HP 355385-001 manual Recovery Procedures

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Software Updates and Restorations

7.Select the file that includes an .exe extension—for example, Filename.exe. (The installation begins.)

8.To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen.

✎After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from the HP folder.

Recovery Procedures

ÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of notebook functionality, perform the procedures described in this section only while the notebook is connected to reliable external power through the AC adapter. During a software restoration, repair, or reinstallation:

■Do not unplug the notebook from external power.

■Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation.

■Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.

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Contents Software Guide Page Contents Security MultimediaSoftware Updates and Restorations Playing DVDs and Video CDs with InterVideoIndex Selecting a Power Source Task Use This Power SourceStandby, Hibernation and Shutdown StandbyHibernation Shutdown When External Power Supply Is Disrupted or Uncertain When Resuming After a Short IntervalWhen Resuming After a Week or More Choosing Standby, Hibernation or ShutdownStandby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures When Using Infrared or Drive MediaIdentifying Power Controls and Indicators Identifying power controls and indicators Using the Default Power Settings Task Procedure ResultsTurning the Notebook or Display On or Off Task Procedure Result Initiating or Resuming from HibernationUsing Emergency Shutdown Procedures Initiating or Resuming from StandbySetting Power Preferences Accessing Power Options WindowDisplaying Power Meter Icon on Taskbar Setting or Changing a Power Scheme Using a Security PasswordAccessing Windows XP Processor Controls Processor Performance ControlsPower Scheme AC Power Battery Power Security Security Features Quick Reference To Protect Against This Risk Use This FeatureAbout Passwords Forgotten PasswordsUsing HP and Windows Passwords About QuickLock Fn+F6 About Power-On Passwords Setting, Changing or Deleting Power-On PasswordsSetting a Power-On Password Changing a Power-On Password Entering Power-On Passwords Deleting a Power-On PasswordAbout Administrator Passwords Setting, Changing or Deleting Administrator PasswordsSetting an Administrator Password Changing an Administrator Password Deleting an Administrator Password Using Other Device Security Entering Administrator PasswordsUsing System Information Setting System Information OptionsProtecting System Information Protecting Your Notebook Using Security Software Measures Step Use this Security Measure For More InformationConnecting an Optional Security Cable Connecting the optional security cable Using CDs and DVDs Protecting PlaybackUsing Hotkeys and Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Observing the Copyright WarningIdentifying the multimedia hotkeys and Quick Launch buttons HP Image Zone Select Models InterVideo Home Theater Select Models Reprogramming the Quick Launch Buttons Select ModelsPlaying Audio and Video CDs with Windows Media Player Playing CDsGeneral DVD Tips Using DVD Region Settings Playing DVDs or Video CDsUsing InterVideo WinDVD Creator Select Models Changing Region SettingsPreparing to Use InterVideo WinDVD Creator Choosing Recording MediaSonic RecordNow Creating DVDs and Video CDsSoftware Updates Restorations Updating SoftwareAccessing Notebook Product Information Accessing Notebook ROM InformationDownloading and Installing Software Updates Downloading and Installing ROM Updates Downloading ROM Update Installing ROM Update Downloading and Installing Other Software Recovery Procedures Before You Begin Step Description Refer toUsing the System Restore Utility Setting a Restore PointRestoring to a Restore Point Repairing or Reinstalling Drivers Repairing or Reinstalling Applications Reinstalling Applications from Your Hard DriveRepairing or Reinstalling Operating System Reinstalling Applications from the Driver Recovery CDRepairing the Operating System About Operating System Reinstallation Backing Up Your DataReinstalling the Operating System Turn on the notebook by briefly pressing the power button Reinstalling Other Software Updating Reinstalled SoftwareInstalling a Retail Version of an Operating System Configuring Your NotebookOpening the Setup Utility Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility Setting Description Default Main MenuSecurity Menu Boot Menu Exit MenuUsing the Help and Support Center Restoring Setup Utility Default SettingsExiting the Setup Utility Software Updates and Restorations Using Support Telephone Numbers Obtaining Support Telephone NumbersPreparing to Call Technical Support Index Fn 3-2 hotkeys 3-2prt sc Index-3 Index-4