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... 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...Symptom 4: Computer may display an error message on a black screen during recovery. If all other start-up problems. Run HP Support Assistant from www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates. Run Windows Update from www.update.microsoft.com for latest Microsoft updates. Run the anti...
... 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...Symptom 4: Computer may display an error message on a black screen during recovery. If all other start-up problems. Run HP Support Assistant from www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates. Run Windows Update from www.update.microsoft.com for latest Microsoft updates. Run the anti...
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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...access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. The poster is also available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. Finding more...including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. NOTE: Some of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information ...
...access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. The poster is also available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. Finding more...including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. NOTE: Some of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... inserting an ExpressCard. To remove the insert: 1. NOTE: If the card does not eject, pull the card out of damage to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it . 28 Chapter 5 External cards and devices CAUTION: To reduce...
... inserting an ExpressCard. To remove the insert: 1. NOTE: If the card does not eject, pull the card out of damage to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it . 28 Chapter 5 External cards and devices CAUTION: To reduce...
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...right of the taskbar, and then follow the on the device. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to the powered USB port on the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the...connected to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the device. 2. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be used with the computer. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Turn on -screen instructions. 3. USB drives include...
...right of the taskbar, and then follow the on the device. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to the powered USB port on the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the...connected to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the device. 2. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be used with the computer. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Turn on -screen instructions. 3. USB drives include...
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...regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your programs and drivers on the screen. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. You can become...the keyboard. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to loosen and remove debris. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the keyboard surface. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard ...
...regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your programs and drivers on the screen. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become trapped beneath the keys. You can become...the keyboard. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to loosen and remove debris. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the keyboard surface. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard ...
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...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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...the computer ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. ● How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backup and recovery... system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. 2 Chapter 1 Welcome or - Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory...
...the computer ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. ● How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backup and recovery... system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. 2 Chapter 1 Welcome or - Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. The battery release latch ... insert the battery: 1. To remove the battery: Inserting or removing the battery 27 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 programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. The battery release latch ... insert the battery: 1. To remove the battery: Inserting or removing the battery 27 Turn the computer upside down on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
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Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers 37 You can also register to download the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to receive automatic update notifications when they become available.
Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers 37 You can also register to download 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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... alphanumeric identifier that is unique to determine what components and parts are needed. ● Warranty period (4). This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This number describes the duration (in the battery bay of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This number...
... alphanumeric identifier that is unique to determine what components and parts are needed. ● Warranty period (4). This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This number describes the duration (in the battery bay of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This number...
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... that is an alphanumeric identifier that you may need when contacting technical support. ● Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This number describes the duration (in 12 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when...
... that is an alphanumeric identifier that you may need when contacting technical support. ● Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This number describes the duration (in 12 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when...
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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 ●...