Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... a group of characters that could be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Several types of passwords can be any combination of the computer, record each password immediately and store it in a file on the computer. 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
... a group of characters that could be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Several types of passwords can be any combination of the computer, record each password immediately and store it in a file on the computer. 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
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... press enter. If the Setup Utility is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. Open the Setup Utility by turning on...
... press enter. If the Setup Utility is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. Open the Setup Utility by turning on...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... 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 the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options...
... 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 the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the computer. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. Refer to Windows Help for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to improve the security of this guide: 1. Install the updates. 1 Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are explained in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Identify...
... the computer. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. Refer to Windows Help for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to improve the security of this guide: 1. Install the updates. 1 Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are explained in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Identify...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed. 3. Access the page on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is displayed in Windows) or by turning on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for displaying BIOS information: 1. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed...
... Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed. 3. Access the page on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is displayed in Windows) or by turning on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for displaying BIOS information: 1. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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..., restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. 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 operating system. 5. Proceed to install the updated driver. NOTE: In some 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...
..., restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. 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 operating system. 5. Proceed to install the updated driver. NOTE: In some 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...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... of possible solutions to use. 17 NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from...
... of possible solutions to use. 17 NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer...
... WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... set Disk Defragmenter to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to run more information. Using Disk Defragmenter 9 Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on a monthly schedule, but you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to complete. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive...
... set Disk Defragmenter to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to run more information. Using Disk Defragmenter 9 Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on a monthly schedule, but you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to complete. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive...
Drives - Windows Vista
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.... 4. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive Unplug the power cord from the computer (2). 9. Lift the hard drive cover away from...
.... 4. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive Unplug the power cord from the computer (2). 9. Lift the hard drive cover away from...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select how often the utility should check for hardware changes icon in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Remove any other drivers you type, search results are once again listed. 8. As you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the toolbar. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to update your computer model number...
... the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select how often the utility should check for hardware changes icon in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Remove any other drivers you type, search results are once again listed. 8. As you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the toolbar. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to update your computer model number...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. Open your computer. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If prompted to install. 7. When the list of the device. Click your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. Click Security & Updates. 3. 3. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to install the updated driver without downloading...
... Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. Open your computer. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If prompted to install. 7. When the list of the device. Click your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. Click Security & Updates. 3. 3. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions 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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...an external VGA monitor or projector. 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. ● Off: The computer is in use. 8 Chapter 2 Components Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP...
...an external VGA monitor or projector. 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. ● Off: The computer is in use. 8 Chapter 2 Components Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... determine what type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port: 1. In the left pane, click Device Manager, and then click Display adapters. Connecting an HDMI device 9 NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronics retailers. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to that graphics card. The computer...
... determine what type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port: 1. In the left pane, click Device Manager, and then click Display adapters. Connecting an HDMI device 9 NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronics retailers. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to that graphics card. The computer...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... specific product from the models listed. 4. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Click Install now to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Open your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Follow the on the Web. 3. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Click your hard drive. or - To use the HP Update Utility: 1. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings...
... specific product from the models listed. 4. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Click Install now to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Open your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Follow the on the Web. 3. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Click your hard drive. or - To use the HP Update Utility: 1. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... external power. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is saved to the Lock button, and then click Sleep. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on , you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video...
... external power. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is saved to the Lock button, and then click Sleep. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on , you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Do not charge the computer battery while you can reset them after . 7. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off . Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. It is fully charged. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! To fully charge the battery: 1. Change the Turn off the display and Put the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional...
... Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Do not charge the computer battery while you can reset them after . 7. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off . Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. It is fully charged. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! To fully charge the battery: 1. Change the Turn off the display and Put the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... when the battery is recharged, the battery light on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is off . You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully recharged. Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep CAUTION...
... when the battery is recharged, the battery light on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is off . You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully recharged. Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep CAUTION...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... Lock button. 3. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Click Start, and then click the arrow next to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port...
... Lock button. 3. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Click Start, and then click the arrow next to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port...