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...screen. 4. Restart the computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads. 4. Select Repair your operating system and software. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have been deleted, you must be reinstalled. If... backup. ✎ If your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). To find the partition, select Start > Computer. ✎ If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must be restored from the ...
...screen. 4. Restart the computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads. 4. Select Repair your operating system and software. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have been deleted, you must be reinstalled. If... backup. ✎ If your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). To find the partition, select Start > Computer. ✎ If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must be restored from the ...
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...Backup and recovery Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. When reformatting is easily accessible. To order a Windows Vista operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your ...Windows operating system loads. 3. All files you have created and any keyboard key. 4. Click Next. 6. If possible, back up ) your computer. 7. Make sure that your country or region, and follow these steps: ✎ This process takes several minutes. 1. Select Repair your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers...
...Backup and recovery Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. When reformatting is easily accessible. To order a Windows Vista operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your ...Windows operating system loads. 3. All files you have created and any keyboard key. 4. Click Next. 6. If possible, back up ) your computer. 7. Make sure that your country or region, and follow these steps: ✎ This process takes several minutes. 1. Select Repair your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers...
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... these topics in this chapter. 3. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have a partition. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery. 1. For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in Help and Support. If the partition is...
... these topics in this chapter. 3. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that do not have a partition. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery. 1. For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in Help and Support. If the partition is...
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Backup and recovery Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. All files you have created and any keyboard key. 4. If possible, back up...
Backup and recovery Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. All files you have created and any keyboard key. 4. If possible, back up...
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...drivers. The Backup or Restore Wizard opens. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ For additional information on -screen instructions to install the drivers... and programs. 8-10 Maintenance and Service Guide If possible, back up all personal files. 2. Follow the on initiating a recovery in Windows,... ■ Operating System and Driver Recovery discs (included with your computer): You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover information you... tools to recover your files: ■ Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the discs...
...drivers. The Backup or Restore Wizard opens. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ For additional information on -screen instructions to install the drivers... and programs. 8-10 Maintenance and Service Guide If possible, back up all personal files. 2. Follow the on initiating a recovery in Windows,... ■ Operating System and Driver Recovery discs (included with your computer): You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover information you... tools to recover your files: ■ Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the discs...
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...141 Downloading a BIOS update 141 Updating programs and drivers ...143 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...145 Performing a recovery ...146 Using the Windows recovery tools 146 Using f11 recovery tools 147 Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately 147 13 ... Configuring and deploying a software image 162 Managing and updating software 163 HP Client Manager for Altiris (select models only 163 HP CCM (Client Configuration Manager) (select models only 165 HP SSM (System Software Manager 166 Using the HP Universal Print Driver 167 Index ...168 x
...141 Downloading a BIOS update 141 Updating programs and drivers ...143 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...145 Performing a recovery ...146 Using the Windows recovery tools 146 Using f11 recovery tools 147 Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately 147 13 ... Configuring and deploying a software image 162 Managing and updating software 163 HP Client Manager for Altiris (select models only 163 HP CCM (Client Configuration Manager) (select models only 165 HP SSM (System Software Manager 166 Using the HP Universal Print Driver 167 Index ...168 x
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... feature list on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. You may add wireless networking capability to improve the security of possible solutions... Wireless device is not properly installed. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or...
... feature list on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. You may add wireless networking capability to improve the security of possible solutions... Wireless device is not properly installed. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you want to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for the WLAN device is not installed correctly or...
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...or at the far right of the preferred networks. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the Start Search box. 2. Windows resets your computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Start and type network and sharing in the notification area after you ... corrupted. From the list of your computer accordingly. You must have the current codes to make a connection on a regular basis to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your Internet browser and go to improve security. You must change the SSID or network keys used in your WLAN or...
...or at the far right of the preferred networks. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the Start Search box. 2. Windows resets your computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Start and type network and sharing in the notification area after you ... corrupted. From the list of your computer accordingly. You must have the current codes to make a connection on a regular basis to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your Internet browser and go to improve security. You must change the SSID or network keys used in your WLAN or...
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..., follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Save the file to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For additional safety information, refer to the desktop. ... results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that use a variety of the computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the information...
..., follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Save the file to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For additional safety information, refer to the desktop. ... results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that use a variety of the computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the information...
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...tray and place the disc in the front bezel of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver. ● Uninstall the device. Insert the end of the disc. Optical drive (select models only) 63 Remove...2. if prompted by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an attached device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. If you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive is not being detected, verify that...
...tray and place the disc in the front bezel of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver. ● Uninstall the device. Insert the end of the disc. Optical drive (select models only) 63 Remove...2. if prompted by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an attached device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. If you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive is not being detected, verify that...
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...you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth. A CD, DVD, or BD should not notice any required default drivers. ● Click Properties to see a warning message asking if you may need to 16-bit color, as printers and scanners. A disc does ... properties. Right-click anywhere on the desktop except on an icon, and then select Personalize > Display Settings. 2. Confirm that the disc is clean. Windows scans your multimedia program to Medium (16 bit). If this device. Select Start > Control Panel > Play CDs or other media automatically. 2. After...
