Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance. Symptom: LED lights do not glow, display is black, computer does not start If LEDs do not glow when ...is a device conflict or failure. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to resolve problems when computer does not startup or boot properly. HP Notebook PCs - If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Resolving Start...
Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance. Symptom: LED lights do not glow, display is black, computer does not start If LEDs do not glow when ...is a device conflict or failure. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to resolve problems when computer does not startup or boot properly. HP Notebook PCs - If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Resolving Start...
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...Additional support and updates to the user guides are on the Web. Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for HP products and services are U.S. Sign up to date with your computer. The only warranties for more user guides? Nothing herein should be liable for... services. Subscription Services for more user guides? Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. Windows Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and ...
...Additional support and updates to the user guides are on the Web. Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for HP products and services are U.S. Sign up to date with your computer. The only warranties for more user guides? Nothing herein should be liable for... services. Subscription Services for more user guides? Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. Windows Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and ...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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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
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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Notebook Essentials 1 Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety information are provided on the computer and are ...
Notebook Essentials 1 Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety information are provided on the computer and are ...
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... hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Refer to improve the security of the computer.
... hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Refer to improve the security of the computer.
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..., or system failure. It is strongly recommended that you create a set of the full factory image. For additional information, refer to recover optimal system functionality. Notebook Essentials 3 Creating recovery discs After setting up the system and to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." Antivirus software can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities...
..., or system failure. It is strongly recommended that you create a set of the full factory image. For additional information, refer to recover optimal system functionality. Notebook Essentials 3 Creating recovery discs After setting up the system and to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." Antivirus software can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities...
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... updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power...
... updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power...
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...battery provided with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides...by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for Safety of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Notebook Essentials 5 Chapter 2: What's next? For more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. Using the computer safely Å WARNING: To...
...battery provided with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides...by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for Safety of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Notebook Essentials 5 Chapter 2: What's next? For more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. Using the computer safely Å WARNING: To...
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... and your Internet service provider (ISP). Connecting to the RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only), or you can connect to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials
... and your Internet service provider (ISP). Connecting to the RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only), or you can connect to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials
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... have a disc from an ISP. ■ If you do not have an account with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Notebook Essentials 7 Chapter 2: What's next? Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard You can use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow...
... have a disc from an ISP. ■ If you do not have an account with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Notebook Essentials 7 Chapter 2: What's next? Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard You can use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow...
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Setting up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to access the Internet. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Contact a local ISP to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. The ISP will give you a User ID and password to set up a typical ...
Setting up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to access the Internet. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Contact a local ISP to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. The ISP will give you a User ID and password to set up a typical ...
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... you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to protect the privacy of the taskbar. If you temporarily connect your computer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. 2. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the wireless network: a. e. If the wireless...area, at the far right of your wireless computer. To use your Internet connection without your Web browser and accessing a Web site. Notebook Essentials 9 Be sure that the computer can access the data on the wireless function by using the router manufacturer's instructions and your wireless ...
... you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to protect the privacy of the taskbar. If you temporarily connect your computer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. 2. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the wireless network: a. e. If the wireless...area, at the far right of your wireless computer. To use your Internet connection without your Web browser and accessing a Web site. Notebook Essentials 9 Be sure that the computer can access the data on the wireless function by using the router manufacturer's instructions and your wireless ...
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Plug 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 ...
Plug 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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... All Programs. A list of programs is installed. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. Notebook Essentials 11 Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. Updating the software installed...
... All Programs. A list of programs is installed. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. Notebook Essentials 11 Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. Updating the software installed...
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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
... 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
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... is offline. 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...
... is offline. 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...
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... Sleep state or in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is in Hibernation. To change these suggestions: ■ Restart the computer by the system while the...
... Sleep state or in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is in Hibernation. To change these suggestions: ■ Restart the computer by the system while the...
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... router or access point is compatible with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for the internal fan to room temperature. Notebook Essentials 15 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting If you suspect that the computer is blue. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not...
... router or access point is compatible with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for the internal fan to room temperature. Notebook Essentials 15 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting If you suspect that the computer is blue. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not...
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... 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 and restoring it into the computer optical drive. ■ If...; Creating a set of recovery discs: 1. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R discs. Notebook Essentials 17 If you use CDs, up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs are required. ✎ Read-write discs (such...
... 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 and restoring it into the computer optical drive. ■ If...; Creating a set of recovery discs: 1. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you will need high-quality DVD+R, DVD-R, or CD-R discs. Notebook Essentials 17 If you use CDs, up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs are required. ✎ Read-write discs (such...