Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... glow, and listen for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, ... If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. If there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for at -a-time If possible, boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Memory Test and Hard Drive Test If all other methods fail, use this...
... glow, and listen for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, ... If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. If there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for at -a-time If possible, boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Memory Test and Hard Drive Test If all other methods fail, use this...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... 5 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...7 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...9 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 9 ...Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 10 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 11 Connecting to ...
... 5 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...7 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...9 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 9 ...Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 10 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 11 Connecting to ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Support. For country- Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on . 1 Introduction This..., select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. or region-specific support, go to the poster for computer users. The poster is also available on your computer, either in this guide,...
... Support. For country- Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on . 1 Introduction This..., select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. or region-specific support, go to the poster for computer users. The poster is also available on your computer, either in this guide,...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable ...; Imaging devices (cameras and printers) ● Audio devices Bluetooth devices provide peer-to the HP Connection Manager software Help. The strength of Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth, and Internet Connection Sharing...
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable ...; Imaging devices (cameras and printers) ● Audio devices Bluetooth devices provide peer-to the HP Connection Manager software Help. The strength of Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth, and Internet Connection Sharing...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. or region-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a ...
... cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. or region-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key) ● Media action keys Refer to the Getting Started guide for information about your computer's media activity...
... may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key) ● Media action keys Refer to the Getting Started guide for information about your computer's media activity...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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HDMI The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port connects the computer to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the external monitor port. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI ... device cable to your Getting Started guide. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the DisplayPort.
HDMI The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port connects the computer to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the external monitor port. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI ... device cable to your Getting Started guide. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the DisplayPort.
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... area, at the far right of the cable to the video device, and then refer to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the HDMI port on your Getting Started guide. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless...
... area, at the far right of the cable to the video device, and then refer to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the HDMI port on your Getting Started guide. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... on power management settings, programs running on battery power. Windows XP 1. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. Finding battery information in Help and Support in the computer whenever the computer is automatically decreased to save battery life. Right-...icon in case of a power outage. For information on AC power. Using battery power 25 When the computer is running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions...
... on power management settings, programs running on battery power. Windows XP 1. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. Finding battery information in Help and Support in the computer whenever the computer is automatically decreased to save battery life. Right-...icon in case of a power outage. For information on AC power. Using battery power 25 When the computer is running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to safely remove the digital card. 1. The PC Card slot supports the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system...
... is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to safely remove the digital card. 1. The PC Card slot supports the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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...) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your operating system. ● Do not install...
...) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your operating system. ● Do not install...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Bus (USB) is used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. For more information about device-specific software, refer to an external device if it out of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to the computer using the smart card PIN...
... Bus (USB) is used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. For more information about device-specific software, refer to an external device if it out of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to the computer using the smart card PIN...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... a hardware interface that the device is recognized by the computer. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. ▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB...
... a hardware interface that the device is recognized by the computer. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. ▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the 1394 port. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow...
... not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the 1394 port. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow...
HP G4 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... in Setup Utility 91 Exiting Setup Utility 91 Updating the BIOS 91 Determining the BIOS version 92 Downloading a BIOS update 92 Using System Diagnostics ...93 6 Specifications ...94 Computer specifications ...94 vi
... in Setup Utility 91 Exiting Setup Utility 91 Updating the BIOS 91 Determining the BIOS version 92 Downloading a BIOS update 92 Using System Diagnostics ...93 6 Specifications ...94 Computer specifications ...94 vi
HP G4 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive specifications 97 DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications 98 7 Backup and recovery ...99 Restore ...99 Creating restore media ...100 Performing a system restore 101 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition (select ...Create a system restore point 105 Restore to a previous date and time 105 8 Power cord set requirements 106 Requirements for all countries 106 Requirements for specific countries and regions 107 9 Recycling ...108 Battery ...108 Display ...108 Index ...114 vii
... Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive specifications 97 DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications 98 7 Backup and recovery ...99 Restore ...99 Creating restore media ...100 Performing a system restore 101 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition (select ...Create a system restore point 105 Restore to a previous date and time 105 8 Power cord set requirements 106 Requirements for all countries 106 Requirements for specific countries and regions 107 9 Recycling ...108 Battery ...108 Display ...108 Index ...114 vii
HP G4 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) (3) Model description (4) Warranty period Function This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier needed . This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Service tag 17 This is unique to determine what components and parts are needed to locate documents, drivers, and...
... Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) (3) Model description (4) Warranty period Function This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier needed . This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Service tag 17 This is unique to determine what components and parts are needed to locate documents, drivers, and...
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... number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are as many as 51 screws that is the alphanumeric identifier needed . This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 40 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures Component...
... number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are as many as 51 screws that is the alphanumeric identifier needed . This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 40 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures Component...
HP G4 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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6 Specifications Computer specifications Dimensions: Width Depth Height (front to back) Weight: Input power Operating voltage and current Temperature Operating (writing to optical disc) Nonoperating Relative humidity Operating Nonoperating ... ft 125 g, 2 ms, half-sine 200 g, 2 ms, half-sine 0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate 94 Chapter 6 Specifications
6 Specifications Computer specifications Dimensions: Width Depth Height (front to back) Weight: Input power Operating voltage and current Temperature Operating (writing to optical disc) Nonoperating Relative humidity Operating Nonoperating ... ft 125 g, 2 ms, half-sine 200 g, 2 ms, half-sine 0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate 94 Chapter 6 Specifications
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The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 14.0-inch, display specifications Dimensions Width Height Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Metric U.S. 31.2 cm 12.28 in 17.6 ...-to-peak, 10 Hz to 16.8 million 200:1 (typical) 200 nits (typical) LED 80 × 25 6.0 W +/-65 horizontal, +/-50° vertical (typical) 14.0-inch, display specifications 95
The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 14.0-inch, display specifications Dimensions Width Height Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Metric U.S. 31.2 cm 12.28 in 17.6 ...-to-peak, 10 Hz to 16.8 million 200:1 (typical) 200 nits (typical) LED 80 × 25 6.0 W +/-65 horizontal, +/-50° vertical (typical) 14.0-inch, display specifications 95