Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Run a diagnostic test 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 Change the Setup Utility language. Set the following boot options: ● f9...
... State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Run a diagnostic test 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 Change the Setup Utility language. Set the following boot options: ● f9...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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.... Install the updates. 1 NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download packages...
.... Install the updates. 1 NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download packages...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. b. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you want to download. 3. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Do not download or install a BIOS update...
... Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. b. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you want to download. 3. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Do not download or install a BIOS update...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded...
... is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. For more information. 1. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You...
... 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. For more information. 1. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Refer to Help and Support for unnecessary files that the system can run more efficiently. You may set it may take more than an hour to complete. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to free up disk...
... password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Refer to Help and Support for unnecessary files that the system can run more efficiently. You may set it may take more than an hour to complete. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to free up disk...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... 6. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to delete. 6. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Start Search box. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the computer. - On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select how often the utility should check for any discs from the optical drive. 2. Open your computer model number in...
... 6. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to delete. 6. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Start Search box. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the computer. - On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select how often the utility should check for any discs from the optical drive. 2. Open your computer model number in...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... a storage location on -screen instructions to your computer. To use Microsoft Update: 1. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - If prompted to your computer. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Click Security & Updates. 3. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is set to automatically check for your hard drive. Open your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your Internet browser...
... a storage location on -screen instructions to your computer. To use Microsoft Update: 1. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - If prompted to your computer. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Click Security & Updates. 3. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is set to automatically check for your hard drive. Open your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your Internet browser...
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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... is connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is in use. 8 Chapter 2 Components Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is not connected to external power. Connect optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video or audio device...
... is connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is in use. 8 Chapter 2 Components Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is not connected to external power. Connect optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video or audio device...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... must also determine what type of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other supported external display. Plug one HDMI device connected to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Determining the type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to that graphics card. To connect a video or audio device to an optional video or audio device, such as a high...
... must also determine what type of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other supported external display. Plug one HDMI device connected to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Determining the type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to that graphics card. To connect a video or audio device to an optional video or audio device, such as a high...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... software updates on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting To use Microsoft Update: 1. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your hard drive. To use the HP Web site: 1. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility...
... software updates on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting To use Microsoft Update: 1. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your hard drive. To use the HP Web site: 1. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... Power button. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. 1 Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 10 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive...
... Power button. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. 1 Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 10 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... More power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Click Restore default settings for this plan, and then follow the on the computer turns off . Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is off. 2. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. If the computer is off, turn it on when the battery is recharged, the battery light on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power You can use...
... More power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Click Restore default settings for this plan, and then follow the on the computer turns off . Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is off. 2. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. If the computer is off, turn it on when the battery is recharged, the battery light on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power You can use...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... 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 for an...Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button. 3. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. 4 Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down the computer The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display...
... 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 for an...Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button. 3. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. 4 Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down the computer The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display...
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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... 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 in use. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ■ Memory Stick (MS) ■ Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ■ MultiMediaCard (MMC) ■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type...
... 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 in use. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ■ Memory Stick (MS) ■ Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ■ MultiMediaCard (MMC) ■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type...
Service Guide
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... 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. When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the bottom of the computer. This number describes the duration of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support...
... 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. When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the bottom of the computer. This number describes the duration of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support...
Service Guide
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.... 9. Make special note of the warranty period for the computer. This number describes the duration of each product. 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. This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 Connect AC power...
.... 9. Make special note of the warranty period for the computer. This number describes the duration of each product. 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. This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 Connect AC power...
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...