End User License Agreement
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... and international treaty provisions. Recovery Solution. This EULA is automatically terminated. entirely by HP as eligible for the upgrade. Any software recovery solution provided with /for which the recovery solution was originally purchased. UPGRADES. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to the transfer, the end user receiving the transferred product must...
... and international treaty provisions. Recovery Solution. This EULA is automatically terminated. entirely by HP as eligible for the upgrade. Any software recovery solution provided with /for which the recovery solution was originally purchased. UPGRADES. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to the transfer, the end user receiving the transferred product must...
Security - Windows Vista
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... password 4 Entering an administrator password 4 Power-on password ...4 Managing a power-on password 4 Entering a power-on password 5 3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing an optional security cable 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Locating the fingerprint reader ...11 Registering fingerprints ...12 Using your registered fingerprint to...
... password 4 Entering an administrator password 4 Power-on password ...4 Managing a power-on password 4 Entering a power-on password 5 3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing an optional security cable 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Locating the fingerprint reader ...11 Registering fingerprints ...12 Using your registered fingerprint to...
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...Power-on password Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the ...computer Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 1 ...
...Power-on password Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the ...computer Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 1 ...
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... software and for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses. 3 Using antivirus software When you use the computer for purchasing extended update service are provided within the program. Norton Internet Security, an antivirus program, is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, antivirus... operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause them , and in Help and Support. 6 Chapter 3 Using antivirus software ENWW The software includes 60 days of free updates.
... software and for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses. 3 Using antivirus software When you use the computer for purchasing extended update service are provided within the program. Norton Internet Security, an antivirus program, is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, antivirus... operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause them , and in Help and Support. 6 Chapter 3 Using antivirus software ENWW The software includes 60 days of free updates.
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... latest software from Microsoft. ● Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Download all critical updates from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 5 Installing critical security updates ENWW You can obtain updates, as you receive an alert. Additional updates to the operating system and other Microsoft...
... latest software from Microsoft. ● Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Download all critical updates from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 5 Installing critical security updates ENWW You can obtain updates, as you receive an alert. Additional updates to the operating system and other Microsoft...
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Index A administrator password entering 4 managing 4 antivirus software 6 C cable, security 9 critical updates, software 8 E entering a power-on password 5 entering an administrator password 4 F fingerprint reader 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7 M managing a power-on password 4 managing an ... set in Windows 3 power-on password entering 5 managing 4 Q QuickLock 3 R registering fingerprints 12 S security features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords set in 3 software antivirus 6 critical updates 8 firewall 7 W Windows, passwords set in 3 14 Index ENWW
Index A administrator password entering 4 managing 4 antivirus software 6 C cable, security 9 critical updates, software 8 E entering a power-on password 5 entering an administrator password 4 F fingerprint reader 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7 M managing a power-on password 4 managing an ... set in Windows 3 power-on password entering 5 managing 4 Q QuickLock 3 R registering fingerprints 12 S security features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords set in 3 software antivirus 6 critical updates 8 firewall 7 W Windows, passwords set in 3 14 Index ENWW
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... . Have this information available when you contact technical support. 3 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may need this information when traveling internationally.
... . Have this information available when you contact technical support. 3 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may need this information when traveling internationally.
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Software Update, Backup, and Recovery User Guide
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery User Guide
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Updating software programs and drivers 4 2 Recovering system information Backing up your information ...6 When to back up ...6 Back up suggestions ...6 Using system restore points ...7 When to create ... ...10 Recovering from the recovery discs 10 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 10 Deleting the recovery partition on the hard drive 11 Updating reinstalled software ...12 Index ...13 ENWW iii
Table of contents 1 Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Updating software programs and drivers 4 2 Recovering system information Backing up your information ...6 When to back up ...6 Back up suggestions ...6 Using system restore points ...7 When to create ... ...10 Recovering from the recovery discs 10 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 10 Deleting the recovery partition on the hard drive 11 Updating reinstalled software ...12 Index ...13 ENWW iii
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to Windows online Help for a system BIOS update by visiting the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. You may be prompted for tasks such as installing applications..., running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Access the updates by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Install the updates. Identify your permission or password for your computer model, product...
