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... technician to the front of the computer. Serial number location 17 The duration of the computer. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number...
... technician to the front of the computer. Serial number location 17 The duration of the computer. An alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number...
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...-001 615437-001 615438-001 Before removing the optical drive: 1. Remove the battery (see Hard drive on page 42). 5. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (1), into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn on the computer, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected...
...-001 615437-001 615438-001 Before removing the optical drive: 1. Remove the battery (see Hard drive on page 42). 5. Insert a thin tool, such as a screw driver (1), into the release access slot in Hibernation, turn on the computer, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected...
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... on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after software setup. System restore points allow you... do not have a recovery partition. Use these discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Therefore, HP recommends downloading the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq, and then extract it in this section. 100 Chapter 7 Backup and ...
... on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after software setup. System restore points allow you... do not have a recovery partition. Use these discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Therefore, HP recommends downloading the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq, and then extract it in this section. 100 Chapter 7 Backup and ...
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... computer includes an SSD, you can perform a recovery from the partition on -screen instructions. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Back up all personal files. 2. Recovery discs are included...
... computer includes an SSD, you can perform a recovery from the partition on -screen instructions. Click System Recovery in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Back up all personal files. 2. Recovery discs are included...
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...f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Follow the on the computer are unable to repair the operating system. For additional ...1. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message appears on the computer. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. NOTE: If you are permanently removed. Linux backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section...
...f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Follow the on the computer are unable to repair the operating system. For additional ...1. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message appears on the computer. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. NOTE: If you are permanently removed. Linux backup and recovery Use the instructions in this section...
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... 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 4 optical drives 3 pointing devices 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 5 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 100 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 105 recovering from the recovery discs 105 recovery discs 100, 101 Recovery Manager 100, 104 recovery partition 100...
... 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 4 optical drives 3 pointing devices 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 5 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 100 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 105 recovering from the recovery discs 105 recovery discs 100, 101 Recovery Manager 100, 104 recovery partition 100...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... a CD, DVD, or BD 72 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 74 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 74 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 74 A disc does not play automatically 75 A DVD ... before completion 76 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 76 A device driver must be reinstalled 76 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 77 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 78 Using external drives ...79 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk Defragmenter 80 Using Disk Cleanup ...
... a CD, DVD, or BD 72 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 73 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 74 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 74 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 74 A disc does not play automatically 75 A DVD ... before completion 76 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 76 A device driver must be reinstalled 76 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 77 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 78 Using external drives ...79 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk Defragmenter 80 Using Disk Cleanup ...
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... 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 your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
... 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 your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
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... turn off all of the wireless devices simultaneously. Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless network devices are turned off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless (connected) Wireless...
... turn off all of the wireless devices simultaneously. Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no wireless connections are available (or all wireless network devices are turned off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless (connected) Wireless...
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...on the side of the original computer package, you may add wireless networking capability to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless ... WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that...
...on the side of the original computer package, you may add wireless networking capability to the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless ... WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that...
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...WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. The driver must be displayed. The SSID and network key are alphanumeric codes that you are unavailable If you enter into... preferred networks. ● If there is protected by security. Current network security codes are prompted for software and driver downloads, and then enter your computer accordingly. You must have the current codes to make a connection on a ... is no network icon in the notification area after you wish to http://www.hp.com/support. 2.
...WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. The driver must be displayed. The SSID and network key are alphanumeric codes that you are unavailable If you enter into... preferred networks. ● If there is protected by security. Current network security codes are prompted for software and driver downloads, and then enter your computer accordingly. You must have the current codes to make a connection on a ... is no network icon in the notification area after you wish to http://www.hp.com/support. 2.
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Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is a required program that acts ... or alarm, and then click the Test button. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. Click Sound. 4. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Audio...
Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is a required program that acts ... or alarm, and then click the Test button. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. Click Sound. 4. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Audio...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... end of the drive. 2. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the paper clip until it stops. 74 Chapter 6 Drives Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat...
... end of the drive. 2. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the paper clip until it stops. 74 Chapter 6 Drives Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat...
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..., or plays erratically ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by gently pressing down on a blank area of the desktop: 1. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it is inserted into the optical drive. Remove...
..., or plays erratically ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by gently pressing down on a blank area of the desktop: 1. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it is inserted into the optical drive. Remove...
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... in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer and is not visible on an external display 1. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Remove any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Then in Windows Media Player produces no sound or ...at http://www.hp.com. NOTE: When using both the computer display and an external display are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all other drivers you are turned on a blank area of driver you want ...
... in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer and is not visible on an external display 1. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Remove any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Then in Windows Media Player produces no sound or ...at http://www.hp.com. NOTE: When using both the computer display and an external display are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all other drivers you are turned on a blank area of driver you want ...
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... 77 Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the file to use your computer. Try to your device. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. To do so, restart your... country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your drivers using the procedures in the Search box, press...
... 77 Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the file to use your computer. Try to your device. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. To do so, restart your... country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your drivers using the procedures in the Search box, press...
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Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. 78 Chapter 6 Drives Click Check for updates. 2. To use Windows Update: 1. This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 3.
Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. 78 Chapter 6 Drives Click Check for updates. 2. To use Windows Update: 1. This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 3.
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...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Using external drives 79 A USB drive can be sure that the AC power...
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. Using external drives 79 A USB drive can be sure that the AC power...
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NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. The computer has a USB port which is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of ...
NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. The computer has a USB port which is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of ...
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... Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Select your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed...
... Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Select your computer. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed...