Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...2 Updating software b. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information...computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to select the Main menu. During the download and installation, ...
...2 Updating software b. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information...computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to select the Main menu. During the download and installation, ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...The serial number is printed on a label inside the battery bay of your corporate network whether you are on HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network operator, refer to the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer, or the mobile...Communications (GSM) telecommunications standard. ● EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized), which in most cases is preinstalled in the battery bay. 3 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use of Wi-Fi hotspots. You may be provided in this chapter.
...The serial number is printed on a label inside the battery bay of your corporate network whether you are on HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network operator, refer to the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer, or the mobile...Communications (GSM) telecommunications standard. ● EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized), which in most cases is preinstalled in the battery bay. 3 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use of Wi-Fi hotspots. You may be provided in this chapter.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. Close the display. 3. Remove the battery. 7. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is firmly seated. 8. Reconnect external power. 10. Turn the computer upside down on a flat... surface, with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off...
... the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. Close the display. 3. Remove the battery. 7. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is firmly seated. 8. Reconnect external power. 10. Turn the computer upside down on a flat... surface, with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... Removing a SIM 15 Removing a SIM To remove a SIM: 1. Then shut down the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Remove the battery. 7. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. If you . 6. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the... battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in on the SIM (1), and then remove it from the AC outlet. 5. Replace the battery. 9. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. Close the display...
... Removing a SIM 15 Removing a SIM To remove a SIM: 1. Then shut down the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Remove the battery. 7. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. If you . 6. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the... battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in on the SIM (1), and then remove it from the AC outlet. 5. Replace the battery. 9. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. Close the display...
Drives - Windows 7
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... into a drive bay. Avoid exposing a drive to liquids. Additional cautions are included with cleaning products. Handle a drive carefully; When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external...
... into a drive bay. Avoid exposing a drive to liquids. Additional cautions are included with cleaning products. Handle a drive carefully; When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external...
Drives - Windows 7
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..., or on the manufacturer's Web site. When prompted, remove the source disc from your hard drive. 4. After the information is writing to a temporary folder on battery power. Do not write to a disc while the computer is running on your hard drive to the destination disc. Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD...
..., or on the manufacturer's Web site. When prompted, remove the source disc from your hard drive. 4. After the information is writing to a temporary folder on battery power. Do not write to a disc while the computer is running on your hard drive to the destination disc. Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD...
Drives - Windows 7
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... the optical drive 11 If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Remove the battery from the optical drive bay. Remove the optical drive from the computer. 7. Then shut down the computer and close the display. Shut down the computer...
... the optical drive 11 If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Remove the battery from the optical drive bay. Remove the optical drive from the computer. 7. Then shut down the computer and close the display. Shut down the computer...
Drives - Windows 7
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...following conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. NOTE: Hard drives that are in an optional docking device or are connected to a USB port are not protected by parking ...the drive and halting I/O requests under either of these events, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection returns the hard drive to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help. 15 5 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects the hard drive by...
...following conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. NOTE: Hard drives that are in an optional docking device or are connected to a USB port are not protected by parking ...the drive and halting I/O requests under either of these events, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection returns the hard drive to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help. 15 5 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects the hard drive by...
Drives - Windows 7
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...3. To enable the notification area icon: 1. Click OK. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer turns on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to initiate Hibernation. The ...Mobility Center also indicates HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status: ● If the software...
...3. To enable the notification area icon: 1. Click OK. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer turns on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to initiate Hibernation. The ...Mobility Center also indicates HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status: ● If the software...
Drives - Windows 7
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... pressing the power button. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. 6 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To...
... pressing the power button. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. Remove the battery from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. 6 Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...; Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) has temporarily parked the internal hard drive. On: The volume...
...; Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) has temporarily parked the internal hard drive. On: The volume...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...fully charged. Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Component (1) Power light (2) Battery light (3) Drive light (4) Consumer infrared lens (select models only) (5) Audio-in (microphone) jack (6) Audio-out (headphone) jack Description ●...not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off when all batteries in this section. Front components 9 If the computer is being accessed. ● On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) has temporarily parked the internal ...
...fully charged. Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Component (1) Power light (2) Battery light (3) Drive light (4) Consumer infrared lens (select models only) (5) Audio-in (microphone) jack (6) Audio-out (headphone) jack Description ●...not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off when all batteries in this section. Front components 9 If the computer is being accessed. ● On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) has temporarily parked the internal ...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...country or region. Bottom components Component (1) Hard drive and WLAN module compartment (2) Memory module compartment (3) Mini Card compartment (4) Battery release latch (5) Battery bay (6) Vents (4) Description Holds the hard drive and, on and off during routine operation. 12 Chapter 2 Components If ... to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the battery. Enable airflow to cycle on select models, the wireless LAN (WLAN) device. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the real-time clock (RTC) battery and, on select models, the WLAN device. Contains the...
...country or region. Bottom components Component (1) Hard drive and WLAN module compartment (2) Memory module compartment (3) Mini Card compartment (4) Battery release latch (5) Battery bay (6) Vents (4) Description Holds the hard drive and, on and off during routine operation. 12 Chapter 2 Components If ... to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the battery. Enable airflow to cycle on select models, the wireless LAN (WLAN) device. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the real-time clock (RTC) battery and, on select models, the WLAN device. Contains the...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Components
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Components
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...is the alphanumeric identifier used to the front of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of... some of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the product's hardware components. If your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). This is affixed to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). You may...
...is the alphanumeric identifier used to the front of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of... some of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the product's hardware components. If your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). This is affixed to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). You may...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 B battery bay, identifying 12 battery light, identifying 3, 9 battery release latch, identifying 12 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 12, 15 hard drive 12 Bluetooth label 16 buttons DVD 5 power 5 TouchPad 2 TouchPad on/off 2 ...Certificate of Authenticity 15 modem approval 15 regulatory 15 service tag 15 wireless certification 16 WLAN 16 latch, battery release 12 lights battery 3, 9 caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 11 drive 3, 9 mute 3 num lock 4 optical drive 10 power 3, 9 TouchPad 2...
...applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 B battery bay, identifying 12 battery light, identifying 3, 9 battery release latch, identifying 12 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 12, 15 hard drive 12 Bluetooth label 16 buttons DVD 5 power 5 TouchPad 2 TouchPad on/off 2 ...Certificate of Authenticity 15 modem approval 15 regulatory 15 service tag 15 wireless certification 16 WLAN 16 latch, battery release 12 lights battery 3, 9 caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 11 drive 3, 9 mute 3 num lock 4 optical drive 10 power 3, 9 TouchPad 2...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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When Sleep is Hibernate, but this setting can be on the screen to increase the brightness level incrementally. The factory setting for critical battery action is initiated, your information by displaying the operating system Log On window. To exit Sleep, briefly press the power button. Initiating... Sleep. Decreasing screen brightness (fn+f7) Press fn+f7 to Help and Support. While the computer is conserved. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored in system memory, the screen is ...
When Sleep is Hibernate, but this setting can be on the screen to increase the brightness level incrementally. The factory setting for critical battery action is initiated, your information by displaying the operating system Log On window. To exit Sleep, briefly press the power button. Initiating... Sleep. Decreasing screen brightness (fn+f7) Press fn+f7 to Help and Support. While the computer is conserved. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored in system memory, the screen is ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... Connecting the AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 Using Battery Check ...10 Displaying the remaining battery charge 11 Inserting or removing the battery ...12 Charging a battery ...13 Maximizing battery discharge time ...14 Managing low battery levels ...15 Identifying low battery levels 15 Resolving a low battery level 16 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
... Connecting the AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 Using Battery Check ...10 Displaying the remaining battery charge 11 Inserting or removing the battery ...12 Charging a battery ...13 Maximizing battery discharge time ...14 Managing low battery levels ...15 Identifying low battery levels 15 Resolving a low battery level 16 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on external power. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. If the...
... power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on external power. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. If the...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the...
... exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the...