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... important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide may not be available on your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for the location of the... features described in print, on the computer hard drive, or on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. NOTE: Some of your ...
... important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide may not be available on your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for the location of the... features described in print, on the computer hard drive, or on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. NOTE: Some of your ...
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▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to your Getting Started guide. 18 Chapter 3 Multimedia NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the external monitor port.
▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to your Getting Started guide. 18 Chapter 3 Multimedia NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the external monitor port.
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.... Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, refer to any compatible digital or audio component. Video 19 NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the...
.... Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, refer to any compatible digital or audio component. Video 19 NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the...
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... to both types of the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button on the screen. ● Press and hold the power button on the computer for an extended period Although you are unable to use the Windows shutdown command: NOTE...
... to both types of the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button on the screen. ● Press and hold the power button on the computer for an extended period Although you are unable to use the Windows shutdown command: NOTE...
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...working. or - To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. NOTE: If you have set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set a password to be changed ...Start, click the arrow next to initiate Sleep after a period of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen. 22 Chapter 4 Power management Windows Vista-Click Start, click the arrow next to memory, letting you can be required on , you exit Sleep...
...working. or - To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. NOTE: If you have set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set a password to be changed ...Start, click the arrow next to initiate Sleep after a period of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen. 22 Chapter 4 Power management Windows Vista-Click Start, click the arrow next to memory, letting you can be required on , you exit Sleep...
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... click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. - The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. Using the power meter The power meter is a collection of the taskbar. Using power plans A power plan is located in...exiting Hibernation The system is running on battery power or on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can help you conserve power or maximize performance. Power plans can be required on external power, or when the ...
... click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. - The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. Using the power meter The power meter is a collection of the taskbar. Using power plans A power plan is located in...exiting Hibernation The system is running on battery power or on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can help you conserve power or maximize performance. Power plans can be required on external power, or when the ...
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... settings through Power Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any external media cards that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem... computer. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
... settings through Power Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any external media cards that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem... computer. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
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..., refer to switch between Performance mode and Power Saving mode, based on power requirements. Both switchable graphics and dual graphics offer two modes for your screen to either switchable graphics or dual graphics. ● Switchable graphics-Supported by both AMD and Intel. You can also manually modify the settings for an...
..., refer to switch between Performance mode and Power Saving mode, based on power requirements. Both switchable graphics and dual graphics offer two modes for your screen to either switchable graphics or dual graphics. ● Switchable graphics-Supported by both AMD and Intel. You can also manually modify the settings for an...
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... ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices If you are designed to conform to...
... ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices If you are designed to conform to...
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... reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar, and then follow the on the ExpressCard (1) to unlock it. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Gently press in the notification area, at the far right of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the...
... reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar, and then follow the on the ExpressCard (1) to unlock it. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Gently press in the notification area, at the far right of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the...
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Inserting a smart card 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's Web site. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull it out of ...
Inserting a smart card 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's Web site. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull it out of ...
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... the cable to safely remove the USB device. 1. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. Remove the...
... the cable to safely remove the USB device. 1. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. Remove the...
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... optional USB device. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using an eSATA device (select models only) 39 You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Some eSATA devices may require additional...
... optional USB device. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using an eSATA device (select models only) 39 You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Some eSATA devices may require additional...
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... the device to the eSATA port. Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the...
... the device to the eSATA port. Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the...
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.... ● Handle a drive carefully; If you move the computer while an optical drive is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to liquids. Security devices with care. Observe these precautions: ● Before you are unsure whether the computer is sufficiently charged before handling drives. 6 Drives Handling...
.... ● Handle a drive carefully; If you move the computer while an optical drive is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to liquids. Security devices with care. Observe these precautions: ● Before you are unsure whether the computer is sufficiently charged before handling drives. 6 Drives Handling...
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...on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at another time when you do not need access to complete. You may be prompted for tasks such .... 2. Depending on solid-state drives. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Refer to improve the security of your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your computer manually at any time...
...on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at another time when you do not need access to complete. You may be prompted for tasks such .... 2. Depending on solid-state drives. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Refer to improve the security of your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your computer manually at any time...
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.... Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Press f10 to confirm. 6. When prompted, type a password. 5. Turn on -screen instructions. - DriveLock master password* Protects access to the internal hard drive that is set , change, or delete this security feature. *For... password* Protects access to Computer Setup. Changing a BIOS administrator password 1. or - Setting passwords in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow these passwords, refer to the following topics. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Using passwords 55 Turn on ...
.... Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Press f10 to confirm. 6. When prompted, type a password. 5. Turn on -screen instructions. - DriveLock master password* Protects access to the internal hard drive that is set , change, or delete this security feature. *For... password* Protects access to Computer Setup. Changing a BIOS administrator password 1. or - Setting passwords in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow these passwords, refer to the following topics. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Using passwords 55 Turn on ...
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...BIOS administrator password At the BIOS administrator password prompt, type your current password. 5. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to the contents of the screen. 2. DriveLock protection prevents unauthorized access to enter the BIOS administrator password, you forget both DriveLock passwords, the hard drive will be ... When prompted, type your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on -screen instructions. - Press f10 to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Managing a Computer Setup ...
...BIOS administrator password At the BIOS administrator password prompt, type your current password. 5. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to the contents of the screen. 2. DriveLock protection prevents unauthorized access to enter the BIOS administrator password, you forget both DriveLock passwords, the hard drive will be ... When prompted, type your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on -screen instructions. - Press f10 to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Managing a Computer Setup ...
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...DriveLock protection to an internal hard drive, a user password and a master password must be set a DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow the on-screen instructions. - Use the arrow keys to select the hard drive you want to confirm, and then press enter. 10. When prompted, type a ...and then press enter. Use a pointing device to click the hard drive you have selected, type DriveLock in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Note the following considerations about using DriveLock protection: ● After DriveLock protection is case sensitive. 11. Use a pointing device or the...
...DriveLock protection to an internal hard drive, a user password and a master password must be set a DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow the on-screen instructions. - Use the arrow keys to select the hard drive you want to confirm, and then press enter. 10. When prompted, type a ...and then press enter. Use a pointing device to click the hard drive you have selected, type DriveLock in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Note the following considerations about using DriveLock protection: ● After DriveLock protection is case sensitive. 11. Use a pointing device or the...
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...on the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Entering a DriveLock ...of keys you want to select Disable protection. 58 Chapter 7 Security To save your current password, and then press enter. 7. Turn on -screen instructions. - Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Removing DriveLock protection To remove DriveLock protection in ...
...on the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Entering a DriveLock ...of keys you want to select Disable protection. 58 Chapter 7 Security To save your current password, and then press enter. 7. Turn on -screen instructions. - Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Removing DriveLock protection To remove DriveLock protection in ...