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HP G72 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. and performing computer disassembly procedures. troubleshooting computer problems; It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts;
HP G72 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. and performing computer disassembly procedures. troubleshooting computer problems; It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts;
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1 Product description Category Product Name Processors Chipset Graphics ENWW Description HP G72 Notebook PC Intel® Arrandale™ i5-540M Processor (2.53 GHz, 3 MB total L3 cache, 1066 MHz)-Dual core 35 W Intel Arrandale i5-520M Processor (2.4 GHz, 3 ... x 4 PCs) (for model 1.2 only) ATi Robson XT (ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD6370) with 1GB of dedicated video memory (128Mx16 DDR3 800MHz x 4 PCs) (for model 1.2 only) HP G72 Discrete √ √ HP G72 UMA 1
1 Product description Category Product Name Processors Chipset Graphics ENWW Description HP G72 Notebook PC Intel® Arrandale™ i5-540M Processor (2.53 GHz, 3 MB total L3 cache, 1066 MHz)-Dual core 35 W Intel Arrandale i5-520M Processor (2.4 GHz, 3 ... x 4 PCs) (for model 1.2 only) ATi Robson XT (ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD6370) with 1GB of dedicated video memory (128Mx16 DDR3 800MHz x 4 PCs) (for model 1.2 only) HP G72 Discrete √ √ HP G72 UMA 1
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... diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● 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...
... diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● 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...
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... 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 fn key and left...
... 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 fn key and left...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... herein is committed to reducing the environmental impact of our products. Windows Users Looking for more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to the user guides are on your computer. Subscription Services for technical or editorial errors...You can find them on the Web. Part number: 597893-001 User Guides HP is subject to date with your computer. Sign up to change without notice. Nothing herein should be liable for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on your computer ...
... herein is committed to reducing the environmental impact of our products. Windows Users Looking for more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to the user guides are on your computer. Subscription Services for technical or editorial errors...You can find them on the Web. Part number: 597893-001 User Guides HP is subject to date with your computer. Sign up to change without notice. Nothing herein should be liable for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on your computer ...
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... warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support 1 Finding the user guides 1 Identifying installed software and hardware 1 Chapter 2: What's next...
... warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support 1 Finding the user guides 1 Identifying installed software and hardware 1 Chapter 2: What's next...
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Contents Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 19 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 25 Index iv Notebook Essentials
Contents Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 19 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 25 Index iv Notebook Essentials
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... guides for select models may be provided on the computer. You can access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 1 Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on the computer, follow these topics: ■ Information about using software...
... guides for select models may be provided on the computer. You can access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 1 Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on the computer, follow these topics: ■ Information about using software...
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You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. Refer to improve the security of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. You ...
You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. Refer to improve the security of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. You ...
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... of free updates. The recovery discs are used to start up the system and to factory settings in most cases, repair damage they have caused. Notebook Essentials 3 Protecting your system files The operating system and the backup and recovery software provide several ways to back up (boot) the computer and recover...
... of free updates. The recovery discs are used to start up the system and to factory settings in most cases, repair damage they have caused. Notebook Essentials 3 Protecting your system files The operating system and the backup and recovery software provide several ways to back up (boot) the computer and recover...
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... protector. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Surge protectors are commonly available from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. Protecting your location, provide surge protection on the...
... protector. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Surge protectors are commonly available from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. Protecting your location, provide surge protection on the...
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... to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The grounding pin is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To... or rugs or clothing, to your equipment, observe these practices: ■ Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Notebook Essentials 5 Using the computer safely Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Chapter 2: What's next?
... to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The grounding pin is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To... or rugs or clothing, to your equipment, observe these practices: ■ Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Notebook Essentials 5 Using the computer safely Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Chapter 2: What's next?
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... to the Internet Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP). Connecting to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Choosing an ISP You must set up a wireless network" section. ■ Wired-You can access the Internet by your location. The computer includes the...
... to the Internet Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP). Connecting to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Choosing an ISP You must set up a wireless network" section. ■ Wired-You can access the Internet by your location. The computer includes the...
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...: ■ If you already have an account with an ISP. ■ If you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Notebook Essentials 7 Chapter 2: What's next? To access the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard and instructions for using the wizard, click Start, click Help and Support...
...: ■ If you already have an account with an ISP. ■ If you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Notebook Essentials 7 Chapter 2: What's next? To access the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard and instructions for using the wizard, click Start, click Help and Support...
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... to connect your wireless computer to purchase high-speed Internet service and a DSL or cable modem. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Contact a local ISP to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. Chapter 2: What's next?
... to connect your wireless computer to purchase high-speed Internet service and a DSL or cable modem. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Contact a local ISP to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. Chapter 2: What's next?
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... you install the wireless router using the network cable provided with security disabled. The Windows operating system also provides tools to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to help locating the wireless button... or light, refer to the wireless network 1. Select a network. c. If required, enter the security key. Notebook Essentials 9 Be sure that the computer can access the data on . 2. If you set up your network, select Start, click Control Panel, click...
... you install the wireless router using the network cable provided with security disabled. The Windows operating system also provides tools to the Notebook PC User Guide in Help and Support. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to help locating the wireless button... or light, refer to the wireless network 1. Select a network. c. If required, enter the security key. Notebook Essentials 9 Be sure that the computer can access the data on . 2. If you set up your network, select Start, click Control Panel, click...
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... the cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next? Plug the cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. 1. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem...
... the cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next? Plug the cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. 1. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem...
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... instructions. ■ Software on the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. Locating and installing software Software on disc. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 11
... instructions. ■ Software on the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. Locating and installing software Software on disc. Chapter 2: What's next? Notebook Essentials 11
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... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Chapter 2: What's next?
... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Chapter 2: What's next?
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Notebook Essentials 13 Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience ...
Notebook Essentials 13 Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience ...