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Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 1

and performing computer disassembly procedures. It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts; troubleshooting computer problems; Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer.
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 98

... of the screen, press f10. - If Setup Utility is not already running , begin at step 2. 1. To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. 90 Chapter 5 Setup Utility If Setup Utility...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 110

...g 101 g 101 g 101 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA SATA Transfer rate 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec Security ATA security ATA security ATA security ATA security Seek times (typical read, including setting) Single track 1.0 ms 1.5 ms 2.0... storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. Contact technical support for details. 102 Chapter 6 Specifications
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 113

System resources you can manually change resource settings. If two devices require the same resource and...specifications You can use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the system resources that control how the devices work on the desktop. 2. On the View menu, click one of the following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows XP...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 137

... 65 spare part number 22, 65 USB legacy support 94, 98 USB ports, identifying 13, 14 using Setup Utility 89 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 14, 15 Virtualization Technology 92 W webcam identifying 12 webcam light, identifying 12 Webcam module spare part number 25 Windows applications key, identifying 11 Windows logo key, identifying 11 wireless antenna removal 73 wireless antennas 16...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 9

... Exiting Setup Utility ...98 Setup Utility menus ...98 Main menu ...98 Security menu ...98 System Configuration menu 99 Diagnostics menu ...99 11 Software updates Updating the BIOS ...101 Determining the BIOS version 101 Downloading a BIOS update 102 Updating programs and drivers ...103 12 Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...105 Backing up your information ...106 Using Windows Backup...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 22

... available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer. You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you contact technical support. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 30

... security of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 69

... information. 6. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Troubleshooting 59 Click Download only to save the file to do so, restart your computer model number in the search box, and then press enter. 3. Open your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Web browser, go to install the updated driver without downloading the file. -
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 98

...computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can be set , depending on the computer. Passwords can be set in Windows or in this chapter to use of the computer Unauthorized access to data ● Power-on password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 104

... system and other Microsoft programs, as they are installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run Windows Update as soon as you set up your computer. To be sure that all critical updates from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support. 94 Chapter 9 Security Installing critical updates CAUTION: Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 110

... or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Most software and BIOS updates...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 112

... disconnect any instructions that contains the update. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your hard drive. 102 Chapter 11 Software updates Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on the HP Web site that provides software for example, filename.exe). BIOS installation procedures vary...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 113

...file to install. 7. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your computer model number in the Search box, and then press enter. 3. Click Install now to download the driver and install it...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 121

...headphone) 33 RJ-11 (modem) 7 RJ-45 (network 8 K keyboard hotkey, identifying 28 keys esc 5 fn 5 function 5 navigation 5 Windows applications 5 Windows logo 5 L labels Bluetooth 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power Saving 99 language support 99 latch, battery release 9 light power 3 lights caps lock 3 Digital Media...

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  • Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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