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7 Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is listed in case of the window. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after setting up to its original factory state if you with the Recovery Manager software... from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature).
7 Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is listed in case of the window. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after setting up to its original factory state if you with the Recovery Manager software... from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature).
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... drive and restart the computer. 3. Use these features before using Recovery Manager to its own built-in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. On some models, you have a partition. Follow the on the screen. or - ❏ Restart the computer and press the f11 key... the manufacturer. This restores the computer to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. HP recommends using Recovery Manager. ✎ Recovery Manager recovers only software that do not have previously backed up ...
... drive and restart the computer. 3. Use these features before using Recovery Manager to its own built-in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. On some models, you have a partition. Follow the on the screen. or - ❏ Restart the computer and press the f11 key... the manufacturer. This restores the computer to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. HP recommends using Recovery Manager. ✎ Recovery Manager recovers only software that do 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...does not begin, or it stops 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...
...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...does not begin, or it stops 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...
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... Adding or replacing a memory module 9 Security Protecting the computer ...91 Using passwords ...92 Setting passwords in Windows 92 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 92 Administrator password 93 Managing an administrator password 93 Entering an administrator password ...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 ix
... Adding or replacing a memory module 9 Security Protecting the computer ...91 Using passwords ...92 Setting passwords in Windows 92 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 92 Administrator password 93 Managing an administrator password 93 Entering an administrator password ...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 ix
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... are off . Because the wireless devices are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are off . Using the wireless controls You can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem If the... wireless light is white, at the factory, so the wireless light is on the computer. Individual wireless devices can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel). Wired ...
... are off . Because the wireless devices are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are off . Using the wireless controls You can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem If the... wireless light is white, at the factory, so the wireless light is on the computer. Individual wireless devices can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel). Wired ...
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...is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. The listing for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to the Web ... in the feature list on the side of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security...
...is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. The listing for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to the Web ... in the feature list on the side of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security...
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The driver must be displayed. Open your computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If the WLAN device you wish to repair. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you are prompted for the latest software. Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can...
The driver must be displayed. Open your computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If the WLAN device you wish to repair. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you are prompted for the latest software. Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can...
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...) or receive FM radio signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and then play back the sound. 40 Chapter 4 Multimedia Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Start Recording and speak... computer, follow these steps: 1. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure ...
...) or receive FM radio signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and then play back the sound. 40 Chapter 4 Multimedia Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Start Recording and speak... computer, follow these steps: 1. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure ...
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...visible on the computer and is also available from the optical drive. 2. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 b. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use CyberLink PowerDVD to Start > Help and ...using both the computer display and an external display are copying a disc, save the information on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. If both displays, the DVD image will not appear on the source disc to your drive (see Selecting the...
...visible on the computer and is also available from the optical drive. 2. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 b. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use CyberLink PowerDVD to Start > Help and ...using both the computer display and an external display are copying a disc, save the information on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. If both displays, the DVD image will not appear on the source disc to your drive (see Selecting the...
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... HP device drivers 1. If you are once again listed. 7. To do so, restart your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click Install now to step 6. 3. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Windows scans...may be able to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. When...
... HP device drivers 1. If you are once again listed. 7. To do so, restart your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click Install now to step 6. 3. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Windows scans...may be able to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. When...
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Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 NOTE: If you can check for updates. 3. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you have not previously set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for updates. 2.
Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 NOTE: If you can check for updates. 3. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you have not previously set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for updates. 2.
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...of the device. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver. If prompted to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers 105 When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage ...number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. To do so, restart your hard drive. Click your computer. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open ...
...of the device. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver. If prompted to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers 105 When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage ...number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. To do so, restart your hard drive. Click your computer. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open ...
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...for computers that you to reverse undesirable changes to your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the ... Backing up 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 ... failure is listed in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of the window. 106 Appendix C Backup and recovery This feature helps you create. NOTE: If your information and...
...for computers that you to reverse undesirable changes to your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the ... Backing up 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 ... failure is listed in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of the window. 106 Appendix C Backup and recovery This feature helps you create. NOTE: If your information and...
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... 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 ...(microphone) 37 audio-out (headphone) 36 RJ-11 (modem) 6 RJ-45 (network) 7 K keys action 5 esc 5 fn 5 Windows applications 5 Windows logo 5 L labels Bluetooth 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 regulatory 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power...
... 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 ...(microphone) 37 audio-out (headphone) 36 RJ-11 (modem) 6 RJ-45 (network) 7 K keys action 5 esc 5 fn 5 Windows applications 5 Windows logo 5 L labels Bluetooth 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 regulatory 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power...
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... labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 75 disc play 74 drive and device driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system...up action key 36 volume, adjusting 37 W webcam adjusting properties 44 tips 44 using 44 webcam light 36 Windows applications key, identifying 5 Windows logo key, identifying 5 Windows, passwords set in 92 wireless action key locating 14 using 14 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 14, 15...
... labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 75 disc play 74 drive and device driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system...up action key 36 volume, adjusting 37 W webcam adjusting properties 44 tips 44 using 44 webcam light 36 Windows applications key, identifying 5 Windows logo key, identifying 5 Windows, passwords set in 92 wireless action key locating 14 using 14 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 14, 15...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures ... State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures ... State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing...
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To address this process, data is moved to contiguous space. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have used , you work with a SATA interface can be... with applications that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Be sure the hard drive is decreased. Client Management Interface HP has integrated SMART health monitoring into our management console portfolio. Depending on...
To address this process, data is moved to contiguous space. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have used , you work with a SATA interface can be... with applications that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Be sure the hard drive is decreased. Client Management Interface HP has integrated SMART health monitoring into our management console portfolio. Depending on...
Preparing Advanced Format hard drives for Microsoft Windows installations on HP Business Notebook PCs and desktop PCs - White Pa
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... applies to the latest version of the AMD SATA AHCI Driver. B This scenario is 4 KB on optimizing performance in multiples of an Advanced Format drive Windows 7 Windows Vista SP1 or later Windows Vista prior to reimage the drive F F F F F F A F Table 2. D Ensure that you received directly from HP A A A A B A A A You are installing your own image using Norton Ghost...
... applies to the latest version of the AMD SATA AHCI Driver. B This scenario is 4 KB on optimizing performance in multiples of an Advanced Format drive Windows 7 Windows Vista SP1 or later Windows Vista prior to reimage the drive F F F F F F A F Table 2. D Ensure that you received directly from HP A A A A B A A A You are installing your own image using Norton Ghost...
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You can create the image on creating the image (including driver requirements), refer to 2011 models: Notes 1. For more information on a drive with 512 byte or 4 KB sectors. 3. WinPE: Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment 2. Use the Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK). 14 Hard drive deployment decision tree for managed IT The following decision tree for managed IT applies to this white paper.
You can create the image on creating the image (including driver requirements), refer to 2011 models: Notes 1. For more information on a drive with 512 byte or 4 KB sectors. 3. WinPE: Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment 2. Use the Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK). 14 Hard drive deployment decision tree for managed IT The following decision tree for managed IT applies to this white paper.