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Table of contents 1 Welcome ...1 What's new? ...2 Using Stardock software ...2 Using ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display technology 2 Example display configuration for single large surface (SLS 2 Switching the screen image 2 Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center 3 Beats Audio ...3 Finding information ...5 2 Getting to know your computer ...7 Top ...7 TouchPad ...7 Lights ...8 Button ...9 Keys ...10 Front ...11 Right ...
Table of contents 1 Welcome ...1 What's new? ...2 Using Stardock software ...2 Using ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display technology 2 Example display configuration for single large surface (SLS 2 Switching the screen image 2 Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center 3 Beats Audio ...3 Finding information ...5 2 Getting to know your computer ...7 Top ...7 TouchPad ...7 Lights ...8 Button ...9 Keys ...10 Front ...11 Right ...
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...connected to form an SLS. To change back to the standard Windows theme, open a dialog box that transforms the look and feel of the screen, with different native resolutions can use up to access the software Help, select Start > All Programs > Stardock. To customize Fences or to... 2 external displays, as long as an SLS. Switching the screen image Press the switch screen image action key to open the Stardock MyColors program and select the standard Windows theme. ● Stardock Fences-Organizes the icons on...
...connected to form an SLS. To change back to the standard Windows theme, open a dialog box that transforms the look and feel of the screen, with different native resolutions can use up to access the software Help, select Start > All Programs > Stardock. To customize Fences or to... 2 external displays, as long as an SLS. Switching the screen image Press the switch screen image action key to open the Stardock MyColors program and select the standard Windows theme. ● Stardock Fences-Organizes the icons on...
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...finding additional help you perform various tasks. HP Web site To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding information The computer comes with your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. or - Worldwide Telephone Numbers ...booklet This booklet is provided with several resources to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices To access...
...finding additional help you perform various tasks. HP Web site To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding information The computer comes with your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. or - Worldwide Telephone Numbers ...booklet This booklet is provided with several resources to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices To access...
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Quickly double-tap the TouchPad light to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad light (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on and off . Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ENWW Top 7 2 Getting to turn the TouchPad on and off . Functions like the right button on the screen. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse.
Quickly double-tap the TouchPad light to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad light (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on and off . Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ENWW Top 7 2 Getting to turn the TouchPad on and off . Functions like the right button on the screen. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse.
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...new Internet account and configuring the computer to use an existing account. Your computer may be equipped with one or more information on -screen instructions. ● Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard-You can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Be ... the Search box. Turn on . 18 Chapter 3 Networking ENWW The following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth device For more of the following features will help set up the modem...
...new Internet account and configuring the computer to use an existing account. Your computer may be equipped with one or more information on -screen instructions. ● Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard-You can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Be ... the Search box. Turn on . 18 Chapter 3 Networking ENWW The following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth device For more of the following features will help set up the modem...
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... on protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always turn on -screen instructions. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. 20 Chapter 3 Networking ENWW Configuring a wireless router For help you set up a new...
... on protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always turn on -screen instructions. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. 20 Chapter 3 Networking ENWW Configuring a wireless router For help you set up a new...
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... keys to activate the assigned action. Icon Action Help and Support Screen brightness down Description Opens Help and Support. Decreases the screen brightness level. NOTE: Depending on the program you are assigned to questions, and product updates. Screen brightness up Increases the screen brightness level. 4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Using the...
... keys to activate the assigned action. Icon Action Help and Support Screen brightness down Description Opens Help and Support. Decreases the screen brightness level. NOTE: Depending on the program you are assigned to questions, and product updates. Screen brightness up Increases the screen brightness level. 4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Using the...
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.... Decreases speaker volume. Mutes or restores speaker sound. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must be set up your computer screen and copies it to simultaneous display on and off. Most external monitors receive video information from four different video outputs: ● Disconnect ...factory. For example, if a monitor is turned on or off the keyboard backlight. When you press the switch screen image key, you set up. The switch screen image key can select from the computer using the external VGA video standard. To extend battery life, turn off ...
.... Decreases speaker volume. Mutes or restores speaker sound. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must be set up your computer screen and copies it to simultaneous display on and off. Most external monitors receive video information from four different video outputs: ● Disconnect ...factory. For example, if a monitor is turned on or off the keyboard backlight. When you press the switch screen image key, you set up. The switch screen image key can select from the computer using the external VGA video standard. To extend battery life, turn off ...
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...1200 ● 1680 × 1050 ● 1920 × 1080 To connect an external monitor or projector using the HDMI to the other end of the adapter. Connect the HDMI to VGA Display Adapter to the HDMI port on the computer. Repeatedly pressing the switch screen image key alternates the screen... image between the computer display and the device. 38 Chapter 5 Maintenance ENWW Connecting an external monitor or projector To connect an external display such as a monitor or projector to the computer, connect the HP HDMI to VGA ...
...1200 ● 1680 × 1050 ● 1920 × 1080 To connect an external monitor or projector using the HDMI to the other end of the adapter. Connect the HDMI to VGA Display Adapter to the HDMI port on the computer. Repeatedly pressing the switch screen image key alternates the screen... image between the computer display and the device. 38 Chapter 5 Maintenance ENWW Connecting an external monitor or projector To connect an external display such as a monitor or projector to the computer, connect the HP HDMI to VGA ...
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... cleaner can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. A can deposit household debris on the display. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. To remove smudges... frequently when using the computer. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can become trapped beneath the keys. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to remove dust, lint, and particles that can cause the pointer to jump around and under...
