Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette 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. Run a diagnostic test on the hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan...
... boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette 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. Run a diagnostic test on the hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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.... You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. If your computer. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the computer. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Install the updates. 1
.... You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. If your computer. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the computer. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Install the updates. 1
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed. Follow the instructions on your computer. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for Startup Menu" message is connected...
... external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed. Follow the instructions on your computer. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for Startup Menu" message is connected...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Click Install now to install. 7. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions...
... locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Click Install now to install. 7. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2.
... your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2.
Drives - Windows Vista
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... password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment now. After you can defragment your hard drive at any time. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to complete. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Disk Defragmenter is easy to run more information. You may want to set Disk Defragmenter to use the computer, files on -screen instructions...
... password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment now. After you can defragment your hard drive at any time. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to complete. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Disk Defragmenter is easy to run more information. You may want to set Disk Defragmenter to use the computer, files on -screen instructions...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... installed hardware and installs default drivers for software updates on ) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for HP software updates. To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Next to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Start Search box. Open your Internet browser, go to immediately check for hardware changes icon in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions...
... installed hardware and installs default drivers for software updates on ) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for HP software updates. To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Next to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Start Search box. Open your Internet browser, go to immediately check for hardware changes icon in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... the file to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Click Security & Updates. 3. Follow the on your computer. 3. Click your computer. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Click Download only to save the file to your specific product from the models listed. 4.
... the file to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Click Security & Updates. 3. Follow the on your computer. 3. Click your computer. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Click Download only to save the file to your specific product from the models listed. 4.
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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...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. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital 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...
...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. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital 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...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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..., click Device Manager, and then click Display adapters. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronics retailers. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Connect the other supported external display. Determining the type of graphics card is installed on the computer keyboard. - To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer. 2. The HDMI port connects the computer to the device manufacturer's instructions...
..., click Device Manager, and then click Display adapters. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronics retailers. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Connect the other supported external display. Determining the type of graphics card is installed on the computer keyboard. - To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer. 2. The HDMI port connects the computer to the device manufacturer's instructions...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... HP Update Utility: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your hard drive. Click your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. Open your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to get the latest updates for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Open your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. Click Security & Updates...
... HP Update Utility: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your hard drive. Click your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. Open your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to get the latest updates for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Open your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. Click Security & Updates...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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..., open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on external power. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. You can initiate Sleep in Hibernation. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink...
..., open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on external power. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. You can initiate Sleep in Hibernation. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully charged and the battery light has turned off , turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep CAUTION: Failure to reenable Hibernation after calibration may result in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Step 4: Fully...
... recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully charged and the battery light has turned off , turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep CAUTION: Failure to reenable Hibernation after calibration may result in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Step 4: Fully...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you are unable to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Shutting down the computer Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Click Shut Down. Click Start, and...
... are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you are unable to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Shutting down the computer Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Click Shut Down. Click Start, and...
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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... 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 in use. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. Right-side components Item Component 1 Optical drive 2 Optical drive light 3 USB ports (2) 4 RJ-11 (modem) jack...
... 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 in use. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. Right-side components Item Component 1 Optical drive 2 Optical drive light 3 USB ports (2) 4 RJ-11 (modem) jack...
Service Guide
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... name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Description This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location The service tag, affixed to the bottom of the computer, provides information that is the product name affixed to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or...
... name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Model description 5 Warranty period Description This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location The service tag, affixed to the bottom of the computer, provides information that is the product name affixed to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or...
Service Guide
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... number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. 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 number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to the bottom of the computer. All passwords and all CMOS settings...
... number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. 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 number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to the bottom of the computer. All passwords and all CMOS settings...
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...