User Guide - Windows 8
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...and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons ...10 Keys ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN ...15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only...
...and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons ...10 Keys ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN ...15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only...
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... wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 Using an optional security cable lock 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 62 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...62 Updating the BIOS ...62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics ...63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery ...67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP...
... wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 Using an optional security cable lock 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 62 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...62 Updating the BIOS ...62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics ...63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery ...67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you request a printed copy of apps. support, go to the addresses above. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of your warranty, please include your product part number, warranty period (found on your computer and...
... where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you request a printed copy of apps. support, go to the addresses above. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of your warranty, please include your product part number, warranty period (found on your computer and...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... (2) External monitor port Vent (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB 2.0 port (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: For details about different types of personal injury, adjust the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Enables airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. To reduce the risk of USB ports, see...
... (2) External monitor port Vent (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB 2.0 port (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: For details about different types of personal injury, adjust the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Enables airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. To reduce the risk of USB ports, see...
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..., notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that the WLAN device is on , the wireless light is a security-enabled WLAN, you are listed, you want to connect to set up a new connection or network. Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. If...
..., notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that the WLAN device is on , the wireless light is a security-enabled WLAN, you are listed, you want to connect to set up a new connection or network. Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. If...
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...) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack HDMI port External monitor port Description Produces sound when connected to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. With the webcam, you can stream video with friends and colleagues next door or on page 23. To enhance your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. 20 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features To connect wireless headphones or speakers to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Using audio On...
...) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack HDMI port External monitor port Description Produces sound when connected to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. With the webcam, you can stream video with friends and colleagues next door or on page 23. To enhance your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. 20 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features To connect wireless headphones or speakers to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Using audio On...
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... a external mouse. From the Start screen, type control, select Control Panel from the list of the USB ports on /off when the TouchPad is on common tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. Turning the TouchPad off or on To turn the TouchPad off or on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on the computer. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures that let your computer TouchPad or on a touch screen (select models only). NOTE: TouchPad...
... a external mouse. From the Start screen, type control, select Control Panel from the list of the USB ports on /off when the TouchPad is on common tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. Turning the TouchPad off or on To turn the TouchPad off or on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on the computer. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures that let your computer TouchPad or on a touch screen (select models only). NOTE: TouchPad...
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... operating properly. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. To use an action key function, press and hold down the key. You can prevent the computer from the computer using the external VGA video standard. f7 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of a DVD or a BD. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on the country or region, your computer. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS...
... operating properly. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. To use an action key function, press and hold down the key. You can prevent the computer from the computer using the external VGA video standard. f7 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of a DVD or a BD. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on the country or region, your computer. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... quick data transfer. USB 3.0 ports, also known as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub. Using a USB device 41 For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your phone or camera. Some computers have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. Your computer may have their own power source. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives...
... quick data transfer. USB 3.0 ports, also known as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub. Using a USB device 41 For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your phone or camera. Some computers have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. Your computer may have their own power source. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... power cord and remove all external devices connected to hold all your work easily, like your physical work , your computer. Then shut down on -screen instructions. Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. 1. To reduce the risk of the memory module slots. The computer has two memory module slots. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by touching...
... power cord and remove all external devices connected to hold all your work easily, like your physical work , your computer. Then shut down on -screen instructions. Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. 1. To reduce the risk of the memory module slots. The computer has two memory module slots. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by touching...
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... the hard drive. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. From the Start screen, type file, and then select File Explorer. 2. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on -screen instructions to download your hard drive that contains the update. 4. Follow the on your selection to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The hard drive designation...
... the hard drive. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. From the Start screen, type file, and then select File Explorer. 2. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on -screen instructions to download your hard drive that contains the update. 4. Follow the on your selection to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The hard drive designation...
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...Recovering using a minimized image, you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information and steps for using Windows System Restore, see Windows Help and Support. Restore and recovery 67 From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you can use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive...
...Recovering using a minimized image, you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information and steps for using Windows System Restore, see Windows Help and Support. Restore and recovery 67 From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you can use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...monitor port, identifying 20 F firewall software 59 fn key, identifying 11, 32 fun things to do 1 H hard drive bay, identifying 12 hard drive light 6 HDMI configuring audio 23 HDMI port, connecting 22 HDMI port, identifying 5, 20 Hibernation enabling 35 initiated during critical battery level 38 high-definition devices, connecting 22 hot keys description 32 display system information 33 using 32 HP and third-party software updates, installing 60 HP Recovery Manager 69 correcting boot problems 70 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 66 recovery 70 HP Recovery partition 69 recovery 69 removing...
