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... burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 51 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture 52 A device driver must be reinstalled 52 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 52 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 53 5 Power management Setting power options ...54 Using power-saving states 54 Initiating and...
... burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 51 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture 52 A device driver must be reinstalled 52 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 52 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 53 5 Power management Setting power options ...54 Using power-saving states 54 Initiating and...
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...only)-Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). The regulatory label is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). If your computer. The part number helps ... the product's hardware components. Identifying the labels 11 This certificate is affixed to the bottom of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This number describes the duration (in which the devices have been approved for this computer. You...
...only)-Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). The regulatory label is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). If your computer. The part number helps ... the product's hardware components. Identifying the labels 11 This certificate is affixed to the bottom of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This number describes the duration (in which the devices have been approved for this computer. You...
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...disabled/disconnected) Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one ...features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless ... device can be turned on or off . Individual wireless devices can be reenabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no network devices are connected to a wired network. If...
...disabled/disconnected) Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one ...features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless ... device can be turned on or off . Individual wireless devices can be reenabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no network devices are connected to a wired network. If...
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... does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to your network connection problem, be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing... networking devices are installed for more information on the side of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver of your permission or password for your computer. If wireless networking is not listed in Help and Support. 26 Chapter 2 Wireless and ...
... does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to your network connection problem, be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing... networking devices are installed for more information on the side of the original computer package, you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver of your permission or password for your computer. If wireless networking is not listed in Help and Support. 26 Chapter 2 Wireless and ...
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..., consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer, follow these steps: 1. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Open your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Click the option for your Internet browser and go to http://www...so. Some networks change the corresponding code in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Cannot connect to a preferred WLAN network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network icon in the notification ...
..., consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer, follow these steps: 1. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Open your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Click the option for your Internet browser and go to http://www...so. Some networks change the corresponding code in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Cannot connect to a preferred WLAN network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network icon in the notification ...
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...and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. fn+f4 Description Displays information about ... and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures ● Links to support specialists Opens the Print Options window of the active Windows application. Using hotkeys 33 For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing fn+f4 alternates the...
...and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on both the computer and the monitor. fn+f4 Description Displays information about ... and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures ● Links to support specialists Opens the Print Options window of the active Windows application. Using hotkeys 33 For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing fn+f4 alternates the...
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...a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Open Windows Media Player or HP DVD Play and play back the sound. For additional safety information, refer to your ...-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Sound. 4. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Audio 43 Audio Your computer enables you to install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or ...
...a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Open Windows Media Player or HP DVD Play and play back the sound. For additional safety information, refer to your ...-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Sound. 4. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Audio 43 Audio Your computer enables you to install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or ...
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... Manager. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software. ● Disable. ● Uninstall. Right-click the optical device listing to show... all of the disc. 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 the disc (3) from the optical drive. 2. Remove any discs from ...
... Manager. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software. ● Disable. ● Uninstall. Right-click the optical device listing to show... all of the disc. 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 the disc (3) from the optical drive. 2. Remove any discs from ...
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...not already selected. 4. Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to continue. Select High Color (16 bit), if this device. If necessary, clean the disc with an optical... ● Scan for this setting is displayed, click No. Otherwise, you may see if the device is clean. or - ◦ The playback window in better playback performance. ◦ Change desktop color properties. Right-click on a blank area of color while watching a movie if you find scratches,...
...not already selected. 4. Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to continue. Select High Color (16 bit), if this device. If necessary, clean the disc with an optical... ● Scan for this setting is displayed, click No. Otherwise, you may see if the device is clean. or - ◦ The playback window in better playback performance. ◦ Change desktop color properties. Right-click on a blank area of color while watching a movie if you find scratches,...
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...press enter. - Click your drivers using the procedures in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Then in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture Use HP DVD Play to step 6. 3. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to .../support, and select your program again. Try running your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. or - A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 52 Chapter 4 Multimedia Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. A DVD playing in the System area,...
...press enter. - Click your drivers using the procedures in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Then in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture Use HP DVD Play to step 6. 3. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to .../support, and select your program again. Try running your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. or - A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 52 Chapter 4 Multimedia Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. A DVD playing in the System area,...
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... automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. This feature can be prompted to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Download only to save the file to install. 7. NOTE: If you have not...
... automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. This feature can be prompted to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Download only to save the file to install. 7. NOTE: If you have not...
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NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software"message is displayed in the list. NOTE: To stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is firmly seated. To remove an ExpressCard: a. Click the ... notification area, at the left side of options may be displayed. b. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the operating system Copying window. 2. Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard. Release and remove the ExpressCard: a.
NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software"message is displayed in the list. NOTE: To stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is firmly seated. To remove an ExpressCard: a. Click the ... notification area, at the left side of options may be displayed. b. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the operating system Copying window. 2. Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard. Release and remove the ExpressCard: a.
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... Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the computer by opening Setup Utility. Do not download ... update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. While the "Press the ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. When the Main menu is running on the computer, you want to the...Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on battery power, docked in the lower...
... Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the computer by opening Setup Utility. Do not download ... update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. While the "Press the ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. When the Main menu is running on the computer, you want to the...Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on battery power, docked in the lower...
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...than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. Updating programs and drivers 119 Proceed to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the ...click the file to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your operating system. 5.
...than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your Internet browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of the device. Updating programs and drivers 119 Proceed to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the ...click the file to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your operating system. 5.
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device drivers HP drivers 52 Windows drivers 53 Diagnostics menu 115 digital card defined 85 inserting 85 removing 86 stopping 86 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 76 Disk Defragmenter software ... 35 description 32 displaying system information 33 increasing screen brightness 35 initiating QuickLock 34 initiating Sleep 34 opening Help and Support 33 opening Print Options window 33 opening the Web browser 33 playing previous track on an audio CD, a DVD or a BD 35 playing the next track on an audio CD...
device drivers HP drivers 52 Windows drivers 53 Diagnostics menu 115 digital card defined 85 inserting 85 removing 86 stopping 86 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 76 Disk Defragmenter software ... 35 description 32 displaying system information 33 increasing screen brightness 35 initiating QuickLock 34 initiating Sleep 34 opening Help and Support 33 opening Print Options window 33 opening the Web browser 33 playing previous track on an audio CD, a DVD or a BD 35 playing the next track on an audio CD...
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.../off button 1 traveling with the computer 66 troubleshooting device driver 52 disc burning 51 disc play 50, 51 external display 51 HP device drivers 52 optical disc tray 48 optical drive detection 49 Windows drivers 53 turning off the computer 66 U unresponsive system 66 ...identifying 3 volume, adjusting 40 W webcam 39 webcam light 9, 39 webcam properties, adjusting 47 webcam tips 47 Windows applications key, identifying 5 Windows logo key, identifying 5 Windows, passwords set in 99 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button, identifying 4 wireless certification label 11...
.../off button 1 traveling with the computer 66 troubleshooting device driver 52 disc burning 51 disc play 50, 51 external display 51 HP device drivers 52 optical disc tray 48 optical drive detection 49 Windows drivers 53 turning off the computer 66 U unresponsive system 66 ...identifying 3 volume, adjusting 40 W webcam 39 webcam light 9, 39 webcam properties, adjusting 47 webcam tips 47 Windows applications key, identifying 5 Windows logo key, identifying 5 Windows, passwords set in 99 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button, identifying 4 wireless certification label 11...