Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... also use the same password for a Windows security feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are set , depending on the computer. ● Do not use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for more than one Setup Utility feature. You can use your information. 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...
... also use the same password for a Windows security feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are set , depending on the computer. ● Do not use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for more than one Setup Utility feature. You can use your information. 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...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... 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 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 a secondary hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep...
... 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 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 a secondary hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...://www.hp.com. 3. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. 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 tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web...
...://www.hp.com. 3. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. 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 tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... the hard drive. 2 Updating software Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. b. Open the Setup Utility by turning on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. When the Main menu is displayed. 3. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on or restarting the computer. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update...
... the hard drive. 2 Updating software Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. b. Open the Setup Utility by turning on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. When the Main menu is displayed. 3. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on or restarting the computer. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... region. 2. Click Install now to install. 7. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your operating system. 5. To...
... region. 2. Click Install now to install. 7. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your operating system. 5. To...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 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 include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter...
Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 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 include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer 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 tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In the System area, click Device Manager...
... listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer 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 tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In the System area, click Device Manager...
Drives - Windows 7
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... 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. 3 Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options...
... 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. 3 Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options...
Drives - Windows 7
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... User Account Control feature to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for your computer. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. 12 Chapter 4 Improving hard drive...
... User Account Control feature to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for your computer. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. 12 Chapter 4 Improving hard drive...
Drives - Windows 7
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... the models listed. 4. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use the HP Web site to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Proceed to install the updated driver. Click Install...
... the models listed. 4. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use the HP Web site to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Proceed to install the updated driver. Click Install...
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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... view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. 2 Components Top components TouchPad 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...
... view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. 2 Components Top components TouchPad 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...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. NOTE: Depending on and off during routine operation. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The Digital Media Slot is in this location. Enables airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects a network cable...
... fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. NOTE: Depending on and off during routine operation. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The Digital Media Slot is in this location. Enables airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects a network cable...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... traveling internationally. The part number helps a service technician to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. The service tag label is the alphanumeric identifier used to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. This...
... traveling internationally. The part number helps a service technician to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. The service tag label is the alphanumeric identifier used to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. This...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... or activates items on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Setting pointing device preferences...
... or activates items on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Setting pointing device preferences...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... want the pointer to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the scroll zone. NOTE: If you must lift your computer, and select Mouse settings. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your finger off the TouchPad before moving it to the computer using one of the USB ports on an external mouse.
... want the pointer to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the scroll zone. NOTE: If you must lift your computer, and select Mouse settings. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your finger off the TouchPad before moving it to the computer using one of the USB ports on an external mouse.
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... then press enter. - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your device. Proceed to install the updated driver. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on your computer. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you may need to install. 7. NOTE: In some locations you want to download the driver and install it later. If prompted to use your computer model number in...
... then press enter. - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your device. Proceed to install the updated driver. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on your computer. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you may need to install. 7. NOTE: In some locations you want to download the driver and install it later. If prompted to use your computer model number in...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... battery is plugged into external power through normal use , or not installed. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before charging it. ● If the battery has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is fully charged, in use while on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery...
... battery is plugged into external power through normal use , or not installed. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before charging it. ● If the battery has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is fully charged, in use while on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... can reset them after the calibration. 8. Record the Turn off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 4. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Change the Turn...
... can reset them after the calibration. 8. Record the Turn off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 4. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Change the Turn...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 19 Shut down the computer under any of the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. Click Start. 3. To shut down the...
... unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 19 Shut down the computer under any of the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. Click Start. 3. To shut down the...