Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... system feature). NOTE: Computers with the following tasks for computers that you experience system failure or instability. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of a recovery partition, ... the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case of system failure or instability. ● Backing up your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs ...
... system feature). NOTE: Computers with the following tasks for computers that you experience system failure or instability. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of a recovery partition, ... the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case of system failure or instability. ● Backing up your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...software Note the following types of recovery discs required. ● When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of your settings. Display the screen. 2. Back up your system at the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times NOTE: Set ...the screen: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. The screen shot can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use will depend on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. 3 Backing...
...software Note the following types of recovery discs required. ● When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of your settings. Display the screen. 2. Back up your system at the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times NOTE: Set ...the screen: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. The screen shot can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use will depend on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. 3 Backing...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... you want to reverse subsequent changes made to create a restore point. 5. You also can then recover back to that point if you want to your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Under Protection Settings, select...
... you want to reverse subsequent changes made to create a restore point. 5. You also can then recover back to that point if you want to your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Under Protection Settings, select...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...provided by the manufacturer. However, if your operating system and software. Software not provided with your computer. Follow the on the hard drive. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you have not already tried these discs to create a set up all... personal files. 2. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to recover your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you experience system failure or instability. If that was preinstalled at the factory. Recovery ...
...provided by the manufacturer. However, if your operating system and software. Software not provided with your computer. Follow the on the hard drive. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you have not already tried these discs to create a set up all... personal files. 2. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to recover your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you experience system failure or instability. If that was preinstalled at the factory. Recovery ...
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... the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on the screen. 2. Follow the on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either of the screen. Recovering from the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) 7 This restores the computer to recover your operating system...
... the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on the screen. 2. Follow the on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either of the screen. Recovering from the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) 7 This restores the computer to recover your operating system...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...functions of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot...order 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...
...functions of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot...order 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...
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 ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...then press enter. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. To download a BIOS update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on the...to an optional power source. You may need to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for your hard drive. b. Follow the instructions on the computer, you want to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow these...
...then press enter. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. To download a BIOS update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on the...to an optional power source. You may need to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for your hard drive. b. Follow the instructions on the computer, you want to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow these...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... when you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are displayed on your hard drive designation. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. The... earlier, open the folder on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated. The hard drive designation is complete. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Double-click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins....
... when you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are displayed on your hard drive designation. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. The... earlier, open the folder on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated. The hard drive designation is complete. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Double-click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins....
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. To do so, ...box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. or - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other ...
...then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. To do so, ...box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. or - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... a CD, DVD, or BD ...8 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...9 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD ...10 3 Using external drives 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...12 Using Disk Cleanup ...12 5 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay 6 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 16 The... 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
... a CD, DVD, or BD ...8 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...9 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD ...10 3 Using external drives 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...12 Using Disk Cleanup ...12 5 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay 6 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 16 The... 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
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...the package "FRAGILE." Do not spray the drive with cleaning products. Refer to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. When the battery is sufficiently charged before handling drives. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. CAUTION...: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of the drive. Handle a drive carefully; Avoid exposing a drive to vibration. The write process is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to the following cautions before writing to...
...the package "FRAGILE." Do not spray the drive with cleaning products. Refer to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. When the battery is sufficiently charged before handling drives. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. CAUTION...: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of the drive. Handle a drive carefully; Avoid exposing a drive to vibration. The write process is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to the following cautions before writing to...
Drives - Windows 7
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... you want to be able to free up disk space After data is recorded, it cannot be updated frequently. NOTE: The optical drive on your hard drive to erase or write over data that must be erased or written over . Typical uses include the following : ● Distributing large... 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 store digital data, are ...
... you want to be able to free up disk space After data is recorded, it cannot be updated frequently. NOTE: The optical drive on your hard drive to erase or write over data that must be erased or written over . Typical uses include the following : ● Distributing large... 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 store digital data, are ...
Drives - Windows 7
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Save the information to your hard drive, and then burn from your hard drive. 4. NOTE: For details about using . Click Copy at the bottom .... Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a temporary folder on your hard drive to copy into the drive. Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is copied,...a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you created ejects automatically. 8 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or damage to a disc, observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a ...
Save the information to your hard drive, and then burn from your hard drive. 4. NOTE: For details about using . Click Copy at the bottom .... Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a temporary folder on your hard drive to copy into the drive. Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is copied,...a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you created ejects automatically. 8 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or damage to a disc, observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... is the same as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to use. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your hard drive. 2. Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the manufacturer's Web site. Initiate the burning process as directed by the program you can be located ... usually best for creating an MP3 disc is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of disc you burn them to the drive that cannot be changed . Do not use software such as the process for such purposes. Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 9 Right-click Start, click...
... is the same as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to use. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your hard drive. 2. Insert a blank CD or DVD into a folder on the manufacturer's Web site. Initiate the burning process as directed by the program you can be located ... usually best for creating an MP3 disc is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of disc you burn them to the drive that cannot be changed . Do not use software such as the process for such purposes. Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 9 Right-click Start, click...
Drives - Windows 7
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... and accessing information. Connect the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and...
... and accessing information. Connect the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and...
Drives - Windows 7
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... Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run more efficiently. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the...
... Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run more efficiently. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the...
Drives - Windows 7
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.... Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Save ...your work. 2. 5 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer. 7. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. To...
.... Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Save ...your work. 2. 5 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer. 7. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. To...
Drives - Windows 7
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Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer (2). 9. To install a hard drive: 1. Insert the hard drive into place. 14 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard drive to disconnect the hard drive. 11. Pull the hard drive tab to the left (2) to the computer (1). 10. 8. Pull the hard drive tab (2) to the right until the hard drive snaps into the hard drive bay (1). 2.
Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer (2). 9. To install a hard drive: 1. Insert the hard drive into place. 14 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard drive to disconnect the hard drive. 11. Pull the hard drive tab to the left (2) to the computer (1). 10. 8. Pull the hard drive tab (2) to the right until the hard drive snaps into the hard drive bay (1). 2.
Drives - Windows 7
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Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 5. Close the cover (2). 6. Tighten the 4 hard drive cover screws (3). 15 Replace the 4 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. 3.
Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 5. Close the cover (2). 6. Tighten the 4 hard drive cover screws (3). 15 Replace the 4 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer (3). 4. 3.