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... (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) Network connection light (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Network activity light (7) USB ports (2) (8) Audio-in use. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification ENWW NOTE: Depending on and off during routine operation. Connects an optional USB devices. Produces sound when connected to cool internal components. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On-The hard drive...
... (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) Network connection light (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Network activity light (7) USB ports (2) (8) Audio-in use. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification ENWW NOTE: Depending on and off during routine operation. Connects an optional USB devices. Produces sound when connected to cool internal components. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On-The hard drive...
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...; Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader...
...; Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader...
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... enabled. Then follow the instructions on or restart the computer. 2. Use the keyboard to select File > Save Changes And Exit. Turn on the screen. Before the operating system opens and when the F10=ROM Based Setup message displays in the lower-left corner of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide might not be supported by turning on the screen. ● To save your preferences, use the arrow keys...
... enabled. Then follow the instructions on or restart the computer. 2. Use the keyboard to select File > Save Changes And Exit. Turn on the screen. Before the operating system opens and when the F10=ROM Based Setup message displays in the lower-left corner of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide might not be supported by turning on the screen. ● To save your preferences, use the arrow keys...
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... ● Set the boot order. ◦ 1st boot device-USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device-USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device-USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device-Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device-USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device-Network controller ● Swap the functions of the listed System Configuration options might not be supported by a USB port to the computer. ● Enable/disable BIOS DMA data transfers. ● Enable/disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet. ● Enable/disable data execution prevention. ● Enable/disable LAN power saving mode...
... ● Set the boot order. ◦ 1st boot device-USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device-USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device-USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device-Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device-USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device-Network controller ● Swap the functions of the listed System Configuration options might not be supported by a USB port to the computer. ● Enable/disable BIOS DMA data transfers. ● Enable/disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet. ● Enable/disable data execution prevention. ● Enable/disable LAN power saving mode...
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... computer hardware and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. Select Start > My Computer, or double-click My Computer on the computer. System resources accessible Device Manager are direct memory access (DMA) channels, input/output (I/O) ports, interrupt request (IRQ) lines, and memory addresses. To view resource settings in Device Manager to get a graphical view of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To...
... computer hardware and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. Select Start > My Computer, or double-click My Computer on the computer. System resources accessible Device Manager are direct memory access (DMA) channels, input/output (I/O) ports, interrupt request (IRQ) lines, and memory addresses. To view resource settings in Device Manager to get a graphical view of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To...
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...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 27, 46 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 101 bluetooth module removal 68 spare part number 23, 68 boot options 89, 94 boot order 89, 94 button sound 89 buttons power 8 TouchPad right/left 6 C cables, service considerations 36 camera module removal 72 spare part number 72 camera, product description 2 caps lock light, identifying 7 Card Reader Power Saving 89 changing the language of Setup Utility 85 chipset, product description 1 compartments memory module 13...
...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 27, 46 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 101 bluetooth module removal 68 spare part number 23, 68 boot options 89, 94 boot order 89, 94 button sound 89 buttons power 8 TouchPad right/left 6 C cables, service considerations 36 camera module removal 72 spare part number 72 camera, product description 2 caps lock light, identifying 7 Card Reader Power Saving 89 changing the language of Setup Utility 85 chipset, product description 1 compartments memory module 13...
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... removal 44 hard drive hardware kit, spare part number 28 hard drive self test 89 HDMI 12 HDMI port, pin assignments 114 headphone jack, pin assignments 111 I inverter illustrated 24 J jacks RJ-11 (modem) 11 RJ-45 (network 12 K keyboard product description 3 removal 54 spare part numbers 19, 54 keys esc 9 fn 9 function 9 Windows applications 9 Windows logo 9 L LAN Power Saving 89 language support 89 latch, battery release 13 legacy support, USB 90, 94 light power 7 lights caps lock 7 Digital Media Slot 12 webcam 10 wireless 7 M Main menu...
... removal 44 hard drive hardware kit, spare part number 28 hard drive self test 89 HDMI 12 HDMI port, pin assignments 114 headphone jack, pin assignments 111 I inverter illustrated 24 J jacks RJ-11 (modem) 11 RJ-45 (network 12 K keyboard product description 3 removal 54 spare part numbers 19, 54 keys esc 9 fn 9 function 9 Windows applications 9 Windows logo 9 L LAN Power Saving 89 language support 89 latch, battery release 13 legacy support, USB 90, 94 light power 7 lights caps lock 7 Digital Media Slot 12 webcam 10 wireless 7 M Main menu...
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... 3 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 3 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 4 optical drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 103 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 108 recovering from the recovery discs 108 recovery discs 103, 104 Recovery Manager 103, 107 recovery partition 103 recovery, system 107 removal/replacement preliminaries 35 procedures 40 restore points 107 restoring default settings 87...
... 3 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 3 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 4 optical drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 103 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 108 recovering from the recovery discs 108 recovery discs 103, 104 Recovery Manager 103, 107 recovery partition 103 recovery, system 107 removal/replacement preliminaries 35 procedures 40 restore points 107 restoring default settings 87...
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... external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working as expected: ■ Turn on a hard...
... external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working as expected: ■ Turn on a hard...
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...12, 14 Notebook Essentials environmental specifications 23 external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up access 6 wireless access 6 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 6 Internet Services & Offers 6 K keyboard, cleaning 25 M modem connecting 6 surge protection 4 monitor, external 14...
...12, 14 Notebook Essentials environmental specifications 23 external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up access 6 wireless access 6 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 6 Internet Services & Offers 6 K keyboard, cleaning 25 M modem connecting 6 surge protection 4 monitor, external 14...
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... in (microphone) jack (9) Audio-out (headphone) jack (10) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (11) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connect optional USB devices. Enables airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Produces sound when connected to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Components 7 NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the network. Amber: Data is in use. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick...
... in (microphone) jack (9) Audio-out (headphone) jack (10) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (11) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connect optional USB devices. Enables airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Produces sound when connected to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Components 7 NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the network. Amber: Data is in use. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick...
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...click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to repair. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. See Help and Support for the WLAN device is...
...click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to repair. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. See Help and Support for the WLAN device is...
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... need to press fn and an action key to activate the assigned function (see Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 98). To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your thumb. Rotating 31 Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program. The action key feature is enabled...
... need to press fn and an action key to activate the assigned function (see Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 98). To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your thumb. Rotating 31 Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program. The action key feature is enabled...
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... Download only to use your country or region. 2. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. Try to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. or - Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your device. Open your Internet...
... Download only to use your country or region. 2. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. Try to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. or - Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your device. Open your Internet...
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... disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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 a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using external drives...
... disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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 a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using external drives...
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...; Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. Run a diagnostic test on . Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable Action Key Mode. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is...
...; Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. Run a diagnostic test on . Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable Action Key Mode. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is...
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... the hard drive. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on your computer. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive designation. Using the hard drive path you want to download. 3. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
... the hard drive. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on your computer. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive designation. Using the hard drive path you want to download. 3. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
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... to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Install now to step 6. 3. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. If you may be able to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your computer model number in the...
... to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Install now to step 6. 3. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. If you may be able to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your computer model number in the...
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... Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 102 boot order 102 button sound 102 buttons power 4 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 97 USB 85 calibrating battery 58 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 102 CD burning 73 copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 CD drive 79 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 99 charging batteries 56, 58 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
... Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 102 boot order 102 button sound 102 buttons power 4 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 97 USB 85 calibrating battery 58 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 102 CD burning 73 copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 CD drive 79 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 99 charging batteries 56, 58 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
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...-on password 95 entering an administrator password 94 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 101 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 79 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 112 fan always on 102 firewall 17 firewall software 96 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 107 G graphics modes, switching 63 H hard drive installing 83 removing 81 replacing 81 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 102 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 48 initiated during critical battery...
...-on password 95 entering an administrator password 94 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 101 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 79 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 112 fan always on 102 firewall 17 firewall software 96 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 107 G graphics modes, switching 63 H hard drive installing 83 removing 81 replacing 81 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 102 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 48 initiated during critical battery...