HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 and Windows Vista
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Networking (select models only)
- Multimedia
- Power management
- Shutting down the computer
- Setting power options
- Using Power Assistant (select models only)
- Using battery power
- Finding additional battery information
- Using Battery Check
- Displaying the remaining battery charge
- Maximizing battery discharge time
- Managing low battery levels
- Conserving battery power
- Storing a battery
- Disposing of a used battery
- Replacing the battery
- Using external AC power
- Switching between graphics modes (select models only)
- External cards and devices
- Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only)
- Using PC Cards (select models only)
- Using ExpressCards (select models only)
- Using smart cards (select models only)
- Using a USB device
- Using 1394 devices (select models only)
- Using an eSATA device (select models only)
- Using a serial device (select models only)
- Using optional external devices
- Drives
- Security
- Protecting the computer
- Using passwords
- Using antivirus software
- Using firewall software
- Installing critical security updates
- Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only)
- Installing an optional security cable
- Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)
- Maintenance
- Computer Setup (BIOS) and System Diagnostics
- MultiBoot
- Management
- Traveling with the computer
- Troubleshooting resources
- Electrostatic Discharge
- Index

HP CCM (Client Configuration Manager) (select models only)
HP CCM automates the management of software such as operating systems, programs, software
updates, and content and configuration settings to ensure that each computer is maintained in the
correct configuration. With these automated management solutions, you can manage software
throughout the life cycle of the computer.
CCM enables you to perform the following tasks:
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Collect hardware and software inventory across multiple platforms
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Prepare a software package and conduct impact analysis prior to distribution
● Target individual computers, workgroups, or entire populations of computers for deployment and
maintenance of software and content according to policies
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Provision and manage operating systems, applications, and content on distributed computers
from any location
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Integrate CCM with help desks and other system management tools for seamless operations
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Leverage a common infrastructure for management of software and content on standard
computing devices across any network for all enterprise users
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Scale to meet enterprise needs
HP SSM (System Software Manager)
HP SSM lets you remotely update system-level software on multiple systems simultaneously. When
executed on a client computer, SSM detects versions of both hardware and software, and then
updates designated software from a central repository, known as a file store. Driver versions that are
supported by SSM are denoted with a special icon on the HP driver download Web site and on the
Support Software CD. To download the SSM utility or to obtain more information on SSM, see the HP
Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/ssm (English only).
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