Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... when setting a password in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. 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 password set in Setup Utility: ● A password can be any combination of up to secure your information. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Passwords can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for more than one Setup Utility...
... when setting a password in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. 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 password set in Setup Utility: ● A password can be any combination of up to secure your information. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Passwords can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for more than one Setup Utility...
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 menu option is in DC mode. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. System Configuration menu...
...; 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 comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. System Configuration menu...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If your computer. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for more information. 2. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. Refer to improve the security of this guide: 1. Install the updates. 1 Some download packages contain a file...
...: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If your computer. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for more information. 2. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. Refer to improve the security of this guide: 1. Install the updates. 1 Some download packages contain a file...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... install the new BIOS. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed. You may need to identify your hard drive. Follow the instructions on or restarting the computer. Open the Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To use the arrow keys to download. 3. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. To download a BIOS update: 1. b. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power...
... install the new BIOS. Make a note of the system BIOS currently installed. You may need to identify your hard drive. Follow the instructions on or restarting the computer. Open the Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To use the arrow keys to download. 3. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. To download a BIOS update: 1. b. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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....hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. To do so, restart your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Proceed to install. 7. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. or - Select your hard drive. Open...
....hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. To do so, restart your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Proceed to install. 7. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. or - Select your hard drive. Open...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... a wireless networking device. Use the procedures in the feature list on the side of possible solutions to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Before working your network connection problem, be sure 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. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices.
... a wireless networking device. Use the procedures in the feature list on the side of possible solutions to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Before working your network connection problem, be sure 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. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... to Network adapters to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. You may be prompted for your computer. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect...
... to Network adapters to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. You may be prompted for your computer. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect...
Drives - Windows 7
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... when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Connect the drive...
... when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Connect the drive...
Drives - Windows 7
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.... For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the hard drive so that you can run more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Follow the on-screen instructions. 12 Chapter 4 Improving hard drive performance You may be...
.... For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the hard drive so that you can run more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Follow the on-screen instructions. 12 Chapter 4 Improving hard drive performance You may be...
Drives - Windows 7
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... -screen instructions. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click the option for updates. 3. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Follow the on your country or region. 2. Open your Internet browser, go to your computer model number...
... -screen instructions. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click the option for updates. 3. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Follow the on your country or region. 2. Open your Internet browser, go to your computer model number...
Drives - Windows 7
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... hard drive; Index A airport security devices 1 AutoPlay 7 B BD copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe 3 E external drive 11 H hard disk drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 hard drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 O optical disc playing 6 removing 10 optical drive 2, 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows...
... hard drive; Index A airport security devices 1 AutoPlay 7 B BD copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe 3 E external drive 11 H hard disk drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 hard drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 O optical disc playing 6 removing 10 optical drive 2, 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
... Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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.... Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from the illustration in use. Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vent (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 Attaches an optional security cable to cycle on your computer model, the computer may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this section. Supports the following digital card formats...
.... Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from the illustration in use. Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vent (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 Attaches an optional security cable to cycle on your computer model, the computer may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this section. Supports the following digital card formats...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... one or more wireless devices, one or more 14 Chapter 3 Labels An optional device may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag-Provides important information, including the following: ◦ Product name (1). The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. This is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information...
... one or more wireless devices, one or more 14 Chapter 3 Labels An optional device may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag-Provides important information, including the following: ◦ Product name (1). The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. This is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices...
... Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... not activate the scrolling function. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your finger from the TouchPad to go. Simply sliding your finger up or down over the white line. To scroll up and down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
... not activate the scrolling function. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your finger from the TouchPad to go. Simply sliding your finger up or down over the white line. To scroll up and down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... the device listing and click Uninstall. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the option for any discs from the models listed. 4. Remove any other drivers you are once again listed. 7. When the list of driver you want to install the updated driver. Click Install now to delete. 5. Repeat for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the optical drive. 2. A device driver...
... the device listing and click Uninstall. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the option for any discs from the models listed. 4. Remove any other drivers you are once again listed. 7. When the list of driver you want to install the updated driver. Click Install now to delete. 5. Repeat for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the optical drive. 2. A device driver...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in a cool, dry location. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery power The battery charges whenever the computer is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it . ● If the battery has been unused for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the features you are charging a new battery, charge it charges faster...
... on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in a cool, dry location. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery power The battery charges whenever the computer is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it . ● If the battery has been unused for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the features you are charging a new battery, charge it charges faster...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... charge the battery: 1. Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is heavily used, it should not need to calibrate a new battery. or - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Change the On battery setting to Never. 5. Calibrating a battery 15 Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Save changes. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Record the Turn off . The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings listed...
... charge the battery: 1. Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is heavily used, it should not need to calibrate a new battery. or - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Change the On battery setting to Never. 5. Calibrating a battery 15 Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Save changes. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Record the Turn off . The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings listed...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When 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. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. If the computer is to use the Windows Shut...
... are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When 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. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. If the computer is to use the Windows Shut...