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...box. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to : http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless 14 Start Here NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or... the driver for the device is installed on your computer correctly. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Search box, ...
...box. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to : http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless 14 Start Here NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or... the driver for the device is installed on your computer correctly. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Search box, ...
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... the Web You can find guides and information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in Adobe Acrobat Reader (which you want , and then do one of the following: Click the title to display the file in your... Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer has no onscreen guides. NOTE: If there are available in the User...
... the Web You can find guides and information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in Adobe Acrobat Reader (which you want , and then do one of the following: Click the title to display the file in your... Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer has no onscreen guides. NOTE: If there are available in the User...
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... Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about commonly asked questions. Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on your desktop. You can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about your...
... Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about commonly asked questions. Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on your desktop. You can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about your...
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... Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Set security on your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is listed, either your Web browser. The WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, or 802.11. For ...should use one or more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the router. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless 14 Getting Started Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN,...
... Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Set security on your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is listed, either your Web browser. The WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, or 802.11. For ...should use one or more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the router. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless 14 Getting Started Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN,...
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... information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
... information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
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...to driver updates, access to you 're connected to view it or use it. Most support updates that HP Connections or Compaq Connections messages deliver are also available to technical support options, and information about your desktop. Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP ...Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar,...
...to driver updates, access to you 're connected to view it or use it. Most support updates that HP Connections or Compaq Connections messages deliver are also available to technical support options, and information about your desktop. Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP ...Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar,...
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... outgoing communications. To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Additional updates to the operating system and other Microsoft programs are released, from Microsoft as soon as they are released periodically.
... outgoing communications. To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Additional updates to the operating system and other Microsoft programs are released, from Microsoft as soon as they are released periodically.
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... to multiple user accounts: Ability to create individual user settings Ability to limit access to change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. Use a combination of six characters). Don't use personal information that is allowed to install or run some drawbacks. A Limited account may not be able to...
... to multiple user accounts: Ability to create individual user settings Ability to limit access to change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. Use a combination of six characters). Don't use personal information that is allowed to install or run some drawbacks. A Limited account may not be able to...
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...desktop. You may have a software update CD included with the Personal Media Drive only. To do this, follow the installation instructions that becomes a Microsoft Windows Media source file with the CD. 86 Getting Started Comparison-shop using the DVD Writer/CD Writer drive. Get HP software and driver...available to a Web server. video files such as .jpg or .gif. NOTE: You may need to install this program: Backup My PC (select models only) HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: (continued) Create computer backup files to...
...desktop. You may have a software update CD included with the Personal Media Drive only. To do this, follow the installation instructions that becomes a Microsoft Windows Media source file with the CD. 86 Getting Started Comparison-shop using the DVD Writer/CD Writer drive. Get HP software and driver...available to a Web server. video files such as .jpg or .gif. NOTE: You may need to install this program: Backup My PC (select models only) HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: (continued) Create computer backup files to...
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... using the printer, refer to the user manual that come with your computer. In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for example: all , odd, or even pages in a range. 3 Click OK or Print. Determine the number of software programs called printer...: Select the printer. Printers receive instructions from most software programs and Web sites if you have a printer connected to install the specific printer driver manually. You can print text and graphics from your computer, and if the computer has the necessary software installed for the printer.
... using the printer, refer to the user manual that come with your computer. In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for example: all , odd, or even pages in a range. 3 Click OK or Print. Determine the number of software programs called printer...: Select the printer. Printers receive instructions from most software programs and Web sites if you have a printer connected to install the specific printer driver manually. You can print text and graphics from your computer, and if the computer has the necessary software installed for the printer.
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...drive. 108 Getting Started The default volume name of the USB 2.0 cable (C) into an available USB port on the back of the HP Media Drive. HP recommends renaming a drive if you plug the drive into an USB 2.0 connector or insert it into the USB connector on your computer.... Drives or Devices with Removable Storage. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into an HP Media Drive bay, the operating system automatically assigns a letter to the HP Media Drive documentation for more than one USB connector.
...drive. 108 Getting Started The default volume name of the USB 2.0 cable (C) into an available USB port on the back of the HP Media Drive. HP recommends renaming a drive if you plug the drive into an USB 2.0 connector or insert it into the USB connector on your computer.... Drives or Devices with Removable Storage. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into an HP Media Drive bay, the operating system automatically assigns a letter to the HP Media Drive documentation for more than one USB connector.
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... instructions that the USB 2.0 card drivers are the most current available and are using by the assigned drive letter. Data transfer rate seems slow with the HP Pocket Media Drive. 4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK. See http://support.microsoft.com for details about obtaining these system enhancements if you renamed...
... instructions that the USB 2.0 card drivers are the most current available and are using by the assigned drive letter. Data transfer rate seems slow with the HP Pocket Media Drive. 4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK. See http://support.microsoft.com for details about obtaining these system enhancements if you renamed...
