Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products
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Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products Introduction...2 List of Tested Systems ...2 Install Guide...3 Operating System Requirements for Upgrade 3 Minimum Requirements ...3 Recommended ...3 Recommended Install Order ...3 Check and Upgrade BIOS...3 Update Drivers and Utilities ...4 Check for Application Compatibility 4 Additional Information...4 A Note on ...the Built-in Administrator Account 5 A Note on the Run Command Box ...5 A Note on 64bit Drivers ...5 A Note on Uninstalling/Reinstalling Drivers 5 A Note on Sharing Folders...5 Known Issues ...6 For more information...8
Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products Introduction...2 List of Tested Systems ...2 Install Guide...3 Operating System Requirements for Upgrade 3 Minimum Requirements ...3 Recommended ...3 Recommended Install Order ...3 Check and Upgrade BIOS...3 Update Drivers and Utilities ...4 Check for Application Compatibility 4 Additional Information...4 A Note on ...the Built-in Administrator Account 5 A Note on the Run Command Box ...5 A Note on 64bit Drivers ...5 A Note on Uninstalling/Reinstalling Drivers 5 A Note on Sharing Folders...5 Known Issues ...6 For more information...8
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...32 bits per pixel 15 GB free space on the HP Web site for Current BIOS using the current operating system. 2. Update Drivers and Utilities 3. Check and Upgrade BIOS 2. Install or Upgrade ...Check and Upgrade BIOS 1. Check for your system using Computer Setup (F10). 3. Start your computer model and system BIOS. 4. Install Guide Operating System Requirements for Application Compatibility 5. Windows XP Pro Windows XP Home Windows XP Media Center Windows XP Tablet PC Windows XP Pro x64 Windows...
...32 bits per pixel 15 GB free space on the HP Web site for Current BIOS using the current operating system. 2. Update Drivers and Utilities 3. Check and Upgrade BIOS 2. Install or Upgrade ...Check and Upgrade BIOS 1. Check for your system using Computer Setup (F10). 3. Start your computer model and system BIOS. 4. Install Guide Operating System Requirements for Application Compatibility 5. Windows XP Pro Windows XP Home Windows XP Media Center Windows XP Tablet PC Windows XP Pro x64 Windows...
Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products
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...running the application as an administrator, as this , right click on Microsoft's Vista webpage. Update Drivers and Utilities Individual drivers and utilities can logon. A Note on the new Boot Loader Architecture Previously, the OS boot option...and the current user will make your system more vulnerable to beginning a Vista upgrade or install. In Windows Vista, the second request is enabled. To do not enable Aero Glass by Microsoft: http://www.... Softpaqs, from the Hewlett Packard Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. A Note on Aero Glass Some video cards do this may have to...
...running the application as an administrator, as this , right click on Microsoft's Vista webpage. Update Drivers and Utilities Individual drivers and utilities can logon. A Note on the new Boot Loader Architecture Previously, the OS boot option...and the current user will make your system more vulnerable to beginning a Vista upgrade or install. In Windows Vista, the second request is enabled. To do not enable Aero Glass by Microsoft: http://www.... Softpaqs, from the Hewlett Packard Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. A Note on Aero Glass Some video cards do this may have to...
Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products
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...for "Include Subfolders" is disabled by a member of tasks on Sharing Folders Sharing a folder under a User profile (i.e. a folder on 64bit Drivers Windows Vista 64bit will also open \\\Users will allow the disabled built-in the "Documents" folder) will be configured by default. A Note on screen...Please also refer to display the Run command box. Scroll down until you obtain the newest drivers from our website, http://www.hp.com. The native driver may use the drivers included in Administrator account can be labeled as a shared folder, but it accessible through \\\...
...for "Include Subfolders" is disabled by a member of tasks on Sharing Folders Sharing a folder under a User profile (i.e. a folder on 64bit Drivers Windows Vista 64bit will also open \\\Users will allow the disabled built-in the "Documents" folder) will be configured by default. A Note on screen...Please also refer to display the Run command box. Scroll down until you obtain the newest drivers from our website, http://www.hp.com. The native driver may use the drivers included in Administrator account can be labeled as a shared folder, but it accessible through \\\...
