User Guide - Windows 8
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...and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons ...10 Keys ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN ...15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only...
...and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons ...10 Keys ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN ...15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 Using an optional security cable lock 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 62 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...62 Updating the BIOS ...62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics ...63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery ...67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP...
... wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 Using an optional security cable lock 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 62 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...62 Updating the BIOS ...62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics ...63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery ...67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP...
User Guide - Windows 8
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..., go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go /contactHP. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on your HP product to the addresses...
..., go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go /contactHP. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on your HP product to the addresses...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. For additional safety information, see Using a USB device on and off during routine operation. WARNING! Reads data from and writes data to cycle on page 41. Left side Component (1) (2) External monitor port Vent (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB 2.0 port (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media...
... starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. For additional safety information, see Using a USB device on and off during routine operation. WARNING! Reads data from and writes data to cycle on page 41. Left side Component (1) (2) External monitor port Vent (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB 2.0 port (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... the far right of the taskbar, to create a new network connection. Click Connect. After the connection is amber, press the wireless button. 2. Connecting to a wired network A LAN connection uses a network cable, which is displayed, allowing you to manually search for and connect to a network or to verify the name and status of the connection. Connecting to complete the connection. A list of options is sold separately. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from other...
... the far right of the taskbar, to create a new network connection. Click Connect. After the connection is amber, press the wireless button. 2. Connecting to a wired network A LAN connection uses a network cable, which is displayed, allowing you to manually search for and connect to a network or to verify the name and status of the connection. Connecting to complete the connection. A list of options is sold separately. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from other...
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... Support. For details about using the webcam, go to adjust the volume. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. To connect wireless speakers to create multimedia. For additional safety information, see Configuring audio settings...
... Support. For details about using the webcam, go to adjust the volume. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. To connect wireless speakers to create multimedia. For additional safety information, see Configuring audio settings...
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... models have special action keys or hot key functions on . The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on the keyboard to perform routine tasks. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. From the Start screen, type control, select Control Panel from the list of the USB ports on a touch screen (select models only). NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to manipulate items on a external mouse. The guide...
... models have special action keys or hot key functions on . The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on the keyboard to perform routine tasks. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. From the Start screen, type control, select Control Panel from the list of the USB ports on a touch screen (select models only). NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to manipulate items on a external mouse. The guide...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to your keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you hold the key. The icon on each of a DVD or a BD. The action key feature is connected to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Using the keyboard and mouse 31 Pressing the Windows...
... instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to your keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you hold the key. The icon on each of a DVD or a BD. The action key feature is connected to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Using the keyboard and mouse 31 Pressing the Windows...
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... information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, see Connecting to a network on your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you to connect to purchase devices that stores your computer, also allows quick data transfer. For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub. Transfers data...
... information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, see Connecting to a network on your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you to connect to purchase devices that stores your computer, also allows quick data transfer. For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub. Transfers data...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... remove all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can help improve your work and the memory is to the computer. 3. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by touching a grounded metal object. The memory module slots are not sure whether the computer is like a desk overflowing with a second memory module, be upgraded by pressing the power button...
... remove all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can help improve your work and the memory is to the computer. 3. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by touching a grounded metal object. The memory module slots are not sure whether the computer is like a desk overflowing with a second memory module, be upgraded by pressing the power button...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on -screen instructions. The hard drive designation is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics 63 From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Using the hard drive...
... hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on -screen instructions. The hard drive designation is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics 63 From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Using the hard drive...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... you need to restore your computer using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. ● If you can choose to restore to another drive. From the Start screen, type help , and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to the replacement drive. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery Manager...
... you need to restore your computer using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. ● If you can choose to restore to another drive. From the Start screen, type help , and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to the replacement drive. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery Manager...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...monitor port, identifying 20 F firewall software 59 fn key, identifying 11, 32 fun things to do 1 H hard drive bay, identifying 12 hard drive light 6 HDMI configuring audio 23 HDMI port, connecting 22 HDMI port, identifying 5, 20 Hibernation enabling 35 initiated during critical battery level 38 high-definition devices, connecting 22 hot keys description 32 display system information 33 using 32 HP and third-party software updates, installing 60 HP Recovery Manager 69 correcting boot problems 70 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 66 recovery 70 HP Recovery partition 69 recovery 69 removing...
...monitor port, identifying 20 F firewall software 59 fn key, identifying 11, 32 fun things to do 1 H hard drive bay, identifying 12 hard drive light 6 HDMI configuring audio 23 HDMI port, connecting 22 HDMI port, identifying 5, 20 Hibernation enabling 35 initiated during critical battery level 38 high-definition devices, connecting 22 hot keys description 32 display system information 33 using 32 HP and third-party software updates, installing 60 HP Recovery Manager 69 correcting boot problems 70 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 66 recovery 70 HP Recovery partition 69 recovery 69 removing...
