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HP V5222TU, V5224TU Reinstalling device drivers and other software, Update reinstalled software

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Reinstalling device drivers and other software

After the operating system installation process is complete, you must reinstall drivers.

To reinstall drivers, use the Recoverydisc included with the computer:

1.While running Windows, insert the Recoverydisc into the optical drive.

2.If Autorun is not enabled:

a.Select Start > Run.

b.Then type D:\SWSETUP\APPINSTL\SETUP.EXE where D indicates the optical drive.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions for installing the drivers.

After the drivers are reinstalled, you must reinstall any software you added to the computer. Follow the installation instructions provided with the software.

Update reinstalled software

It is strongly recommended that you update all reinstalled software. Depending on the settings you used on your former configuration, some software may have been automatically updated without your knowledge. Use the following update procedures as soon as the computer is connected to the Internet.

To access update links for the operating system and other software provided on the computer, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com and click the software and drivers download link.

To update optional software, follow the instructions included with the software. Many applications include an update feature that you can access from a Help button or menu item within the application.

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Contents

Notebook PC User Guide First Edition December Document Part Number Copyright 2005 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.PNotebook Tour Table of contentsTouchPad and Keyboard 3 Power Multimedia DrivesCalibrating a battery pack External Media Cards 9 Wireless Select Models OnlyExternal Devices Memory Modules13 Software Update and Recovery Setup Utility10 Modem and Local Area Network SecurityRoutine Care TroubleshootingElectrostatic Discharge IndexENWW ENWW Components 1 Notebook Tour1. Select Start My Computer 3. Select Hardware tab Device ManagerKeys Top componentsComponent DescriptionComponent TouchPadDescription Component Buttons and switchesDescription Component LightsDescription Display components Front componentsComponent DescriptionRight-side components Rear componentsComponentDescription ComponentConnects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter Power connectorChapter 1 Notebook Tour ComponentComponent Left-side componentsDescription 10 Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Bottom componentsComponent DescriptionENWW Wireless antennae select models onlyComponents 12 Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Additional hardware componentsComponent DescriptionLabels Rated input power SpecificationsOperating environment Feature Expansion port input/output signalsSupport ENWW 16 Chapter 1 Notebook TourTouchPad 2 TouchPad and KeyboardComponent DescriptionUsing an external mouse Using the TouchPadSetting TouchPad preferences Hotkeys KeyboardHotkey quick reference Hotkey proceduresDisplay and clear system information fn+esc Open the Print Options window fn+f2 Open the Help and Support Center fn+f1Open a Web browser fn+f3 Initiate standby fn+f5 Switch the screen image fn+f4Decrease screen brightness fn+f7 Initiate QuickLock fn+f6Increase screen brightness fn+f8 Play, pause or resume an audio CD or a DVD fn+f9Keypads Using the embedded numeric keypadEnabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using an external numeric keypadEnabling or disabling num lock mode as you work ENWW 26 Chapter 2 TouchPad and KeyboardPower control and light locations 3 PowerENWW 28 Chapter 3 PowerComponent DescriptionRecommended power source Power sourcesTask Connecting the AC adapter Standby Standby and hibernationHibernation When a reliable power supply is unavailable When you leave your workInitiating standby, hibernation or shutdown Page Using emergency shutdown procedures Default power settingsTurning the computer or display on or off Procedure Initiating or resuming from standbyTask Select Start Turn Off ComputerProcedure Initiating or restoring from hibernationTask ResultAccessing Power Options Properties Power optionsDisplaying the Power Meter icon 3. Select the Always show icon on the taskbar check boxSetting a security prompt Setting or changing a power schemeProcessor performance controls Inserting or removing a battery pack Battery packsCharging a battery pack Interpreting charge indicators Monitoring the charge of the battery packObtaining accurate charge information Displaying charge information on the screenIdentifying low-battery conditions Managing low-battery conditionsLow-battery condition Critical low-battery conditionWhen external power is available Resolving low-battery conditionsWhen a charged battery pack is available When no power source is availableWhen to calibrate Calibrating a battery packHow to calibrate Step 1 Charging the battery packStep 2 Discharging the battery pack Conserving power as you work Conserving battery powerStep 3 Recharging the battery pack Disposing of a used battery pack Storing a battery packSelecting power conservation settings Drive care 4 Drives50 Chapter 4 Drives IDE drive lightHard drive 1. Lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay 7. Lift the hard drive away from the computer To install a hard drive4. Close the cover 52 Chapter 4 DrivesENWW 5. Tighten the hard drive cover screwsHard drive Optical drives Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical disc with power Removing an optical disc without power Avoiding standby or hibernation Identifying the installed optical drive Using the optical drive5 Multimedia Multimedia hardwareInserting an optical disc Removing an optical disc with power Removing an optical disc without power Using media activity hotkeys 64 Chapter 5 Multimedia Using the audio featuresComponent DescriptionUsing the audio-out headphone jack Using the audio-in microphone jackUsing S/PDIF digital audio select models only c. Select the Place volume icon in the taskbar check box Adjusting the volumeUsing the external monitor port Using