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.... The duration of the computer. 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.
.... The duration of the computer. 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.
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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. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service ...
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. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service ...
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... page 4-8.) Remove the optical drive: 1. Remove the hard drive (see "Battery" on , and then shut it down the computer. 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 page 4-7). 5. Disconnect the...
... page 4-8.) Remove the optical drive: 1. Remove the hard drive (see "Battery" on , and then shut it down the computer. 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 page 4-7). 5. Disconnect the...
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..., such as your full factory image if you might be created per computer. System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). The software allows the creation... software feature). If you use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are not compatible with the following guidelines before creating recovery discs: ■ Use high-quality DVD-R, double...
..., such as your full factory image if you might be created per computer. System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ■ Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). The software allows the creation... software feature). If you use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are not compatible with the following guidelines before creating recovery discs: ■ Use high-quality DVD-R, double...
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... and software. ✎ Windows has its factory condition. Then select Recovery Manager. Back up . If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's website or reinstalled from... software that do not have a partition. Recovery Manager software allows you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. However, if the computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you might not have a recovery partition. If that ...
... and software. ✎ Windows has its factory condition. Then select Recovery Manager. Back up . If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is the case, recovery discs have been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's website or reinstalled from... software that do not have a partition. Recovery Manager software allows you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. However, if the computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you might not have a recovery partition. If that ...
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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... connected to turn off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on or turn on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless ...these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls Using the wireless action key The computer has a wireless action key (f12), one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless ...
... connected to turn off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on or turn on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless ...these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls Using the wireless action key The computer has a wireless action key (f12), one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless ...
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... such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to Help and Support for all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security...on the side of the original computer package, you want to improve the security of possible solutions to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to...
... such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to Help and Support for all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security...on the side of the original computer package, you want to improve the security of possible solutions to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to...
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...to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The SSID and network key are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. To get the latest version... the router user guide for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to a WLAN, the network is either missing or corrupted. The driver must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a secure network. Some networks change the corresponding code in the...
...to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The SSID and network key are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. To get the latest version... the router user guide for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to a WLAN, the network is either missing or corrupted. The driver must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a secure network. Some networks change the corresponding code in the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...program 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. To reduce the risk of the computer, follow these steps: 1. To connect external devices such as...burn" audio CDs. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone...
...program 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. To reduce the risk of the computer, follow these steps: 1. To connect external devices such as...burn" audio CDs. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... carefully as you remove it. 3. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Remove the disc (3) from... on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the...
... carefully as you remove it. 3. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Remove the disc (3) from... on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Press the release button (1) on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... the device listing, and then click Uninstall. When prompted, confirm that all other drivers you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. A DVD movie is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer and is not visible on...
... the device listing, and then click Uninstall. When prompted, confirm that all other drivers you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. A DVD movie is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer and is not visible on...
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... then select your device. Open your Internet browser, go to your computer. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Try to install. 7. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, press enter, and...
... then select your device. Open your Internet browser, go to your computer. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Try to install. 7. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, press enter, and...
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To use Windows Update: 1. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Click Check for updates. 3. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77
To use Windows Update: 1. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Click Check for updates. 3. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. 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. If you are connecting...
...-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. If you are connecting...
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... the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to an optional expansion product. 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...
... the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to an optional expansion product. 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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...drive. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then ...browser, go to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your computer. Proceed to install. 7. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is displayed, click...
...drive. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then ...browser, go to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your computer. Proceed to install. 7. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is displayed, click...
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... up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you experience system failure or instability. To check for safeguarding your computer by the operating... after a system failure is listed in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. Use these discs to maintain a reasonably current backup. Recovery Manager...
... up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). System restore points allow you experience system failure or instability. To check for safeguarding your computer by the operating... after a system failure is listed in case of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your operating system and software. Use these discs to maintain a reasonably current backup. Recovery Manager...
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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...