Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...regularly to help you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. 1 Recovery Manager works from recovery discs you experience system failure or instability. Recovery discs have a partition. With Recovery Manager...includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. HP recommends that do not have been included for computers that you ...
...regularly to help you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. 1 Recovery Manager works from recovery discs you experience system failure or instability. Recovery discs have a partition. With Recovery Manager...includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. HP recommends that do not have been included for computers that you ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... you use HP Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Use these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that was preinstalled at the factory. ...), you may not have been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the recovery discs: 1. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set up all personal files. 2. Back up your computer. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs...
... you use HP Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Use these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that was preinstalled at the factory. ...), you may not have been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the recovery discs: 1. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set up all personal files. 2. Back up your computer. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 5 personal files 5 templates 5 backup suggestions 5 F f11 8 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 7 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 8 recovering from the recovery discs 7 recovery 7 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 7 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 7 restore points 6 S safeguarding information 1 solid-...
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 5 personal files 5 templates 5 backup suggestions 5 F f11 8 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 7 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 8 recovering from the recovery discs 7 recovery 7 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 7 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 7 restore points 6 S safeguarding information 1 solid-...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... update that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your selection to download. 3. When the Main ... name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on your hard drive. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. Open the Setup Utility by ... update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by opening the Setup Utility.
... update that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your selection to download. 3. When the Main ... name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on your hard drive. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. Open the Setup Utility by ... update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by opening the Setup Utility.
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. When prompted, click Save and then ...file to install. 7. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to step 6. 3. If you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later.
... the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. When prompted, click Save and then ...file to install. 7. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to step 6. 3. If you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... permission or password for the WLAN device is listed, either your computer. The listing for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm... 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. If no WLAN device is not properly installed. For...
... permission or password for the WLAN device is listed, either your computer. The listing for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm... 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. If no WLAN device is not properly installed. For...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu.
NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. The driver must be displayed. Network status icon is not displayed If the network status icon is either missing or corrupted. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. To get the latest ... country or region. 3. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the search box. 4.
... was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. The driver must be displayed. Network status icon is not displayed If the network status icon is either missing or corrupted. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. To get the latest ... country or region. 3. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the search box. 4.
Drives - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... is not visible on an external display 23 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 25 Obtaining HP device drivers 26 iii
... is not visible on an external display 23 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 25 Obtaining HP device drivers 26 iii
Drives - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... from the optical drive. 2. Right-click the optical drive listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for hardware changes. The computer does not detect the optical drive 19 Refer to the previously installed driver. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to troubleshoot the device and then update, uninstall, or...
... from the optical drive. 2. Right-click the optical drive listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for hardware changes. The computer does not detect the optical drive 19 Refer to the previously installed driver. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to troubleshoot the device and then update, uninstall, or...
Drives - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...Account Control, click Continue. 3. Try to uninstall and reinstall (for your device. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 Open your Internet browser, and go to... 5. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save all open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. MediaSmart is installed on ), ...
...Account Control, click Continue. 3. Try to uninstall and reinstall (for your device. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 Open your Internet browser, and go to... 5. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save all open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. MediaSmart is installed on ), ...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...affixed to the bottom of the countries or regions in years) of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed to the bottom ... of the warranty period for this information available when you need to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . You may need this information 15 You may need the...regulatory information about the computer. Describes the duration (in which the modem has been approved for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one ...
...affixed to the bottom of the countries or regions in years) of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed to the bottom ... of the warranty period for this information available when you need to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . You may need this information 15 You may need the...regulatory information about the computer. Describes the duration (in which the modem has been approved for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one ...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows VIsta
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... version number. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to use a hotkey command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press... the second key of the active Windows program. Function Hotkey Stop an audio CD or a DVD. or - ● Press and hold down the fn...
... version number. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to use a hotkey command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press... the second key of the active Windows program. Function Hotkey Stop an audio CD or a DVD. or - ● Press and hold down the fn...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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The optical disc tray does not open ...18 The computer does not detect the optical drive 19 A disc does not play ...19 A disc does not play automatically ...20 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 20 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 21 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 21 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 21 A device driver must be reinstalled ...21 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 22 Obtaining HP device drivers 22 Index ...24 iv
The optical disc tray does not open ...18 The computer does not detect the optical drive 19 A disc does not play ...19 A disc does not play automatically ...20 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 20 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 21 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 21 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 21 A device driver must be reinstalled ...21 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 22 Obtaining HP device drivers 22 Index ...24 iv
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... the volume before putting on headphones, ear buds, or a headset. Connecting external audio devices 7 Click Hardware and Sound. 3. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your computer, ...● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Click Sound. 4. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. For additional safety...
