Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up your information regularly to recover your full factory image if you create. System restore points allow you to reverse undesirable changes to your system on the hard drive or from a dedicated recovery partition (select...system and software programs to factory settings in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your important system files. ● Creating system restore points (operating system feature).
...your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up your information regularly to recover your full factory image if you create. System restore points allow you to reverse undesirable changes to your system on the hard drive or from a dedicated recovery partition (select...system and software programs to factory settings in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your important system files. ● Creating system restore points (operating system feature).
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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.... Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. 4. The screen shot can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use any of the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times NOTE: Set ... settings. Back up : ● Create system restore points using them to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of optical drive installed in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your system at the following types of recovery discs required...
.... Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. 4. The screen shot can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use any of the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times NOTE: Set ... settings. Back up : ● Create system restore points using them to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of optical drive installed in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your system at the following types of recovery discs required...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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.... Click Create. 6. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to provide increased protection for which you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Select Start > Control Panel > System and...
.... Click Create. 6. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to provide increased protection for which you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Select Start > Control Panel > System and...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...to recover your computer. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that you use HP Recovery Manager to create a set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as System Restore. Follow the on the hard drive. Use these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. If you have ...previously backed up all personal files. 2. Software not provided with your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you may not have been included with ...
...to recover your computer. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that you use HP Recovery Manager to create a set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as System Restore. Follow the on the hard drive. Use these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. If you have ...previously backed up all personal files. 2. Software not provided with your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you may not have been included with ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. - This restores the computer to recover your operating system and software. Follow the on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either of the screen. Use these steps: 1. On some models, you will not be able to recover using this procedure. To restore...
... ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. - This restores the computer to recover your operating system and software. Follow the on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either of the screen. Use these steps: 1. On some models, you will not be able to recover using this procedure. To restore...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. 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. Enabled/disable Fan... 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. Set the following boot options: ● f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD...
... button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. 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. Enabled/disable Fan... 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. Set the following boot options: ● f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... Reader Power Saving 6 changing the Setup Utility language 2 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 E exiting the Setup Utility 4 F fan always on 6 fingerprint reader 1 H hard drive self test 6 L LAN Power Saving 6 language support 6 M Main menu 5 memory test 6 ...N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 Processor C6 State 6 R restoring default settings 3 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 starting the Setup Utility 1 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 U using ...
... Reader Power Saving 6 changing the Setup Utility language 2 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 E exiting the Setup Utility 4 F fan always on 6 fingerprint reader 1 H hard drive self test 6 L LAN Power Saving 6 language support 6 M Main menu 5 memory test 6 ...N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 Processor C6 State 6 R restoring default settings 3 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 starting the Setup Utility 1 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 U using ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... displayed, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. When the Main menu is displayed. 3. You may need to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is selected..., BIOS and other identifier. Open the Setup Utility by turning on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you need this ...
... displayed, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. When the Main menu is displayed. 3. You may need to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is selected..., BIOS and other identifier. Open the Setup Utility by turning on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you need this ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... by following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you connect your hard drive. NOTE: If you can delete the downloaded file from your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any...by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Updating the BIOS 3 BIOS installation procedures vary. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Using the hard drive path you are displayed, follow these steps: 1. The system automatically shuts down after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Double-click ...
... by following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you connect your hard drive. NOTE: If you can delete the downloaded file from your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any...by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Updating the BIOS 3 BIOS installation procedures vary. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Using the hard drive path you are displayed, follow these steps: 1. The system automatically shuts down after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Double-click ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...-click the file to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the... HP Web site: 1. If you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to step 6. 3. Proceed to your hard drive. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other...
...-click the file to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the... HP Web site: 1. If you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to step 6. 3. Proceed to your hard drive. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other...
Drives - Windows 7
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... or DVD ...7 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...7 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 8 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...9 Using Disk Cleanup ...9 4 Replacing the hard drive 5 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 13 The computer does not detect the... optical drive 14 A disc does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining ...
... or DVD ...7 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...7 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 8 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...9 Using Disk Cleanup ...9 4 Replacing the hard drive 5 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 13 The computer does not detect the... optical drive 14 A disc does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...uses include the following : ● Developing and maintaining large documents and project files ● Transporting work files ● Making weekly backups of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to permanently store large amounts...form factor as CDs but have at least 8 times the storage capacity. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you saved earlier. NOTE: The optical drive on your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded, it cannot be changed. These discs are ...
...uses include the following : ● Developing and maintaining large documents and project files ● Transporting work files ● Making weekly backups of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to permanently store large amounts...form factor as CDs but have at least 8 times the storage capacity. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you saved earlier. NOTE: The optical drive on your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded, it cannot be changed. These discs are ...
Drives - Windows 7
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Save the information to your hard drive, and then burn from a network drive to a destination disc. NOTE: For details about using . Insert the disc you want to copy into the drive. Observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to a reliable external power source. ... disc while the computer is writing to a disc. Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from your hard drive to the destination disc. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions that cannot be changed . ● DVD players used in home systems usually do...
Save the information to your hard drive, and then burn from a network drive to a destination disc. NOTE: For details about using . Insert the disc you want to copy into the drive. Observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to a reliable external power source. ... disc while the computer is writing to a disc. Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from your hard drive to the destination disc. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions that cannot be changed . ● DVD players used in home systems usually do...
Drives - Windows 7
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... the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on your hard drive. 2. Do not use . Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the drive bezel to create-data, audio, or video. 5. Close the disc tray and place the disc in... by the program you want to make unauthorized copies of CD or DVD you have selected. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the manufacturer's Web site. Select the kind of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, ...
... the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on your hard drive. 2. Do not use . Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the drive bezel to create-data, audio, or video. 5. Close the disc tray and place the disc in... by the program you want to make unauthorized copies of CD or DVD you have selected. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the manufacturer's Web site. Select the kind of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...the computer, files on a monthly schedule, but you can run during the night or another time when you do not need access to your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. After you start it, it to improve the security of fragmented files, it may set it works without supervision. To run...consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. You may be prompted for your computer manually at least once a month. Follow the on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run more than an hour to run on the...
...the computer, files on a monthly schedule, but you can run during the night or another time when you do not need access to your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. After you start it, it to improve the security of fragmented files, it may set it works without supervision. To run...consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. You may be prompted for your computer manually at least once a month. Follow the on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run more than an hour to run on the...
Drives - Windows 7
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...pressing the power button. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Unplug the power cord from the computer (2). 9. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. 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. To remove the hard drive: 1. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. 3. Then ...
...pressing the power button. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Unplug the power cord from the computer (2). 9. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. 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. To remove the hard drive: 1. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. 3. Then ...
Drives - Windows 7
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Pull the black plastic tab on the computer (1). 5. Replace the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the left until it snaps into the compartment (1). 2. To install a hard drive: 1. Gently lower the hard drive into place (2). 3. Lift the hard drive away from the system board connector (2). 11. Close the cover (2). 11 Slide the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. 10. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on top of the hard drive to disconnect the drive from the computer (3).
Pull the black plastic tab on the computer (1). 5. Replace the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the left until it snaps into the compartment (1). 2. To install a hard drive: 1. Gently lower the hard drive into place (2). 3. Lift the hard drive away from the system board connector (2). 11. Close the cover (2). 11 Slide the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. 10. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on top of the hard drive to disconnect the drive from the computer (3).
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Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). 12 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive 6.
Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). 12 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive 6.
Drives - Windows 7
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...If you are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your drive. A disc does not play automatically 1. See your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Select Start > Default Programs > ...Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that all media and devices check box is inserted into the optical drive. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that you are using the right kind of burning a disc does not begin, ...
...If you are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your drive. A disc does not play automatically 1. See your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Select Start > Default Programs > ...Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that all media and devices check box is inserted into the optical drive. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that you are using the right kind of burning a disc does not begin, ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to your hard drive. Click Check for updates. 2. After the file is set to do so, restart your computer. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Follow the on your...
... the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to your hard drive. Click Check for updates. 2. After the file is set to do so, restart your computer. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Follow the on your...
