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... period (5) Model description ENWW Description The name affixed to determine what components and parts are needed. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
... period (5) Model description ENWW Description The name affixed to determine what components and parts are needed. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
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... components and parts are as many as 75 screws, in the battery bay of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Description The name affixed to each screw...
... components and parts are as many as 75 screws, in the battery bay of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Description The name affixed to each screw...
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... connected to the computer. 3. Remove the optical drive: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by the optical disk icon. 3. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (2), into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn on the computer, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Remove the wireless/memory module...
... connected to the computer. 3. Remove the optical drive: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by the optical disk icon. 3. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (2), into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn on the computer, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Remove the wireless/memory module...
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...from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). For details, see "Downloading and extracting the Disaster Recovery utility" later in case of system failure or ... window. In case of a hard drive failure, you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after software setup. This feature helps you cannot use...
...from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). For details, see "Downloading and extracting the Disaster Recovery utility" later in case of system failure or ... window. In case of a hard drive failure, you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after software setup. This feature helps you cannot use...
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.... On some models, you might not have a partition. You cannot recover using Recovery Manager. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Follow the on -screen instructions. 108 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery ENWW Recovering from the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) NOTE: If...
.... On some models, you might not have a partition. You cannot recover using Recovery Manager. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Follow the on -screen instructions. 108 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery ENWW Recovering from the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) NOTE: If...
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...information, back up all personal files. 2. Use the options listed in this section to repair the operating system. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. If possible, back up your important files from copies. Restart the computer, and then press ..., see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the computer. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. Follow ...
...information, back up all personal files. 2. Use the options listed in this section to repair the operating system. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. If possible, back up your important files from copies. Restart the computer, and then press ..., see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the computer. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. Follow ...
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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...
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... impact of Microsoft Corporation. Windows Users Looking for more user guides? Subscription Services for HP products and services are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Nothing herein should be liable for technical or editorial errors or... omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The only warranties for...
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... the disc into your optical drive. 2. To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to install the device and any required drivers. Click Start, click All Programs, click Recovery Manager, and then click Recovery Manager. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software...installed software, refer to the Internet. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. Update the operating system and other software installed on the manufacturer's Web site. Click the name of programs ...
... the disc into your optical drive. 2. To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to install the device and any required drivers. Click Start, click All Programs, click Recovery Manager, and then click Recovery Manager. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Software...installed software, refer to the Internet. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. Update the operating system and other software installed on the manufacturer's Web site. Click the name of programs ...
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... wireless light on a hard, flat surface. An external device is not working as expected, follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure that all vents free from obstructions. ■ Be sure that the cable or...
... wireless light on a hard, flat surface. An external device is not working as expected, follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure that all vents free from obstructions. ■ Be sure that the cable or...
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... power during this process. ■ Only one 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 ■ Creating a set of recovery discs...
... power during this process. ■ Only one 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 ■ Creating a set of recovery discs...
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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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...wireless light and the wireless action key (f12) on . Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless network ...use the wireless action key (f12) to a wired network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on . All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at least one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected ...
...wireless light and the wireless action key (f12) on . Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless network ...use the wireless action key (f12) to a wired network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on . All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at least one or more network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected ...
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...computer package, 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. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. ...network icon in this chapter to use. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is ...
...computer package, 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. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. ...network icon in this chapter to use. Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is ...
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...model number in the search box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the steps below to connect to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. Current network security codes are unavailable If you are active, ... wireless network keys and SSID for a network, and if you have the current codes to make a connection on a secure network. The driver must have previously connected to that you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. You must be...
...model number in the search box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the steps below to connect to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. Current network security codes are unavailable If you are active, ... wireless network keys and SSID for a network, and if you have the current codes to make a connection on a secure network. The driver must have previously connected to that you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. You must be...
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...adjust the volume before putting on the computer. ● Be sure that you to use the device. Click Sound. 4. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the correct .... Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Audio Your computer enables you install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, see...
...adjust the volume before putting on the computer. ● Be sure that you to use the device. Click Sound. 4. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the correct .... Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Audio Your computer enables you install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, see...
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Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer ...
Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer ...
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... media and devices check box is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it is not already selected. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A CD, DVD, or BD should now start automatically when it . 4. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by trying...
... media and devices check box is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it is not already selected. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A CD, DVD, or BD should now start automatically when it . 4. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by trying...