Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette 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...language. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of the Setup Utility in DC mode...
... for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette 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...language. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of the Setup Utility in DC mode...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... Reader Power Saving 6 changing the Setup Utility language 2 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 E exiting the Setup Utility 4 F fan always on 6 fingerprint reader 1 H hard drive self test 6 L LAN Power Saving 6 language support 6 M Main menu 5 memory test 6 ...N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 Processor C6 State 6 R restoring default settings 3 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 starting the Setup Utility 1 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 U using ...
... Reader Power Saving 6 changing the Setup Utility language 2 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 E exiting the Setup Utility 4 F fan always on 6 fingerprint reader 1 H hard drive self test 6 L LAN Power Saving 6 language support 6 M Main menu 5 memory test 6 ...N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 Processor C6 State 6 R restoring default settings 3 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 starting the Setup Utility 1 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 U using ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... listed in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of the window. 1 If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in the Hard Disk Drives section of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by restoring the computer to factory settings in case...
... listed in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of the window. 1 If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in the Hard Disk Drives section of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by restoring the computer to factory settings in case...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. Under Automatic restore points, select the disk for your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1.
... restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. Under Automatic restore points, select the disk for your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1.
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...the disc provided by the manufacturer. HP recommends that is the case, recovery discs have previously backed up. Recovery Manager software allows you may not have not already tried these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. Follow the on the hard drive. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: ...You can recover only files that was preinstalled at the factory. Use these discs to recover your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and...
...the disc provided by the manufacturer. HP recommends that is the case, recovery discs have previously backed up. Recovery Manager software allows you may not have not already tried these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. Follow the on the hard drive. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: ...You can recover only files that was preinstalled at the factory. Use these discs to recover your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... a recovery partition. Recovering from the partition, follow these discs to recover your computer includes an SSD, you can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive from either of the following ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. - Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. Recovery discs have...
... a recovery partition. Recovering from the partition, follow these discs to recover your computer includes an SSD, you can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive from either of the following ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. - Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. Recovery discs have...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen to download your hard drive. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in Windows) or by unplugging the ...instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to download. 3. You may need to the hard drive. 2 Updating software If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to ... as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by turning on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3.
... available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen to download your hard drive. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in Windows) or by unplugging the ...instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to download. 3. You may need to the hard drive. 2 Updating software If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to ... as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by turning on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3.
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive where the BIOS update will be downloaded. The hard drive designation is complete. The BIOS installation begins. 5. You will need to access this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Complete the installation by selecting Start ... installation procedures vary. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. NOTE: If you are ready to the location on your hard drive. Double-click the file that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Updating the BIOS 3 Double-click your computer to a network...
...you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive where the BIOS update will be downloaded. The hard drive designation is complete. The BIOS installation begins. 5. You will need to access this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Complete the installation by selecting Start ... installation procedures vary. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. NOTE: If you are ready to the location on your hard drive. Double-click the file that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Updating the BIOS 3 Double-click your computer to a network...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to step 6. 3. NOTE: In some... a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the...
... containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to step 6. 3. NOTE: In some... a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... or DVD ...7 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...7 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 8 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...9 Using Disk Cleanup ...9 4 Replacing the hard drive 5 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 13 The computer does not detect the... optical drive 14 A disc does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining ...
... or DVD ...7 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...7 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 8 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...9 Using Disk Cleanup ...9 4 Replacing the hard drive 5 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 13 The computer does not detect the... optical drive 14 A disc does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... DVD+R discs for your computer may not support all the types of computer files and scanned home records ● Offloading files from your hard drive to be changed. Typical uses include the following : ● Developing and maintaining large documents and project files ● Transporting work files... ● Making weekly backups of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to share files with most DVD-ROM drives and set-top DVD video players. CD-R discs Use CD-R...
... DVD+R discs for your computer may not support all the types of computer files and scanned home records ● Offloading files from your hard drive to be changed. Typical uses include the following : ● Developing and maintaining large documents and project files ● Transporting work files... ● Making weekly backups of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to share files with most DVD-ROM drives and set-top DVD video players. CD-R discs Use CD-R...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed . ● DVD players used in the software Help, or on computers with your hard drive to the manufacturer's instructions that came with MP3 software installed. Observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer... to copy into the drive. Save the information to your hard drive, and then burn from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the optical drive. 3. Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suites > Power2Go. 2. Refer to ...
...to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed . ● DVD players used in the software Help, or on computers with your hard drive to the manufacturer's instructions that came with MP3 software installed. Observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer... to copy into the drive. Save the information to your hard drive, and then burn from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the optical drive. 3. Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suites > Power2Go. 2. Refer to ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Close the disc tray and place the disc in subfolders. 4. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on your hard drive. 2. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Open the folder, and then drag the files to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. ... directed by the program you remove it stops. 2. NOTE: Some programs may be located in a protective case. 8 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, ...
... Close the disc tray and place the disc in subfolders. 4. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on your hard drive. 2. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Open the folder, and then drag the files to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. ... directed by the program you remove it stops. 2. NOTE: Some programs may be located in a protective case. 8 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Cleanup: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to run more efficiently. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. After you can run more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2.... Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Disk Defragmenter 9 HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can safely...
... Cleanup: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to run more efficiently. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. After you can run more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2.... Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Disk Defragmenter 9 HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can safely...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Lift the hard drive cover away from the AC outlet. 5. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Shut down on by pressing the power button. Unplug the power cord from the... that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer. 7. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive 4 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent...
... the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Lift the hard drive cover away from the AC outlet. 5. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Shut down on by pressing the power button. Unplug the power cord from the... that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer. 7. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer (1). 10 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive 4 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent...
Drives - Windows Vista
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Replace the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the left until it snaps into the compartment (1). 2. Close the cover (2). 11 Gently lower the hard drive into place (2). 3. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on top of the hard drive to disconnect the drive from the computer (3). Slide the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. To install a hard drive: 1. Lift the hard drive away from the system board connector (2). 11. 10. Pull the black plastic tab on the computer (1). 5.
Replace the 3 screws that secure the hard drive to the left until it snaps into the compartment (1). 2. Close the cover (2). 11 Gently lower the hard drive into place (2). 3. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on top of the hard drive to disconnect the drive from the computer (3). Slide the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. To install a hard drive: 1. Lift the hard drive away from the system board connector (2). 11. 10. Pull the black plastic tab on the computer (1). 5.
Drives - Windows Vista
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Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). 12 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive 6.
Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). 12 Chapter 4 Replacing the hard drive 6.
Drives - Windows Vista
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...now start automatically when it stops before trying to burn the contents to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that the disc is inserted into the optical drive. See your user guides for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-...ROM drives category in Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Click Start and type autoplay ...
...now start automatically when it stops before trying to burn the contents to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that the disc is inserted into the optical drive. See your user guides for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-...ROM drives category in Device Manager. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Click Start and type autoplay ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... computer after the installation is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to do so, restart your hard drive. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Open your Internet browser and go to do so, restart your computer. If prompted to http://www.microsoft...
... computer after the installation is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to do so, restart your hard drive. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Open your Internet browser and go to do so, restart your computer. If prompted to http://www.microsoft...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 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...
... copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 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...