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... very weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Connecting to a local area network ...22 3 Pointing devices and keyboard ...24 Using the TouchPad ...24 Turning the TouchPad on and off 24 Using TouchPad gestures 25 Scrolling ...25 Pinching ...26 Rotating ...26 Setting pointing device preferences 27 Connecting an external mouse...
... very weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Connecting to a local area network ...22 3 Pointing devices and keyboard ...24 Using the TouchPad ...24 Turning the TouchPad on and off 24 Using TouchPad gestures 25 Scrolling ...25 Pinching ...26 Rotating ...26 Setting pointing device preferences 27 Connecting an external mouse...
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... the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off , press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in...
... the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off , press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in...
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...are available, but no network devices are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or ...light and the wireless action key (f12) on the computer. If the wireless light is amber, all wireless network devices are connected to turn on or turn on the computer. Individual wireless devices can use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Indicates that one or more of...
...are available, but no network devices are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you can be controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or ...light and the wireless action key (f12) on the computer. If the wireless light is amber, all wireless network devices are connected to turn on or turn on the computer. Individual wireless devices can use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Indicates that one or more of...
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... Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in notification area. 5. Using HP Wireless Assistant A wireless device can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. NOTE: Enabling or turning on or off using HP Wireless Assistant. For more information, select Start > Help and Support. ..., which is not displayed in Setup Utility before it can be turned on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to change Wireless Assistant properties: 1. For more information, refer to HP Wireless Assistant icon in Windows Mobility Center. 2. Click Properties. ...
... Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in notification area. 5. Using HP Wireless Assistant A wireless device can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. NOTE: Enabling or turning on or off using HP Wireless Assistant. For more information, select Start > Help and Support. ..., which is not displayed in Setup Utility before it can be turned on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to change Wireless Assistant properties: 1. For more information, refer to HP Wireless Assistant icon in Windows Mobility Center. 2. Click Properties. ...
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... the left button on an external mouse. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on at the factory. Turning the TouchPad on and off The TouchPad is turned on the screen. To turn the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad off indicator. 24 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Component...
... the left button on an external mouse. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on at the factory. Turning the TouchPad on and off The TouchPad is turned on the screen. To turn the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad off indicator. 24 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Component...
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... a DVD or a BD. Stops playback. NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connection. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting and links to the clipboard. Turns the wireless feature on both the computer and the monitor. Takes a snapshot or picture of your computer screen and copies it to support specialists. Increases...
... a DVD or a BD. Stops playback. NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connection. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting and links to the clipboard. Turns the wireless feature on both the computer and the monitor. Takes a snapshot or picture of your computer screen and copies it to support specialists. Increases...
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Component (1) Internal microphone Description Records sound. (2) Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs. (3) Webcam light (select models only) Turns on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. WARNING! NOTE: When a device is connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To reduce the risk of personal injury, ...
Component (1) Internal microphone Description Records sound. (2) Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs. (3) Webcam light (select models only) Turns on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. WARNING! NOTE: When a device is connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To reduce the risk of personal injury, ...
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... the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. With CyberLink PowerDVD 8, you can enjoy music and DVD movies. Using CyberLink PowerDVD 8 software CyberLink PowerDVD 8 turns your computer into the optical drive. 2.
... the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. With CyberLink PowerDVD 8, you can enjoy music and DVD movies. Using CyberLink PowerDVD 8 software CyberLink PowerDVD 8 turns your computer into the optical drive. 2.
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... the tray spindle. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can store 50 GB, almost 6 times the capacity of a dual-layer DVD at 4.7 GB. Turn on the computer. 2. A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc can write data to the disc and then add a designer label to avoid touching the flat surfaces...
... the tray spindle. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can store 50 GB, almost 6 times the capacity of a dual-layer DVD at 4.7 GB. Turn on the computer. 2. A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc can write data to the disc and then add a designer label to avoid touching the flat surfaces...
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... computer through the operating system. 3. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. Remove the battery from the computer. 7. Then shut down the computer and...
... computer through the operating system. 3. With the hard drive bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. Remove the battery from the computer. 7. Then shut down the computer and...
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Replace the security screw. 11. 10. Reconnect external power and external devices. 13. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. Optical drive 51 Replace the battery, turn the computer over, and turn on the computer, close the hard drive cover (2), and tighten the hard drive screws (3). 12.
Replace the security screw. 11. 10. Reconnect external power and external devices. 13. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. Optical drive 51 Replace the battery, turn the computer over, and turn on the computer, close the hard drive cover (2), and tighten the hard drive screws (3). 12.
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.... ● Disable Sleep mode before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Be sure that you should now start automatically when it . ● Increase system resources: ◦ Turn off the Internet before playing the disc. In rare cases, you lower system color properties to exit the program and then restart it is not...
.... ● Disable Sleep mode before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Be sure that you should now start automatically when it . ● Increase system resources: ◦ Turn off the Internet before playing the disc. In rare cases, you lower system color properties to exit the program and then restart it is not...
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... and a secondary display. To get information about disc types. ● Be sure that you are using both the computer display and an external display are turned on an external display 1. b. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Select High Color (16 bit), if this guide, go to switch between the 2 ...DVD image will not appear on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed. ● Turn off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that the disc is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ...
... and a secondary display. To get information about disc types. ● Be sure that you are using both the computer display and an external display are turned on an external display 1. b. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Select High Color (16 bit), if this guide, go to switch between the 2 ...DVD image will not appear on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed. ● Turn off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that the disc is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ...
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... reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close...
... reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close...
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When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● ... and maximize computer performance. Using the battery meter The battery meter is set a password to the screen. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the Shut down button...
When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● ... and maximize computer performance. Using the battery meter The battery meter is set a password to the screen. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the Shut down button...
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... to save battery life. If provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by unplugging the power cord from HP. Using external AC power External AC power is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. WARNING! When you connect the computer to external AC...Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2). Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from the computer). Connect the computer to external AC power under any of electric shock or damage to ...
... to save battery life. If provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by unplugging the power cord from HP. Using external AC power External AC power is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. WARNING! When you connect the computer to external AC...Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2). Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from the computer). Connect the computer to external AC power under any of electric shock or damage to ...
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... AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is decreased to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on . ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is plugged into an AC outlet (3). Select Start > Help and ...Support > Get assistance. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on battery power. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on , the AC adapter is not plugged into an AC outlet. 3. When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer...
... AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is decreased to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on . ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is plugged into an AC outlet (3). Select Start > Help and ...Support > Get assistance. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on battery power. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on , the AC adapter is not plugged into an AC outlet. 3. When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer...
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...and then reports the results of the examination. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is off and unplugged from HP. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work and ...Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and other factors. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To run Battery Check: 1. To prevent loss of information, save your work...
...and then reports the results of the examination. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is off and unplugged from HP. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work and ...Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and other factors. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To run Battery Check: 1. To prevent loss of information, save your work...
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... off . 66 Chapter 5 Power management The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into external power through an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. Turn the computer upside down on the computer, insert the battery (1), and then pivot the battery downward (2) into the battery bay. The battery charges whether the...
... off . 66 Chapter 5 Power management The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into external power through an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. Turn the computer upside down on the computer, insert the battery (1), and then pivot the battery downward (2) into the battery bay. The battery charges whether the...
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... of simply charging it. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before turning on battery power. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Using battery power 67 Identifying low...
... of simply charging it. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before turning on battery power. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Using battery power 67 Identifying low...