HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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...38 Removing a smart card ...38 Using a USB device ...38 Connecting a USB device 38 Removing a USB device ...39 Using 1394 devices (select models only 39 Connecting a 1394 device 40 Removing a 1394 device 40 Using an eSATA device (select models only 40 Connecting an eSATA device 41 Removing an eSATA device 41 Using optional external devices ...42 Using optional external drives 42 Using the expansion port (select models only 42 Using the docking connector (select models only 43 6 Drives ...44 Handling drives ...44 Using hard drives ...45 Improving hard drive performance 45 Using Disk...
...38 Removing a smart card ...38 Using a USB device ...38 Connecting a USB device 38 Removing a USB device ...39 Using 1394 devices (select models only 39 Connecting a 1394 device 40 Removing a 1394 device 40 Using an eSATA device (select models only 40 Connecting an eSATA device 41 Removing an eSATA device 41 Using optional external devices ...42 Using optional external drives 42 Using the expansion port (select models only 42 Using the docking connector (select models only 43 6 Drives ...44 Handling drives ...44 Using hard drives ...45 Improving hard drive performance 45 Using Disk...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... preinstalled software, you can collaborate in a setting free of the display. Webcam (select models only) 17 You can use the webcam to your computer, right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar, or select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. You can utilize your existing Microsoft Office Communicator or Jabber contact lists or you can preview and save the photo or video recording. Select Start > All...
... preinstalled software, you can collaborate in a setting free of the display. Webcam (select models only) 17 You can use the webcam to your computer, right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar, or select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. You can utilize your existing Microsoft Office Communicator or Jabber contact lists or you can preview and save the photo or video recording. Select Start > All...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... is set at the factory to a disc or an external media card. Windows XP-Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand By. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from external power and remove the battery. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any of networking connection or perform any type of...
... is set at the factory to a disc or an external media card. Windows XP-Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand By. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from external power and remove the battery. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any of networking connection or perform any type of...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... can be connected to work properly. 2. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Tips for Battery Check to external power for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on page 23. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in the...
... can be connected to work properly. 2. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Tips for Battery Check to external power for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on page 23. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in the...
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.... USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to a USB port on 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. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options...
.... USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to a USB port on 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. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... more than an hour to your hard drive at least once a month. Windows XP- To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for the hard drive, usually listed as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings.
... more than an hour to your hard drive at least once a month. Windows XP- To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for the hard drive, usually listed as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings.
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... as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Changing the language of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Errors can be used with your change takes effect immediately. 60 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Starting Setup Utility NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed...
... as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Changing the language of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Errors can be used with your change takes effect immediately. 60 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Starting Setup Utility NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed...
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... instructions are ready to download. 3. To exit Setup Utility without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other identifier. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your computer to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. The hard drive designation is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable...
... instructions are ready to download. 3. To exit Setup Utility without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other identifier. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your computer to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. The hard drive designation is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable...
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... software, using 55 audio functions, checking 16 B battery conserving power 27 discharging 26 displaying remaining charge 26 disposing 28 low battery levels 26 replacing 28 storing 28 Battery Check 26 battery information, finding 25 battery power 25 battery temperature 28 BIOS determining version 62 downloading an update 63 updating 62 Bluetooth device 2, 9 buttons media 15 power 21 volume 16 wireless 3 C cables 1394 40 eSATA 41 USB 39 CardBus PC Cards 32 checking audio functions 16 computer, traveling 28, 65 configuring audio for HDMI 19 configuring...
... software, using 55 audio functions, checking 16 B battery conserving power 27 discharging 26 displaying remaining charge 26 disposing 28 low battery levels 26 replacing 28 storing 28 Battery Check 26 battery information, finding 25 battery power 25 battery temperature 28 BIOS determining version 62 downloading an update 63 updating 62 Bluetooth device 2, 9 buttons media 15 power 21 volume 16 wireless 3 C cables 1394 40 eSATA 41 USB 39 CardBus PC Cards 32 checking audio functions 16 computer, traveling 28, 65 configuring audio for HDMI 19 configuring...
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... to enter Windows Advanced Boot Options, and select Repair Computer option, or enter Safe Mode and run Memory Diagnostics. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to restart the computer. Symptom 2: LEDs blink or computer beeps but does not start Blinking LEDs or beep tones indicate a hardware failure during the pre-start up testing. Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Resolving Start...
... to enter Windows Advanced Boot Options, and select Repair Computer option, or enter Safe Mode and run Memory Diagnostics. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to restart the computer. Symptom 2: LEDs blink or computer beeps but does not start Blinking LEDs or beep tones indicate a hardware failure during the pre-start up testing. Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Resolving Start...
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... screen or continually re-starts After an error message is displayed, you can boot to BIOS, use recovery disk to recover the computer to run memory and hard drive tests. Symptom 6: Computer displays the Windows logo screen and stops responding If no error message displays, turn on power, press F10 to enter BIOS mode, do one or more of the following: Select Disable automatic restart on system failure to view error message. Run Repair...
... screen or continually re-starts After an error message is displayed, you can boot to BIOS, use recovery disk to recover the computer to run memory and hard drive tests. Symptom 6: Computer displays the Windows logo screen and stops responding If no error message displays, turn on power, press F10 to enter BIOS mode, do one or more of the following: Select Disable automatic restart on system failure to view error message. Run Repair...
Getting Started Compaq Notebook - Windows 7
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... Component (1) (2) External monitor port Vents (2) (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (select models only) (5) USB port (6) Audio-in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. WARNING...
... Component (1) (2) External monitor port Vents (2) (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (select models only) (5) USB port (6) Audio-in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. WARNING...
