Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...USB devices, peripherals and do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for technical assistance. Check AC adapter wiring and power connection to blink or glow, and listen ... not glow, display is black, computer does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. HP Notebook PCs - Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to the notebook. Perform a Hard...
...USB devices, peripherals and do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for technical assistance. Check AC adapter wiring and power connection to blink or glow, and listen ... not glow, display is black, computer does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. HP Notebook PCs - Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to the notebook. Perform a Hard...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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Top 5 Lights Component (1) (2) (3) Caps lock light Mute light Wireless light Description ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, a wireless wide-area network (WWAN) device, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Top 5 Lights Component (1) (2) (3) Caps lock light Mute light Wireless light Description ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, a wireless wide-area network (WWAN) device, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Getting Started - Windows 7
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Front Component (1) Vents (2) (2) Speaker Description Enable airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Produces sound. Front 7 It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Front Component (1) Vents (2) (2) Speaker Description Enable airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Produces sound. Front 7 It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... Start > All Programs > Arcsoft WebCam Companion 3 > WebCam Companion 3.exe. These notices are not visible from obstructions. Records sound. *The antennas are located in use the webcam: ● Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Media Suite > HP Camera. (5) Internal microphone - Records video and captures still photographs. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section...
... Start > All Programs > Arcsoft WebCam Companion 3 > WebCam Companion 3.exe. These notices are not visible from obstructions. Records sound. *The antennas are located in use the webcam: ● Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Media Suite > HP Camera. (5) Internal microphone - Records video and captures still photographs. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must also be set up. 24 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f8 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
... establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must also be set up. 24 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f8 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
HP Mini 110 and Compaq Mini CQ10 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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NOTE: Wireless devices are enabled at the factory. ● Off: All wireless devices are off . ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/ or a Bluetooth device, is on . Top components 7 On: Speaker sound is off . Lights Item Component (1) Caps lock light (2) Mute light (3) Wireless light Description On: Caps lock is on .
NOTE: Wireless devices are enabled at the factory. ● Off: All wireless devices are off . ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/ or a Bluetooth device, is on . Top components 7 On: Speaker sound is off . Lights Item Component (1) Caps lock light (2) Mute light (3) Wireless light Description On: Caps lock is on .
HP Mini 110 and Compaq Mini CQ10 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Item Component (1) Vents (2) (2) Speaker Description Enable airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Front components 9 It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Produces sound.
Item Component (1) Vents (2) (2) Speaker Description Enable airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Front components 9 It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Produces sound.
HP Mini 110 and Compaq Mini CQ10 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... and captures still photographs. (5) Internal microphone To use the webcam in Help and Support. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification Records sound. *The antennas are located in Windows, select Start > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the computer. These notices are not visible from obstructions.
... and captures still photographs. (5) Internal microphone To use the webcam in Help and Support. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification Records sound. *The antennas are located in Windows, select Start > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the computer. These notices are not visible from obstructions.
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... of Windows® Mobility Center. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > HP Wireless Assistant. 2. Select Start > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager. Click the wireless icon in the Wireless Assistant tile, which is located in Windows Mobility ... connect the computer to the Wireless Assistant software Help: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Windows Mobility Center. 2. Click Properties. 3. Using HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) to turn wireless devices on or off A wireless device can be turned...
... of Windows® Mobility Center. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > HP Wireless Assistant. 2. Select Start > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager. Click the wireless icon in the Wireless Assistant tile, which is located in Windows Mobility ... connect the computer to the Wireless Assistant software Help: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Windows Mobility Center. 2. Click Properties. 3. Using HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) to turn wireless devices on or off A wireless device can be turned...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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Audio Your computer provides a variety of audio-related opportunities: ● Play music. ● Record sound. ● Download music from the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations. ● Transmit sound and images with the fn key) ● Media action keys Refer to the Getting Started guide for information about your computer's media activity controls. Adjusting...
Audio Your computer provides a variety of audio-related opportunities: ● Play music. ● Record sound. ● Download music from the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations. ● Transmit sound and images with the fn key) ● Media action keys Refer to the Getting Started guide for information about your computer's media activity controls. Adjusting...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... before putting on your computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise. NOTE: Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs. NOTE: Refer ... microphone. Audio 15 To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. WARNING! Checking audio functions on the computer Windows 7 To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start >...
... before putting on your computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise. NOTE: Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs. NOTE: Refer ... microphone. Audio 15 To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. WARNING! Checking audio functions on the computer Windows 7 To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start >...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... information and close all programs associated with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Hold the card label-side up, with the digital card. 2. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of the taskbar. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of data or an unresponsive system...
... information and close all programs associated with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Hold the card label-side up, with the digital card. 2. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of the taskbar. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of data or an unresponsive system...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Using PC Cards (select models only) 31 You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of the slot (2). NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when it is in the notification area lets you can insert... a PC Card: 1. The insert must be displayed. To insert a PC Card: 1. Press the PC Card eject button (1). ...
... label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Using PC Cards (select models only) 31 You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of the slot (2). NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when it is in the notification area lets you can insert... a PC Card: 1. The insert must be displayed. To insert a PC Card: 1. Press the PC Card eject button (1). ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... ExpressCard slot may be displayed. Pull the insert out of damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options may contain a protective insert. Insert the card into an ExpressCard slot. Using ExpressCards... (select models only) 33 Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in use . To remove the insert: 1. NOTE: The first time you know that the ...
... ExpressCard slot may be displayed. Pull the insert out of damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options may contain a protective insert. Insert the card into an ExpressCard slot. Using ExpressCards... (select models only) 33 Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in use . To remove the insert: 1. NOTE: The first time you know that the ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a ...
▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. For more information about device-specific software, refer to remove the 1394 device. 1. Click the remove hardware icon in ...
Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. For more information about device-specific software, refer to remove the 1394 device. 1. Click the remove hardware icon in ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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..., do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
..., do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... a drive is parked, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Windows Mobility Center: ● If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is enabled, a green check mark is superimposed over the hard drive icon. ● If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is disabled, a red X is superimposed over ...Hard Drive Protection software can be unable to initiate Hibernation. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer changes color to show the most up-...
... a drive is parked, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Windows Mobility Center: ● If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is enabled, a green check mark is superimposed over the hard drive icon. ● If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is disabled, a red X is superimposed over ...Hard Drive Protection software can be unable to initiate Hibernation. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer changes color to show the most up-...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Chapter 6 Drives In Mobility Center, click the hard drive icon to change settings, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. To open the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection window. - NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. or - Using optical drives (select models only...
... Chapter 6 Drives In Mobility Center, click the hard drive icon to change settings, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. To open the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection window. - NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. or - Using optical drives (select models only...