert 31 software and drivers 30 supported types 30 ports DisplayPort 17 expansion 39 external monitor 16 HDMI 17 ...
...initiated during critical battery level 25 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 17 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 19 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HP SkyRoom 16 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 12 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical...devices, using 39 P passwords set in Setup Utility 50 set in Windows 50 PC Cards configuring 30 description 30 inserting 30 removing 32 removing insert 31 software and drivers 30 supported types 30 ports DisplayPort 17 expansion 39 external monitor 16 HDMI 17 ...