... the volume before putting on headphones, ear buds, or a headset. Connecting external audio devices 7 Click Hardware and Sound. 3. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on your computer, ...● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Click Sound. 4. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. For additional safety...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... Maintenance > Device Manager. Windows scans your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Log off the Internet before playing the disc. NOTE: You can click the Roll Back Driver option if the device fails after updating the driver. Wipe from the optical drive...; Click Properties to troubleshoot the device and then update, uninstall, or disable the device driver: 1. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to the previously installed driver. NOTE: If the drive is already showing. This option rolls back to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a ...
... Maintenance > Device Manager. Windows scans your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Log off the Internet before playing the disc. NOTE: You can click the Roll Back Driver option if the device fails after updating the driver. Wipe from the optical drive...; Click Properties to troubleshoot the device and then update, uninstall, or disable the device driver: 1. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to the previously installed driver. NOTE: If the drive is already showing. This option rolls back to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. NOTE: When using the right kind of disc for more times to a new disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart.../CD-ROM drives category in this guide, select Start > Help and Support. See your user guides for your drive. A device driver must be reinstalled To reinstall a device driver, follow these steps: 1. Remove any display designated as the secondary display. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. MediaSmart ...
... the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. NOTE: When using the right kind of disc for more times to a new disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart.../CD-ROM drives category in this guide, select Start > Help and Support. See your user guides for your drive. A device driver must be reinstalled To reinstall a device driver, follow these steps: 1. Remove any display designated as the secondary display. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. MediaSmart ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... to install Microsoft Update. To use Microsoft Update: 1. Windows scans your hardware drivers, as well as for HP software updates. 22 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. 3. Repeat for updates to the Windows operating system and other drivers you are once again listed. 7. Click Security & Updates...
... to install Microsoft Update. To use Microsoft Update: 1. Windows scans your hardware drivers, as well as for HP software updates. 22 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 5. 3. Repeat for updates to the Windows operating system and other drivers you are once again listed. 7. Click Security & Updates...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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...3 rotate 3 C CD burning 15 inserting 12 removing, with power 16 CD drive 10 checking audio functions 7 D device drivers HP drivers 22 Microsoft drivers 22 drives, optical drive 10 DVD changing region setting 15 inserting 12 removing, with power 16 DVD drive 10 DVD region ...codes, DVD 15 rotate button 3 S software installing 6 MediaSmart 5 multimedia 6 Windows Media Player 6 speakers 2 T troubleshooting device driver 21 disc burning 21 disc play 19, 20 DVD movie play 20 external display 21 HP device drivers 22 Microsoft drivers 22 optical disc tray 18 optical drive detection 19 V video, using 9 ...
...3 rotate 3 C CD burning 15 inserting 12 removing, with power 16 CD drive 10 checking audio functions 7 D device drivers HP drivers 22 Microsoft drivers 22 drives, optical drive 10 DVD changing region setting 15 inserting 12 removing, with power 16 DVD drive 10 DVD region ...codes, DVD 15 rotate button 3 S software installing 6 MediaSmart 5 multimedia 6 Windows Media Player 6 speakers 2 T troubleshooting device driver 21 disc burning 21 disc play 19, 20 DVD movie play 20 external display 21 HP device drivers 22 Microsoft drivers 22 optical disc tray 18 optical drive detection 19 V video, using 9 ...
Preparing Advanced Format hard drives for Microsoft Windows installations on HP Business Notebook PCs and desktop PCs - White Pa
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... Format-aware so that is not supported by HP. To optimize performance with Windows 7 or WinPE, apply Microsoft Knowledge Base article 982018. For AMD platforms, upgrade to the latest version of the AMD SATA AHCI Driver. Note: When a Linux image is being installed...PC to re-image the drive F F F F F F A Table 2. The Linux kernel performs accesses in multiples of the hardware page size, which is 4 KB on optimizing performance in various scenarios involving the use of an Advanced Format drive Windows 7 Windows Vista SP1 or later Windows Vista prior to SP1 Windows XP Windows...
... Format-aware so that is not supported by HP. To optimize performance with Windows 7 or WinPE, apply Microsoft Knowledge Base article 982018. For AMD platforms, upgrade to the latest version of the AMD SATA AHCI Driver. Note: When a Linux image is being installed...PC to re-image the drive F F F F F F A Table 2. The Linux kernel performs accesses in multiples of the hardware page size, which is 4 KB on optimizing performance in various scenarios involving the use of an Advanced Format drive Windows 7 Windows Vista SP1 or later Windows Vista prior to SP1 Windows XP Windows...