Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to maintain a reasonably current backup. To check for the presence of the window. 1 Use these discs to factory settings in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you to ...models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have a partition. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in the Hard Disk Drives section...
...have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to maintain a reasonably current backup. To check for the presence of the window. 1 Use these discs to factory settings in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you to ...models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have a partition. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in the Hard Disk Drives section...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... not already tried these discs to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from the disc provided by the...or from the recovery discs 7 Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. HP recommends that you set up your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you have a recovery partition. Use ..., recovery discs have previously backed up all personal files. 2. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you use...
... not already tried these discs to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from the disc provided by the...or from the recovery discs 7 Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. HP recommends that you set up your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you have a recovery partition. Use ..., recovery discs have previously backed up all personal files. 2. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you use...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 5 personal files 5 templates 5 backup suggestions 5 F f11 8 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 7 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 8 recovering from the recovery discs 7 recovery 7 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 7 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 7 restore points 6 S safeguarding information 1 solid-...
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 5 personal files 5 templates 5 backup suggestions 5 F f11 8 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 7 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 8 recovering from the recovery discs 7 recovery 7 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 7 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 7 restore points 6 S safeguarding information 1 solid-...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Do not shut down the...later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive. To use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is running on... To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the lower-left ...
... the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Do not shut down the...later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive. To use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is running on... To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the lower-left ...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. 4 Updating ...and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. or - Proceed to your operating system. 5. If you may be able to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than ...
... then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. 4 Updating ...and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. or - Proceed to your operating system. 5. If you may be able to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. The listing for the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to ...list. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer. In the left pane, click Device ...
...that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. The listing for the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to ...list. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer. In the left pane, click Device ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu.
NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads,... the latest software. 20 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must be displayed. Click the option for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased...
... A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads,... the latest software. 20 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must be displayed. Click the option for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased...
Drives - Windows Vista
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The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...26 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 26 Obtaining HP device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...26 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 26 Obtaining HP device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
Drives - Windows Vista
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...click Continue. 4. The computer does not detect the optical drive 21 Click Start and type device manager in the section "A device driver must be missing or corrupted. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is not listed, install (or ...reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the Start Search box. The computer does not detect the optical drive If the ...
...click Continue. 4. The computer does not detect the optical drive 21 Click Start and type device manager in the section "A device driver must be missing or corrupted. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is not listed, install (or ...reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the Start Search box. The computer does not detect the optical drive If the ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...Microsoft Update to check for updates to the Windows operating system and other drivers you may need to update your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any devices requiring drivers. Obtaining HP device drivers Follow either of driver you are once again listed. 8. Reopen ..., and then continue with the restart. 7. Windows scans your drivers using Microsoft® Update. As you want to delete the driver, but do so, restart your program again. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in the pane above...
...Microsoft Update to check for updates to the Windows operating system and other drivers you may need to update your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any devices requiring drivers. Obtaining HP device drivers Follow either of driver you are once again listed. 8. Reopen ..., and then continue with the restart. 7. Windows scans your drivers using Microsoft® Update. As you want to delete the driver, but do so, restart your program again. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in the pane above...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. A device driver must be able to your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq...
... computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. A device driver must be able to your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 C CD burning 12, 24 copying 11 playing 7 removing 13 CD drive 2, 14 copyright warning 10 D device drivers HP drivers 26 Windows drivers 26 Disk Cleanup software 15 Disk Defragmenter software 15 disk performance 15 diskette drive 14 drives caring for 1 diskette 14 external 14 hard 14, 16...11 playing 7 removing 13 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 Blu-ray ROM with DL support 4 T troubleshooting burning discs 24 device driver 26 disc play 22, 23 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 20 optical drive detection 21 Windows drivers 26
...LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 C CD burning 12, 24 copying 11 playing 7 removing 13 CD drive 2, 14 copyright warning 10 D device drivers HP drivers 26 Windows drivers 26 Disk Cleanup software 15 Disk Defragmenter software 15 disk performance 15 diskette drive 14 drives caring for 1 diskette 14 external 14 hard 14, 16...11 playing 7 removing 13 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 Blu-ray ROM with DL support 4 T troubleshooting burning discs 24 device driver 26 disc play 22, 23 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 20 optical drive detection 21 Windows drivers 26
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... duration (in which the devices have been approved for use to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. Have this information available when... (1). This number provides specific information about the computer. This is affixed to the bottom of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device...information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need this computer. 3 Labels The labels affixed...
... duration (in which the devices have been approved for use to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. Have this information available when... (1). This number provides specific information about the computer. This is affixed to the bottom of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device...information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need this computer. 3 Labels The labels affixed...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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...number. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to display information about using your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on an audio CD, a DVD, fn+f11 or a BD. Function Hotkey Increase screen brightness. ...fn+plus key To use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for computer functionality ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and ...
...number. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to display information about using your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on an audio CD, a DVD, fn+f11 or a BD. Function Hotkey Increase screen brightness. ...fn+plus key To use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for computer functionality ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... is not visible on an external display 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 26 Index ...27 iv
... is not visible on an external display 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 26 Index ...27 iv
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Connecting external audio devices 7 For additional safety information,... sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click ...
... from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Connecting external audio devices 7 For additional safety information,... sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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...Otherwise, you may be reinstalled." In the results pane, click Device Manager. If this message is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in your work and close . The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ● Save your multimedia... the program and then restart it. ● Increase system resources: ◦ Turn off the Internet before playing the disc. In the Device Manager window, click the plus (+) sign next to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for an optical drive listing. If you insert the disc ...
...Otherwise, you may be reinstalled." In the results pane, click Device Manager. If this message is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in your work and close . The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ● Save your multimedia... the program and then restart it. ● Increase system resources: ◦ Turn off the Internet before playing the disc. In the Device Manager window, click the plus (+) sign next to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for an optical drive listing. If you insert the disc ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. See your user guides for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to obtain HP device drivers. Remove any devices requiring drivers. Windows scans your system... for installed hardware and installs default drivers for your drive. In the results pane, click Device Manager. A DVD playing in the...
... delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. See your user guides for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to obtain HP device drivers. Remove any devices requiring drivers. Windows scans your system... for installed hardware and installs default drivers for your drive. In the results pane, click Device Manager. A DVD playing in the...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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...this, click Download only to save the file to get the latest updates for software and driver downloads, type your computer. To use the HP Web site: 1. or - Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, ... in the search box, and then press enter. - Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. To do so, restart your computer operating system, programs, and hardware....
...this, click Download only to save the file to get the latest updates for software and driver downloads, type your computer. To use the HP Web site: 1. or - Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, ... in the search box, and then press enter. - Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. To do so, restart your computer operating system, programs, and hardware....