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An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to each product. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide ...
An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to each product. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide ...
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... (5) Model description Description The name affixed to each screw size and location during removal and replacement. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. There are needed. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The duration of the computer. An alphanumeric...
... (5) Model description Description The name affixed to each screw size and location during removal and replacement. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. There are needed. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The duration of the computer. An alphanumeric...
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... drive bay. 46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW If you . 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (2), into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn on page 42). 5. Position the computer upside down with : ● Biscotti computer models ● Matte black computer...
... drive bay. 46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW If you . 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (2), into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn on page 42). 5. Position the computer upside down with : ● Biscotti computer models ● Matte black computer...
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...drive is as complete as possible after software setup. Therefore, HP recommends downloading the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq, and then extract it to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by restoring the ...recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). With 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). NOTE: Computers with the following...
...drive is as complete as possible after software setup. Therefore, HP recommends downloading the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq, and then extract it to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Tools provided by restoring the ...recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). With 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). NOTE: Computers with the following...
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...; Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. - You cannot recover using Recovery Manager. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Try these discs to its own built-in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Back up all personal files. 2. Insert the first recovery disc...
...; Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. - You cannot recover using Recovery Manager. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Try these discs to its own built-in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Back up all personal files. 2. Insert the first recovery disc...
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The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Follow the on the screen. 3. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message appears on -screen instructions. ENWW...
The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Follow the on the screen. 3. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message appears on -screen instructions. ENWW...
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... 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...
... 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...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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...reducing the environmental impact of our products. HP shall not be construed as constituting an ... and learning centers on the Web. Part number: 597893-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. As part of Microsoft Corporation. They...date with your computer. For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications...available on your computer. registered trademarks of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The only warranties ...
...reducing the environmental impact of our products. HP shall not be construed as constituting an ... and learning centers on the Web. Part number: 597893-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. As part of Microsoft Corporation. They...date with your computer. For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications...available on your computer. registered trademarks of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The only warranties ...
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... do so. ✎ For details about using the software provided with the computer, refer to install the device and any required drivers. Locating and installing software Software on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is connected to start the program. ■...; Preloaded software. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the manufacturer's Web site....
... do so. ✎ For details about using the software provided with the computer, refer to install the device and any required drivers. Locating and installing software Software on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is connected to start the program. ■...; Preloaded software. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the manufacturer's Web site....
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... surface. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you suspect that the correct drivers are installed and updated.
... surface. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you suspect that the correct drivers are installed and updated.
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... To create a set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can restore your information and restoring it into ... up your information ■ Creating a set of recovery discs. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools 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 continue the ...
... To create a set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can restore your information and restoring it into ... up your information ■ Creating a set of recovery discs. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools 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 continue the ...
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... 14 P performing a recovery 21 posture 5 power cord 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, 21 regulatory...
... 14 P performing a recovery 21 posture 5 power cord 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, 21 regulatory...
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... a CD, DVD, or BD 72 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 74 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 74 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 74 A disc does not play automatically 75 A DVD ... before completion 76 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 76 A device driver must be reinstalled 76 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 77 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 78 Using external drives ...79 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk Defragmenter 80 Using Disk Cleanup ...
... a CD, DVD, or BD 72 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 74 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 74 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 74 A disc does not play automatically 75 A DVD ... before completion 76 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 76 A device driver must be reinstalled 76 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 77 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 78 Using external drives ...79 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk Defragmenter 80 Using Disk Cleanup ...
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... 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 your information ...109 Using Windows Backup and Restore 110 Using system restore points 111...
... 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 your information ...109 Using Windows Backup and Restore 110 Using system restore points 111...
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...when you can use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are disabled in your computer... using these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls...
...when you can use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are disabled in your computer... using these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls...
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... has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not listed in the feature list on the side of the original computer package, you may include the term wireless... is a network icon in this chapter to use. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
... has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not listed in the feature list on the side of the original computer package, you may include the term wireless... is a network icon in this chapter to use. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
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... by security. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. You must have previously connected to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. You must change the SSID or network keys used in the search box. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > Network ...and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. The driver must be displayed. Click the option for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web...
... by security. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. You must have previously connected to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. You must change the SSID or network keys used in the search box. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > Network ...and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. The driver must be displayed. Click the option for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web...
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... or alarm, and then click the Test button. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. To check the record functions of the computer... Recorder. 2. Save the file to use the device. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the correct jack on your desktop. 3. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on the computer. ● Be sure that use a variety of personal injury, adjust the volume before ...
... or alarm, and then click the Test button. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. To check the record functions of the computer... Recorder. 2. Save the file to use the device. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the correct jack on your desktop. 3. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on the computer. ● Be sure that use a variety of personal injury, adjust the volume before ...
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... carefully as you remove it stops. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel...
... carefully as you remove it stops. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel...
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... following suggestions: ◦ Log off the Internet. ◦ Change the color properties of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A CD, DVD, or BD should now start automatically when it . 4.
... following suggestions: ◦ Log off the Internet. ◦ Change the color properties of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A CD, DVD, or BD should now start automatically when it . 4.