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... and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. As part of Microsoft Corporation. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Windows Users Looking 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. For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to ...
... and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. As part of Microsoft Corporation. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Windows Users Looking 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. For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to ...
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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
... 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
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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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... to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. You can access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 1 Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety information are provided on the computer and are...
... to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. You can access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 1 Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety information are provided on the computer and are...
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... Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Refer to improve the security of the computer.
... Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Refer to improve the security of the computer.
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... to protect the computer from viruses When you use the computer for the first time, it is preinstalled on how to recover optimal system functionality. Notebook Essentials 3 Protecting the computer The information in case of the full factory image. To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus...
... to protect the computer from viruses When you use the computer for the first time, it is preinstalled on how to recover optimal system functionality. Notebook Essentials 3 Protecting the computer The information in case of the full factory image. To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus...
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...; Keep the operating system and software updated. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Surge protectors are commonly available from the power surges that do not meet specific security...
...; Keep the operating system and software updated. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Surge protectors are commonly available from the power surges that do not meet specific security...
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... limits defined by the International Standard for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide...or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Notebook Essentials 5 Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential...
... limits defined by the International Standard for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide...or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Notebook Essentials 5 Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential...
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...; Other services Broadband access may require additional hardware or software provided by dialing in which you purchased the computer, you can use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Choosing an ISP You must set up for a new Internet account ■ Configuring the computer to a service provider using the RJ-45 (network) jack...
...; Other services Broadband access may require additional hardware or software provided by dialing in which you purchased the computer, you can use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Choosing an ISP You must set up for a new Internet account ■ Configuring the computer to a service provider using the RJ-45 (network) jack...
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...; To set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard to connect to enable the firewall. Notebook Essentials 7 Click Connect. 4. Click the network icon in all regions.) ■ If you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings...
...; To set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard to connect to enable the firewall. Notebook Essentials 7 Click Connect. 4. Click the network icon in all regions.) ■ If you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings...
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... network, which is connected to the Internet and to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Step 1: Purchase high-speed Internet service If you to set up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to purchase high-speed Internet...
... network, which is connected to the Internet and to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Step 1: Purchase high-speed Internet service If you to set up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to purchase high-speed Internet...
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...without your wireless network. Then follow the on the computer is off by pressing the wireless button. Connect your computer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the wireless network: a. During the router.... b. Test the wireless network by using the router manufacturer's instructions and your wireless network for the first time. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 9 If you set up your network, select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click...
...without your wireless network. Then follow the on the computer is off by pressing the wireless button. Connect your computer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the wireless network: a. During the router.... b. Test the wireless network by using the router manufacturer's instructions and your wireless network for the first time. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 9 If you set up your network, select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click...
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... into the jack 1 on the computer. 2. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials
... into the jack 1 on the computer. 2. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials
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... installed on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is connected to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be used until it is displayed. 2. Notebook Essentials 11 To install software from a disc, follow these steps: 1. Many updates provide security enhancements. To access links for updating installed software, refer to start...
... installed on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is connected to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be used until it is displayed. 2. Notebook Essentials 11 To install software from a disc, follow these steps: 1. Many updates provide security enhancements. To access links for updating installed software, refer to start...
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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 If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown...
... 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 If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown...
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...start up : ■ If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into an AC outlet using the AC adapter. Notebook Essentials 13 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. ✎ Although many checkup and repair tools require an Internet connection, other than an AC...does not turn on battery power or is providing 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. Be sure that the outlet is...
...start up : ■ If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into an AC outlet using the AC adapter. Notebook Essentials 13 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. ✎ Although many checkup and repair tools require an Internet connection, other than an AC...does not turn on battery power or is providing 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. Be sure that the outlet is...
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... turn off the computer, one or more of these settings may be the cause: ■ The computer may be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials Then, in Chapter 2. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in use . For information about using this procedure, refer to display the...
... turn off the computer, one or more of these settings may be the cause: ■ The computer may be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials Then, in Chapter 2. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in use . For information about using this procedure, refer to display the...
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... function as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Notebook Essentials 15 It is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to room temperature. If the light is turned on and the...
... function as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Notebook Essentials 15 It is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to room temperature. If the light is turned on and the...
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... inserting it in a safe place. Follow the on-screen instructions. 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 during...use CDs, up to continue the disc creation process. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you experience serious system failure or instability. Notebook Essentials 17 Create these discs carefully and keep them in case of a system failure: ■ Backing up the computer for safeguarding your...
... inserting it in a safe place. Follow the on-screen instructions. 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 during...use CDs, up to continue the disc creation process. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you experience serious system failure or instability. Notebook Essentials 17 Create these discs carefully and keep them in case of a system failure: ■ Backing up the computer for safeguarding your...
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To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. As you add new software and date files, you should create a set of the computer. 18 Notebook Essentials Appendix A: Backup and recovery Backing up your information Recovery after software setup. c. The discs you use any of the following times: ■ On a regularly ...
To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. As you add new software and date files, you should create a set of the computer. 18 Notebook Essentials Appendix A: Backup and recovery Backing up your information Recovery after software setup. c. The discs you use any of the following times: ■ On a regularly ...