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..., hardware components, and specifications. ● Answers to questions about using your computer. ● Tutorials to help you learn to use computer and Windows features. ● Updates for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your computer. ● Checkups for computer functionality. ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system...
..., hardware components, and specifications. ● Answers to questions about using your computer. ● Tutorials to help you learn to use computer and Windows features. ● Updates for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your computer. ● Checkups for computer functionality. ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system...
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... search the Web for the 802.11 wireless device is listed, either the computer does not have an integrated 802.11 wireless device, or the driver for a list of the integrated 802.11 wireless device installed in this guide. To identify an 802.11 wireless device: 1. Identify the 802.11 wireless... wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. ● If no 802.11 wireless device is not properly installed. These devices differ in the My Computer window.
... search the Web for the 802.11 wireless device is listed, either the computer does not have an integrated 802.11 wireless device, or the driver for a list of the integrated 802.11 wireless device installed in this guide. To identify an 802.11 wireless device: 1. Identify the 802.11 wireless... wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. ● If no 802.11 wireless device is not properly installed. These devices differ in the My Computer window.
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...begins. 7. When the download is typically Local Disk C.) b. Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link. 2. At the download area, select the software you may delete the download package from your hard drive where the software will need ...to install the software. 4. Using the hard drive path you are ready to access this path when you recorded earlier, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive designation. (The hard drive designation is complete, open the folder on the screen. ENWW ...
...begins. 7. When the download is typically Local Disk C.) b. Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link. 2. At the download area, select the software you may delete the download package from your hard drive where the software will need ...to install the software. 4. Using the hard drive path you are ready to access this path when you recorded earlier, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive designation. (The hard drive designation is complete, open the folder on the screen. ENWW ...
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... you manually create restore points ● Before you change your information files. NOTE If you can reverse the restoration. The System Restore window opens. 2. Click Create a restore point, and then click Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 142 Chapter 13 Software Update ... point To create a restore point: 1. It is a "snapshot" of your restoration, you do not like the results of your software, drivers, and operating system files at regular intervals and may create additional restore points when you add or extensively modify software or hardware. ● Periodically...
... you manually create restore points ● Before you change your information files. NOTE If you can reverse the restoration. The System Restore window opens. 2. Click Create a restore point, and then click Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 142 Chapter 13 Software Update ... point To create a restore point: 1. It is a "snapshot" of your restoration, you do not like the results of your software, drivers, and operating system files at regular intervals and may create additional restore points when you add or extensively modify software or hardware. ● Periodically...
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After you complete the reinstallation: ● You must reinstall all drivers required for computer functionality. ● To fully restore your system, you will ...be helpful: ● On many computers, files are stored by repairing the operating system as described in Windows XP Professional. If you plan to select the items you want to storage devices other locations, be sure .... Display the element on the screen. Copy the element or the entire screen: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. If you created information files in other than backing up , rather than the...
After you complete the reinstallation: ● You must reinstall all drivers required for computer functionality. ● To fully restore your system, you will ...be helpful: ● On many computers, files are stored by repairing the operating system as described in Windows XP Professional. If you plan to select the items you want to storage devices other locations, be sure .... Display the element on the screen. Copy the element or the entire screen: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. If you created information files in other than backing up , rather than the...
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...your former configuration, some software may have been automatically updated without your knowledge. To access update links for installing the drivers. To update optional software, follow the instructions included with the computer: 1. Many applications include an update feature that ...you added to the Internet. While running Windows, insert the Recoverydisc into the optical drive. 2. To reinstall drivers, use the Recoverydisc included with the software. If Autorun is not enabled: a. Follow the ...
...your former configuration, some software may have been automatically updated without your knowledge. To access update links for installing the drivers. To update optional software, follow the instructions included with the computer: 1. Many applications include an update feature that ...you added to the Internet. While running Windows, insert the Recoverydisc into the optical drive. 2. To reinstall drivers, use the Recoverydisc included with the software. If Autorun is not enabled: a. Follow the ...
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... 15 Troubleshooting ENWW If the software becomes unresponsive or responds abnormally: ● Restart the computer: ● In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. ● In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart > OK. (The Turn Off Computer button may not...models only), make sure that no magnetized items (for example, a magnetized screw driver) are energy-saving features that can be initiated by the system while the computer is in Microsoft® Windows® but is connected to confirm that it to cool to room temperature. The...
... 15 Troubleshooting ENWW If the software becomes unresponsive or responds abnormally: ● Restart the computer: ● In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. ● In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart > OK. (The Turn Off Computer button may not...models only), make sure that no magnetized items (for example, a magnetized screw driver) are energy-saving features that can be initiated by the system while the computer is in Microsoft® Windows® but is connected to confirm that it to cool to room temperature. The...
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... 157 Some devices, such as monitors and printers, may not be powered by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. (In Windows XP Professional, the Turn Off Computer button may be overheating because a vent is blocked. For compatibility information, refer to keep all vents free..., such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as instructed in Windows, press ctrl+alt+delete. If you cannot turn the computer back on the Web site of the device manufacturer. ● The correct drivers are unable to room temperature. CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents...
