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and performing computer disassembly procedures. HP G72 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. troubleshooting computer problems; It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts;
and performing computer disassembly procedures. HP G72 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. 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 listed System Configuration options...
... 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...
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... and Support. Windows Users Looking for HP products and services are available on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. You can find them on the Web. Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user ... errors or omissions contained herein. Additional support and updates to change without notice. Windows and Windows Vista are on your computer. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. They are U.S. The information contained herein is committed to reducing the environmental ...
... and Support. Windows Users Looking for HP products and services are available on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. You can find them on the Web. Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user ... errors or omissions contained herein. Additional support and updates to change without notice. Windows and Windows Vista are on your computer. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. They are U.S. The information contained herein is committed to reducing the environmental ...
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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
... 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
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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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... steps: » Click Start, and then click All Programs. ✎ Double-click the name of the software that is preinstalled on the manufacturer's Web site. Notebook Essentials 1 Access to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. Identifying installed software and hardware To see a list of a program if you want...
... steps: » Click Start, and then click All Programs. ✎ Double-click the name of the software that is preinstalled on the manufacturer's Web site. Notebook Essentials 1 Access to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. Identifying installed software and hardware To see a list of a program if you want...
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... computer, follow these steps: 1. Chapter 1: Finding information To see a list of the computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials You can also use Device Manager to add hardware or modify device configurations. ✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help...
... computer, follow these steps: 1. Chapter 1: Finding information To see a list of the computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials You can also use Device Manager to add hardware or modify device configurations. ✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help...
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... viruses that you expose it , click Start, click All Programs, and then click Norton Internet Security. For additional information, refer to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." Notebook Essentials 3 Norton Internet Security is recommended that can detect most viruses, destroy them to date. Protecting the computer The information in this section explains how...
... viruses that you expose it , click Start, click All Programs, and then click Norton Internet Security. For additional information, refer to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." Notebook Essentials 3 Norton Internet Security is recommended that can detect most viruses, destroy them to date. Protecting the computer The information in this section explains how...
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... traffic on the computer to a telephone line. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Surge protectors are commonly available from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. To optimize...
... traffic on the computer to a telephone line. Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Surge protectors are commonly available from the power surges that do not meet specific security criteria. To optimize...
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... another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Notebook Essentials 5 Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with some... disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on...
... another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Notebook Essentials 5 Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with some... disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on...
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... by dialing in which you purchased the computer, you to the RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only), or you can use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials
... by dialing in which you purchased the computer, you to the RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only), or you can use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials
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... ISP from the list provided within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to the Internet in any of the taskbar. 2. Notebook Essentials 7 Select a network. 3. Chapter 2: What's next?
... ISP from the list provided within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to the Internet in any of the taskbar. 2. Notebook Essentials 7 Select a network. 3. Chapter 2: What's next?
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... installation that is also called a wireless local area network (WLAN), using a wireless computer. Chapter 2: What's next? As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Contact a local ISP to access the Internet. Setting up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to set up the modem, install a network...
... installation that is also called a wireless local area network (WLAN), using a wireless computer. Chapter 2: What's next? As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials Contact a local ISP to access the Internet. Setting up a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to set up the modem, install a network...
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...wireless light on the wireless function by pressing the wireless button. Then follow the on securing your wireless network for the first time. d. Notebook Essentials 9 If you to set up a new network. Be sure that you install the wireless router using the network cable provided with security... to the wireless network: a. For more information on -screen instructions. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the Notebook PC User Guide in the notification area, at the far right of your new wireless computer to the router by opening your computer to...
...wireless light on the wireless function by pressing the wireless button. Then follow the on securing your wireless network for the first time. d. Notebook Essentials 9 If you to set up a new network. Be sure that you install the wireless router using the network cable provided with security... to the wireless network: a. For more information on -screen instructions. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the Notebook PC User Guide in the notification area, at the far right of your new wireless computer to the router by opening your computer to...
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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? Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the jack 1 on the computer...
... 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? Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the jack 1 on the computer...
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... do so. ✎ For details about using the software provided with the computer, refer to optional software or external devices. Many updates provide security enhancements. Notebook Essentials 11 Installing additional hardware and software Installing hardware To install additional hardware, such as the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled...
... do so. ✎ For details about using the software provided with the computer, refer to optional software or external devices. Many updates provide security enhancements. Notebook Essentials 11 Installing additional hardware and software Installing hardware To install additional hardware, such as the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled...
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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 If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown...
... 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 If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown...
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...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 computer. ■ If the computer is running on when you press the power button, the following suggestions may help you ...fix a problem when the computer is offline. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in this chapter. ■ Access Web site...
...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 computer. ■ If the computer is running on when you press the power button, the following suggestions may help you ...fix a problem when the computer is offline. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in this chapter. ■ Access Web site...