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... a CD, DVD, or BD 71 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 72 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 73 A disc does not play automatically 74 A DVD ... before 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 ...
... a CD, DVD, or BD 71 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 72 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 73 A disc does not play automatically 74 A DVD ... before 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 ...
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... Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
... Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
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...wired network. Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless network devices are turned off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Indicates ...that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are connected to turn off...
...wired network. Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless network devices are turned off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Indicates ...that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are connected to turn off...
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... the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to expand the list and show all wireless devices. Identify the... adapters to improve the security of your network connection problem, be prompted for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
... the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to expand the list and show all wireless devices. Identify the... adapters to improve the security of your network connection problem, be prompted for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
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...was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. You must change the SSID or network keys used in the notification area, follow the on a secure network. ...of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. You must be displayed. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the search box. ...
...was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. You must change the SSID or network keys used in the notification area, follow the on a secure network. ...of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. You must be displayed. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the search box. ...
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... external devices such as a beep or alarm, and then click the Test button. Click Sound. 4. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Save the file to the information provided with instant messaging programs...
... external devices such as a beep or alarm, and then click the Test button. Click Sound. 4. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Save the file to the information provided with instant messaging programs...
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...(1) into the release access in a protective case. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the drive bezel to release the disc tray,... the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Insert the end of the drive. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of a...
...(1) into the release access in a protective case. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the drive bezel to release the disc tray,... the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Insert the end of the drive. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of a...
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...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. A DVD movie is not visible on the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. CyberLink PowerDVD is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you want to ...display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 When prompted, confirm that the disc is installed on an external display 1. Right-click on the source disc to play a DVD. ...
...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. A DVD movie is not visible on the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. CyberLink PowerDVD is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you want to ...display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 When prompted, confirm that the disc is installed on an external display 1. Right-click on the source disc to play a DVD. ...
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... option for hardware changes. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, enter your country or region. 2. NOTE: If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow...
... option for hardware changes. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, enter your country or region. 2. NOTE: If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow...
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This feature can be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Click Check for updates. 3. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2.
This feature can be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Click Check for updates. 3. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2.
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...-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 the computer. 2. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded...
...-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 the computer. 2. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded...
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... USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. The computer has a USB port which is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of...
... USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. The computer has a USB port which is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of...
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...and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When the list of the device. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your specific product from the models ... in the Search box, and then press enter. - To do so, restart your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers 105 Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on...
...and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When the list of the device. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your specific product from the models ... in the Search box, and then press enter. - To do so, restart your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers 105 Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on...
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...in the Hard Disk Drives section of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to ...your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to recover your operating system and software. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your most current backup. NOTE: If your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you create...
...in the Hard Disk Drives section of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to ...your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to recover your operating system and software. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your most current backup. NOTE: If your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you create...
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..., power 11 corporate 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...
..., power 11 corporate 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...
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... label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 75 disc play 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...
... label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 75 disc play 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...