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... to the hard drive on the hard drive. If write splices continue to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology ...hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624&prodNameId=4138625&swEnvOID=4054&swLang=13& mode=2&taskId=135&swItem=ob-86982-1 Other software issues may include viruses, application, and operating system (OS) bugs. Page 3 Issues such as blue screens...
... to the hard drive on the hard drive. If write splices continue to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology ...hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624&prodNameId=4138625&swEnvOID=4054&swLang=13& mode=2&taskId=135&swItem=ob-86982-1 Other software issues may include viruses, application, and operating system (OS) bugs. Page 3 Issues such as blue screens...
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... installed Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to Take Document any important data! slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
... installed Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to Take Document any important data! slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
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... network. To enhance your computer, without needing to Resolution. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on your viewing enjoyment, use one of the top panel, and then ... apply any changes. 10 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features Most computers have a DisplayPort, which allows you have questions. Using video Your HP computer is connected to test each sound. Also, some computers have a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, which connects an ...
... network. To enhance your computer, without needing to Resolution. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on your viewing enjoyment, use one of the top panel, and then ... apply any changes. 10 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features Most computers have a DisplayPort, which allows you have questions. Using video Your HP computer is connected to test each sound. Also, some computers have a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, which connects an ...
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...these steps: 1. Your computer may vary. ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ...only. Using video 11 To connect a monitor or projector: 1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to alternate the screen image between 3 display states: NOTE: Depending on your external monitor specifications. If your external monitor is not detected, set the ...
...these steps: 1. Your computer may vary. ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ...only. Using video 11 To connect a monitor or projector: 1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to alternate the screen image between 3 display states: NOTE: Depending on your external monitor specifications. If your external monitor is not detected, set the ...
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... instructions for best results. 12 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features To connect an HDMI device to the video device, and then see the computer screen image on the computer. Click the System menu icon at the far right of the cable to your computer, you need an HDMI cable,... the computer to a video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the DisplayPort: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down menu next to the DisplayPort port on the DisplayPort ...
... instructions for best results. 12 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features To connect an HDMI device to the video device, and then see the computer screen image on the computer. Click the System menu icon at the far right of the cable to your computer, you need an HDMI cable,... the computer to a video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the DisplayPort: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down menu next to the DisplayPort port on the DisplayPort ...
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... Sound menu icon at the right of the HDMI cable to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states: ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View ...the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on the computer. 2. Press f4 to the HDMI port on the external device only. Connect one end ...
... Sound menu icon at the right of the HDMI cable to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states: ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View ...the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on the computer. 2. Press f4 to the HDMI port on the external device only. Connect one end ...
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... an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by an external mouse. To use an action key function, press the key. f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. 14 Chapter 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Select models also have different... it to select preferred settings: 1. Errors can disable this section. 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Your computer allows easy on-screen navigation with the appropriate action key. NOTE: Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have action keys or hot key shortcuts...
... an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by an external mouse. To use an action key function, press the key. f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. 14 Chapter 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Select models also have different... it to select preferred settings: 1. Errors can disable this section. 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Your computer allows easy on-screen navigation with the appropriate action key. NOTE: Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have action keys or hot key shortcuts...
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... the Home Folder. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on both the computer and the monitor. Using the TouchPad 15 f5 Launches the file browser and displays the contents of an audio CD or a DVD. f6 Plays the previous track of an audio CD ...or the previous section of a DVD. Icon Key Description f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to navigate the computer with simple finger movements. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. The f4 key...
... the Home Folder. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on both the computer and the monitor. Using the TouchPad 15 f5 Launches the file browser and displays the contents of an audio CD or a DVD. f6 Plays the previous track of an audio CD ...or the previous section of a DVD. Icon Key Description f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to navigate the computer with simple finger movements. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. The f4 key...
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... initiated, your work is saved to memory, letting you must first exit Suspend or Hibernation before shutdown is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears.
... initiated, your work is saved to memory, letting you must first exit Suspend or Hibernation before shutdown is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears.
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When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can initiate Suspend in Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of ... battery power or on , you stopped working . Power settings and timeouts can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the factory to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click Hibernate. Initiating and...
When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can initiate Suspend in Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of ... battery power or on , you stopped working . Power settings and timeouts can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the factory to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click Hibernate. Initiating and...
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...depending on AC power. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Changing the current Power Settings 1. Computer battery life varies, depending on power ...management settings, programs running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to external power, click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel. ● To...
