Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...1 Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to help you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to maintain... a reasonably current backup. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your most current backup. 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. Tools provided by restoring the ...
...1 Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to help you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to maintain... a reasonably current backup. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your most current backup. 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. Tools provided by restoring the ...
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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... a note of the screen, press f10. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to the computer...those currently installed on or restarting the computer. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on your computer. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the ...
... a note of the screen, press f10. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to the computer...those currently installed on or restarting the computer. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on your computer. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...file was stored, and double-click the file to download the driver and install it later. If you may be able to install. 7. Proceed to your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Open your specific product ...from the models listed. 4. Click your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq...
...file was stored, and double-click the file to download the driver and install it later. If you may be able to install. 7. Proceed to your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Open your specific product ...from the models listed. 4. Click your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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.... Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to the network. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wireless ...the wireless buttons on the computer. Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that all of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or Wireless Assistant, and no ...
.... Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to the network. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wireless ...the wireless buttons on the computer. Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that all of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or Wireless Assistant, and no ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...: ● 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 devices.
...: ● 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 devices.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... the User Account Control feature to improve the security of 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. Click the arrow next...
... the User Account Control feature to improve the security of 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. Click the arrow next...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. Select your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest... software. Click the option for your country or region. 3. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the search box. 4. The driver...
...consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. Select your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest... software. Click the option for your country or region. 3. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the search box. 4. The driver...
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 computer. 2. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk...
...-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. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk...
Drives - Windows 7
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... utility. 1. The computer does not detect the optical drive 17 If you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Look for hardware changes. ...Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for this device. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. If the drive is ...
... utility. 1. The computer does not detect the optical drive 17 If you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Look for hardware changes. ...Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for this device. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. If the drive is ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... be reinstalled 1. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. When prompted, confirm that you want to a new disc, and then burn from your drivers using the right kind of disc for your user guides for more information...and then Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). 4. Try running your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any devices requiring drivers. The process of burning a disc does not begin , or it stops before completion 19 Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall...
... be reinstalled 1. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. When prompted, confirm that you want to a new disc, and then burn from your drivers using the right kind of disc for your user guides for more information...and then Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). 4. Try running your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any devices requiring drivers. The process of burning a disc does not begin , or it stops before completion 19 Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall...
Drives - Windows 7
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...set to install. 7. Follow the on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click your computer. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Click Install now to step 6. 3.... on -screen instructions. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is complete, and...
...set to install. 7. Follow the on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click your computer. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Click Install now to step 6. 3.... on -screen instructions. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is complete, and...
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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... device. 2 Using a USB device You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. To remove a USB device: 1. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click...
... device. 2 Using a USB device You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. To remove a USB device: 1. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . You may need the Product Key to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). The modem approval label is the product ...
This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . You may need the Product Key to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). The modem approval label is the product ...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... in decimal format. fn+plus key (on the integrated numeric keypad) To use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
... in decimal format. fn+plus key (on the integrated numeric keypad) To use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
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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NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the information provided with the device. For best ... external audio devices WARNING! To reduce the risk of background noise. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices 7 To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. Select Start...
NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the information provided with the device. For best ... external audio devices WARNING! To reduce the risk of background noise. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices 7 To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. Select Start...