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... computer screen or the external display, or on all devices. Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is in Hibernation. Software is functioning abnormally If the software is unresponsive or responds abnormally, follow these and other power settings, click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click Power Options. ■ The computer may not be in the Sleep state or in use , or...
... computer screen or the external display, or on all devices. Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is in Hibernation. Software is functioning abnormally If the software is unresponsive or responds abnormally, follow these and other power settings, click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click Power Options. ■ The computer may not be in the Sleep state or in use , or...
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... the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for the internal fan to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure that all cables, and turn on the wireless device. ■ Be sure that the computer wireless antennae are free from obstructions while you are connecting to block airflow. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are using...
... the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for the internal fan to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure that all cables, and turn on the wireless device. ■ Be sure that the computer wireless antennae are free from obstructions while you are connecting to block airflow. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are using...
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...dial-up Internet access 6 display cleaning 25 switching image 14 Notebook Essentials E electric shock 5 emergency shutdown procedures 12, 14 environmental specifications 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 ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up access 6 wireless access 6 Internet Service Provider (ISP...
...dial-up Internet access 6 display cleaning 25 switching image 14 Notebook Essentials E electric shock 5 emergency shutdown procedures 12, 14 environmental specifications 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 ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up access 6 wireless access 6 Internet Service Provider (ISP...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...in use. Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Produces sound when connected to cycle on select models Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects a network cable. Components 7 Component Description (1) External monitor port (labeled on and off during routine operation. (3) HDMI port (select models...
...in use. Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Produces sound when connected to cycle on select models Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects a network cable. Components 7 Component Description (1) External monitor port (labeled on and off during routine operation. (3) HDMI port (select models...
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Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not properly installed. Before working your way through the sequence of your computer. If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you want to use. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security...
Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not properly installed. Before working your way through the sequence of your computer. If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you want to use. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security...
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.... 6. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you may need to save all open a window containing additional information...
.... 6. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Click your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you may need to save all open a window containing additional information...
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...Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Action Key Mode. Set the following boot options: ● POST Hotkey Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals of Setup Utility. Run a diagnostic test on . Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Enable/disable...
...Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Action Key Mode. Set the following boot options: ● POST Hotkey Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals of Setup Utility. Run a diagnostic test on . Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Enable/disable...
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... installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Install the updates. 102 Appendix B Software updates You may be prompted for your permission or password for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. B Software updates Updated versions of your computer. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Help and Support for a system BIOS update...
... installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Install the updates. 102 Appendix B Software updates You may be prompted for your permission or password for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. B Software updates Updated versions of your computer. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Help and Support for a system BIOS update...
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... external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain > Software Updates. 2. Identify the BIOS update that contains the update. 4. BIOS installation procedures vary. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive that is running on battery power or connected to the location on your computer and access the BIOS update you are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Make...
... external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain > Software Updates. 2. Identify the BIOS update that contains the update. 4. BIOS installation procedures vary. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive that is running on battery power or connected to the location on your computer and access the BIOS update you are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Make...
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... to open a window containing additional information. 6. or - When the list of the device. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers 105 To do so, restart your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Click Install now to step 6. 3. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in...
... to open a window containing additional information. 6. or - When the list of the device. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your operating system. 5. Updating programs and drivers 105 To do so, restart your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Click Install now to step 6. 3. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in...
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... Bluetooth label 12 boot options 101 112 Index boot order 101 button sound 101 buttons power 4 TouchPad 2 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 96 USB 84 calibrating battery 57 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 101 CD burning 72 copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 CD drive 78 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 98 charging batteries 55, 57 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
... Bluetooth label 12 boot options 101 112 Index boot order 101 button sound 101 buttons power 4 TouchPad 2 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 96 USB 84 calibrating battery 57 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 101 CD burning 72 copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 CD drive 78 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 98 charging batteries 55, 57 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
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...-on password 94 entering an administrator password 93 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 100 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 78 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 111 fan always on 101 firewall 17 firewall software 95 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 106 G graphics modes, switching 62 H hard drive installing 82 removing 80 replacing 80 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 101 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 47 initiated during critical battery...
...-on password 94 entering an administrator password 93 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 100 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 78 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 111 fan always on 101 firewall 17 firewall software 95 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 106 G graphics modes, switching 62 H hard drive installing 82 removing 80 replacing 80 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 101 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 47 initiated during critical battery...
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... 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 63 USB cable, connecting 84 USB devices connecting 84 description 84 removing 85 USB hubs 84 USB port, identifying 6, 7 USB ports, identifying 84 using Setup Utility 98 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 7, 8 video, using 41 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down action key 36 volume mute action key 36 volume up action key 36 volume, adjusting 37 W webcam adjusting...
