Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...Recovery discs are designed to help you to reverse undesirable changes to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you experience system failure or instability. Tools provided by restoring the computer to...recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not ...
...Recovery discs are designed to help you to reverse undesirable changes to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you experience system failure or instability. Tools provided by restoring the computer to...recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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To use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the screen to download your ...
To use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the screen to download your ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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Select your hard drive. Click Install now to step 6. 3. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support... number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Open your Internet browser, go to your country or region. 2. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. 4 Updating software After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was...
Select your hard drive. Click Install now to step 6. 3. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support... number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Open your Internet browser, go to your country or region. 2. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. 4 Updating software After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was...
External Devices - Windows Vista
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NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of information or an unresponsive system, stop and remove a USB device: 1. Stopping and ...
NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of information or an unresponsive system, stop and remove a USB device: 1. Stopping and ...
Drives - Windows 7
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A disc does not play automatically ...24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 26 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...27 iv
A disc does not play automatically ...24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 26 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...27 iv
Drives - Windows 7
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...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2.
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2.
Drives - Windows 7
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...Panel > System and Security. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found later in this device. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM ... expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for hardware changes. Remove any required drivers. ● Click Properties to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for an optical drive listing. Windows scans your system for installed ...
...Panel > System and Security. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found later in this device. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM ... expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for hardware changes. Remove any required drivers. ● Click Properties to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for an optical drive listing. Windows scans your system for installed ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... Manager. 3. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). 4. Windows...9679; Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you may need to update your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for more information about disc types. ● Be sure that you are using the procedures in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display...
... Manager. 3. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). 4. Windows...9679; Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you may need to update your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for more information about disc types. ● Be sure that you are using the procedures in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display...
Drives - Windows 7
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... set to http://www.hp.com/support, and select 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 open a window containing additional information...the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now to step 6. 3. or - Click the option for updates. 2. If prompted to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click your computer. To use the HP Web site to do so, restart your...
... set to http://www.hp.com/support, and select 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 open a window containing additional information...the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now to step 6. 3. or - Click the option for updates. 2. If prompted to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click your computer. To use the HP Web site to do so, restart your...
Drives - Windows 7
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...CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 3 C CD burning 9, 25 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 13 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 26 Windows drivers 26 Disk Cleanup software 14 Disk Defragmenter software 14 disk performance 14 diskette drive 13 drive light 16 drives caring for 1 diskette 13 external...O optical disc removing 10 optical drive removing 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 14 Disk Defragmenter 14 T troubleshooting burning discs 25 device driver 25 disc play 24 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows...
...CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 3 C CD burning 9, 25 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 13 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 26 Windows drivers 26 Disk Cleanup software 14 Disk Defragmenter software 14 disk performance 14 diskette drive 13 drive light 16 drives caring for 1 diskette 13 external...O optical disc removing 10 optical drive removing 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 14 Disk Defragmenter 14 T troubleshooting burning discs 25 device driver 25 disc play 24 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows...
External Devices - Windows 7
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... Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far right of the notification area). 2. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. To remove a USB device: 1.
... Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far right of the notification area). 2. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. To remove a USB device: 1.
External Media Cards - Windows 7
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Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your device. If you are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or ...enablers, supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 4 Chapter 2 Using ExpressCards (select models only) Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed ...
Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your device. If you are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or ...enablers, supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 4 Chapter 2 Using ExpressCards (select models only) Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed ...
External Media Cards - Windows 7
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...a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of the slot (2). NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software" message is firmly seated. To remove the insert: 1. To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is in use . Do not... To prevent damage to unlock it. 2. Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the insert (1) to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. Press in ...
...a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of the slot (2). NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software" message is firmly seated. To remove the insert: 1. To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is in use . Do not... To prevent damage to unlock it. 2. Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the insert (1) to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. Press in ...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use . If your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). This is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory...computer. ● Service tag-Provides important information, including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ●...
... and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use . If your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). This is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory...computer. ● Service tag-Provides important information, including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ●...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
... your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or Wireless Assistant, and no wireless connections are available or all of your network drivers are installed and one or more network devices are connected to a wired network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only.... HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired network. Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless devices are disabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no network devices are connected ...
... wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or Wireless Assistant, and no wireless connections are available or all of your network drivers are installed and one or more network devices are connected to a wired network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only.... HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired network. Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless devices are disabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no network devices are connected ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has...
... network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing ...
Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing ...