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Using TouchPad gestures 19 Scrolling 20 Pinching/Zooming 20 Rotating 21 6 Maintenance ...22 Inserting or removing the battery ...22 Inserting the battery ...22 Removing the battery ...22 Adding or replacing a hard drive ...23 Removing the hard drive ...23 Installing a hard drive ...25 Adding or replacing memory modules 26 7 Backup and recovery ...29 Restore ...29 Creating restore media ...29 Performing a system restore ...31 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only 31 Restoring using the restore media 31 Changing the computer boot order 32 Backing up and ...
Using TouchPad gestures 19 Scrolling 20 Pinching/Zooming 20 Rotating 21 6 Maintenance ...22 Inserting or removing the battery ...22 Inserting the battery ...22 Removing the battery ...22 Adding or replacing a hard drive ...23 Removing the hard drive ...23 Installing a hard drive ...25 Adding or replacing memory modules 26 7 Backup and recovery ...29 Restore ...29 Creating restore media ...29 Performing a system restore ...31 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only 31 Restoring using the restore media 31 Changing the computer boot order 32 Backing up and ...
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... RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB ports (2) (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● MultiMedia Card (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 8 Chapter 2 Getting to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled. NOTE: When a device is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers...
... RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB ports (2) (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● MultiMedia Card (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 8 Chapter 2 Getting to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled. NOTE: When a device is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers...
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The action key feature is in HP QuickWeb, press the key to activate the assigned function. Errors can prevent the computer from the computer using the external VGA video standard. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the "Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics" chapter in Setup Utility. f4 Switches the screen image among other devices that key. Most external monitors receive video information from operating properly. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally...
The action key feature is in HP QuickWeb, press the key to activate the assigned function. Errors can prevent the computer from the computer using the external VGA video standard. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the "Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics" chapter in Setup Utility. f4 Switches the screen image among other devices that key. Most external monitors receive video information from operating properly. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally...
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... an audio CD or a section of the USB ports on the computer. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible. Refer to Getting to customize pointing device settings, button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to know your computer. Using the TouchPad NOTE: The TouchPad on or off. To move the pointer, slide one of a DVD or a BD. Use...
... an audio CD or a section of the USB ports on the computer. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible. Refer to Getting to customize pointing device settings, button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to know your computer. Using the TouchPad NOTE: The TouchPad on or off. To move the pointer, slide one of a DVD or a BD. Use...
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...bottom 10 buttons 5 display 9 front 6 keys 6 left side 8 lights 4 right side 7 top 3 connector, power 7 D DC plug of external HP power supply 37 digital media slot, identifying MultiMedia Card (MMC) 8 Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 8 E esc key, identifying 6 external monitor port, identifying 8 F f11 31 fn key, identifying 6 H hard drive installing 25 removing 23 hard drive light, identifying 9 HDMI port, identifying 8 headphone (audio-out) jack 8 HP Recovery Manager 31 I input power 37 integrated webcam light, identifying 9 internal microphone, identifying 9 Internet connection setup 14 ISP...
...bottom 10 buttons 5 display 9 front 6 keys 6 left side 8 lights 4 right side 7 top 3 connector, power 7 D DC plug of external HP power supply 37 digital media slot, identifying MultiMedia Card (MMC) 8 Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 8 E esc key, identifying 6 external monitor port, identifying 8 F f11 31 fn key, identifying 6 H hard drive installing 25 removing 23 hard drive light, identifying 9 HDMI port, identifying 8 headphone (audio-out) jack 8 HP Recovery Manager 31 I input power 37 integrated webcam light, identifying 9 internal microphone, identifying 9 Internet connection setup 14 ISP...
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... Screen 12 starting 12 QuickWeb software 11 R recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 31 recovering from the recovery discs 31 recovery discs 29 recovery, system 31 regulatory information regulatory label 36 wireless certification labels 36 restore points 33 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 rotating TouchPad gesture 21 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 20 security cable slot security cable slot, identifying 7 serial number 36 serial number, computer 36 service door, identifying 10 setup of WLAN 14 supported discs 30 system recovery 31 system restore points 33 T TouchPad buttons 3 using...
... Screen 12 starting 12 QuickWeb software 11 R recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 31 recovering from the recovery discs 31 recovery discs 29 recovery, system 31 regulatory information regulatory label 36 wireless certification labels 36 restore points 33 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 rotating TouchPad gesture 21 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 20 security cable slot security cable slot, identifying 7 serial number 36 serial number, computer 36 service door, identifying 10 setup of WLAN 14 supported discs 30 system recovery 31 system restore points 33 T TouchPad buttons 3 using...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... a USB device ...32 Using 1394 devices (select models only 32 Connecting a 1394 device 32 Removing a 1394 device 33 Using an eSATA device (select models only 33 Connecting an eSATA device 33 Removing an eSATA device 34 Using optional external devices ...34 Using optional external drives 34 Using the expansion port (select models only 34 6 Drives ...36 Handling drives ...36 Using hard drives ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 37 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 38 Managing power...
... a USB device ...32 Using 1394 devices (select models only 32 Connecting a 1394 device 32 Removing a 1394 device 33 Using an eSATA device (select models only 33 Connecting an eSATA device 33 Removing an eSATA device 34 Using optional external devices ...34 Using optional external drives 34 Using the expansion port (select models only 34 6 Drives ...36 Handling drives ...36 Using hard drives ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 37 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 38 Managing power...
