Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and select Boot into Safe Mode and then Uninstall recently installed programs Symptom: Update Your Computer After Troubleshooting A Problem When the computer starts into Windows normally, you should install the latest updates and patches to prevent other start-up problems..../helpandsupport Run HP Support Assistant www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates Run Windows Update www.update.microsoft.com for terms in Safe mode to install an update or patch. Symptom: Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an ...
... Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and select Boot into Safe Mode and then Uninstall recently installed programs Symptom: Update Your Computer After Troubleshooting A Problem When the computer starts into Windows normally, you should install the latest updates and patches to prevent other start-up problems..../helpandsupport Run HP Support Assistant www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates Run Windows Update www.update.microsoft.com for terms in Safe mode to install an update or patch. Symptom: Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an ...
Compaq Presario CQ62 Notebook PC and HP G62 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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troubleshooting computer problems; It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts; Compaq Presario CQ62 Notebook PC and HP G62 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. and performing computer disassembly procedures.
troubleshooting computer problems; It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts; Compaq Presario CQ62 Notebook PC and HP G62 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. and performing computer disassembly procedures.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... modem Using wireless devices ...13 Identifying wireless and network status icons 14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless action key 14 Using HP Wireless Assistant 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Setting up a WLAN ...16 Protecting your WLAN ...17 Connecting to...18 Roaming to another network 18 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 19 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 19 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 20 Cannot connect to a WLAN 20 Cannot connect to a preferred network 21 Network icon is not displayed 21 v
... modem Using wireless devices ...13 Identifying wireless and network status icons 14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless action key 14 Using HP Wireless Assistant 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Setting up a WLAN ...16 Protecting your WLAN ...17 Connecting to...18 Roaming to another network 18 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 19 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 19 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 20 Cannot connect to a WLAN 20 Cannot connect to a preferred network 21 Network icon is not displayed 21 v
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... the copyright warning 72 Copying a CD, DVD, or BD 72 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 74 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 74 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 74 A disc does not play...before completion 76 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 76 A device driver must be reinstalled 76 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 77 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 78 Using external drives ...79 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk Defragmenter 80 Using ...
... the copyright warning 72 Copying a CD, DVD, or BD 72 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 74 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 74 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 74 A disc does not play...before completion 76 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 76 A device driver must be reinstalled 76 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 77 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 78 Using external drives ...79 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk Defragmenter 80 Using ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the... support. ● Service tag-Provides the computer serial number, product number, warranty information, and model number. Labels The labels affixed to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This label is affixed to have been approved for use .
...about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the... support. ● Service tag-Provides the computer serial number, product number, warranty information, and model number. Labels The labels affixed to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This label is affixed to have been approved for use .
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all adapters. 4. Refer to Help and Support for more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in the feature list on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control ... to Network adapters to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. For more information. 1. Use the procedures in this chapter to use. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11....
...package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all adapters. 4. Refer to Help and Support for more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in the feature list on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control ... to Network adapters to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. For more information. 1. Use the procedures in this chapter to use. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11....
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...separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Open your computer, follow these ... your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the WLAN device software for your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network...
...separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Open your computer, follow these ... your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the WLAN device software for your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... computer. Press f1 to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Help and Support also provides checkups for computer functionality, automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, system recovery procedures, and links to play , pause, or resume a track of an audio CD or a section of a CD, a DVD, or a BD. Most...
... computer. Press f1 to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Help and Support also provides checkups for computer functionality, automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, system recovery procedures, and links to play , pause, or resume a track of an audio CD or a section of a CD, a DVD, or a BD. Most...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...or reconnect the AC adapter. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Computer battery life varies, depending on .... NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check. Finding battery information in the computer. Keeping the battery in the computer and the computer is not plugged into...
...or reconnect the AC adapter. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Computer battery life varies, depending on .... NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check. Finding battery information in the computer. Keeping the battery in the computer and the computer is not plugged into...
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... BD 1. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of the disc. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the drive...
... BD 1. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of the disc. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the drive...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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..., or plays erratically ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 Select High Color (16 bit), if this setting is selected. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing...
..., or plays erratically ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 Select High Color (16 bit), if this setting is selected. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing...
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... 6. Click your device. When the list of the device. If prompted to use your specific product from the models listed. 4. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. To do so, restart your computer. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter ...and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Open your Internet browser, go to restart the computer, save the file to your computer after the ...
... 6. Click your device. When the list of the device. If prompted to use your specific product from the models listed. 4. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. To do so, restart your computer. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter ...and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Open your Internet browser, go to restart the computer, save the file to your computer after the ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... your computer model, product category, and series or family. Access the updates on the computer. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Refer to Help and Support for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. NOTE: The computer system ... the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. If your computer may be available on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files ...
... your computer model, product category, and series or family. Access the updates on the computer. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Refer to Help and Support for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. NOTE: The computer system ... the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. If your computer may be available on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files ...
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... TouchPad zone identifying 28 traveling with the computer modem approval label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 76 disc play 75 drive and device driver problems 74 DVD movie play 75 external display 76 HP device drivers 77 modem 26 optical disc tray 74 Windows device drivers 78 wireless connection...
... TouchPad zone identifying 28 traveling with the computer modem approval label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 76 disc play 75 drive and device driver problems 74 DVD movie play 75 external display 76 HP device drivers 77 modem 26 optical disc tray 74 Windows device drivers 78 wireless connection...