... to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to Windows online Help for a system BIOS update by visiting the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. You may be prompted for tasks such as installing applications..., running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Access the updates by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Install the updates. Identify your permission or password for your computer model, product...
Software Update, Backup, and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... selection to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be downloaded. To exit the Setup... installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3.
... selection to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be downloaded. To exit the Setup... installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3.
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... installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS installation begins. 5. ENWW Updating the BIOS 3 Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for ...a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. The hard drive designation is complete. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Double-click your hard drive. If no instructions...
... installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS installation begins. 5. ENWW Updating the BIOS 3 Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for ...a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. The hard drive designation is complete. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Double-click your hard drive. If no instructions...
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... the software you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. 4 Chapter 1 Updating software ENWW You will be downloaded. NOTE After a message on the HP Web site that contains the update. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen to download and follow the instructions on your hard...Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. When the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 6. NOTE Make a note of the path to update. 3. Double-click your hard drive where the software will need to access this path when you want to the location on the screen. Using...
... the software you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. 4 Chapter 1 Updating software ENWW You will be downloaded. NOTE After a message on the HP Web site that contains the update. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen to download and follow the instructions on your hard...Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. When the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 6. NOTE Make a note of the path to update. 3. Double-click your hard drive where the software will need to access this path when you want to the location on the screen. Using...
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To access update links for the operating system and other software provided on your computer: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support. To update optional software, follow the instructions provided by the software manufacturer. Some programs include an update feature you perform a system recovery, connect to the Internet to update all reinstalled software. Updating reinstalled software After you can access from a Help button or menu within the program. 12 Chapter 2 Recovering system information ENWW
To access update links for the operating system and other software provided on your computer: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support. To update optional software, follow the instructions provided by the software manufacturer. Some programs include an update feature you perform a system recovery, connect to the Internet to update all reinstalled software. Updating reinstalled software After you can access from a Help button or menu within the program. 12 Chapter 2 Recovering system information ENWW
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Index B backup 6 BIOS, updating 2 D drivers, reinstalling 9 R recovery discs 8 recovery partition, deleting 11 recovery, system 5, 10 restore points 7 S software reinstalling 9 safeguarding information 5 updating 1, 4, 12 system recovery 5, 10 system restore points 7 U updates, software 1 ENWW Index 13
Index B backup 6 BIOS, updating 2 D drivers, reinstalling 9 R recovery discs 8 recovery partition, deleting 11 recovery, system 5, 10 restore points 7 S software reinstalling 9 safeguarding information 5 updating 1, 4, 12 system recovery 5, 10 system restore points 7 U updates, software 1 ENWW Index 13
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 v
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 v
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... User Account Control feature to Windows Help for more information. 2. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Access the updates on the HP Web site are explained in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To update the software, follow these steps, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file...
... User Account Control feature to Windows Help for more information. 2. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Access the updates on the HP Web site are explained in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To update the software, follow these steps, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file...
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... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to enter Setup" message is selected, BIOS and other identifier. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those...
... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to enter Setup" message is selected, BIOS and other identifier. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those...
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... any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file... hard drive. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS...
... any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file... hard drive. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS...
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...and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on your hard drive that contains the update. 7. Access the page on the screen to find the software you want to install the software. 4. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that has an .exe extension...file that provides software for example, filename.exe). Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. NOTE: Make a note of the path to update. 3. The installation begins. 8. At the download area, select the software you are ready to download and follow these steps: 1. When the download...
...and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on your hard drive that contains the update. 7. Access the page on the screen to find the software you want to install the software. 4. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that has an .exe extension...file that provides software for example, filename.exe). Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. NOTE: Make a note of the path to update. 3. The installation begins. 8. At the download area, select the software you are ready to download and follow these steps: 1. When the download...