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... period for the computer. The duration of the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to each product. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located...
... period for the computer. The duration of the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to each product. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located...
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... number helps a service technician 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. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The duration of the warranty period for the computer. Make...
... number helps a service technician 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. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The duration of the warranty period for the computer. Make...
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If you . 2. Innsert a thin tool, such as a screw driver 1, into the release access slot in the hard drive bay. (The disc tray is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut ...
If you . 2. Innsert a thin tool, such as a screw driver 1, into the release access slot in the hard drive bay. (The disc tray is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut ...
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...current backup. Note the following tasks for the computer from the HP website. If you use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1 Tools ...System restore points allow you to reverse undesirable changes to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software...
...current backup. Note the following tasks for the computer from the HP website. If you use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to an earlier state. ■ Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Maintenance and Service Guide 7-1 Tools ...System restore points allow you to reverse undesirable changes to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software...
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...> Recovery Manager. - Use these discs to recover your operating system and software. Back up the computer. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have a partition. This restores the computer to repair or restore the system if you set up all...its factory condition. Click Advanced Options. 3. Try these discs 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 do not have been included with this computer must be ...
...> Recovery Manager. - Use these discs to recover your operating system and software. Back up the computer. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have a partition. This restores the computer to repair or restore the system if you set up all...its factory condition. Click Advanced Options. 3. Try these discs 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 do not have been included with this computer must be ...
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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...wireless devices can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on . Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are... the factory, you 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 one or more network devices are off . Indicates that ...
...wireless devices can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on . Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are... the factory, you 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 one or more network devices are off . Indicates that ...
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...2 Wireless, local area network, and modem For more information. 1. Use the procedures 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. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an... integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Before working your way through the sequence of possible...
...2 Wireless, local area network, and modem For more information. 1. Use the procedures 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. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an... integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Before working your way through the sequence of possible...
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...network you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Current network security codes are prompted for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. You must change the SSID or network keys used in the search box. 4. You ...must have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. A Windows "...
...network you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Current network security codes are prompted for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. You must change the SSID or network keys used in the search box. 4. You ...must have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. A Windows "...
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... that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that you to use the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories ...> Sound Recorder. 2. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal...
... that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that you to use the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories ...> Sound Recorder. 2. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal...
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... open for removal of the drive. 2. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat... surfaces. Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73
... open for removal of the drive. 2. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat... surfaces. Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73
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... site at http://www.hp.com. Configure the monitor settings to the type of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before trying to burn the contents to delete. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. If ... external display are copying a disc, save the information on any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Remove any other drivers you want to uninstall, and then reinstall (for your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed. ●...
... site at http://www.hp.com. Configure the monitor settings to the type of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before trying to burn the contents to delete. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. If ... external display are copying a disc, save the information on any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Remove any other drivers you want to uninstall, and then reinstall (for your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed. ●...
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... sections. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to update your device. Windows scans your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you may need to open files, and then continue with the...may be able to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click Install now to step 6. 3. If prompted to do this, click Download...
... sections. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to update your device. Windows scans your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you may need to open files, and then continue with the...may be able to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click Install now to step 6. 3. If prompted to do this, click Download...
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Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. NOTE: If you can check for updates. 2. 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 updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 To use Windows Update: 1.
Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. NOTE: If you can check for updates. 2. 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 updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 To use Windows Update: 1.
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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 disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
...-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 disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
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... the far right of the taskbar. 84 Chapter 7 External devices and external media cards 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...
... the far right of the taskbar. 84 Chapter 7 External devices and external media cards 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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...a storage location on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. If prompted to install the updated driver. or - If you may be able to install. 7. Click Install now to do this, click Download only to save the... file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. Open your web browser, go to your country or region. 2. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where...
...a storage location on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. If prompted to install the updated driver. or - If you may be able to install. 7. Click Install now to do this, click Download only to save the... file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. Open your web browser, go to your country or region. 2. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where...
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...operating system and software programs to maintain a reasonably current backup. Use these discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). As you add new software and data files, you with the following tasks 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 important system files. ● Creating system restore points (operating system feature...
...operating system and software programs to maintain a reasonably current backup. Use these discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). As you add new software and data files, you with the following tasks 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 important system files. ● Creating system restore points (operating system feature...
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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...