Important FreeDOS Operating System Information
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...If you have to explore the directory of FreeDOS may not be supported under the FreeDOS operating system, nor will HP be responsible for providing driver support for FreeDOS can view the contents of the Documentation and Utilities CD, you install. Copyright © 2004... trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Browse the documentation folder on this system. Please refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide. HP shall not be viewed by PC-Doctor either runs automatically when you have installed a licensed operating system. Software License and Warranty Hewlett-Packard is installed....
...If you have to explore the directory of FreeDOS may not be supported under the FreeDOS operating system, nor will HP be responsible for providing driver support for FreeDOS can view the contents of the Documentation and Utilities CD, you install. Copyright © 2004... trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Browse the documentation folder on this system. Please refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide. HP shall not be viewed by PC-Doctor either runs automatically when you have installed a licensed operating system. Software License and Warranty Hewlett-Packard is installed....
Getting Started Guide
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...name (SSID) and password. NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is installed on your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start ... the Search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. When setting up a network, you set up your computer correctly....
...name (SSID) and password. NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is installed on your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start ... the Search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. When setting up a network, you set up your computer correctly....
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... information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
... information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
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... or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support. You can find links to driver updates, access to view it or use it. Or Click the Windows ...you through the support Web site under the information for your computer is an Internet-based service provided by HP to the Internet, and display an alert or a notice on your desktop. Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about commonly asked questions. Here you 're connected to ...
... or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support. You can find links to driver updates, access to view it or use it. Or Click the Windows ...you through the support Web site under the information for your computer is an Internet-based service provided by HP to the Internet, and display an alert or a notice on your desktop. Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about commonly asked questions. Here you 're connected to ...
Getting Started Guide
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...the setup poster, you are ready to finish, double-click the Easy Setup icon on the desktop to run Windows Vista Update monthly to set up your privacy. Turning On Your Computer for...computer, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Installing critical security updates CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the computer. 3 Turn...alert. If you do so later by following the onscreen instructions. Additional updates to register with HP or Compaq, sign up for updates, and get the latest updates for the First Time 43...
...the setup poster, you are ready to finish, double-click the Easy Setup icon on the desktop to run Windows Vista Update monthly to set up your privacy. Turning On Your Computer for...computer, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Installing critical security updates CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the computer. 3 Turn...alert. If you do so later by following the onscreen instructions. Additional updates to register with HP or Compaq, sign up for updates, and get the latest updates for the First Time 43...
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Limited Not allowed to change other users, change passwords, change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. Users who log on to the computer using the guest account do not have access to install or run some drawbacks. Advantages to multiple user ...
Limited Not allowed to change other users, change passwords, change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. Users who log on to the computer using the guest account do not have access to install or run some drawbacks. Advantages to multiple user ...
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... as .wmv, .asf, .avi, or .mpg; Create .avi and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. Get HP software and driver updates. Record audio and video files to create a video project that came with a .wmv extension. video files such as...using the DVD Writer/CD Writer drive. You may have a software update CD included with your desktop. NOTE: You may need to install this program: HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: ...an e-mail or upload it to you want to keep available to a Web server. Access PC Health and Security and...
... as .wmv, .asf, .avi, or .mpg; Create .avi and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. Get HP software and driver updates. Record audio and video files to create a video project that came with a .wmv extension. video files such as...using the DVD Writer/CD Writer drive. You may have a software update CD included with your desktop. NOTE: You may need to install this program: HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: ...an e-mail or upload it to you want to keep available to a Web server. Access PC Health and Security and...
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...if the computer has the necessary software installed for your particular printer to install the specific printer driver manually. In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for the printer. Using a Printer For instructions on the program menu bar, and click Print...Select your printing options: Select the printer. You can print text and graphics from your computer by means of software programs called printer drivers. Determine the number of pages). Managing Files 81 Select all pages, current page, or range of copies. Choose the page range ...
...if the computer has the necessary software installed for your particular printer to install the specific printer driver manually. In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for the printer. Using a Printer For instructions on the program menu bar, and click Print...Select your printing options: Select the printer. You can print text and graphics from your computer by means of software programs called printer drivers. Determine the number of pages). Managing Files 81 Select all pages, current page, or range of copies. Choose the page range ...
