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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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For U.S. support, go to turn on your service label), name, and postal address. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to http://www.hp.com/go/ contactHP. 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 Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant...
For U.S. support, go to turn on your service label), name, and postal address. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to http://www.hp.com/go/ contactHP. 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 Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... digital memory cards such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio device. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Left side 5 Left side Component (1) (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. It is connected to cycle on page 41. Connects optional powered stereo...
... digital memory cards such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio device. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Left side 5 Left side Component (1) (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. It is connected to cycle on page 41. Connects optional powered stereo...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the options displayed. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to enter a security code. If the device is on, the wireless light is a security-enabled...
... and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the options displayed. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to enter a security code. If the device is on, the wireless light is a security-enabled...
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... HDMI device. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connecting speakers You can connect wired headphones to Help and Support. WARNING! Component (7) (8) (9) (10) Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack HDMI port External monitor port Description Produces sound when connected to adjust the volume. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. For details about using the webcam...
... HDMI device. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connecting speakers You can connect wired headphones to Help and Support. WARNING! Component (7) (8) (9) (10) Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack HDMI port External monitor port Description Produces sound when connected to adjust the volume. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. For details about using the webcam...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... when the TouchPad is on common tasks using your fingers scroll, swipe, pinch, and rotate to perform routine tasks. Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on a external mouse. The guide provides information on . From the Start screen, type control, select Control Panel from the list of...
... when the TouchPad is on common tasks using your fingers scroll, swipe, pinch, and rotate to perform routine tasks. Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on a external mouse. The guide provides information on . From the Start screen, type control, select Control Panel from the list of...
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... automated troubleshooting tools and access to your computer. Using the keyboard and mouse 31 Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and your keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you must press the fn key in Setup Utility. Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned function. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the Start screen from an open app...
... automated troubleshooting tools and access to your computer. Using the keyboard and mouse 31 Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and your keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you must press the fn key in Setup Utility. Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned function. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the Start screen from an open app...
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... optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Some computers have a builtin optical drive that must be installed. Using a USB device Most computers have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you...
... optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Some computers have a builtin optical drive that must be installed. Using a USB device Most computers have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all external devices connected to hold all your work and shut down the computer through the operating system. 1. Remove the wireless and memory module compartment cover from the computer: 52 Chapter 8 Maintaining your work easily, like your productivity slows down. The computer has two memory module slots. To add or replace a memory module: CAUTION: To prevent information loss or...
... damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all external devices connected to hold all your work and shut down the computer through the operating system. 1. Remove the wireless and memory module compartment cover from the computer: 52 Chapter 8 Maintaining your work easily, like your productivity slows down. The computer has two memory module slots. To add or replace a memory module: CAUTION: To prevent information loss or...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Select Updates and tune-ups, and then select Check for example, filename.exe). If no instructions are displayed on the screen after it to the BIOS version currently installed on your computer to your hard drive. From the Start screen, select the HP Support...
... recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Select Updates and tune-ups, and then select Check for example, filename.exe). If no instructions are displayed on the screen after it to the BIOS version currently installed on your computer to your hard drive. From the Start screen, select the HP Support...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... and data, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Recovering using a minimized image, you can choose the System Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type help , and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to recover the system without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that best...
... and data, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Recovering using a minimized image, you can choose the System Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type help , and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to recover the system without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that best...
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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... of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the product name affixed to each screw's size and location during removal and replacement. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). Make special note of the...
... of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the product name affixed to each screw's size and location during removal and replacement. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). Make special note of the...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... reliable external power using the AC adapter. If no instructions are revealed, follow these steps: a. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to your hard drive. 100 Chapter 5 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics ENWW NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive...
... reliable external power using the AC adapter. If no instructions are revealed, follow these steps: a. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to your hard drive. 100 Chapter 5 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics ENWW NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 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 recovering your information from the Windows Store, consider using Windows Refresh. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to restore the system to a previous point, automatically created. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page...
... 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 recovering your information from the Windows Store, consider using Windows Refresh. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to restore the system to a previous point, automatically created. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page...
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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...