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Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist - Page 2

... to prevent other start-up problems. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport Run HP Support Assistant www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates Run Windows Update www.update.microsoft.com for terms in BIOS mode and run in Safe mode to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run memory and hard...
Limited warranty and technical support - (1 Year) - Page 5

..., abuse, or other than (i) Compaq, (ii) a Compaq authorized service provider, or (iii) your own installation of end-user replaceable Compaq or Compaq approved parts, if available for your purchase or lease of Compaq. Battery life is made in connection with the Compaq Product. No change to expendable parts. The battery warranty does not cover changes in the servicing country.
Limited warranty and technical support - (1 Year) - Page 10

... You can contact Compaq technical support by telephone. See the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com/support. „ Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, warranty information, and product documentation. „ Find updated service and support information. „ Open an online service event with a Compaq support specialist for assistance with your product...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 7

... corresponding buttons on an external mouse. The TouchPad also supports a variety of other TouchPad gestures. ✎ For additional information about using the TouchPad and TouchPad gestures, refer to the Notebook PC User Guide in identifying specific components of the TouchPad. Connecting to the Internet After you set up and register your computer, there are important next...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 37

... 2 installing 14 Help and Support 2 Hibernation 17 HP Recovery Manager 21 humidity specifications 25 I IEC 60950 compliance 9, 18 image, switching, among display devices 17 Internet broadband access 9 choosing an ISP 10 choosing type of access 9 connecting to 9 dial-up access 9 wireless access 9 Internet service provider (ISP) 10 Internet Services & Offers 10 Internet, connecting 1 K keyboard...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 111

... the View menu, click one of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection System resource specifications 101 CAUTION: Improperly changing resource settings can disable your hardware and cause your computer to be sure each setting is unique. To view resource settings in Windows XP: 1. Select Start > My Computer, or double-click My Computer on the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 9

...96 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 96 Exiting Setup Utility ...97 Setup Utility menus ...97 Main menu ...97 Security menu ...97 System Configuration menu 98 Diagnostics menu ...98 11 Software updates ...99 Updating the BIOS ...100 Determining the BIOS version 100 Downloading a BIOS update 101 Updating programs and drivers ...102 12 Backup and recovery ...103 Creating recovery discs...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 30

... such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The listing for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 68

... -screen instructions. 58 Chapter 4 Multimedia This feature can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you have not previously set to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your computer. When the list of the device. NOTE: If you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click Install now to http://www.hp...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 97

... you want to control access to your information. NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, remove all password settings. 9 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of characters that you choose to secure your computer information.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 106

... computer is displayed, press f10. 2. When the Startup Menu is displayed. 3. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. 96 Chapter 10 Setup Utility (BIOS) To exit Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 109

... and troubleshooting the file. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. If your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 112

...may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your Web browser, go to download the driver and install it later.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 119

...discharging 66 disposing 70 inserting 64 low battery levels 66 recharging 69 removing 64 storing 69 battery bay, identifying 9 battery power 63 battery release latch 64 battery release latch, identifying 9 battery temperature 69 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 9 hard drive 9 BIOS, updating 100 Blu-ray Disc playing 42 removing 47 Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 98 boot...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 120

... 7 RJ-45 (network 8 K keyboard hotkey, identifying 28 keys esc 5 fn 5 function 5 navigation 5 Windows applications 5 Windows logo 5 L labels Bluetooth 12 modem approval 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power Saving 98 language support 98 latch, battery release 9 light power 3 lights caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 8 optical drive 7 webcam 6 wireless 3 local area network (LAN...

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  • Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
  • Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
  • Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
  • Limited warranty and technical support - (1 Year)
  • End User License Agreement
  • Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist

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