Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Recovering system information Creating recovery discs ...2 Backing up your information ...3 When to back up ...3 Backup suggestions ...3 Using system restore points 3 When to create restore points 3 Create a system restore point 4 Restore to a previous date and time 4 Performing a recovery ...5 Recovering from the recovery discs 5 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 5 Index ...6 v
Table of contents Recovering system information Creating recovery discs ...2 Backing up your information ...3 When to back up ...3 Backup suggestions ...3 Using system restore points 3 When to create restore points 3 Create a system restore point 4 Restore to a previous date and time 4 Performing a recovery ...5 Recovering from the recovery discs 5 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 5 Index ...6 v
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Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature ...
Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... back to that point if you back up your information 3 b. c. Using system restore points When you want to reverse subsequent changes made to reset your hard drive at a specific point in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your preferences. To copy the screen and paste it into a word...
... back to that point if you back up your information 3 b. c. Using system restore points When you want to reverse subsequent changes made to reset your hard drive at a specific point in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your preferences. To copy the screen and paste it into a word...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the hard drive. Follow the on the hard drive from the partition on the hard drive You can only recover files that you use Recovery Manager to repair or restore the system if ...you have previously backed up all personal files. 2. Click Advanced Options. 3. Back up . Then select Recovery Manager. Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. HP...
... Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the hard drive. Follow the on the hard drive from the partition on the hard drive You can only recover files that you use Recovery Manager to repair or restore the system if ...you have previously backed up all personal files. 2. Click Advanced Options. 3. Back up . Then select Recovery Manager. Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. HP...
Drives - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Using an optical drive Inserting an optical disc ...5 Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 6 Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 7 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...8 Using Disk Cleanup ...8 5 Replacing the hard drive Index ...12 v
Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Using an optical drive Inserting an optical disc ...5 Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 6 Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 7 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...8 Using Disk Cleanup ...8 5 Replacing the hard drive Index ...12 v
Drives - Windows Vista
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... of your permission or password for more information. 1 1 Identifying installed drives To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer. On models with a secondary hard drive (drive D), the optical drive becomes drive E. The next drive added to Windows online Help for tasks such as a new USB drive, will be prompted for your computer. You may be assigned...
... of your permission or password for more information. 1 1 Identifying installed drives To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer. On models with a secondary hard drive (drive D), the optical drive becomes drive E. The next drive added to Windows online Help for tasks such as a new USB drive, will be prompted for your computer. You may be assigned...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...not damage a drive. 2 Chapter 2 Handling drives Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down through the operating system. If a drive must be handled with cleaning products. The airport security devices that check carry-on the keyboard or move a computer or external hard drive from the drive bay, or ...traveling with magnetic fields include airport walkthrough devices and security wands. do not drop a drive or place items on the computer. Do not use x-rays instead ...
...not damage a drive. 2 Chapter 2 Handling drives Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down through the operating system. If a drive must be handled with cleaning products. The airport security devices that check carry-on the keyboard or move a computer or external hard drive from the drive bay, or ...traveling with magnetic fields include airport walkthrough devices and security wands. do not drop a drive or place items on the computer. Do not use x-rays instead ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...computer to run more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run more information. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the... hard drive for your computer. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. Click Defragment now. Refer to improve the security of your permission or password for more efficiently...
...computer to run more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run more information. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the... hard drive for your computer. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. Click Defragment now. Refer to improve the security of your permission or password for more efficiently...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...computer on by pressing the power button. CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the AC outlet. 5. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the inside...empty or may look slightly different from the illustrations in Hibernation. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. To remove the hard drive: 1. Shut down on , in the Sleep state, or in this chapter. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. The following...
...computer on by pressing the power button. CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the AC outlet. 5. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the inside...empty or may look slightly different from the illustrations in Hibernation. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. To remove the hard drive: 1. Shut down on , in the Sleep state, or in this chapter. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. The following...
Drives - Windows Vista
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With the hard drive bay toward you, loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer. 10 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive 6. Pull the hard drive tab up, and then lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). 9. Remove the battery from the computer. 7.
With the hard drive bay toward you, loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer. 10 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive 6. Pull the hard drive tab up, and then lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). 9. Remove the battery from the computer. 7.
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To install a hard drive: 1. Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 11 Close the cover (2). 4. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 3. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay, and gently press the hard drive down until it snaps into place. 2.
To install a hard drive: 1. Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 11 Close the cover (2). 4. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 3. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay, and gently press the hard drive down until it snaps into place. 2.