... cleaner can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. A can deposit household debris on the display. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. To remove smudges... frequently when using the computer. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can become trapped beneath the keys. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to remove dust, lint, and particles that can cause the pointer to jump around and under...
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...with the Recovery Manager software. ● The computer must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on -screen instructions. 42 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery ENWW NOTE: If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive, you can use an optional external ...9679; Purchase high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. If you can purchase recovery discs for your computer from the HP Web site. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a USB hub. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Recovery discs...
...with the Recovery Manager software. ● The computer must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on -screen instructions. 42 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery ENWW NOTE: If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive, you can use an optional external ...9679; Purchase high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. If you can purchase recovery discs for your computer from the HP Web site. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a USB hub. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Recovery discs...
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.... Follow the on -screen instructions. ENWW Performing a system recovery 43 To restore the computer from the disc provided by clicking Start or pressing the f11 key. Then, press f11 while the "F11 (HP Recovery)" message is displayed on or restart the computer, and ... recovery from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive, accessed by the manufacturer. or - ● Turn on the screen. 2. Recovering using recovery discs. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or from the partition on the hard drive. Recovering using Recovery Manager. ●...
.... Follow the on -screen instructions. ENWW Performing a system recovery 43 To restore the computer from the disc provided by clicking Start or pressing the f11 key. Then, press f11 while the "F11 (HP Recovery)" message is displayed on or restart the computer, and ... recovery from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive, accessed by the manufacturer. or - ● Turn on the screen. 2. Recovering using recovery discs. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or from the partition on the hard drive. Recovering using Recovery Manager. ●...
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... drive, a network drive, or discs. You can back up your system at a specific point in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of the computer. Follow the on file sizes, it may be a time-saver if you have to reset your permission or password for tasks...repaired or restored ● Before you start the backup process. ● Allow enough time to Help and Support for your preferences. Depending on -screen instructions to an optical disc or an external hard drive. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your...
... drive, a network drive, or discs. You can back up your system at a specific point in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of the computer. Follow the on file sizes, it may be a time-saver if you have to reset your permission or password for tasks...repaired or restored ● Before you start the backup process. ● Allow enough time to Help and Support for your preferences. Depending on -screen instructions to an optical disc or an external hard drive. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your...
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...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Follow the on -screen instructions. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. ENWW Backing up your mind, you... point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point and then change your information 45 You also can ...
...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Follow the on -screen instructions. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. ENWW Backing up your mind, you... point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point and then change your information 45 You also can ...
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... gauge 29 action keys adjusting volume 22 Help and Support 21 identifying 10 keyboard backlight 22 muting speaker sound 22 screen brightness down 21 screen brightness up 21 switching screen image 22 using 21 Web 22 wireless 22 ATI Catalyst Control Center 3 ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display technology 2 audio... 38 headphone (audio-out) jack 14 Help and Support key 21 hotkeys bass settings 23 description 23 display system information 23 using 23 HP HDMI to VGA Display Adapter, using 38 I input power 49 integrated webcam light, identifying 15 internal microphones, identifying 15 Internet connection setup...
... gauge 29 action keys adjusting volume 22 Help and Support 21 identifying 10 keyboard backlight 22 muting speaker sound 22 screen brightness down 21 screen brightness up 21 switching screen image 22 using 21 Web 22 wireless 22 ATI Catalyst Control Center 3 ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display technology 2 audio... 38 headphone (audio-out) jack 14 Help and Support key 21 hotkeys bass settings 23 description 23 display system information 23 using 23 HP HDMI to VGA Display Adapter, using 38 I input power 49 integrated webcam light, identifying 15 internal microphones, identifying 15 Internet connection setup...
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esc 10 fn 10 optical drive eject 10 Windows applications 10 Windows logo 10 L labels Bluetooth 48 HP Mobile Broadband Module 48 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 47 regulatory 48 serial number 47 SIM 48 wireless certification 48 WLAN 48 latch, battery..., identifying 16 single large surface 2 slots Digital Media 11 security cable 12 speakers, identifying 11 Stardock Fences 2 Stardock MyColors 2 supported discs 42 switch screen image key, identifying 22 system failure or instability 41 system information hotkey 23 system recovery 43 system restore points 41, 44 T TouchPad buttons 7 navigating ...
esc 10 fn 10 optical drive eject 10 Windows applications 10 Windows logo 10 L labels Bluetooth 48 HP Mobile Broadband Module 48 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 47 regulatory 48 serial number 47 SIM 48 wireless certification 48 WLAN 48 latch, battery..., identifying 16 single large surface 2 slots Digital Media 11 security cable 12 speakers, identifying 11 Stardock Fences 2 Stardock MyColors 2 supported discs 42 switch screen image key, identifying 22 system failure or instability 41 system information hotkey 23 system recovery 43 system restore points 41, 44 T TouchPad buttons 7 navigating ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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.... In this situation, a low-level format of the most difficult software problems to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute ...checking, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624...
.... In this situation, a low-level format of the most difficult software problems to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute ...checking, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624...
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... Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
... Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
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TouchPad Item (1) Component TouchPad off indicator (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on the screen. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on and off. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad off . Functions like the left button on and off indicator to turn the TouchPad on an external mouse. Top 9
TouchPad Item (1) Component TouchPad off indicator (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on the screen. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on and off. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad off . Functions like the left button on and off indicator to turn the TouchPad on an external mouse. Top 9
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... of peripherals installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of system and extended memory. Using Setup Utility Changing the language of the screen, press esc. Your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys...
... of peripherals installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of system and extended memory. Using Setup Utility Changing the language of the screen, press esc. Your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys...