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... only to the extent that the right to the original Software Product provided by HP unless HP provides other terms along with any product identification, copyright notices or proprietary restrictions from the Software Product. 6. f. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to do so is mandated under applicable law notwithstanding this limitation or...
... only to the extent that the right to the original Software Product provided by HP unless HP provides other terms along with any product identification, copyright notices or proprietary restrictions from the Software Product. 6. f. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to do so is mandated under applicable law notwithstanding this limitation or...
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...On Password 6-8 Setting a Power-On Password 6-9 Entering a Power-On Password 6-9 Setup Utility Device Security 6-10 Antivirus Software 6-11 Critical Security Updates for Windows XP 6-12 Firewall Software 6-13 Optional Security Cable 6-14 7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Device Connections 7-1 Connecting a Powered Device 7-1 Connecting... Digital Memory Cards 7-4 Using the Digital Media Slot Light 7-5 Inserting a Digital Memory Card 7-6 Removing a Digital Memory Card 7-7 PC Cards 7-8 Inserting a PC Card 7-9 Stopping and Removing a PC Card 7-10 Hardware and Software Guide vii
...On Password 6-8 Setting a Power-On Password 6-9 Entering a Power-On Password 6-9 Setup Utility Device Security 6-10 Antivirus Software 6-11 Critical Security Updates for Windows XP 6-12 Firewall Software 6-13 Optional Security Cable 6-14 7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Device Connections 7-1 Connecting a Powered Device 7-1 Connecting... Digital Memory Cards 7-4 Using the Digital Media Slot Light 7-5 Inserting a Digital Memory Card 7-6 Removing a Digital Memory Card 7-7 PC Cards 7-8 Inserting a PC Card 7-9 Stopping and Removing a PC Card 7-10 Hardware and Software Guide vii
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... 7-12 Replacing the Internal Hard Drive 7-13 Memory 7-17 Increasing Memory 7-17 Removing or Inserting a Memory Module 7-18 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Software Updates 8-1 Preparing for a Software Update 8-2 Downloading and Installing an Update 8-3 Software Recovery 8-7 Using System Restore 8-7 Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only 8-8 Setup Utility 8-9 Opening the Setup Utility 8-9 Changing...
... 7-12 Replacing the Internal Hard Drive 7-13 Memory 7-17 Increasing Memory 7-17 Removing or Inserting a Memory Module 7-18 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Software Updates 8-1 Preparing for a Software Update 8-2 Downloading and Installing an Update 8-3 Software Recovery 8-7 Using System Restore 8-7 Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only 8-8 Setup Utility 8-9 Opening the Setup Utility 8-9 Changing...
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Hardware and Software Guide 1-5 DVD Button Component ID Component Description DVD button When the notebook is ■ On, opens the default DVD application.* ■ In standby, resumes from standby into Windows. ✎ The DVD button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation into Windows. *The function of the DVD button in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." For instructions, refer to the "Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only)" section in Windows can be changed.
Hardware and Software Guide 1-5 DVD Button Component ID Component Description DVD button When the notebook is ■ On, opens the default DVD application.* ■ In standby, resumes from standby into Windows. ✎ The DVD button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation into Windows. *The function of the DVD button in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." For instructions, refer to the "Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only)" section in Windows can be changed.
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Component ID Music Button Component Description Music button When the notebook is ■ On, opens the default music application.* ■ In standby, resumes from standby into Windows. ✎ The music button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation into Windows. *The function of the music button in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." 1-6 Hardware and Software Guide For instructions, refer to the "Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only)" section in Windows can be changed.
Component ID Music Button Component Description Music button When the notebook is ■ On, opens the default music application.* ■ In standby, resumes from standby into Windows. ✎ The music button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation into Windows. *The function of the music button in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." 1-6 Hardware and Software Guide For instructions, refer to the "Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only)" section in Windows can be changed.
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... Guide 1-23 You may need the product number and the serial number when you ever need the Product Key to install some or all notebook models. ■ The software packaged in the "Save for Setup" bag is not preinstalled on your screen, select Start > Help and... Windows Product Key. You may want to update or troubleshoot your notebook. Labels The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you may need when you may need to the inside of the notebook. This certificate is affixed to use your notebook, you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally...
... Guide 1-23 You may need the product number and the serial number when you ever need the Product Key to install some or all notebook models. ■ The software packaged in the "Save for Setup" bag is not preinstalled on your screen, select Start > Help and... Windows Product Key. You may want to update or troubleshoot your notebook. Labels The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you may need when you may need to the inside of the notebook. This certificate is affixed to use your notebook, you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally...
