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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... format, you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your risk of injury. ● Electrical and mechanical safety information. ● Chat online with Windows 8. ● A broad range of apps. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on your service label), name, and postal address. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type...
... format, you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your risk of injury. ● Electrical and mechanical safety information. ● Chat online with Windows 8. ● A broad range of apps. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on your service label), name, and postal address. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...Connects an optional video or audio device, such as Secure Digital (SD). WARNING! Left side 5 Connects a network cable. Reads data from and writes data to cool internal components. 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. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to a headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Connects optional powered...
...Connects an optional video or audio device, such as Secure Digital (SD). WARNING! Left side 5 Connects a network cable. Reads data from and writes data to cool internal components. 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. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to a headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Connects optional powered...
User Guide - Windows 8
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..., to complete the connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the Start screen, type network and sharing. If the wireless light is displayed, allowing you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the WLAN you are listed, you to enter a security code. From the Desktop, click the network status icon in the...
..., to complete the connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the Start screen, type network and sharing. If the wireless light is displayed, allowing you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the WLAN you are listed, you to enter a security code. From the Desktop, click the network status icon in the...
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..., see Configuring audio settings (with HDMI TV) on the other side of apps. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Connecting headphones You can stream video with friends and colleagues next door or on page 23. 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 external VGA monitor or projector. To connect wireless speakers...
..., see Configuring audio settings (with HDMI TV) on the other side of apps. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Connecting headphones You can stream video with friends and colleagues next door or on page 23. 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 external VGA monitor or projector. To connect wireless speakers...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... supported in addition to control the pointing device on . Using the TouchPad 25 Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in all apps. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. The TouchPad light is off button...
... supported in addition to control the pointing device on . Using the TouchPad 25 Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in all apps. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. The TouchPad light is off button...
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... the instructions at the factory. TIP: The Windows logo key on the country or region, your computer. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. To use an action key function, press and hold down the key. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on both the computer and the monitor. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you to quickly access...
... the instructions at the factory. TIP: The Windows logo key on the country or region, your computer. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. To use an action key function, press and hold down the key. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on both the computer and the monitor. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you to quickly access...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... internal hard drive or a solid state drive that must be installed. others have their own power source. For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as SuperSpeed ports, are also compatible with software that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of your phone or camera. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card...
... internal hard drive or a solid state drive that must be installed. others have their own power source. For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as SuperSpeed ports, are also compatible with software that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of your phone or camera. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... the power cord and remove all external devices connected to improve performance is the desk where you are located on -screen instructions. Your computer is off, turn the computer on a flat surface. 5. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. If you work , your computer Turn the computer upside down the computer. 2. To reduce the risk of the computer under the hard drive cover. Remove the wireless and memory module compartment cover...
... the power cord and remove all external devices connected to improve performance is the desk where you are located on -screen instructions. Your computer is off, turn the computer on a flat surface. 5. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. If you work , your computer Turn the computer upside down the computer. 2. To reduce the risk of the computer under the hard drive cover. Remove the wireless and memory module compartment cover...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... the hard drive. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. NOTE: If you are displayed, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by following the on the screen after it to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. You will need...
... the hard drive. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. NOTE: If you are displayed, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by following the on the screen after it to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. You will need...
User Guide - Windows 8
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..., automatically created. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on your situation and level of HP Recovery Manager to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 68. ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to restore without losing your personal information, settings, or...
..., automatically created. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on your situation and level of HP Recovery Manager to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 68. ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to restore without losing your personal information, settings, or...
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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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Make special note of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This is the alphanumeric identifier used to determine what components and parts are needed. ● Warranty period (4). This is unique to the front of each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components...
Make special note of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This is the alphanumeric identifier used to determine what components and parts are needed. ● Warranty period (4). This is unique to the front of each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is more recent than your hard drive that contains the update. 4. You may need to reliable external power using...
... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is more recent than your hard drive that contains the update. 4. You may need to reliable external power using...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups 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 image to the replacement drive. For more information and steps for quick and easy recovery on page 111. ● If you want to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager...
... the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups 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 image to the replacement drive. For more information and steps for quick and easy recovery on page 111. ● If you want to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager...
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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...