Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ 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 DC mode. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Set the following boot...
... memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ 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 DC mode. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Set the following boot...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... utilities, or changing Windows settings. Access the updates on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer. Most software and BIOS updates on the system ROM. Install the updates. 1 Identify your computer model, product category, and series...
... utilities, or changing Windows settings. Access the updates on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer. Most software and BIOS updates on the system ROM. Install the updates. 1 Identify your computer model, product category, and series...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Sleep or Hibernation. Open the Setup Utility by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. At the download area, follow these steps: a. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by turning on battery power...
... Sleep or Hibernation. Open the Setup Utility by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. At the download area, follow these steps: a. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by turning on battery power...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your computer model number...
... driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your computer model number...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN...
... or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... start it, it to improve the security of fragmented files, it may set it works without supervision. You may be prompted for your computer. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Follow the on the size of your hard drive and the number of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually...
... start it, it to improve the security of fragmented files, it may set it works without supervision. You may be prompted for your computer. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Follow the on the size of your hard drive and the number of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... the option for software and driver downloads, type your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software updates on bottom of these procedures to step 6. Windows scans your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to update your drivers using the procedures in the pane above the box. 3. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings...
... the option for software and driver downloads, type your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software updates on bottom of these procedures to step 6. Windows scans your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to update your drivers using the procedures in the pane above the box. 3. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. Click Microsoft Update to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. 3. Click your Internet browser and go to get the latest updates for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install the updated driver without downloading...
... the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. Click Microsoft Update to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. 3. Click your Internet browser and go to get the latest updates for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install the updated driver without downloading...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
... 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...or audio component. Connect optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (select models only) (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. Connects a network cable. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP...
...or audio component. Connect optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (select models only) (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. Connects a network cable. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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.... 2. or - 1. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your media program. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Determining the type of graphics card is installed on the computer display or any...
.... 2. or - 1. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your media program. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Determining the type of graphics card is installed on the computer display or any...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Click Next to step 6. 3. Open your Internet browser, go to get the latest updates for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Click the option for your computer. Click your Internet browser and go to do not put sp in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Open your specific...
... use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Click Next to step 6. 3. Open your Internet browser, go to get the latest updates for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Click the option for your computer. Click your Internet browser and go to do not put sp in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Open your specific...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... an external media card. With the computer on, you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options...
... an external media card. With the computer on, you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... the battery will charge faster if the computer is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns off . 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. If the computer is off, turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Click Restore default settings for this plan, and then follow the on when the battery is fully recharged. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To...
... the battery will charge faster if the computer is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns off . 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. If the computer is off, turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Click Restore default settings for this plan, and then follow the on when the battery is fully recharged. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... Down. Click Start, and then click the arrow next to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter...
... Down. Click Start, and then click the arrow next to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter...
Service Guide
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... parts catalog Serial number location 3-1 Computer major components 3-2 Display assembly components 3-9 Plastics Kit 3-11 Mass storage devices 3-12 Miscellaneous parts 3-13 Sequential part number listing 3-14 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements 4-1 Tools required 4-1 Service considerations 4-1 Grounding guidelines 4-2 Unknown user password 4-4 Component replacement procedures 4-5 Serial number 4-5 Computer feet 4-6 Battery 4-7 Optical drive 4-8 Hard drive 4-10 RTC battery 4-12 Memory module 4-13 WLAN module 4-15 Keyboard 4-17 Keyboard...
... parts catalog Serial number location 3-1 Computer major components 3-2 Display assembly components 3-9 Plastics Kit 3-11 Mass storage devices 3-12 Miscellaneous parts 3-13 Sequential part number listing 3-14 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements 4-1 Tools required 4-1 Service considerations 4-1 Grounding guidelines 4-2 Unknown user password 4-4 Component replacement procedures 4-5 Serial number 4-5 Computer feet 4-6 Battery 4-7 Optical drive 4-8 Hard drive 4-10 RTC battery 4-12 Memory module 4-13 WLAN module 4-15 Keyboard 4-17 Keyboard...
Service Guide
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Connects an optional USB device. Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to external power. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Left-side components Item Component 1 Power connector 2 AC adapter light 3 External monitor port 4 RJ-45 (network) jack 5 HDMI port (select models only) 6 USB port 7 Digital Media Slot (select models only) 8 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Function Connects an AC adapter. ■ On: The computer is connected to external power. ■ Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. 2-7 Right-side components Item Component...
Connects an optional USB device. Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to external power. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Left-side components Item Component 1 Power connector 2 AC adapter light 3 External monitor port 4 RJ-45 (network) jack 5 HDMI port (select models only) 6 USB port 7 Digital Media Slot (select models only) 8 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Function Connects an AC adapter. ■ On: The computer is connected to external power. ■ Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. 2-7 Right-side components Item Component...
Service Guide
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Illustrated parts catalog 3-1 This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag. This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. When ordering parts or requesting...
Illustrated parts catalog 3-1 This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag. This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. When ordering parts or requesting...
Service Guide
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... to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 There are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the computer. Turn on the bottom of each product. Connect AC power to each screw and standoff size and location during removal and replacement. All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. 7. Replace the RTC battery...
... to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 There are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the computer. Turn on the bottom of each product. Connect AC power to each screw and standoff size and location during removal and replacement. All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. 7. Replace the RTC battery...
Service Guide
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... 2-8 BIOS administrator password 5-3 Bluetooth module removal 4-35 spare part number 4-35 Bluetooth module cable 3-17 removal 4-35 spare part number 3-6, 3-17 Blu-ray disc specifications 6-4 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive product description 1-4 removal 4-9 spare part number 4-8 specifications 6-4 boot options 5-4 boot order 5-4 bottom components 2-8 Index Index built-in device Bluetooth device radio 2-8 modem 1-4 wireless button 2-3 WLAN device radio 2-8 buttons power 2-3 wireless 2-3 C cables, service consideration 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 chipset, product description 1-2 CMOS...
... 2-8 BIOS administrator password 5-3 Bluetooth module removal 4-35 spare part number 4-35 Bluetooth module cable 3-17 removal 4-35 spare part number 3-6, 3-17 Blu-ray disc specifications 6-4 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive product description 1-4 removal 4-9 spare part number 4-8 specifications 6-4 boot options 5-4 boot order 5-4 bottom components 2-8 Index Index built-in device Bluetooth device radio 2-8 modem 1-4 wireless button 2-3 WLAN device radio 2-8 buttons power 2-3 wireless 2-3 C cables, service consideration 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 chipset, product description 1-2 CMOS...