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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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... available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Telephone line surge protectors are available from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Chapter 2: What's next? Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming traffic...
... available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Telephone line surge protectors are available from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Chapter 2: What's next? Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming traffic...
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... can use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow these situations: ■ If you already have an account with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Click Connect. 4. If required, enter the security key. Using the Windows Connect to an existing wireless network, follow...
... can use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow these situations: ■ If you already have an account with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Click Connect. 4. If required, enter the security key. Using the Windows Connect to an existing wireless network, follow...
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... want to reverse subsequent changes made to your mind, you can then recover back to that point if you want to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for your system, you are creating a system restore point...
... want to reverse subsequent changes made to your mind, you can then recover back to that point if you want to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for your system, you are creating a system restore point...
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... an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. Notebook Essentials 23 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in extreme environments. Operating voltage 18.5 V 19.0 V Operating current 3.5 A 4.74 A Smart adapters 65 W 90 ...can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with this section may be supplied by HP for use or transport the computer in the following specifications. The computer is capable of the computer.
... an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. Notebook Essentials 23 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in extreme environments. Operating voltage 18.5 V 19.0 V Operating current 3.5 A 4.74 A Smart adapters 65 W 90 ...can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with this section may be supplied by HP for use or transport the computer in the following specifications. The computer is capable of the computer.
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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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... disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. To connect a modem cable: 1. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with the modem. If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the...
... disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. To connect a modem cable: 1. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with the modem. If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the...
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... To view the current location setting for the modem, follow these steps: 1. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click the Location tab to an analog telephone line that... 1. To connect the modem to display your location. 24 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the country-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Click Region and Language....
... To view the current location setting for the modem, follow these steps: 1. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click the Location tab to an analog telephone line that... 1. To connect the modem to display your location. 24 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the country-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Click Region and Language....
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...-tap the TouchPad off indicator. NOTE: If you want the pointer to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. 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...
...-tap the TouchPad off indicator. NOTE: If you want the pointer to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. 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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... from the computer. If you disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer using , pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program. For example, if a monitor is enabled at the factory.
... from the computer. If you disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer using , pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program. For example, if a monitor is enabled at the factory.
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...battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and unplugged from HP. 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. Using battery power 53 If...the computer switches to maximize battery life ● Information 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. To increase display brightness, press f3 or ...
...battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and unplugged from HP. 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. Using battery power 53 If...the computer switches to maximize battery life ● Information 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. To increase display brightness, press f3 or ...
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... creating an MP3 disc is usually best for such purposes. Open the folder, and then drag the files to create-data, audio, or video. 5. For specific instructions, refer to burn data, video, and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your DVD...
... creating an MP3 disc is usually best for such purposes. Open the folder, and then drag the files to create-data, audio, or video. 5. For specific instructions, refer to burn data, video, and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your DVD...
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...Windows 7 operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you are once again listed. 7. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you... want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the ...
...Windows 7 operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you are once again listed. 7. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you... want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the ...
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... device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to the manufacturer's instructions. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to an optional expansion product. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Connecting a USB device...
... device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to the manufacturer's instructions. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to an optional expansion product. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Connecting a USB device...
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... menu Select System information To do 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). Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. Exiting Setup Utility...
... menu Select System information To do 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). Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. Exiting Setup Utility...
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...hp.com/support, and then select your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. If prompted to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. Select your hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific... BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Updating programs and drivers 105 Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: ...
...hp.com/support, and then select your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. If prompted to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. Select your hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific... BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Updating programs and drivers 105 Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: ...
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... system is performing optimally NOTE: If you can reverse the restoration. In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click System Restore. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. Click...
... system is performing optimally NOTE: If you can reverse the restoration. In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click System Restore. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. Click...