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... completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...79 Replacing the hard drive ...80 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB device ...84 Connecting a USB device 84 Removing a USB device ...85 Using Digital Media Slot cards ...86 Inserting a digital card ...86 Removing a digital card ...87 viii
... completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...79 Replacing the hard drive ...80 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB device ...84 Connecting a USB device 84 Removing a USB device ...85 Using Digital Media Slot cards ...86 Inserting a digital card ...86 Removing a digital card ...87 viii
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... an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Produces sound when connected to cycle on select models Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Component Description (1) External monitor port (labeled on and off during routine operation. (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (6) Audio-in...
... an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Produces sound when connected to cycle on select models Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Component Description (1) External monitor port (labeled on and off during routine operation. (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (6) Audio-in...
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... network connection problem, be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. The listing for a WLAN device...
... network connection problem, be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. The listing for a WLAN device...
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... latest HP device drivers 1. Open your computer model number in the search box, and then press enter. - If you are once again listed. 7. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. To do so, restart your device. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your Internet browser...
... latest HP device drivers 1. Open your computer model number in the search box, and then press enter. - If you are once again listed. 7. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. To do so, restart your device. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your Internet browser...
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.... 2. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. 78 Chapter 6 Drives A USB drive can be sure that the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached...
.... 2. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. 78 Chapter 6 Drives A USB drive can be sure that the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached...
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... the hard drive become fragmented. You may be prompted for your hard drive at any time. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can run more efficiently. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
... the hard drive become fragmented. You may be prompted for your hard drive at any time. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can run more efficiently. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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...secondary hard drive. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Run a comprehensive self-test on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. Setup Utility menus 101 When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Enable/disable Action Key Mode. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. System Configuration menu...
...secondary hard drive. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Run a comprehensive self-test on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility in DC mode. Setup Utility menus 101 When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Enable/disable Action Key Mode. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. System Configuration menu...
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... model, product category, and series or family. Refer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. B Software updates Updated versions of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... model, product category, and series or family. Refer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. B Software updates Updated versions of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
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... initiate Sleep or Hibernation. You will be downloaded. Double-click your selection to the hard drive. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after the download is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. At the download area, follow these steps: a. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by selecting Start...
... initiate Sleep or Hibernation. You will be downloaded. Double-click your selection to the hard drive. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after the download is complete. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. At the download area, follow these steps: a. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by selecting Start...
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... steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your hard drive. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. To do so, restart your operating system. 5. Open your web browser, go to install. 7. or - Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search...
... steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, enter your hard drive. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. To do so, restart your operating system. 5. Open your web browser, go to install. 7. or - Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search...
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... Bluetooth label 12 boot options 101 112 Index boot order 101 button sound 101 buttons power 4 TouchPad 2 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 96 USB 84 calibrating battery 57 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 101 CD burning 72 copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 CD drive 78 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 98 charging batteries 55, 57 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
... Bluetooth label 12 boot options 101 112 Index boot order 101 button sound 101 buttons power 4 TouchPad 2 TouchPad off indicator 28 TouchPad right/left 28 C cables LAN 27 modem 23 security 96 USB 84 calibrating battery 57 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 101 CD burning 72 copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 CD drive 78 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 98 charging batteries 55, 57 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware...
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...-on password 94 entering an administrator password 93 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 100 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 78 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 111 fan always on 101 firewall 17 firewall software 95 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 106 G graphics modes, switching 62 H hard drive installing 82 removing 80 replacing 80 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 101 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 47 initiated during critical battery...
...-on password 94 entering an administrator password 93 esc key, identifying 5 exiting Setup Utility 100 external audio devices, connecting 40 external drive 78 external monitor port, identifying 7 F f11 111 fan always on 101 firewall 17 firewall software 95 fn key, identifying 5 full system recovery 106 G graphics modes, switching 62 H hard drive installing 82 removing 80 replacing 80 hard drive bay, identifying 8 hard drive self test 101 HDMI connecting 42 HDMI port 42 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 36 headphones 36 Hibernation exiting 47 initiated during critical battery...
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... driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system 63 USB cable, connecting 84 USB devices connecting 84 description 84 removing 85 USB hubs 84 USB port, identifying 6, 7 USB ports, identifying 84 using Setup Utility 98 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 7, 8 video, using 41 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down action key 36 volume mute action key 36 volume up action key 36 volume, adjusting 37 W webcam adjusting...
... driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system 63 USB cable, connecting 84 USB devices connecting 84 description 84 removing 85 USB hubs 84 USB port, identifying 6, 7 USB ports, identifying 84 using Setup Utility 98 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 7, 8 video, using 41 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down action key 36 volume mute action key 36 volume up action key 36 volume, adjusting 37 W webcam adjusting...
