Using the integrated numeric keypad
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28
Using an optional external numeric keypad
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28
Using pointing devices
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29
Setting pointing device preferences
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29
Using the TouchPad
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29
Turning the TouchPad off and on
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30
Navigating
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30
Selecting
...........................................................................................................
31
Using TouchPad gestures
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31
Scrolling
............................................................................................
32
Pinching/Zooming
.............................................................................
32
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Maintenance
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33
Inserting or removing the battery
........................................................................................................
33
Using the optional security screw
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35
Removing or replacing the service door
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36
Removing the service door
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36
Replacing the service door
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37
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive
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38
Removing the hard drive
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38
Installing a hard drive
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40
Adding or replacing memory modules
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42
Updating programs and drivers
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45
Cleaning your computer
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45
Cleaning products
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45
Cleaning procedures
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45
Cleaning the display
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45
Cleaning the sides and cover
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46
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard
..............................................................
46
6
Backup and recovery
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47
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator
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48
Creating recovery media
....................................................................................................
48
Backing up your information
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49
Performing a system recovery
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50
Using the Windows recovery tools
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50
Using f11 recovery tools
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51
Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)
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52
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