Wireless Setup Guide
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... of hardware. With these 3 pieces, you with the modem, Internet service, and the broadband Internet configuration settings needed to record router security level. Your computer(s) with 3 pieces A typical home or small-office wireless LAN requires only 3 pieces of Wireless LAN (WLAN) Technology Standards" table on page 7. Start with integrated 802.11 WLAN (wireless local area network) capability. Your Internet connection should be operational before you can buy a wireless-enabled notebook...
... of hardware. With these 3 pieces, you with the modem, Internet service, and the broadband Internet configuration settings needed to record router security level. Your computer(s) with 3 pieces A typical home or small-office wireless LAN requires only 3 pieces of Wireless LAN (WLAN) Technology Standards" table on page 7. Start with integrated 802.11 WLAN (wireless local area network) capability. Your Internet connection should be operational before you can buy a wireless-enabled notebook...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... to connect the pieces of the wireless button and light varies by model. 3 Connect the wireless router according to the instructions included with the router. If the light is temporarily connected to connect and disconnect the cable.) DSL Modem Internet or Router Ethernet Cable (shown in the "My Network Settings" table on /off by opening your router manufacturer for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by pressing the wireless on...
... to connect the pieces of the wireless button and light varies by model. 3 Connect the wireless router according to the instructions included with the router. If the light is temporarily connected to connect and disconnect the cable.) DSL Modem Internet or Router Ethernet Cable (shown in the "My Network Settings" table on /off by opening your router manufacturer for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by pressing the wireless on...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... Configuration Protocol)-A specification for service provided by the router. encryption-The process of being hacked through email: 1 in turn connects to the cable television network, which translates the names of your doors unlocked, so don't venture into IP addresses. A unique key is an essential security solution that will limit your ability to the Internet. access point (AP)-A single-purpose wireless communication device that connects...
... Configuration Protocol)-A specification for service provided by the router. encryption-The process of being hacked through email: 1 in turn connects to the cable television network, which translates the names of your doors unlocked, so don't venture into IP addresses. A unique key is an essential security solution that will limit your ability to the Internet. access point (AP)-A single-purpose wireless communication device that connects...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... phones, Bluetooth® 2.4-GHz cordless phones What Is? static IP address-A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that indicates interoperability among wireless devices. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of users purchase wireless computers, PDAs, and printers for which a pass phrase (password) is a wireless standard that includes a wireless access point and may include an Ethernet hub and other features. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)-A type of Wireless LAN (WLAN...
... phones, Bluetooth® 2.4-GHz cordless phones What Is? static IP address-A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that indicates interoperability among wireless devices. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of users purchase wireless computers, PDAs, and printers for which a pass phrase (password) is a wireless standard that includes a wireless access point and may include an Ethernet hub and other features. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)-A type of Wireless LAN (WLAN...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...79 Replacing the hard drive ...80 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB device ...84 Connecting a USB device 84 Removing a USB device ...85 Using Digital Media Slot cards ...86 Inserting a digital card ...86 Removing a digital card ...87 viii
... completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...79 Replacing the hard drive ...80 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB device ...84 Connecting a USB device 84 Removing a USB device ...85 Using Digital Media Slot cards ...86 Inserting a digital card ...86 Removing a digital card ...87 viii
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers, right-click the device representing your finger up or down using the TouchPad vertical scroll zone, slide your computer, and then select Mouse settings. For more information about TouchPad features, refer to execute functions performed by the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings...
... and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers, right-click the device representing your finger up or down using the TouchPad vertical scroll zone, slide your computer, and then select Mouse settings. For more information about TouchPad features, refer to execute functions performed by the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in use. Component Description (1) External monitor port (labeled on and off during routine operation. (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional video or audio device...
...: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in use. Component Description (1) External monitor port (labeled on and off during routine operation. (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional video or audio device...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to expand the list and show all wireless devices. Use the procedures in Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not properly installed. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to improve...
...: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to expand the list and show all wireless devices. Use the procedures in Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not properly installed. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to improve...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives Try to install. 7. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. To do so, restart your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your...