... 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 63 USB cable, connecting 84 USB devices connecting 84 description 84 removing 85 USB hubs 84 USB port, identifying 6, 7 USB ports, identifying 84 using Setup Utility 98 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 7, 8 video, using 41 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down action key 36 volume mute action key 36 volume up action key 36 volume, adjusting 37 W webcam adjusting...
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ENWW Component replacement procedures 73 To replace the webcam module (select models only), lift the webcam module as the webcam module cable allows. 12. The webcam module is available using spare part number 600166-001. Reverse this procedure to install the webcam module. 13. Reverse this procedure to install the display bezel. 11. Disconnect the webcam module cable (1) from the display enclosure as far from the webcam module, and remove the webcam module (2). Remove the display bezel (4). To replace the display hinge covers, remove the two...
ENWW Component replacement procedures 73 To replace the webcam module (select models only), lift the webcam module as the webcam module cable allows. 12. The webcam module is available using spare part number 600166-001. Reverse this procedure to install the webcam module. 13. Reverse this procedure to install the display bezel. 11. Disconnect the webcam module cable (1) from the display enclosure as far from the webcam module, and remove the webcam module (2). Remove the display bezel (4). To replace the display hinge covers, remove the two...
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... Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on the hard drive. Enabled/disable Fan...
... Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on the hard drive. Enabled/disable Fan...
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...9679; Enable/disable internal network adapter boot. ● Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets a boot order that can include most boot devices in the system. ● Set the Express Boot Popup delay in seconds. ● Set the boot order. ◦ 1st boot device-USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device-USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device-USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device-Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device-USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device-Network controller ● Swap the functions of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when the operating system is not running. ◦ Startup...
...9679; Enable/disable internal network adapter boot. ● Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets a boot order that can include most boot devices in the system. ● Set the Express Boot Popup delay in seconds. ● Set the boot order. ◦ 1st boot device-USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device-USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device-USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device-Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device-USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device-Network controller ● Swap the functions of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when the operating system is not running. ◦ Startup...
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... : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. CAUTION: Improperly changing resource settings can disable the hardware and cause the computer to be sure each setting is unique. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab. 4. If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, manually change resource settings. Click Device Manager. 5. Select Start > Computer. 2. System resource specifications Use Device Manager to get a graphical...
... : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. CAUTION: Improperly changing resource settings can disable the hardware and cause the computer to be sure each setting is unique. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab. 4. If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, manually change resource settings. Click Device Manager. 5. Select Start > Computer. 2. System resource specifications Use Device Manager to get a graphical...
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...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 30, 50 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 105 boot options 93, 98 boot order 93, 98 button sound 93 buttons power 10 TouchPad right/left 8 C cables, service considerations 40 camera module removal 73 spare part number 73 camera, product description 3 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader Power Saving 93 changing the language of Setup Utility 89 chipset, product description 2 compartments memory module 15 components additional hardware 17...
...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 30, 50 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 105 boot options 93, 98 boot order 93, 98 button sound 93 buttons power 10 TouchPad right/left 8 C cables, service considerations 40 camera module removal 73 spare part number 73 camera, product description 3 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader Power Saving 93 changing the language of Setup Utility 89 chipset, product description 2 compartments memory module 15 components additional hardware 17...
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... (network 14 K keyboard product description 5 removal 57 spare part numbers 21, 57 keys Calculator 11 esc 11 fn 11 function 11 Media application 11 Print 11 Send e-mail 11 Web browser 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 93 language support 93 latch, battery release 15 legacy support, USB 94, 98 light power 9 lights caps lock 9 Digital Media Slot 14 webcam 12 wireless 9 M Main menu 92 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 30 memory module product description 2 removal...
... (network 14 K keyboard product description 5 removal 57 spare part numbers 21, 57 keys Calculator 11 esc 11 fn 11 function 11 Media application 11 Print 11 Send e-mail 11 Web browser 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 93 language support 93 latch, battery release 15 legacy support, USB 94, 98 light power 9 lights caps lock 9 Digital Media Slot 14 webcam 12 wireless 9 M Main menu 92 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 30 memory module product description 2 removal...
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... 3 external media cards 4 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 5 optical drives 3 pointing devices 5 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 107 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 112 recovering from the recovery discs 112 recovery discs 107, 108 Recovery Manager 107, 111 recovery partition 107 recovery, system 111 removal/replacement preliminaries 39 procedures 44 restore points 111 restoring default settings 91...
... 3 external media cards 4 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 5 optical drives 3 pointing devices 5 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 107 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 112 recovering from the recovery discs 112 recovery discs 107, 108 Recovery Manager 107, 111 recovery partition 107 recovery, system 111 removal/replacement preliminaries 39 procedures 44 restore points 111 restoring default settings 91...