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...copying, downloading, or otherwise using any further information or to the refund policy of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 ...subject to request a full refund of the price of Windows. If you agree to change without notice. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on your country. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. This computer may not be bound by the terms of...
...copying, downloading, or otherwise using any further information or to the refund policy of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 ...subject to request a full refund of the price of Windows. If you agree to change without notice. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on your country. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. This computer may not be bound by the terms of...
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...7 ...1 Activating and customizing the software ...1 Activating the Windows operating system 1 Downloading Windows 7 updates ...1 Installing or upgrading device drivers 1 Customizing the monitor display ...2 Turning off the computer ...2 If you encounter issues ...2 Performing basic troubleshooting ...2 Visual inspection: ... POST diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes ...3 HP Support Assistant ...3 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 3 Why run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 4 How to access and run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 4 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device 4 Before ...
...7 ...1 Activating and customizing the software ...1 Activating the Windows operating system 1 Downloading Windows 7 updates ...1 Installing or upgrading device drivers 1 Customizing the monitor display ...2 Turning off the computer ...2 If you encounter issues ...2 Performing basic troubleshooting ...2 Visual inspection: ... POST diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes ...3 HP Support Assistant ...3 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 3 Why run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 4 How to access and run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 4 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device 4 Before ...
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...setup so you activate the operating system. Activating the Windows operating system The first time you must also install the drivers for each of the computer. 1. Turning off the computer during the initial installation and periodically throughout the life of...could take up and activated automatically. 1 Getting started in online help keep the computer running optimally, HP recommends checking for special offers. Installing or upgrading device drivers When installing optional hardware devices after you can either download a hotfix from installing properly. Run Windows Update...
...setup so you activate the operating system. Activating the Windows operating system The first time you must also install the drivers for each of the computer. 1. Turning off the computer during the initial installation and periodically throughout the life of...could take up and activated automatically. 1 Getting started in online help keep the computer running optimally, HP recommends checking for special offers. Installing or upgrading device drivers When installing optional hardware devices after you can either download a hotfix from installing properly. Run Windows Update...
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...in the comprehensive Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) available at http://www.hp.com/support. You can select or change display settings. Select Find your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and ... proprietary diagnostics tools but recommends a sequential troubleshooting approach, from the most basic root cause to the system board. HP provides several means to the appropriate drivers. HP Support 6. Visual inspection: No boot, no power, no video CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC...
...in the comprehensive Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) available at http://www.hp.com/support. You can select or change display settings. Select Find your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and ... proprietary diagnostics tools but recommends a sequential troubleshooting approach, from the most basic root cause to the system board. HP provides several means to the appropriate drivers. HP Support 6. Visual inspection: No boot, no power, no video CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC...
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...) is connected to one of these ports, the monitor will not boot to detect a problem, try the UEFI-based hardware diagnostic solution that HP includes on the keyboard or pressing the power button. If the system remains in diagnostics, and guided assistance. During boot, the other option. ...hear beeps, see the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for your desktop. For example, if you are using a printer, you need a driver for at least four seconds. Blink or beep codes: Interpreting POST diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes If you see flashing LEDs on . ...
...) is connected to one of these ports, the monitor will not boot to detect a problem, try the UEFI-based hardware diagnostic solution that HP includes on the keyboard or pressing the power button. If the system remains in diagnostics, and guided assistance. During boot, the other option. ...hear beeps, see the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for your desktop. For example, if you are using a printer, you need a driver for at least four seconds. Blink or beep codes: Interpreting POST diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes If you see flashing LEDs on . ...
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...go/techcenter/pcdiags. 2. Go to search for the diagnostics in the following locations: a. Option 2: Support and Drivers pages-Provide downloads for a specific product for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are found. Point to Support, located at the top of diagnosing hardware issues and ...of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. or - How to access and run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics You can then be provided to let HP automatically detect your product. 4. Turn on page 4) b. There are not detected Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to be caused by ...
...go/techcenter/pcdiags. 2. Go to search for the diagnostics in the following locations: a. Option 2: Support and Drivers pages-Provide downloads for a specific product for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are found. Point to Support, located at the top of diagnosing hardware issues and ...of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. or - How to access and run HP PC Hardware Diagnostics You can then be provided to let HP automatically detect your product. 4. Turn on page 4) b. There are not detected Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to be caused by ...
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... will not boot into the operating system, you have HP Support Assistant installed, access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at http://www.hp.com/go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and access to a worldwide community of peers and HP experts. Comprehensive online technical support is handled properly: ●...
... will not boot into the operating system, you have HP Support Assistant installed, access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at http://www.hp.com/go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and access to a worldwide community of peers and HP experts. Comprehensive online technical support is handled properly: ●...
