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... Network activity light (7) USB ports (2) (8) Audio-in use. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification ENWW It is in (microphone) jack (9) Audio-out (headphone) jack (10) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (11) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Enables airflow to cycle on the computer model, the computer might include an HDMI port or a USB port at this location. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory...
... Network activity light (7) USB ports (2) (8) Audio-in use. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification ENWW It is in (microphone) jack (9) Audio-out (headphone) jack (10) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (11) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Enables airflow to cycle on the computer model, the computer might include an HDMI port or a USB port at this location. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory...
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.../disable boot from 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 ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, the computer fan...
.../disable boot from 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 ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, the computer fan...
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... System Configuration menu. 3. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Use the keyboard to select File > Save Changes And Exit. NOTE: An external keyboard connected by the computer. NOTE: Pointing devices are not supported in Linux Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be supported by USB can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is not operating system based, it does not support the TouchPad. Turn on or...
... System Configuration menu. 3. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Use the keyboard to select File > Save Changes And Exit. NOTE: An external keyboard connected by the computer. NOTE: Pointing devices are not supported in Linux Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be supported by USB can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is not operating system based, it does not support the TouchPad. Turn on or...
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... ● Set the 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 might not be supported by a USB port to the computer. ● Enable/disable BIOS DMA data transfers. ● Enable/disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet. ● Enable/disable data execution prevention. ● Enable/disable LAN power saving mode...
... ● Set the 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 might not be supported by a USB port to the computer. ● Enable/disable BIOS DMA data transfers. ● Enable/disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet. ● Enable/disable data execution prevention. ● Enable/disable LAN power saving mode...
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... the View menu, click one of the Computer folder. 3. Select Start > Computer. 2. Only users who have expert knowledge of computer hardware and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. System resource specifications Use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection 102 Chapter 6 Specifications ENWW If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, manually change resource settings.
... the View menu, click one of the Computer folder. 3. Select Start > Computer. 2. Only users who have expert knowledge of computer hardware and hardware configurations should change the resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. System resource specifications Use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection 102 Chapter 6 Specifications ENWW If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, manually change resource settings.
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...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 27, 46 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 101 bluetooth module removal 68 spare part number 23, 68 boot options 89, 94 boot order 89, 94 button sound 89 buttons power 8 TouchPad right/left 6 C cables, service considerations 36 camera module removal 72 spare part number 72 camera, product description 2 caps lock light, identifying 7 Card Reader Power Saving 89 changing the language of Setup Utility 85 chipset, product description 1 compartments memory module 13...
...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 27, 46 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 101 bluetooth module removal 68 spare part number 23, 68 boot options 89, 94 boot order 89, 94 button sound 89 buttons power 8 TouchPad right/left 6 C cables, service considerations 36 camera module removal 72 spare part number 72 camera, product description 2 caps lock light, identifying 7 Card Reader Power Saving 89 changing the language of Setup Utility 85 chipset, product description 1 compartments memory module 13...
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... removal 44 hard drive hardware kit, spare part number 28 hard drive self test 89 HDMI 12 HDMI port, pin assignments 114 headphone jack, pin assignments 111 I inverter illustrated 24 J jacks RJ-11 (modem) 11 RJ-45 (network 12 K keyboard product description 3 removal 54 spare part numbers 19, 54 keys esc 9 fn 9 function 9 Windows applications 9 Windows logo 9 L LAN Power Saving 89 language support 89 latch, battery release 13 legacy support, USB 90, 94 light power 7 lights caps lock 7 Digital Media Slot 12 webcam 10 wireless 7 M Main menu...
... removal 44 hard drive hardware kit, spare part number 28 hard drive self test 89 HDMI 12 HDMI port, pin assignments 114 headphone jack, pin assignments 111 I inverter illustrated 24 J jacks RJ-11 (modem) 11 RJ-45 (network 12 K keyboard product description 3 removal 54 spare part numbers 19, 54 keys esc 9 fn 9 function 9 Windows applications 9 Windows logo 9 L LAN Power Saving 89 language support 89 latch, battery release 13 legacy support, USB 90, 94 light power 7 lights caps lock 7 Digital Media Slot 12 webcam 10 wireless 7 M Main menu...
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... 3 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 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 recovery, system 107 removal/replacement preliminaries 35 procedures 40 restore points 107 restoring default settings 87...
... 3 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 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 recovery, system 107 removal/replacement preliminaries 35 procedures 40 restore points 107 restoring default settings 87...
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... adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems...
... adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected, follow these suggestions: ✎ If you are connecting to a corporate network, contact the IT administrator. ■ Select Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, click Network and Sharing Center, click Troubleshoot problems...
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...12, 14 Notebook Essentials environmental specifications 23 external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up access 6 wireless access 6 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 6 Internet Services & Offers 6 K keyboard, cleaning 25 M modem connecting 6 surge protection 4 monitor, external 14...
...12, 14 Notebook Essentials environmental specifications 23 external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up access 6 wireless access 6 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 6 Internet Services & Offers 6 K keyboard, cleaning 25 M modem connecting 6 surge protection 4 monitor, external 14...
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... to the network. Component (1) External monitor port (2) Vent (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) Network connection light (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Network activity light (7) USB ports (2) (8) Audio-in this section. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is connected to cool internal components and prevent overheating. White: The computer is in use. Connect optional USB devices.
... to the network. Component (1) External monitor port (2) Vent (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) Network connection light (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Network activity light (7) USB ports (2) (8) Audio-in this section. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is connected to cool internal components and prevent overheating. White: The computer is in use. Connect optional USB devices.
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... Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your permission or password for all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. See Help and Support for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability 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 not listed in this chapter to your network connection problem...
... Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your permission or password for all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. See Help and Support for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability 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 not listed in this chapter to your network connection problem...
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... device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to rotate items such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program. The action key feature is enabled at the factory. If you will need to press fn and an action key to activate the assigned function (see Setup Utility (BIOS...
... device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to rotate items such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program. The action key feature is enabled at the factory. If you will need to press fn and an action key to activate the assigned function (see Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... hard drive. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your device. Open your Internet browser, go to use your country or region. 2. or - Click Install now to step 6. 3. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again listed. 7. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter...
... hard drive. Try to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your device. Open your Internet browser, go to use your country or region. 2. or - Click Install now to step 6. 3. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again listed. 7. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any devices requiring drivers. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter...
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... connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. Connect the drive to a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive...
... connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. Connect the drive to a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive...
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... ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on a secondary hard drive. Run a diagnostic test on . Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable the processor state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Run a comprehensive self-test on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self...
... ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on a secondary hard drive. Run a diagnostic test on . Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable the processor state. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Run a comprehensive self-test on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self...
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...). Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by following the instructions on battery power or connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. NOTE: If you want to install the update. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. The system automatically shuts down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Do not download or install a BIOS update...
...). Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by following the instructions on battery power or connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. NOTE: If you want to install the update. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. The system automatically shuts down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Do not download or install a BIOS update...
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... the file to install. 7. Open your web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. 106 Appendix B Software updates After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your operating system. 5. or - If you may be able to your hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the...
... the file to install. 7. Open your web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. 106 Appendix B Software updates After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your operating system. 5. or - If you may be able to your hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the...
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... Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 102 boot order 102 button sound 102 buttons power 4 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 97 USB 85 calibrating battery 58 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 102 CD burning 73 copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 CD drive 79 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 99 charging batteries 56, 58 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
... Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 102 boot order 102 button sound 102 buttons power 4 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 97 USB 85 calibrating battery 58 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 102 CD burning 73 copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 CD drive 79 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 99 charging batteries 56, 58 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
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...-on password 95 entering an administrator password 94 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 101 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 79 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 112 fan always on 102 firewall 17 firewall software 96 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 107 G graphics modes, switching 63 H hard drive installing 83 removing 81 replacing 81 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 102 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 48 initiated during critical battery...
...-on password 95 entering an administrator password 94 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 101 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 79 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 112 fan always on 102 firewall 17 firewall software 96 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 107 G graphics modes, switching 63 H hard drive installing 83 removing 81 replacing 81 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 102 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 48 initiated during critical battery...