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...All Programs. A list of programs is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. To install software from a disc, follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ Restart the computer if you are prompted ... Important updates to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be used until it is connected to install the device and any required drivers. To access links for updating installed software, refer to start a program, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider....
...All Programs. A list of programs is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. To install software from a disc, follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ Restart the computer if you are prompted ... Important updates to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be used until it is connected to install the device and any required drivers. To access links for updating installed software, refer to start a program, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider....
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... the lights are on the computer is blue. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are secure. ■ Be sure that the device is receiving electrical power. ■ Be sure that the device, especially if it is older, is compatible...
... the lights are on the computer is blue. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are secure. ■ Be sure that the device is receiving electrical power. ■ Be sure that the device, especially if it is older, is compatible...
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...information ■ 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 be created per computer. ■ Number each disc...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 AC power ...
...information ■ 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 be created per computer. ■ Number each disc...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 AC power ...
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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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... (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all network devices are enabled at the factory, you turn off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). All of the wireless devices on...). Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Because the wireless devices are off . Indicates...
... (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all network devices are enabled at the factory, you turn off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). All of the wireless devices on...). Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Because the wireless devices are off . Indicates...
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...been changed. ● Wireless device is properly installed on the side of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-...to a WLAN If you may be sure that does not connect to the network you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. You may add wireless networking capability to expand the list ...
...been changed. ● Wireless device is properly installed on the side of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-...to a WLAN If you may be sure that does not connect to the network you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. You may add wireless networking capability to expand the list ...
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... > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. If the WLAN device you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a... the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Some networks change the corresponding code in your country or region. 3. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 21 Cannot connect to ...
... > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. If the WLAN device you enter into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a... the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Some networks change the corresponding code in your country or region. 3. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 21 Cannot connect to ...
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...audio features: ● Play music using your computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and then play back the sound. 40 Chapter 4 Multimedia For ... the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images. ● Transmit sound and images with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected...
...audio features: ● Play music using your computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and then play back the sound. 40 Chapter 4 Multimedia For ... the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images. ● Transmit sound and images with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected...
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... as you remove it stops. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Press the... on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until it . 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Insert the end of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Removing a CD, DVD, or BD...
... as you remove it stops. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of the disc. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Press the... on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until it . 3. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Insert the end of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Removing a CD, DVD, or BD...
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...DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on , press f4 one or more times to switch between the two displays. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. When prompted, confirm that you want to delete the device, but do not restart ... display. Remove any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. A DVD movie is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. Right-click on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ...
...DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on , press f4 one or more times to switch between the two displays. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. When prompted, confirm that you want to delete the device, but do not restart ... display. Remove any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. A DVD movie is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. Right-click on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ...
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... location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to your device. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to use your computer. Click the Windows 7 operating system.... 5. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the following sections. After the file is downloaded, navigate to ...
... location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to your device. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to use your computer. Click the Windows 7 operating system.... 5. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the following sections. After the file is downloaded, navigate to ...
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Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Check for updates. 3. To use Windows Update: 1. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to enter settings before you can check for updates. 2. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. 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. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Check for updates. 3. To use Windows Update: 1. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be set to enter settings before you can check for updates. 2. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. 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. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update.
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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.
...-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.
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... external media cards 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.
... external media cards 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.
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... downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver. If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. Proceed to your country or region. 2. Select your specific product from the ...To do so, restart your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. When prompted, click Save, and then select a ...
... downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver. If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer. Proceed to your country or region. 2. Select your specific product from the ...To do so, restart your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. When prompted, click Save, and then select a ...
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...to back up your information regularly to protect your important system files. ● Creating system restore points (operating system feature). HP recommends that do not have a partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to maintain a reasonably current backup. This feature ...you experience system failure or instability. NOTE: If your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have a recovery ...
...to back up your information regularly to protect your important system files. ● Creating system restore points (operating system feature). HP recommends that do not have a partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to maintain a reasonably current backup. This feature ...you experience system failure or instability. NOTE: If your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have a 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...