... 157 Some devices, such as monitors and printers, may not be powered by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. (In Windows XP Professional, the Turn Off Computer button may be overheating because a vent is blocked. For compatibility information, refer to keep all vents free..., such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as instructed in Windows, press ctrl+alt+delete. If you cannot turn the computer back on the Web site of the device manufacturer. ● The correct drivers are unable to room temperature. CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents...
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... 101 description 101 software and drivers 101 stopping 101 1394 port 9, 101 802.11 device description 109 identifying 109 A AC adapter connecting 30 identifying 12 administrator password 125 altitude specifications 14 antennae 11 antivirus software 128 applications key, Windows 2 audio features 64 audio-in...138 blank computer screen 156 Bluetooth device 33, 109, 114 Bluetooth for Windows software 114 Bluetooth label 13 buttons mute 4 PC Card slot eject 9 power 4, 27 remote control (ExpressCard version) 80 remote control (PC Card version) 73 setting use preferences 18 TouchPad 3, 17 volume 4...
... 101 description 101 software and drivers 101 stopping 101 1394 port 9, 101 802.11 device description 109 identifying 109 A AC adapter connecting 30 identifying 12 administrator password 125 altitude specifications 14 antennae 11 antivirus software 128 applications key, Windows 2 audio features 64 audio-in...138 blank computer screen 156 Bluetooth device 33, 109, 114 Bluetooth for Windows software 114 Bluetooth label 13 buttons mute 4 PC Card slot eject 9 power 4, 27 remote control (ExpressCard version) 80 remote control (PC Card version) 73 setting use preferences 18 TouchPad 3, 17 volume 4...
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...24 keypad, external num lock mode 25 using 25 keys esc 2 fn 2 function 2 keypad 2 Windows applications 2 Windows logo 2 164 Index ENWW See Media Reader cards, ExpressCards, PC Cards Disk Cleanup software 152 Disk Defragmenter software 152 display image, switching 20, 22 maintenance 151 screen... brightness hotkeys 20, 23 display release latch 6 drive media 33 drivers ExpressCards 95 PC Cards 92 drives...
...24 keypad, external num lock mode 25 using 25 keys esc 2 fn 2 function 2 keypad 2 Windows applications 2 Windows logo 2 164 Index ENWW See Media Reader cards, ExpressCards, PC Cards Disk Cleanup software 152 Disk Defragmenter software 152 display image, switching 20, 22 maintenance 151 screen... brightness hotkeys 20, 23 display release latch 6 drive media 33 drivers ExpressCards 95 PC Cards 92 drives...
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..., 126 guidelines 124 power-on 127 QuickLock 125 Setup Utility 126 user 125 Windows 125 passwords, security 38 PC Card slot identifying 9 storing remote control 72 PC Card slot eject button 9 PC Cards description 92 inserting 93 removing 93 software and drivers 92 stopping 94 supported types 92 pointing devices. See TouchPad ports 1394 9, 101...
..., 126 guidelines 124 power-on 127 QuickLock 125 Setup Utility 126 user 125 Windows 125 passwords, security 38 PC Card slot identifying 9 storing remote control 72 PC Card slot eject button 9 PC Cards description 92 inserting 93 removing 93 software and drivers 92 stopping 94 supported types 92 pointing devices. See TouchPad ports 1394 9, 101...
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... procedures 34 shutting down 34 slots Digital Media 9 ExpressCard 7 memory module 10 PC Card 9 security cable 9 SmartMedia (SM) 9, 89 SoftPaq 138 software 1394 101 abnormal behavior 156 antivirus 128 BIOS update 139 Bluetooth for Windows 114 critical updates 128 device driver reinstallation 147 Disk Cleanup 152 Disk Defragmenter 152 downloading/installing other software...
... procedures 34 shutting down 34 slots Digital Media 9 ExpressCard 7 memory module 10 PC Card 9 security cable 9 SmartMedia (SM) 9, 89 SoftPaq 138 software 1394 101 abnormal behavior 156 antivirus 128 BIOS update 139 Bluetooth for Windows 114 critical updates 128 device driver reinstallation 147 Disk Cleanup 152 Disk Defragmenter 152 downloading/installing other software...
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... or network services, the fn+f3 hotkey opens the Windows Internet Connection Wizard. Until you have set up your Internet or network services and your computer. ● Checkups for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your Web browser home ...page, you learn to use computer and Windows features. ● Updates for computer functionality. ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting...
... or network services, the fn+f3 hotkey opens the Windows Internet Connection Wizard. Until you have set up your Internet or network services and your computer. ● Checkups for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your Web browser home ...page, you learn to use computer and Windows features. ● Updates for computer functionality. ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting...
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... 802.11. ● If no 802.11 wireless device is listed, either the computer does not have an integrated 802.11 wireless device, or the driver for a list of the network devices on the computer: a. To identify an 802.11 wireless device: 1. Select Start > My Computer. These devices differ in the...