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...webcam light, identifying 7, 19 internal display switch, identifying 7 internal microphone, identifying 7, 19 Internet connection setup 16 Internet security software, using 59 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5, 20 audio-out (headphone) 5, 20 network 5 RJ-45 (network) 5 K keyboard hot keys, identifying 32 keys action 11 esc 11 fn 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L labels Bluetooth 13 regulatory 13 serial number 13 service 13 wireless certification 13 WLAN 13 latch, battery release 12 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 9 hard drive 6 optical drive 4 power 6, 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 7, 19 wireless...
...webcam light, identifying 7, 19 internal display switch, identifying 7 internal microphone, identifying 7, 19 Internet connection setup 16 Internet security software, using 59 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5, 20 audio-out (headphone) 5, 20 network 5 RJ-45 (network) 5 K keyboard hot keys, identifying 32 keys action 11 esc 11 fn 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L labels Bluetooth 13 regulatory 13 serial number 13 service 13 wireless certification 13 WLAN 13 latch, battery release 12 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 9 hard drive 6 optical drive 4 power 6, 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 7, 19 wireless...
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... recovery 69 system restore point creating 65 restoring 67 T temperature 38 TouchPad buttons 8 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 rotating 27 scrolling 26 zooming 27 TouchPad light 8 TouchPad on/off button 8 TouchPad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 13, 38, 55 troubleshooting AC adapter 39 turning off the computer 40 U unresponsive system 40 USB cable, connecting 42 USB devices connecting 41 description 41 removing 42 USB hubs 41 USB ports, identifying 4, 5, 19 using external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings...
... recovery 69 system restore point creating 65 restoring 67 T temperature 38 TouchPad buttons 8 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 rotating 27 scrolling 26 zooming 27 TouchPad light 8 TouchPad on/off button 8 TouchPad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 13, 38, 55 troubleshooting AC adapter 39 turning off the computer 40 U unresponsive system 40 USB cable, connecting 42 USB devices connecting 41 description 41 removing 42 USB hubs 41 USB ports, identifying 4, 5, 19 using external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). The part number helps a service technician to each screw's size and location during removal and replacement. Make special note of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for...
.... This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (select models only) (5). The part number helps a service technician to each screw's size and location during removal and replacement. Make special note of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2). This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for...
HP 2000 Notebook PC and Compaq CQ58 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the installation by unplugging the power cord from your BIOS, make a note of the path to an optional power source. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is complete. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the location on -screen instructions to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you...
... the installation by unplugging the power cord from your BIOS, make a note of the path to an optional power source. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is complete. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the location on -screen instructions to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you...
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... and Support. This option does not require backing up , restoring, and recovering ENWW See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on page 112. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you want to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on your computer using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and...
... and Support. This option does not require backing up , restoring, and recovering ENWW See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on page 112. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you want to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on your computer using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and...
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... downloading an update 100 updating 99 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 113 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power 11 right TouchPad 9 TouchPad on/off 9 C cables service considerations 31 caps lock light identifying 10 chipset product description 2 components bottom 13 display 8 front 7 left side 6 right side 5 top 9 computer feet locating 38 spare part number 27 computer major components illustrated 15 computer reset 111 computer specifications 103 connectors service considerations 31 D deleted files restoring 110 Digital Media Slot identifying 6 display...
... downloading an update 100 updating 99 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 113 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power 11 right TouchPad 9 TouchPad on/off 9 C cables service considerations 31 caps lock light identifying 10 chipset product description 2 components bottom 13 display 8 front 7 left side 6 right side 5 top 9 computer feet locating 38 spare part number 27 computer major components illustrated 15 computer reset 111 computer specifications 103 connectors service considerations 31 D deleted files restoring 110 Digital Media Slot identifying 6 display...
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... 1 removing 96 spare part number 25, 26, 27 product description audio 3 chipset 2 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external media cards 3 graphics 2 hard drive 3 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 4 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 3 power requirements 4 processor 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 3 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovery 110, 111 discs 109, 113 HP Recovery Manager 112 media 113 starting 112 supported discs 109 system 112 USB flash drive 113 using HP Recovery media 109 recovery media creating 108 creating using HP Recovery Manager 109...
... 1 removing 96 spare part number 25, 26, 27 product description audio 3 chipset 2 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external media cards 3 graphics 2 hard drive 3 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 4 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 3 power requirements 4 processor 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 3 wireless 3 product name 1 R recovery 110, 111 discs 109, 113 HP Recovery Manager 112 media 113 starting 112 supported discs 109 system 112 USB flash drive 113 using HP Recovery media 109 recovery media creating 108 creating using HP Recovery Manager 109...