Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...feature). With Recovery Manager, you should continue to back up your information regularly to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. As you add new software and data files, you can recover your computer... by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to help you create. This feature helps you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is ...
...feature). With Recovery Manager, you should continue to back up your information regularly to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. As you add new software and data files, you can recover your computer... by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to help you create. This feature helps you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is ...
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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Follow the instructions on your computer. To use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on or restarting the computer. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your hard ... power, docked 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. Open the Setup Utility by unplugging the power cord from the computer by turning on the computer, you are already in the...
Follow the instructions on your computer. To use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on or restarting the computer. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your hard ... power, docked 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. Open the Setup Utility by unplugging the power cord from the computer by turning on the computer, you are already in the...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... software When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your Internet browser, go to download the driver and install it later. If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: ... downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you want ...
... software When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your Internet browser, go to download the driver and install it later. If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: ... downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you want ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...on . Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Indicates that all of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired ...network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a ...
...on . Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Indicates that all of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired ...network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... the side of possible solutions to your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want 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...
... the side of possible solutions to your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want 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...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for a WLAN device may be prompted for your...
... have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for a WLAN device may be prompted for your...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Open your country or region. 3. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for software and... driver downloads, and then type your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be...
... the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Open your country or region. 3. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for software and... driver downloads, and then type your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be...
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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... you suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. The computer does not detect the optical drive 17 Right-click the optical device ... the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs any discs...
... you suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. The computer does not detect the optical drive 17 Right-click the optical device ... the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs any discs...
Drives - Windows 7
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.... Windows scans your drive. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are prompted to update your drivers using the right kind of disc for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Remove any other programs are closed. ● Turn ...off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that the drivers are copying a disc, save all other drivers you want to delete. 5. A DVD playing in...
.... Windows scans your drive. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are prompted to update your drivers using the right kind of disc for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Remove any other programs are closed. ● Turn ...off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that the drivers are copying a disc, save all other drivers you want to delete. 5. A DVD playing in...
Drives - Windows 7
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...double-click the file to your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to step 6. 3. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to do this, click Download only to save the...the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. If you may be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device...
...double-click the file to your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to step 6. 3. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to do this, click Download only to save the...the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. If you may be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device...
Drives - Windows 7
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...with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti 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 hard 11... 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...
...with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti 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 hard 11... 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...
External Devices - Windows 7
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NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use minimal force ...
NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use minimal force ...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... regulatory information about the product's hardware components. Have this computer. An optional device may need when you may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This number provides specific information about the computer.
... regulatory information about the product's hardware components. Have this computer. An optional device may need when you may need the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This number provides specific information about the computer.
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... a hotkey command on the integrated numeric keypad) Increase system sound. In addition to providing information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the integrated numeric keypad) Decrease system sound. fn+f9 Stop an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. fn+f10 Play the...
... a hotkey command on the integrated numeric keypad) Increase system sound. In addition to providing information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the integrated numeric keypad) Decrease system sound. fn+f9 Stop an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. fn+f10 Play the...
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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... with the device. To confirm or change the audio settings on the computer.) ● Be sure that use the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. ...or through connected headphones. Open Windows Media Player or DVD Play and play back the sound. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test...
... with the device. To confirm or change the audio settings on the computer.) ● Be sure that use the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. ...or through connected headphones. Open Windows Media Player or DVD Play and play back the sound. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test...