HP Pavilion dm3-2100 - Entertainment Notebook PC driver and firmware
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End User License Agreement - Page 1
... via the internet and was originally licensed for use on more than one computer, you may install and use the Software Product only on those computers. You may not separate component parts of the Software Product for use on more than one computer. You do not have
Software Product into the local memory or storage device of the HP Product.
c. Copying. You may...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 6
... to an existing wireless network 18 Setting up a wireless network 19
Step 1: Purchase high-speed Internet service 19 Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router 20 Step 3: Configure the computer to connect to the wireless network 20 Connecting to a wired network 21
Chapter 6: Using software
Identifying installed software 23 Using MediaSmart software 24 Installing software from a CD or...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 29
... be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site.
✎ Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the 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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Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 31
... creating a data file. MP3 files can be played only on MP3 players or on computers with MP3 software installed. To burn a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. Download or copy the source files into a folder on your hard drive. 2. Insert a blank CD or DVD into the external optical drive. 3. Click Start, click All Programs, and then click the name...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 32
... the computer left the factory. Some updates may affect the way the computer responds to optional software or external devices. Many updates provide security enhancements. Update the operating system and other software installed on the computer as soon as the computer is connected to the Internet. To access links for updating installed software, refer to Help and Support.
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Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 42
...: ■ 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.
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Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 48
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blank screen 35 display problems 35 external device problems 36 overheating problems 36 resources 35 software problems 35 startup problems 35 unresponsive computer 36 virus problems 35 wireless network problems 37
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unresponsive computer, troubleshooting 36
user guides 4 using MediaSmart 24 using system restore 29
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vents, precautions 16, 36 viruses 15
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Windows Backup and Restore 29...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 8
... optional external drives 60 Sharing optical drives ...60 External devices ...61 Using a USB device ...61 Connecting a USB device 61 Removing a USB device 61 Using Digital Media Slot cards 62 Inserting a digital card 62 Removing a digital card 63
9 Security ...64 Protecting the computer ...64 Using passwords ...64 Setting passwords in Windows 65 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 65...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 9
... of Setup Utility 71 Displaying system information 72 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 72 Exiting Setup Utility ...73 Setup Utility menus ...73 Main menu ...73 Security menu ...73 System Configuration menu 73 Diagnostics menu ...74 Updating the BIOS ...74 Determining the BIOS version 74 Downloading a BIOS update 75 Updating programs and drivers ...76
Appendix B Backup and recovery...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 24
... or all
wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or Wireless Assistant. ● Wireless connections are available.
Using the wireless controls
You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to in this guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 30
... 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. 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to expand the list and...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 31
... notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be displayed. The driver must be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 44
... into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart and play back the sound. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
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HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 70
... access software, as well as install applications and access data, by sharing an optical drive from another computer that has an optical drive and is on the same wired or wireless network. Sharing drives is a feature of the Windows operating system that allows a drive on another computer to be made available for other people to use on a network. NOTE: For information on setting up a home network...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 78
...● Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your computer. Use the update link
at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates to Windows and other Microsoft® programs, as they are released, from the
Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support.
Installing an optional security cable
NOTE...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 84
... Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network adapter
Enable/disable the LAN Power Saving Mode.
Diagnostics menu
Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test
To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Run a diagnostic test on the system memory.
Updating the BIOS...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 85
... the HP Web site that provides software for your computer:
Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 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...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 86
... your hard drive.
Updating 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 device:
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...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 91
... audio functions 34 compartments memory module 9
WLAN module 9 WWAN module 9 components additional hardware 11 bottom 8 display 9 front 5 left-side 6 right-side 5 top 2 connection, external power 41 connector, power 6 conservation, power 48 cord, power 11 critical battery level 45 critical security updates, installing 68
D default settings, restoring 72 Diagnostics menu 74 digital card
inserting...
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 93
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Product Key 12 optical drive
external 33 sharing 33, 60
P page down hotkey 28 page up hotkey 28 passwords
administrator 66 power-on 67 set in Setup Utility 65 set in Windows 65 pinching TouchPad gesture 25 pointing devices, setting preferences 24 ports external monitor 7, 35
HDMI 7, 35 USB 6, 7, 61 power connecting 41 conserving 48 power connector, identifying 6 power cord, identifying 11...