Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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HP Notebook PCs - Perform a Hard Reset 1. Connect an external monitor to check display Remove all CD/...Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan ... Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove all other methods fail, use this checklist as a guide when trying to the notebook. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to ...
HP Notebook PCs - Perform a Hard Reset 1. Connect an external monitor to check display Remove all CD/...Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan ... Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove all other methods fail, use this checklist as a guide when trying to the notebook. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to ...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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...trademarks of our products. Part number: 598234-001 User Guides HP is subject to date with your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers... on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. HP shall not be construed...
...trademarks of our products. Part number: 598234-001 User Guides HP is subject to date with your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers... on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. HP shall not be construed...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... software installed on the computer 14 Turning off the computer 15 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 17 Quick troubleshooting 17 The computer is unusually warm 18 Notebook Essentials iii
... software installed on the computer 14 Turning off the computer 15 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 17 Quick troubleshooting 17 The computer is unusually warm 18 Notebook Essentials iii
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Contents An external device is not working 19 The wireless network connection is not working 19 Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 21 Backing up your information 22 Using Windows Backup and Restore 23 Using system restore points 23 Performing a recovery 24 Recovering using the recovery discs 24 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 25 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 27 Input power 27 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 29 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 29 Traveling and shipping 29 Index iv Notebook Essentials
Contents An external device is not working 19 The wireless network connection is not working 19 Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 21 Backing up your information 22 Using Windows Backup and Restore 23 Using system restore points 23 Performing a recovery 24 Recovering using the recovery discs 24 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 25 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 27 Input power 27 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 29 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 29 Traveling and shipping 29 Index iv Notebook Essentials
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...TouchPad also supports a variety of other TouchPad gestures. ✎ For additional information about using the TouchPad and TouchPad gestures, refer to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. First, read the specific chapters for...Guides disc included with some models. Use the TouchPad's lower left and right buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Notebook Essentials 1 For example, this chapter completely, because it explains what to do and where to find practical information to help in...
...TouchPad also supports a variety of other TouchPad gestures. ✎ For additional information about using the TouchPad and TouchPad gestures, refer to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. First, read the specific chapters for...Guides disc included with some models. Use the TouchPad's lower left and right buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Notebook Essentials 1 For example, this chapter completely, because it explains what to do and where to find practical information to help in...
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... computer and are available through Help and Support. » To access the user guides in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 2 Notebook Essentials HP also recommends that is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Refer to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. for select models may be...
... computer and are available through Help and Support. » To access the user guides in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 2 Notebook Essentials HP also recommends that is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Refer to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. for select models may be...
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... to improve the security of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. Notebook Essentials 3 In the left pane, click Device Manager. Chapter 1: Getting started To see a list of the computer. You can also use Device Manager to add...
... to improve the security of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. Notebook Essentials 3 In the left pane, click Device Manager. Chapter 1: Getting started To see a list of the computer. You can also use Device Manager to add...
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Accelerator Driver for Mobile HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) Displays the status of your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. It includes the notification ... on your computer. Opens the Mouse Properties window. Icon Name Norton Internet Security Synaptics Pointing Devices Description Displays the status of your wireless device. (Continued) Notebook Essentials 5 Intel® Graphics Media Opens the Intel Graphics window. Chapter 2: Windows desktop Identifying the Windows desktop features The Windows desktop is where you start...
Accelerator Driver for Mobile HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) Displays the status of your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. It includes the notification ... on your computer. Opens the Mouse Properties window. Icon Name Norton Internet Security Synaptics Pointing Devices Description Displays the status of your wireless device. (Continued) Notebook Essentials 5 Intel® Graphics Media Opens the Intel Graphics window. Chapter 2: Windows desktop Identifying the Windows desktop features The Windows desktop is where you start...
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Displays the status of your network connection. on page 7" for more information. 6 Notebook Essentials Displays the current power status and opens the Battery Meter window. Chapter 2: Windows desktop Icon Name HP Connection Manager (select models only) Battery Meter Network status Wireless network status Volume Control Description Displays the status of your wireless...Refer to Chapter 3, ""Chapter 3: What's next?" Opens the Volume Control window. Ä CAUTION: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. Displays the status of HP Connection Manager and opens the...
Displays the status of your network connection. on page 7" for more information. 6 Notebook Essentials Displays the current power status and opens the Battery Meter window. Chapter 2: Windows desktop Icon Name HP Connection Manager (select models only) Battery Meter Network status Wireless network status Volume Control Description Displays the status of your wireless...Refer to Chapter 3, ""Chapter 3: What's next?" Opens the Volume Control window. Ä CAUTION: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. Displays the status of HP Connection Manager and opens the...
