HP Pavilion g6-2000 User Manual

User Guide

HP Pavilion g6-2000 Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	Pavilion g6-2000
Category	Laptop
Language	English

Summary

1 Starting Right

Best Practices for Computer Setup

Guidance for initial computer setup and protection.

2 Getting to Know Your Computer

3 Connecting to a Network

Connecting to a Wireless Network

Steps for establishing wireless connections (WLAN, Bluetooth).

Connecting to a Wired Network

Instructions for setting up a wired LAN connection.

5 Using the Keyboard and Pointing Devices

Keyboard Operations

Explanation of keyboard functions, action keys, and hot keys.

TouchPad Navigation and Gestures

Guide to using the TouchPad for movement and gestures.

6 Managing Power

Understanding Sleep and Hibernation

Explanation of computer power-saving states.

Password Protection on Wakeup

Running on Battery Power

Battery life, removal, and status information.

Running on External Power

7 Managing and Sharing Information

Using USB Devices

Connecting and removing USB devices.

Using Optical Drives

8 Maintaining Your Computer

Improving Computer Performance

Tips for optimizing performance via disk tools.

Replacing the Hard Drive

Step-by-step instructions for hard drive replacement.

Performance Optimization Tools

Adding or Replacing Memory Modules

Instructions for upgrading computer RAM.

Updating Programs and Drivers

9 Securing Your Computer and Information

Using Passwords

Tips for creating secure passwords for Windows and BIOS.

Setting BIOS Passwords

Securing Wireless Networks

Backing Up Data and Information

10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics

Starting the BIOS Setup Utility

Steps to access and launch the BIOS utility.

Updating the BIOS

Running System Diagnostics

11 Backing Up, Restoring, and Recovering

Creating System and File Backups

Creating system and personal file backups.

Creating Recovery Media

Steps to create recovery discs or flash drives.

Creating System Restore Points

How to create and use system restore points.

System Restore and Recovery Options

Restoring the system from restore points or HP Recovery Manager.

13 Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshooting Disc Drive Issues

Solutions for problems with the optical disc drive.

Troubleshooting Wireless Network Connectivity

Steps for resolving various wireless network issues.

Troubleshooting Power Management Issues

Troubleshooting AC Adapter Issues

14 Electrostatic Discharge

Electrostatic Discharge Precautions