HP dm4-1162us, dm4-1160us manual Starting Setup Utility, Using Setup Utility

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12 Setup Utility

Starting Setup Utility

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

NOTE: The fingerprint reader cannot be used to access Setup Utility.

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

To start Setup Utility:

Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.

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1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc.

2.When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10.

Using Setup Utility

Changing the language of Setup Utility

The following procedure explains how to change the language of Setup Utility. If Setup Utility is not already running, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.

1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.

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Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10.

2.Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter.

3.Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter.

4.When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed, press enter.

5.To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.

Your change goes into effect immediately.

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Contents HP Pavilion Notebook PC Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 104 Top components FeaturesIdentifying the hardware TouchPadComponent Description Power light White Power is on LightsPower button and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Fn keyFront components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Display components Wireless antennas Bottom componentsComponent Description Labels Additional hardware componentsComponent Description Networking Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name DescriptionUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless action keyUsing HP Wireless Assistant software Using a Wlan Using operating system controlsSetting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Roaming to another networkInserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WlanCannot connect to a preferred Wlan network Network icon is not displayed Current Wlan network security codes are unavailableConnecting to a local area network LAN Cannot connect to the wireless routerWlan connection is very weak Page Using the TouchPad Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Pointing devices and keyboardSelecting Using TouchPad gestures ScrollingUsing the action keys Connecting an external mouseIcon Action Description Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Icon Function Hotkey DescriptionPointing devices and keyboard Multimedia features MultimediaIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia Using the media activity functions Using the media activity action keysMultimedia software Opening preinstalled multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareUsing other multimedia software Audio Installing multimedia software from a discConnecting external audio devices Checking your audio functionsUsing the external monitor port Using the audio-out headphone jackUsing the audio-in microphone jack VideoConnecting an Hdmi device Identifying the installed optical drive Configuring audio for Hdmi select models onlyOptical drive CD-R discs Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDsSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs LightScribe CD orPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Configuring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settingsObserving the copyright warning Copying a CD or DVDCreating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Troubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drivePreventing playback disruptions Disc does not playDisc does not play automatically Movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyDevice driver must be reinstalled Movie is not visible on an external displayWebcam Obtaining the latest HP device driversAdjusting webcam properties Using power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting SleepViewing the current power plan Using the battery meterUsing power plans Initiating and exiting HibernationSelecting a different power plan Using external AC powerSetting password protection on wakeup Customizing power plansConnecting the AC adapter Using battery power Testing an AC adapterIdentifying batteries Displaying the remaining battery charge Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Inserting or removing the batteryPage Charging a battery Maximizing battery discharge timeManaging low battery levels Calibrating a battery Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Fully charge the battery Disable Hibernation and SleepDischarge the battery Fully recharge the batteryReenable Hibernation and Sleep Storing a battery Switching between graphics modes select models onlyConserving battery power Disposing of a used batteryShutting down the computer Click Shut downIdentifying installed drives DrivesHandling drives Using Disk Cleanup Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionUsing Disk Defragmenter Improving hard drive performanceUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusReplacing the hard drive Page Page Page Page External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceUsing an eSATA device Connecting an eSATA deviceRemoving an eSATA device Page Using Digital Media Slot cards External media cardsInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Memory modules Adding or replacing memory modulesPage Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Security Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Protecting the computerSetting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Setup UtilityPassword Function Administrator password Managing an administrator passwordUsing antivirus software Power-on passwordUsing firewall software Installing critical security updatesInstalling an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader Locating the fingerprint readerRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows HP QuickWeb Disabling and enabling QuickWebUsing Setup Utility Setup UtilityStarting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information System Configuration menu Setup Utility menusExiting Setup Utility Main menuDiagnostics menu Primary Hard Disk Self TestSoftware updates Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Updating programs and driversPage Backup and Recovery Creating recovery discsBacking up your information When to create restore points Using Windows Backup and RestoreUsing system restore points Create a system restore pointPerforming a recovery Recovering from the recovery discsRestore to a previous date and time Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window Symbols/Numerics IndexDVD-ROM SIM SSD