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... Hard Drive Protection status 46 Managing power with a parked hard drive 46 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 47 Using optical drives (select models only 47 Identifying the installed optical drive 47 Inserting an optical disc ...48 Tray ... 57 Locating the fingerprint reader 57 8 Maintenance ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display ...58 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 58 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...59 viii
... Hard Drive Protection status 46 Managing power with a parked hard drive 46 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 47 Using optical drives (select models only 47 Identifying the installed optical drive 47 Inserting an optical disc ...48 Tray ... 57 Locating the fingerprint reader 57 8 Maintenance ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display ...58 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 58 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...59 viii
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... and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www... on. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on your computer.
... and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www... on. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on your computer.
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... button again to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card. Inserting a PC Card CAUTION: To prevent damage to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software required for releasing the insert. 2. Do...
... button again to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card. Inserting a PC Card CAUTION: To prevent damage to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software required for releasing the insert. 2. Do...
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Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) 35 If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer ...
Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) 35 If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer ...
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NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be sure that additional ports and connectors can be used with the computer. Using optional external drives Removable external drives ... external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2.
NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be sure that additional ports and connectors can be used with the computer. Using optional external drives Removable external drives ... external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2.
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... debris. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with a straw extension can also register to blow air around on the keyboard surface. A can of electric shock or...to clean the keyboard. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can deposit household debris on the screen. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. 58 Chapter 8 Maintenance To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. 8 ...
... debris. Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking, and to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with a straw extension can also register to blow air around on the keyboard surface. A can of electric shock or...to clean the keyboard. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can deposit household debris on the screen. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. 58 Chapter 8 Maintenance To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. 8 ...
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... computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. - Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed on -screen instructions to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect...
... computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. - Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that are displayed on -screen instructions to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect...
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... removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 45 Disk Defragmenter software 45 DisplayPort, connecting 18 docking connector 43 drive light 46 drive media 22 drivers 33 drives external 42 handling 44 hard 42 optical 42 using 45 E electrostatic discharge 68 entering a power-on password 55 entering an administrator password 54...
... removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 45 Disk Defragmenter software 45 DisplayPort, connecting 18 docking connector 43 drive light 46 drive media 22 drivers 33 drives external 42 handling 44 hard 42 optical 42 using 45 E electrostatic discharge 68 entering a power-on password 55 entering an administrator password 54...
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...critical battery level 27 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 20 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 46 HP SkyRoom 17 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 38 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing ...selecting a location setting 11 N network cable, connecting 13 network icon 2 inserting 33 removing 34 removing insert 33 software and drivers 33 supported types 32 ports DisplayPort 18 expansion 42 external monitor 17 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 VGA 17 power battery...
...critical battery level 27 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 20 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 46 HP SkyRoom 17 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 38 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing ...selecting a location setting 11 N network cable, connecting 13 network icon 2 inserting 33 removing 34 removing insert 33 software and drivers 33 supported types 32 ports DisplayPort 18 expansion 42 external monitor 17 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 VGA 17 power battery...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing a hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 29 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...35 Creating restore media ...35 Performing a system...
... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing a hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 29 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...35 Creating restore media ...35 Performing a system...
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...-screen instructions. or - Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. or - 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ●...9679; Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- HP Web site To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● ...
...-screen instructions. or - Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. or - 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ●...9679; Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- HP Web site To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● ...
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... 25 5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to release the battery. Slide the battery release...
... 25 5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to release the battery. Slide the battery release...
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... the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of compressed air with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. Updating programs and drivers 33 Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean the keyboard. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions... keys to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your programs and drivers on the display. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the keyboard surface. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with the ...
... the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of compressed air with a soft damp, lint-free cloth. Updating programs and drivers 33 Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean the keyboard. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions... keys to remove dust, lint, and particles that you update your programs and drivers on the display. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the keyboard surface. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with the ...
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... a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 34 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery 6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ● Backing...
... a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 34 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery 6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ● Backing...
HP G62 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description 16 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to the front of the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components...
.... Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description 16 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier used to the front of the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components...
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... computer. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Access the page on the HP Web site are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the computer by using the AC adapter. Windows XP-Select Start >... Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Updating the BIOS 83 Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site that is not displayed, use the arrow keys to download. 3. You may be displayed by pressing ...
... computer. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Access the page on the HP Web site are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the computer by using the AC adapter. Windows XP-Select Start >... Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Updating the BIOS 83 Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site that is not displayed, use the arrow keys to download. 3. You may be displayed by pressing ...
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... information and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your...
... information and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your...
HP Pavilion G6 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description 16 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to determine what components and parts are needed.
.... Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description 16 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog Description The name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to determine what components and parts are needed.
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...drive. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that is running on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or... want to download. 3. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Make a note of the path to the location on the HP Web site that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive where the BIOS update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Double-click your selection to the...
...drive. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that is running on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or... want to download. 3. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Make a note of the path to the location on the HP Web site that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive where the BIOS update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Double-click your selection to the...
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... information and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your...
... information and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up and recovering your information Your...