Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... do this Enter, change, or delete an administrator password. Enter, change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). 3 Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this chapter may...
... do this Enter, change, or delete an administrator password. Enter, change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). 3 Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this chapter may...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the on -screen instructions. The System Protection window opens. 6. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Using system restore points When you back up your...
... the on -screen instructions. The System Protection window opens. 6. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Using system restore points When you back up your...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v
Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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...-11 modem cable (purchased separately). Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are not compatible with the modem. or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately) is also required. 1 Using the modem (select models only) The modem must be connected to a digital line can permanently damage...
...-11 modem cable (purchased separately). Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are not compatible with the modem. or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately) is also required. 1 Using the modem (select models only) The modem must be connected to a digital line can permanently damage...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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... which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. or region-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the country- Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately). Plug the modem cable into the modem jack...
... which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. or region-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the country- Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately). Plug the modem cable into the modem jack...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem cable adapter 3 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9
Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem cable adapter 3 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... and install it later. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded,...stored, and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software To do so, restart your computer....
... and install it later. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded,...stored, and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software To do so, restart your computer....
Drives - Windows Vista
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...) 1. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on your hard drive. 2. Close the disc tray and place the disc in subfolders. 4. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the drive bezel to make unauthorized copies...
...) 1. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on your hard drive. 2. Close the disc tray and place the disc in subfolders. 4. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the drive bezel to make unauthorized copies...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...2. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to delete. 6. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Click Next to update your computer model number on the bottom right-hand side of the display and on the service tag on bottom... Repeat for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the Web. 3. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the section "Obtaining the latest HP device drivers." Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you may need to immediately check for anything ...
...2. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to delete. 6. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Click Next to update your computer model number on the bottom right-hand side of the display and on the service tag on bottom... Repeat for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the Web. 3. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the section "Obtaining the latest HP device drivers." Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you may need to immediately check for anything ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... computer. Click Microsoft Update to get the latest updates for updates to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - or - If prompted to your specific product from the models listed. 4. To use Microsoft Update: 1. When the list of the device. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. 3. Click your...
... computer. Click Microsoft Update to get the latest updates for updates to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - or - If prompted to your specific product from the models listed. 4. To use Microsoft Update: 1. When the list of the device. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. 3. Click your...
External Devices - Windows Vista
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The computer has 3 USB ports which is usually included with the device. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the computer. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub. 1 Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the manufacturer's instructions.
The computer has 3 USB ports which is usually included with the device. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the computer. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub. 1 Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the manufacturer's instructions.
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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..., briefly press the second key of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to open Help and Support. The BIOS date is displayed in decimal...
..., briefly press the second key of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to open Help and Support. The BIOS date is displayed in decimal...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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..., it cannot be changed . ● DVD players used in subfolders. 4. Open the folder, and then drag the files to create-data, audio, or video. 5. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with CyberLink Power2Go. ● Because some home and car stereos will not play CD...
..., it cannot be changed . ● DVD players used in subfolders. 4. Open the folder, and then drag the files to create-data, audio, or video. 5. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with CyberLink Power2Go. ● Because some home and car stereos will not play CD...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... be set to your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. Follow the on the Web. 3. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click the option for HP software updates. Click Security & Updates. 3. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your Internet browser, go to immediately check for software and...
... be set to your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. Follow the on the Web. 3. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click the option for HP software updates. Click Security & Updates. 3. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your Internet browser, go to immediately check for software and...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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Finding battery information in Help and Support 7 Finding battery information in Help and Support The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access Battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center.
Finding battery information in Help and Support 7 Finding battery information in Help and Support The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access Battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center.
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... failures. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 These software issues ...drop, due to the following sections explain how to the system board. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following factors: Non-operational shock (when the notebook is turned off)...
... failures. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 These software issues ...drop, due to the following sections explain how to the system board. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following factors: Non-operational shock (when the notebook is turned off)...
Service Guide
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...±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications. . . . . . 6-4 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 6-4 System DMA specifications 6-5 System interrupt specifications 6-5 System I/O address specifications 6-6 System memory map specifications 6-7 7 Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw 7-1 Phillips PM2.5x5.0 screw 7-3 Phillips PM2.5x6.0 captive screw 7-4 Phillips PM3.0x4.0 screw 7-5 Phillips...
...±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications. . . . . . 6-4 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 6-4 System DMA specifications 6-5 System interrupt specifications 6-5 System I/O address specifications 6-6 System memory map specifications 6-7 7 Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw 7-1 Phillips PM2.5x5.0 screw 7-3 Phillips PM2.5x6.0 captive screw 7-4 Phillips PM3.0x4.0 screw 7-5 Phillips...
Service Guide
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... monitor 9-2 HDMI 9-3 RJ-11 (modem 9-4 RJ-45 (network 9-4 Universal Serial Bus 9-5 10 Power cord set requirements Requirements for all countries and regions 10-1 Requirements for specific countries and regions 10-2 11 Recycling Battery 11-1 Display 11-1 Index Contents vi
... monitor 9-2 HDMI 9-3 RJ-11 (modem 9-4 RJ-45 (network 9-4 Universal Serial Bus 9-5 10 Power cord set requirements Requirements for all countries and regions 10-1 Requirements for specific countries and regions 10-2 11 Recycling Battery 11-1 Display 11-1 Index Contents vi
Service Guide
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... number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Description This is the number used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This is the product name affixed to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The...
... number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Description This is the number used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This is the product name affixed to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The...
Service Guide
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... needed . Connect AC power to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Item 1 2 3 Component Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Removal and replacement procedures Description...
... needed . Connect AC power to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Item 1 2 3 Component Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Removal and replacement procedures Description...