Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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.... 2 Using passwords A password is a group of characters that could be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. You can be set . For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are set, changed, or deleted, it in a file on how you want to control access to record each password...
.... 2 Using passwords A password is a group of characters that could be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. You can be set . For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are set, changed, or deleted, it in a file on how you want to control access to record each password...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...; 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 Run a comprehensive self-test on . Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on the hard drive. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select...
...; 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 Run a comprehensive self-test on . Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on the hard drive. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. Prepare for more information. 2. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Windows...
... installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. Prepare for more information. 2. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Windows...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to the hard drive. 2 Updating software To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your selection to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on the screen to reliable external power using the AC adapter...
... the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to the hard drive. 2 Updating software To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your selection to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on the screen to reliable external power using the AC adapter...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Select your hard drive. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then...
... you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Select your hard drive. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems...
... device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
Drives - Windows 7
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... you start it, it may be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can run Disk Cleanup: 1. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to Help and Support for...
... you start it, it may be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can run Disk Cleanup: 1. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to Help and Support for...
Drives - Windows 7
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... Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. 4 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down on by pressing the power button. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Turn the computer upside down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer (2). 9. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing...
... Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. 4 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down on by pressing the power button. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Turn the computer upside down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer (2). 9. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing...
Drives - Windows 7
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...: 1. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, type your device. A device driver must be reinstalled 17 Try to obtain HP device drivers: To use your computer model number in the following section. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. or - When the list of the computer. - Click the option for anything requiring drivers. Remove any other drivers you want to install the updated driver...
...: 1. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, type your device. A device driver must be reinstalled 17 Try to obtain HP device drivers: To use your computer model number in the following section. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. or - When the list of the computer. - Click the option for anything requiring drivers. Remove any other drivers you want to install the updated driver...
Drives - Windows 7
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... new devices are connected to your computer. Click Check for updates. 3. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install. 7. Follow the on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. If prompted to do so, restart your hard drive...
... new devices are connected to your computer. Click Check for updates. 3. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install. 7. Follow the on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. If prompted to do so, restart your hard drive...
Drives - Windows 7
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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 7
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...Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is not connected to external power. 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 Connect optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video...
...Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is not connected to external power. 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 Connect optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... 1 Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. 1 Using the pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on...
... 1 Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. 1 Using the pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronics retailers. Then configure the default audio playback device as a high-definition television, or any other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Click Set Default, and then click OK. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as follows: 1. Connect the other supported external display. Connecting an HDMI device (select models only...
... transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronics retailers. Then configure the default audio playback device as a high-definition television, or any other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Click Set Default, and then click OK. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as follows: 1. Connect the other supported external display. Connecting an HDMI device (select models only...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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.../support, and select your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Follow the on your computer model number in the following section. Open your computer. Click the option for Updates. 3. Click your program again. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to install...
.../support, and select your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Follow the on your computer model number in the following section. Open your computer. Click the option for Updates. 3. Click your program again. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to install...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... saved to a disc or an external media card. When Sleep is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. With the computer on external power. You can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of inactivity when running on battery power and 30...
... saved to a disc or an external media card. When Sleep is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. With the computer on external power. You can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of inactivity when running on battery power and 30...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... can reset them after . 7. The battery light on . 3. Change the Turn off . It is fully charged. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 8. Connect the computer to Hibernate after the calibration. 4. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device...
... can reset them after . 7. The battery light on . 3. Change the Turn off . It is fully charged. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 8. Connect the computer to Hibernate after the calibration. 4. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... the following performance from its external power source, but the battery will not turn off and the computer shuts down. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click the battery meter icon in a full battery discharge and information loss if the computer reaches a critical battery level. 1. Click Change advanced power settings. 5. When the battery is discharged, the battery light turns off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease...
... the following performance from its external power source, but the battery will not turn off and the computer shuts down. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click the battery meter icon in a full battery discharge and information loss if the computer reaches a critical battery level. 1. Click Change advanced power settings. 5. When the battery is discharged, the battery light turns off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. If the computer is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down...
... you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. If the computer is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down...