HP G56-100XX driver and firmware
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Getting Started - Windows 7 - Page 2
... constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: August 2010
Document Part Number: 621595-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any...
Getting Started - Windows 7 - Page 6
... Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 27 Removing the hard drive ...27 Installing the hard drive ...28 Adding or replacing memory modules 30 Updating programs and drivers ...33 Routine care ...33 Cleaning the display ...33 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33
6 Backup and recovery Recovery discs ...34 Performing a system recovery ...35 Recovering using the dedicated recovery partition (select...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux - Page 9
... the Internet-Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 14.
● Get to know your computer-Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 3 and Pointing devices and keyboard on page 21 for additional information.
● Find installed software-Access...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux - Page 62
... CAUTION: Using Recovery completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Personal...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux - Page 67
...: ● Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions. ● Be sure that all device connections are secure. ● Be sure that the device is receiving electrical power. ● Be sure that the device, especially if it is older, is compatible with the operating system. ● Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated.
Troubleshooting 59
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux - Page 69
... the optical drive
If your operating system does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. 1. Remove any discs from the optical drive. 2. Click Computer and then click System Monitor. 3. On the Hardware tab, identify the Storage Controller in the Type column. 4. Click the triangle next to the devices until you locate your optical drive. If the drive is...
Compaq Presario CQ56 Notebook PC and HP G56 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 96
... on-screen instructions to recover your system settings, your computer (select models only), or your files.
NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information...
Compaq Presario CQ56 Notebook PC and HP G56 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 97
... do not have a partition. Use these discs to recover your operating system and software. To check for the presence of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer. If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is listed in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window.
To recover the original hard drive image using f11, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all...
Compaq Presario CQ56 Notebook PC and HP G56 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 98
...HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Personal files must be restored from a backup. To recover the original hard drive image using f11, follow these steps: 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. Restart the computer, and then press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is
displayed...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 8
... Slot load ...50 Sharing optical drives ...51
Using RAID (select models only) ...51
7 Security ...52 Protecting the computer ...52 Using passwords ...52 Setting passwords in Windows 53 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 53 Managing an administrator password 54 Entering an administrator password 54 Managing a power-on password 55 Entering a power-on password 55 Using antivirus software ...55...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 43
... of loss of support for other PC Cards during configuration, 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 enablers, supplied by
the PC Card manufacturer.
Inserting a PC...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 45
... of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).
Configuring an ExpressCard
Install only the software required for the card. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 66
...: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that protects only the computer it is installed on. ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network
to protect all the computers on the network. When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with a set of user-defined security criteria...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 69
..., and follow the instructions to download and install SoftPaq Download Manager.
To download SoftPaqs:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Software Setup > HP SoftPaq Download Manager.
2. When SoftPaq Download Manager opens for the first time, a window is displayed asking if you want to show only software for the computer you are using or to show the software for all supported models. Select Show...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 73
...Start > Help and Support > Maintain.
Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download.
3. At the download area, follow these steps:
a. Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer. Make a note...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 79
... updates, installing 56
D digital card
inserting 31 removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 45 Disk Defragmenter software 45 DisplayPort, connecting 18
docking connector 43 drive light 46 drive media 22 drivers 33 drives
external 42 handling 44 hard 42 optical 42 using 45
E electrostatic discharge 68 entering a power-on password
55 entering an administrator
password 54 eSATA cable...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 80
... HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 46 HP SkyRoom 17 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 38
I icons
network 2 wireless 2 installing critical security updates 56 optional security cable 56 Intel Wireless Display 19 Internet connection setup 6
J Java Card
defined 37 inserting 38 removing 38
K keys
media 15 volume 16
L legacy support...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai - Page 1
... Recovering from Drive Failures 2 Introduction ...2 Symptoms of Hard Drive (HDD) Performance Issues 2 Hard Drive / Solid State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai - Page 4
... Diagnostics?
YES
Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test?
NO
Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run
YES
Does the drive fail the
Diagnostic test?
NO
Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on
image and latest firmware for product model installed
Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to OS,
Software, or other hardware problems...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai - Page 5
... more advanced diagnostics.
Advanced Diagnostics - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)
The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostic tests, which can be installed to a USB key. Go to your product Software & Drivers download page to obtain:
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html
To launch the UEFI diagnostics, select the...