Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... Manager software are used to recover your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature).
... Manager software are used to recover your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature).
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
Drives - Windows 7
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... does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device...
... does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device...
Drives - Windows 7
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...1. Windows scans your system for this device. 14 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does ...not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Look for hardware changes. Remove any required drivers. ● Click Properties to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device...
...1. Windows scans your system for this device. 14 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does ...not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Look for hardware changes. Remove any required drivers. ● Click Properties to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device...
Drives - Windows 7
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... your hard drive before trying to burn the contents 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 Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting A disc does not play automatically 1.
... your hard drive before trying to burn the contents 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 Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting A disc does not play automatically 1.
Drives - Windows 7
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..., click the arrow next to the type of the computer. - NOTE: If you want to delete. 5. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to update your computer model number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Obtaining the latest HP...on ). 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the product box, and then press enter. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for anything ...
..., click the arrow next to the type of the computer. - NOTE: If you want to delete. 5. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to update your computer model number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Obtaining the latest HP...on ). 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the product box, and then press enter. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for anything ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...your computer after the installation is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to your hardware drivers, as well as for updates. 3. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 18 Chapter 5 ...Troubleshooting Follow the on your computer. You can check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install. 7. NOTE: If you have not previously set to your hard drive. Click Start > All Programs ...
...your computer after the installation is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to your hardware drivers, as well as for updates. 3. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 18 Chapter 5 ...Troubleshooting Follow the on your computer. You can check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install. 7. NOTE: If you have not previously set to your hard drive. Click Start > All Programs ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...1 AutoPlay 6 B Blu-ray disc 5 C CD burning 7, 16 copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 ... optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 T troubleshooting burning discs 16 device driver 17 disc play 15, 16 HP device drivers 17 optical disc tray 13 optical drive detection 14 Windows...
...1 AutoPlay 6 B Blu-ray disc 5 C CD burning 7, 16 copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 ... optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 T troubleshooting burning discs 16 device driver 17 disc play 15, 16 HP device drivers 17 optical disc tray 13 optical drive detection 14 Windows...
External Devices - Windows 7
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... damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the device. 3. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to remove the USB device.
... damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the device. 3. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to remove the USB device.
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates 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...
... questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates 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...
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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While the "Press the ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software When the ...
While the "Press the ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software When the ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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.... - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Proceed to download the driver and install it later. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to your computer. When the list of the device...in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to step 6. 3. Select your Internet ...
.... - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Proceed to download the driver and install it later. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to your computer. When the list of the device...in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to step 6. 3. Select your Internet ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...(select models only) Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on . Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all of your network drivers are installed and one or more of the wireless devices are connected to the network. Indicates that one or... the computer and indicates that one or more network devices are on the computer and indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device...
...(select models only) Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on . Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all of your network drivers are installed and one or more of the wireless devices are connected to the network. Indicates that one or... the computer and indicates that one or more network devices are on the computer and indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... interference from other devices. Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or...
... interference from other devices. Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... and Security. 2. For more information. 1. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for a WLAN...
... and Security. 2. For more information. 1. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for a WLAN...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... be displayed. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Open your country or region. 3. Select your Internet browser and go to ... using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed 21 Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the search box. 4. Press enter, and then follow...
... be displayed. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Open your country or region. 3. Select your Internet browser and go to ... using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed 21 Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the search box. 4. Press enter, and then follow...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 22 The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ...23 A disc does not play automatically ...24 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 24 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 25 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 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
Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 22 The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ...23 A disc does not play automatically ...24 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 24 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 25 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 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
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... to install any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. 6 Chapter 3 Audio Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be...
... to install any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. 6 Chapter 3 Audio Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... the disc to see a warning message asking if you click No, the computer may behave in either of the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for installed hardware and installs any discs from the center of the installed drives. 4. If...9679; Be sure that the optical drive is clean. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. If this device. Remove any required drivers. ● Click Properties to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for this message is working properly: -The Properties window provides details ...
... the disc to see a warning message asking if you click No, the computer may behave in either of the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for installed hardware and installs any discs from the center of the installed drives. 4. If...9679; Be sure that the optical drive is clean. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. If this device. Remove any required drivers. ● Click Properties to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for this message is working properly: -The Properties window provides details ...