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Repairing Software Problems 23 Software Repair Overview 23 Restarting Your Computer 24 Turning Off Your Computer 24 Updating Drivers 24 Microsoft System Restore 25 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 26 System Recovery 27 Creating Recovery Discs 27 Choosing Recovery Disc Media 28 System Recovery Options 28 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 29 Starting System Recovery from the Windows Vista Start Menu 29 Starting System Recovery from System Startup 29 iv Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
Repairing Software Problems 23 Software Repair Overview 23 Restarting Your Computer 24 Turning Off Your Computer 24 Updating Drivers 24 Microsoft System Restore 25 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 26 System Recovery 27 Creating Recovery Discs 27 Choosing Recovery Disc Media 28 System Recovery Options 28 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 29 Starting System Recovery from the Windows Vista Start Menu 29 Starting System Recovery from System Startup 29 iv Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Codec error messages appear when certain audio files are turned on the computer. Open the file in the tray. Refer to "Updating Drivers" on the keyboard to unmute. Replace the passive speaker system with the label facing up and centered in Windows Media Player. For ...codecs. Press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on page 24 for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Ensure Windows Media Player is inserted with an active speaker system (sold separately). Possible solution Press the ...
... Codec error messages appear when certain audio files are turned on the computer. Open the file in the tray. Refer to "Updating Drivers" on the keyboard to unmute. Replace the passive speaker system with the label facing up and centered in Windows Media Player. For ...codecs. Press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on page 24 for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Ensure Windows Media Player is inserted with an active speaker system (sold separately). Possible solution Press the ...
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Screen is not lit. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust the Resolution slider as needed. Press the On button on the front of the ...display visible again. Video (continued) Symptom Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. Inspect the monitor video connector for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to the documentation that came with your monitor. If no pins are bent, reconnect the monitor connector cable to resume...
Screen is not lit. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust the Resolution slider as needed. Press the On button on the front of the ...display visible again. Video (continued) Symptom Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. Inspect the monitor video connector for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to the documentation that came with your monitor. If no pins are bent, reconnect the monitor connector cable to resume...
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... to contact Support. or refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide to the Shut Down button and then click Restart. For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Ensure that all cables are not bent. Hard disk drive error message Press the Help ? A Hardware Installation Symptom... the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the CD provided with the computer. Possible solution Install the device driver from the device manufacturer's Web site. You may need an updated driver for an update. Contact the device vendor directly for Windows Vista...
... to contact Support. or refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide to the Shut Down button and then click Restart. For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Ensure that all cables are not bent. Hard disk drive error message Press the Help ? A Hardware Installation Symptom... the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the CD provided with the computer. Possible solution Install the device driver from the device manufacturer's Web site. You may need an updated driver for an update. Contact the device vendor directly for Windows Vista...
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... a user with the device. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 13 To resolve a device conflict, you have removed a hardware device and the device driver is enabled and working properly. The exclamation point means there is available, click the Troubleshoot button, and follow the onscreen instructions in a...following: Right-click the device, click Uninstall, and then click OK. 5 Double-click the name of the devices or uninstall an old device driver: 1 Click the Windows Start Button, right-click Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus...
... a user with the device. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 13 To resolve a device conflict, you have removed a hardware device and the device driver is enabled and working properly. The exclamation point means there is available, click the Troubleshoot button, and follow the onscreen instructions in a...following: Right-click the device, click Uninstall, and then click OK. 5 Double-click the name of the devices or uninstall an old device driver: 1 Click the Windows Start Button, right-click Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus...
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... your computer, and others require performing a System Recovery from files on your hard disk drive. Restarting Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Updating Drivers Microsoft System Restore Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation System Recovery NOTE: If you perform the computer repair methods in the order described in the order listed here.
... your computer, and others require performing a System Recovery from files on your hard disk drive. Restarting Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Updating Drivers Microsoft System Restore Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation System Recovery NOTE: If you perform the computer repair methods in the order described in the order listed here.
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... the operating system into its memory, which clears some problems that can remain after performing a restart. To restart your computer. Updating Drivers A driver is the simplest repair method for your computer: 1 Close all open programs and windows. 2 Click the Windows Start Button. 3 ..., (for example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4 Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b), and then click the Driver tab. 5 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. 24 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide When you force the computer to...
... the operating system into its memory, which clears some problems that can remain after performing a restart. To restart your computer. Updating Drivers A driver is the simplest repair method for your computer: 1 Close all open programs and windows. 2 Click the Windows Start Button. 3 ..., (for example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4 Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b), and then click the Driver tab. 5 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. 24 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide When you force the computer to...
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... procedure. d Click Yes if you want to continue with the uninstall process. 3 Click the Windows Start Button. 4 Click All Programs. 5 Click PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Recovery Manager. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. 8 When you want to remove, and then click Uninstall. Reinstall these programs... directly from the CDs or DVDs. You must restart the computer when you can reinstall the software program or hardware driver using the Recovery Manager program. (Select models only). c Select the program you have finished recovering, restart the computer. To start...
... procedure. d Click Yes if you want to continue with the uninstall process. 3 Click the Windows Start Button. 4 Click All Programs. 5 Click PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Recovery Manager. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. 8 When you want to remove, and then click Uninstall. Reinstall these programs... directly from the CDs or DVDs. You must restart the computer when you can reinstall the software program or hardware driver using the Recovery Manager program. (Select models only). c Select the program you have finished recovering, restart the computer. To start...