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... Recovery Manager, you can recover the full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Use these discs to start up your files and folders. Windows 7 To protect...). This feature helps you experience system failure or instability. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as possible after software setup. Therefore, HP recommends downloading the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq, and then extract it in case of a recovery partition...
... Recovery Manager, you can recover the full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Use these discs to start up your files and folders. Windows 7 To protect...). This feature helps you experience system failure or instability. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as possible after software setup. Therefore, HP recommends downloading the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq, and then extract it in case of a recovery partition...
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...the Start button or f11. or - ● Turn on the hard drive, accessed by the manufacturer. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that do not have a recovery partition. Follow the on -screen instructions. 108 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery ENWW Recovering from the dedicated recovery... recovery from the disc provided by pressing either of the screen. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Back up all personal files. 2. Use these features before using this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's...
...the Start button or f11. or - ● Turn on the hard drive, accessed by the manufacturer. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that do not have a recovery partition. Follow the on -screen instructions. 108 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery ENWW Recovering from the dedicated recovery... recovery from the disc provided by pressing either of the screen. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Back up all personal files. 2. Use these features before using this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's...
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.... Linux backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section if SUSE Linux SLED 11 is installed on the computer. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. NOTE: If you are permanently removed. For additional information, see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet,... erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Personal files must be restored from copies. Follow the on the screen. 3.
.... Linux backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section if SUSE Linux SLED 11 is installed on the computer. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. NOTE: If you are permanently removed. For additional information, see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet,... erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Personal files must be restored from copies. Follow the on the screen. 3.
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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...start the program. ■ Preloaded software. Important updates to optional software or external devices. Locating and installing software Software on the manufacturer's Web site. Click the name of programs is displayed. 2. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the on disc. Some ...To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to install the device and any required drivers. Installing additional hardware and software Installing hardware To install additional hardware, such as the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ ...
...start the program. ■ Preloaded software. Important updates to optional software or external devices. Locating and installing software Software on the manufacturer's Web site. Click the name of programs is displayed. 2. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the on disc. Some ...To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to install the device and any required drivers. Installing additional hardware and software Installing hardware To install additional hardware, such as the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ ...
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... provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■ The computer must be connected to AC power during this process. ■ Only one set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery...
... provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■ The computer must be connected to AC power during this process. ■ Only one set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery...
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... 5 power options 14 power specifications 23 power surges 4 power, turning on computer 13 privacy, protecting 4 R recovering a program or driver 17 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 22 recovering from the recovery discs 21 recovery discs 3, 17 Recovery Manager 21 recovery, system 17...5, 23 restore points 19 S safe computing practices 5 Safety & Comfort Guide 5 shipping the computer 25 shutdown procedures 12 Sleep 14 software antivirus 3 identifying 1 installing 11 safeguarding information 17 troubleshooting 14 updating 11 solid-state drive (SSD) 21, 22 specifications altitude 23 ...
... 5 power options 14 power specifications 23 power surges 4 power, turning on computer 13 privacy, protecting 4 R recovering a program or driver 17 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 22 recovering from the recovery discs 21 recovery discs 3, 17 Recovery Manager 21 recovery, system 17...5, 23 restore points 19 S safe computing practices 5 Safety & Comfort Guide 5 shipping the computer 25 shutdown procedures 12 Sleep 14 software antivirus 3 identifying 1 installing 11 safeguarding information 17 troubleshooting 14 updating 11 solid-state drive (SSD) 21, 22 specifications altitude 23 ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... password 94 Power-on password 95 Managing a power-on password 95 Entering a power-on password 95 Using antivirus software ...96 Using firewall software ...96 Installing critical security updates ...97 Installing an optional security cable ...97 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting... Security menu ...101 System Configuration menu 102 Diagnostics menu ...102 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...104 Determining the BIOS version 104 Downloading a BIOS update 105 Updating programs and drivers ...106 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...108 Backing up ...
... password 94 Power-on password 95 Managing a power-on password 95 Entering a power-on password 95 Using antivirus software ...96 Using firewall software ...96 Installing critical security updates ...97 Installing an optional security cable ...97 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting... Security menu ...101 System Configuration menu 102 Diagnostics menu ...102 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...104 Determining the BIOS version 104 Downloading a BIOS update 105 Updating programs and drivers ...106 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...108 Backing up ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls Using the wireless action key The computer has a wireless action key (f12), one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless ... wireless light is white, at the factory, you turn on . Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Because the wireless devices are enabled at least one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all network devices are ...
