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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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...® operating system, Help and Support includes these topics: ■ Information about the computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not...
...® operating system, Help and Support includes these topics: ■ Information about the computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not...
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... Essentials Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. Surge protectors are commonly available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on the modem...
... Essentials Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. Surge protectors are commonly available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on the modem...
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... disabling Windows Firewall, choose to the Internet wizard. ✎ If you are supported in the country or region in which you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Using ISP-provided icons If ISP-provided icons are prompted within the wizard. (The list of ISP providers...
... disabling Windows Firewall, choose to the Internet wizard. ✎ If you are supported in the country or region in which you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Using ISP-provided icons If ISP-provided icons are prompted within the wizard. (The list of ISP providers...
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... System Protection tab. 4. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to save and name a snapshot of your system, you to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. A system restore point allows you are creating a system restore point. Create a system restore point 1. In the left pane, click System protection. 3.
... System Protection tab. 4. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to save and name a snapshot of your system, you to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. A system restore point allows you are creating a system restore point. Create a system restore point 1. In the left pane, click System protection. 3.
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... DC power within the following table may be helpful if you plan to use with the computer. Notebook Essentials 23 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following specifications. Although the computer can be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by an... can be found on the system regulatory label on DC power, which can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be supplied by HP for use or transport the computer in extreme environments.
... DC power within the following table may be helpful if you plan to use with the computer. Notebook Essentials 23 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following specifications. Although the computer can be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by an... can be found on the system regulatory label on DC power, which can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be supplied by HP for use or transport the computer in extreme environments.
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Index A AC adapter 5 altitude specifications 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 ... 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 ...
Index A AC adapter 5 altitude specifications 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 ... 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 ...
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... software antivirus 3 identifying 2 installing 11 safeguarding information 17 troubleshooting 14 updating 11 solid-state drive (SSD) 21, 22 specifications altitude 23 humidity 23 input power 23 operating environment 23 temperature 23 28 startup problems, troubleshooting 13 surge protection 4 system ...recovery 17, 21 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...
... software antivirus 3 identifying 2 installing 11 safeguarding information 17 troubleshooting 14 updating 11 solid-state drive (SSD) 21, 22 specifications altitude 23 humidity 23 input power 23 operating environment 23 temperature 23 28 startup problems, troubleshooting 13 surge protection 4 system ...recovery 17, 21 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...
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... connection is very weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Using the modem (select models only 23 Connecting a modem cable 23 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 24 Selecting a location setting 24 Viewing the current location selection 24 Adding new locations when traveling 25 Solving travel connection problems 26...
... connection is very weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Using the modem (select models only 23 Connecting a modem cable 23 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 24 Selecting a location setting 24 Viewing the current location selection 24 Adding new locations when traveling 25 Solving travel connection problems 26...
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In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). WARNING! Connecting a modem cable WARNING! Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug ...
In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). WARNING! Connecting a modem cable WARNING! Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug ...
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...Click the Location tab to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Click Region and Language. 4. To use the modem and the modem cable (included with select ...models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). To connect the modem to display your location. 24 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network...
...Click the Location tab to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Click Region and Language. 4. To use the modem and the modem cable (included with select ...models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). To connect the modem to display your location. 24 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network...
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... on the TouchPad as described in the direction you must lift your finger vertically along the right edge of the TouchPad. To enable or disable a specific gesture, select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Device settings > Settings, and then check or clear the check box next to the gesture you are...
... on the TouchPad as described in the direction you must lift your finger vertically along the right edge of the TouchPad. To enable or disable a specific gesture, select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Device settings > Settings, and then check or clear the check box next to the gesture you are...
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... input-output system) version number. Press and hold f3 to play the previous track of a CD or the previous section of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that are using the external VGA video standard. The f4 key can also alternate images among display devices connected to Setup Utility...
... input-output system) version number. Press and hold f3 to play the previous track of a CD or the previous section of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that are using the external VGA video standard. The f4 key can also alternate images among display devices connected to Setup Utility...
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...life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of...work . WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. To increase display brightness, press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. Finding battery...
...life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of...work . WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. To increase display brightness, press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. Finding battery...
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... for creating an MP3 disc is the same as directed by the program you want to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. For specific instructions, refer to burn data, video, and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD NOTE: Observe the copyright...
... for creating an MP3 disc is the same as directed by the program you want to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. For specific instructions, refer to burn data, video, and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD NOTE: Observe the copyright...
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NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, press enter, and follow ...some locations you may be able to update your computer model number in the following sections. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. Click your hard drive. To do so, restart your computer after ...necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the file to install. 7. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you are once again listed. 7. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives When prompted,...
NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, press enter, and follow ...some locations you may be able to update your computer model number in the following sections. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. Click your hard drive. To do so, restart your computer after ...necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the file to install. 7. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. If you are once again listed. 7. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives When prompted,...
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...; To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to an optional expansion product. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the...
...; To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to an optional expansion product. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the...
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... Setup Utility menu items listed in this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or...
... Setup Utility menu items listed in this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or...
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...your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click your country or region. 2. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - If prompted to http...://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers 105 Proceed to install. 7. When the list of the device. When prompted, click ...
...your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click your country or region. 2. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - If prompted to http...://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers 105 Proceed to install. 7. When the list of the device. When prompted, click ...
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... files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. Click Create. 6. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Click System Restore. 5. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the...
... files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. Click Create. 6. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Click System Restore. 5. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the...