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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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... is on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or ...more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless ...
... is on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or ...more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless ...
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... the arrow next to Network adapters to improve the security of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is properly...tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that...
... the arrow next to Network adapters to improve the security of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is properly...tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that...
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... using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Open your computer model number in the notification area after you are prompted for a network key or a name... WLAN device. ● For a private network, such as a network in their routers or access points on a regular basis to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the latest software. To get the latest version of the preferred...
... using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Open your computer model number in the notification area after you are prompted for a network key or a name... WLAN device. ● For a private network, such as a network in their routers or access points on a regular basis to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the latest software. To get the latest version of the preferred...
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...the volume before putting on the computer. ● Be sure that use a variety of the computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the information provided with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals. ...● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Save the file to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to use...
...the volume before putting on the computer. ● Be sure that use a variety of the computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the information provided with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals. ...● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Save the file to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to use...
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... disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is not fully... 1. Insert the end of the drive. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of a CD, DVD, or BD 1.
... disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is not fully... 1. Insert the end of the drive. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of a CD, DVD, or BD 1.
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...; Be sure that the disc is also available from the optical drive. 2. Repeat for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use CyberLink PowerDVD to make the external display... primary: a. A DVD movie is not visible on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. If both the computer display and an external display are using both displays, ...
...; Be sure that the disc is also available from the optical drive. 2. Repeat for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use CyberLink PowerDVD to make the external display... primary: a. A DVD movie is not visible on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. If both the computer display and an external display are using both displays, ...
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... do this, click Download only to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. Try to your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search...the file was stored, and then double-click the file to download the driver and install it later. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your device. NOTE: In some locations ...
... do this, click Download only to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. Try to your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search...the file was stored, and then double-click the file to download the driver and install it later. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your device. NOTE: In some locations ...
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Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Click Check for updates. 3.
Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Click Check for updates. 3.
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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. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
...-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. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
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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. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device...
... 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. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device...
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... update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your operating system. 5. or - Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq..., enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers 105 Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. After the ...
... update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your operating system. 5. or - Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq..., enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers 105 Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. After the ...
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... (SSD), you to reverse undesirable changes to your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by restoring the computer to start up (boot... should continue to maintain a reasonably current backup. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). C Backup and recovery Recovery after software...
... (SSD), you to reverse undesirable changes to your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by restoring the computer to start up (boot... should continue to maintain a reasonably current backup. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). C Backup and recovery Recovery after software...
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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...