Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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...; A password can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on how you want to control access to record each password you choose to 8 letters and numbers and is case sensitive. ● A password set , changed, or deleted, it in the Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Passwords...
...; A password can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on how you want to control access to record each password you choose to 8 letters and numbers and is case sensitive. ● A password set , changed, or deleted, it in the Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Passwords...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu...
... Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Run a diagnostic test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Set the following boot options...
...) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Run a diagnostic test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Set the following boot options...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... password for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. If your computer. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer model, product category, and series or family. Access the updates on the system ROM. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download...
... password for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. If your computer. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer model, product category, and series or family. Access the updates on the system ROM. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Some download...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the instructions on the HP Web site that is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You may need to know the version of the screen, press f10. 2. To use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Open the Setup Utility by pressing fn+esc (if you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. When the Main menu is displayed. 3. To download a BIOS update...
... the instructions on the HP Web site that is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You may need to know the version of the screen, press f10. 2. To use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Open the Setup Utility by pressing fn+esc (if you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. When the Main menu is displayed. 3. To download a BIOS update...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... location on your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software If prompted to step 6. 3. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Proceed to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver. Open your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in...
... location on your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software If prompted to step 6. 3. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Proceed to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver. Open your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
... the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from other devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... Device Manager. 3. For more information. 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Refer to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... Device Manager. 3. For more information. 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Refer to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of fragmented files, it works without supervision. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Disk Defragmenter is easy to run during the night or another time when you use . You may want to set Disk...
... and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of fragmented files, it works without supervision. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Disk Defragmenter is easy to run during the night or another time when you use . You may want to set Disk...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... pressing the power button. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. To remove the hard drive: 1. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive Remove the battery from the computer (2). 9. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. Shut down the computer through the operating system. Lift the hard drive cover away...
... pressing the power button. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. To remove the hard drive: 1. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive Remove the battery from the computer (2). 9. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. Shut down the computer through the operating system. Lift the hard drive cover away...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... on the service tag on bottom of driver you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the toolbar. Proceed to immediately check for HP software updates. As you may need to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. In Device Manager, click the plus sign (+) next to uninstall and reinstall (for software and driver downloads, type your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software updates on ) unless...
... on the service tag on bottom of driver you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the toolbar. Proceed to immediately check for HP software updates. As you may need to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. In Device Manager, click the plus sign (+) next to uninstall and reinstall (for software and driver downloads, type your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software updates on ) unless...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... select a storage location on -screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to get the latest updates for your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your computer operating system, programs...
... select a storage location on -screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to get the latest updates for your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your computer operating system, programs...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
... 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is not connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is in use. 8 Chapter 2 Components Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connect optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack...
...) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ● xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is not connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is in use. 8 Chapter 2 Components Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connect optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer keyboard. - To connect a video or audio device to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. or - 1. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your media program. Determining the type of graphics card installed on the computer display...
... HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer keyboard. - To connect a video or audio device to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. or - 1. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your media program. Determining the type of graphics card installed on the computer display...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... software updates on your specific product from the models listed. 4. or - or - If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Open your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions...
... software updates on your specific product from the models listed. 4. or - or - If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Open your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. You can exit Sleep in Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive...
... type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. You can exit Sleep in Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... charge the battery WARNING! The battery light on . 3. Insert the battery into external power until the battery is heavily used, it should not need to Never. 5. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings to be calibrated more than once a month. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Click Save changes. 14 Chapter 2 Using battery power Connect...
... charge the battery WARNING! The battery light on . 3. Insert the battery into external power until the battery is heavily used, it should not need to Never. 5. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings to be calibrated more than once a month. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Click Save changes. 14 Chapter 2 Using battery power Connect...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... if the computer reaches a critical battery level. 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off , turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power If the computer is off . or - Click Restore default settings for this plan, and then follow the on when the battery is fully recharged. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3.
... if the computer reaches a critical battery level. 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off , turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power If the computer is off . or - Click Restore default settings for this plan, and then follow the on when the battery is fully recharged. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3.
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Shutting down the computer The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Click...
... computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Shutting down the computer The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Click...