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... actually be run. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . In the event of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be caused by the BIOS or operating system may include the following sections summarize some of hard drive issues...
... actually be run. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . In the event of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be caused by the BIOS or operating system may include the following sections summarize some of hard drive issues...
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...=en&cc=us&objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for your product. Note: The f2 Self-Test is being moved. Advanced Diagnostics - Note: The diagnostics may be installed to a USB key. Firmware & Product Updates It is important to download the latest BIOS for operational shock is greatest when the...
...=en&cc=us&objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for your product. Note: The f2 Self-Test is being moved. Advanced Diagnostics - Note: The diagnostics may be installed to a USB key. Firmware & Product Updates It is important to download the latest BIOS for operational shock is greatest when the...
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... Utility 49 Displaying system information 49 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility 50 Exiting Setup Utility ...50 Updating the BIOS ...50 Determining the BIOS version 51 Downloading a BIOS update 51 Using System Diagnostics ...52 6 Specifications ...53 Computer specifications ...53 13.3-inch display specifications ...53 7 Backup and recovery ...55 Restoring the system ...55 Creating restore media ...55...
... Utility 49 Displaying system information 49 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility 50 Exiting Setup Utility ...50 Updating the BIOS ...50 Determining the BIOS version 51 Downloading a BIOS update 51 Using System Diagnostics ...52 6 Specifications ...53 Computer specifications ...53 13.3-inch display specifications ...53 7 Backup and recovery ...55 Restoring the system ...55 Creating restore media ...55...
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... session: If the Setup Utility menus are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the screen. 2. To save your changes and exit, press f10, and then follow these steps: 1. Most BIOS updates on -screen instructions. - Turn on or restart the computer, and then press... esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow the on the HP Web site are not visible, press esc ...
... session: If the Setup Utility menus are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the screen. 2. To save your changes and exit, press f10, and then follow these steps: 1. Most BIOS updates on -screen instructions. - Turn on or restart the computer, and then press... esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow the on the HP Web site are not visible, press esc ...
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...note of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Use the arrow keys to the hard drive. Windows XP-Select Start > Help... the risk of the path to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. Windows 7-Select Start >...
...note of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Use the arrow keys to the hard drive. Windows XP-Select Start > Help... the risk of the path to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. Windows 7-Select Start >...
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...low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 38 Running on external AC power ...38 Troubleshooting an AC adapter 39 HP CoolSense ...40 Refreshing your software content ...40 Shutting down the computer ...41 7 External cards and devices ...42 Using Digital Media...48 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 49 Using Internet security software ...50 Using antivirus software ...50 Using firewall software ...50 Installing software updates ...51 Installing Windows security updates 51 Installing HP and third-party software updates 51 Securing your wireless network 51 Backing...
...low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 38 Running on external AC power ...38 Troubleshooting an AC adapter 39 HP CoolSense ...40 Refreshing your software content ...40 Shutting down the computer ...41 7 External cards and devices ...42 Using Digital Media...48 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 49 Using Internet security software ...50 Using antivirus software ...50 Using firewall software ...50 Installing software updates ...51 Installing Windows security updates 51 Installing HP and third-party software updates 51 Securing your wireless network 51 Backing...
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... 58 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...58 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 58 Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS 58 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS 59 Displaying system information 59 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 59 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 60 Updating the BIOS ...60 Determining the BIOS version 60 Downloading a BIOS update 61 Using System Diagnostics ...62...
... 58 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...58 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 58 Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS 58 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS 59 Displaying system information 59 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 59 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 60 Updating the BIOS ...60 Determining the BIOS version 60 Downloading a BIOS update 61 Using System Diagnostics ...62...
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...Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide: ● Battery disposal information Select ...Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP customer support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or ● Instructions for contacting customer support ...
...Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide: ● Battery disposal information Select ...Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP customer support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or ● Instructions for contacting customer support ...
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... electronic guides on your computer and/or on your product number, warranty period (found on the CD/DVD provided in the box. Resource HP Web site To access this Web site, go to : ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise...serial number label), name, and postal address. Contents ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides....
... electronic guides on your computer and/or on your product number, warranty period (found on the CD/DVD provided in the box. Resource HP Web site To access this Web site, go to : ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise...serial number label), name, and postal address. Contents ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides....
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...function for that key. For instructions, refer to the system. f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to Using Setup Utility (BIOS) on at the factory. For example, if a monitor is connected to activate the assigned function. Using the keyboard Using the action ...page 58. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to your Windows operating system and computer, answers to questions, and updates to customer support. To extend battery life, turn off . f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key....