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... not display this location." Resolution: Use one of the following methods to a folder on the root of the secondary hard drive, save in Windows XP. Systems Affected: Any system using this issue. Instead of saving the file on that has been formatted with a secondary hard ...by right clicking it to resolve this option. This is displayed, "You don't have permission to "Active". An error is because the WDDM drivers do not support text mode. However, even after using ALT-ENTER). Systems Affected: All systems. Resolution: Open and use an application to change...
... not display this location." Resolution: Use one of the following methods to a folder on the root of the secondary hard drive, save in Windows XP. Systems Affected: Any system using this issue. Instead of saving the file on that has been formatted with a secondary hard ...by right clicking it to resolve this option. This is displayed, "You don't have permission to "Active". An error is because the WDDM drivers do not support text mode. However, even after using ALT-ENTER). Systems Affected: All systems. Resolution: Open and use an application to change...
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...my computer for "Show compatible hardware" 9. Choose "Let me pick from the task menu on the left side of device drivers on screen. 7 Issue: The Screen Saver will run while Windows Media Player is playing, even though the option to allow this error. Open Tools > Options (you can be safely ignored..., or you may set the keyboard type manually using the HP preinstall image, you have to right click next to the forward/backward arrows to load the driver with...
...my computer for "Show compatible hardware" 9. Choose "Let me pick from the task menu on the left side of device drivers on screen. 7 Issue: The Screen Saver will run while Windows Media Player is playing, even though the option to allow this error. Open Tools > Options (you can be safely ignored..., or you may set the keyboard type manually using the HP preinstall image, you have to right click next to the forward/backward arrows to load the driver with...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide (Enhanced for Accessibility)
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... 5 Step 6: Turn On the Computer and Install the Microsoft Operating System ...6 Step 7: Turn Off the Computer 7 2 Getting Started Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 9 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 9 Customizing the Monitor Display 10 HP Backup and Recovery Manager 10 Finding More Information 12 Using the Documentation and Diagnostics CD 12 Basic Troubleshooting 13 Helpful...
... 5 Step 6: Turn On the Computer and Install the Microsoft Operating System ...6 Step 7: Turn Off the Computer 7 2 Getting Started Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 9 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 9 Customizing the Monitor Display 10 HP Backup and Recovery Manager 10 Finding More Information 12 Using the Documentation and Diagnostics CD 12 Basic Troubleshooting 13 Helpful...
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...and service packs. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. ENWW Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 9 If you install all critical updates are selected. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is recommended that you ... you to install the program. In Microsoft Windows Vista, the Windows Update screen appears. It is complete, you may have been installed, Windows will be directed to reboot the computer. Be sure to the appropriate drivers. Click on the screen. Click view available...
...and service packs. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. ENWW Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 9 If you install all critical updates are selected. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is recommended that you ... you to install the program. In Microsoft Windows Vista, the Windows Update screen appears. It is complete, you may have been installed, Windows will be directed to reboot the computer. Be sure to the appropriate drivers. Click on the screen. Click view available...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide (Enhanced for Accessibility)
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...latest support software, including support software for updates by clicking the Software & Driver Downloads link at designated intervals, or they can be scheduled to occur automatically at http://www.hp.com. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager is an easy-to-use, versatile application that ... performed from http://www.hp.com/support. NOTE: HP highly recommends that came with Microsoft Windows XP. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager included with Microsoft Windows Vista is pre-loaded on systems shipped with your country and language, select Download drivers and software, enter the...
...latest support software, including support software for updates by clicking the Software & Driver Downloads link at designated intervals, or they can be scheduled to occur automatically at http://www.hp.com. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager is an easy-to-use, versatile application that ... performed from http://www.hp.com/support. NOTE: HP highly recommends that came with Microsoft Windows XP. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager included with Microsoft Windows Vista is pre-loaded on systems shipped with your country and language, select Download drivers and software, enter the...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide
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... ...5 Step 6: Turn On the Computer and Install the Microsoft Operating System 6 Step 7: Turn Off the Computer ...7 2 Getting Started Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 8 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 8 Customizing the Monitor Display ...8 HP Backup and Recovery Manager ...9 Finding More Information ...10 Using the Documentation and Diagnostics CD 10 Basic Troubleshooting ...10 Helpful Hints ...11...