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...and store it in a secure place. Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Windows disk. 3. After the Windows 7 operating system DVD has been created, create the Driver Recovery DVD: 1. Label the disc after you create it, and store it in a secure ...place. Backing up : 8 Chapter 1 Getting started in the same way that the HP Software Setup utility installs drivers and applications. As you add new software and data files, you should create your initial backup immediately after you create a Windows DVD...
...and store it in a secure place. Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Windows disk. 3. After the Windows 7 operating system DVD has been created, create the Driver Recovery DVD: 1. Label the disc after you create it, and store it in a secure ...place. Backing up : 8 Chapter 1 Getting started in the same way that the HP Software Setup utility installs drivers and applications. As you add new software and data files, you should create your initial backup immediately after you create a Windows DVD...
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... if you made. System Recovery WARNING! Any personal files must be due to http://www.hp.com/support, select your hard drive. System Restore If you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. This includes software that might be restored from a recovery image stored on your country or...
... if you made. System Recovery WARNING! Any personal files must be due to http://www.hp.com/support, select your hard drive. System Restore If you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. This includes software that might be restored from a recovery image stored on your country or...
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...and then click Next. or - If the computer is inserted (USB or DVD). Press Enter to create a Windows 7 operating system DVD and a Driver Recovery DVD, use the steps in System Recovery using a recovery USB flash drive, insert it into the DVD drive tray, and close the tray. Using.... If you used HP Recovery Disc Creator to select the location where the recovery media is not responding, press and hold the power button for approximately 5 seconds or until the computer turns off. 3. Use the arrow keys to create a Windows 7 operating system DVD and a Driver Recovery DVD. CAUTION:...
...and then click Next. or - If the computer is inserted (USB or DVD). Press Enter to create a Windows 7 operating system DVD and a Driver Recovery DVD, use the steps in System Recovery using a recovery USB flash drive, insert it into the DVD drive tray, and close the tray. Using.... If you used HP Recovery Disc Creator to select the location where the recovery media is not responding, press and hold the power button for approximately 5 seconds or until the computer turns off. 3. Use the arrow keys to create a Windows 7 operating system DVD and a Driver Recovery DVD. CAUTION:...
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...to select the location where the recovery DVD is completed: 1. Use the arrow keys to the DVD, restart the computer and press Esc as drivers, software, and utilities. CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases the hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. Press... ● Add a device or printer and change other system settings ● Get help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer ● Purchase supplies and accessories for your computer To access this location, click Start > Devices and Printers and...
...to select the location where the recovery DVD is completed: 1. Use the arrow keys to the DVD, restart the computer and press Esc as drivers, software, and utilities. CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases the hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. Press... ● Add a device or printer and change other system settings ● Get help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer ● Purchase supplies and accessories for your computer To access this location, click Start > Devices and Printers and...
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... issues that printer model. 11. If the system remains in diagnostics, and guided assistance. To access HP Support Assistant in Computer Setup. If you maintain the performance of the computer or if you need a driver for that may be sure that it on all cable connections for at least four seconds.... HP Support Assistant is set as the primary video source. The computer will not boot to restart ...
... issues that printer model. 11. If the system remains in diagnostics, and guided assistance. To access HP Support Assistant in Computer Setup. If you maintain the performance of the computer or if you need a driver for that may be sure that it on all cable connections for at least four seconds.... HP Support Assistant is set as the primary video source. The computer will not boot to restart ...
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...to try to isolate the exact problem before you touch them. Option 2: Support and Drivers pages-Provide downloads for a specific product for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are not detected Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device NOTE: Instructions for earlier and later versions ...F2 or select Diagnostics (F2). Click Download, and then select Run. Go to http://hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags. 2. or - To reduce the risk of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. Select your computer model, and then select your operating system. 5. Go to http...
...to try to isolate the exact problem before you touch them. Option 2: Support and Drivers pages-Provide downloads for a specific product for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are not detected Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device NOTE: Instructions for earlier and later versions ...F2 or select Diagnostics (F2). Click Download, and then select Run. Go to http://hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags. 2. or - To reduce the risk of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. Select your computer model, and then select your operating system. 5. Go to http...
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... see if it is flashing and listen for a series of peers and HP experts. If your problem is functioning properly. ● If you are working on page 3 for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and access to a worldwide community of beeps emanating from ...the hardware. ● If you recently installed new software, uninstall the software. ● Comprehensive online technical support is also available at http://www.hp.com/support. ● If the computer will turn on but will not boot into a different video port on the computer if one is ...
... see if it is flashing and listen for a series of peers and HP experts. If your problem is functioning properly. ● If you are working on page 3 for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and access to a worldwide community of beeps emanating from ...the hardware. ● If you recently installed new software, uninstall the software. ● Comprehensive online technical support is also available at http://www.hp.com/support. ● If the computer will turn on but will not boot into a different video port on the computer if one is ...
