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Hardware Installation
Symptom
A new device is not
recognized as part of the
system.
A new device does
not work.
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HP Firebird Desktop Essentials (Features may vary by model)
Possible solution
Install the device driver from the CD provided with the device, or
download and install the driver from the device manufacturer's
Web site.
You may need an updated driver for Windows Vista. Contact the
device vendor directly for an update.
For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. For details, refer to the
Limited Warranty and Support Guide for details.
Ensure that all cables are properly and securely connected, and
that the pins in the cable or connector are not bent.
Turn off the computer, turn on the external device, and then turn on
the computer to integrate the device with the computer.
Restart the computer, and then follow the onscreen instructions to
accept the changes.
Disable the automatic settings in the operating system for the card,
and choose a basic configuration that does not cause a resource
conflict.
You can also reconfigure or disable devices to resolve the resource
conflict.
To install or uninstall a device driver, you must be logged in with
administrative privileges. If you need to switch users, click the
Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to
the Lock button, and then click Switch User. Choose a user with
administrative privileges.
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