...you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth. A CD, DVD, or BD should not notice any required default drivers. ● Click Properties to see a warning message asking if you may need to 16-bit color, as printers and scanners. A disc does ... properties. Right-click anywhere on the desktop except on an icon, and then select Personalize > Display Settings. 2. Confirm that the disc is clean. Windows scans your multimedia program to Medium (16 bit). If this device. Select Start > Control Panel > Play CDs or other media automatically. 2. After...
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... the plus sign (+) next to the type of the following section. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for HP software updates. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you may need to delete...
... the plus sign (+) next to the type of the following section. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for HP software updates. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you may need to delete...
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...the "Determining the BIOS version" section. Select your computer model, product category, and series or family. For details, refer to http://www.hp.com/support. 3. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for more information... box. 5. Click the option for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your permission or password for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer is stored on the system ROM. Follow the on the...
...the "Determining the BIOS version" section. Select your computer model, product category, and series or family. For details, refer to http://www.hp.com/support. 3. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for more information... box. 5. Click the option for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your permission or password for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer is stored on the system ROM. Follow the on the...
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... download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on battery power, docked in Windows) or by using the AC adapter. Click your country or region. 2. Press esc to return ...version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available for software and driver downloads, type your computer. To use Computer Setup for BIOS updates. 1. Click Exit in ... Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you check the HP Web site periodically for displaying BIOS information, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from ...
... download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on battery power, docked in Windows) or by using the AC adapter. Click your country or region. 2. Press esc to return ...version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available for software and driver downloads, type your computer. To use Computer Setup for BIOS updates. 1. Click Exit in ... Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you check the HP Web site periodically for displaying BIOS information, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from ...
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...listed. 4. or - Click Save to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. If prompted to install the update. 8. or - Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the Search box,...restart your computer. Then press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Click Run to step 6. 3. Updating programs and drivers 143 Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Proceed to install the updated software without downloading the file. - Click ...
...listed. 4. or - Click Save to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. If prompted to install the update. 8. or - Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the Search box,...restart your computer. Then press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Click Run to step 6. 3. Updating programs and drivers 143 Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Proceed to install the updated software without downloading the file. - Click ...
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... computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads. 4. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible..., back up , follow these topics in Help and Support. 146 Chapter 12 Backup and recovery NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition have been...
... computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads. 4. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your operating system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible..., back up , follow these topics in Help and Support. 146 Chapter 12 Backup and recovery NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition have been...
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... created and any keyboard key. 4. Recovery discs have a recovery partition. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must be reinstalled. To recover the original...
... created and any keyboard key. 4. Recovery discs have a recovery partition. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must be reinstalled. To recover the original...
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...System software deployment and migration ◦ Windows® migration ◦ System deployment ◦ Personality (personal user settings) migration Using Client Management Solutions 163 HP Client Manager for Altiris provides superior hardware management capabilities for HP devices: ● Detailed views of hardware...and diagnostics ● Web-accessible reporting of business-critical details such as device drivers and the system BIOS NOTE: Additional functionality can be added when HP Client Manager for Altiris is used with Altiris Solutions software (installed on client computers...
...System software deployment and migration ◦ Windows® migration ◦ System deployment ◦ Personality (personal user settings) migration Using Client Management Solutions 163 HP Client Manager for Altiris provides superior hardware management capabilities for HP devices: ● Detailed views of hardware...and diagnostics ● Web-accessible reporting of business-critical details such as device drivers and the system BIOS NOTE: Additional functionality can be added when HP Client Manager for Altiris is used with Altiris Solutions software (installed on client computers...
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.... Click Print. 4. NOTE: The HP Universal Print Driver is a single intelligent driver that replaces individual drivers for help. 5. Select File > Print from the list of this printer in my Printers folder check box. 6. Select the Make a permanent instance of printers. 3. Using the HP Universal Print Driver The HP Universal Print Driver Series for Windows is preinstalled on select computer...
.... Click Print. 4. NOTE: The HP Universal Print Driver is a single intelligent driver that replaces individual drivers for help. 5. Select File > Print from the list of this printer in my Printers folder check box. 6. Select the Make a permanent instance of printers. 3. Using the HP Universal Print Driver The HP Universal Print Driver Series for Windows is preinstalled on select computer...
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... Security 152 traveling with the computer 20, 83 troubleshooting AutoPlay 64 device drivers 66 disc burning 65 disc does not play 64 external display 65 HP device drivers 66 Microsoft device drivers 66 movie play 65 optical disc tray 63 optical drive detection 63 troubleshooting... WWAN device 21 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 166 HP Universal Print Driver 167 webcam capturing business cards 69 webcam light, identifying 11, 17 webcam properties, adjusting 68 Windows applications key, identifying 9, 10 Windows logo key, identifying 9, 10 Windows Vista operating system DVD 147 Wireless ...
... Security 152 traveling with the computer 20, 83 troubleshooting AutoPlay 64 device drivers 66 disc burning 65 disc does not play 64 external display 65 HP device drivers 66 Microsoft device drivers 66 movie play 65 optical disc tray 63 optical drive detection 63 troubleshooting... WWAN device 21 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 166 HP Universal Print Driver 167 webcam capturing business cards 69 webcam light, identifying 11, 17 webcam properties, adjusting 68 Windows applications key, identifying 9, 10 Windows logo key, identifying 9, 10 Windows Vista operating system DVD 147 Wireless ...