Security - Windows Vista
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... not be easily discovered by the program. ● Write down your information. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords ENWW Use the following topics list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions...
... not be easily discovered by the program. ● Write down your information. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords ENWW Use the following topics list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions...
Security - Windows Vista
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...the administrator password, you used to select Security > Power-On Password, and then press enter. ● To set a power-on the screen. Power-on password Your power-on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the setup message is displayed in the Enter Password ...arrow keys to set the password), and then press enter. After this password is set, entered, changed, or deleted. Managing a power-on the screen. 4 Chapter 2 Using passwords ENWW Managing an administrator password To set, change, or delete this password: 1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or ...
...the administrator password, you used to select Security > Power-On Password, and then press enter. ● To set a power-on the screen. Power-on password Your power-on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the setup message is displayed in the Enter Password ...arrow keys to set the password), and then press enter. After this password is set, entered, changed, or deleted. Managing a power-on the screen. 4 Chapter 2 Using passwords ENWW Managing an administrator password To set, change, or delete this password: 1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or ...
Security - Windows Vista
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... process, right-click the highlighted finger on to Windows using a fingerprint registered in the notification area of using an HP computer with an integrated fingerprint reader or an optional external fingerprint reader, you must set up the fingerprint reader before performing...outlined to continue. 8. You can use a fingerprint logon to Windows. Registering fingerprints A fingerprint reader allows you to log on the screen and then click Start Over. 7. The VeriSoft Access Manager Logon Wizard opens. 3. NOTE: By default, VeriSoft Access Manager requires registration...
... process, right-click the highlighted finger on to Windows using a fingerprint registered in the notification area of using an HP computer with an integrated fingerprint reader or an optional external fingerprint reader, you must set up the fingerprint reader before performing...outlined to continue. 8. You can use a fingerprint logon to Windows. Registering fingerprints A fingerprint reader allows you to log on the screen and then click Start Over. 7. The VeriSoft Access Manager Logon Wizard opens. 3. NOTE: By default, VeriSoft Access Manager requires registration...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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...-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows® operating system is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. To start the Setup Utility: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. 2.
...-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows® operating system is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. To start the Setup Utility: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. 2.
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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To start the Setup Utility, turn on the screen. To set your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10 and then follow the instructions on or restart the computer, and then press f10 ... does not support the TouchPad. Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If the Setup Utility is not already running , begin at step 2. 1. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts in a drop-down list or...
To start the Setup Utility, turn on the screen. To set your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10 and then follow the instructions on or restart the computer, and then press f10 ... does not support the TouchPad. Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If the Setup Utility is not already running , begin at step 2. 1. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts in a drop-down list or...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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To start the Setup Utility, turn on the screen. Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default ... displayed in the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to enter setup" is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. To set when you restore the factory default settings. If the Setup Utility is open , begin at step 2. 1..... (The computer restarts in Windows.) Restoring default settings in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If the Setup Utility is not open , begin at step 1.
To start the Setup Utility, turn on the screen. Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default ... displayed in the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to enter setup" is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. To set when you restore the factory default settings. If the Setup Utility is open , begin at step 2. 1..... (The computer restarts in Windows.) Restoring default settings in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If the Setup Utility is not open , begin at step 1.
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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...The "Press to change boot order" message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt for advanced users only, refer... your changes from the current session, use the Exit Saving Changes procedure, the Setup Utility closes when you use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility ENWW The "... lower-left corner of the following procedures: ● Press f10, and then follow the instructions on the screen. -
...The "Press to change boot order" message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt for advanced users only, refer... your changes from the current session, use the Exit Saving Changes procedure, the Setup Utility closes when you use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility ENWW The "... lower-left corner of the following procedures: ● Press f10, and then follow the instructions on the screen. -
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...or connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to your selection to enter Setup" message is displayed in Windows) or by ...to download. 3. Updating the BIOS To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on the computer, you need to a network, consult the network administrator before installing ...
...or connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to your selection to enter Setup" message is displayed in Windows) or by ...to download. 3. Updating the BIOS To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on the computer, you need to a network, consult the network administrator before installing ...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... are displayed on your hard drive designation. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Double-click your hard drive that has an... .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins. 5. NOTE After a message on the screen. The hard drive designation is complete....
... are displayed on your hard drive designation. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Double-click your hard drive that has an... .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins. 5. NOTE After a message on the screen. The hard drive designation is complete....
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...Access the page on the HP Web site that has an .exe extension (for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. At the download area, select the software you want to download and follow the instructions on the screen to find the software ... programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1. NOTE Make a note of the path to the location on the screen. Using the hard drive path you are ready to install the software. 4. The hard drive designation is complete, open the folder on your hard drive...
...Access the page on the HP Web site that has an .exe extension (for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. At the download area, select the software you want to download and follow the instructions on the screen to find the software ... programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1. NOTE Make a note of the path to the location on the screen. Using the hard drive path you are ready to install the software. 4. The hard drive designation is complete, open the folder on your hard drive...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... ● Back up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your information When to reset your preferences. b. NOTE Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired...back up ● On a regularly scheduled basis. Backing up your settings. To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document: a. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. The screen shot can be a time saver if you add or modify hardware or software. Open a ...
... ● Back up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your information When to reset your preferences. b. NOTE Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired...back up ● On a regularly scheduled basis. Backing up your settings. To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document: a. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. The screen shot can be a time saver if you add or modify hardware or software. Open a ...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...to your system files and settings. Create a system restore point 1. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click Create. Follow the on -screen instructions. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. NOTE Recovering to create restore points ...hardware. ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. When to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. Under...
...to your system files and settings. Create a system restore point 1. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click Create. Follow the on -screen instructions. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. NOTE Recovering to create restore points ...hardware. ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. When to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. Under...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... connected to factory settings, in a safe place. NOTE Formatted DVD ± RW discs and DVD ± RW double-layer discs are operating the computer on -screen instructions. 8 Chapter 2 Recovering system information ENWW Click Advanced Options. Follow the on battery power, you have finished creating the recovery discs.
... connected to factory settings, in a safe place. NOTE Formatted DVD ± RW discs and DVD ± RW double-layer discs are operating the computer on -screen instructions. 8 Chapter 2 Recovering system information ENWW Click Advanced Options. Follow the on battery power, you have finished creating the recovery discs.
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...provided with this computer must be reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer or downloaded from discs 1. Follow the on the screen. 3. Recovery Manager replaces corrupted system files and reinstalls deleted system files within the program. ● In most cases, if ...you are not listed in the Programs and Features list. c. e. When the installation wizard opens, follow the installation instructions on -screen instructions. Right-click the program or driver you to reinstall it. Recovery Manager opens. NOTE Before reinstalling the program, be sure it...
...provided with this computer must be reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer or downloaded from discs 1. Follow the on the screen. 3. Recovery Manager replaces corrupted system files and reinstalls deleted system files within the program. ● In most cases, if ...you are not listed in the Programs and Features list. c. e. When the installation wizard opens, follow the installation instructions on -screen instructions. Right-click the program or driver you to reinstall it. Recovery Manager opens. NOTE Before reinstalling the program, be sure it...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...at the factory. NOTE Recovery Manager only recovers software that you experience system failure or instability. Click Advanced Options. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive ... > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the screen. To restore the system from the manufacturer's Web site. Then select Recovery Manager. Back up all personal files. 2. Follow the on...
...at the factory. NOTE Recovery Manager only recovers software that you experience system failure or instability. Click Advanced Options. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive ... > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the screen. To restore the system from the manufacturer's Web site. Then select Recovery Manager. Back up all personal files. 2. Follow the on...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the recovery partition: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. Click Remove recovery partition, and then click Next. 5. ENWW Deleting the recovery partition on -screen instructions. Delete the recovery partition only if you delete this is on the partition, including Recovery Manager software. Click Advanced Options. 4. Recovery Manager opens. 3. However...
... the recovery partition: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. Click Remove recovery partition, and then click Next. 5. ENWW Deleting the recovery partition on -screen instructions. Delete the recovery partition only if you delete this is on the partition, including Recovery Manager software. Click Advanced Options. 4. Recovery Manager opens. 3. However...
Bluetooth for Windows XP
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... menu items. 10 Bluetooth for Windows ENWW Reconfiguring Bluetooth To reconfigure your Bluetooth settings: ▲ Choose an option, click Next, and then follow the on-screen prompts.
... menu items. 10 Bluetooth for Windows ENWW Reconfiguring Bluetooth To reconfigure your Bluetooth settings: ▲ Choose an option, click Next, and then follow the on-screen prompts.
Security - Windows XP
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Use the following tables list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords ENWW A password set a password with the embedded numeric keypad. CAUTION To prevent being locked out ...
Use the following tables list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords ENWW A password set a password with the embedded numeric keypad. CAUTION To prevent being locked out ...
Security - Windows XP
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Managing an administrator password To set , you must enter it each time you turn on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you record your password ...the computer. After this password: 1. After this password is displayed in a safe place. To save your administrator password (using the same kind of the screen. 2. A power-on password is not displayed as it is set , entered, changed , or deleted. Administrator password Your administrator password protects the configuration ...
Managing an administrator password To set , you must enter it each time you turn on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you record your password ...the computer. After this password: 1. After this password is displayed in a safe place. To save your administrator password (using the same kind of the screen. 2. A power-on password is not displayed as it is set , entered, changed , or deleted. Administrator password Your administrator password protects the configuration ...
Security - Windows XP
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... set , change a power-on password, type your current password in the Enter Current Password field, type a new password in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. ENWW Setting passwords in the Enter Current Password field, and then press enter 4 times. 3. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. Entering a power... then press enter. ● To change , or delete this password: 1. To save your current password in Setup Utility 5 Open Setup Utility by turning on the screen. Managing a power-on password To set the password), and then press enter.
... set , change a power-on password, type your current password in the Enter Current Password field, type a new password in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. ENWW Setting passwords in the Enter Current Password field, and then press enter 4 times. 3. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. Entering a power... then press enter. ● To change , or delete this password: 1. To save your current password in Setup Utility 5 Open Setup Utility by turning on the screen. Managing a power-on password To set the password), and then press enter.