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HP CQ35-304TU Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start Computer, Appendix B Software updates

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1.Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer.

Make a note of the path to the 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 the download is complete. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps:

1.Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer.

2.Double-click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:).

3.Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update.

4.Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins.

5.Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions.

The system automatically shuts down after the BIOS has successfully updated.

NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive.

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HP CQ35-304TU, CQ36-108TX, CQ36-109TX manual Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start Computer, Appendix B Software updates

Contents

User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice iv Safety warning notice 1 Notebook tour Table of contents2 Wireless and local area network 3 Pointing devices and keyboard 4 Multimedia5 Power management 6 Drives 7 External devicesAppendix A Setup Utility 8 External media cards9 Memory modules 10 SecurityAppendix B Software updates Index1 Notebook tour Identifying the hardwareTop components TouchPadLights ComponentDescription ComponentButtons and fingerprint reader select models only Identifying the hardwareComponent DescriptionPanel System and Security Power Options 4 Chapter 1 Notebook tourComponent DescriptionFront components KeysComponent DescriptionRight-side components ComponentDescription ComponentLeft-side components ComponentDescription ComponentBottom components 8 Chapter 1 Notebook tourComponent DescriptionWireless antennas Display componentsInternal display switch the power is onAdditional hardware components Identifying the labels 12 Chapter 1 Notebook tour 2 Wireless and local area network Using wireless devices Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing Wireless Assistant software select models only Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless button Using operating system controls 3. Click PropertiesProtecting your WLAN Using a WLANSetting up a WLAN Connecting to a WLAN Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityUse wireless encryption Work behind a firewallRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIMUsing HP Mobile Broadband select models only 8. Remove the cover from the computer12. Replace the battery 13. Reconnect external power 14. Reconnect external devices22 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network 15. Turn on the computerRemoving a SIM 13. Reconnect external devices 14. Turn on the computer 11. Replace the battery 12. Reconnect external power24 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN1. Select Start Control Panel System and Security 2. In the System area, click Device ManagerCurrent WLAN network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to a preferred WLAN networkNetwork icon is not displayed Cannot connect to the wireless router 2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panelWLAN connection is very weak 2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panelConnecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad 3 Pointing devices and keyboardRotating select models only Pinching select models onlyUsing hotkeys Function HotkeyDescription fn+escFunction HotkeyDescription fn+f5Using keypads Using the embedded numeric keypad Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypadSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardUsing an optional external numeric keypad Identifying your multimedia components Multimedia features4 Multimedia Multimedia features ComponentDescription Environmental NoticesAdjusting the volume b. Click Customize notification icons Using the media activity functionsUsing the media activity hotkeys Multimedia software Using multimedia softwareInstalling multimedia software from a disc Connecting external audio devices 1. Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound RecorderAudio Checking your audio functions44 Chapter 4 Multimedia Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorConnecting an HDMI device Configuring audio for HDMI select models only Adjusting webcam properties WebcamTroubleshooting The disc tray does not open for removal of a discThe computer does not detect the optical drive 2. Select Advanced settings Monitor tab A disc does not play1. Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings 2. Select Advanced Settings Monitor tabA disc does not play automatically A movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyObtaining the latest HP device drivers A device driver must be reinstalledA DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 1. Click Start All Programs Windows Update2. Click Check for Updates 5 Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting Sleep2. Click Customize notification icons Using the battery meterInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using power plans Setting password protection on wakeupViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planUsing external AC power Connecting the AC adapterUsing battery power Testing an AC adapterFinding battery information in Help and Support Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Identifying batteriesInserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelCalibrating a battery Step 1 Fully charge the batteryResolving a low battery level when external power is available Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is availableStep 2 Disable Hibernation and Sleep Step 3 Discharge the battery4. Change the Turn off the display settings to Never 5. Click Change advanced power settingsConserving battery power Step 4 Fully recharge the batteryStep 5 Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 4. Click Change advanced power settingsStoring a battery Disposing of a used batteryReplacing the battery Shutting down the computer3. Click Shut down Handling drives Identifying installed drives6 Drives Select Start Computer Using an optical driveIdentifying the installed optical drive Using optical discs Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDsCD-R discs CD-RW discsDVD±R discs DVD±RW discs1. Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Configuring AutoPlayPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Changing DVD region settings Observing the copyright warningCreating burning a CD or DVD 1. Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoCopying a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Using Disk DefragmenterImproving hard drive performance Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection Using Disk CleanupIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 2. Click Defragment disk2. On the Icon in System Tray row, click Show Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection softwareReplacing the hard drive 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 6. Remove the battery from the computerTo remove the hard drive 1. Save your work 2. Shut down the computer and close the displayTo install a hard drive 11. Lift the hard drive 3 out of the hard drive bay1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay Replacing the hard drive5. Close the cover 6. Tighten the 3 hard drive cover screws 80 Chapter 6 DrivesUsing a USB device Connecting a USB device7 External devices Removing a USB deviceTo remove a USB device 2. Click the name of the device in the listNOTE You are prompted that it is safe to remove the hardware device 3. Remove the deviceRemoving an eSATA device Using an eSATA deviceConnecting an eSATA device 8 External media cards 84 Chapter 8 External media cardsUsing Digital Media Slot cards Inserting a digital cardRemoving a digital card Inserting an ExpressCard Using ExpressCardsConfiguring an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards 9 Memory modules 90 Chapter 9 Memory modulesAdding or replacing memory modules 92 Chapter 9 Memory modules 8. Lift the memory module compartment cover 2 away from the computer9. Remove the memory module from the expansion memory slot 10. Insert a memory module in the expansion memory slot 12. Close the cover13. Tighten the 3 memory module compartment cover screws Adding or replacing memory modulesUpgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Adding or replacing memory modules 9. Remove the memory module from the primary memory slot10. Insert a memory module in the primary memory module slot 14. Replace the battery 12. Close the cover13. Tighten the 3 memory module compartment cover screws 16. Turn on the computer10 Security Protecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in WindowsSetting passwords in Setup Utility Administrator passwordEntering an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging an administrator password Managing a power-on password Entering a power-on passwordUsing antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical security updates Installing an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyLocating the fingerprint reader Registering fingerprintsUsing your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows A Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityChanging the language of Setup Utility Displaying system information Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Using Setup Utility After either choice, the computer restarts in WindowsSetup Utility Menus System Configuration menuMain menu Security menuDiagnostics menu SelectTo do this SelectB Software updates Downloading a BIOS update Updating the BIOSDetermining the BIOS version 1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start Computer 5. Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions118 Appendix B Software updates Updating programs and drivers Symbols/Numerics IndexPage Page Page wireless light, identifying 2 wireless module compartment identifying 8 wireless network WLANconnecting 18 corporate WLAN connection WLAN device 11, 14 WLAN label 11 writable media 54 WWAN device