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... backed up ) your operating system and programs usin g the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, check for the Windows partition, select Start > Computer. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are permanently removed. To recover...and recovery If possible, back up . To check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. Refer to recover your permission or password for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from starting correctly. ● f11 recovery tools: You...
... backed up ) your operating system and programs usin g the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, check for the Windows partition, select Start > Computer. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are permanently removed. To recover...and recovery If possible, back up . To check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. Refer to recover your permission or password for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from starting correctly. ● f11 recovery tools: You...
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... hard drive. Press f11 to boot (start up) your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your most recent backup... up all personal files. 2. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that your country or region, and follow these topics in Windows 7 133 Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you must recover your computer and you cannot use the...
... hard drive. Press f11 to boot (start up) your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your most recent backup... up all personal files. 2. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that your country or region, and follow these topics in Windows 7 133 Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you must recover your computer and you cannot use the...
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.... The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover your files. For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. All ...files you have created and any software installed on recovering information using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). Using f11 CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the...
.... The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover your files. For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. All ...files you have created and any software installed on recovering information using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). Using f11 CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the...
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.... When prompted, press any software installed on -screen instructions. Select Repair your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, back up ) your most recent backup (stored on discs or ... > Computer. Make sure that your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. When reformatting is easily accessible. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. To recover ...
.... When prompted, press any software installed on -screen instructions. Select Repair your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, back up ) your most recent backup (stored on discs or ... > Computer. Make sure that your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. When reformatting is easily accessible. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. To recover ...
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...files. 2. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive. 3. Shut down the computer. To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility (select models only), follow these steps: NOTE: Be sure that the computer is added to the document. Recovering your files:...settings, and then click Next. 4. Recovering the operating system and programs CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. d. The Backup or Restore Wizard opens. 3. Save the document. If possible, ...
...files. 2. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive. 3. Shut down the computer. To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility (select models only), follow these steps: NOTE: Be sure that the computer is added to the document. Recovering your files:...settings, and then click Next. 4. Recovering the operating system and programs CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. d. The Backup or Restore Wizard opens. 3. Save the document. If possible, ...
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... to update or troubleshoot the operating system. Wireless certification labels are included with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). Describes the duration of the countries in which the modem...has been approved for your computer. You may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . Have this information when traveling internationally. You may be a ...◦ Model description (4). This is affixed to the bottom of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. This certificate is the number you contact technical support. If your computer...
... to update or troubleshoot the operating system. Wireless certification labels are included with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). Describes the duration of the countries in which the modem...has been approved for your computer. You may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . Have this information when traveling internationally. You may be a ...◦ Model description (4). This is affixed to the bottom of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. This certificate is the number you contact technical support. If your computer...
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...wireless connection problems Some possible causes for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to use. Use the procedures in the My Computer window. 3. Select Start > My Computer. 2. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has ...Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all wireless devices. Right-click in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you ...
...wireless connection problems Some possible causes for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to use. Use the procedures in the My Computer window. 3. Select Start > My Computer. 2. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has ...Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all wireless devices. Right-click in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you ...
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...Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the WLAN device software for your computer accordingly. 22 Chapter 2 Networking Open your country or region. 3. Press enter, and then follow the on a secure network. Current network security codes are unavailable If you configure the WLAN, the software driver... network key are alphanumeric codes that you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then type your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the preferred networks. ● If ...
...Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the WLAN device software for your computer accordingly. 22 Chapter 2 Networking Open your country or region. 3. Press enter, and then follow the on a secure network. Current network security codes are unavailable If you configure the WLAN, the software driver... network key are alphanumeric codes that you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then type your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the preferred networks. ● If ...
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... brightness Press fn+f3 to open Help and Support. The following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. In addition to providing information about your... Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4...
... brightness Press fn+f3 to open Help and Support. The following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. In addition to providing information about your... Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4...
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...or a headset. Select Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 3. When the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens, click the Sounds tab. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. To check the record functions of the...enables you to use the device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Entertainment > Sound Recorder. 2. Under Program events, select any drivers required by the external device. To reduce the risk of audio features: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers...
...or a headset. Select Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 3. When the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens, click the Sounds tab. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. To check the record functions of the...enables you to use the device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Entertainment > Sound Recorder. 2. Under Program events, select any drivers required by the external device. To reduce the risk of audio features: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers...
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... a protective case. 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. Remove any required default drivers. ● Click Properties to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver. ● Uninstall the device. ● Scan for an optical drive...
... a protective case. 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. Remove any required default drivers. ● Click Properties to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver. ● Uninstall the device. ● Scan for an optical drive...
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...HP > HP Update. 2. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Microsoft® Update. Click Microsoft Update to automatically check for and install updates for your hardware drivers, as well as for your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 3...., and then select your Internet browser, go to http://www.microsoft.com, and click Security & Updates. 2. A device driver must be set to get the latest updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 5. Click Next to obtain HP device...
...HP > HP Update. 2. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Microsoft® Update. Click Microsoft Update to automatically check for and install updates for your hardware drivers, as well as for your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 3...., and then select your Internet browser, go to http://www.microsoft.com, and click Security & Updates. 2. A device driver must be set to get the latest updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 5. Click Next to obtain HP device...
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...power, docked in the product box, and then press enter. 3. Using the hard drive path you check the HP Web site periodically for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your operating system. 5. Click your ... power from the AC outlet. b. Follow the instructions on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Follow any device, cable, or cord. Open Windows Explorer by unplugging the power cord from the computer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. Double-click your computer.
...power, docked in the product box, and then press enter. 3. Using the hard drive path you check the HP Web site periodically for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your operating system. 5. Click your ... power from the AC outlet. b. Follow the instructions on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Follow any device, cable, or cord. Open Windows Explorer by unplugging the power cord from the computer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. Double-click your computer.
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...top-right corner of updates is displayed, click an update to step 6. 3. Click Download. 7. or - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Click Run to your computer. Click Save to save the file to install the updated... driver without downloading the file. - Then press enter, and follow the instructions provided. When the list of the screen. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click your hard drive. or - If prompted to http...
...top-right corner of updates is displayed, click an update to step 6. 3. Click Download. 7. or - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Click Run to your computer. Click Save to save the file to install the updated... driver without downloading the file. - Then press enter, and follow the instructions provided. When the list of the screen. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click your hard drive. or - If prompted to http...
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... computer. 5. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive. 3. Shut down the computer. 4. Turn on initiating a recovery in Windows, perform a search for this topic in Help and Support. Recovering the operating system and programs CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely ... disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Performing a recovery In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover information...
... computer. 5. Insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive. 3. Shut down the computer. 4. Turn on initiating a recovery in Windows, perform a search for this topic in Help and Support. Recovering the operating system and programs CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely ... disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Performing a recovery In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover information...
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...Computer tracking and reporting ◦ Computer lease contract information and fixed asset tracking ● System software deployment and migration ◦ Windows migration ◦ System deployment ◦ Personality (personal user settings) migration 136 Chapter 15 Management and printing Managing and updating software...Client Manager for Altiris provides increased management functionality and centralized hardware management of system software, such as device drivers and the system BIOS NOTE: Additional functionality can be added when HP Client Manager for Altiris integrates Intelligent Manageability ...
...Computer tracking and reporting ◦ Computer lease contract information and fixed asset tracking ● System software deployment and migration ◦ Windows migration ◦ System deployment ◦ Personality (personal user settings) migration 136 Chapter 15 Management and printing Managing and updating software...Client Manager for Altiris provides increased management functionality and centralized hardware management of system software, such as device drivers and the system BIOS NOTE: Additional functionality can be added when HP Client Manager for Altiris integrates Intelligent Manageability ...
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... traveling with the computer modem approval label 14 troubleshooting AutoPlay 55 device drivers 56 disc burning 55 disc does not play 54 external display 55 HP device drivers 56 Microsoft device drivers 56 modem 27 movie play 55 optical disc tray 52 optical drive detection... 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 system...
... traveling with the computer modem approval label 14 troubleshooting AutoPlay 55 device drivers 56 disc burning 55 disc does not play 54 external display 55 HP device drivers 56 Microsoft device drivers 56 modem 27 movie play 55 optical disc tray 52 optical drive detection... 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 system...