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Security - Window Vista and Windows 7 - 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 5 Entering a power-on password 5
3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7 - Page 14
... and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● 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...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7 - Page 20
... 4 antivirus software 6
C cable, security 9 critical updates, software 8
E entering a power-on password 5 entering an administrator
password 4
F fingerprint reader 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7
M managing a power-on
password 5 managing an administrator
password 4
P passwords
administrator 3 power-on 4 set in Setup Utility 3 set in Windows 3 power-on password creating...
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...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista - Page 3
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 Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista - Page 5
... 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 Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista - Page 6
... 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...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista - Page 7
... 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 Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista - Page 8
Updating programs and drivers
To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search
box, and then press enter. - or - If you want a specific SoftPaq...
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...
Drives - Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 30
... HP Welcome screen, click Settings, and then select a time when the utility should check
for software updates on the Web. 3. Click Next 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...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista - Page 7
...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 15
... is displayed in decimal format. The BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number.
Opening Help and Support (fn+f1)
Press fn+f1 to open Help and Support.
In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer, such as model and serial number, installed software...
Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
... 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 26
... 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
Use either of the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. To use the HP...
Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
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.
A device driver must be reinstalled 23
Preparing Advanced Format hard drives for Microsoft Windows installations on HP Business Notebook PCs and desktop PCs - White Pa - Page 3
...is not supported by HP.
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For WinPE installations prior to 3.0, install Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK).
To optimize performance with Windows 7 or WinPE, apply Microsoft Knowledge Base article 982018.
For Intel platforms, upgrade to Intel Rapid Storage Technology (RST) 9.6 or later.
For AMD platforms, upgrade to the latest version of the AMD Serial ATA (SATA) Advanced Host Controller...
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
... of damage. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html
Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for SSD drives, but it does not harm or in any way damage an SSD if installed.
Firmware & Product Updates
It is important...