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... Computer Setup screen, press esc, and then follow these steps: 1. Using Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup The information and settings in Windows 107 Press f10 to a USB port can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Computer Setup in Computer Setup are accessed from the File, Security, and System Configuration menus. NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to enter BIOS Setup.
... Computer Setup screen, press esc, and then follow these steps: 1. Using Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup The information and settings in Windows 107 Press f10 to a USB port can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Computer Setup in Computer Setup are accessed from the File, Security, and System Configuration menus. NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to enter BIOS Setup.
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...prevention. ● Enable/disable LAN power saving mode. ● Enable/disable SATA Native Mode. ● Enable/disable Dual Core CPU. ● Enable/disable HDD translation mode. 120 Chapter 5 Computer Setup System Configuration menu NOTE: Some of the menu items listed in this Change the Computer Setup language. ● Set an f9, f10, and f12 delay when starting up. ● Enable/disable CD-ROM boot. ● Enable/disable floppy boot. ● Enable/disable internal network adapter boot. ● Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets a boot order that can include most boot devices in the...
...prevention. ● Enable/disable LAN power saving mode. ● Enable/disable SATA Native Mode. ● Enable/disable Dual Core CPU. ● Enable/disable HDD translation mode. 120 Chapter 5 Computer Setup System Configuration menu NOTE: Some of the menu items listed in this Change the Computer Setup language. ● Set an f9, f10, and f12 delay when starting up. ● Enable/disable CD-ROM boot. ● Enable/disable floppy boot. ● Enable/disable internal network adapter boot. ● Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets a boot order that can include most boot devices in the...
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... to fix problems that might prevent Windows from the backup used for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from starting correctly. ● f11 recovery tools: You can use the Backup and Restore to recover information you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. Select Startup Repair. 5. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to the "Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. 132 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery...
... to fix problems that might prevent Windows from the backup used for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from starting correctly. ● f11 recovery tools: You can use the Backup and Restore to recover information you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. Select Startup Repair. 5. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to the "Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. 132 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery...
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... boot order 112, 120 built-in device ambient light sensor 114 audio device 114 bay device 114 Bluetooth device 114 fingerprint reader 114 integrated camera 114 internal speakers 114 microphone 114 modem 114 Network Interface Controller (LAN) 114 options 114 power monitor circuit 114 Wake on LAN 114 wireless button 114 WLAN device 114 WWAN device 114 buttons power 13 C Cable Kit contents 34 spare part number 34 cables, service considerations 47 caps lock light, identifying 11 chipset, product description 2 components additional hardware 23...
... boot order 112, 120 built-in device ambient light sensor 114 audio device 114 bay device 114 Bluetooth device 114 fingerprint reader 114 integrated camera 114 internal speakers 114 microphone 114 modem 114 Network Interface Controller (LAN) 114 options 114 power monitor circuit 114 Wake on LAN 114 wireless button 114 WLAN device 114 WWAN device 114 buttons power 13 C Cable Kit contents 34 spare part number 34 cables, service considerations 47 caps lock light, identifying 11 chipset, product description 2 components additional hardware 23...
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... keys esc 14, 15 fn 14, 15 function 14, 15 keypad 14, 15 wireless 14, 15 L language, changing in Computer Setup 112 latches, battery release 19 LCD Cable contents 35 spare part number 35 legacy support, USB 107, 112, 116, 120 lights caps lock 11 optical drive 17 power 12 webcam 20 wireless 12 M main battery cable removal 100 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 36 memory module product description 3 removal 59 spare part numbers 30, 59 microphone (audio-in) jack identifying...
... keys esc 14, 15 fn 14, 15 function 14, 15 keypad 14, 15 wireless 14, 15 L language, changing in Computer Setup 112 latches, battery release 19 LCD Cable contents 35 spare part number 35 legacy support, USB 107, 112, 116, 120 lights caps lock 11 optical drive 17 power 12 webcam 20 wireless 12 M main battery cable removal 100 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 36 memory module product description 3 removal 59 spare part numbers 30, 59 microphone (audio-in) jack identifying...
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... 6 power switch board removal 82 spare part number 28 processor product description 1 removal 66 spare part numbers 29, 66 product description audio 4 chipset 2 diskette drive 4 Ethernet 4 156 Index external media cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 6 memory module 3 modem module 4 operating system 6 optical drives 4 panels 2 pointing devices 6 ports 5 power requirements 6 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 8 wireless 5 product name 1 R recovery partition 133, 136 release latches, battery 19 removal/replacement preliminaries 46 procedures 51 restore factory settings...
... 6 power switch board removal 82 spare part number 28 processor product description 1 removal 66 spare part numbers 29, 66 product description audio 4 chipset 2 diskette drive 4 Ethernet 4 156 Index external media cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 6 memory module 3 modem module 4 operating system 6 optical drives 4 panels 2 pointing devices 6 ports 5 power requirements 6 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 8 wireless 5 product name 1 R recovery partition 133, 136 release latches, battery 19 removal/replacement preliminaries 46 procedures 51 restore factory settings...
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... TouchPad button 10 TouchPad scroll zone 10 TouchPad, identifying 10 transporting guidelines 49 U Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) mode 113 USB board spare part numbers 28 USB connector assembly removal 85 spare part number 85 USB legacy support 107, 112, 116, 120 USB port identifying 16, 18 pin assignments 145 V vents, identifying 18 Virtualization Technology 113 W wake on USB 113 webcam light, identifying 20 webcam module spare part number 32 webcam, identifying 21 Windows 7 operating system DVD 133 Windows Backup utility 138, 139 Windows recovery...
... TouchPad button 10 TouchPad scroll zone 10 TouchPad, identifying 10 transporting guidelines 49 U Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) mode 113 USB board spare part numbers 28 USB connector assembly removal 85 spare part number 85 USB legacy support 107, 112, 116, 120 USB port identifying 16, 18 pin assignments 145 V vents, identifying 18 Virtualization Technology 113 W wake on USB 113 webcam light, identifying 20 webcam module spare part number 32 webcam, identifying 21 Windows 7 operating system DVD 133 Windows Backup utility 138, 139 Windows recovery...
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... Download Manager 117 12 Backup and recovery ...118 Backing up your information ...119 Performing a recovery ...120 Recovering your information 120 Recovering the operating system and programs 120 13 Computer Setup ...121 Starting Computer Setup ...121 Using Computer Setup ...121 Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup 121 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 122 Computer Setup menus ...122 File menu ...123 Security menu ...123 System Configuration menu 124 14 MultiBoot ...129 About the boot device order ...129 Enabling boot devices...
... Download Manager 117 12 Backup and recovery ...118 Backing up your information ...119 Performing a recovery ...120 Recovering your information 120 Recovering the operating system and programs 120 13 Computer Setup ...121 Starting Computer Setup ...121 Using Computer Setup ...121 Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup 121 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 122 Computer Setup menus ...122 File menu ...123 Security menu ...123 System Configuration menu 124 14 MultiBoot ...129 About the boot device order ...129 Enabling boot devices...
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... use. For more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to your computer: 1. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Select Properties > Hardware > Device Manager > Network Adapters. 4. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair...
... use. For more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to your computer: 1. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Select Properties > Hardware > Device Manager > Network Adapters. 4. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair...
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... the function keys (3). follow the instructions provided with the device. 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in the following sections. NOTE: If you want the pointer to the scroll zone. Connecting an external mouse You can be added by connecting the device to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse. To scroll up...
... the function keys (3). follow the instructions provided with the device. 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in the following sections. NOTE: If you want the pointer to the scroll zone. Connecting an external mouse You can be added by connecting the device to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse. To scroll up...
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... the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is also used to remove DriveLock protection. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to make changes using Computer Setup. Managing a BIOS administrator password A BIOS administrator password is not case sensitive unless mandated by the administrator. BIOS administrator password The Computer Setup BIOS administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Computer Setup. Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by DriveLock, and is set , changed , or deleted...
... the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is also used to remove DriveLock protection. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to make changes using Computer Setup. Managing a BIOS administrator password A BIOS administrator password is not case sensitive unless mandated by the administrator. BIOS administrator password The Computer Setup BIOS administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Computer Setup. Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by DriveLock, and is set , changed , or deleted...
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... .exe extension (for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Click your computer model number in an optional docking device, or connected to the location on the screen to download your hard drive. 6. Click the option for example, filename.exe). 114 Chapter 11 Software updates Follow the on battery power, docked in the product box, and then press enter. 3. NOTE: If you want to the hard drive. Make a note of the download date, name...
... .exe extension (for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Click your computer model number in an optional docking device, or connected to the location on the screen to download your hard drive. 6. Click the option for example, filename.exe). 114 Chapter 11 Software updates Follow the on battery power, docked in the product box, and then press enter. 3. NOTE: If you want to the hard drive. Make a note of the download date, name...
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... operating system. 5. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Run to step 6. 3. After the file is displayed, click an update to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers 1. or - or - Open your Internet browser, go to install the update. 8. When the list of the screen. If prompted to your hard drive. If you want a specific SoftPaq, type the SoftPaq number in the product box, and then press enter...
... operating system. 5. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Run to step 6. 3. After the file is displayed, click an update to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers 1. or - or - Open your Internet browser, go to install the update. 8. When the list of the screen. If prompted to your hard drive. If you want a specific SoftPaq, type the SoftPaq number in the product box, and then press enter...
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.... Starting Computer Setup 121 Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. 13 Computer Setup Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Turn on -screen instructions. NOTE: Some of the screen, or use either a pointing device (TouchPad, pointing stick, or USB mouse) or the keyboard to a USB port can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load. NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected...
.... Starting Computer Setup 121 Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. 13 Computer Setup Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Turn on -screen instructions. NOTE: Some of the screen, or use either a pointing device (TouchPad, pointing stick, or USB mouse) or the keyboard to a USB port can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load. NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected...
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... system BIOS and device driver software from a central repository, known as operating systems, programs, software updates, and content and configuration settings to ensure that are supported by SSM are denoted with the Altiris Solutions software, which can manage software throughout the life cycle of the computer. Driver versions that each computer is used to complete new hardware deployment or personality migration to a new operating system using easy-to meet enterprise needs...
... system BIOS and device driver software from a central repository, known as operating systems, programs, software updates, and content and configuration settings to ensure that are supported by SSM are denoted with the Altiris Solutions software, which can manage software throughout the life cycle of the computer. Driver versions that each computer is used to complete new hardware deployment or personality migration to a new operating system using easy-to meet enterprise needs...
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... bays battery 10, 14 hard drive 11 BD playing 49, 54 removing 51, 52 BIOS administrator password 123 BIOS update downloading 114 installing 114 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 boot devices, enabling 131 boot options 125 boot order 125 bottom door removing 89 replacing 91, 95 built-in device ambient light sensor 127 audio device 127 Bluetooth device 127 fingerprint reader 127 integrated camera 127 internal speakers 127 LAN/WLAN switching 127 microphone 127 modem 127 network interface controller (LAN) 127 power monitor circuit 127 Wake on LAN 127 wireless button...
... bays battery 10, 14 hard drive 11 BD playing 49, 54 removing 51, 52 BIOS administrator password 123 BIOS update downloading 114 installing 114 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 boot devices, enabling 131 boot options 125 boot order 125 bottom door removing 89 replacing 91, 95 built-in device ambient light sensor 127 audio device 127 Bluetooth device 127 fingerprint reader 127 integrated camera 127 internal speakers 127 LAN/WLAN switching 127 microphone 127 modem 127 network interface controller (LAN) 127 power monitor circuit 127 Wake on LAN 127 wireless button...
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... connection 19 country-specific modem cable adapter 25 critical battery level 67 D deployment, software 135 device configurations 125 device drivers HP drivers 56 Microsoft drivers 56 reinstalling 56 device security 104 digital card inserting 83 removing 84 stopping 84 discs Driver Recovery 120 Operating System 120 Disk Cleanup software 74 Disk Defragmenter software 74 disk performance 74 disk sanitizer 124 diskette drive 75, 82 display cleaning 140 image, switching 33 screen brightness hotkeys 33 drive media 59 DriveLock password changing 101 description 100 entering 101 removing 102 setting...
... connection 19 country-specific modem cable adapter 25 critical battery level 67 D deployment, software 135 device configurations 125 device drivers HP drivers 56 Microsoft drivers 56 reinstalling 56 device security 104 digital card inserting 83 removing 84 stopping 84 discs Driver Recovery 120 Operating System 120 Disk Cleanup software 74 Disk Defragmenter software 74 disk performance 74 disk sanitizer 124 diskette drive 75, 82 display cleaning 140 image, switching 33 screen brightness hotkeys 33 drive media 59 DriveLock password changing 101 description 100 entering 101 removing 102 setting...
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... 14 service tag 13 wireless certification 14 WLAN 14 LAN, connecting 29 language, changing in Computer Setup 124 latches, battery release 10 legacy support, USB 121, 125 lights battery 9 caps lock 3 power 4 wireless 4 local area network (LAN) cable required 29 connecting cable 29 logical drive designations 132 low battery level 66 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 74 Disk Defragmenter 74 McAfee Total Protection 106, 107 media controls, hotkeys 35 memory module adding 89 inserting 94 removing 90, 94 replacing 89, 93 upgrading primary 93 memory module...
... 14 service tag 13 wireless certification 14 WLAN 14 LAN, connecting 29 language, changing in Computer Setup 124 latches, battery release 10 legacy support, USB 121, 125 lights battery 9 caps lock 3 power 4 wireless 4 local area network (LAN) cable required 29 connecting cable 29 logical drive designations 132 low battery level 66 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 74 Disk Defragmenter 74 McAfee Total Protection 106, 107 media controls, hotkeys 35 memory module adding 89 inserting 94 removing 90, 94 replacing 89, 93 upgrading primary 93 memory module...
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..., battery 10 restore factory settings 123 security defaults 128 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 8 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 9 S SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) devices AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) 125 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) 125 screen brightness hotkeys 33 screen image, switching 33 scroll zone, TouchPad 2 SD Card Reader, identifying 8 Secondary Battery Fast Charge 126 security cable slot, identifying 9 Security menu always prompt for HP SpareKey enrollment 124 Automatic DriveLock 124 change password 124 DriveLock 124 fingerprint reader reset...
..., battery 10 restore factory settings 123 security defaults 128 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 8 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 9 S SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) devices AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) 125 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) 125 screen brightness hotkeys 33 screen image, switching 33 scroll zone, TouchPad 2 SD Card Reader, identifying 8 Secondary Battery Fast Charge 126 security cable slot, identifying 9 Security menu always prompt for HP SpareKey enrollment 124 Automatic DriveLock 124 change password 124 DriveLock 124 fingerprint reader reset...
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...USB ports, identifying 8, 9, 80 user password 98 using the webcam 57 V vents, identifying 9, 11 video transmission types 33 Virtualization Technology 126 volume hotkeys 40 mute hotkey 40 volume, adjusting 40 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 138 webcam identifying 39 tips 57 using 57 webcam light, identifying 11 webcam properties, adjusting 57 webcam, identifying 11 Windows applications key, identifying 6, 7 Windows Backup utility 118, 119, 120 Windows logo key, identifying 6, 7 Windows recovery 120 wireless antennas 12 wireless certification label 14 wireless controls button 16 operating...
...USB ports, identifying 8, 9, 80 user password 98 using the webcam 57 V vents, identifying 9, 11 video transmission types 33 Virtualization Technology 126 volume hotkeys 40 mute hotkey 40 volume, adjusting 40 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 138 webcam identifying 39 tips 57 using 57 webcam light, identifying 11 webcam properties, adjusting 57 webcam, identifying 11 Windows applications key, identifying 6, 7 Windows Backup utility 118, 119, 120 Windows logo key, identifying 6, 7 Windows recovery 120 wireless antennas 12 wireless certification label 14 wireless controls button 16 operating...