Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for ...software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only...
... these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for ...software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only...
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... your operating system. 5. Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and...If prompted to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. To do this, click Download only to save the file to do so, restart your...
... your operating system. 5. Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and...If prompted to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. To do this, click Download only to save the file to do so, restart your...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... feature). This feature helps you to reverse undesirable changes to your full factory image if you create. 1 System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovering system information Tools provided by restoring the computer to an...
... feature). This feature helps you to reverse undesirable changes to your full factory image if you create. 1 System restore points allow you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovering system information Tools provided by restoring the computer to an...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... already tried these steps: 1. Then select Recovery Manager. Recovery Manager software allows you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on the hard drive You can only... by the manufacturer. Software not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the recovery discs: 1. Performing a recovery 5 HP recommends that you experience system failure or instability.
... already tried these steps: 1. Then select Recovery Manager. Recovery Manager software allows you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on the hard drive You can only... by the manufacturer. Software not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the recovery discs: 1. Performing a recovery 5 HP recommends that you experience system failure or instability.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Network status (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed and one or more WLAN devices are connected to the network. Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless Description Identifies the location of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but no WLAN devices are connected to the network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software.
Network status (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed and one or more WLAN devices are connected to the network. Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless Description Identifies the location of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but no WLAN devices are connected to the network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... bottom left of the wireless devices, click Start > Windows Mobility Center >Wireless Assistant, which is installed, complete the following steps to reapply the WLAN device driver: 1. Click Properties > Wireless Assistant > Apply. If a wireless device is disabled by the Setup Utility, it must be reenabled by the Setup Utility before it can...
... bottom left of the wireless devices, click Start > Windows Mobility Center >Wireless Assistant, which is installed, complete the following steps to reapply the WLAN device driver: 1. Click Properties > Wireless Assistant > Apply. If a wireless device is disabled by the Setup Utility, it must be reenabled by the Setup Utility before it can...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Use the procedures in the feature list on the side of possible solutions to your network connection problem, ...
Before working your way through the sequence of the original computer package, you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Use the procedures in the feature list on the side of possible solutions to your network connection problem, ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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.... Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information. 1. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Refer to Windows Help for a WLAN device may be prompted for your...
.... Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information. 1. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Refer to Windows Help for a WLAN device may be prompted for your...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. When the Network connections window is displayed, Windows will reset your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but the computer is not connected. ● If there is a network status icon in the Start Search box. 2. Windows will reset your network...
... the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. When the Network connections window is displayed, Windows will reset your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but the computer is not connected. ● If there is a network status icon in the Start Search box. 2. Windows will reset your network...
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Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. 24 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. The driver must be displayed. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Network status icon is not displayed If the network status icon is not displayed in the notification area after you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer at the HP Drivers and Downloads Web site.
Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. 24 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. The driver must be displayed. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Network status icon is not displayed If the network status icon is not displayed in the notification area after you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer at the HP Drivers and Downloads Web site.
Drives - Windows Vista
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... ...13 5 Replacing the hard drive 6 Resolving problems The computer does not detect the optical drive 16 Uninstall and reinstall drivers ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 18 An optical disc does not play automatically 19 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops...
... ...13 5 Replacing the hard drive 6 Resolving problems The computer does not detect the optical drive 16 Uninstall and reinstall drivers ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 18 An optical disc does not play automatically 19 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Control, click Continue. 4. 6 Resolving problems The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Remove any discs from the optical drive. 2. As you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive is not being... Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the Start Search box. If the drive is already showing. If you type, search results are listed in the Device Manager utility...
... Control, click Continue. 4. 6 Resolving problems The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Remove any discs from the optical drive. 2. As you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive is not being... Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the Start Search box. If the drive is already showing. If you type, search results are listed in the Device Manager utility...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... reinstall (for software updates on ) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in the Search box, press Enter, and follow the instructions provided. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for example, DVD...
... reinstall (for software updates on ) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in the Search box, press Enter, and follow the instructions provided. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for example, DVD...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to do so, restart your computer. 18 Chapter 6 Resolving problems If prompted to open a window containing additional information. 6. Open your computer...settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set to automatically check for and install updates for updates to check for the Windows operating system and other ...
... Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to do so, restart your computer. 18 Chapter 6 Resolving problems If prompted to open a window containing additional information. 6. Open your computer...settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set to automatically check for and install updates for updates to check for the Windows operating system and other ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...autoplay in the pane above the box. 2. See your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. As you are copying a disc, save ...the information on the source disc to a new disc, and then burn from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display To resolve this ...problem, download and install HP Memories Disc Creator, available from your user guides for more information about disc types. ...
...autoplay in the pane above the box. 2. See your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. As you are copying a disc, save ...the information on the source disc to a new disc, and then burn from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display To resolve this ...problem, download and install HP Memories Disc Creator, available from your user guides for more information about disc types. ...
External Devices - Windows Vista
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NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of information or an unresponsive system, stop and remove a USB device: 1. Connecting a USB ...
NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of information or an unresponsive system, stop and remove a USB device: 1. Connecting a USB ...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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If you are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the ...ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). 2 Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that...
If you are designed to conform to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the ...ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). 2 Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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... the device has been detected, and a menu of available options may contain a protective insert. NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software" message is not in use . Pull the insert out of the taskbar. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do... not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the insert (1) to unlock it is displayed in use . Press in on the card until...
... the device has been detected, and a menu of available options may contain a protective insert. NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software" message is not in use . Pull the insert out of the taskbar. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do... not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the insert (1) to unlock it is displayed in use . Press in on the card until...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to use a hotkey command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
... and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to use a hotkey command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...