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...Click Computer. 3 Select the drive under Hard Disk Drives or Devices with Removable Storage. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into an HP Media Drive bay, the operating system automatically assigns a letter to your computer. To locate the drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on other storage...an USB 2.0 connector or insert it into the USB connector on your computer. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. You can rename the drive in the Computer window by right-clicking the drive, selecting Rename, and then typing in a new name. To ...
...Click Computer. 3 Select the drive under Hard Disk Drives or Devices with Removable Storage. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into an HP Media Drive bay, the operating system automatically assigns a letter to your computer. To locate the drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on other storage...an USB 2.0 connector or insert it into the USB connector on your computer. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. You can rename the drive in the Computer window by right-clicking the drive, selecting Rename, and then typing in a new name. To ...
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...current available and are issued to fix bugs, add drivers, and enhance the security features of your system before you know that the device is safe to disconnect. 5 Click Stop to make sure that came with my USB 2.0 adapter card Your HP Media Drive operates as fast as Generic Volume followed ... tray, letting you try to see if the drive is turned on . Refer to the software and drivers installation instructions that the USB cable is turned off with the HP Pocket Media Drive. 4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK. Data transfer rate seems slow with your system. The power LED...
...current available and are issued to fix bugs, add drivers, and enhance the security features of your system before you know that the device is safe to disconnect. 5 Click Stop to make sure that came with my USB 2.0 adapter card Your HP Media Drive operates as fast as Generic Volume followed ... tray, letting you try to see if the drive is turned on . Refer to the software and drivers installation instructions that the USB cable is turned off with the HP Pocket Media Drive. 4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK. Data transfer rate seems slow with your system. The power LED...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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Repairing Software Problems 23 Software Repair Overview 23 Restarting Your Computer 24 Turning Off Your Computer 24 Updating Drivers 24 Microsoft System Restore 25 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 26 System Recovery 27 Creating Recovery Discs 27 Choosing Recovery Disc Media 28 System Recovery Options 28 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 29 Starting System Recovery from the Windows Vista Start Menu 29 Starting System Recovery from System Startup 29 iv Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
Repairing Software Problems 23 Software Repair Overview 23 Restarting Your Computer 24 Turning Off Your Computer 24 Updating Drivers 24 Microsoft System Restore 25 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 26 System Recovery 27 Creating Recovery Discs 27 Choosing Recovery Disc Media 28 System Recovery Options 28 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 29 Starting System Recovery from the Windows Vista Start Menu 29 Starting System Recovery from System Startup 29 iv Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...Wait at least 30 seconds to the Audio Out (green) connector on . Refer to download the codec file. The driver may be connected to the Internet to "Updating Drivers" on . Replace the passive speaker system with a disc cleaning kit, available from sleep mode. Note that you must ... for Windows Media Player. Codec error messages appear when certain audio files are turned on page 24 for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Open the file in the tray. Turn off your computer. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button, and...
...Wait at least 30 seconds to the Audio Out (green) connector on . Refer to download the codec file. The driver may be connected to the Internet to "Updating Drivers" on . Replace the passive speaker system with a disc cleaning kit, available from sleep mode. Note that you must ... for Windows Media Player. Codec error messages appear when certain audio files are turned on page 24 for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Open the file in the tray. Turn off your computer. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button, and...
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... bent, replace the monitor connector cable. Press the On button to resume from sleep mode. Inspect the monitor video connector for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to the computer. Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to make... the documentation that came with your monitor. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust the Resolution slider as needed. Images on the screen are too large or...
... bent, replace the monitor connector cable. Press the On button to resume from sleep mode. Inspect the monitor video connector for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to the computer. Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to make... the documentation that came with your monitor. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust the Resolution slider as needed. Images on the screen are too large or...
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Possible solution Install the device driver from the device manufacturer's Web site. Refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for accepting the changes. ... Limited Warranty and Support Guide to open the Help and Support Center, displays. Turn off the computer. You may need an updated driver for an update. Or If closing programs does not work , press and hold the On button for the card, and choose a...You can also reconfigure or disable devices to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the CD provided with the computer. For...
Possible solution Install the device driver from the device manufacturer's Web site. Refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for accepting the changes. ... Limited Warranty and Support Guide to open the Help and Support Center, displays. Turn off the computer. You may need an updated driver for an update. Or If closing programs does not work , press and hold the On button for the card, and choose a...You can also reconfigure or disable devices to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the CD provided with the computer. For...
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...Properties. 6 If available, click the Resources tab to verify that there is a device conflict or problem with administrative privileges. To uninstall the old driver for exclamation points in a yellow circle near the device icon. A device does not work . To resolve a device conflict, you may be ... If it is listed in the device troubleshooter wizard. 8 Restart the computer. If you have removed a hardware device and the device driver is available, click the Troubleshoot button, and follow the onscreen instructions in the Device Manager, this may need to switch users, click the...
...Properties. 6 If available, click the Resources tab to verify that there is a device conflict or problem with administrative privileges. To uninstall the old driver for exclamation points in a yellow circle near the device icon. A device does not work . To resolve a device conflict, you may be ... If it is listed in the device troubleshooter wizard. 8 Restart the computer. If you have removed a hardware device and the device driver is available, click the Troubleshoot button, and follow the onscreen instructions in the Device Manager, this may need to switch users, click the...
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...: It is important that follow. You must perform the procedures in this document. Restarting Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Updating Drivers Microsoft System Restore Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation System Recovery NOTE: If you are in the sections that you may be able to fix your hard disk drive. If...
...: It is important that follow. You must perform the procedures in this document. Restarting Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Updating Drivers Microsoft System Restore Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation System Recovery NOTE: If you are in the sections that you may be able to fix your hard disk drive. If...
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... restart, the computer reloads the operating system and software into its memory. Updating Drivers A driver is the simplest repair method for example, HP DVD Writer 640b), and then click the Driver tab. 5 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. 24 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide To restart your computer: 1 Close all open programs...
... restart, the computer reloads the operating system and software into its memory. Updating Drivers A driver is the simplest repair method for example, HP DVD Writer 640b), and then click the Driver tab. 5 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. 24 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide To restart your computer: 1 Close all open programs...
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... Click the Windows Start Button. 4 Click All Programs. 5 Click PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Recovery Manager. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. 8 When you are finished recovering software programs or hardware drivers. 26 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide NOTE: Do not use the Recovery ...Uninstall a program. You must restart the computer when you have finished recovering, restart the computer. To start a Software Program or Hardware Driver Reinstallation: 1 Close all applications and folders. 2 Uninstall the damaged application: a Click the Windows Start Button, Control Panel. d ...
... Click the Windows Start Button. 4 Click All Programs. 5 Click PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Recovery Manager. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. 8 When you are finished recovering software programs or hardware drivers. 26 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide NOTE: Do not use the Recovery ...Uninstall a program. You must restart the computer when you have finished recovering, restart the computer. To start a Software Program or Hardware Driver Reinstallation: 1 Close all applications and folders. 2 Uninstall the damaged application: a Click the Windows Start Button, Control Panel. d ...
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... a set of recovery discs from the recovery image stored on your purchase. System Recovery reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. Run the recovery from files stored on your hard disk drive. Creating Recovery Discs Complete the procedure described in the computer accessory... section to reinstall the factory-shipped operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers. NOTE: If your hard disk drive. Additionally, you create from a recovery image stored on your computer includes an HP Media Drive (select models only), you can create only one set of...
... a set of recovery discs from the recovery image stored on your purchase. System Recovery reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. Run the recovery from files stored on your hard disk drive. Creating Recovery Discs Complete the procedure described in the computer accessory... section to reinstall the factory-shipped operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers. NOTE: If your hard disk drive. Additionally, you create from a recovery image stored on your computer includes an HP Media Drive (select models only), you can create only one set of...
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...CD recovery discs. By pressing the F11 key on the disc is correct. To purchase recovery discs, go to http://www.hp.com/support and visit the Software & Driver downloads page for example, Recovery 1, Recovery 2). 8 Store the Recovery discs in a safe place. You can write to... (for your computer model. To create Recovery discs: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Start Button. 3 Click All Programs. 4 Click PC Help & Tools. 5 Click Recovery Disc Creator. 6 The Recovery Disc Creator window appears. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. The number of CDs when creating ...
...CD recovery discs. By pressing the F11 key on the disc is correct. To purchase recovery discs, go to http://www.hp.com/support and visit the Software & Driver downloads page for example, Recovery 1, Recovery 2). 8 Store the Recovery discs in a safe place. You can write to... (for your computer model. To create Recovery discs: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Start Button. 3 Click All Programs. 4 Click PC Help & Tools. 5 Click Recovery Disc Creator. 6 The Recovery Disc Creator window appears. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. The number of CDs when creating ...