Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... patches to prevent other start in BIOS mode and run in error message May be able to start -up problems. Go to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run memory and hard drive tests. Do the tasks listed under, "LEDs glow, fan noise....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 error message Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and Restore the BIOS defaults (f9) Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Hard Drive Test Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8...
... patches to prevent other start in BIOS mode and run in error message May be able to start -up problems. Go to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run memory and hard drive tests. Do the tasks listed under, "LEDs glow, fan noise....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 error message Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and Restore the BIOS defaults (f9) Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Hard Drive Test Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...on password 94 Using antivirus software ...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up ...
...on password 94 Using antivirus software ...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up ...
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...hotkey Press fn+esc (1) and (2) to display information about your Windows operating system and computer, answers to questions, tutorials, and updates to your computer. Press and hold f10 to increase speaker volume incrementally. 32 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard The f4 key can...brightness level incrementally. Press and hold f2 to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number. Press f8 to decrease speaker volume incrementally. Press f7 to the computer. Press and ...
...hotkey Press fn+esc (1) and (2) to display information about your Windows operating system and computer, answers to questions, tutorials, and updates to your computer. Press and hold f10 to increase speaker volume incrementally. 32 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard The f4 key can...brightness level incrementally. Press and hold f2 to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number. Press f8 to decrease speaker volume incrementally. Press f7 to the computer. Press and ...
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... viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized...feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Critical security updates ● Optional security cable NOTE: Security solutions are designed to a Windows user account Unauthorized removal of risks. NOTE: ...
... viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized...feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Critical security updates ● Optional security cable NOTE: Security solutions are designed to a Windows user account Unauthorized removal of risks. NOTE: ...
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... computer is stored on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. NOTE: The computer system... BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To update the software, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact ...
... computer is stored on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. NOTE: The computer system... BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To update the software, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact ...
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... Setup Utility by turning on the computer, you currently have, and then download and install the new BIOS. Updating the BIOS 103 While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other system information is displayed in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you are...
... Setup Utility by turning on the computer, you currently have, and then download and install the new BIOS. Updating the BIOS 103 While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other system information is displayed in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you are...
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... the download is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Follow any instructions... to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. At the download area, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the...
... the download is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Follow any instructions... to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. At the download area, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the...
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... click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. If you may be able to install. 7. 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 To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your hard drive. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your...
... click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. If you may be able to install. 7. 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 To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your hard drive. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your...
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... battery release latch 55 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 61 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8 hard drive 8 BD copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 67 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 67 Bluetooth device...
... battery release latch 55 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 61 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8 hard drive 8 BD copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 67 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 67 Bluetooth device...