...these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls Using the wireless action key The computer has a wireless action key (f12), one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless ... wireless light is white, at the factory, you turn on . Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. Because the wireless devices are enabled at least one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all network devices are ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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.... You may be sure that does not connect to the network you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select...may add wireless networking capability to your network connection problem, be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ...
.... You may be sure that does not connect to the network you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select...may add wireless networking capability to your network connection problem, be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ...
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... a regular basis to improve security. Some networks change the corresponding code in your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on both the router and the WLAN device. ...the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network, and if you configure the WLAN, the software driver is displayed. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after you have the current codes to...
... a regular basis to improve security. Some networks change the corresponding code in your web browser, and then go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on both the router and the WLAN device. ...the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network, and if you configure the WLAN, the software driver is displayed. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after you have the current codes to...
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.... 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your computer. Click Install now to install. 7. To do so, restart your device. If prompted to do this, ...then double-click the file to install the updated driver. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. or - Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your hard drive...
.... 5. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the following sections. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your computer. Click Install now to install. 7. To do so, restart your device. If prompted to do this, ...then double-click the file to install the updated driver. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to save all open a window containing additional information. 6. or - Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your hard drive...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...; 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 the computer. 2. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. Using external...
...; 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 the computer. 2. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. Using external...
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.... You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Using a USB device 85 NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. The computer has a USB port which is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the...
.... You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Using a USB device 85 NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. The computer has a USB port which is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the...
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...click Download only to save the file to install. 7. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and ...then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to install the updated...
...click Download only to save the file to install. 7. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and ...then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to install the updated...
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... solid-state drive (SSD), you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works from recovery discs you with the ... that do not have been included for the presence of the window. 107 If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your full factory image if you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure ...
... solid-state drive (SSD), you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works from recovery discs you with the ... that do not have been included for the presence of the window. 107 If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your full factory image if you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure ...
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... warning 72 cord, power 11 corporate WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 57 critical updates, software 97 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 77 Windows drivers 78 Diagnostics menu 102 digital card defined 87 inserting 87 removing 88 stopping 88 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media...
... warning 72 cord, power 11 corporate WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 57 critical updates, software 97 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 77 Windows drivers 78 Diagnostics menu 102 digital card defined 87 inserting 87 removing 88 stopping 88 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media...
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... Setup Utility, passwords set in 93 shutdown 64 shutting down 64 Sleep exiting 48 initiating 48 slots Digital Media 7 security cable 6 software antivirus 96 critical updates 97 Disk Cleanup 80 Disk Defragmenter 80 firewall 96 installing 39 multimedia 39 Windows Media Player 39 Wireless Assistant 15...system recovery 112 system restore points 107, 111 disc play 75 drive and device driver problems 74 DVD movie play 75 external display 76 HP device drivers 77 modem 26 optical disc tray 74 Windows device drivers 78 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 64 U unresponsive system 64...
... Setup Utility, passwords set in 93 shutdown 64 shutting down 64 Sleep exiting 48 initiating 48 slots Digital Media 7 security cable 6 software antivirus 96 critical updates 97 Disk Cleanup 80 Disk Defragmenter 80 firewall 96 installing 39 multimedia 39 Windows Media Player 39 Wireless Assistant 15...system recovery 112 system restore points 107, 111 disc play 75 drive and device driver problems 74 DVD movie play 75 external display 76 HP device drivers 77 modem 26 optical disc tray 74 Windows device drivers 78 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 64 U unresponsive system 64...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...User to Take Document any important data! YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on image and latest firmware for product model installed Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to access the drive Document ... of drive or at minimum back up any error codes related to the drive failure that have occurred during POST or when attempting to OS, Software, or other hardware problems) Page 4 Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Run F2 Quick/Short Diagnostic Test Try reseating drive & check NO for ...
...User to Take Document any important data! YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on image and latest firmware for product model installed Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to access the drive Document ... of drive or at minimum back up any error codes related to the drive failure that have occurred during POST or when attempting to OS, Software, or other hardware problems) Page 4 Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Run F2 Quick/Short Diagnostic Test Try reseating drive & check NO for ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... key. Note: The diagnostics may be aborted at any time by another object, the HP 3D Drive Guard driver receives notifications from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us &objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is...
... key. Note: The diagnostics may be aborted at any time by another object, the HP 3D Drive Guard driver receives notifications from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us &objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is...