...function for that key. For instructions, refer to the system. f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to Using Setup Utility (BIOS) on at the factory. For example, if a monitor is connected to activate the assigned function. Using the keyboard Using the action ...page 58. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to your Windows operating system and computer, answers to questions, and updates to customer support. To extend battery life, turn off . f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key....
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...the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Unauthorized access to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other types of malicious code. Computer risk Unauthorized use of your computer. IMPORTANT: Some security features listed...be available on password Antivirus software Firewall software Administrator password Software updates User password 47 Standard security solutions provided by the Windows® operating system, HP applications, the non-Windows lity (BIOS), and other third-party software can help protect your computer ...
...the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Unauthorized access to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other types of malicious code. Computer risk Unauthorized use of your computer. IMPORTANT: Some security features listed...be available on password Antivirus software Firewall software Administrator password Software updates User password 47 Standard security solutions provided by the Windows® operating system, HP applications, the non-Windows lity (BIOS), and other third-party software can help protect your computer ...
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... set in Windows or in a secure place away from the computer. It also must be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. 48 Chapter 9 Securing your computer and information NOTE: This password cannot be entered when you to access the applications...passwords, user accounts, and parental controls ● Maintain your computer and install the latest HP and Windows updates To open HP Security Assistant, select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Security Assistant. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Locating your security software ...
... set in Windows or in a secure place away from the computer. It also must be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. 48 Chapter 9 Securing your computer and information NOTE: This password cannot be entered when you to access the applications...passwords, user accounts, and parental controls ● Maintain your computer and install the latest HP and Windows updates To open HP Security Assistant, select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Security Assistant. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Locating your security software ...
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... follow the on -screen instructions. 5. Use the arrow keys to select Main. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the HP Web site. Press enter. 3. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are already in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you restore the...
... follow the on -screen instructions. 5. Use the arrow keys to select Main. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the HP Web site. Press enter. 3. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are already in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you restore the...
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.... During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your hard drive designation. NOTE...Double-click your selection to the hard drive. Click Refresh. 3. b. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by selecting Start >...
.... During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your hard drive designation. NOTE...Double-click your selection to the hard drive. Click Refresh. 3. b. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by selecting Start >...
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...56 battery discharging 37 low battery levels 37 battery information, finding 37 battery light 9 battery power 37 BIOS determining version 60 downloading an update 61 updating 60 Bluetooth device 15, 20 Bluetooth label 13 buttons left TouchPad 4 media 29 power 6 right TouchPad 4 volume 30 C cables USB 44 caps... wireless network 17 Connection Manager 16 connector, power 9 creating a wireless connection 15 critical battery level 37 D DC plug of external HP power supply 71 digital card inserting 42 removing 43 supported formats 42 Digital Media Slot, identifying 9 drive light 9 drives external 45 ...
...56 battery discharging 37 low battery levels 37 battery information, finding 37 battery light 9 battery power 37 BIOS determining version 60 downloading an update 61 updating 60 Bluetooth device 15, 20 Bluetooth label 13 buttons left TouchPad 4 media 29 power 6 right TouchPad 4 volume 30 C cables USB 44 caps... wireless network 17 Connection Manager 16 connector, power 9 creating a wireless connection 15 critical battery level 37 D DC plug of external HP power supply 71 digital card inserting 42 removing 43 supported formats 42 Digital Media Slot, identifying 9 drive light 9 drives external 45 ...
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display system information 28 using 28 HP Connection Manager 16 HP Recovery Manager 54 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 20 hubs 43 I icons network 15 wireless 15 input power 71 installing software updates 51 integrated webcam light, identifying 10 internal display switch 10 Internet connection setup... to another network 19 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 26 security, wireless 19 serial number 13 serial number, computer 13 setting password protection on wakeup 35 setup of WLAN 18 Setup Utility (BIOS) changing the language 58 displaying system information 59 exiting 60 navigating and selecting 59 ...
display system information 28 using 28 HP Connection Manager 16 HP Recovery Manager 54 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 20 hubs 43 I icons network 15 wireless 15 input power 71 installing software updates 51 integrated webcam light, identifying 10 internal display switch 10 Internet connection setup... to another network 19 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 26 security, wireless 19 serial number 13 serial number, computer 13 setting password protection on wakeup 35 setup of WLAN 18 Setup Utility (BIOS) changing the language 58 displaying system information 59 exiting 60 navigating and selecting 59 ...