Wireless Setup Guide
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... the "My Network Settings" table on page 2. If you 're ready to connect the pieces of the wireless button and light varies by opening your or WPA-PSK. Ensure that the computer is connected to AC power during the router setup, contact your router is temporarily connected to the router using the Ethernet cable included with these instructions until you encounter problems at any time...
... the "My Network Settings" table on page 2. If you 're ready to connect the pieces of the wireless button and light varies by opening your or WPA-PSK. Ensure that the computer is connected to AC power during the router setup, contact your router is temporarily connected to the router using the Ethernet cable included with these instructions until you encounter problems at any time...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... a network. wireless router-An all-in-one wireless communication device that indicates interoperability among wireless devices. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-A network protocol for transmitting data packets within the same physical proximity for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)-A type of users...
... a network. wireless router-An all-in-one wireless communication device that indicates interoperability among wireless devices. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-A network protocol for transmitting data packets within the same physical proximity for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)-A type of users...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following tips for more than one Setup Utility feature. Because most passwords are set in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. Several types of passwords can use the same password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set . You can be set, depending on how you want to control access to record each password you set by an outsider. 2 Using passwords A password...
... displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following tips for more than one Setup Utility feature. Because most passwords are set in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. Several types of passwords can use the same password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set . You can be set, depending on how you want to control access to record each password you set by an outsider. 2 Using passwords A password...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power...
... system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Identify your computer. Access the updates on the HP Web site. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Most software and BIOS updates on...
... information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Identify your computer. Access the updates on the HP Web site. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Most software and BIOS updates on...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Follow the instructions on the computer, you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by opening the Setup Utility. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you need this information to locate the update...
... optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Follow the instructions on the computer, you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by opening the Setup Utility. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you need this information to locate the update...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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When the list of the device. 4 Updating software NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. If you may be able to install the updated driver. Select...
When the list of the device. 4 Updating software NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. If you may be able to install the updated driver. Select...
Drives - Windows 7
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... the AC power cord. 11 USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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 equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to...
... the AC power cord. 11 USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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 equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to...
Drives - Windows 7
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... hard drive performance NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more information. To run more efficiently. You may be prompted for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... hard drive performance NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more information. To run more efficiently. You may be prompted for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
Drives - Windows 7
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... the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 Save your work. 2. Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Disconnect all external devices connected to...
... the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 Save your work. 2. Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Disconnect all external devices connected to...
Drives - Windows 7
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... location on -screen instructions. Proceed to install the updated driver. Click your country or region. 2. NOTE: If you can check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 3. Follow the on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. or - When the list...
... location on -screen instructions. Proceed to install the updated driver. Click your country or region. 2. NOTE: If you can check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 3. Follow the on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. or - When the list...
Drives - Windows 7
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... E external drive 11 H hard disk drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 hard drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 O optical disc playing 6 removing 10 optical drive 2, 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 DVD drive 2, 11...
... E external drive 11 H hard disk drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 hard drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 O optical disc playing 6 removing 10 optical drive 2, 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 DVD drive 2, 11...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 2 Chapter 2 Components To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
... and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 2 Chapter 2 Components To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vent (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (select models only) (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Description Attaches an optional security cable to cycle on your computer model, the computer may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this section. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick...
... to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vent (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (select models only) (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Description Attaches an optional security cable to cycle on your computer model, the computer may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this section. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the product's hardware components. This is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This is the product name affixed to the computer provide information you may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. 3 Labels The labels affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2).
... of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the product's hardware components. This is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This is the product name affixed to the computer provide information you may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. 3 Labels The labels affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2).
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Setting pointing device preferences 1 To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Functions like the right button on the screen. 1 Using pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad on an external mouse...
... TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Setting pointing device preferences 1 To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Functions like the right button on the screen. 1 Using pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad on an external mouse...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... activate the scrolling function. Simply sliding your computer, and select Mouse settings. Then, right-click the device representing your finger from the TouchPad to go. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. NOTE: If you are using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the computer. 2 Chapter 1 Using pointing devices Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the scroll...
... activate the scrolling function. Simply sliding your computer, and select Mouse settings. Then, right-click the device representing your finger from the TouchPad to go. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. NOTE: If you are using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the computer. 2 Chapter 1 Using pointing devices Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the scroll...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... Device Manager. 3. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Refer to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Cannot connect...
... Device Manager. 3. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Refer to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Cannot connect...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... use your hard drive. Click your computer model number in the following sections. Then in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the optical drive. 2. NOTE: If you may need to update your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any other drivers you may be reinstalled 1. Open your Internet...
... use your hard drive. Click your computer model number in the following sections. Then in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the optical drive. 2. NOTE: If you may need to update your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any other drivers you may be reinstalled 1. Open your Internet...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... a new battery. Calibrating a battery 15 Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Click OK. 10. Click Save changes. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off . The battery light on . 3. Click the battery meter icon in use...
... a new battery. Calibrating a battery 15 Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Click OK. 10. Click Save changes. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off . The battery light on . 3. Click the battery meter icon in use...