Computer Setup And Diagnostics Utilities - HP Compaq nc8000 Maintenance And Service Manual

Troubleshooting
2.1 Computer Setup and Diagnostics
Utilities
The notebook features two system management utilities:
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Computer Setup—A system information and customization
utility that can be used even when your operating system is
not working or does not load. This utility includes settings
that are not available in Microsoft Windows.
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Diagnostics for Windows—A system information and
diagnostic utility that is used within the Windows operating
system. Use this utility whenever possible to:
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It is not necessary to configure a device connected to a USB
connector on the notebook or to an optional HP Port Replicator.
Using Computer Setup
Information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from
the File, Security, or Advanced menus:
1. Turn on or restart the notebook. Press
F10 = ROM-Based Setup message is displayed in the lower
left corner of the screen.
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2. Select the File, Security, or Advanced menu.
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Display system information.
Test system components.
Troubleshoot a device configuration problem in
Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home.
To change the language, press
To view navigation information, press
To return to the Computer Setup menu, press
while the
F10
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F2
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F1
Maintenance and Service Guide
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