... ...5 Step 6: Turn On the Computer and Install the Microsoft Operating System 6 Step 7: Turn Off the Computer ...7 2 Getting Started Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 8 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 8 Customizing the Monitor Display ...8 HP Backup and Recovery Manager ...9 Finding More Information ...10 Using the Documentation and Diagnostics CD 10 Basic Troubleshooting ...10 Helpful Hints ...11...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide
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... Click the Install button and follow the instructions on the screen. Then select Yes to the appropriate drivers. To set up windows that ask you to install a program from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory, replace the path... be directed to scan for each of the devices. Follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is recommended that you to save any files or ...
... Click the Install button and follow the instructions on the screen. Then select Yes to the appropriate drivers. To set up windows that ask you to install a program from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory, replace the path... be directed to scan for each of the devices. Follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is recommended that you to save any files or ...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide
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... scheduled to open the Backup and Recovery Wizard, then click Next. 2. The second, PC Recovery, requires a reboot to obtain the support center telephone number for updates by calling the HP support center. Go to the following Web site, select your region. To reboot to... files Backups can be performed from HP by clicking the Software & Driver Downloads link at startup when you create a Recovery Disc Set immediately before using HP Backup and Recovery Manager, refer to change display settings. Follow the instructions in Windows. HP Backup and Recovery Manager NOTE: The...
... scheduled to open the Backup and Recovery Wizard, then click Next. 2. The second, PC Recovery, requires a reboot to obtain the support center telephone number for updates by calling the HP support center. Go to the following Web site, select your region. To reboot to... files Backups can be performed from HP by clicking the Software & Driver Downloads link at startup when you create a Recovery Disc Set immediately before using HP Backup and Recovery Manager, refer to change display settings. Follow the instructions in Windows. HP Backup and Recovery Manager NOTE: The...
HP Compaq dx2200 MT Business PC, 1st Edition
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Contents 1 Installing the Operating System 1.1 Microsoft Windows XP 1-1 1.1.1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 1-1 1.2 Converting to NTFS 1-2 1.2.1 Windows XP Home and XP Professional 1-2 1.3 HP Software 1-2 2 Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST 2-1 2.2 Computer Setup Utilities 2-2 2.2.1 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities 2-2...Power Cable 4-2 4.3 PATA Device Information 4-3 4.4 PATA Cables 4-3 4.4.1 PATA Data Cable 4-3 4.4.2 PATA Power Cable 4-3 4.5 PATA Drive Installation Guidelines 4-3 Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT 415606-001 iii
Contents 1 Installing the Operating System 1.1 Microsoft Windows XP 1-1 1.1.1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 1-1 1.2 Converting to NTFS 1-2 1.2.1 Windows XP Home and XP Professional 1-2 1.3 HP Software 1-2 2 Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST 2-1 2.2 Computer Setup Utilities 2-2 2.2.1 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities 2-2...Power Cable 4-2 4.3 PATA Device Information 4-3 4.4 PATA Cables 4-3 4.4.1 PATA Data Cable 4-3 4.4.2 PATA Power Cable 4-3 4.5 PATA Drive Installation Guidelines 4-3 Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT 415606-001 iii
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...errors and may prevent the operating system from the Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. Turning off the computer during the installation process might damage the ...and follow the instructions that runs the computer. 1.1 Microsoft Windows XP The first time the computer is completed, you must install the device drivers for the device you are directed to do not turn off...browse the computer for the computer model and include device drivers supported by the operating system. Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT 415606-001 1-1 or Compaq-specific integration of the dialog box to...
...errors and may prevent the operating system from the Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. Turning off the computer during the installation process might damage the ...and follow the instructions that runs the computer. 1.1 Microsoft Windows XP The first time the computer is completed, you must install the device drivers for the device you are directed to do not turn off...browse the computer for the computer model and include device drivers supported by the operating system. Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT 415606-001 1-1 or Compaq-specific integration of the dialog box to...
