Compaq Presario CQ62 Notebook PC and HP G62 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...; 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). Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options. ✎ Some...
...; 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). Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options. ✎ Some...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup Utility 98 Navigating and selecting in Setup ...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System 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 ...
...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup Utility 98 Navigating and selecting in Setup ...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System 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 ...
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... Action key or hotkey Press fn+esc (1) and (2) to display information about your computer. Press and hold f2 to Setup Utility (BIOS) on both the computer and the monitor. Help and Support also provides checkups for computer functionality, automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions,...also alternate images among display devices connected to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number. Press f1 to the computer. Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are...
... Action key or hotkey Press fn+esc (1) and (2) to display information about your computer. Press and hold f2 to Setup Utility (BIOS) on both the computer and the monitor. Help and Support also provides checkups for computer functionality, automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions,...also alternate images among display devices connected to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number. Press f1 to the computer. Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are...
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... computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to act as deterrents, but they may not...
... computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to act as deterrents, but they may not...
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... f10. - While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. 2. A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is displayed, press...
... f10. - While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. 2. A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is displayed, press...
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While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is open, press f1. 98 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Your change the language of Setup Utility. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. When a confirmation prompt with your change and ...
While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is open, press f1. 98 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Your change the language of Setup Utility. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. When a confirmation prompt with your change and ...
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... 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). Setup Utility menus The menu tables in Windows. NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. Then use the ... the Setup Utility menu items listed in this ● View and change , or delete a power-on password. 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Security menu Select Administrator Password Power-On Password To do this chapter may not be supported by your computer.
... 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). Setup Utility menus The menu tables in Windows. NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. Then use the ... the Setup Utility menu items listed in this ● View and change , or delete a power-on password. 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Security menu Select Administrator Password Power-On Password To do this chapter may not be supported by your computer.
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.... Install the updates. 102 Appendix B Software updates Identify your permission or password for more information. 2. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To update the software, follow these steps...
.... Install the updates. 102 Appendix B Software updates Identify your permission or password for more information. 2. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To update the software, follow these steps...
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... those currently installed on or restarting the computer. To use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other system information is displayed in Windows) or by opening Setup Utility. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to know the... version of the screen, press f10. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by turning on the computer, you need to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press...
... those currently installed on or restarting the computer. To use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other system information is displayed in Windows) or by opening Setup Utility. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to know the... version of the screen, press f10. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by turning on the computer, you need to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press...
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...your hard drive where the BIOS update will need this path when you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. b. Follow any instructions that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive. The hard drive designation is running on the HP Web site that contains the ... file that are displayed on the screen reports a successful installation, you are displayed, follow these steps: a. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. If no instructions are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the ...
...your hard drive where the BIOS update will need this path when you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. b. Follow any instructions that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive. The hard drive designation is running on the HP Web site that contains the ... file that are displayed on the screen reports a successful installation, you are displayed, follow these steps: a. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. If no instructions are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the ...
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Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. or - Select your hard drive. ... Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search ...your country or region. 2. If you may be able to step 6. 3. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to install the updated driver. Click the option for software ...
Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. or - Select your hard drive. ... Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search ...your country or region. 2. If you may be able to step 6. 3. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to install the updated driver. Click the option for software ...
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... release latch 54 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 60 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8, 12 hard drive 8 BD copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Bluetooth...
... release latch 54 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 60 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8, 12 hard drive 8 BD copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Bluetooth...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. In the event of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to the system...(when the notebook is turned off) -or- Operational shock (when the unit is turned on and the hard drive is not detected by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to the following sections explain how to Solid State Drives. Shock events With each new generation of...
... to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. In the event of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to the system...(when the notebook is turned off) -or- Operational shock (when the unit is turned on and the hard drive is not detected by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to the following sections explain how to Solid State Drives. Shock events With each new generation of...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... updates for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. Hard Drive (HDD) & Solid State Drive (SSD) Diagnostics HP Diagnostics In the event you experience hard or solid state drive issues, the first step is to select the f2 function key when booting... USB key. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. Download and install any faults and issues that can be installed to download the latest BIOS for your product. See the UEFI section below to install...
... updates for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. Hard Drive (HDD) & Solid State Drive (SSD) Diagnostics HP Diagnostics In the event you experience hard or solid state drive issues, the first step is to select the f2 function key when booting... USB key. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. Download and install any faults and issues that can be installed to download the latest BIOS for your product. See the UEFI section below to install...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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To address this limitation, the industry is important to have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for Optimizing Performance on the installed OS, extra steps may need to take steps to align logical sectors (OS) with 4096-... on the physical media, making the drive easier to manufacture and able to support higher capacities. Please refer to the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c02691731/c02691731.pdf. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to the hard drive.
To address this limitation, the industry is important to have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for Optimizing Performance on the installed OS, extra steps may need to take steps to align logical sectors (OS) with 4096-... on the physical media, making the drive easier to manufacture and able to support higher capacities. Please refer to the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c02691731/c02691731.pdf. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to the hard drive.