Service Guide
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The webcam module is available using spare part number 600166-001. ENWW Component replacement procedures 73 Reverse this procedure to install the webcam module. 13. Reverse this procedure to the display enclosure. 10. To replace the webcam module (select models only), lift the webcam module as the webcam module cable allows. 12. Disconnect the webcam module cable (1) from the display enclosure as far from the webcam module, and remove the webcam module (2). To replace the display hinge covers, remove the two Phillips PM2...
The webcam module is available using spare part number 600166-001. ENWW Component replacement procedures 73 Reverse this procedure to install the webcam module. 13. Reverse this procedure to the display enclosure. 10. To replace the webcam module (select models only), lift the webcam module as the webcam module cable allows. 12. Disconnect the webcam module cable (1) from the display enclosure as far from the webcam module, and remove the webcam module (2). To replace the display hinge covers, remove the two Phillips PM2...
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...; Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on . Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable Action Keys Mode. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in Windows 7 93 Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Enable/disable LAN Power...
...; Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on . Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable Action Keys Mode. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in Windows 7 93 Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Enable/disable LAN Power...
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... boot device-USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device-USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device-USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device-Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device-USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device-Network controller ● Swap the functions of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when the operating system is not running. ◦ Startup from bootable USB devices, including a hard drive, diskette drive, or optical drive connected by the computer. When enabled, USB legacy support allows the following: ◦ Use of the fn key and left ctrl key. ● Enable/disable USB legacy...
... boot device-USB CD-ROM ◦ 2nd boot device-USB floppy ◦ 3rd boot device-USB SuperDisk ◦ 4th boot device-Notebook hard drive ◦ 5th boot device-USB hard disk ◦ 6th boot device-Network controller ● Swap the functions of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when the operating system is not running. ◦ Startup from bootable USB devices, including a hard drive, diskette drive, or optical drive connected by the computer. When enabled, USB legacy support allows the following: ◦ Use of the fn key and left ctrl key. ● Enable/disable USB legacy...
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... direct memory access (DMA) channels, input/output (I/O) ports, interrupt request (IRQ) lines, and memory addresses. Select Start > My Computer, or double-click My Computer on the computer. System resource specifications Use Device Manager to malfunction or become inoperable. If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, manually change resource settings. Select Start > Computer. 2. On the left, click Device Manager. 4. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware...
... direct memory access (DMA) channels, input/output (I/O) ports, interrupt request (IRQ) lines, and memory addresses. Select Start > My Computer, or double-click My Computer on the computer. System resource specifications Use Device Manager to malfunction or become inoperable. If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, manually change resource settings. Select Start > Computer. 2. On the left, click Device Manager. 4. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware...
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...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 30, 50 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 105 boot options 93, 98 boot order 93, 98 button sound 93 buttons power 10 TouchPad right/left 8 C cables, service considerations 40 camera module removal 73 spare part number 73 camera, product description 3 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader Power Saving 93 changing the language of Setup Utility 89 chipset, product description 2 compartments memory module 15 components additional hardware 17...
...-ray Disc ROM LightScribe with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer spare part number 30, 50 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 105 boot options 93, 98 boot order 93, 98 button sound 93 buttons power 10 TouchPad right/left 8 C cables, service considerations 40 camera module removal 73 spare part number 73 camera, product description 3 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader Power Saving 93 changing the language of Setup Utility 89 chipset, product description 2 compartments memory module 15 components additional hardware 17...
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... (network 14 K keyboard product description 5 removal 57 spare part numbers 21, 57 keys Calculator 11 esc 11 fn 11 function 11 Media application 11 Print 11 Send e-mail 11 Web browser 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 93 language support 93 latch, battery release 15 legacy support, USB 94, 98 light power 9 lights caps lock 9 Digital Media Slot 14 webcam 12 wireless 9 M Main menu 92 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 30 memory module product description 2 removal...
... (network 14 K keyboard product description 5 removal 57 spare part numbers 21, 57 keys Calculator 11 esc 11 fn 11 function 11 Media application 11 Print 11 Send e-mail 11 Web browser 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 93 language support 93 latch, battery release 15 legacy support, USB 94, 98 light power 9 lights caps lock 9 Digital Media Slot 14 webcam 12 wireless 9 M Main menu 92 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 30 memory module product description 2 removal...
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... 3 external media cards 4 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 5 optical drives 3 pointing devices 5 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 107 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 112 recovering from the recovery discs 112 recovery discs 107, 108 Recovery Manager 107, 111 recovery partition 107 recovery, system 111 removal/replacement preliminaries 39 procedures 44 restore points 111 restoring default settings 91...
... 3 external media cards 4 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 2 microphone 3 modem module 3 operating system 5 optical drives 3 pointing devices 5 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 107 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 112 recovering from the recovery discs 112 recovery discs 107, 108 Recovery Manager 107, 111 recovery partition 107 recovery, system 111 removal/replacement preliminaries 39 procedures 44 restore points 111 restoring default settings 91...