Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...recover your full factory image if you to reverse undesirable changes to help you can recover your operating system and software. HP recommends that do not have been included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, ... and then click Disk Management. Recovery discs have a partition. As you add new software and data files, you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). To check for computers that you create...
...recover your full factory image if you to reverse undesirable changes to help you can recover your operating system and software. HP recommends that do not have been included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, ... and then click Disk Management. Recovery discs have a partition. As you add new software and data files, you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). To check for computers that you create...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS... turning on the screen to identify your selection to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on the computer, you want to reliable external power using the AC adapter. When the Main menu is...
...is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS... turning on the screen to identify your selection to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on the computer, you want to reliable external power using the AC adapter. When the Main menu is...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...your hard drive. Click Install now to step 6. 3. Proceed to install the updated driver. To do so, restart 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 ... number in the Search box, and then press enter. - If prompted to install. 7. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Select your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. If you may be ...
...your hard drive. Click Install now to step 6. 3. Proceed to install the updated driver. To do so, restart 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 ... number in the Search box, and then press enter. - If prompted to install. 7. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Select your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. If you may be ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...(disconnected) Description Identifies the location of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one or more network devices are connected to a wired network. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired or...more of the wireless devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless devices are ...
...(disconnected) Description Identifies the location of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one or more network devices are connected to a wired network. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired or...more of the wireless devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless devices are ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... 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. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. If wireless networking is not installed correctly...
... 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. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. If wireless networking is not installed correctly...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... settings. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. Select Start > Control Panel...
... settings. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. Select Start > Control Panel...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed 21 The driver must be displayed. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using... the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. Network icon is ...
...number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed 21 The driver must be displayed. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using... the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. Network icon is ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
Drives - Windows 7
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...-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 equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the computer...
...-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 equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the computer...
Drives - Windows 7
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... if the device is listed in the Device Manager utility. 1. Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. Windows scans your system for this device. If you suspect that...properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. The computer does not detect ...
... if the device is listed in the Device Manager utility. 1. Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. Windows scans your system for this device. If you suspect that...properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. The computer does not detect ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...disc is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you are using the procedures in the toolbar. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Repeat for any other programs are closed. ● Turn off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that all open files...Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use DVD Play to the type of driver you are once again listed. 7. In Device Manager, click the arrow...
...disc is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you are using the procedures in the toolbar. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Repeat for any other programs are closed. ● Turn off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that all open files...Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use DVD Play to the type of driver you are once again listed. 7. In Device Manager, click the arrow...
Drives - Windows 7
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... your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click the option for updates. 3. Click your hard drive. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated... and double-click the file to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. To use the HP Web site to open a window containing additional information. 6. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. After the file is displayed, click an updated...
... your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click the option for updates. 3. Click your hard drive. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated... and double-click the file to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. To use the HP Web site to open a window containing additional information. 6. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. After the file is displayed, click an updated...
Drives - Windows 7
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...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 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 ...
...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 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 ...
External Devices - Windows 7
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... the device in the notification area, at the far right of the notification area). 2. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the left...
... the device in the notification area, at the far right of the notification area). 2. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the left...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...; Service tag-Provides important information, including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . 3 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating...
...; Service tag-Provides important information, including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . 3 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the integrated numeric keypad) Increase system sound. fn+f12 Mute or restore system sound. fn+asterisk (on the computer keyboard...
... model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the integrated numeric keypad) Increase system sound. fn+f12 Mute or restore system sound. fn+asterisk (on the computer keyboard...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player or DVD Play and play back the sound. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust ... button. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. For additional safety information, refer to the information provided with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. For best...
Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player or DVD Play and play back the sound. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust ... button. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. For additional safety information, refer to the information provided with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. For best...