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... computer 11 Turning off the computer 12 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 13 Quick troubleshooting 13 The computer is unable to start up 13 The computer screen is blank 14 Software is functioning abnormally 14 The computer is on but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device...
... computer 11 Turning off the computer 12 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 13 Quick troubleshooting 13 The computer is unable to start up 13 The computer screen is blank 14 Software is functioning abnormally 14 The computer is on but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device...
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.... ■ If you are supported in the country or region in which you purchased the computer, the icons may be displayed either individually on the screen. Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard You can use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow these steps: 1.
.... ■ If you are supported in the country or region in which you purchased the computer, the icons may be displayed either individually on the screen. Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard You can use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow these steps: 1.
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... is off . For more information on , turn it in a safe place. If the wireless computer is recommended that the computer can access the data on -screen instructions. Test the wireless network by pressing the wireless button. Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this information when you do not enable security...
... is off . For more information on , turn it in a safe place. If the wireless computer is recommended that the computer can access the data on -screen instructions. Test the wireless network by pressing the wireless button. Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this information when you do not enable security...
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...the manufacturer or provider. To access links for updating installed software, refer to the software included with the software, on disc, or on -screen instructions. ✎ Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. ✎ For details about using the software provided with the...be provided with the computer may be used until it is connected to start a program, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the computer is displayed. 2. Chapter 2: What's next? Important updates to Help and Support. Many updates provide security ...
...the manufacturer or provider. To access links for updating installed software, refer to the software included with the software, on disc, or on -screen instructions. ✎ Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. ✎ For details about using the software provided with the...be provided with the computer may be used until it is connected to start a program, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the computer is displayed. 2. Chapter 2: What's next? Important updates to Help and Support. Many updates provide security ...
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...: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the lower-right corner of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the loss of the screen, click the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove...
...: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the lower-right corner of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the loss of the screen, click the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove...
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... using this procedure, refer to the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for the computer to feel warm to the computer screen, press fn+f4. To change these suggestions: ■ Restart the computer by the system while the computer is on but is not responding." ■ Run..., one or more of these settings may be the cause: ■ The computer may be in the Sleep state or in the loss of the screen, click the Shut down button, and then clicking Restart. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in the lower-right corner of unsaved...
... using this procedure, refer to the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for the computer to feel warm to the computer screen, press fn+f4. To change these suggestions: ■ Restart the computer by the system while the computer is on but is not responding." ■ Run..., one or more of these settings may be the cause: ■ The computer may be in the Sleep state or in the loss of the screen, click the Shut down button, and then clicking Restart. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in the lower-right corner of unsaved...
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... IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the computer is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions...
... IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the computer is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions...
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... ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you can exit the program before creating recovery discs: ■ You will be sure that you experience serious system failure or instability...than CDs. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R discs. Follow the on-screen instructions. Notebook Essentials 17 Create these discs after setting up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs are required....
... ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you can exit the program before creating recovery discs: ■ You will be sure that you experience serious system failure or instability...than CDs. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R discs. Follow the on-screen instructions. Notebook Essentials 17 Create these discs after setting up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs are required....
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...✎ Set reminders to discs, number each disc before inserting it into a word-processing document, follow these steps: a. To copy the screen and paste the image into the optical drive of the following when backing up: ■ Create system recovery points using Recovery Manager, and ...is repaired or restored ■ Before you add or modify hardware or software Note the following types of the settings. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. b. c. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Backing up your information Recovery after software setup. d. You should continue to...
...✎ Set reminders to discs, number each disc before inserting it into a word-processing document, follow these steps: a. To copy the screen and paste the image into the optical drive of the following when backing up: ■ Create system recovery points using Recovery Manager, and ...is repaired or restored ■ Before you add or modify hardware or software Note the following types of the settings. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. b. c. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Backing up your information Recovery after software setup. d. You should continue to...
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Follow the on file size and the speed of your permission or password for more information. You may take over an hour, depending on -screen instructions to set up and create a backup. ✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer. 1. Refer to ...
Follow the on file size and the speed of your permission or password for more information. You may take over an hour, depending on -screen instructions to set up and create a backup. ✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer. 1. Refer to ...
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... saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. You also can reverse the restoration. Click Create. 6. Follow the on -screen instructions. 20 Notebook Essentials Restore to a previous date and time To revert to provide increased protection for which you can create additional ...and settings. Click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click System. 2. Click System Restore. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. A system restore point allows you to a restore point and then change your mind, you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your ...
... saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. You also can reverse the restoration. Click Create. 6. Follow the on -screen instructions. 20 Notebook Essentials Restore to a previous date and time To revert to provide increased protection for which you can create additional ...and settings. Click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click System. 2. Click System Restore. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. A system restore point allows you to a restore point and then change your mind, you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your ...
