HP Pavilion Dv7 6c00 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Restoring using the restore media
1.If possible, back up all personal files.
2.Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer or an optional external
optical drive, and then restart the computer.
– or –
Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer, and then restart the computer.
NOTE:If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager, the
computer boot order needs to be changed.
3.Press f9 at system bootup.
4.Select the optical drive or...

You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Back
up your system at the following times:
●At regularly scheduled times
TIP:Set reminders to back up your information periodically.
●Before the computer is repaired or restored
●Before you add or modify hardware or software
Guidelines:
●Create system restore points using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically
copy them to an optical disc or an external hard drive. For more information on using...

Using Windows system restore points
A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point
in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes.
NOTE:Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created
since the last restore point.
You also can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for your files and
settings.
When to create restore points
●Before you add...

13 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System
Diagnostics
Using Setup Utility (BIOS)
Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and
output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup
Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the
computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.
NOTE:Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can...

Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS)
To navigate and select in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow these steps:
1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
●To select a menu or a menu item, use the tab key and the keyboard arrow keys and then
press enter.
●To scroll up and down, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key.
●To close open dialog boxes and return to the main Setup Utility (BIOS)...

3.Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults.
4.Follow the on-screen instructions.
5.To save your changes and exit, press f10, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.
Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
NOTE:Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restore the factory
settings.
Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS)
●To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) and save your...

Downloading a BIOS update
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download
and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the
AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery
power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the
download and installation, follow these instructions:
Do not disconnect power from the computer...

Using System Diagnostics
System Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is
functioning properly. Depending on your computer, the following diagnostic tests may be available in
System Diagnostics:
●Start-up test—This test analyzes the main computer components that are required to start the
computer.
●Run-in test—This test repeats the start-up test and checks for intermittent problems that the
start-up test does not detect.
●Hard disk test—This test analyzes the...

A Troubleshooting and support
Troubleshooting
The computer is unable to start up
If the computer does not turn on when you press the power button, the following suggestions may
help you determine why the computer will not start up:
●If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into the outlet to be
sure that the outlet is providing adequate power.
NOTE:Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this
computer.
●If the computer is running on...

The computer is on but not responding
If the computer is on but is not responding to software or keyboard commands, try the following
emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided:
CAUTION:Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of unsaved information.
●Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button.
●Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
●Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.
The computer is unusually warm
It is normal for the...