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...to the user guides are U.S. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Part number: 601876-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. Sign up to date with... Looking for more user guides? Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the Web. For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. Windows...
...to the user guides are U.S. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Part number: 601876-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. Sign up to date with... Looking for more user guides? Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the Web. For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. Windows...
Getting Started - Windows Vista
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...Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For more information In Help and Support, you can find information about technical support and about the operating system, drivers, and troubleshooting tools. To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to http://www...your computer. or region-specific support, go to restore the contents of your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. To access this document, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to back up individual ...
...Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For more information In Help and Support, you can find information about technical support and about the operating system, drivers, and troubleshooting tools. To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to http://www...your computer. or region-specific support, go to restore the contents of your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. To access this document, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to back up individual ...
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...hard drive image. ✎ The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory must be reinstalled. Software, drivers, and updates not installed at the factory. Ä CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive....for the presence of the screen. 4. What's Next? The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the bottom of the HP Recovery partition. Backing up all personal files. 2. As you add new software and data files, you must...
...hard drive image. ✎ The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory must be reinstalled. Software, drivers, and updates not installed at the factory. Ä CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive....for the presence of the screen. 4. What's Next? The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the bottom of the HP Recovery partition. Backing up all personal files. 2. As you add new software and data files, you must...
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The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are using the computer. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). ✎ The fan in ...
The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are using the computer. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). ✎ The fan in ...
Compaq 325 and 326 Notebook PCs HP 425 and 625 Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... components and parts are needed. (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration (in years) of the computer. (2) Serial number (s/n): This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. (5) Model description: This is an alphanumeric identifier used to each product. (3) Product number (p/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is...
... components and parts are needed. (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration (in years) of the computer. (2) Serial number (s/n): This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. (5) Model description: This is an alphanumeric identifier used to each product. (3) Product number (p/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is...
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..., replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of the warranty period for this computer. (5) Model description: This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures The product number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are many...
..., replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of the warranty period for this computer. (5) Model description: This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures The product number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are many...
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...feature to improve the security of your computer. 5. To check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are unable to boot (start up . For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows ...Follow the on the computer are not listed, you must recover your operating system and programs usin g the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, back up , follow these steps: 1. For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows 7...
...feature to improve the security of your computer. 5. To check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are unable to boot (start up . For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows ...Follow the on the computer are not listed, you must recover your operating system and programs usin g the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, back up , follow these steps: 1. For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows 7...
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...the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, check for these topics in Help and Support. NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is displayed at the factory. For additional information, refer to enter HP Recovery. 5. Press f11 to the "...using a Windows 7 operating system DVD, follow the on -screen instructions. 5. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created (select models only) , you have created and any...
...the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, check for these topics in Help and Support. NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is displayed at the factory. For additional information, refer to enter HP Recovery. 5. Press f11 to the "...using a Windows 7 operating system DVD, follow the on -screen instructions. 5. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created (select models only) , you have created and any...
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...for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover ...your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). To find the partitions...
...for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover ...your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). To find the partitions...
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...drive. All files you are permanently removed. If possible, back up ) your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Click Next. 6. Backup and recovery in Windows Vista 129 Make sure that your most recent backup (stored on...instructions. 5. 3. You can also order the DVD by calling technical support. Follow the on -screen instructions. For contact information, refer to enter HP Recovery. 5. Select Repair your country or region, and follow these steps: NOTE: This process takes several minutes. 1. Follow the on -screen instructions...
...drive. All files you are permanently removed. If possible, back up ) your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Click Next. 6. Backup and recovery in Windows Vista 129 Make sure that your most recent backup (stored on...instructions. 5. 3. You can also order the DVD by calling technical support. Follow the on -screen instructions. For contact information, refer to enter HP Recovery. 5. Select Repair your country or region, and follow these steps: NOTE: This process takes several minutes. 1. Follow the on -screen instructions...
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...the optical drive. 3. If possible, back up , follow these steps: 1. The Backup or Restore Wizard opens. 3. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Turn on -screen instructions. Click Restore files and settings, and then click Next. 4. NOTE: For ...Windows XP 131 Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. If possible, back up . ● Operating System and Driver Recovery discs (included with your computer): You can use the discs to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools (select models only): You...
...the optical drive. 3. If possible, back up , follow these steps: 1. The Backup or Restore Wizard opens. 3. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Turn on -screen instructions. Click Restore files and settings, and then click Next. 4. NOTE: For ...Windows XP 131 Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. If possible, back up . ● Operating System and Driver Recovery discs (included with your computer): You can use the discs to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools (select models only): You...
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..., power 16 connectors, service considerations 42 cord, power 21 D DC-in cable, illustrated 31 device configurations 105 Diagnostics menu 112 discs Driver Recovery 131 Operating System 131 Disk Sanitizer 104 diskette drive precautions 42 product description 3 display assembly removal 82 spare part numbers 24, 82...assignments 134 headphone (audio-out) jack pin assignments 132 headphones 19 heat sink removal 60 spare part number 25 hinge, spare part number 87, 88 HP QuickLook 106 I internal display switch, identifying 11 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 14 audio-out (headphone) 14 RJ-11 (modem) 15 RJ...
..., power 16 connectors, service considerations 42 cord, power 21 D DC-in cable, illustrated 31 device configurations 105 Diagnostics menu 112 discs Driver Recovery 131 Operating System 131 Disk Sanitizer 104 diskette drive precautions 42 product description 3 display assembly removal 82 spare part numbers 24, 82...assignments 134 headphone (audio-out) jack pin assignments 132 headphones 19 heat sink removal 60 spare part number 25 hinge, spare part number 87, 88 HP QuickLook 106 I internal display switch, identifying 11 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 14 audio-out (headphone) 14 RJ-11 (modem) 15 RJ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... an external display 56 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion . .. 57 A device driver must be reinstalled 57 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 57 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 58 Webcam ...59 Webcam tips ...59 Adjusting webcam properties 59 5 Power management ...61 Setting power options ...61 Using power...
... an external display 56 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion . .. 57 A device driver must be reinstalled 57 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 57 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 58 Webcam ...59 Webcam tips ...59 Adjusting webcam properties 59 5 Power management ...61 Setting power options ...61 Using power...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... 107 Using Computer Setup System IDs 108 Using antivirus software ...109 Using firewall software ...109 Installing critical updates ...110 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 111 Installing a security cable ...111 11 Software updates ...112 Updating software ...112 Updating... the BIOS ...114 Determining the BIOS version 114 Downloading a BIOS update 115 Updating programs and drivers ...116 Using SoftPaq Download Manager 117 12 Backup and recovery ...118 Backing up your information ...119 Performing a recovery ...121 Using...
... 107 Using Computer Setup System IDs 108 Using antivirus software ...109 Using firewall software ...109 Installing critical updates ...110 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 111 Installing a security cable ...111 11 Software updates ...112 Updating software ...112 Updating... the BIOS ...114 Determining the BIOS version 114 Downloading a BIOS update 115 Updating programs and drivers ...116 Using SoftPaq Download Manager 117 12 Backup and recovery ...118 Backing up your information ...119 Performing a recovery ...121 Using...
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This is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. You may be a WLAN device or a Bluetooth device. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of ... have been approved for use. ◦ Model description (4). You may need this information available when you use . Have this information when traveling internationally. If your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). Describes the duration of the warranty period for your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels...
This is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. You may be a WLAN device or a Bluetooth device. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of ... have been approved for use. ◦ Model description (4). You may need this information available when you use . Have this information when traveling internationally. If your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). Describes the duration of the warranty period for your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...one or more network devices are connected to a wired network. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no network devices are on the computer. Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices, and one wireless ...Wireless (disconnected) Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are enabled at least one or more of your wireless ...
...one or more network devices are connected to a wired network. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no network devices are on the computer. Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices, and one wireless ...Wireless (disconnected) Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are enabled at least one or more of your wireless ...
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...wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all adapters. 4. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 2 Networking Before working ...Help and Support for a WLAN device may be sure that does not connect to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless ...
...wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all adapters. 4. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 2 Networking Before working ...Help and Support for a WLAN device may be sure that does not connect to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless ...
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... also be reinstalled. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are prompted for the latest software. You must have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Some networks change the corresponding code in an office or at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon,... and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the WLAN device software for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to make a connection on a regular basis to do so. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 23...
... also be reinstalled. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are prompted for the latest software. You must have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Some networks change the corresponding code in an office or at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon,... and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the WLAN device software for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to make a connection on a regular basis to do so. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 23...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... to decrease the brightness level incrementally. For example, if a monitor is connected to simultaneous display on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. Increasing screen brightness Press fn+f3 to open Help and Support. Most external monitors...
... to decrease the brightness level incrementally. For example, if a monitor is connected to simultaneous display on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. Increasing screen brightness Press fn+f3 to open Help and Support. Most external monitors...
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... using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your desktop... icon on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. 44 Chapter 4 Multimedia Audio Your computer enables you to...
... using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your desktop... icon on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. 44 Chapter 4 Multimedia Audio Your computer enables you to...