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... system and software programs installed at the factory must be reinstalled. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that might prevent Windows from a backup. 1. If possible, check for Startup Menu" message is displayed on the screen. 5. Personal files... your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 Operating System Operating System DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you are permanently removed. If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer...
... system and software programs installed at the factory must be reinstalled. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that might prevent Windows from a backup. 1. If possible, check for Startup Menu" message is displayed on the screen. 5. Personal files... your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 Operating System Operating System DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you are permanently removed. If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer...
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... computer are permanently removed. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery. 1. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the "Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. 3. You may...
... computer are permanently removed. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery. 1. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the "Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. 3. You may...
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... operating system DVD, go to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. All files you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to http://www.hp.com/support, select your most recent backup (stored on discs or on the computer are unable to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers ..., press any software installed on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive.
... operating system DVD, go to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. All files you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to http://www.hp.com/support, select your most recent backup (stored on discs or on the computer are unable to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers ..., press any software installed on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive.
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.... Recovering the operating system and programs CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. To recover your computer): You can use the discs to AC power before you previously ...the computer provides the following tools to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the Windows Backup utility to the document. Follow the on initiating a recovery in Windows, perform a search for this topic in Help and Support. The Backup...
.... Recovering the operating system and programs CAUTION: The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. To recover your computer): You can use the discs to AC power before you previously ...the computer provides the following tools to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools (select models only): You can use the Windows Backup utility to the document. Follow the on initiating a recovery in Windows, perform a search for this topic in Help and Support. The Backup...
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Follow the on -screen instructions to install the drivers and programs. Backup and recovery in Windows XP 193 After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Follow the on -screen instructions to install the operating system. 6. Turn on the computer. 5. 4.
Follow the on -screen instructions to install the drivers and programs. Backup and recovery in Windows XP 193 After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Follow the on -screen instructions to install the operating system. 6. Turn on the computer. 5. 4.
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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...126 Using Computer Setup System IDs 127 Using antivirus software ...128 Using firewall software ...129 Installing critical updates ...130 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 131 Installing a security cable ...132 11 Software updates Updating software ...133 Updating the ...135 Downloading a BIOS update 135 Updating programs and drivers ...137 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...139 Performing a recovery ...141 Using the Windows recovery tools 141 Using f11 recovery tools 142 Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately 142 13 Computer...
...126 Using Computer Setup System IDs 127 Using antivirus software ...128 Using firewall software ...129 Installing critical updates ...130 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 131 Installing a security cable ...132 11 Software updates Updating software ...133 Updating the ...135 Downloading a BIOS update 135 Updating programs and drivers ...137 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...139 Performing a recovery ...141 Using the Windows recovery tools 141 Using f11 recovery tools 142 Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately 142 13 Computer...
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... and local area network All of the wireless devices on your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are on (blue) when you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Wired network (connected) Indicates ... Indicates that one or more wireless devices, and two wireless lights. Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel, and no network devices are connected to a wired or wireless network. Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more ...
... and local area network All of the wireless devices on your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are on (blue) when you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Wired network (connected) Indicates ... Indicates that one or more wireless devices, and two wireless lights. Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel, and no network devices are connected to a wired or wireless network. Network (disconnected) Indicates that one or more ...
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...Center. 2. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you wish to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network icon in ...in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or...
...Center. 2. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you wish to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network icon in ...in the notification area, follow these steps: 1. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or...
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... the available WLANs is not listed, check with new wireless network keys and SSID for software and driver downloads, and then type your Web browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification... encryption data into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to your country or region. 3. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Select your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the latest software. NOTE...
... the available WLANs is not listed, check with new wireless network keys and SSID for software and driver downloads, and then type your Web browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification... encryption data into your computer to identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to your country or region. 3. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Select your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the latest software. NOTE...
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..., click the Sounds tab. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. ...required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use a variety of the computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or ...
..., click the Sounds tab. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. ...required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use a variety of the computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or ...
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...drive is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. 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. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer ... of the disc. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall Optical drive (select models only) 57 Remove any discs from the tray...
...drive is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. 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. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer ... of the disc. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall Optical drive (select models only) 57 Remove any discs from the tray...
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...program may resume. - Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. If this setting is clean. Click OK. 58 Chapter 4 Multimedia Windows scans your system for scratches. If you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth. To return to 16-bit color..., as printers and scanners. After you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for installed hardware and installs any loss of the following ways: ◦ Playback may ...
...program may resume. - Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. If this setting is clean. Click OK. 58 Chapter 4 Multimedia Windows scans your system for scratches. If you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth. To return to 16-bit color..., as printers and scanners. After you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for installed hardware and installs any loss of the following ways: ◦ Playback may ...
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... showing. 4. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your drivers using Windows Update. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be reinstalled 1. ● If you are copying a disc, save all open files,...screen instructions. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for the Windows operating system and other drivers you are once again listed. 7. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in ...
... showing. 4. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your drivers using Windows Update. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be reinstalled 1. ● If you are copying a disc, save all open files,...screen instructions. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for the Windows operating system and other drivers you are once again listed. 7. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in ...
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... system ROM. Open your computer model number in English only.) To update the software using the HP Web site, follow these steps: 1. HP Assistant automatically checks for software and driver downloads, and then type your Web browser, and go to the "Determining the BIOS version" ...installing and troubleshooting the file. (Readme.txt files included with ROMPaqs are available either through the HP Assistant or on the computer. Click the option for updates from HP. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before ...
... system ROM. Open your computer model number in English only.) To update the software using the HP Web site, follow these steps: 1. HP Assistant automatically checks for software and driver downloads, and then type your Web browser, and go to the "Determining the BIOS version" ...installing and troubleshooting the file. (Readme.txt files included with ROMPaqs are available either through the HP Assistant or on the computer. Click the option for updates from HP. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before ...
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...from the AC outlet. During the download and installation, follow the on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the models listed. 4. Do not insert, remove, ... press enter. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you check the HP Web site periodically for your computer. Click Exit in the product box, and then press enter. 3....to reliable external power using Computer Setup. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. Click your computer model number in the lower-left corner of ...
...from the AC outlet. During the download and installation, follow the on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the models listed. 4. Do not insert, remove, ... press enter. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you check the HP Web site periodically for your computer. Click Exit in the product box, and then press enter. 3....to reliable external power using Computer Setup. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. Click your computer model number in the lower-left corner of ...
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... the file to install the updated software without downloading the file. - Click Download. 7. Click Save to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country or region. 2. Open your Web browser, go to your computer after the installation is displayed, ...click an update to do so, restart your computer. When the list of updates is complete. or - Updating programs and drivers 1. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. When prompted, select a storage location on your computer model number in the product box,...
... the file to install the updated software without downloading the file. - Click Download. 7. Click Save to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country or region. 2. Open your Web browser, go to your computer after the installation is displayed, ...click an update to do so, restart your computer. When the list of updates is complete. or - Updating programs and drivers 1. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. When prompted, select a storage location on your computer model number in the product box,...
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... information you are permanently removed. To recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools: You can use Windows Startup Repair to recover your information using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the computer, and then press f8...
... information you are permanently removed. To recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools: You can use Windows Startup Repair to recover your information using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the computer, and then press f8...
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.... 5. NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you have created and any software installed on the computer are unable to boot (start up) your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately... Manage, and then click Disk Management. All files you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. If the HP Recovery partition is easily accessible. Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. Make sure that were installed...
.... 5. NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you have created and any software installed on the computer are unable to boot (start up) your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately... Manage, and then click Disk Management. All files you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. If the HP Recovery partition is easily accessible. Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. Make sure that were installed...
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... use your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for anything requiring drivers. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of driver you want to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. In the...
... use your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for anything requiring drivers. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of driver you want to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. In the...
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...and then follow the on -screen instructions to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Open your computer model number in the product box. 3. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Microsoft® Update. Click the option for ...Optical drive (select models only) 59 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be set to http://www.microsoft.com, and click Security & Updates. 2. To use the HP Web site: 1. If prompted to get the latest updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 5. To use...
...and then follow the on -screen instructions to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Open your computer model number in the product box. 3. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Microsoft® Update. Click the option for ...Optical drive (select models only) 59 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be set to http://www.microsoft.com, and click Security & Updates. 2. To use the HP Web site: 1. If prompted to get the latest updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 5. To use...