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...Development Company, L.P. Windows Users Looking for more user guides? Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for HP products and services are available on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Additional support and updates ...is committed to date with your computer. The only warranties for more user guides? Nothing herein should be liable for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such...
...Development Company, L.P. Windows Users Looking for more user guides? Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for HP products and services are available on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Additional support and updates ...is committed to date with your computer. The only warranties for more user guides? Nothing herein should be liable for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such...
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... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support 1 Finding the user guides 1 Identifying installed software and hardware 2 Chapter 2: What's next...
... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support 1 Finding the user guides 1 Identifying installed software and hardware 2 Chapter 2: What's next...
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Contents Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 20 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 26 Index iv Notebook Essentials
Contents Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 20 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 26 Index iv Notebook Essentials
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Notebook Essentials 1 Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. In addition to providing information about the ...
Notebook Essentials 1 Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. In addition to providing information about the ...
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... about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. Chapter 1: Finding information Identifying installed software and hardware To see a list of hardware installed in...
... about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. Chapter 1: Finding information Identifying installed software and hardware To see a list of hardware installed in...
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...; To access Norton Internet Security or get more information about it, click Start, click All Programs, and then click Norton Internet Security. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 3 For information on the computer: ■ Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of the full factory image. Norton Internet Security is...
...; To access Norton Internet Security or get more information about it, click Start, click All Programs, and then click Norton Internet Security. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 3 For information on the computer: ■ Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of the full factory image. Norton Internet Security is...
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... obtain information about you or the computer. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the modem cable that may be caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm, observe these...
... obtain information about you or the computer. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the modem cable that may be caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm, observe these...
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...temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by unplugging the power cord from HP. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To ... What's next? Also, do not place the computer directly on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of electric...only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If ...
...temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by unplugging the power cord from HP. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To ... What's next? Also, do not place the computer directly on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of electric...only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If ...
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... the "Connecting to an existing wireless network" section or the "Setting up for a new Internet account ■ Configuring the computer to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials The networking features of connections: ■ Cable modem ■ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ■ Satellite ■ Other services Broadband access may require additional hardware...
... the "Connecting to an existing wireless network" section or the "Setting up for a new Internet account ■ Configuring the computer to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials The networking features of connections: ■ Cable modem ■ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ■ Satellite ■ Other services Broadband access may require additional hardware...
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... taskbar. 2. If required, enter the security key. Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to enable the firewall. Select a network. 3. Click Connect. 4. Notebook Essentials 7 Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of ISP providers is not available in any of these steps: 1. Chapter...
... taskbar. 2. If required, enter the security key. Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to enable the firewall. Select a network. 3. Click Connect. 4. Notebook Essentials 7 Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of ISP providers is not available in any of these steps: 1. Chapter...
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... wireless computer to access the Internet. Contact a local ISP to access the Internet. Chapter 2: What's next? As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials
... wireless computer to access the Internet. Contact a local ISP to access the Internet. Chapter 2: What's next? As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials
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...9998; It is recommended that you configure the computer and any other existing computers to the wireless network: a. Select a network. c. Notebook Essentials 9 If you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to the router by pressing the wireless button. For more information...new network. If required, enter the security key. b. Chapter 2: What's next? The Windows operating system also provides tools to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. Click the network icon in a safe place. Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this information...
...9998; It is recommended that you configure the computer and any other existing computers to the wireless network: a. Select a network. c. Notebook Essentials 9 If you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to the router by pressing the wireless button. For more information...new network. If required, enter the security key. b. Chapter 2: What's next? The Windows operating system also provides tools to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. Click the network icon in a safe place. Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this information...
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Chapter 2: What's next? Plug the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials Plug the other end of the cable into the jack 1 on the computer. 2. To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of ...
Chapter 2: What's next? Plug the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials Plug the other end of the cable into the jack 1 on the computer. 2. To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of ...
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... Support. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Notebook Essentials 11 Locating and installing software Software on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software.
... Support. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Notebook Essentials 11 Locating and installing software Software on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software.
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... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.
... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.
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... adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up If the computer does not...
... adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up If the computer does not...
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... features that turn off the computer, one or more of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. The computer is on but is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials Sleep and Hibernation can be displayed on the computer screen or the external display, or on both devices simultaneously. But if the computer feels...
... features that turn off the computer, one or more of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. The computer is on but is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials Sleep and Hibernation can be displayed on the computer screen or the external display, or on both devices simultaneously. But if the computer feels...
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... computer air vents. Also, do not place the computer directly on . ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off during operation. Notebook Essentials 15 It is normal for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. An external device is blue...
... computer air vents. Also, do not place the computer directly on . ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off during operation. Notebook Essentials 15 It is normal for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. An external device is blue...
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...its original factory state if you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R discs. DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. Notebook Essentials 17 Create these discs are purchased separately. If you have a much higher capacity than CDs. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools provided... by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■ The computer must be connected to AC power ...
...its original factory state if you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R discs. DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. Notebook Essentials 17 Create these discs are purchased separately. If you have a much higher capacity than CDs. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools provided... by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■ The computer must be connected to AC power ...
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... shot of the settings. The screen shot can back up your system on the type of optical drive installed in case of the computer. 18 Notebook Essentials c. You should continue to back up your preferences. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. Open a word-processing document, click Edit, and...
... shot of the settings. The screen shot can back up your system on the type of optical drive installed in case of the computer. 18 Notebook Essentials c. You should continue to back up your preferences. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. Open a word-processing document, click Edit, and...