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Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista - Page 11
.... Software not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer.
Recovering from the recovery discs
To restore the system from the recovery discs: 1. Back up all personal files. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Recovering...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 24
... your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information. 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for a WLAN device may include
the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 26
... get the latest version of the WLAN device software for your computer, follow these steps: 1. Open your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your country or region. 3. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in
the search box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If...
Security - Windows Vista - Page 5
...the computer 2 Using passwords
Setting passwords in Windows ...3 Setting passwords in Setup Utility ...3
Administrator password ...3 Managing an administrator password 4 Entering an administrator password 4
Power-on password ...4 Managing a power-on password 4 Entering a power-on password 5
3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing...
Security - Windows Vista - Page 14
... receive an alert. Additional updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. Download all available updates and install them on your computer: ● Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft. ● Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Updates to Windows and other
Microsoft®...
Security - Windows Vista - Page 20
...managing a power-on
password 4 managing an administrator
password 4
P passwords
administrator 3 power-on 4 set in Setup Utility 3 set in Windows 3 power-on password entering 5 managing 4
Q QuickLock 3
R registering fingerprints 12
S security
features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords set in 3 software antivirus 6 critical updates 8 firewall 7
W Windows, passwords set in 3
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Software Updates - Windows Vista - Page 5
Table of contents
Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4
Index ...5
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Software Updates - Windows Vista - Page 7
... devices, including the time and date. 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 applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information. 2. Access the updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp...
Software Updates - Windows Vista - Page 8
... HP Web site that provides software for your computer:
Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen 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...
Software Updates - Windows Vista - Page 9
... 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. NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after...
Software Updates - Windows Vista - Page 10
... programs and drivers
To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer:
Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to find the software you want to update. 3. At the download area, select the software you want...
Drives - Windows Vista - Page 5
... use the secondary hard drive to back up your working files from the primary hard drive. 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 Help and Support for more information.
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Drives - Windows Vista - Page 16
... laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes. If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, DVD±RW, or BD R/RE optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data and audio files, including MP3...
Drives - Windows Vista - Page 27
...(+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus
sign (-) is already showing. Look for an optical drive listing. 4. Right-click the optical drive listing to perform the following tasks:
● Update the driver. ● Disable the device. ● Uninstall the device. ● Scan for hardware changes. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs
any required drivers. ● Click...
Drives - Windows Vista - Page 32
...-screen instructions to install Microsoft Update. If prompted by User Account Control,
click Continue. 5. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to the Windows
operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. If prompted to do so, restart your computer.
Obtaining HP device drivers
Follow either of the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers.
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Drives - Windows Vista - Page 33
... to immediately check for HP software updates. To use the HP Web site: 1. Open your Internet browser, and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your country or region. 3. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in
the product box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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External Media Cards - Windows Vista - Page 8
...of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).
Configuring an ExpressCard
Install only the software required for your device. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard 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...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista - Page 8
..., Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware
components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the...
Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
... want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders.
Installing multimedia software from a disc
To install any multimedia software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are...
Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 41
... to immediately check for HP software updates. To use the HP Web site: 1. Open your Internet browser, and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your country or region. 3. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in
the product box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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