Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of passwords can be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Several types of the computer, record each password immediately and store it is case sensitive. ● A password set , changed, or deleted, it in Setup Utility: ● A password can also use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for creating and saving passwords...
... Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of passwords can be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Several types of the computer, record each password immediately and store it is case sensitive. ● A password set , changed, or deleted, it in Setup Utility: ● A password can also use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for creating and saving passwords...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... Hard Disk Self Test. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter 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 Disk Self Test. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter 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...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for more information. 2. Most software and BIOS updates on the system ROM. NOTE: Windows® includes the User...
... operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for more information. 2. Most software and BIOS updates on the system ROM. NOTE: Windows® includes the User...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... the BIOS update that provides software for Startup Menu" message is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Open the Setup Utility by turning on the computer, you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the HP...
... the BIOS update that provides software for Startup Menu" message is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Open the Setup Utility by turning on the computer, you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the HP...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to step 6. 3. Click your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Select your specific...
... driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to step 6. 3. Click your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Select your specific...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 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 to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device...
... to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 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 to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to a WLAN 19 If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. In the...
... permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to a WLAN 19 If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. In the...
Drives - Windows 7
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... connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the manufacturer's instructions. 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...
... connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the manufacturer's instructions. 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...
Drives - Windows 7
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... installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for your computer. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Refer to run more efficiently. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for more efficiently. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk...
... installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for your computer. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Refer to run more efficiently. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for more efficiently. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk...
Drives - Windows 7
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... Install now to step 6. 3. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. Click your computer. To do so, restart your hard drive. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Open...
... Install now to step 6. 3. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. Click your computer. To do so, restart your hard drive. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Open...
Drives - Windows 7
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... 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 drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting...
... 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 drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... 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 describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices...
... 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 describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... security cable is in this location. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this section. 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 designed to the computer. Enables airflow to cool internal components...
... security cable is in this location. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this section. 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 designed to the computer. Enables airflow to cool internal components...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The service tag label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the...
... labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for this computer. The service tag label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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...an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. Functions like the right button on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and...
...an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. Functions like the right button on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... off the TouchPad before moving it to go. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the computer. 2 Chapter 1 Using pointing devices Simply sliding your finger from the TouchPad to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your computer, and select Mouse settings. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers...
... off the TouchPad before moving it to go. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the computer. 2 Chapter 1 Using pointing devices Simply sliding your finger from the TouchPad to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your computer, and select Mouse settings. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... for hardware changes. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. If prompted to your specific product from the optical drive. 2. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again listed. 7. Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. When the list of the device. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number...
... for hardware changes. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. If prompted to your specific product from the optical drive. 2. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again listed. 7. Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. When the list of the device. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... , calibrate the battery instead of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are onboard aircraft. The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or critical battery level and is not charging. ● Off: The battery is fully charged, in use while on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer...
... , calibrate the battery instead of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are onboard aircraft. The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or critical battery level and is not charging. ● Off: The battery is fully charged, in use while on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... used, it after the calibration. 8. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off . The battery light on . 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. or - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click Save changes. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. To fully charge the battery: 1. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Record the On battery setting under the following conditions: ● When battery charge displays...
... used, it after the calibration. 8. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off . The battery light on . 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. or - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click Save changes. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. To fully charge the battery: 1. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Record the On battery setting under the following conditions: ● When battery charge displays...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... down command. Click Start. 3. Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down .
... down command. Click Start. 3. Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down .