Getting Started Compaq Notebook - Windows 7
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... the device representing your Internet or network services, this action key opens the Internet Connection Wizard. NOTE: Until you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one finger across the TouchPad in Windows® to the pointing devices included with your computer, you set up Increases speaker volume. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide one of the USB ports on the computer. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
... the device representing your Internet or network services, this action key opens the Internet Connection Wizard. NOTE: Until you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one finger across the TouchPad in Windows® to the pointing devices included with your computer, you set up Increases speaker volume. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide one of the USB ports on the computer. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
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... Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Media Creation. 2. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a USB hub. To create a set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive can be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on -screen instructions. CAUTION: HP Recovery Manager (partition or discs/flash drive) restores only software that you need a set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive. NOTE: If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive, you can use this can be achieved using the HP Recovery partition (select models...
... Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Media Creation. 2. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a USB hub. To create a set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive can be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on -screen instructions. CAUTION: HP Recovery Manager (partition or discs/flash drive) restores only software that you need a set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive. NOTE: If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive, you can use this can be achieved using the HP Recovery partition (select models...
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... and Support action key 16 I input power 39 integrated webcam light, identifying 10 internal microphone, identifying 10 Internet connection setup 14 ISP, using 13 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 9 audio-out (headphone) 9 network 9 RJ-45 (network) 9 K keys action 7 esc 7 fn 7 Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L labels Bluetooth 37 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 37 regulatory 37 serial number 37 wireless certification 37 WLAN 37 latch, battery release 11 lights caps lock 5 drive 9 power 5, 9 webcam 10 wireless 5 M media controls, keys 17 memory module inserting 27 removing 26 replacing...
... and Support action key 16 I input power 39 integrated webcam light, identifying 10 internal microphone, identifying 10 Internet connection setup 14 ISP, using 13 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 9 audio-out (headphone) 9 network 9 RJ-45 (network) 9 K keys action 7 esc 7 fn 7 Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L labels Bluetooth 37 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 37 regulatory 37 serial number 37 wireless certification 37 WLAN 37 latch, battery release 11 lights caps lock 5 drive 9 power 5, 9 webcam 10 wireless 5 M media controls, keys 17 memory module inserting 27 removing 26 replacing...
Compaq Presario CQ57 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... microphone. Connects a network cable. Left side Item (1) (2) Component External monitor port Vents (2) (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (select models only) (5) USB port (6) Audio-in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off during routine operation. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on and off . Connect optional USB devices. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card Blinking white: The hard drive...
... microphone. Connects a network cable. Left side Item (1) (2) Component External monitor port Vents (2) (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (select models only) (5) USB port (6) Audio-in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off during routine operation. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on and off . Connect optional USB devices. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card Blinking white: The hard drive...
Compaq Presario CQ57 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for the types of peripherals installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of Setup Utility 1. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press enter. 5. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse...
... Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for the types of peripherals installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of Setup Utility 1. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press enter. 5. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse...
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... the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is running on battery power, docked in Windows) or by pressing fn +esc (if you are ready to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File > System Information. 3. Identify the BIOS update that is connected to install the update. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Downloading a BIOS update...
... the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is running on battery power, docked in Windows) or by pressing fn +esc (if you are ready to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File > System Information. 3. Identify the BIOS update that is connected to install the update. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Downloading a BIOS update...
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... 10 light components 8 lights AC adapter 11 caps lock 8 drive 10 optical drive 11 power 8, 10 TouchPad 8, 9 webcam 5 wireless 8 M mass storage device precautions 29 removal 42 spare part numbers 21, 42 memory module product description 1 removal 41 spare part numbers 18, 24, 25, 41 memory module compartment 12 memory module/wireless module compartment cover illustrated 23 removal 36 microphone location 5 product description 2 microphone jack 10 microphone module removal 62 spare part number 20, 25, 62 model description 14, 34 model name 1 monitor port 10 N network jack 10 O operating system...
... 10 light components 8 lights AC adapter 11 caps lock 8 drive 10 optical drive 11 power 8, 10 TouchPad 8, 9 webcam 5 wireless 8 M mass storage device precautions 29 removal 42 spare part numbers 21, 42 memory module product description 1 removal 41 spare part numbers 18, 24, 25, 41 memory module compartment 12 memory module/wireless module compartment cover illustrated 23 removal 36 microphone location 5 product description 2 microphone jack 10 microphone module removal 62 spare part number 20, 25, 62 model description 14, 34 model name 1 monitor port 10 N network jack 10 O operating system...
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... 77 spare part numbers 17, 24, 25, 77 product description audio 2 chipset 1 display panel 1 Ethernet 2 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 3 memory module 1 microphone 2 operating system 4 optical drive 2 pointing device 3 ports 3 power requirements 3 processors 1 product name 1 security 3 serviceability 4 video 2 wireless 2 product name 1, 13, 33 product number 14, 33 R removal/replacement preliminaries 28 procedures 33 right-side components RJ-45 jack 10 RTC battery removal 70 spare part number 11 17, 27, 70 S Screw Kit, spare part number 22, 27 security cable slot 11...
... 77 spare part numbers 17, 24, 25, 77 product description audio 2 chipset 1 display panel 1 Ethernet 2 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 3 memory module 1 microphone 2 operating system 4 optical drive 2 pointing device 3 ports 3 power requirements 3 processors 1 product name 1 security 3 serviceability 4 video 2 wireless 2 product name 1, 13, 33 product number 14, 33 R removal/replacement preliminaries 28 procedures 33 right-side components RJ-45 jack 10 RTC battery removal 70 spare part number 11 17, 27, 70 S Screw Kit, spare part number 22, 27 security cable slot 11...