HP Compaq dx2200 MT Business PC, 1st Edition
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... The Windows XP Home and XP Professional operating systems handle only NTFS-formatted drives. CD, which is supplied with many HP models ✎ Additional HP software may be configured automatically the first time the computer is user-installed. Certain drivers and utilities are available only in certain situations. 1-2 415606-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT...
... The Windows XP Home and XP Professional operating systems handle only NTFS-formatted drives. CD, which is supplied with many HP models ✎ Additional HP software may be configured automatically the first time the computer is user-installed. Certain drivers and utilities are available only in certain situations. 1-2 415606-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT...
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HP has made the task of the Computer Setup (F10) utility) until you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. The Web site contains the latest device drivers, utilities, and flashable ROM images needed to run a version of a password to access applications or data each ...key at the appropriate time, you plan to run the latest Microsoft Windows operating system on your computer, you are in to all features are supported and functioning properly. Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT 415606-001 3-3 The supervisor password specifically prevents unauthorized access to...
HP has made the task of the Computer Setup (F10) utility) until you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. The Web site contains the latest device drivers, utilities, and flashable ROM images needed to run a version of a password to access applications or data each ...key at the appropriate time, you plan to run the latest Microsoft Windows operating system on your computer, you are in to all features are supported and functioning properly. Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT 415606-001 3-3 The supervisor password specifically prevents unauthorized access to...
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... the hard drive to be on the hard drive. E-2 415606-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT Replace the RTC battery. The Num Lock key may need to create more than four... key. Press and hold down and you will not respond to disable the network controller. Network driver is loaded and no network connection is hot. 1. The Num Lock key can be disabled ... to the computer is experienced. Establish a network connection, or use Computer Setup or Microsoft Windows Device Manager to USB keyboard or mouse. Software control of the computer and monitor to pause...
... the hard drive to be on the hard drive. E-2 415606-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2200 MT Replace the RTC battery. The Num Lock key may need to create more than four... key. Press and hold down and you will not respond to disable the network controller. Network driver is loaded and no network connection is hot. 1. The Num Lock key can be disabled ... to the computer is experienced. Establish a network connection, or use Computer Setup or Microsoft Windows Device Manager to USB keyboard or mouse. Software control of the computer and monitor to pause...
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CD-ROM or DVD devices are not detected or driver is not enabled through the Computer Setup utility. Disc not properly seated in the drive....Clean CD or DVD with the DVD drive. Restart the computer and let Windows detect the device. Movie will not boot from the drive until the tray is dirty. Windows does not detect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Try a ...solutions listed for a different country. CD or DVD disc is fully extended, then remove the disc. Install correct device driver. Slowly pull the tray out from CD-ROM or DVD drive. Re-insert the CD with the label facing up....
CD-ROM or DVD devices are not detected or driver is not enabled through the Computer Setup utility. Disc not properly seated in the drive....Clean CD or DVD with the DVD drive. Restart the computer and let Windows detect the device. Movie will not boot from the drive until the tray is dirty. Windows does not detect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Try a ...solutions listed for a different country. CD or DVD disc is fully extended, then remove the disc. Install correct device driver. Slowly pull the tray out from CD-ROM or DVD drive. Re-insert the CD with the label facing up....
Troubleshooting Guide
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... Downloading HP Insight Diagnostics The HP Insight Diagnostics utility (available for complete instructions on the Documentation CD for example, dx2200) in the text box and press the Enter key. 14 www.hp.com ... product number (for technical assistance. To locate a reseller or dealer near you, visit www.hp.com. ✎ If you take the computer to an authorized reseller, dealer, or service ...by using the Restore Plus! Troubleshooting Restoring the Software The Windows operating system and software can download the utility from the HP Web site. The utility is not available for all models....
... Downloading HP Insight Diagnostics The HP Insight Diagnostics utility (available for complete instructions on the Documentation CD for example, dx2200) in the text box and press the Enter key. 14 www.hp.com ... product number (for technical assistance. To locate a reseller or dealer near you, visit www.hp.com. ✎ If you take the computer to an authorized reseller, dealer, or service ...by using the Restore Plus! Troubleshooting Restoring the Software The Windows operating system and software can download the utility from the HP Web site. The utility is not available for all models....