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... been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer. Notebook Essentials 21 HP recommends that you have a recovery partition. Software not provided with your computer. Back up . Appendix A: Backup and recovery Performing a recovery ✎ You can recover only... Manager software allows you to repair or restore the system if you may not have previously backed up all personal files. 2. For more information on -screen instructions.
... been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer. Notebook Essentials 21 HP recommends that you have a recovery partition. Software not provided with your computer. Back up . Appendix A: Backup and recovery Performing a recovery ✎ You can recover only... Manager software allows you to repair or restore the system if you may not have previously backed up all personal files. 2. For more information on -screen instructions.
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...be able to load. 2. To restore the system from either of the screen. This restores the computer to recover your computer includes an SSD, you can perform a recovery from the ...partition on -screen instructions. 22 Notebook Essentials Access Recovery Manager in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Press f11...and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on the screen. ✎ It may not have been included for Recovery Manager to recover using the partition on the hard...
...be able to load. 2. To restore the system from either of the screen. This restores the computer to recover your computer includes an SSD, you can perform a recovery from the ...partition on -screen instructions. 22 Notebook Essentials Access Recovery Manager in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Press f11...and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on the screen. ✎ It may not have been included for Recovery Manager to recover using the partition on the hard...
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...soft, damp, lint-free cloth. A can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust, lint, and particles that can be used to clean the ... and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can deposit household debris on the display. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to blow air around on the screen. A vacuum cleaner can cause the pointer to jump around and under the keys to the computer,...
...soft, damp, lint-free cloth. A can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust, lint, and particles that can be used to clean the ... and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can deposit household debris on the display. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to blow air around on the screen. A vacuum cleaner can cause the pointer to jump around and under the keys to the computer,...
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... 23 antivirus software 3 B backing up 18 backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 18 backup suggestions 18 blank screen, troubleshooting 14 broadband Internet access 6 C cables and cords modem 6 power 26 cleaning the display 25 cleaning the keyboard 25 cleaning...23 external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1, 2 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an...
... 23 antivirus software 3 B backing up 18 backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 18 backup suggestions 18 blank screen, troubleshooting 14 broadband Internet access 6 C cables and cords modem 6 power 26 cleaning the display 25 cleaning the keyboard 25 cleaning...23 external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1, 2 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an...
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... system restore points 17, 20 T temperature safety considerations 5, 15 specifications 23 troubleshooting 14 TouchPad, cleaning 25 traveling with the computer 23, 26 troubleshooting 13 blank screen 14 display problems 14 external device problems 15 overheating problems 14 resources 13 software problems 14 startup problems 13 unresponsive computer 14 wireless network problems...
... system restore points 17, 20 T temperature safety considerations 5, 15 specifications 23 troubleshooting 14 TouchPad, cleaning 25 traveling with the computer 23, 26 troubleshooting 13 blank screen 14 display problems 14 external device problems 15 overheating problems 14 resources 13 software problems 14 startup problems 13 unresponsive computer 14 wireless network problems...
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... an unmarked scroll zone inside the right edge of the TouchPad. There is off. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad...
... an unmarked scroll zone inside the right edge of the TouchPad. There is off. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad...
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...the codes when prompted to a WLAN, the network is either missing or corrupted. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are prompted for the latest software. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network ...notification area after you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to make a connection on -screen instructions. Click the option for instructions on setting up the same codes on a regular basis to repair. A Windows "Device not Found" error ...
...the codes when prompted to a WLAN, the network is either missing or corrupted. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are prompted for the latest software. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network ...notification area after you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to make a connection on -screen instructions. Click the option for instructions on setting up the same codes on a regular basis to repair. A Windows "Device not Found" error ...
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3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using the TouchPad The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 28 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on the screen. Component (1) TouchPad off indicator (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description When lit, indicates that the TouchPad is turned off.
3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using the TouchPad The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 28 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on the screen. Component (1) TouchPad off indicator (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description When lit, indicates that the TouchPad is turned off.
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...to play the previous track of a CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD Press f6 to increase the screen brightness level incrementally. Help and Support also provides checkups for computer functionality, automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, system recovery procedures..., and links to decrease the screen brightness level incrementally. Press and hold f3 to play, pause, or resume a track of an audio CD or a section of...
...to play the previous track of a CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD Press f6 to increase the screen brightness level incrementally. Help and Support also provides checkups for computer functionality, automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, system recovery procedures..., and links to decrease the screen brightness level incrementally. Press and hold f3 to play, pause, or resume a track of an audio CD or a section of...