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...Hotkeys on an External Keyboard To use notebook and Windows features. ■ Updates for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your notebook. ■ Tutorials to help you learn to questions about using your notebook. Using Hotkey Commands Open Help and ...Guide 2-7 In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, the Help and Support Center provides ■ Information about your notebook, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications. ■ Answers to use a hotkey command on...
...Hotkeys on an External Keyboard To use notebook and Windows features. ■ Updates for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your notebook. ■ Tutorials to help you learn to questions about using your notebook. Using Hotkey Commands Open Help and ...Guide 2-7 In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, the Help and Support Center provides ■ Information about your notebook, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications. ■ Answers to use a hotkey command on...
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...is playing. Display System Information (fn+esc) The fn+esc hotkey displays information about updating the system ROM, refer to the "CD and DVD Procedures" section in Chapter 4, "Multimedia." On some notebook models, the BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number. For information ... Software Guide For more information about inserting or removing a CD or DVD, refer to the "Software Updates" section in decimal format. The BIOS date is displayed in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." Keyboard and TouchPad Stop an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f10)...
...is playing. Display System Information (fn+esc) The fn+esc hotkey displays information about updating the system ROM, refer to the "CD and DVD Procedures" section in Chapter 4, "Multimedia." On some notebook models, the BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number. For information ... Software Guide For more information about inserting or removing a CD or DVD, refer to the "Software Updates" section in decimal format. The BIOS date is displayed in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." Keyboard and TouchPad Stop an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f10)...
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... Button Information To find ■ A summary of the DVD and music button, refer to the "Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only)" section in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." Finding Media Activity Button Information To find information about using the volume buttons in Windows, refer to the "Volume Controls...
... Button Information To find ■ A summary of the DVD and music button, refer to the "Quick Launch Buttons (Select Models Only)" section in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." Finding Media Activity Button Information To find information about using the volume buttons in Windows, refer to the "Volume Controls...
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...button in Windows or to change the function of music button functions, refer to the "Music Button" section in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." To change the default DVD player or music player application, refer to the "DVD Button" section in... Only)" section in Chapter 1, "Component ID." 4-16 Hardware and Software Guide Multimedia Opening Default Windows Multimedia Applications ■ To open your notebook default DVD player application, press the DVD button 1. ■ To open the default music player application, press the music button 2. The DVD...
...button in Windows or to change the function of music button functions, refer to the "Music Button" section in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." To change the default DVD player or music player application, refer to the "DVD Button" section in... Only)" section in Chapter 1, "Component ID." 4-16 Hardware and Software Guide Multimedia Opening Default Windows Multimedia Applications ■ To open your notebook default DVD player application, press the DVD button 1. ■ To open the default music player application, press the music button 2. The DVD...
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... information, and data from being mishandled or stolen. Security features provided with your notebook, some security features may be configured in this guide for using ■ Antivirus software ■ Windows updates ■ Firewall software In addition to the Windows operating system security measures, the following table may help you use . 6 Security Security...
... information, and data from being mishandled or stolen. Security features provided with your notebook, some security features may be configured in this guide for using ■ Antivirus software ■ Windows updates ■ Firewall software In addition to the Windows operating system security measures, the following table may help you use . 6 Security Security...
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... access to data ■ Firewall software ■ Windows updates Unauthorized access to the Setup Administrator password in the Setup utility BIOS settings and other system utility* identification information Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)... to "Optional Security Cable." *The Setup utility is a non-Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is turned on your notebook to navigate and make selections. 6-2 Hardware and Software Guide Security To Protect Against Use This Security Feature Unauthorized use...
... access to data ■ Firewall software ■ Windows updates Unauthorized access to the Setup Administrator password in the Setup utility BIOS settings and other system utility* identification information Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)... to "Optional Security Cable." *The Setup utility is a non-Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is turned on your notebook to navigate and make selections. 6-2 Hardware and Software Guide Security To Protect Against Use This Security Feature Unauthorized use...
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... function abnormally. To provide protection against viruses, it is preinstalled on the notebook. To protect your operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them , and in most viruses, destroy them to computer viruses. ... have caused. For more information about computer viruses: 1. Norton AntiVirus is recommended that you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you use antivirus software. For more information about using and updating the Norton AntiVirus software: » Select Start > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > Help and Support...
... function abnormally. To provide protection against viruses, it is preinstalled on the notebook. To protect your operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them , and in most viruses, destroy them to computer viruses. ... have caused. For more information about computer viruses: 1. Norton AntiVirus is recommended that you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you use antivirus software. For more information about using and updating the Norton AntiVirus software: » Select Start > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > Help and Support...
