HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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Replacing the battery ...25 Using external AC power ...25 Testing an AC adapter ...26 Using HP CoolSense (select models only 26 5 External cards and devices ...27 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 27 Inserting a digital card ...27 Removing a digital card ...28 Using ExpressCards (select models only 28 Configuring an ExpressCard 28 Inserting an ExpressCard 28 Removing an ExpressCard 29 Using smart cards (select models only 30 Inserting a smart card ...30 Removing a smart card ...31 Using a USB device ...31 Connecting a USB device 31 Removing a USB device ...32 Using ...
Replacing the battery ...25 Using external AC power ...25 Testing an AC adapter ...26 Using HP CoolSense (select models only 26 5 External cards and devices ...27 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 27 Inserting a digital card ...27 Removing a digital card ...28 Using ExpressCards (select models only 28 Configuring an ExpressCard 28 Inserting an ExpressCard 28 Removing an ExpressCard 29 Using smart cards (select models only 30 Inserting a smart card ...30 Removing a smart card ...31 Using a USB device ...31 Connecting a USB device 31 Removing a USB device ...32 Using ...
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... then click the Power button. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for an extended period Although you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Save your work and close all...
... then click the Power button. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for an extended period Although you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Save your work and close all...
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... battery reaches a critical battery level. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a disc or an external media card. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to the screen where you stopped working. Your work...
... battery reaches a critical battery level. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a disc or an external media card. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to the screen where you stopped working. Your work...
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... software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the device. 2. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to the manufacturer's instructions. Turn on -screen instructions. 3. If you are connecting a powered...
... software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the device. 2. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to the manufacturer's instructions. Turn on -screen instructions. 3. If you are connecting a powered...
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.... After you start Disk Defragmenter, it to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running on the size of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. Using hard drives 37 Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Depending on battery power. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Connect the computer to your hard drive and the number of your...
.... After you start Disk Defragmenter, it to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running on the size of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. Using hard drives 37 Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. Depending on battery power. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Connect the computer to your hard drive and the number of your...
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... being locked out of the power-on password at the first password check before the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, you access Setup Utility (BIOS). You can use the same password for a Windows security feature. You can be entered each password and store it is set in a secure place. CAUTION: If you forget your administrator password, you set , it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords in...
... being locked out of the power-on password at the first password check before the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, you access Setup Utility (BIOS). You can use the same password for a Windows security feature. You can be entered each password and store it is set in a secure place. CAUTION: If you forget your administrator password, you set , it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords in...
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...-click Install SoftPaq in the Configuration Options window. To download SoftPaqs: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Software Setup > HP SoftPaq Download Manager. 2. If updates are found, they are available for updates to SoftPaq information without requiring the SoftPaq number. To use SoftPaq Download Manager to download SoftPaqs, you can easily search for all supported models. To add other operating systems, change the filter settings in the SoftPaq Download Manager software to download, because the SoftPaq selection and Internet connection speed...
...-click Install SoftPaq in the Configuration Options window. To download SoftPaqs: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Software Setup > HP SoftPaq Download Manager. 2. If updates are found, they are available for updates to SoftPaq information without requiring the SoftPaq number. To use SoftPaq Download Manager to download SoftPaqs, you can easily search for all supported models. To add other operating systems, change the filter settings in the SoftPaq Download Manager software to download, because the SoftPaq selection and Internet connection speed...
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... the onscreen instructions. - Displaying system information 1. To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on -screen instructions. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults. Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at...
... the onscreen instructions. - Displaying system information 1. To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on -screen instructions. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults. Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at...
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... hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by following the on-screen instructions. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. Double-click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Using the hard drive path you connect your hard drive. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Select Start...
... hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by following the on-screen instructions. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. Double-click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Using the hard drive path you connect your hard drive. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Select Start...
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...displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI 17 configuring ExpressCards 28 connecting to a wired network 8 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 24 creating a wireless connection...
...displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI 17 configuring ExpressCards 28 connecting to a wired network 8 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 24 creating a wireless connection...
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...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
HP 2000 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Starting Setup Utility NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. To start Setup Utility, follow these steps: 1. Start Setup Utility. 2. Your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility. Changing the language of system and extended memory. Use the ...
Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Starting Setup Utility NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. To start Setup Utility, follow these steps: 1. Start Setup Utility. 2. Your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility. Changing the language of system and extended memory. Use the ...
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... hard drive. BIOS installation procedures vary. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed. You will need this path when you are displayed, follow these steps: a. Follow any instructions that is later than those currently installed on your hard drive where the BIOS update is complete. Use the arrow keys to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates...
... hard drive. BIOS installation procedures vary. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed. You will need this path when you are displayed, follow these steps: a. Follow any instructions that is later than those currently installed on your hard drive where the BIOS update is complete. Use the arrow keys to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates...
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... 14 button components 8 buttons power 8 TouchPad 11 TouchPad on/off 11 C Cable Kit contents 23 spare part number 18, 23, 28 cables, service considerations 33 caps lock light 10 chipset, product description 2 components bottom 14 button 8 display 7 keys 9 left-side 12 lights 10 right-side 13 TouchPad 11 computer feet, locations 39 computer major components 17 computer part number 38 computer specifications 87 connectors, service considerations 33 D Digital Media Slot 12 display assembly removal 62 spare part numbers...