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... , and in case of free updates. To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Notebook Essentials 7 The recovery discs are used to recover optimal system functionality. Protecting your computer from damage caused by purchasing extended update service. ■ To access...
... , and in case of free updates. To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Notebook Essentials 7 The recovery discs are used to recover optimal system functionality. Protecting your computer from damage caused by purchasing extended update service. ■ To access...
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... protector. Surge protectors are commonly available from the computer). ■ If provided with some models. The grounding pin is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 8 Notebook Essentials Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the computer to block messages that connects the modem to your privacy When you use the computer...
... protector. Surge protectors are commonly available from the computer). ■ If provided with some models. The grounding pin is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 8 Notebook Essentials Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the computer to block messages that connects the modem to your privacy When you use the computer...
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... The networking features of the computer enable you to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Notebook Essentials 9 Choosing the type of Internet access available The computer supports 2 types of connections: ■ Cable modem ■ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL... or the "Setting up a wireless network" section. ■ Wired-You can access the Internet by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. Use the computer only on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP). Do not allow the ...
... The networking features of the computer enable you to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Notebook Essentials 9 Choosing the type of Internet access available The computer supports 2 types of connections: ■ Cable modem ■ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL... or the "Setting up a wireless network" section. ■ Wired-You can access the Internet by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. Use the computer only on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP). Do not allow the ...
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... to the Internet. Chapter 3: What's next? Choosing an ISP You must set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to enable the firewall. 10 Notebook Essentials The Internet Services & Offers utility assists with these situations: ■ If you already have an Internet account and would like to select an ISP...
... to the Internet. Chapter 3: What's next? Choosing an ISP You must set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to enable the firewall. 10 Notebook Essentials The Internet Services & Offers utility assists with these situations: ■ If you already have an Internet account and would like to select an ISP...
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... an example of the taskbar. 2. If required, enter the security key. Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to access the Internet. Notebook Essentials 11
... an example of the taskbar. 2. If required, enter the security key. Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to access the Internet. Notebook Essentials 11
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... and store it in a safe place. If the wireless light is amber. If you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support. Press the wireless action key (f12) to turn it on the computer and use the Windows tools to set... and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Set up a new connection or network, and then click Set up your new wireless computer to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support. 2. If the wireless computer is recommended that the wireless light on . Step 1: Purchase high-speed Internet service If ...
... and store it in a safe place. If the wireless light is amber. If you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support. Press the wireless action key (f12) to turn it on the computer and use the Windows tools to set... and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Set up a new connection or network, and then click Set up your new wireless computer to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support. 2. If the wireless computer is recommended that the wireless light on . Step 1: Purchase high-speed Internet service If ...
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... to a wired network requires an RJ-11 modem cable (not included with the computer) or an RJ-45 network cable (not included with the computer). Notebook Essentials 13 Select a network. To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of the cable into the jack 1 on the computer...
... to a wired network requires an RJ-11 modem cable (not included with the computer) or an RJ-45 network cable (not included with the computer). Notebook Essentials 13 Select a network. To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of the cable into the jack 1 on the computer...
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... programs is displayed. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. Some updates may affect the way the computer responds to Help and Support. 14 Notebook Essentials Update the operating system and other software installed on the computer as soon as an optional printer, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer...
... programs is displayed. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. Some updates may affect the way the computer responds to Help and Support. 14 Notebook Essentials Update the operating system and other software installed on the computer as soon as an optional printer, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer...
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... the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the lower-right corner of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Notebook Essentials 15 Then, in the loss of the screen, click the Shut Down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds...
... the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the lower-right corner of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Notebook Essentials 15 Then, in the loss of the screen, click the Shut Down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds...
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...can help you determine why the computer does not start up If the computer does not turn off the computer, one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. The computer screen ...," the next section in this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is resolved: ■ Refer to Notebook Essentials 17 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in the order provided until the problem is ...
...can help you determine why the computer does not start up If the computer does not turn off the computer, one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. The computer screen ...," the next section in this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is resolved: ■ Refer to Notebook Essentials 17 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in the order provided until the problem is ...
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.... Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. 18 Notebook Essentials When you press f4 repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external displays, and simultaneous display on all vents free...
.... Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. 18 Notebook Essentials When you press f4 repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external displays, and simultaneous display on all vents free...