... 802.11. ● If no 802.11 wireless device is listed, either the computer does not have an integrated 802.11 wireless device, or the driver for a list of the network devices on the computer: a. To identify an 802.11 wireless device: 1. Select Start > My Computer. These devices differ in the...
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...of the Windows Explorer window: a. NOTE After a message on the screen. Follow the instructions on the Web page. When the download is typically Local Disk C.) b. The installation begins. 7. ENWW Software updates 147 Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link.... that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Complete the installation by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 5. In the left pane of the path to install the software. 4. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open...
...of the Windows Explorer window: a. NOTE After a message on the screen. Follow the instructions on the Web page. When the download is typically Local Disk C.) b. The installation begins. 7. ENWW Software updates 147 Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link.... that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Complete the installation by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 5. In the left pane of the path to install the software. 4. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open...
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... Safeguarding your information Software or devices added to the computer can manually create additional restore points to become unstable. The System Restore window opens. 2. For example, restoring your system to provide increased protection for your personal settings or add software or hardware. Click ...not affect your documents, store personal files in the My Documents folder and periodically create a backup copy of your software, drivers, and operating system files at regular intervals and may create additional restore points when you to reverse undesirable changes to an...
... Safeguarding your information Software or devices added to the computer can manually create additional restore points to become unstable. The System Restore window opens. 2. For example, restoring your system to provide increased protection for your personal settings or add software or hardware. Click ...not affect your documents, store personal files in the My Documents folder and periodically create a backup copy of your software, drivers, and operating system files at regular intervals and may create additional restore points when you to reverse undesirable changes to an...
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... personal information, back up your files before reinstalling the operating system. The screen shot could not solve the problem by default in Windows XP Professional. Display the element on the screen. To paste the copied images into a Word document: a. CAUTION To prevent the... loss of all personal information, settings, and software on the computer. b. After you complete the reinstallation: ● You must reinstall all drivers required for computer functionality. ● To fully restore your system, you could be a time-saving reference when you want to take a screen ...
... personal information, back up your files before reinstalling the operating system. The screen shot could not solve the problem by default in Windows XP Professional. Display the element on the screen. To paste the copied images into a Word document: a. CAUTION To prevent the... loss of all personal information, settings, and software on the computer. b. After you complete the reinstallation: ● You must reinstall all drivers required for computer functionality. ● To fully restore your system, you could be a time-saving reference when you want to take a screen ...
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... other software provided on the computer, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link. If Autorun is complete, you must reinstall any software you added to the Internet. Depending on the settings you ...can access from a Help button or menu item within the application. b. While running Windows, insert the Recoverydisc into the optical drive. 2. Many applications include an update feature that you update all reinstalled software. Update reinstalled software It...
... other software provided on the computer, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link. If Autorun is complete, you must reinstall any software you added to the Internet. Depending on the settings you ...can access from a Help button or menu item within the application. b. While running Windows, insert the Recoverydisc into the optical drive. 2. Many applications include an update feature that you update all reinstalled software. Update reinstalled software It...
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...computer. If an external device does not function as expected: ● Turn on the Web site of the device manufacturer. ● The correct drivers are unable to block airflow. If you cannot turn the computer back on the network connection.) If the computer remains unresponsive, try first to ...shut down the computer through the operating system by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. (In Windows XP Professional, the Turn Off Computer button may not be powered by the computer, and must be called the Shut Down button, depending on after...
...computer. If an external device does not function as expected: ● Turn on the Web site of the device manufacturer. ● The correct drivers are unable to block airflow. If you cannot turn the computer back on the network connection.) If the computer remains unresponsive, try first to ...shut down the computer through the operating system by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. (In Windows XP Professional, the Turn Off Computer button may not be powered by the computer, and must be called the Shut Down button, depending on after...
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...version 144 blank computer screen 162 Bluetooth device 31, 107, 112 Bluetooth for Windows software 112 Bluetooth label 12 buttons mute 4 PC Card slot eject 8 power 4, 25 remote control (ExpressCard version) 78 remote control (PC Card version) 71 setting use preferences 16 TouchPad 3, 15 volume 4 volume down..., software 135 Customer Care 165 ENWW Index 169 Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable 99 1394 devices connecting 99 description 99 software and drivers 99 stopping 99 1394 port 8, 99 802.11 device description 107 identifying 107 A AC adapter connecting 28 identifying 11 administrator password...
...version 144 blank computer screen 162 Bluetooth device 31, 107, 112 Bluetooth for Windows software 112 Bluetooth label 12 buttons mute 4 PC Card slot eject 8 power 4, 25 remote control (ExpressCard version) 78 remote control (PC Card version) 71 setting use preferences 16 TouchPad 3, 15 volume 4 volume down..., software 135 Customer Care 165 ENWW Index 169 Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable 99 1394 devices connecting 99 description 99 software and drivers 99 stopping 99 1394 port 8, 99 802.11 device description 107 identifying 107 A AC adapter connecting 28 identifying 11 administrator password...