Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
Page 5
To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Recovery discs are designed to help you with a solid... restore points (operating system feature). Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of system...
To check for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. Recovery discs are designed to help you with a solid... restore points (operating system feature). Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of system...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
Page 12
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 3
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 6
While the "Press the ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the ... on the screen to download your hard drive. You may need to know the version of the screen, press f10. 2. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer: Select Start...
While the "Press the ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the ... on the screen to download your hard drive. You may need to know the version of the screen, press f10. 2. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer: Select Start...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 8
...in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. If you may be able to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. When the list of the device....3. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. ...
...in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. If you may be able to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. When the list of the device....3. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
Page 6
... disconnected) Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or more network devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name ... the wireless buttons on . Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are off. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired or wireless network. Indicates...
... disconnected) Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or more network devices are connected to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name ... the wireless buttons on . Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are off. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired or wireless network. Indicates...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
Page 22
...: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
...: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● 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 7
Page 23
... to a WLAN 19 Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature...
... to a WLAN 19 Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
Page 25
... region. 3. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon...are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the latest software. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be ...
... region. 3. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon...are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the latest software. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be ...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 3
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
Drives - Windows 7
Page 15
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 21
...and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. Look for hardware changes. If you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Select Start > Control Panel > System ...suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. The computer does not detect the optical drive 17 Windows scans your system...
...and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. Look for hardware changes. If you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Select Start > Control Panel > System ...suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. The computer does not detect the optical drive 17 Windows scans your system...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 23
...inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you may need to delete. 5. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again listed. 7. When prompted, confirm that you want to play a DVD. The process of burning a ...your drive. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Windows scans your user guides for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. In Device Manager, click the arrow next to delete the device, but do not ...
...inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you may need to delete. 5. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again listed. 7. When prompted, confirm that you want to play a DVD. The process of burning a ...your drive. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Windows scans your user guides for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. In Device Manager, click the arrow next to delete the device, but do not ...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 24
...Windows Update, you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - Click Install now to obtain HP device drivers: 1. To do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Click Check for updates... do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Proceed to download the driver and install it later. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of...
...Windows Update, you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - Click Install now to obtain HP device drivers: 1. To do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Click Check for updates... do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Proceed to download the driver and install it later. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 25
...codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 ...
...codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 ...
External Devices - Windows 7
Page 6
... the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far right of the taskbar. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far...
... the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far right of the taskbar. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
Page 20
... of the warranty period for use . You may need when you contact technical support. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the product's hardware components. You may...
... of the warranty period for use . You may need when you contact technical support. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the product's hardware components. You may...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
Page 8
... your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the integrated numeric keypad) Decrease system sound. fn+minus key (on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ●...
... your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the integrated numeric keypad) Decrease system sound. fn+minus key (on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ●...
Multimedia - Windows 7
Page 4
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
Multimedia - Windows 7
Page 11
... All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Save the file to the information provided with the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is a required program..., or a headset. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Connecting external audio devices 7 NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental...
... All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Save the file to the information provided with the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is a required program..., or a headset. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Connecting external audio devices 7 NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental...