HP V2698XX, V2630TN, V2628TN, V2629TN, V2620TN, V2619TN, V2655US, V2614TN Opening the Setup Utility

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Software Updates and Recovery and System Software

Setup Utility

The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your operating system is not working or will not load.

The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences.

Step-by-step instructions for setting specific preferences are included by topic earlier in this guide. For example, procedures for setting password and other security preferences are provided in Chapter 6, “Security.”

Opening the Setup Utility

To open the Setup Utility:

1.Turn on or restart the computer in Windows.

2.Before Windows opens and while the “Press <F10> to enter setup” prompt is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.

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Contents Hardware and Software Guide Page Contents Keyboard and Touchpad Multimedia Wireless Select Models Only Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Index Keys Top ComponentsComponent Description TouchPad Power Controls Lights Wireless Select Models Only Wireless and Volume ButtonsAntennae Safety, and Environmental NoticesFront Components Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button Rear Components Ports and Jacks Left-Side ComponentsExpressCard Slot and Button Vent and Security Cable Slot Right-Side Components Component Description Mini Card and Memory Compartments Bottom ComponentsBays, Battery Latch and Vents Component Description Hardware Additional ComponentsOptical Discs Labels Identifying TouchPad Components TouchPadUsing the TouchPad Setting TouchPad Preferences Keyboard and Touchpad Identifying Hotkeys HotkeysHotkey Quick Reference Open the Help and Support Center fn+f1 Using Hotkey ProceduresUsing Hotkey Commands Using Hotkeys On the Internal KeyboardOpen the Default Internet Browser fn+f3 Switch the Image Among Displays fn+f4Open the Print Options Window fn+f2 Keyboard and Touchpad Initiate Standby fn+f5 Initiate QuickLock fn+f6 Decrease Screen Brightness fn+f7 Increase Screen Brightness fn+f8Media Activity Hotkeys fn+f9 through fn+f12 Play Next Track or Chapter of an Audio CD or a DVD fn+f12 Display System Information fn+escKeypads Using the Embedded Numeric KeypadTurning the Embedded Numeric Keypad On and Off Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys Turning Num Lock Mode On and Off As You Work Using an External Numeric KeypadSelecting a Power Source Power SourcesTask Recommended Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter Displaying the Power Meter Icon Switching Between Battery External PowerPower Control and Light Locations Standby Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown OverviewsHibernation Leaving Your Work Power Turning the Computer On or Off Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown ProceduresInitiating or Resuming from Standby Task Procedure ResultInitiating or Restoring from Hibernation Task Procedure Result Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures Power Preferences Using Power SchemesSetting a Security Prompt Setting Other Power Preferences Processor Performance Controls Select Models Only Power Battery Pack Inserting or Removing a Battery PackInserting a Battery Pack Removing a Battery Pack Charging a Battery Pack Power Monitoring the Battery Pack Charge Obtaining Accurate Charge InformationDisplaying Charge Reports Interpreting Charge Indicators Managing Low-Battery ConditionsResolving Low-Battery Conditions Identifying Low-Battery ConditionsWhen to Calibrate Calibrating a Battery PackCharging the Battery Pack How to CalibratePower Recharging the Battery Pack Conserving Power as You Work Conserving Battery Pack PowerSelecting Power Conservation Settings Storing a Battery PackDisposing of a Used Battery Pack Internal Speakers MultimediaVolume Controls Volume can also be adjusted within some applications External Audio Devices Using the Audio-Out Headphone JackUsing the Audio-In Microphone Jack Connecting an S-Video Device Connecting the AudioExternal Video Devices Connecting the Video Displaying a Video Image Inserting an Optical Disc CD and DVD ProceduresRemoving an Optical Disc With Power Removing an Optical Disc Without Power Using Media Activity Hotkeys Setting AutoPlay Preferences Protecting Playback Protecting a CD or DVD Write Process Multimedia Software Identifying Your SoftwareObserving the Copyright Warning Understanding DVD Region Settings Installing SoftwareChanging DVD Region Settings Wireless Features Wireless Select Models OnlyWireless Controls Wireless Devices Select Models Only 802.11a is not compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Setting Up a Wlan in Your Home Connecting to a Public Wlan Connecting to a Wlan in Your HomeUsing Wireless Security Features To Learn More Identifying an 802.11 Wireless DeviceBluetooth Wireless Devices Select Models Only Wireless Select Models Only Security Security FeaturesTo Protect Against Use This Security Feature QuickLock Passwords Set in Windows Types of PasswordsPasswords Set in the Setup Utility Coordinating Passwords Guidelines for Setting Passwords Managing an Administrator Password Administrator PasswordEntering an Administrator Password Power-On PasswordEntering a Power-On Password Managing a Power-On PasswordAntivirus Software Critical Security Updates for Windows XP Firewall Software Optional Security Cable Device Connections Connecting a Powered DeviceConnecting a USB Device Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Connecting a 1394 Device Stopping a USB deviceRequired USB Software Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Stopping a 1394 Device Connecting a Communication DeviceDigital Cards Using the Memory Reader Light Inserting an Optional Digital Card Removing a Digital Card Hardware Upgrades and Replacements ExpressCards What Is an ExpressCard?Selecting an ExpressCard Configuring an ExpressCardInserting an ExpressCard Stopping or Removing an ExpressCard Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Using the IDE Drive Light DrivesAdding a Drive to the System Caring for Drives Replacing the Internal Hard Drive Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Increasing Memory MemoryRemoving or Inserting a Memory Module Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Software Updates Software Updates Recovery System SoftwarePreparing for a Software Update HP Software UpdateAccessing Product Information Accessing ROM Information Downloading and Installing an Update Downloading a ROM Update Downloading and Installing a ROM UpdateInstalling a ROM Update Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM Software Update Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Using System Restore Software RecoveryRestoring to a Restore Point Setting a Restore PointOpening the Setup Utility Setup UtilityChanging the Language of the Setup Utility Displaying System Information Navigating and Selecting in the Setup UtilitySelect Exit Load Setup Defaults, and then press f10 Restoring Default Settings Setup UtilityUsing Advanced Setup Utility Features Closing the Setup Utility Setup Utility Menus Main MenuSecurity Menu Diagnostics Menu System Configuration MenuOperating Environment SpecificationsRated Input Power Feature Support Expansion Port Input/Output SignalsIndex See also cables Index-3 Index-4 See also buttons display switch See also CDs drives DVDs ROM Shift key VCR

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