Getting Started - Windows 7
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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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Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● How to identify computer components HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ... update the software Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To...
Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● How to identify computer components HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ... update the software Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To...
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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. To remove the battery: Inserting or removing the battery 25 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 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. To remove the battery: Inserting or removing the battery 25 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.
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...drivers HP recommends that can also register to clean the keyboard. To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with the latest versions. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. Updating programs and drivers...remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your hands frequently when using the computer. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the keyboard surface. Routine care ...
...drivers HP recommends that can also register to clean the keyboard. To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with the latest versions. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. Updating programs and drivers...remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your hands frequently when using the computer. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the keyboard surface. Routine care ...
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...9679; Backing up your information Recovery after a system failure is listed in a safe place. Tools provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the following tasks for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature) ...9679; 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 information and...
...9679; Backing up your information Recovery after a system failure is listed in a safe place. Tools provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the following tasks for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature) ...9679; 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 information and...
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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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Service tag 15 The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The alphanumeric identifier you need to determine what components and parts are needed. The duration of your computer. Component (1) Product ...
Service tag 15 The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The alphanumeric identifier you need to determine what components and parts are needed. The duration of your computer. Component (1) Product ...
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... duration of your computer. 34 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures Make special note of each product. (3) Product information The product name affixed 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...
... duration of your computer. 34 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures Make special note of each product. (3) Product information The product name affixed 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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...recovery If possible, back up ) your permission or password for the presence of your files. If possible, check for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery. 1. NOTE: For additional information on recovering information using the Windows tools, perform a ... 7 operating system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover your information using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the...
...recovery If possible, back up ) your permission or password for the presence of your files. If possible, check for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery. 1. NOTE: For additional information on recovering information using the Windows tools, perform a ... 7 operating system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover your information using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the...
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...-screen instructions. To recover the original hard drive image using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for... Make sure that do not have created and any keyboard key. 4. Before rebooting, make sure you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Select Repair your operating system and software. Follow the on -screen instructions. If possible, back up all personal files....
...-screen instructions. To recover the original hard drive image using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for... Make sure that do not have created and any keyboard key. 4. Before rebooting, make sure you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Select Repair your operating system and software. Follow the on -screen instructions. If possible, back up all personal files....
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...f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Follow the on the computer are permanently removed. Personal files must be restored from ...backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section if SUSE Linux SLED 11 is displayed on the screen. 3. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. You can restore your information, back up all personal files. 2. To protect your important files...
...f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Follow the on the computer are permanently removed. Personal files must be restored from ...backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section if SUSE Linux SLED 11 is displayed on the screen. 3. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. You can restore your information, back up all personal files. 2. To protect your important files...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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...product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. This guide is located in the computer box. ... Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. The poster is also available on -screen instructions. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes ...
...product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. This guide is located in the computer box. ... Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. The poster is also available on -screen instructions. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes ...
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...the risk of loss of PC Cards: ● 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards ● Type I and Type II PC Cards NOTE: Zoomed video PC Cards and 12-V PC Cards are instructed by the PC Card manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the device. If ...you are not supported. or - The PC Card slot supports the ...
...the risk of loss of PC Cards: ● 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards ● Type I and Type II PC Cards NOTE: Zoomed video PC Cards and 12-V PC Cards are instructed by the PC Card manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the device. If ...you are not supported. or - The PC Card slot supports the ...
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...on-screen instructions. 3. If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to release the PC Card. Press the PC Card eject button again to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far... right of data or an unresponsive system, stop a PC Card before removing it. 1. Press the PC Card eject button (1). c. ...
...on-screen instructions. 3. If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to release the PC Card. Press the PC Card eject button again to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far... right of data or an unresponsive system, stop a PC Card before removing it. 1. Press the PC Card eject button (1). c. ...
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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. To connect an external device to an optional docking or expansion device, so ... computer. NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be used with the computer.
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. To connect an external device to an optional docking or expansion device, so ... computer. NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be used with the computer.
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..., you are ready to install the update. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on the HP Web site. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a... Start > Help and Support > Maintain. BIOS and other identifier. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer....
..., you are ready to install the update. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on the HP Web site. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a... Start > Help and Support > Maintain. BIOS and other identifier. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer....
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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 ...