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... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii
... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii
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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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... Support, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. ✎ User guides for select models may also be provided on the computer. Notebook Essentials 1
... Support, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. ✎ User guides for select models may also be provided on the computer. Notebook Essentials 1
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... name of the computer. Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials To see a list of the software that is preinstalled on the manufacturer's Web site. In the left pane, click Device Manager.
... name of the computer. Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials To see a list of the software that is preinstalled on the manufacturer's Web site. In the left pane, click Device Manager.
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... beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Protecting the computer The information in this section explains how to function abnormally. Notebook Essentials 3 Chapter 2: What's next? Creating recovery discs After setting up to factory settings in most viruses, destroy them to protect the computer from viruses When...
... beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Protecting the computer The information in this section explains how to function abnormally. Notebook Essentials 3 Chapter 2: What's next? Creating recovery discs After setting up to factory settings in most viruses, destroy them to protect the computer from viruses When...
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... on the modem cable that do not meet specific security criteria. Telephone line surge protectors are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next?
... on the modem cable that do not meet specific security criteria. Telephone line surge protectors are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next?
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...To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with the user-accessible surface ...or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with a 3-pin attachment plug on a hard, flat surface. Notebook Essentials 5 The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for...
...To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with the user-accessible surface ...or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with a 3-pin attachment plug on a hard, flat surface. Notebook Essentials 5 The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for...
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... to the Internet Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP). Connecting to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next? To learn about adding the computer to an existing network or setting up a wireless network, refer to the "Connecting to an...
... to the Internet Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP). Connecting to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next? To learn about adding the computer to an existing network or setting up a wireless network, refer to the "Connecting to an...
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... you purchased the computer, the icons may be displayed either individually on the screen. Select a network. 3. If required, enter the security key. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 7 Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to enable the firewall. Click the network icon in a desktop folder named Online Services...
... you purchased the computer, the icons may be displayed either individually on the screen. Select a network. 3. If required, enter the security key. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 7 Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to enable the firewall. Click the network icon in a desktop folder named Online Services...
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... ISP will help you a User ID and password to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials To set up a wireless network and to connect to access the Internet. Contact a local ISP to a wired computer. Record this network grows, additional wireless...
... ISP will help you a User ID and password to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials To set up a wireless network and to connect to access the Internet. Contact a local ISP to a wired computer. Record this network grows, additional wireless...
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... the Wireless guide in the notification area, at the far right of your wireless network, refer to set up a new network. b. d. Notebook Essentials 9 If the wireless light is off, turn on -screen instructions. During the router installation, the router manufacturer's software allows you set...What's next? Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this information when you configure the computer and any other existing computers to the Notebook Tour in a safe place. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to access the router. ✎ If you install the...
... the Wireless guide in the notification area, at the far right of your wireless network, refer to set up a new network. b. d. Notebook Essentials 9 If the wireless light is off, turn on -screen instructions. During the router installation, the router manufacturer's software allows you set...What's next? Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this information when you configure the computer and any other existing computers to the Notebook Tour in a safe place. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to access the router. ✎ If you install the...
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... the cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to a wired network requires an RJ-11 modem...
... the cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to a wired network requires an RJ-11 modem...
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.... 2. Some updates may be used until it is installed. To access links for updating installed software, refer to install the device and any required drivers. Notebook Essentials 11 Many updates provide security enhancements. Installing additional hardware and software Installing hardware To install additional hardware, such as the computer is updated frequently...
.... 2. Some updates may be used until it is installed. To access links for updating installed software, refer to install the device and any required drivers. Notebook Essentials 11 Many updates provide security enhancements. Installing additional hardware and software Installing hardware To install additional hardware, such as the computer is updated frequently...
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... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Click Start, and then click Shut Down. If...
... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Click Start, and then click Shut Down. If...
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Notebook Essentials 13 Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Click Start, and then click Help and ...
Notebook Essentials 13 Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Click Start, and then click Help and ...
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... If the computer is turned on but is not responding." ■ Run a virus scan. Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials On most models, when an optional external display, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer, the image can be initiated by clicking Start...
... If the computer is turned on but is not responding." ■ Run a virus scan. Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials On most models, when an optional external display, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer, the image can be initiated by clicking Start...
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... on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as expected: ■ Turn on a hard, flat surface. Notebook Essentials 15 Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as expected, follow the on-screen instructions...
... on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as expected: ■ Turn on a hard, flat surface. Notebook Essentials 15 Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as expected, follow the on-screen instructions...
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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...; 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 continue the disc creation process. Follow the on-screen instructions. The next time you open Recovery...such as CD-RW and DVD±RW) and double-layer DVD±R discs are purchased separately. Notebook Essentials 17
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...; 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 continue the disc creation process. Follow the on-screen instructions. The next time you open Recovery...such as CD-RW and DVD±RW) and double-layer DVD±R discs are purchased separately. Notebook Essentials 17
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... screen. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. You should continue to back up your system on the type of the computer. 18 Notebook Essentials The screen shot can back up your information periodically. ■ Before the computer is as complete as your preferences. d. c. The discs you have to...
... screen. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. You should continue to back up your system on the type of the computer. 18 Notebook Essentials The screen shot can back up your information periodically. ■ Before the computer is as complete as your preferences. d. c. The discs you have to...