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... (p/n) (4) Model description (5) Warranty period Description This is unique to each product. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
... (p/n) (4) Model description (5) Warranty period Description This is unique to each product. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
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... (5) Warranty period Description This is the product name affixed to the front of the warranty period for the computer. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Maintenance and Service Guide 4-5 This is an alphanumeric identifier that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer...
... (5) Warranty period Description This is the product name affixed to the front of the warranty period for the computer. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Maintenance and Service Guide 4-5 This is an alphanumeric identifier that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer...
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...: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. If possible, check for Startup Menu"... recovery" message is displayed at the bottom of the window. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from a backup. ✎ If your computer includes a solid-state drive ...
...: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. If possible, check for Startup Menu"... recovery" message is displayed at the bottom of the window. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from a backup. ✎ If your computer includes a solid-state drive ...
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... most recent backup (stored on discs or on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. All files you have created and any keyboard key. 4. To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow the on... hard drive. When reformatting is easily accessible. If possible, back up ) your computer, you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. 7. When prompted, press any software installed on -screen instructions.
... most recent backup (stored on discs or on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. All files you have created and any keyboard key. 4. To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow the on... hard drive. When reformatting is easily accessible. If possible, back up ) your computer, you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. 7. When prompted, press any software installed on -screen instructions.
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... recovery partition, select Start > Computer. Select Repair your computer. 5. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have a recovery partition. Personal files must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating ...the Windows tools, perform a search for Startup Menu" message is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from a backup. ✎ If your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you must be reinstalled. Maintenance...
... recovery partition, select Start > Computer. Select Repair your computer. 5. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have a recovery partition. Personal files must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating ...the Windows tools, perform a search for Startup Menu" message is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from a backup. ✎ If your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you must be reinstalled. Maintenance...
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... support. Make sure that your country or region, and follow these steps: ✎ This process takes several minutes. 1. For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your most recent backup (stored on discs or on the computer are unable to boot (start up all personal files. 2. If possible... drive. When prompted, press any software installed on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
... support. Make sure that your country or region, and follow these steps: ✎ This process takes several minutes. 1. For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your most recent backup (stored on discs or on the computer are unable to boot (start up all personal files. 2. If possible... drive. When prompted, press any software installed on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
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...up all personal files. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ For additional information on the computer. 5. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions to... install the drivers and programs. 8-10 Maintenance and Service Guide Follow the on -screen instructions to install the operating...
...up all personal files. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ For additional information on the computer. 5. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions to... install the drivers and programs. 8-10 Maintenance and Service Guide Follow the on -screen instructions to install the operating...
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... an external display 65 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ...65 A device driver must be reinstalled 66 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 66 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 66 Webcam (select models only) ...68 Adjusting webcam properties 68 Capturing business card images 69 5 Power management Setting power...
... an external display 65 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ...65 A device driver must be reinstalled 66 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 66 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 66 Webcam (select models only) ...68 Adjusting webcam properties 68 Capturing business card images 69 5 Power management Setting power...
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Determining the BIOS version 141 Downloading a BIOS update 141 Updating programs and drivers ...143 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...145 Performing a recovery ...146 Using the Windows recovery tools 146 Using f11 recovery ... and printing Using Client Management Solutions 162 Configuring and deploying a software image 162 Managing and updating software 163 HP Client Manager for Altiris (select models only 163 HP CCM (Client Configuration Manager) (select models only 165 HP SSM (System Software Manager 166 Using the HP Universal Print Driver 167 Index ...168 x
Determining the BIOS version 141 Downloading a BIOS update 141 Updating programs and drivers ...143 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...145 Performing a recovery ...146 Using the Windows recovery tools 146 Using f11 recovery ... and printing Using Client Management Solutions 162 Configuring and deploying a software image 162 Managing and updating software 163 HP Client Manager for Altiris (select models only 163 HP CCM (Client Configuration Manager) (select models only 165 HP SSM (System Software Manager 166 Using the HP Universal Print Driver 167 Index ...168 x
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... to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is an alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. This number describes the duration (in appearance by region and country. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware...
... to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is an alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. This number describes the duration (in appearance by region and country. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware...
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...only). Identifying wireless and network icons Icon Name Description Wireless (connected) Identifies the location of the wireless devices are off . HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Using the wireless controls You can be controlled through Wireless ...information on wireless technology, refer to the network. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your network drivers are installed but no network devices are connected to the information and Web site links provided in your network...
...only). Identifying wireless and network icons Icon Name Description Wireless (connected) Identifies the location of the wireless devices are off . HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Using the wireless controls You can be controlled through Wireless ...information on wireless technology, refer to the network. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your network drivers are installed but no network devices are connected to the information and Web site links provided in your network...
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If wireless networking is properly installed on your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. You may be sure that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in the feature list on ... links provided 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 the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID ...
If wireless networking is properly installed on your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. You may be sure that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in the feature list on ... links provided 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 the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID ...
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... taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. You must be displayed. Some networks change the corresponding code in the notification area, follow the on a regular basis to a ...network security codes are unavailable If you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. From the list of the preferred networks. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1.
... taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. You must be displayed. Some networks change the corresponding code in the notification area, follow the on a regular basis to a ...network security codes are unavailable If you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. From the list of the preferred networks. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1.
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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 the computer.) ● Be sure to install any sound event, such as external speakers,...FM radio signals ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Audio 53 Click Sound. 4. To check the ...
... 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 the computer.) ● Be sure to install any sound event, such as external speakers,...FM radio signals ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Audio 53 Click Sound. 4. To check the ...
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... drives may not be supported by your computer. However, double-layer discs burned with this drive may not be compatible with many single-layer DVD drivers and players. †LightScribe discs must be supported by your computer. If your computer. Identifying the optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. Some optical drives...
... drives may not be supported by your computer. However, double-layer discs burned with this drive may not be compatible with many single-layer DVD drivers and players. †LightScribe discs must be supported by your computer. If your computer. Identifying the optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. Some optical drives...
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... If you remove it stops. 3. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver. ● Uninstall the device. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive...case. Optical drive (select models only) 63 The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an attached device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Device Manager. The optical disc tray does not open ...
... If you remove it stops. 3. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver. ● Uninstall the device. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive...case. Optical drive (select models only) 63 The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an attached device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Device Manager. The optical disc tray does not open ...
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..., as printers and scanners. Confirm that the disc is displayed, click No. After you lower system color properties to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for scratches. To return to playing the disc, click the Play button in your multimedia program to continue. Click Save. A CD, DVD,... or BD should not notice any required default drivers. ● Click Properties to see a warning message asking if you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth....
..., as printers and scanners. Confirm that the disc is displayed, click No. After you lower system color properties to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for scratches. To return to playing the disc, click the Play button in your multimedia program to continue. Click Save. A CD, DVD,... or BD should not notice any required default drivers. ● Click Properties to see a warning message asking if you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth....
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... a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Personalize > Display Settings. 2. See your user guides for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not already selected. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. A movie...
... a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Personalize > Display Settings. 2. See your user guides for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not already selected. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. A movie...
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...2. Click Start and type device manager in the product box. 3. If prompted by using the procedures in the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to the type of the following section. To use the... open files, and then continue with the restart. 7. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your device. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to uninstall and reinstall (for hardware changes icon...
...2. Click Start and type device manager in the product box. 3. If prompted by using the procedures in the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to the type of the following section. To use the... open files, and then continue with the restart. 7. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your device. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to uninstall and reinstall (for hardware changes icon...
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...; DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW/CD-RW Combo Drive Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing...
...; DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW/CD-RW Combo Drive Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing...