Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... you can boot to BIOS, use recovery disk to recover the computer to install an updated BIOS or driver. Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message. Search www.hp.com for terms in error message. If possible, turn on a black screen during recovery. Symptom...starts into Safe Mode and then run memory and hard drive tests. If all other start-up problems. Run HP Support Assistant from www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates. Run Windows Update from www.update.microsoft.com for latest Microsoft updates. Run...
... you can boot to BIOS, use recovery disk to recover the computer to install an updated BIOS or driver. Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message. Search www.hp.com for terms in error message. If possible, turn on a black screen during recovery. Symptom...starts into Safe Mode and then run memory and hard drive tests. If all other start-up problems. Run HP Support Assistant from www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates. Run Windows Update from www.update.microsoft.com for latest Microsoft updates. Run...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... 49 Locating the fingerprint reader 49 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the...
... 49 Locating the fingerprint reader 49 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety... setting up your computer and turning it on your computer. For country- Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer The following user ...
... and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety... setting up your computer and turning it on your computer. For country- Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and technical support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer The following user ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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..., pull the card out of damage to safely remove the digital card. 1. If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use . Do not...
..., pull the card out of damage to safely remove the digital card. 1. If you are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use . Do not...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... to the manufacturer's instructions. 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. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Turn... eSATA connector, do not pull on the device. Remove the device. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off and the AC power...
... to the manufacturer's instructions. 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. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Turn... eSATA connector, do not pull on the device. Remove the device. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off and the AC power...
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... your hands frequently when using the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of compressed air with the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. 50 Chapter 8 Maintenance To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a damp cloth, ...and wash your programs and drivers on the keyboard surface. A can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic...
... your hands frequently when using the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of compressed air with the latest versions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can become available. 50 Chapter 8 Maintenance To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a damp cloth, ...and wash your programs and drivers on the keyboard surface. A can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic...