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... Digital Media Slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Enables airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Produces sound when connected to cool internal components. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick...
... Digital Media Slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Enables airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Produces sound when connected to cool internal components. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick...
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...; Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in Windows 7 101 NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Run a comprehensive self-test on . Run a diagnostic test on the system memory. Enable/disable Action Keys Mode. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Card Reader...
...; Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in Windows 7 101 NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Run a comprehensive self-test on . Run a diagnostic test on the system memory. Enable/disable Action Keys Mode. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Card Reader...
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... key. ● Enable/disable USB legacy support. When enabled, USB legacy support allows the following: ◦ Use of a USB keyboard in seconds. ● Set the boot order. ◦ 1st boot device: USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device: USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device: USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device: Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device: USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device: Network controller ● Swap the functions of the listed System Configuration options may not be supported by your operating system is not running. ◦ Startup from bootable USB devices, including...
... key. ● Enable/disable USB legacy support. When enabled, USB legacy support allows the following: ◦ Use of a USB keyboard in seconds. ● Set the boot order. ◦ 1st boot device: USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device: USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device: USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device: Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device: USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device: Network controller ● Swap the functions of the listed System Configuration options may not be supported by your operating system is not running. ◦ Startup from bootable USB devices, including...
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... that control how the devices work on the desktop. 2. Click System properties near the top of computer hardware and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. Select Start > Computer. 2. System resource specifications You can use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows XP: 1. CAUTION: Improperly changing resource settings can disable your hardware and...
... that control how the devices work on the desktop. 2. Click System properties near the top of computer hardware and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. Select Start > Computer. 2. System resource specifications You can use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows XP: 1. CAUTION: Improperly changing resource settings can disable your hardware and...
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... Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 113 Bluetooth module removal 73 spare part number 29, 73 boot options 101, 106 boot order 101, 106 button sound 101 buttons power 14 TouchPad right/left 12 C cable kit, spare part number 30 cables, service considerations 46 camera module removal 79 spare part number 79 camera, product description 6 caps lock light, identifying 13 Card Reader Power Saving 101 changing the language of Setup Utility 97 chipset, product description 2 compartments memory module 19 components additional hardware 21 bottom...
... Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 113 Bluetooth module removal 73 spare part number 29, 73 boot options 101, 106 boot order 101, 106 button sound 101 buttons power 14 TouchPad right/left 12 C cable kit, spare part number 30 cables, service considerations 46 camera module removal 79 spare part number 79 camera, product description 6 caps lock light, identifying 13 Card Reader Power Saving 101 changing the language of Setup Utility 97 chipset, product description 2 compartments memory module 19 components additional hardware 21 bottom...
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... (network 18 K keyboard product description 9 removal 63 spare part numbers 25, 63 keys esc 15 fn 15 function 15 navigation 15 Windows applications 15 Windows logo 15 L LAN Power Saving 101 language support 101 latch, battery release 19 legacy support, USB 102, 106 light power 13 lights caps lock 13 Digital Media Slot 18 optical drive 17 webcam 16 wireless 13 M Main menu 100 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 34 memory module product description 4 removal 61 spare part numbers 27, 61 memory module compartment...
... (network 18 K keyboard product description 9 removal 63 spare part numbers 25, 63 keys esc 15 fn 15 function 15 navigation 15 Windows applications 15 Windows logo 15 L LAN Power Saving 101 language support 101 latch, battery release 19 legacy support, USB 102, 106 light power 13 lights caps lock 13 Digital Media Slot 18 optical drive 17 webcam 16 wireless 13 M Main menu 100 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 34 memory module product description 4 removal 61 spare part numbers 27, 61 memory module compartment...
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... 7 external media cards 8 graphics 2 hard drives 5 keyboard 9 memory module 4 microphone 6 modem module 7 operating system 9 optical drives 6 pointing devices 9 ports 8 power requirements 9 processors 1 product name 1 security 9 serviceability 9 wireless 7 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 115 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 120 recovering from the recovery discs 120 recovery discs 115, 116 Recovery Manager 115, 120 recovery partition 115 recovery, system 120 removal/replacement preliminaries 45 procedures 50 restore points 119 restoring default settings 99...
... 7 external media cards 8 graphics 2 hard drives 5 keyboard 9 memory module 4 microphone 6 modem module 7 operating system 9 optical drives 6 pointing devices 9 ports 8 power requirements 9 processors 1 product name 1 security 9 serviceability 9 wireless 7 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 115 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 120 recovering from the recovery discs 120 recovery discs 115, 116 Recovery Manager 115, 120 recovery partition 115 recovery, system 120 removal/replacement preliminaries 45 procedures 50 restore points 119 restoring default settings 99...
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... the correct drivers are on (white). The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be...
... the correct drivers are on (white). The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be...
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... specifications 27 external devices, troubleshooting 19 F firewalls 8 full system recovery 21 H hardware identifying 2 installing 14 Help and Support 2 Hibernation 17 HP Recovery Manager 21 humidity specifications 27 I IEC 60950 compliance 9, 18 image, switching, among display devices 17 Internet broadband access 9 choosing an ISP 10 choosing type of access 9 connecting to 9 dial-up access 9 wireless access 9 Internet service provider (ISP) 10 Internet Services & Offers 10 Internet, connecting 1 K keyboard, cleaning 29 M modem connecting 9 surge protection 8 monitor, external 18 Notebook...
