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... stops before completion 51 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture 52 A device driver must be reinstalled 52 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 52 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 53 5 Power management Setting power options ...54 Using power-saving states 54 Initiating and exiting Sleep 54 Initiating...
... stops before completion 51 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture 52 A device driver must be reinstalled 52 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 52 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 53 5 Power management Setting power options ...54 Using power-saving states 54 Initiating and exiting Sleep 54 Initiating...
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Displaying system information 112 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 112 Exiting Setup Utility ...112 Setup Utility Menus ...114 Main menu ...114 Security menu ...114 System Configuration menu 114 Diagnostics menu ...115 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...117 Determining the BIOS version 117 Downloading a BIOS update 117 Updating programs and drivers ...119 Index ...120 x
Displaying system information 112 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 112 Exiting Setup Utility ...112 Setup Utility Menus ...114 Main menu ...114 Security menu ...114 System Configuration menu 114 Diagnostics menu ...115 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...117 Determining the BIOS version 117 Downloading a BIOS update 117 Updating programs and drivers ...119 Index ...120 x
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...(p/n) (3). This is affixed inside the Mini Card compartment. You may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Identifying the labels 11 The regulatory label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. An ...optional device may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The part number helps a service technician to the bottom of the computer. ● ...
...(p/n) (3). This is affixed inside the Mini Card compartment. You may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Identifying the labels 11 The regulatory label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. An ...optional device may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The part number helps a service technician to the bottom of the computer. ● ...
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...models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired or wireless network. Because the wireless devices ...Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on . Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless devices are off , all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless ...
...models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired or wireless network. Because the wireless devices ...Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on . Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless devices are off , all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless ...
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... installed on the side of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Identify...
... installed on the side of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Identify...
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...If you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for instructions on setting up the same codes on a secure network. The driver must have the current codes to make a connection on both the router and the WLAN device. ● For a private network, such as ... notification area, follow the on a regular basis to improve security. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in their routers or access points on -screen instructions. Press enter, and then follow these ...
...If you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for instructions on setting up the same codes on a secure network. The driver must have the current codes to make a connection on both the router and the WLAN device. ● For a private network, such as ... notification area, follow the on a regular basis to improve security. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in their routers or access points on -screen instructions. Press enter, and then follow these ...
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... up your Internet or network services and your Web browser home page, you have set up your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing fn+f4 alternates the...
... up your Internet or network services and your Web browser home page, you have set up your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing fn+f4 alternates the...
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...on the computer.) ● Be sure to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Audio 43 ...NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your...
...on the computer.) ● Be sure to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Audio 43 ...NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your...
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.... In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software. ● Disable. ● Uninstall. Right-click the optical device listing to show all of the disc. Close the disc tray and place the disc.... 4. Remove the disc (3) from the optical drive. 2. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. 3.
.... In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software. ● Disable. ● Uninstall. Right-click the optical device listing to show all of the disc. Close the disc tray and place the disc.... 4. Remove the disc (3) from the optical drive. 2. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. 3.
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...resume. - or - ◦ The playback window in either of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. After you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. Windows scans your multimedia program to exit the program and then restart it. ● Increase... the disc is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any loss of the disc to continue.
...resume. - or - ◦ The playback window in either of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. After you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. Windows scans your multimedia program to exit the program and then restart it. ● Increase... the disc is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any loss of the disc to continue.
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...the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to a new disc, and then burn from your country or region. 2. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Repeat for example, DVD/CD ROMs, Modems, and so on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to ... ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you want to restart the computer, save the information on ). 4. Remove any other drivers you are copying a disc, save all open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Windows scans your specific product from the models listed. 4. Right-...
...the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to a new disc, and then burn from your country or region. 2. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Repeat for example, DVD/CD ROMs, Modems, and so on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to ... ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you want to restart the computer, save the information on ). 4. Remove any other drivers you are copying a disc, save all open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Windows scans your specific product from the models listed. 4. Right-...
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... Install now to install. 7. If prompted to do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated... driver without downloading the file. - To use Windows Update: 1. 5. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. NOTE: If you can obtain the latest Windows device...
... Install now to install. 7. If prompted to do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated... driver without downloading the file. - To use Windows Update: 1. 5. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. NOTE: If you can obtain the latest Windows device...
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... to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Removing a USB...
... to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Removing a USB...
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... Card International Association (PCMCIA). Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is in on the insert (1) to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot. Do not move or transport the computer when...specifications of the slot (2). The ExpressCard slot may contain a protective insert. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card ...
... Card International Association (PCMCIA). Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is in on the insert (1) to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot. Do not move or transport the computer when...specifications of the slot (2). The ExpressCard slot may contain a protective insert. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card ...
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... it is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. b. NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software"message is not in the operating system Copying window. 2. To remove an ExpressCard: a. Release and remove the ExpressCard: a. To conserve power, stop a data transfer...
... it is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. b. NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software"message is not in the operating system Copying window. 2. To remove an ExpressCard: a. Release and remove the ExpressCard: a. To conserve power, stop a data transfer...
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..., follow these steps: a. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Updating the BIOS 117 To exit Setup Utility, use Setup Utility for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. To download a BIOS update: 1. You...
..., follow these steps: a. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Updating the BIOS 117 To exit Setup Utility, use Setup Utility for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. To download a BIOS update: 1. You...
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... or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to step 6. 3. If you may be able to ... 6. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers 119 If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and...
... or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to step 6. 3. If you may be able to ... 6. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers 119 If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and...
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device drivers HP drivers 52 Windows drivers 53 Diagnostics menu 115 digital card defined 85 inserting 85 removing 86 stopping 86 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 76 Disk Defragmenter software ...
device drivers HP drivers 52 Windows drivers 53 Diagnostics menu 115 digital card defined 85 inserting 85 removing 86 stopping 86 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 76 Disk Defragmenter software ...
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... light, identifying 1 TouchPad on/off button 1 traveling with the computer 66 troubleshooting device driver 52 disc burning 51 disc play 50, 51 external display 51 HP device drivers 52 optical disc tray 48 optical drive detection 49 Windows drivers 53 turning off the computer 66 U unresponsive system 66 updates, software 116 USB cable...
... light, identifying 1 TouchPad on/off button 1 traveling with the computer 66 troubleshooting device driver 52 disc burning 51 disc play 50, 51 external display 51 HP device drivers 52 optical disc tray 48 optical drive detection 49 Windows drivers 53 turning off the computer 66 U unresponsive system 66 updates, software 116 USB cable...