Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...connection 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. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. If there is black, computer does not start If LEDs do ... and displays a black screen Usually occurs if a component is installed incorrectly, or there is no battery or AC power at least 15 seconds. 3. HP Notebook PCs - Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Connect an external monitor to check display Remove all CD/DVDs, SD cards, USB devices, ...
...connection 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. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. If there is black, computer does not start If LEDs do ... and displays a black screen Usually occurs if a component is installed incorrectly, or there is no battery or AC power at least 15 seconds. 3. HP Notebook PCs - Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Connect an external monitor to check display Remove all CD/DVDs, SD cards, USB devices, ...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Subscription Services for more user guides? Part number: 539908-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. Sign up to date with your computer. registered trademarks of our products. Nothing herein should...construed as constituting an additional warranty. As part of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on your computer. Click: ...
... came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Subscription Services for more user guides? Part number: 539908-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. Sign up to date with your computer. registered trademarks of our products. Nothing herein should...construed as constituting an additional warranty. As part of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on your computer. Click: ...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii
... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii
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Contents Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 20 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 26 Index iv Notebook Essentials
Contents Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 20 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 26 Index iv Notebook Essentials
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... models may also be provided on the computer. Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Notebook Essentials 1
... models may also be provided on the computer. Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Notebook Essentials 1
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... pane, click Device Manager. Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials You can also use Device Manager to add hardware or modify device configurations. ✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve...
... pane, click Device Manager. Click Start, click Computer, and then click System properties. 2. You may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials You can also use Device Manager to add hardware or modify device configurations. ✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve...
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... how to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Notebook Essentials 3 Protecting your system files The operating system and the backup and recovery software provide several ways to back up (boot) the computer and recover...
... how to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Notebook Essentials 3 Protecting your system files The operating system and the backup and recovery software provide several ways to back up (boot) the computer and recover...
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... connects the modem to obtain information about you or the computer. Telephone line surge protectors are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Surge protectors are commonly available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or...
... connects the modem to obtain information about you or the computer. Telephone line surge protectors are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Surge protectors are commonly available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or...
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... the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to the User Guides disc included with some models. Notebook Essentials 5 The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this document, click Start, click Help... surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug...
... the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to the User Guides disc included with some models. Notebook Essentials 5 The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this document, click Start, click Help... surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug...
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... access the Internet by your location. Chapter 2: What's next? The Internet Services & Offers utility assists with the following software features to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Connecting to use a wireless connection. To learn about adding the computer to an existing network or setting up a wireless network, refer to the "Connecting...
... access the Internet by your location. Chapter 2: What's next? The Internet Services & Offers utility assists with the following software features to use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Connecting to use a wireless connection. To learn about adding the computer to an existing network or setting up a wireless network, refer to the "Connecting...
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... Internet wizard. ✎ If you are supported in the country or region in the notification area, at the far right of these steps: 1. Click Connect. 4. Notebook Essentials 7 Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to use the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard to connect to the Internet...
... Internet wizard. ✎ If you are supported in the country or region in the notification area, at the far right of these steps: 1. Click Connect. 4. Notebook Essentials 7 Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to use the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard to connect to the Internet...
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... a completed wireless network installation that is also called a wireless local area network (WLAN), using a wireless computer. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials To set up a wireless network and to connect to the Internet, you a User ID and password to purchase high-speed Internet service and a DSL...
... a completed wireless network installation that is also called a wireless local area network (WLAN), using a wireless computer. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials To set up a wireless network and to connect to the Internet, you a User ID and password to purchase high-speed Internet service and a DSL...
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...wireless computer is off, turn it on the computer is on -screen instructions. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. 2. Click the network icon in a safe place. Test the wireless network by using the router manufacturer's instructions and.... Then follow the on , turn on the computer and use the Windows tools to help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. Select a network. Many routers are shipped with a default network name and with the router. Step 3: Configure the...
...wireless computer is off, turn it on the computer is on -screen instructions. For help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. 2. Click the network icon in a safe place. Test the wireless network by using the router manufacturer's instructions and.... Then follow the on , turn on the computer and use the Windows tools to help locating the wireless button or light, refer to the Notebook Tour in Help and Support. Select a network. Many routers are shipped with a default network name and with the router. Step 3: Configure the...
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... from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into the jack 1 on the computer. 2. Plug the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to a wired network requires an RJ-11 modem...
... from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into the jack 1 on the computer. 2. Plug the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to a wired network requires an RJ-11 modem...
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... on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. To install software from a disc, follow these steps: 1. Notebook Essentials 11 To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to Help and Support. Updating the software installed on the computer as soon as...
... on-screen instructions. ■ Software on the computer is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled software. To install software from a disc, follow these steps: 1. Notebook Essentials 11 To see a list of ready-to-use programs or to Help and Support. Updating the software installed on the computer as soon as...
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... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next? Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Save your work and close...
... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Chapter 2: What's next? Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Save your work and close...
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... and Support. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is resolved: ■ Refer to start up If the computer does not... not start up : ■ If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into an AC outlet using the AC adapter. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you fix a problem when the computer is offline.
... and Support. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is resolved: ■ Refer to start up If the computer does not... not start up : ■ If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into an AC outlet using the AC adapter. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you fix a problem when the computer is offline.
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..., click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click Power Options. ■ The computer may be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials When you press fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external displays, and simultaneous display on all devices...
..., click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click Power Options. ■ The computer may be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials When you press fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external displays, and simultaneous display on all devices...
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... DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are on. ■ Be sure that the wireless router or access point is properly connected to room temperature. Notebook Essentials 15 Also, do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing...
... DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are on. ■ Be sure that the wireless router or access point is properly connected to room temperature. Notebook Essentials 15 Also, do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing...
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...then click Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Note the following tasks for the first time. ✎ Handle these discs are purchased separately. Notebook Essentials 17 DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. All these discs carefully and keep them in case of recovery discs. To ...9632; Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be connected to continue the disc creation process. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools provided by the ...
...then click Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Note the following tasks for the first time. ✎ Handle these discs are purchased separately. Notebook Essentials 17 DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. All these discs carefully and keep them in case of recovery discs. To ...9632; Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be connected to continue the disc creation process. Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools provided by the ...