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An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting ...
An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting ...
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... during removal and replacement. Item Component 1 Product name 2 Serial number (s/n) 3 Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Warranty period 5 Model description Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of the warranty...
... during removal and replacement. Item Component 1 Product name 2 Serial number (s/n) 3 Part number/Product number (p/n) 4 Warranty period 5 Model description Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of the warranty...
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... "Battery" on page 4-7). 5. If you . 2. Remove the battery (see "Hard drive" on , and then shut it down the computer. Innsert a thin tool, such as a screw driver 1, into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 4-8.) Remove the optical drive: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by first disconnecting...
... "Battery" on page 4-7). 5. If you . 2. Remove the battery (see "Hard drive" on , and then shut it down the computer. Innsert a thin tool, such as a screw driver 1, into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 4-8.) Remove the optical drive: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by first disconnecting...
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... Backing up the computer for the presence of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer. To check for the first time. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after software setup. Tools provided by restoring the computer to protect your information regularly to an earlier ...state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1 7 Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is listed in the...
... Backing up the computer for the presence of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer. To check for the first time. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after software setup. Tools provided by restoring the computer to protect your information regularly to an earlier ...state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1 7 Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is listed in the...
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...Recovery Manager opens. 2. Try these features before using Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. On some models, you set ...1. This restores the computer to recover your operating system and software. Recovery discs have a partition. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have previously backed up all personal files. 2. If that you experience system failure or instability. ...
...Recovery Manager opens. 2. Try these features before using Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. On some models, you set ...1. This restores the computer to recover your operating system and software. Recovery discs have a partition. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have previously backed up all personal files. 2. If that you experience system failure or instability. ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... a CD, DVD, or BD 71 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 72 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 73 A disc does not play automatically 74 A DVD ... before completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...
... a CD, DVD, or BD 71 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 72 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 73 A disc does not play automatically 74 A DVD ... before completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
... Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
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... white, at least one wireless device is on or turn off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected (or all of the wireless...
... white, at least one wireless device is on or turn off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected (or all of the wireless...
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...problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for more information on troubleshooting ... your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all adapters. 4. Use the procedures in the feature list on your computer. Cannot connect to improve the security of the original...
...problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for more information on troubleshooting ... your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all adapters. 4. Use the procedures in the feature list on your computer. Cannot connect to improve the security of the original...
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... in the notification area after you are unavailable If you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Some networks change the corresponding code in your computer, follow these steps... network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to a WLAN, the network is protected by security. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then enter your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the latest software. Press enter, and then follow the on...
... in the notification area after you are unavailable If you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Some networks change the corresponding code in your computer, follow these steps... network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to a WLAN, the network is protected by security. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then enter your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the latest software. Press enter, and then follow the on...
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... program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that you to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the information provided with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio ...signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and then play...
... program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that you to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the information provided with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio ...signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and then play...
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... of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the...
... of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the...
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... prompted, confirm that you want to Start > Help and Support. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in Device Manager. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. ...closed. ● Turn off Sleep and Hibernation. ● Be sure that the disc is not visible on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Remove any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Right-click on ). 4. CyberLink PowerDVD is also...
... prompted, confirm that you want to Start > Help and Support. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in Device Manager. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. ...closed. ● Turn off Sleep and Hibernation. ● Be sure that the disc is not visible on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Remove any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Right-click on ). 4. CyberLink PowerDVD is also...
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... on your country or region. 2. Proceed to install the updated driver. If prompted to do this, click Download only to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your hard drive. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation ...of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to use your computer. Try to open files...
... on your country or region. 2. Proceed to install the updated driver. If prompted to do this, click Download only to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your hard drive. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation ...of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to use your computer. Try to open files...
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Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for updates. 2. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products.
Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for updates. 2. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products.
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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. Connect the drive to the manufacturer's instructions.
...-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. Connect the drive to the manufacturer's instructions.
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... hub or expansion product. 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 usually included with the device. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device...
... hub or expansion product. 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 usually included with the device. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device...
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... Search box, and then press enter. - If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to step 6. 3. or - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and...or region. 2. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. If you may be able to install. 7. Open your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to http://www...
... Search box, and then press enter. - If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to step 6. 3. or - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and...or region. 2. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. If you may be able to install. 7. Open your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to http://www...
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...changes to maintain a reasonably current backup. NOTE: If your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). As you add new software and data... information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to factory settings in the Hard Disk Drives section of...
...changes to maintain a reasonably current backup. NOTE: If your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). As you add new software and data... information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to factory settings in the Hard Disk Drives section of...
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..., power 11 corporate WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 56 critical updates, software 96 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 76 Windows drivers 77 Diagnostics menu 101 digital card defined 86 inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media Slot, identifying...
..., power 11 corporate WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 56 critical updates, software 96 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 76 Windows drivers 77 Diagnostics menu 101 digital card defined 86 inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media Slot, identifying...