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...Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. You can find them on your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and ...services. Additional support and updates to reducing the environmental impact of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. They are set forth in Help and Support. Subscription Services for ...
...Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. You can find them on your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and ...services. Additional support and updates to reducing the environmental impact of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. They are set forth in Help and Support. Subscription Services for ...
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... Programs, click Recovery Manager, and then click Recovery Manager. 2. To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to install the device and any required drivers. Update the operating system and other software installed on the manufacturer's Web site. This software cannot be provided with the computer may affect the way... installed on disc. Notebook Essentials 11 Some updates may have been released since the computer left the factory. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1.
... Programs, click Recovery Manager, and then click Recovery Manager. 2. To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to install the device and any required drivers. Update the operating system and other software installed on the manufacturer's Web site. This software cannot be provided with the computer may affect the way... installed on disc. Notebook Essentials 11 Some updates may have been released since the computer left the factory. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1.
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... the computer starts up automatically to room temperature. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. Use the computer only on . ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all device connections are secure. ■ Be sure that the device...
... the computer starts up automatically to room temperature. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. Use the computer only on . ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all device connections are secure. ■ Be sure that the device...
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...9632; Creating a set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can exit the program before you will need ...on-screen instructions. DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. 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 its original...
...9632; Creating a set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can exit the program before you will need ...on-screen instructions. DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. 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 its original...
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... 14 P performing a recovery 21 posture 5 power cord 5 power options 14 power specifications 23 power surges 4 power, turning on computer 13 privacy, protecting 4 R recovering a program or driver 17 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 22 recovering from the recovery discs 21 recovery discs 3, 17 Recovery Manager 21 recovery, system 17, 21 regulatory...
... 14 P performing a recovery 21 posture 5 power cord 5 power options 14 power specifications 23 power surges 4 power, turning on computer 13 privacy, protecting 4 R recovering a program or driver 17 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 22 recovering from the recovery discs 21 recovery discs 3, 17 Recovery Manager 21 recovery, system 17, 21 regulatory...
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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 ...
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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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... devices are connected to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all...Panel). Using the wireless controls You can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one wireless device is on (white)...
... devices are connected to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all...Panel). Using the wireless controls You can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one wireless device is on (white)...
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Cannot connect to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. For more information. 1. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that ...confirm that does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device ...
Cannot connect to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. For more information. 1. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that ...confirm that does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device ...
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Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is no network icon in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the... or a name (SSID) when connecting to a WLAN, the network is protected by security. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. You must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a secure network. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 21...
Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is no network icon in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the... or a name (SSID) when connecting to a WLAN, the network is protected by security. Select your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. You must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a secure network. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 21...
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...1. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Save the file to use the device. When the Sound window opens,..., such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the information provided with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals...
...1. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Save the file to use the device. When the Sound window opens,..., such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the information provided with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals...
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...as you remove it stops. 2. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. ...Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it...
...as you remove it stops. 2. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. ...Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. NOTE: If the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it...
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...a multimedia question not covered in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use CyberLink PowerDVD to make the external display primary: a. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. CyberLink PowerDVD is inserted...listing, and then click Uninstall. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 4. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. Right-click on a blank area of driver you are copying a disc, save the information on any...
...a multimedia question not covered in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use CyberLink PowerDVD to make the external display primary: a. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. CyberLink PowerDVD is inserted...listing, and then click Uninstall. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 4. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. Right-click on a blank area of driver you are copying a disc, save the information on any...
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... the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted...
... the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted...
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Click Check for updates. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to enter settings before you can check for updates. 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products.
Click Check for updates. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to enter settings before you can check for updates. 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. To use Windows Update: 1. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products.
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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 equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the computer...
...-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 equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the computer...
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... optional expansion product. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub or expansion product. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Connecting a USB...
... optional expansion product. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub or expansion product. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Connecting a USB...
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Open your web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your hard drive. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your country or region. 2. Updating programs and drivers 105 Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of ...Proceed 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. Click your operating system. 5. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save...
Open your web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your hard drive. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your country or region. 2. Updating programs and drivers 105 Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of ...Proceed 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. Click your operating system. 5. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save...
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... system failure: ● Creating a set of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your full factory image if you experience system failure or instability. Recovery discs are designed to recover...discs have been included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery ...
... system failure: ● Creating a set of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your full factory image if you experience system failure or instability. Recovery discs are designed to recover...discs have been included for the presence of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery ...
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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...