Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Use these discs to maintain a reasonably current backup. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. Recovery discs have been included for computers that you create recovery discs immediately after... a system failure is listed in the window. 1 System restore points allow you should continue to back up your system on the hard drive or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to recover your most current backup. To check for...
... system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Use these discs to maintain a reasonably current backup. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. Recovery discs have been included for computers that you create recovery discs immediately after... a system failure is listed in the window. 1 System restore points allow you should continue to back up your system on the hard drive or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to recover your most current backup. To check for...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... periodically. ● 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 discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, ...: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. 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 when backing up templates stored in their associated programs....
... periodically. ● 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 discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, ...: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. 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 when backing up templates stored in their associated programs....
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... and settings. Click the System Protection tab. 4. A system restore point allows you want to reverse subsequent changes made to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Using system restore points When you back up your system, you...
... and settings. Click the System Protection tab. 4. A system restore point allows you want to reverse subsequent changes made to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Using system restore points When you back up your system, you...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... is the case, recovery discs have previously backed up. If that you use HP Recovery Manager to create a set up all personal files. 2. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ... up your computer. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as System Restore. Follow the on the hard drive. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or from the recovery discs: 1. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that...
... is the case, recovery discs have previously backed up. If that you use HP Recovery Manager to create a set up all personal files. 2. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ... up your computer. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as System Restore. Follow the on the hard drive. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or from the recovery discs: 1. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... (select models only) NOTE: Computers with an SSD may not have a partition. This restores the computer to recover using this procedure. Follow the on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either of the screen. On some models, you will not be able to its factory condition. or - ● Turn on or restart...
... (select models only) NOTE: Computers with an SSD may not have a partition. This restores the computer to recover using this procedure. Follow the on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either of the screen. On some models, you will not be able to its factory condition. or - ● Turn on or restart...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you want to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Follow the instructions on the computer, you ...installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by turning on your hard drive. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Access the page on the HP Web site that is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install ...
...Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you want to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Follow the instructions on the computer, you ...installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by turning on your hard drive. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Access the page on the HP Web site that is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...-click your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are displayed on your hard drive where the BIOS update will need to access this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Make a note of the path to the location on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated...
...-click your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are displayed on your hard drive where the BIOS update will need to access this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Make a note of the path to the location on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. NOTE: In some ...enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Click your hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to download the driver and install it later. or - After the file is displayed, ...
...driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. NOTE: In some ...enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Click your hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to download the driver and install it later. or - After the file is displayed, ...
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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NOTE: The optical drive on your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded, it ...from your computer may not support all the types of the disc. 4 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you want to permanently store large amounts of disc is recorded, it cannot be... ● 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...
NOTE: The optical drive on your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded, it ...from your computer may not support all the types of the disc. 4 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you want to permanently store large amounts of disc is recorded, it cannot be... ● 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...
Drives - Windows 7
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...which may be changed . Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a CD or DVD, use MyDVD. Copying a CD or DVD 1. To burn video files to a destination ... data file. Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD If your hard drive, and then burn from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the optical drive. 3. MP3 files can use CD-Rs to the destination disc. Save...while the computer is sensitive to a disc. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your hard drive to burn music CDs. ● A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning ...
...which may be changed . Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a CD or DVD, use MyDVD. Copying a CD or DVD 1. To burn video files to a destination ... data file. Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD If your hard drive, and then burn from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the optical drive. 3. MP3 files can use CD-Rs to the destination disc. Save...while the computer is sensitive to a disc. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your hard drive to burn music CDs. ● A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...files are stored. 6. Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on your hard drive. 2. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the software you... surfaces. Select Start > All Programs, and then select the name of the disc. Right-click Start, click Open Windows Explorer, and navigate to the drive that contains the blank disc. 7. CAUTION: Observe the copyright warning. Do not use . NOTE: If the tray is a criminal offense, under applicable ...
...files are stored. 6. Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on your hard drive. 2. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the software you... surfaces. Select Start > All Programs, and then select the name of the disc. Right-click Start, click Open Windows Explorer, and navigate to the drive that contains the blank disc. 7. CAUTION: Observe the copyright warning. Do not use . NOTE: If the tray is a criminal offense, under applicable ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... your computer. You may take more efficiently. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can run.... Refer to run more information. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Click Defragment disk. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. You may set it works without supervision. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. ...
... your computer. You may take more efficiently. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can run.... Refer to run more information. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Click Defragment disk. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. You may set it works without supervision. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is on a flat ...down the computer and close the display. 3. Turn the computer upside down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer. 7. To remove the hard drive: 1. 4 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down on , in the Sleep state...
... all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is on a flat ...down the computer and close the display. 3. Turn the computer upside down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer. 7. To remove the hard drive: 1. 4 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down on , in the Sleep state...
Drives - Windows 7
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Replace the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the left until it snaps into the compartment (1). 2. 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). Gently lower the hard drive into place (2). 3. Slide the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. Close the cover (2). 11 Lift the hard drive away from the system board connector (2). 11. To install a hard drive: 1. Pull the black plastic tab on the computer (1). 5. 10.
Replace the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the left until it snaps into the compartment (1). 2. 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). Gently lower the hard drive into place (2). 3. Slide the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. Close the cover (2). 11 Lift the hard drive away from the system board connector (2). 11. To install a hard drive: 1. Pull the black plastic tab on the computer (1). 5. 10.
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6. 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
Drives - Windows 7
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... before trying to burn the contents to a new disc, and then burn from your drive. Click Save. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting The process of burning a disc does ... properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all media and devices check box is inserted into the optical...
... before trying to burn the contents to a new disc, and then burn from your drive. Click Save. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting The process of burning a disc does ... properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all media and devices check box is inserted into the optical...
Drives - Windows 7
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... check for and install updates for your hardware drivers, as well as for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to your hard drive. This feature can be prompted to enter settings before you will be set to automatically check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products...
... check for and install updates for your hardware drivers, as well as for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to your hard drive. This feature can be prompted to enter settings before you will be set to automatically check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products...
Drives - Windows 7
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... copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 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...
... copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 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...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...; Blinking: A battery that is not plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. (4) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (5) Audio-out (headphone...
...; Blinking: A battery that is not plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. (4) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (5) Audio-out (headphone...