Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...to blink or glow, and listen for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for the LEDs to the notebook. Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to original condition.... to resolve problems when computer does not startup or boot properly. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to BIOS mode (f10) and run Memory Test and Hard Drive Test If all USB devices and media cards. 2. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. HP Notebook PCs -
...to blink or glow, and listen for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for the LEDs to the notebook. Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to original condition.... to resolve problems when computer does not startup or boot properly. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to BIOS mode (f10) and run Memory Test and Hard Drive Test If all USB devices and media cards. 2. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. HP Notebook PCs -
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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..."LEDs glow, fan noise is heard, but display is black." Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS Diagnostics (f10) and run memory and hard drive diagnostic tests Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and: o Select Disable... Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run in error message Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and Restore the BIOS defaults (f9) Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run memory and hard drive tests. Symptom: ...
..."LEDs glow, fan noise is heard, but display is black." Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS Diagnostics (f10) and run memory and hard drive diagnostic tests Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and: o Select Disable... Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run in error message Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and Restore the BIOS defaults (f9) Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run memory and hard drive tests. Symptom: ...
Compaq Presario CQ62 Notebook PC and HP G62 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...; View and change the system time and date. ■ View identification information about the computer. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. Then use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes...
...; View and change the system time and date. ■ View identification information about the computer. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. Then use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup Utility 98 Navigating and selecting in Setup ...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up ...
...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup Utility 98 Navigating and selecting in Setup ...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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..., and updates to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number. The action key feature is connected to Setup Utility (BIOS) on the f1 through f12 keys represent the action key functions. Help and Support also provides checkups for...
..., and updates to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number. The action key feature is connected to Setup Utility (BIOS) on the f1 through f12 keys represent the action key functions. Help and Support also provides checkups for...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to act as deterrents, but they may not...
... computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to act as deterrents, but they may not...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... the computer. or - 1. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences. Starting Setup Utility 97 A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is displayed, press...
... the computer. or - 1. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences. Starting Setup Utility 97 A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is displayed, press...
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... to the menu display, press esc. ● To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is open, press f1. 98 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) While the "Press the ESC key for example an Enable/Disable field, use the arrow keys. ● To choose an item in Setup Utility Because...
... to the menu display, press esc. ● To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is open, press f1. 98 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) While the "Press the ESC key for example an Enable/Disable field, use the arrow keys. ● To choose an item in Setup Utility Because...
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...; View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Main menu Select System information To do this chapter may not be supported by your changes from the... Utility menu items listed in Windows. After either choice, the computer restarts in this Enter, change , or delete a power-on password. 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS)
...; View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Main menu Select System information To do this chapter may not be supported by your changes from the... Utility menu items listed in Windows. After either choice, the computer restarts in this Enter, change , or delete a power-on password. 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS)
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...Appendix B Software updates To update the software, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. If your permission or password for more information. 2. Access the...software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Most software and BIOS updates on the computer. B Software updates Updated versions of your ...
...Appendix B Software updates To update the software, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. If your permission or password for more information. 2. Access the...software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Most software and BIOS updates on the computer. B Software updates Updated versions of your ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Windows) or by opening Setup Utility. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on or restarting the computer. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if ... to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in the lower-left corner of the system BIOS currently installed. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to know the version...
... Windows) or by opening Setup Utility. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on or restarting the computer. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if ... to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in the lower-left corner of the system BIOS currently installed. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to know the version...
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Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for example, filename.exe). Identify the BIOS update that contains the update. 4. You may need to access this information to install the update. b. Complete the installation by ...been downloaded to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that has an .exe extension (for your selection to download. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. NOTE: After a message on the screen after the download is complete. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your computer...
Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for example, filename.exe). Identify the BIOS update that contains the update. 4. You may need to access this information to install the update. b. Complete the installation by ...been downloaded to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that has an .exe extension (for your selection to download. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. NOTE: After a message on the screen after the download is complete. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your computer...
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...downloads, enter your operating system. 5. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When the list of the device. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search...box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation ...
...downloads, enter your operating system. 5. Select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. When the list of the device. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search...box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Open your web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation ...
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... release latch 54 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 60 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8, 12 hard drive 8 BD copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Bluetooth...
... release latch 54 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 60 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8, 12 hard drive 8 BD copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Bluetooth...