... 14 button components 8 buttons power 8 TouchPad 11 TouchPad on/off 11 C Cable Kit contents 23 spare part number 18, 23, 28 cables, service considerations 33 caps lock light 10 chipset, product description 2 components bottom 14 button 8 display 7 keys 9 left-side 12 lights 10 right-side 13 TouchPad 11 computer feet, locations 39 computer major components 17 computer part number 38 computer specifications 87 connectors, service considerations 33 D Digital Media Slot 12 display assembly removal 62 spare part numbers...
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... 12 light components 10 lights AC adapter 13 caps lock 10 drive 12 optical drive 13 power 10, 12 TouchPad 10, 11 webcam 7 wireless 10 M mass storage device precautions 34 removal 46 spare part numbers 24, 46 memory module product description 3 removal 45 spare part numbers 21, 28, 45 memory module compartment 14 memory module/wireless module compartment cover illustrated 26 removal 41 microphone location 7 product description 4 microphone jack 12 microphone module removal 64 spare part number 22, 28, 65 model description 39 model name 1 monitor port 12 N network jack 12 O operating system...
... 12 light components 10 lights AC adapter 13 caps lock 10 drive 12 optical drive 13 power 10, 12 TouchPad 10, 11 webcam 7 wireless 10 M mass storage device precautions 34 removal 46 spare part numbers 24, 46 memory module product description 3 removal 45 spare part numbers 21, 28, 45 memory module compartment 14 memory module/wireless module compartment cover illustrated 26 removal 41 microphone location 7 product description 4 microphone jack 12 microphone module removal 64 spare part number 22, 28, 65 model description 39 model name 1 monitor port 12 N network jack 12 O operating system...
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... description audio 4 chipset 2 display panel 3 Ethernet 4 external media cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 3 microphone 4 operating system 6 optical drive 4 pointing device 5 ports 5 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 6 video 4 wireless 4 product name 1, 38 product number 38 R removal/replacement preliminaries 33 procedures 38 right-side components 13 RJ-45 jack 12 RTC battery removal 72 spare part number 19, 30, 72 service tag 15, 38 serviceability, product description 6 Setup Utility (BIOS) 82 Speaker Kit, spare part number 19...
... description audio 4 chipset 2 display panel 3 Ethernet 4 external media cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 3 microphone 4 operating system 6 optical drive 4 pointing device 5 ports 5 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 6 video 4 wireless 4 product name 1, 38 product number 38 R removal/replacement preliminaries 33 procedures 38 right-side components 13 RJ-45 jack 12 RTC battery removal 72 spare part number 19, 30, 72 service tag 15, 38 serviceability, product description 6 Setup Utility (BIOS) 82 Speaker Kit, spare part number 19...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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...and mechanical safety information - or region-specific support, go to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory modules ◦ Performing a backup and a recovery ◦ Contacting customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. ● Proper workstation setup ● Guidelines for posture and work habits that maximize your comfort and decrease...
...and mechanical safety information - or region-specific support, go to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory modules ◦ Performing a backup and a recovery ◦ Contacting customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. ● Proper workstation setup ● Guidelines for posture and work habits that maximize your comfort and decrease...
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Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot (9) Drive light (10) Power light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects a network cable. It is off during routine operation. Connects an optional ...
Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot (9) Drive light (10) Power light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects a network cable. It is off during routine operation. Connects an optional ...
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... reinstalled manually. Handle these discs or the flash drive after software setup. NOTE: If your computer to create recovery discs, or you have a recovery partition. NOTE: If you are not compatible with this computer must be connected to AC power during this software to a USB port on an external device, such as a USB hub. The next time you open HP Recovery Manager, you will need a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. HP...
... reinstalled manually. Handle these discs or the flash drive after software setup. NOTE: If your computer to create recovery discs, or you have a recovery partition. NOTE: If you are not compatible with this computer must be connected to AC power during this software to a USB port on an external device, such as a USB hub. The next time you open HP Recovery Manager, you will need a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. HP...
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...switching 19 display switch, internal 10 drive light 9 E esc key, identifying 7 external monitor port 9 F f11 37 flicking TouchPad gesture 24 fn key, identifying 7 H hard drive installing 28 removing 27 hard drive bay, identifying 11 HDMI port, identifying 9 headphone (audio-out) jack, identifying 9 Help and Support action key 18 HP Recovery Manager 37 C caps lock light, identifying 5 Certificate of Authenticity label 43 components bottom 11 I input power 44 integrated webcam light, identifying 10 internal microphone, identifying 10 Internet connection setup 16 ISP, using 15 J jacks 9 audio...
...switching 19 display switch, internal 10 drive light 9 E esc key, identifying 7 external monitor port 9 F f11 37 flicking TouchPad gesture 24 fn key, identifying 7 H hard drive installing 28 removing 27 hard drive bay, identifying 11 HDMI port, identifying 9 headphone (audio-out) jack, identifying 9 Help and Support action key 18 HP Recovery Manager 37 C caps lock light, identifying 5 Certificate of Authenticity label 43 components bottom 11 I input power 44 integrated webcam light, identifying 10 internal microphone, identifying 10 Internet connection setup 16 ISP, using 15 J jacks 9 audio...