Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... for more than one Setup Utility feature. 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 describe their functions. Several types of passwords can use the same password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set , changed, or deleted, it in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. You can be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. A password set , depending on the...
... for more than one Setup Utility feature. 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 describe their functions. Several types of passwords can use the same password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set , changed, or deleted, it in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. You can be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. A password set , depending on the...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... 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 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. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. When enabled, saves power...
... 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 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. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. When enabled, saves power...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... utilities, or changing Windows settings. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Access the updates on the computer. Install the updates. 1 Identify your permission or password for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected...
... utilities, or changing Windows settings. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Access the updates on the computer. Install the updates. 1 Identify your permission or password for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... by opening the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for Startup Menu" message is connected to your hard drive. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to download. 3. To download a BIOS update: 1. At the download area, follow these steps: a. You may need to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Determining the BIOS...
... by opening the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for Startup Menu" message is connected to your hard drive. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to download. 3. To download a BIOS update: 1. At the download area, follow these steps: a. You may need to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Determining the BIOS...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... updated driver. Click Install now to step 6. 3. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open...
... updated driver. Click Install now to step 6. 3. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... to your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 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 diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all...
... to your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 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 diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. 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. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. For more information. 1. You may be prompted for your computer. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect...
... as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. 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. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. For more information. 1. You may be prompted for your computer. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect...
Drives - Windows 7
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... AC power cord. 11 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 for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can...
... AC power cord. 11 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 for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can...
Drives - Windows 7
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... Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. You may be prompted for your computer. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. 12 Chapter 4 Improving hard drive performance For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. 4 Improving hard drive...
... Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. You may be prompted for your computer. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. 12 Chapter 4 Improving hard drive performance For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. 4 Improving hard drive...
Drives - Windows 7
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... external devices connected to the computer. 4. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. To remove the hard drive: 1. Shut down the computer through the operating system. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is on, in the Sleep...
... external devices connected to the computer. 4. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. To remove the hard drive: 1. Shut down the computer through the operating system. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is on, in the Sleep...
Drives - Windows 7
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... open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your hard drive. Follow the on your computer. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded...
... open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your hard drive. Follow the on your computer. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded...
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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... and prevent overheating. Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components 9 Connects a network cable. 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. NOTE: Depending on and off during routine operation. It is in this location. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ●...
... and prevent overheating. Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components 9 Connects a network cable. 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. NOTE: Depending on and off during routine operation. It is in this location. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ●...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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This number provides specific information about the computer. This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . The service tag label is unique to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. The modem approval label is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the modem...
This number provides specific information about the computer. This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . The service tag label is unique to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. The modem approval label is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the modem...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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...an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. 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. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences 1 Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration...
...an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. 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. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences 1 Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... your finger up or down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. 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 Then, right-click the device representing your finger from the TouchPad to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your finger off...
... your finger up or down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. 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 Then, right-click the device representing your finger from the TouchPad to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your finger off...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... model number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Windows scans your hard drive. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Then in the search box, and then press enter. - In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you may need to update your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation...
... model number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Windows scans your hard drive. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Then in the search box, and then press enter. - In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you may need to update your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... charge the computer battery while you use while on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use , but it charges faster when the computer is plugged into external power through normal use before turning on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it . Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you are charging a new battery, charge...
... charge the computer battery while you use while on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use , but it charges faster when the computer is plugged into external power through normal use before turning on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it . Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you are charging a new battery, charge...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to Never. 5. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Insert the battery into external power until the battery is fully charged. Change the Turn off . Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you can reset it after the calibration. 4. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings to...
... if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to Never. 5. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Insert the battery into external power until the battery is fully charged. Change the Turn off . Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you can reset it after the calibration. 4. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings to...