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... included with your system using the Critical Security Updates for Windows XP Ä CAUTION: To protect your notebook, use the update link at Start > Help and Support. To update your notebook to install the latest recommended updates from the Microsoft Web site as well as you install every critical update from Microsoft as soon as through the...
... included with your system using the Critical Security Updates for Windows XP Ä CAUTION: To protect your notebook, use the update link at Start > Help and Support. To update your notebook to install the latest recommended updates from the Microsoft Web site as well as you install every critical update from Microsoft as soon as through the...
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... contains. For information about using an optional wireless device, refer to Chapter 5, "Wireless (Select Models Only)." The Digital Media Slot in the notebook can support: ■ Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) ■ MultiMediaCard ■ SmartMedia (SM)... about using the Network Service Boot feature to connect the notebook to a PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) server during startup, refer to the "Using Advanced Setup Utility Features" section in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." The Help and Support utility...
... contains. For information about using an optional wireless device, refer to Chapter 5, "Wireless (Select Models Only)." The Digital Media Slot in the notebook can support: ■ Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) ■ MultiMediaCard ■ SmartMedia (SM)... about using the Network Service Boot feature to connect the notebook to a PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) server during startup, refer to the "Using Advanced Setup Utility Features" section in Chapter 8, "Software Updates and Recovery and System Software." The Help and Support utility...
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Prepare for a ROM (read-only memory) update by identifying your notebook category, product name, product number, and serial number. 2. Prepare for any other software modification, it is to use the software update links provided at the HP Web site. 4. Download and install the updates. For instructions, refer to "Using System Restore" later in the following sections...
Prepare for a ROM (read-only memory) update by identifying your notebook category, product name, product number, and serial number. 2. Prepare for any other software modification, it is to use the software update links provided at the HP Web site. 4. Download and install the updates. For instructions, refer to "Using System Restore" later in the following sections...
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... for displaying ROM information is displayed in this chapter. 8-2 Hardware and Software Guide Accessing Notebook Product Information To access the updates for your network administrator before installing any software updates, particularly a ROM update. Accessing Notebook ROM Information To determine whether an available ROM update is a later ROM version than the ROM version currently installed on the...
... for displaying ROM information is displayed in this chapter. 8-2 Hardware and Software Guide Accessing Notebook Product Information To access the updates for your network administrator before installing any software updates, particularly a ROM update. Accessing Notebook ROM Information To determine whether an available ROM update is a later ROM version than the ROM version currently installed on the...
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...compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some ROM updates may be packaged in the Setup utility: 1. To open with ROMPaqs are in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If the Setup utility does not open the Setup utility, turn on or restart the notebook in compressed files called ROMPaqs. ...displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Exit menu > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. (The notebook restarts in Windows.) Downloading and Installing an Update Most software at the HP Web site is packaged in Windows, and then press f10 while the prompt, "Press to select the Main menu...
...compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some ROM updates may be packaged in the Setup utility: 1. To open with ROMPaqs are in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If the Setup utility does not open the Setup utility, turn on or restart the notebook in compressed files called ROMPaqs. ...displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Exit menu > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. (The notebook restarts in Windows.) Downloading and Installing an Update Most software at the HP Web site is packaged in Windows, and then press f10 while the prompt, "Press to select the Main menu...
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... after it has been downloaded.) c. Follow the online instructions to download your notebook and access the ROM update you want to the hard drive. 8-4 Hardware and Software Guide Access the page at the HP Web site that is docked in an optional docking device or running on the... screen to identify your selection to download. 3. Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Downloading and Installing a ROM Update Ä CAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful ...
... after it has been downloaded.) c. Follow the online instructions to download your notebook and access the ROM update you want to the hard drive. 8-4 Hardware and Software Guide Access the page at the HP Web site that is docked in an optional docking device or running on the... screen to identify your selection to download. 3. Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Downloading and Installing a ROM Update Ä CAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful ...
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... on the screen to identify your notebook, select Start > Help and Support, and then select a software update link. To begin the installation, open Windows Explorer from the destination folder. Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Installing a ROM Update ROM installation procedures vary. To open... Guide 8-5 In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive containing the update. 3. Access the page at the HP Web site that are displayed: 1. To complete the installation, follow the path you can delete the downloaded file from...
... on the screen to identify your notebook, select Start > Help and Support, and then select a software update link. To begin the installation, open Windows Explorer from the destination folder. Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Installing a ROM Update ROM installation procedures vary. To open... Guide 8-5 In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive containing the update. 3. Access the page at the HP Web site that are displayed: 1. To complete the installation, follow the path you can delete the downloaded file from...