Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... password Power-On Password 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). Main menu 5 NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. Enter, change...
... password Power-On Password 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). Main menu 5 NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. Enter, change...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... back up your information A system restore point allows you want to create a restore point. 5. You can create additional restore points to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. The System Restore window opens. 5. Create a system restore point 1. Click Create. You also can then recover back to that point if you...
... back up your information A system restore point allows you want to create a restore point. 5. You can create additional restore points to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. The System Restore window opens. 5. Create a system restore point 1. Click Create. You also can then recover back to that point if you...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v
Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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... compatible with the modem. WARNING! Connecting the internal analog modem to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately) is also required. In some countries, a country- If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV...
... compatible with the modem. WARNING! Connecting the internal analog modem to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately) is also required. In some countries, a country- If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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... modem cable into the telephone wall jack. or region-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Plug the country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately). Connecting a country- Connecting...
... modem cable into the telephone wall jack. or region-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Plug the country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately). Connecting a country- Connecting...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem cable adapter 3 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9 Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-
or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem cable adapter 3 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9 Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... it later. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Click your hard drive. To do so,... or region. 2. or - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers...
... it later. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Click your hard drive. To do so,... or region. 2. or - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Right-click Start, click Explore, and navigate to the drive that contains the blank optical disc. 7. For specific instructions, refer to use this computer for such purposes. NOTE: Some programs may be located in a protective case. 8 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive Select the...
... copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Right-click Start, click Explore, and navigate to the drive that contains the blank optical disc. 7. For specific instructions, refer to use this computer for such purposes. NOTE: Some programs may be located in a protective case. 8 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive Select the...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...restart the computer. Open your Internet browser, go to delete. 6. A device driver must be reinstalled 17 NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the pane above the box. 3. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. Windows scans ...your drivers using the procedures in the product box, and then press enter. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the computer. - Click the option for anything requiring drivers. A device driver must be reinstalled 1....
...restart the computer. Open your Internet browser, go to delete. 6. A device driver must be reinstalled 17 NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the pane above the box. 3. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. Windows scans ...your drivers using the procedures in the product box, and then press enter. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the computer. - Click the option for anything requiring drivers. A device driver must be reinstalled 1....
Drives - Windows Vista
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... containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to do so, restart your computer. Follow the on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted to install Microsoft Update. Click your hard drive. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is displayed...
... containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to do so, restart your computer. Follow the on your specific product from the models listed. 4. If prompted to install Microsoft Update. Click your hard drive. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is displayed...
External Devices - Windows Vista
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For more USB ports, connect an optional hub. 1 To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the computer. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. The computer has 3 USB ports which is usually included with the device. Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the manufacturer's instructions.
For more USB ports, connect an optional hub. 1 To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the computer. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. The computer has 3 USB ports which is usually included with the device. Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the manufacturer's instructions.
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... briefly press the second key of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to providing information about your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer, such...
... briefly press the second key of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to providing information about your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer, such...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... directed by the program you burn them to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. To burn a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. For specific instructions, refer to the drive that came with your DVD player for a list of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings...
... directed by the program you burn them to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. To burn a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. For specific instructions, refer to the drive that came with your DVD player for a list of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... and other Microsoft products. To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Microsoft Update to install. 7. or - On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click ...your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Follow the on-screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. To use the HP Update Utility: 1.
... and other Microsoft products. To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Microsoft Update to install. 7. or - On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click ...your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Follow the on-screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. To use the HP Update Utility: 1.
Power Management - Windows Vista
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Finding battery information in Help and Support 7 Finding battery information in Help and Support The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage 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.
Finding battery information in Help and Support 7 Finding battery information in Help and Support The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage 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.
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... boot device message. Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of hard drive issues can reduce the risk of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be run. Typically, these . Note: The following factors: Non-operational shock (when the notebook is turned off) -or- ...may need adjustment. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they can cause read/write head misalignment, or contact between the read/write heads and the media, resulting in symptoms such as "...
... boot device message. Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of hard drive issues can reduce the risk of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be run. Typically, these . Note: The following factors: Non-operational shock (when the notebook is turned off) -or- ...may need adjustment. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they can cause read/write head misalignment, or contact between the read/write heads and the media, resulting in symptoms such as "...