... specifications 27 external devices, troubleshooting 19 F firewalls 8 full system recovery 21 H hardware identifying 2 installing 14 Help and Support 2 Hibernation 17 HP Recovery Manager 21 humidity specifications 27 I IEC 60950 compliance 9, 18 image, switching, among display devices 17 Internet broadband access 9 choosing an ISP 10 choosing type of access 9 connecting to 9 dial-up access 9 wireless access 9 Internet service provider (ISP) 10 Internet Services & Offers 10 Internet, connecting 1 K keyboard, cleaning 29 M modem connecting 9 surge protection 8 monitor, external 18 Notebook...
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...; Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Left-side components Component (1) External monitor port (2) Vent (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (2) (6) Audio-in use. 8 Chapter 1 Features Enables...
...; Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Left-side components Component (1) External monitor port (2) Vent (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (2) (6) Audio-in use. 8 Chapter 1 Features Enables...
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... Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Use the procedures in Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Before working your way through the sequence of your computer. Cannot connect to your permission or password for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to expand the list and show all wireless devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Use the procedures in Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Before working your way through the sequence of your computer. Cannot connect to your permission or password for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to expand the list and show all wireless devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... operation of the device. Click Install now to enter settings before you can check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to install. 7. Click Download only to save the file to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be prompted to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click your computer. Click Start...
... operation of the device. Click Install now to enter settings before you can check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to install. 7. Click Download only to save the file to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be prompted to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click your computer. Click Start...
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... longer if a battery is new, has been unused for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Decrease the brightness on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Maximum discharge...
... longer if a battery is new, has been unused for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Decrease the brightness on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Maximum discharge...
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... Security feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Firewall software ● Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security) ● Critical security updates NOTE: Security solutions are set, changed, or deleted, it in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer. 9 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove all password settings.
... Security feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Firewall software ● Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security) ● Critical security updates NOTE: Security solutions are set, changed, or deleted, it in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer. 9 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove all password settings.
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... button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Set the following boot options: ● POST hotkey delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals of Setup Utility. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a diagnostic test on the hard drive. Enable...
... button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Set the following boot options: ● POST hotkey delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals of Setup Utility. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a diagnostic test on the hard drive. Enable...
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...://www.hp.com. 3. If your permission or password for more information. 2. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. You...
...://www.hp.com. 3. If your permission or password for more information. 2. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. You...
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... drivers 103 Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later. Click your operating system. 5. To do so, restart your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. Open your Web browser, go to your computer. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP...
... drivers 103 Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later. Click your operating system. 5. To do so, restart your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. Open your Web browser, go to your computer. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP...
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... 9 battery temperature 70 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 9 hard drive 9 BIOS, updating 101 Blu-ray Disc playing 43 removing 48 Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 99 boot order 99 button sound 99 buttons power 4 TouchPad right/left 2, 24 C cables LAN 22 USB 80 calibrating battery 68 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 99 CD copying 46 playing 43 removing 48 CD drive 41, 74 changing the language of Setup Utility 96 charging batteries 66, 68 checking audio functions 36 compartments memory module 9 components additional hardware 11...
... 9 battery temperature 70 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 9 hard drive 9 BIOS, updating 101 Blu-ray Disc playing 43 removing 48 Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 99 boot order 99 button sound 99 buttons power 4 TouchPad right/left 2, 24 C cables LAN 22 USB 80 calibrating battery 68 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 99 CD copying 46 playing 43 removing 48 CD drive 41, 74 changing the language of Setup Utility 96 charging batteries 66, 68 checking audio functions 36 compartments memory module 9 components additional hardware 11...
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... Slot 8 optical drive 7 webcam 6 wireless 3 local area network (LAN) cable required 22 connecting cable 22 low battery level 67 M Main menu 98 maintenance Disk Cleanup 75 Disk Defragmenter 75 managing a power-on password 91 managing an administrator password 90 media controls, hotkeys 34 memory module inserting 85 removing 85 memory module compartment cover removing 85 replacing 86 memory module compartment, identifying 9 memory test 99 microphone (internal), identifying 6, 32 minimizing interference 22 modem approval label 12 modem cable noise suppression circuitry 11 monitor port, external...
... Slot 8 optical drive 7 webcam 6 wireless 3 local area network (LAN) cable required 22 connecting cable 22 low battery level 67 M Main menu 98 maintenance Disk Cleanup 75 Disk Defragmenter 75 managing a power-on password 91 managing an administrator password 90 media controls, hotkeys 34 memory module inserting 85 removing 85 memory module compartment cover removing 85 replacing 86 memory module compartment, identifying 9 memory test 99 microphone (internal), identifying 6, 32 minimizing interference 22 modem approval label 12 modem cable noise suppression circuitry 11 monitor port, external...
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... battery 66 restore points 108 restoring default settings 97 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 7 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 S secondary hard drive self test 99 security cable slot, identifying 7 Security menu 98 security, wireless 17 selecting in Setup Utility 96 serial number, computer 12 service tag 12 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility, passwords set in 89 shut down 71 Sleep exiting 60 initiating 60 slots Digital Media 8 memory module 9 security cable 7 software Disk Cleanup 75 Disk Defragmenter 75 multimedia 35 Windows Media Player 35 Wireless...
... battery 66 restore points 108 restoring default settings 97 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 7 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 S secondary hard drive self test 99 security cable slot, identifying 7 Security menu 98 security, wireless 17 selecting in Setup Utility 96 serial number, computer 12 service tag 12 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility, passwords set in 89 shut down 71 Sleep exiting 60 initiating 60 slots Digital Media 8 memory module 9 security cable 7 software Disk Cleanup 75 Disk Defragmenter 75 multimedia 35 Windows Media Player 35 Wireless...