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... period for the computer. Item 1 2 3 Component Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The duration of the computer.
... period for the computer. Item 1 2 3 Component Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The duration of the computer.
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... The name affixed to determine which components and parts are as many as 90 screws, in 13 different sizes, that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The duration of the warranty period for your computer. There are needed. The part number helps a service technician to the...
... The name affixed to determine which components and parts are as many as 90 screws, in 13 different sizes, that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The duration of the warranty period for your computer. There are needed. The part number helps a service technician to the...
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...do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you can recover your full factory image if you to reverse undesirable changes to... current backup. Recovery discs are included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). As you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1...
...do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you can recover your full factory image if you to reverse undesirable changes to... current backup. Recovery discs are included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). As you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1...
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... system 1-4 optical drive 1-2 pointing device 1-3 ports 1-3 power requirements 1-3 processor 1-1 Index-4 security 1-4 serviceability 1-4 webcam 1-2 wireless 1-3 product name 1-1, 3-1, 4-5 product number 3-1 R rear components 2-7 recovery full system 7-1, 7-5 programs or drivers 7-1 using the recovery discs 7-6 using the recovery partition 7-6 recovery discs creating 7-2 defined 7-1 performing a recovery 7-6 Recovery Manager 7-1 recovery partition defined 7-1 performing a recovery 7-6 recycling battery 10-1 display...
... system 1-4 optical drive 1-2 pointing device 1-3 ports 1-3 power requirements 1-3 processor 1-1 Index-4 security 1-4 serviceability 1-4 webcam 1-2 wireless 1-3 product name 1-1, 3-1, 4-5 product number 3-1 R rear components 2-7 recovery full system 7-1, 7-5 programs or drivers 7-1 using the recovery discs 7-6 using the recovery partition 7-6 recovery discs creating 7-2 defined 7-1 performing a recovery 7-6 Recovery Manager 7-1 recovery partition defined 7-1 performing a recovery 7-6 recycling battery 10-1 display...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... stops before completion 54 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 55 A device driver must be reinstalled 55 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 56 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 56 5 Power management Setting power options ...57 Using power-saving states 57 Initiating and exiting Sleep 57 Initiating...
... stops before completion 54 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 55 A device driver must be reinstalled 55 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 56 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 56 5 Power management Setting power options ...57 Using power-saving states 57 Initiating and exiting Sleep 57 Initiating...
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... Configuration menu 106 Diagnostics menu ...106 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...108 Determining the BIOS version 108 Downloading a BIOS update 109 Updating programs and drivers ...110 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...112 Backing up your information ...113 Using Windows Backup and Restore 114 Using system restore points 115...
... Configuration menu 106 Diagnostics menu ...106 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...108 Determining the BIOS version 108 Downloading a BIOS update 109 Updating programs and drivers ...110 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...112 Backing up your information ...113 Using Windows Backup and Restore 114 Using system restore points 115...
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... regions in which the devices have been approved for this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). This number describes the duration of your computer. You may need this information when traveling internationally...alphanumeric identifier used to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels ...
... regions in which the devices have been approved for this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). This number describes the duration of your computer. You may need this information when traveling internationally...alphanumeric identifier used to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels ...
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...and modem Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you turn on the computer. Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are disabled by the wireless button or HP Wireless Assistant). Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/... disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless devices are disabled in this ...
...and modem Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you turn on the computer. Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are disabled by the wireless button or HP Wireless Assistant). Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/... disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless devices are disabled in this ...
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...the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. You may be sure that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your permission...Windows settings. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair...
...the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. You may be sure that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your permission...Windows settings. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair...
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...enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a secure network. If the WLAN device you are alphanumeric ...codes that you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the search box. 4. Click the option for instructions on setting up the same codes on -screen instructions. Press enter,...
...enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a secure network. If the WLAN device you are alphanumeric ...codes that you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the search box. 4. Click the option for instructions on setting up the same codes on -screen instructions. Press enter,...
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... information about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use a hotkey command on 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...
... information about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use a hotkey command on 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...
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...Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. To reduce the risk of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Sound. 4. 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 the computer.)...9679; Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Audio Your computer enables you to ...
...Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. To reduce the risk of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Sound. 4. 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 the computer.)...9679; Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Audio Your computer enables you to ...
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...that the optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click Start > Control Panel > System and Security.... 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 ● Scan for this device. 52 Chapter 4 Multimedia Then in the Device Manager utility. 1. Windows scans...
...that the optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click Start > Control Panel > System and Security.... 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 ● Scan for this device. 52 Chapter 4 Multimedia Then in the Device Manager utility. 1. Windows scans...
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... of disc for your user guides for more times to a new disc, and then burn from your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not visible on an external display 1. Select High Color (16 bit), if this...
... of disc for your user guides for more times to a new disc, and then burn from your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not visible on an external display 1. Select High Color (16 bit), if this...
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... that you are once again listed. 7. Troubleshooting 55 In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you want to uninstall and then reinstall (for any other drivers you may need to update your program again. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default... Media Player produces no sound or display Use DVD Play to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to delete. 5. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at ...
... that you are once again listed. 7. Troubleshooting 55 In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you want to uninstall and then reinstall (for any other drivers you may need to update your program again. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default... Media Player produces no sound or display Use DVD Play to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to delete. 5. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at ...
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...Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now 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 step 6. 3. or - If prompted to ... the file. - When the list of the device. This feature can be prompted to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Open your country or region. 2. Proceed to install. 7. NOTE: If...
...Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now 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 step 6. 3. or - If prompted to ... the file. - When the list of the device. This feature can be prompted to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Open your country or region. 2. Proceed to install. 7. NOTE: If...
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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. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded...
...-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. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded...
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...'s instructions. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub or expansion product. 7 External devices and external media cards...
...'s instructions. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub or expansion product. 7 External devices and external media cards...
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... to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. To do so, restart your computer. If prompted to download the driver and install it later. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. ... In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your hard drive. Click Install now to install. 7....
... to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. To do so, restart your computer. If prompted to download the driver and install it later. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. ... In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your hard drive. Click Install now to install. 7....
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...If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you experience... for safeguarding your operating system and software. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you with a solid-state drive (SSD) may not have a partition. Recovery Manager...
...If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you experience... for safeguarding your operating system and software. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you with a solid-state drive (SSD) may not have a partition. Recovery Manager...