...monitor port, identifying 20 F firewall software 59 fn key, identifying 11, 32 fun things to do 1 H hard drive bay, identifying 12 hard drive light 6 HDMI configuring audio 23 HDMI port, connecting 22 HDMI port, identifying 5, 20 Hibernation enabling 35 initiated during critical battery level 38 high-definition devices, connecting 22 hot keys description 32 display system information 33 using 32 HP and third-party software updates, installing 60 HP Recovery Manager 69 correcting boot problems 70 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 66 recovery 70 HP Recovery partition 69 recovery 69 removing...
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...webcam light, identifying 7, 19 internal display switch, identifying 7 internal microphone, identifying 7, 19 Internet connection setup 16 Internet security software, using 59 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5, 20 audio-out (headphone) 5, 20 network 5 RJ-45 (network) 5 K keyboard hot keys, identifying 32 keys action 11 esc 11 fn 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L labels Bluetooth 13 regulatory 13 serial number 13 service 13 wireless certification 13 WLAN 13 latch, battery release 12 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 9 hard drive 6 optical drive 4 power 6, 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 7, 19 wireless...
...webcam light, identifying 7, 19 internal display switch, identifying 7 internal microphone, identifying 7, 19 Internet connection setup 16 Internet security software, using 59 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5, 20 audio-out (headphone) 5, 20 network 5 RJ-45 (network) 5 K keyboard hot keys, identifying 32 keys action 11 esc 11 fn 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L labels Bluetooth 13 regulatory 13 serial number 13 service 13 wireless certification 13 WLAN 13 latch, battery release 12 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 9 hard drive 6 optical drive 4 power 6, 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 7, 19 wireless...
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... recovery 69 system restore point creating 65 restoring 67 T temperature 38 TouchPad buttons 8 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 rotating 27 scrolling 26 zooming 27 TouchPad light 8 TouchPad on/off button 8 TouchPad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 13, 38, 55 troubleshooting AC adapter 39 turning off the computer 40 U unresponsive system 40 USB cable, connecting 42 USB devices connecting 41 description 41 removing 42 USB hubs 41 USB ports, identifying 4, 5, 19 using external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings...
... recovery 69 system restore point creating 65 restoring 67 T temperature 38 TouchPad buttons 8 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 rotating 27 scrolling 26 zooming 27 TouchPad light 8 TouchPad on/off button 8 TouchPad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 13, 38, 55 troubleshooting AC adapter 39 turning off the computer 40 U unresponsive system 40 USB cable, connecting 42 USB devices connecting 41 description 41 removing 42 USB hubs 41 USB ports, identifying 4, 5, 19 using external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. ● Product name (1). This is unique to the front of the computer. ● Serial number...
... number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. ● Product name (1). This is unique to the front of the computer. ● Serial number...
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... you connect your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. NOTE: If you are ready to install the update. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file...
... you connect your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. NOTE: If you are ready to install the update. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that best matches your situation and level of expertise: ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory...
... Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that best matches your situation and level of expertise: ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory...
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... downloading an update 100 updating 99 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 113 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power 11 right TouchPad 9 TouchPad on/off 9 C cables service considerations 31 caps lock light identifying 10 chipset product description 2 components bottom 13 display 8 front 7 left side 6 right side 5 top 9 computer feet locating 38 spare part number 27 computer major components illustrated 15 computer reset 111 computer specifications 103 connectors service considerations 31 D deleted files restoring 110 Digital Media Slot identifying 6 display...
... downloading an update 100 updating 99 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 113 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power 11 right TouchPad 9 TouchPad on/off 9 C cables service considerations 31 caps lock light identifying 10 chipset product description 2 components bottom 13 display 8 front 7 left side 6 right side 5 top 9 computer feet locating 38 spare part number 27 computer major components illustrated 15 computer reset 111 computer specifications 103 connectors service considerations 31 D deleted files restoring 110 Digital Media Slot identifying 6 display...
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... 1 removing 96 spare part number 25, 26, 27 product description audio 3 chipset 2 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external media cards 3 graphics 2 hard drive 3 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 4 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 3 power requirements 4 processor 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 3 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovery 110, 111 discs 109, 113 HP Recovery Manager 112 media 113 starting 112 supported discs 109 system 112 USB flash drive 113 using HP Recovery media 109 recovery media creating 108 creating using HP Recovery Manager 109...
... 1 removing 96 spare part number 25, 26, 27 product description audio 3 chipset 2 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external media cards 3 graphics 2 hard drive 3 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 4 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 3 power requirements 4 processor 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 3 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovery 110, 111 discs 109, 113 HP Recovery Manager 112 media 113 starting 112 supported discs 109 system 112 USB flash drive 113 using HP Recovery media 109 recovery media creating 108 creating using HP Recovery Manager 109...