the video featuresUsing the S-Video-out jack HP Mobile Remote Control PC Card version Remote control select models onlyInserting the battery PC Card version Multimedia hardware ENWWStoring the remote control in the PC Card slot Button Button quick reference PC Card versionFunction in Microsoft Windows Function in QuickPlay select models onlyPress to decrease system volume Press to increase system volumeIf muted, press to restore system volume 74 Chapter 5 MultimediaPress to switch the computer image between +left arrow command in the active applicationButton Function in Microsoft WindowsHP Mobile Remote Control PC Card version component functions Inserting the battery ExpressCard version HP Mobile Remote Control ExpressCard version78 Chapter 5 Multimedia 3. Replace the battery compartment coverENWW Storing the remote control in the ExpressCard slot Button quick reference ExpressCard version Multimedia hardware ENWWButton Function in Microsoft WindowsFunction in Microsoft Windows ButtonFunction in QuickPlay select models only PreviousHP Mobile Remote Control ExpressCard version component functions Troubleshooting the remote controlInstalling multimedia software from a CD select models only Identifying preinstalled multimedia softwareMultimedia software Select Start All ProgramsUsing multimedia software Protecting the CD or DVD write process Protecting playbackObserving the copyright warning Changing DVD region settings1. Select Start My Computer ENWW 88 Chapter 5 MultimediaMedia Reader cards select models only 6 External Media CardsInserting a digital card Stopping or removing a digital card PC Cards select models only Configuring a PC CardStopping or removing a PC Card Inserting a PC CardTo stop or remove a PC Card ExpressCards Configuring an ExpressCardSelecting an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCards ENWWStopping or removing an ExpressCard Connecting a USB device Using a USB device7 External Devices Required USB software Stopping a USB deviceConnecting a 1394 device Using a 1394 device select models onlyStopping a 1394 device Required 1394 software102 Chapter 7 External Devices Using the expansion portAdding or replacing memory modules 8 Memory Modules7. Lift the memory module compartment cover 2 away from the computer 11. Close the cover 9. To insert a memory moduleENWW Adding or replacing memory modules14. Reconnect external power and external devices 13. Replace the battery pack12. Tighten the memory module compartment cover screw 15. Turn on the computer1. Select Start My Computer Effects of increasing memoryVideo memory settings select models only Wireless features 9 Wireless Select Models OnlyIdentifying an 802.11 wireless device a. Select Start My ComputerWireless controls 802.11 wireless devices select models only Setting up a WLAN in your home Connecting to a public WLAN Connecting to a WLAN in your homeUsing wireless security features Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Modem 10 Modem and Local Area NetworkTo connect a modem cable Connecting the modem cable1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack 1 on the computer 2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jackSelecting a location setting Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapterViewing the current country selection 1. Select Start Control Panel1. Select Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Adding new locations when travelingCheck the telephone line type Solving travel connection problemsCheck for pulse or tone dialing a. Select Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections1. Select Start All Programs Accessories Communications Using preinstalled communication softwareg. Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialing 10. Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialingLocal area networks 122 Chapter 10 Modem and Local Area Network 2. Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jackENWW 11 Security Security featuresGuidelines for setting passwords PasswordsQuickLock Passwords set in WindowsAdministrator password Passwords set in the Setup UtilityManaging an administrator password Entering an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Entering a power-on passwordAntivirus software Critical updatesFirewall software Optional security cable ENWW 130 Chapter 11 SecuritySetup Utility access 12 Setup UtilitySetup Utility language Setup Utility defaults Main menu Setup Utility menusSecurity menu SelectDiagnostics menu System Configuration menuf10 and f12 Delay sec-Set the delay for Internal Network Adapter boot-EnableENWW 136 Chapter 12 Setup UtilitySoftware updates 13 Software Update and RecoveryHP Software Update Select Start All Programs HP HP Software UpdateAccessing computer information Software updates and the HP Web siteDownloading a BIOS update Installing a BIOS update Downloading and installing other software Safeguarding your information System recoveryUsing System Restore Creating a restore pointRestoring to a restore point Reinstalling applicationsReinstalling applications from the hard drive Reinstalling applications from discsRepairing the operating system Back up your system Reinstalling the operating systemReinstall the operating system Update reinstalled software Reinstalling device drivers and other softwarea. Select Start Run ENWW 148 Chapter 13 Software Update and Recovery14 Routine Care Hardware maintenanceDisposing of a used battery pack Battery packDisplay TouchPad and keyboardUsing Disk Cleanup Using Disk DefragmenterDrives Regular tune-ups Traveling and shipping Quick checklist 15 TroubleshootingThe computer will not start up The software is functioning abnormally The computer screen is blankIn Windows XP Home, select Start Turn Off Computer Restart The computer is extremely warm The computer is turned on, but is not respondingAn external device is not working The computer cannot connect to a wireless local area network WLAN Customer Care Taking the computer to a service partnerPreparing to contact Customer Care Contacting Customer Care by e-mail or telephoneENWW 160 Chapter 15 TroubleshootingPreventing electrostatic discharge 16 Electrostatic DischargeHandling drives Handling internal componentsGrounding methods Index Symbols/NumericsPage Page Page Page ENWW 168 Index