Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v
Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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... interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end (2) of the cable toward the computer. 1 In some countries, a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately) is also required. Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem...
... interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end (2) of the cable toward the computer. 1 In some countries, a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately) is also required. Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Plug the modem cable into the country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately). Plug the country- To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, ...follow these steps: 1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable (purchased separately) outside the country or region in which you...
Plug the modem cable into the country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (purchased separately). Plug the country- To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, ...follow these steps: 1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable (purchased separately) outside the country or region in which you...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem cable adapter 3 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9
Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem cable adapter 3 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... your permission or password for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. For more information. 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Refer to...
... your permission or password for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. For more information. 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Refer to...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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...menu option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Run a diagnostic test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Boot Options Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology...;Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM ...
...menu option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Run a diagnostic test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Boot Options Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology...;Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM ...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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Open the Setup Utility by unplugging the power cord from the computer by turning on the HP Web site that is connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to an optional power source. ..., and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are...
Open the Setup Utility by unplugging the power cord from the computer by turning on the HP Web site that is connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to an optional power source. ..., and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of options may be displayed. 2 Chapter 1 Using Digital Media Slot cards CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated.
Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of options may be displayed. 2 Chapter 1 Using Digital Media Slot cards CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated.
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... the computer air vents. To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer... directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
... the computer air vents. To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer... directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Right-side components Component (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) RJ-11 (modem) jack (6) AC adapter light (7) Power connector Description Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to external power. Connects an optional USB device. Right-side components 9 Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to optical discs. Connects a network cable. Connects an AC adapter. Connects a modem cable. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is being accessed.
Right-side components Component (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) RJ-11 (modem) jack (6) AC adapter light (7) Power connector Description Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to external power. Connects an optional USB device. Right-side components 9 Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to optical discs. Connects a network cable. Connects an AC adapter. Connects a modem cable. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is being accessed.
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Components
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Components
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Index A AC adapter light, identifying 9 AC adapter, identifying 14 antennae 13 applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 8 audio-out (headphone) jacks, identifying 8 B battery bay, identifying 11 battery light, identifying 4 battery ...
Index A AC adapter light, identifying 9 AC adapter, identifying 14 antennae 13 applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 8 audio-out (headphone) jacks, identifying 8 B battery bay, identifying 11 battery light, identifying 4 battery ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... cable (purchased separately), available from most electronic retailers. Press fn+f4 on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected to Display adapters. 12 Chapter 4 Video You must also determine what type of graphics card is installed on your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer keyboard...
... cable (purchased separately), available from most electronic retailers. Press fn+f4 on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected to Display adapters. 12 Chapter 4 Video You must also determine what type of graphics card is installed on your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer keyboard...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... the current power plan 3 Selecting a different power plan 3 Customizing power plans ...3 Setting password protection on wakeup 3 2 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...6 Testing an AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 8 Using Battery Check ...8 Displaying the remaining battery charge 9 Inserting or removing the battery ...9 Charging...
... the current power plan 3 Selecting a different power plan 3 Customizing power plans ...3 Setting password protection on wakeup 3 2 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...6 Testing an AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 8 Using Battery Check ...8 Displaying the remaining battery charge 9 Inserting or removing the battery ...9 Charging...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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...display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. 5 2 Using external AC power External AC power is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes ... following conditions: WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional docking device or expansion product Connect the computer to charge. ...
...display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. 5 2 Using external AC power External AC power is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes ... following conditions: WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional docking device or expansion product Connect the computer to charge. ...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... cord into an AC outlet (3). 6 Chapter 2 Using external AC power If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the computer. 2. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Disconnect power from the... computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a...
... cord into an AC outlet (3). 6 Chapter 2 Using external AC power If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the computer. 2. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Disconnect power from the... computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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...The computer will not turn on. ● The display does not turn on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off, the AC adapter is off. Contact HP technical support for information on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. Slide and ...release the left battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery from the computer. Testing an AC adapter 7 b. Slide the right battery...
...The computer will not turn on. ● The display does not turn on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off, the AC adapter is off. Contact HP technical support for information on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. Slide and ...release the left battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery from the computer. Testing an AC adapter 7 b. Slide the right battery...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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...on battery power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery ... the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. To reduce potential safety issues, use the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. NOTE: The display brightness is decreased to the computer, and ...
...on battery power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery ... the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. To reduce potential safety issues, use the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. NOTE: The display brightness is decreased to the computer, and ...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... be connected to external power for Battery Check to provide power at the far right of the taskbar. - Select Start > Control Panel > Mobile PC > Windows Mobility Center. For example, the time remaining will decrease when a DVD is seated. Slide the battery (1) into the battery bay until ...can cause loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on the battery if the battery continues to function properly. 2. Connect the AC adapter to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of battery charge remaining in the notification area, at the current level...
... be connected to external power for Battery Check to provide power at the far right of the taskbar. - Select Start > Control Panel > Mobile PC > Windows Mobility Center. For example, the time remaining will decrease when a DVD is seated. Slide the battery (1) into the battery bay until ...can cause loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on the battery if the battery continues to function properly. 2. Connect the AC adapter to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of battery charge remaining in the notification area, at the current level...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... charging it. ● If the battery has been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. NOTE: If the computer is on battery power. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can...
... charging it. ● If the battery has been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. NOTE: If the computer is on battery power. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can...
