HP 500 - Notebook PC driver and firmware
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Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 3
... the HP Web site 2 Accessing computer information 2 Downloading a BIOS update 3 Installing a BIOS update ...4 Downloading and installing other software 5
2 Backup Safeguarding your data ...7 Backing up the system ...8 Backing up specific files or folders 8 Backing up the entire hard drive 9 Backing up modifications made to the system 10 Scheduling backups ...10
3 Recovery Creating recovery...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 5
... with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
Updating the software
The computer includes a utility that automatically checks for software updates from HP. The utility runs every 30 days and provides a list of support alerts, such as security enhancements, and optional software and driver updates. You can manually check for updates at any...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 6
... includes device drivers, BIOS updates, and utilities. To purchase the current Support Software disc or a subscription that provides both the current version and future versions of the disc, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com.
Accessing computer information
Before you access the updates for your computer, collect the following information: ● The product category is Notebook. ●...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 7
... than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer.
b. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to the hard drive.
NOTE Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will be downloaded. You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update.
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Downloading software updates from the HP Web site...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 8
... software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is complete. If no instructions are displayed:
1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. In the Windows Explorer window:
a. Double-click your hard drive designation. (The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 9
... other software
To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer:
● Click a software update link in the Help and Support Center. - or -
● Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click Software & Driver Downloads to download the software for your computer model.
2. Follow the instructions on...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 19
... made to system
10 scheduling 10 BIOS update downloading 3 installing 4
C computer information 2
D data, safeguarding 7
H hard drive backup 9 hard drive recovery 13
R recovery discs
creating 12 using 13 recovery partition 11, 12, 13 recovery points 8, 10 recovery, system 11
S scheduling backups 10 SoftPaq 2 software
BIOS update 3 downloading/installing other
software 5 HP Web site 2 safeguarding...
Bluetooth for Windows XP - Page 6
... to remote devices based on service type or device type.
● Quick Connect-Facilitates fast connections based on service type. You are able to quickly find devices that support a particular service and establish a connection to that service. During this process, a shortcut to the service, which can be used for subsequent connections, is created in My Bluetooth Places.
2 Bluetooth for Windows...
Client Management and Mobile Printing - Page 6
... a disk cloning process to copy the contents from one hard drive to another.
The deployment method you use depends on your organization's technology environment and processes.
NOTE The HP Backup and Recovery Manager, Computer Setup utility, and other system features provide further assistance with the recovery of system software, configuration management and troubleshooting, and power management...
Client Management and Mobile Printing - Page 7
...2000/Windows XP migration ● System deployment ● Personality (personal user settings) migration
● Help desk and problem resolution ● Management of help desk tickets ● Remote troubleshooting ● Remote problem resolution ● Client disaster recovery
● Software and operations management ● Ongoing client management ● HP system software deployment...
Client Management and Mobile Printing - Page 9
...) lets you remotely update system-level software on multiple systems simultaneously. When executed on a client computer, SSM detects versions of both hardware and software, and then updates designated software from a central repository, known as a file store. Driver versions that are supported by SSM are denoted with a special icon on the HP driver download Web site and on the Support Software CD...
Routine Care - Page 9
... is a free service that allows you to receive instant e-mail notification about product updates, software drivers, and creative ideas to help you get more out of the computer. ● Create a backup strategy. A virus or an electrical outage could damage or destroy your information. Back up your files onto a CD-RW, DVD+RW, or USB drive to protect...
Security - Page 3
... a setup password ...5 Entering a setup password 5 Computer Setup power-on password 6 Setting a power-on password 6 Entering a power-on password 7 Requiring a power-on password at restart 7 Computer Setup DriveLock ...8 Setting a DriveLock password 9 Entering a DriveLock password 10 Changing a DriveLock password 10 Removing DriveLock protection 10
3 Computer Setup security features Device...
Security - Page 23
....) 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all updates. (This may take a few minutes.) 3. Remove the disc. Additional updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. To be sure all available updates are installed on the computer: ● Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft. ● Obtain...
Security - Page 37
...C cable
security 27 Computer Setup
device security 11 DriveLock password 8 power-on password 6 setup password 5 stringent security 11 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 23 critical updates, software 19
D device security 11 DriveLock password
changing 10 description 8 entering 10 removing 10 setting 9
E Embedded Security for
ProtectTools 22
F fingerprint reader 29 firewall software 17
J Java Card...
Troubleshooting - Page 10
...; The device is receiving electrical power. ● The device is compatible with your operating system. For compatibility information, refer to
the Web site of the device manufacturer. ● The correct drivers are installed and updated. Drivers may be available on a CD included with
the device or on the Web site of the device manufacturer.
The computer cannot connect to a wireless network.
If...
HP 500 Notebook PC & HP 510 Notebook PC - Getting Started Guide - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 4
...responding . . . . . 4-4 The computer is unusually warm 4-5 An external device is not working 4-6 The home wireless network connection is not working 4-6 Help and Support Center 4-7 Contacting Customer Care 4-8
A Connect to the Internet from your home
Choosing an ISP A-1 Using the New Connection Wizard A-2
Choosing the type of Internet connection A-2
B Backup and recovery
Safeguarding your...
HP 500 Notebook PC & HP 510 Notebook PC - Getting Started Guide - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 33
...; Be sure that the wireless router (access point) is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable modem, and the lights are on.
■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on.
✎ For information on setting up a home wireless network connection, visit http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless (English only).
✎ For...
External Media Cards - Windows XP - Page 6
... Type II PC Cards.
NOTE Zoomed video PC Cards and 12-V PC Cards are not supported.
CAUTION To prevent loss of support for other PC Cards, install only the software required for the device. If you are instructed by the PC Card manufacturer to install device drivers: Install only the device drivers for your operating system. Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows XP - Page 8
... displayed in decimal format. The BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number.
Opening the Help and Support Center (fn+f1)
Press fn+f1 to open the Help and Support Center.
In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, the Help and Support Center provides; ● Information about your computer, such as model and serial number, installed software...