Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... Update. Note: All programs and data are destroyed during startup or boot Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message. Search www.hp.com for terms in error message. If possible, turn on power, press F10 to enter BIOS mode, do the corrective actions listed under Symptom... usually bypass the error and continue to run the notebook in Safe mode to install an updated BIOS or driver. Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message. Search www.hp.com for terms in error message. If possible, turn on power, press F10 to enter BIOS mode...
... Update. Note: All programs and data are destroyed during startup or boot Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message. Search www.hp.com for terms in error message. If possible, turn on power, press F10 to enter BIOS mode, do the corrective actions listed under Symptom... usually bypass the error and continue to run the notebook in Safe mode to install an updated BIOS or driver. Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message. Search www.hp.com for terms in error message. If possible, turn on power, press F10 to enter BIOS mode...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... 49 Locating the fingerprint reader 49 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the...
... 49 Locating the fingerprint reader 49 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the...
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... is also available on . To access this guide may not be available on . Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. or region-specific support, go to the poster for computer users. It also provides important electrical... information. For country- This guide is included in this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on your computer. To access the...
... is also available on . To access this guide may not be available on . Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. or region-specific support, go to the poster for computer users. It also provides important electrical... information. For country- This guide is included in this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on your computer. To access the...
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... for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to safely remove the digital card. 1. Do not move or transport the...
... for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to safely remove the digital card. 1. Do not move or transport the...
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...of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard...: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information or an unresponsive system, use , refer to a USB port on the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your...
...of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard...: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information or an unresponsive system, use , refer to a USB port on the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your...
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... frequently clean the display with a straw extension can deposit household debris on a regular basis with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on the keyboard surface. You can become available. 50 Chapter 8 Maintenance To reduce the risk of compressed air with a soft damp, lint-free... be used to blow air around on the display. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can also register to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your hands frequently when using the computer. Clean ...
... frequently clean the display with a straw extension can deposit household debris on a regular basis with a damp cloth, and wash your programs and drivers on the keyboard surface. You can become available. 50 Chapter 8 Maintenance To reduce the risk of compressed air with a soft damp, lint-free... be used to blow air around on the display. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can also register to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your hands frequently when using the computer. Clean ...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 29 Removing the hard drive ...29 Installing a hard drive ...31 Adding or replacing memory modules 33 Updating programs and drivers ...37 Routine care ...38 Cleaning the display ...38 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 38 6 Backup and recovery ...39 Restore ...40 Creating restore media ...40 Performing...
... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 29 Removing the hard drive ...29 Installing a hard drive ...31 Adding or replacing memory modules 33 Updating programs and drivers ...37 Routine care ...38 Cleaning the display ...38 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 38 6 Backup and recovery ...39 Restore ...40 Creating restore media ...40 Performing...
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...the hard drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backup and recovery ● How to contact customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● How to maximize battery life Select Start > Help and Support ... Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- or - ● How to protect the computer Select Start > All Programs...
...the hard drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backup and recovery ● How to contact customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● How to maximize battery life Select Start > Help and Support ... Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- or - ● How to protect the computer Select Start > All Programs...
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... latch automatically locks the battery into the battery bay until it is seated. Turn the computer upside down on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. 5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating...
... latch automatically locks the battery into the battery bay until it is seated. Turn the computer upside down on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. 5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating...
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Updating programs and drivers 37 You can also register to download the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to receive automatic update notifications when they become available.
Updating programs and drivers 37 You can also register to download the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to receive automatic update notifications when they become available.
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This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ●... Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 39 6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ●...
This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ●... Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 39 6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ●...
HP Pavilion dm4 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... (4). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number...
... (4). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number...
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... of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3).
... of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of each product. ● Part number/Product number (p/n) (3).
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This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ●...; Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 91 7 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ●...
This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ●...; Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 91 7 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ●...