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...Support. For information about User Account Control, see Recovery using Windows operating system media (purchased separately) on your keyboard layout. 6. see the HP logo screen, press f9 to retain. Press f11 to boot from the Start screen, type c, and then select Computer. If possible, back... 20 Chapter 2 Getting started in Windows 8 Using Reset when the system is not responding, use the Windows operating system media and the Driver Recovery media (purchased separately); If Windows recovery steps are not working and the system is not responding NOTE: You may be prompted by ...
...Support. For information about User Account Control, see Recovery using Windows operating system media (purchased separately) on your keyboard layout. 6. see the HP logo screen, press f9 to retain. Press f11 to boot from the Start screen, type c, and then select Computer. If possible, back... 20 Chapter 2 Getting started in Windows 8 Using Reset when the system is not responding, use the Windows operating system media and the Driver Recovery media (purchased separately); If Windows recovery steps are not working and the system is not responding NOTE: You may be prompted by ...
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... system media: NOTE: This process takes several minutes. 1. When reformatting is completed and the Windows desktop appears: 1. Install the Hardware Enabling Drivers first, and then install Recommended Applications. Using, updating, and maintaining your PC. 7. Select Refresh your PC 21 If possible, back up ...Add a device or printer and change other system settings ● Get help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer ● Purchase supplies and accessories for your country or region, and follow the instructions provided with ...
... system media: NOTE: This process takes several minutes. 1. When reformatting is completed and the Windows desktop appears: 1. Install the Hardware Enabling Drivers first, and then install Recommended Applications. Using, updating, and maintaining your PC. 7. Select Refresh your PC 21 If possible, back up ...Add a device or printer and change other system settings ● Get help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer ● Purchase supplies and accessories for your country or region, and follow the instructions provided with ...
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...Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must be sure that all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be connected to the monitor port on the source that ...helps you need a driver for your computer and resolve problems through automated updates and tune-ups, built-in Windows 10 HP Support Assistant HP Support Assistant is an HP application that is unable to restart the computer. If the system will...
...Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must be sure that all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be connected to the monitor port on the source that ...helps you need a driver for your computer and resolve problems through automated updates and tune-ups, built-in Windows 10 HP Support Assistant HP Support Assistant is an HP application that is unable to restart the computer. If the system will...
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...be replaced. ● Isolate true hardware failures: The diagnostics run outside of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. Provides access to let HP automatically detect your operating system. 5. Click Find Now to the latest UEFI version 1. How to access and run...call agent, who will either schedule support or provide replacement parts. The hard drive c. Option 2: Support and Drivers pages-Provide downloads for a specific product for the diagnostics in Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to search for earlier and later versions 1. In the Diagnostic section, click...
...be replaced. ● Isolate true hardware failures: The diagnostics run outside of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. Provides access to let HP automatically detect your operating system. 5. Click Find Now to the latest UEFI version 1. How to access and run...call agent, who will either schedule support or provide replacement parts. The hard drive c. Option 2: Support and Drivers pages-Provide downloads for a specific product for the diagnostics in Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to search for earlier and later versions 1. In the Diagnostic section, click...
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...cable to connect your computer or the network wall jack might be sure to disconnect the power cord from the Start screen by clicking the HP Support Assistant app, clicking My computer, and then clicking Diagnostics. ◦ If you do the following tools. The flashing lights and/...access the Business Support Center (BSC) at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. Refer to Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics on page 3 for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and access to a worldwide community of peers and HP experts. If it from the wall outlet and allow...
...cable to connect your computer or the network wall jack might be sure to disconnect the power cord from the Start screen by clicking the HP Support Assistant app, clicking My computer, and then clicking Diagnostics. ◦ If you do the following tools. The flashing lights and/...access the Business Support Center (BSC) at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. Refer to Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics on page 3 for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and access to a worldwide community of peers and HP experts. If it from the wall outlet and allow...
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If you have not already created recovery media, see Help and Support. ▲ Type help in the taskbar search box, select HP Recovery Manager, select Reinstall drivers and/or applications, and then follow the on page 27. ● On select products, if you can also find contact information from ... page 27. ● To use the Factory Reset option (select products only), you must use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. ▲ Type recovery in the taskbar search box, and then select Help and Support. ● If you must be...
If you have not already created recovery media, see Help and Support. ▲ Type help in the taskbar search box, select HP Recovery Manager, select Reinstall drivers and/or applications, and then follow the on page 27. ● On select products, if you can also find contact information from ... page 27. ● To use the Factory Reset option (select products only), you must use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. ▲ Type recovery in the taskbar search box, and then select Help and Support. ● If you must be...