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... to use the Windows Shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is possible. 1. The term power button is used throughout this guide to refer to both types of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is to a USB or video port ●...
... to use the Windows Shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is possible. 1. The term power button is used throughout this guide to refer to both types of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is to a USB or video port ●...
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... an external media card. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: You cannot initiate any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to a hibernation file on , you have set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in Hibernation. Your work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key...
... an external media card. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: You cannot initiate any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to a hibernation file on , you have set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in Hibernation. Your work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key...
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...'s instructions. Remove the device. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off...
...'s instructions. Remove the device. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off...
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... Support for tasks such as installing software, running on solid-state drives. After you do not need access to run Disk Defragmenter on battery power. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for more efficiently. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Depending on a monthly schedule, but you can safely delete to free up disk...
... Support for tasks such as installing software, running on solid-state drives. After you do not need access to run Disk Defragmenter on battery power. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Follow the on the hard drive become fragmented. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for more efficiently. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Depending on a monthly schedule, but you can safely delete to free up disk...
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... exit Sleep or Hibernation. Initiate QuickLock. 2. NOTE: The administrator password can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for Startup Menu" message is set , entered, changed, or deleted. NOTE: If you access Setup Utility (BIOS). While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is set , it must be entered when you set in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords...
... exit Sleep or Hibernation. Initiate QuickLock. 2. NOTE: The administrator password can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for Startup Menu" message is set , entered, changed, or deleted. NOTE: If you access Setup Utility (BIOS). While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is set , it must be entered when you set in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords...
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... -screen instructions. Turn on -screen instructions. - Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). 3. Use the arrow keys to the main Setup Utility (BIOS) screen, press esc, and then follow the on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow these steps: 1. Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS) To navigate and select in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Restoring factory settings...
... -screen instructions. Turn on -screen instructions. - Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). 3. Use the arrow keys to the main Setup Utility (BIOS) screen, press esc, and then follow the on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow these steps: 1. Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS) To navigate and select in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Restoring factory settings...
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... hard drive. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 BIOS installation procedures vary. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on the screen after it has been downloaded to install the update. Make a note of damage to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow any instructions that is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to a network...
... hard drive. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 BIOS installation procedures vary. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on the screen after it has been downloaded to install the update. Make a note of damage to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow any instructions that is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to a network...
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...displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI 17 configuring ExpressCards 28 connecting to a wired network 8 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 24 creating a wireless connection...
...displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI 17 configuring ExpressCards 28 connecting to a wired network 8 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 24 creating a wireless connection...
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...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
HP Pavilion G6 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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Access the page on -screen instructions to identify your hard drive. Make a note of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Windows-7-Open Windows Explorer by following the on the screen after it has been downloaded to your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download. 3. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Follow...
Access the page on -screen instructions to identify your hard drive. Make a note of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Windows-7-Open Windows Explorer by following the on the screen after it has been downloaded to your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download. 3. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Follow...
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... listed in a safe place. CAUTION: HP Recovery Manager (partition or discs/flash drive) restores only software that you create either a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. NOTE: HP Recovery Manager allows the creation of only one set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can exit the program before inserting it must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on an external device, such as CD-RW, DVD...
... listed in a safe place. CAUTION: HP Recovery Manager (partition or discs/flash drive) restores only software that you create either a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. NOTE: HP Recovery Manager allows the creation of only one set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can exit the program before inserting it must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on an external device, such as CD-RW, DVD...
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...) jack, identifying 14 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 104 personal files 104 base enclosure, spare part number 24 battery removal 48 spare part numbers 26, 48 battery bay 17 battery release latch 17 bezel spare part number 27, 74 BIOS determining version 98 downloading an update 99 updating 98 Blu-ray Disc ROM and DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive removal 52 specifications 95 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables, service considerations 42 camera module removal...
...) jack, identifying 14 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 104 personal files 104 base enclosure, spare part number 24 battery removal 48 spare part numbers 26, 48 battery bay 17 battery release latch 17 bezel spare part number 27, 74 BIOS determining version 98 downloading an update 99 updating 98 Blu-ray Disc ROM and DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive removal 52 specifications 95 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables, service considerations 42 camera module removal...
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..., replacement 86 tools required 41 top cover removal 60 spare part number 22, 60 TouchPad buttons 8 removal 65 TouchPad button board spare part number 65 TouchPad LED board removal 67 spare part number 67 TouchPad light 8 transporting guidelines 44 U USB board removal 69 spare part number 22, 69 USB port, identifying 14 using system restore 106 V vents, identifying 14, 17 W webcam light, identifying 16 webcam module, spare part number 27 webcam, identifying 16 weight saver optical drive spare part numbers 30 Windows applications key, identifying 11 Windows logo key, identifying 11 wireless...
..., replacement 86 tools required 41 top cover removal 60 spare part number 22, 60 TouchPad buttons 8 removal 65 TouchPad button board spare part number 65 TouchPad LED board removal 67 spare part number 67 TouchPad light 8 transporting guidelines 44 U USB board removal 69 spare part number 22, 69 USB port, identifying 14 using system restore 106 V vents, identifying 14, 17 W webcam light, identifying 16 webcam module, spare part number 27 webcam, identifying 16 weight saver optical drive spare part numbers 30 Windows applications key, identifying 11 Windows logo key, identifying 11 wireless...