Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...system and software programs to your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of the window. 1 System restore points allow you should continue to back up your information regularly to protect your most current backup. NOTE: ... the presence of system failure or instability. ● Backing up your computer 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). Recovery discs are designed to an earlier ...
...system and software programs to your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of the window. 1 System restore points allow you should continue to back up your information regularly to protect your most current backup. NOTE: ... the presence of system failure or instability. ● Backing up your computer 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). Recovery discs are designed to an earlier ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Use these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that was preinstalled at the factory. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set up all personal files. 2. Software not provided with your computer includes a solid-state drive (... drive and restart the computer. 3. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you have a recovery partition.
Use these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that was preinstalled at the factory. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set up all personal files. 2. Software not provided with your computer includes a solid-state drive (... drive and restart the computer. 3. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you have a recovery partition.
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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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... install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site that is running on battery power, docked in Windows) or by turning on the screen to identify your selection to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software...
... install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site that is running on battery power, docked in Windows) or by turning on the screen to identify your selection to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your country or region. 2. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then ...select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software ...
...After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your country or region. 2. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then ...select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information 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. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Refer to Help and Support for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting...
... the Network adapters list. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information 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. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Refer to Help and Support for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting...
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.
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A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not ... follow the on-screen instructions. Network status icon is not displayed If the network status icon is either missing or corrupted. The driver must be displayed. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest...
A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not ... follow the on-screen instructions. Network status icon is not displayed If the network status icon is either missing or corrupted. The driver must be displayed. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest...
Drives - Windows Vista
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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 ...26 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 26 Obtaining HP device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
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 ...26 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 26 Obtaining HP device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
Drives - Windows Vista
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...any discs from the optical drive. 2. In the results pane, click Device Manager. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is listed in the Start Search box. As you suspect that the... detect the optical drive 21 The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does not detect the optical drive, the device driver software may be reinstalled." Look for an optical drive listing. Click Start and type device manager in the Device Manager utility. 1.
...any discs from the optical drive. 2. In the results pane, click Device Manager. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is listed in the Start Search box. As you suspect that the... detect the optical drive 21 The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does not detect the optical drive, the device driver software may be reinstalled." Look for an optical drive listing. Click Start and type device manager in the Device Manager utility. 1.
Drives - Windows Vista
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... to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Remove any devices requiring drivers. Windows scans your drivers using Microsoft® Update. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again...on ) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for your computer. Click Microsoft Update to the Windows operating system and other drivers you want to do not restart the computer. If prompted to delete. 6. In...
... to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Remove any devices requiring drivers. Windows scans your drivers using Microsoft® Update. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you are once again...on ) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for your computer. Click Microsoft Update to the Windows operating system and other drivers you want to do not restart the computer. If prompted to delete. 6. In...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...the file was stored, and double-click the file to immediately check for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the option for HP software updates. or - Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update...- If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your country or region. 2. Open your Internet browser, go to download the...
...the file was stored, and double-click the file to immediately check for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the option for HP software updates. or - Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update...- If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your country or region. 2. Open your Internet browser, go to download the...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 C CD burning 12, 24 copying 11 playing 7 removing 13 CD drive 2, 14 copyright warning 10 D device drivers HP drivers 26 Windows drivers 26 Disk Cleanup software 15 Disk Defragmenter software 15 disk performance 15 diskette drive 14 drives caring for 1 diskette 14 external 14 hard 14... 11 playing 7 removing 13 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 Blu-ray ROM with DL support 4 T troubleshooting burning discs 24 device driver 26 disc play 22, 23 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 20 optical drive detection 21 Windows drivers 26
...with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 C CD burning 12, 24 copying 11 playing 7 removing 13 CD drive 2, 14 copyright warning 10 D device drivers HP drivers 26 Windows drivers 26 Disk Cleanup software 15 Disk Defragmenter software 15 disk performance 15 diskette drive 14 drives caring for 1 diskette 14 external 14 hard 14... 11 playing 7 removing 13 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 4 Blu-ray ROM with DL support 4 T troubleshooting burning discs 24 device driver 26 disc play 22, 23 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 20 optical drive detection 21 Windows drivers 26
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...; Product name (1). This certificate is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for your computer. An optional device may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). 3 Labels The labels affixed to... labels are needed. ◦ Model description (4). The regulatory label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s) (select...
...; Product name (1). This certificate is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for your computer. An optional device may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). 3 Labels The labels affixed to... labels are needed. ◦ Model description (4). The regulatory label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s) (select...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on an audio CD, a DVD, fn+f11 or a BD. In addition to use a hotkey command on an audio CD, a DVD...second key of the hotkey command. - fn+f10 Play the previous track or section on your computer, such as the BIOS date. In the Windows fn+esc display, the version of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed in decimal format. fn+asterisk Decrease system sound. ...
... system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on an audio CD, a DVD, fn+f11 or a BD. In addition to use a hotkey command on an audio CD, a DVD...second key of the hotkey command. - fn+f10 Play the previous track or section on your computer, such as the BIOS date. In the Windows fn+esc display, the version of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed in decimal format. fn+asterisk Decrease system sound. ...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... is not visible on an external display 24 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 the latest HP device...
... is not visible on an external display 24 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 the latest HP device...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... only) or receive FM radio signals ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Under Program, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. 3 Audio Your computer enables you install any sound event, such as external... images with the device. For additional safety information, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the...
... only) or receive FM radio signals ● Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Under Program, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. 3 Audio Your computer enables you install any sound event, such as external... images with the device. For additional safety information, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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...many electronics stores. ● Disable Sleep mode before playing the disc. If this message is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as printers and scanners. In rare cases, you may need to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. Disconnecting these devices frees up valuable system... in better playback performance. ◦ Change desktop color properties. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. or - ◦ The playback window in the Device Manager utility. 1. Right-click on a blank area of the disc to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus (-) sign is already...
...many electronics stores. ● Disable Sleep mode before playing the disc. If this message is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as printers and scanners. In rare cases, you may need to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. Disconnecting these devices frees up valuable system... in better playback performance. ◦ Change desktop color properties. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. or - ◦ The playback window in the Device Manager utility. 1. Right-click on a blank area of the disc to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus (-) sign is already...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... press the delete key. In Device Manager, click the plus (+) sign next to the type of driver you want to delete. 6. See your drive. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for your user guides for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the computer and is already showing. 5.... Try to obtain HP device drivers. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 In the results pane, click Device Manager. ● Be sure that you are using the ...
... press the delete key. In Device Manager, click the plus (+) sign next to the type of driver you want to delete. 6. See your drive. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for your user guides for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on the computer and is already showing. 5.... Try to obtain HP device drivers. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 25 In the results pane, click Device Manager. ● Be sure that you are using the ...
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...the list of the device. To do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. To use the HP Web site: 1. If prompted by...Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser and go to step 6. 3. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be able to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Open your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 3. Click Install now to ...
...the list of the device. To do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. To use the HP Web site: 1. If prompted by...Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser and go to step 6. 3. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be able to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Open your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 3. Click Install now to ...