Drives - Windows Vista
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... power 7 optical drive 3 S software Disk Cleanup 8 Disk Defragmenter 8 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 9 replacing 9 hard drive installing 11 removing 9 replacing 9 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 8 Disk Defragmenter 8 12 Index Index A airport security devices 2 C CD inserting 5 removing, with power 6 removing, without power 7 CD drive 3 D Disk Cleanup software 8 Disk Defragmenter software 8 disk performance 8 drives caring for 2 hard drive 9, 11 optical drive 3 See also hard drive;
... power 7 optical drive 3 S software Disk Cleanup 8 Disk Defragmenter 8 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 9 replacing 9 hard drive installing 11 removing 9 replacing 9 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 8 Disk Defragmenter 8 12 Index Index A airport security devices 2 C CD inserting 5 removing, with power 6 removing, without power 7 CD drive 3 D Disk Cleanup software 8 Disk Defragmenter software 8 disk performance 8 drives caring for 2 hard drive 9, 11 optical drive 3 See also hard drive;
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...when the play/pause button is pressed. Blinks once when the next/fast forward button is pressed. Lights Component (1) Power lights (2)* (2) Battery light (3) Drive light (4) Caps lock light (5) Media button light (6) DVD button light (7) Previous/rewind light (8) Play/pause light (9) Next/fast forward light (10)... once when the media button is pressed. Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker volume. Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is turned on . Blinks once when the stop button is pressed. ● Blue: Computer sound is being used to increase ...
...when the play/pause button is pressed. Blinks once when the next/fast forward button is pressed. Lights Component (1) Power lights (2)* (2) Battery light (3) Drive light (4) Caps lock light (5) Media button light (6) DVD button light (7) Previous/rewind light (8) Play/pause light (9) Next/fast forward light (10)... once when the media button is pressed. Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker volume. Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is turned on . Blinks once when the stop button is pressed. ● Blue: Computer sound is being used to increase ...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...the computer only on and off during routine operation. Holds the hard drive. 14 Chapter 2 Components ENWW CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. It is normal for the internal fan to block airflow. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface... Enable airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latch (3) Vents (5) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay.
...the computer only on and off during routine operation. Holds the hard drive. 14 Chapter 2 Components ENWW CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. It is normal for the internal fan to block airflow. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface... Enable airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latch (3) Vents (5) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay.
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... power 17 D Digital Media Slot light, identifying 12 Digital Media Slot, identifying 12 display switch, identifying 15 drive light, identifying 3 drives hard drive 14 optical drive 11 DVD button light, identifying 3 DVD button, identifying 5 E esc key, identifying 7 expansion port, identifying ...identifying 11 external monitor port, identifying 12, 13 F fingerprint reader, identifying 5 fn key, identifying 7 function keys, identifying 7 H hard drive bay, identifying 14 HDMI port, identifying 12 I IEEE 1394 port, identifying 12 infrared lens, identifying 8, 9 integrated camera light, identifying...
... power 17 D Digital Media Slot light, identifying 12 Digital Media Slot, identifying 12 display switch, identifying 15 drive light, identifying 3 drives hard drive 14 optical drive 11 DVD button light, identifying 3 DVD button, identifying 5 E esc key, identifying 7 expansion port, identifying ...identifying 11 external monitor port, identifying 12, 13 F fingerprint reader, identifying 5 fn key, identifying 7 function keys, identifying 7 H hard drive bay, identifying 14 HDMI port, identifying 12 I IEEE 1394 port, identifying 12 infrared lens, identifying 8, 9 integrated camera light, identifying...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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... save your changes from LAN" message that is displayed in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. After the Setup Utility closes, the computer restarts in the lower-left corner of the...
... save your changes from LAN" message that is displayed in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. After the Setup Utility closes, the computer restarts in the lower-left corner of the...
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...; USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Enable/disable the processor...
...; USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Enable/disable the processor...
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...sound 6 C changing the Setup Utility language 2 closing the Setup Utility 4 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 F fingerprint reader 1 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 Setup Utility changing the language 2 closing 4 Diagnostics menu...starting 1 System Configuration menu 6 using 2 using advanced features 4 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 H hard drive self test 6 L language support 6 M Main menu 5 N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 R restoring default ...
...sound 6 C changing the Setup Utility language 2 closing the Setup Utility 4 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 F fingerprint reader 1 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 Setup Utility changing the language 2 closing 4 Diagnostics menu...starting 1 System Configuration menu 6 using 2 using advanced features 4 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 H hard drive self test 6 L language support 6 M Main menu 5 N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 R restoring default ...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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...: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. Then use either of the following procedures: ● Press f10, and then follow the instructions...
...: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. Then use either of the following procedures: ● Press f10, and then follow the instructions...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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...Change the Setup Utility language. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus ENWW Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Select the amount of 5 seconds each ...; Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ● USB Floppy ● ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ● Hard drive ● USB Diskette on Key ● USB Hard drive ● Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. NOTE On models with two...
...Change the Setup Utility language. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus ENWW Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Select the amount of 5 seconds each ...; Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ● USB Floppy ● ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ● Hard drive ● USB Diskette on Key ● USB Hard drive ● Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. NOTE On models with two...