Current network security codes are unavailable
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33
WLAN connection is very weak
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34
Cannot connect to the wireless router
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34
Using the modem (select models only)
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35
Connecting a modem cable
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35
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter
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36
Selecting a location setting
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36
Viewing the current location selection
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36
Adding new locations when traveling
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37
Solving travel connection problems
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38
Connecting to a local area network (LAN)
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39
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Pointing devices and keyboard
Using pointing devices
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40
Setting pointing device preferences
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40
Using the TouchPad
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40
Using the pointing stick (select models only)
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40
Connecting an external mouse
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40
Using the keyboard
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40
Using hotkeys
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40
Using HP QuickLook 3
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43
Using keypads
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43
Using the embedded numeric keypad
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43
Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad
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44
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad
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44
Using the integrated numeric keypad
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44
Using an optional external numeric keypad
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45
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Multimedia
Multimedia features
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46
Adjusting the volume
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46
Multimedia software
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47
Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software
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48
Installing multimedia software from a disc
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48
Audio
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49
Connecting external audio devices
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49
Checking your audio functions
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49
Video
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51
Connecting an external monitor or projector
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51
Using the external monitor port
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51
Using the DisplayPort
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51
Optical drive (select models only)
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53
Identifying the optical drive
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53
Playing a CD, DVD, or BD
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53
Configuring AutoPlay
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53
Changing DVD region settings
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54
Observing the copyright warning
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54
Copying a CD, DVD, or BD
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55
Creating (burning) a CD, DVD, or BD
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55
Removing an optical disc (CD, DVD, or BD)
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