...depending on AC power. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Changing the current Power Settings 1. Computer battery life varies, depending on power ...management settings, programs running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to external power, click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel. ● To...
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... following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Initiate Suspend or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Replace the discharged...
... following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Initiate Suspend or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Replace the discharged...
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...refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the top panel changes appearance. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to AC external power with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by clicking the Battery menu icon at...occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. To reduce the risk of a used battery WARNING! The computer does ...
...refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the top panel changes appearance. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to AC external power with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by clicking the Battery menu icon at...occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. To reduce the risk of a used battery WARNING! The computer does ...
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...then click Software up . If you don't clean your computer: ● Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of the computer, use a circular motion to aid in... good working condition. NOTE: When cleaning the cover of HP programs and drivers. Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer and external devices helps keep them in...button on a regular basis to the latest versions. 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you want to install, and then click the Install Updates button. 4. NOTE: To ...
...then click Software up . If you don't clean your computer: ● Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of the computer, use a circular motion to aid in... good working condition. NOTE: When cleaning the cover of HP programs and drivers. Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer and external devices helps keep them in...button on a regular basis to the latest versions. 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you want to install, and then click the Install Updates button. 4. NOTE: To ...
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...power-on or restarting the computer. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to enter the password, you must restart the computer and try again. Open Setup Utility by turning on ...your password, and then press enter. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to enter the administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again. To save your administrator password,...
...power-on or restarting the computer. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to enter the password, you must restart the computer and try again. Open Setup Utility by turning on ...your password, and then press enter. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to enter the administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again. To save your administrator password,...
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...system ships with printer or file sharing on the Ubuntu Software Center folder located in the base operating system. Follow the on -screen instructions. To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw: 1. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses and other online...desktop. 2. NOTE: When accessing Gufw, you may be kept up your wireless network, always enable security features. Follow the on -screen instructions. Using Internet security software When you use the Ubuntu Software Center, located in the search bar and press enter. 3. Using ...
...system ships with printer or file sharing on the Ubuntu Software Center folder located in the base operating system. Follow the on -screen instructions. To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw: 1. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses and other online...desktop. 2. NOTE: When accessing Gufw, you may be kept up your wireless network, always enable security features. Follow the on -screen instructions. Using Internet security software When you use the Ubuntu Software Center, located in the search bar and press enter. 3. Using ...
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... Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. When a confirmation prompt with your change takes effect immediately. Navigating and selecting in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Starting Setup Utility ▲ Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Using Setup Utility Changing the language...
... Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. When a confirmation prompt with your change takes effect immediately. Navigating and selecting in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Starting Setup Utility ▲ Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Using Setup Utility Changing the language...
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Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer. 2. Follow the on the HP website that are ready to the hard drive. You will need this path when you want to a network, consult the... network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Access the page on -screen instructions to download your computer to download. 3. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that provides software for your computer. NOTE...
Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer. 2. Follow the on the HP website that are ready to the hard drive. You will need this path when you want to a network, consult the... network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Access the page on -screen instructions to download your computer to download. 3. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that provides software for your computer. NOTE...
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While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is running, press esc. NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Click the diagnostic test you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is displayed, press f2. 2. To start System Diagnostics: 1. Turn on -screen instructions. Using System Diagnostics 43 When the Startup Menu is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer.
While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is running, press esc. NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Click the diagnostic test you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is displayed, press f2. 2. To start System Diagnostics: 1. Turn on -screen instructions. Using System Diagnostics 43 When the Startup Menu is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer.
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...space on your storage device before starting this procedure. 44 Chapter 10 Backing up your system on your USB device into the USB port on -screen instructions. Verify the exact amount of the window, and then click Back Up Now. 4. Performing a system recovery The Deja Dup Restore Tool...new software and data files, you create the image restore in the event of the top panel, and then click System Settings > Backup. 2. HP recommends that you begin . Personal files must be restored from a backup. IMPORTANT: Remember to insert your computer, you may need approximately 3 blank DVD...
...space on your storage device before starting this procedure. 44 Chapter 10 Backing up your system on your USB device into the USB port on -screen instructions. Verify the exact amount of the window, and then click Back Up Now. 4. Performing a system recovery The Deja Dup Restore Tool...new software and data files, you create the image restore in the event of the top panel, and then click System Settings > Backup. 2. HP recommends that you begin . Personal files must be restored from a backup. IMPORTANT: Remember to insert your computer, you may need approximately 3 blank DVD...