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...learning centers on the Web. Subscription Services for more user guides? registered trademarks of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is committed to change without notice. Part number:...Support. You can find them on your computer. Windows and Windows Vista are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for technical or editorial errors or omissions...
...learning centers on the Web. Subscription Services for more user guides? registered trademarks of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is committed to change without notice. Part number:...Support. You can find them on your computer. Windows and Windows Vista are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for technical or editorial errors or omissions...
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...from a disc, follow these steps: 1. Some updates may be used until it is connected to install the device and any required drivers. Update the operating system and other software installed on the computer is updated frequently by the hardware manufacturer to the Internet. Chapter 2:... software Software on the computer as soon as an optional printer, follow these steps: 1. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. Many updates provide security enhancements. ...
...from a disc, follow these steps: 1. Some updates may be used until it is connected to install the device and any required drivers. Update the operating system and other software installed on the computer is updated frequently by the hardware manufacturer to the Internet. Chapter 2:... software Software on the computer as soon as an optional printer, follow these steps: 1. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. Many updates provide security enhancements. ...
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... from obstructions. ■ Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are installed and updated. An external device is not working as expected: ■ Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure...
... from obstructions. ■ Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are installed and updated. An external device is not working as expected: ■ Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure...
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... 17 To create 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 restore your information ■ Creating a set of...you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R 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 continue the ...
... 17 To create 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 restore your information ■ Creating a set of...you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R 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 continue the ...
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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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Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more of the wireless devices are on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are off. Indicates that all of the ...light indicates the overall power state of your computer are off. Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all network devices are disabled in your computer using these features: ● The wireless...
Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more of the wireless devices are on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are off. Indicates that all of the ...light indicates the overall power state of your computer are off. Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all network devices are disabled in your computer using these features: ● The wireless...
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...in the feature list on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. In the System area, click Device ...Manager. 3. Refer to use. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on the side of the original computer package, you want to Help and Support for the WLAN device is not installed correctly...
...in the feature list on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. In the System area, click Device ...Manager. 3. Refer to use. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on the side of the original computer package, you want to Help and Support for the WLAN device is not installed correctly...
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... computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. Current network security codes are unavailable If you are alphanumeric codes that you are using was purchased... network administrator to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to do so. You must have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2.
... computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. Current network security codes are unavailable If you are alphanumeric codes that you are using was purchased... network administrator to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to do so. You must have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2.
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... (select models only) or receive FM radio signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Cable connectors are... these steps: 1. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and then click the Test button. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones.
... (select models only) or receive FM radio signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Cable connectors are... these steps: 1. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and then click the Test button. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones.
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... in the front bezel of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Press in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Press...
... in the front bezel of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Press in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Press...
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... designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Configure the monitor settings to play a DVD. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. A DVD movie is not... from your drive (see Selecting the right disc (CDs, DVDs, and BDs) on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A DVD playing in Device Manager. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in the...
... designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Configure the monitor settings to play a DVD. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. A DVD movie is not... from your drive (see Selecting the right disc (CDs, DVDs, and BDs) on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A DVD playing in Device Manager. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in the...
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...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. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to your device.... Click your country or region. 2. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, enter your hard drive. Try to save...
...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. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to your device.... Click your country or region. 2. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, enter your hard drive. Try to save...
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NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can check for updates. 3. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Click Check for updates. 2. 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. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77
NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can check for updates. 3. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Click Check for updates. 2. 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. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77
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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 computer. 2. Connect the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it...
...-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 computer. 2. Connect the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it...
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... port. 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 device. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage...
... port. 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 device. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage...
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Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and ...then press enter. - If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. To do so, restart your computer after the installation...
Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and ...then press enter. - If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. To do so, restart your computer after the installation...
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...case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery ... regularly to maintain a reasonably current backup. With Recovery Manager, you can recover your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to ...
...case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery ... regularly to maintain a reasonably current backup. With Recovery Manager, you can recover your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to ...
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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...