... a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives Try to install. 7. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. To do so, restart your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To disconnect a powered drive...
... types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To disconnect a powered drive...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to the Disk Defragmenter software Help. For additional information, refer to improve the security of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may be prompted for your hard drive at any time. Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Disk...
... Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to the Disk Defragmenter software Help. For additional information, refer to improve the security of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may be prompted for your hard drive at any time. Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Disk...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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If you , loosen the hard drive cover screws. 8. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. Lift the hard drive cover away from the AC outlet. 5. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. Then shut down the computer and close the display. 3. Unplug the power cord from the...
If you , loosen the hard drive cover screws. 8. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. Lift the hard drive cover away from the AC outlet. 5. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. Then shut down the computer and close the display. 3. Unplug the power cord from the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...Setting passwords in Setup Utility, you must enter the password at a Windows prompt. Passwords can also use the same password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set in Setup Utility Password Administrator password* Function ● Protects access to Setup Utility. ● Once set . Use the following tips for more than one Setup Utility feature. Several types of passwords can use your information. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start...
...Setting passwords in Setup Utility, you must enter the password at a Windows prompt. Passwords can also use the same password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set in Setup Utility Password Administrator password* Function ● Protects access to Setup Utility. ● Once set . Use the following tips for more than one Setup Utility feature. Several types of passwords can use your information. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Primary Hard Disk Self Test. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. System Configuration menu Select Language Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Action Key Mode Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on . Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable...
... Primary Hard Disk Self Test. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. System Configuration menu Select Language Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Action Key Mode Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on . Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2. Access the updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. B Software updates Updated...
... utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2. Access the updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. B Software updates Updated...
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..., open the folder on battery power or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the BIOS has successfully updated. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your selection to download your computer. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. The system automatically shuts down the computer or initiate Sleep...
..., open the folder on battery power or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the BIOS has successfully updated. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your selection to download your computer. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. The system automatically shuts down the computer or initiate Sleep...
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... option for software and driver downloads, enter your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to step 6. 3. or - Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open...
... option for software and driver downloads, enter your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to step 6. 3. or - Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... boot options 101 112 Index boot order 101 button sound 101 buttons power 4 TouchPad 2 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 96 USB 84 calibrating battery 57 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 101 CD burning 72 copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 CD drive 78 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 98 charging batteries 55, 57 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware 11 bottom 8 display...
... boot options 101 112 Index boot order 101 button sound 101 buttons power 4 TouchPad 2 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 96 USB 84 calibrating battery 57 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 101 CD burning 72 copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 CD drive 78 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 98 charging batteries 55, 57 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware 11 bottom 8 display...
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... WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 56 critical updates, software 96 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 76 Windows drivers 77 Diagnostics menu 101 digital card defined 86 inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media Slot, identifying 7 Disk Cleanup software 79 Disk Defragmenter software 79 disk drive 78 disk performance 79 displaying system information 99 drive media 46 drives boot order 101 caring for 64 DVD burning 72 changing region setting...
... WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 56 critical updates, software 96 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 76 Windows drivers 77 Diagnostics menu 101 digital card defined 86 inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media Slot, identifying 7 Disk Cleanup software 79 Disk Defragmenter software 79 disk drive 78 disk performance 79 displaying system information 99 drive media 46 drives boot order 101 caring for 64 DVD burning 72 changing region setting...
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... 74 drive and device driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system 63 USB cable, connecting 84 USB devices connecting 84 description 84 removing 85 USB hubs 84 USB port, identifying 6, 7 USB ports, identifying 84 using Setup Utility 98 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 7, 8 video, using 41 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down action key 36 volume mute action key 36 volume up action key 36 volume, adjusting...
... 74 drive and device driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system 63 USB cable, connecting 84 USB devices connecting 84 description 84 removing 85 USB hubs 84 USB port, identifying 6, 7 USB ports, identifying 84 using Setup Utility 98 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 7, 8 video, using 41 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down action key 36 volume mute action key 36 volume up action key 36 volume, adjusting...