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An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to each product. The duration of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to the ...
An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to each product. The duration of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to the ...
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... Description The name affixed to determine what components and parts are as many as 62 screws, in 5 different sizes, that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service...
... Description The name affixed to determine what components and parts are as many as 62 screws, in 5 different sizes, that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service...
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... procedures Optical drive ✎ The optical drive spare part kit includes an optical drive bezel and optical drive bracket. Innsert a thin tool, such as a screw driver 1, into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down the computer. Remove the battery (see "Hard drive" on...
... procedures Optical drive ✎ The optical drive spare part kit includes an optical drive bezel and optical drive bracket. Innsert a thin tool, such as a screw driver 1, into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down the computer. Remove the battery (see "Hard drive" on...
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...quality DVD-R, double-layer DVD-R, DVD+R, double-layer DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. Creating recovery discs HP recommends creating recovery discs to recover your operating system and software. Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1 System restore points allow you to reverse ...and data files, continue to back up your information regularly to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after setting up to maintain a reasonably current backup. To check for the presence of...
...quality DVD-R, double-layer DVD-R, DVD+R, double-layer DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. Creating recovery discs HP recommends creating recovery discs to recover your operating system and software. Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1 System restore points allow you to reverse ...and data files, continue to back up your information regularly to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after setting up to maintain a reasonably current backup. To check for the presence of...
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... from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on -screen instructions. 7-4 Maintenance and Service Guide If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have a recovery partition. Recovery Manager opens. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive... Recovery Manager. This restores the computer to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. HP recommends using Recovery Manager. ✎ Recovery Manager recovers only software that you might not have previously backed up.
... from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on -screen instructions. 7-4 Maintenance and Service Guide If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have a recovery partition. Recovery Manager opens. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive... Recovery Manager. This restores the computer to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. HP recommends using Recovery Manager. ✎ Recovery Manager recovers only software that you might not have previously backed up.
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 ...
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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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... the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are ... or more of the wireless devices are 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, but no network devices are enabled at least one or more network...
... the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are ... or more of the wireless devices are 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, but no network devices are enabled at least one or more network...
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...on the side of your network connection problem, be prompted for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not ...connect to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. If no WLAN device is listed, either your...
...on the side of your network connection problem, be prompted for your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not ...connect to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. If no WLAN device is listed, either your...
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... manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Open your country or region. 3. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Current network security codes are unavailable If you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For... by security. Some networks change the corresponding code in your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. NOTE: If the WLAN...
... manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Open your country or region. 3. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Current network security codes are unavailable If you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For... by security. Some networks change the corresponding code in your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. NOTE: If the WLAN...
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For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that you to use the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Audio Your computer enables you install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the information ... normally color-coded to your computer. For additional safety information, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that you to use the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Audio Your computer enables you install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the information ... normally color-coded to your computer. For additional safety information, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
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Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it ... of the drive. 2. Removing 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
Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it ... of the drive. 2. Removing 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
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... and then select Screen resolution. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Repeat for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in the System area, click Device ...Manager. 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 Right-click on an external display 1. Specify a ...
... and then select Screen resolution. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Repeat for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in the System area, click Device ...Manager. 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 Right-click on an external display 1. Specify a ...
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... you are once again listed. 7. Windows scans your country or region. 2. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. or - NOTE: In some locations you may be able to install. 7. If... to restart the computer, save the file to install the updated driver. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to step 6. 3. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click...
... you are once again listed. 7. Windows scans your country or region. 2. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. or - NOTE: In some locations you may be able to install. 7. If... to restart the computer, save the file to install the updated driver. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to step 6. 3. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click...
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Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 3. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77
Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 3. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77
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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 a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Connect the drive to...
...-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 a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Connect the drive to...
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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. 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such...
... 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. 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such...
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...your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. When prompted, click Save, and then select...be able to install. 7. Click your hard drive. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. or - Select your web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. ...
...your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. When prompted, click Save, and then select...be able to install. 7. Click your hard drive. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. or - Select your web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. ...
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...). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. This feature helps you to reverse undesirable changes to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works... (SSD), you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Use these discs to maintain a reasonably current backup. Tools provided by restoring the ...
...). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. This feature helps you to reverse undesirable changes to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works... (SSD), you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Use these discs to maintain a reasonably current backup. Tools provided by restoring the ...
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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...