Specifications
2–2 Maintenance and Service Guide
Troubleshooting
2.1 Computer Setup and Diagnostics 
Utilities
The notebook features two system management utilities:
■ Computer Setup—A system information and customization 
utility that can be used even when your operating system is 
not working or will not load. This utility includes settings that 
are not available in Microsoft Windows.
■ Diagnostics for Windows—A system information and 
diagnostic utility that is used within the Windows operating 
system. Use this utility whenever possible to:
❏ Display system information.
❏ Test system components.
❏ Troubleshoot a device configuration problem in 
Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home.
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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 while the 
F10 = ROM-Based Setup message is displayed in the lower 
left corner of the screen.
❏ To change the language, press F2.
❏ To view navigation information, press F1.
❏ To return to the Computer Setup menu, press esc.
2. Select the File, Security, or Advanced menu.










