HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...on the hard drive. For more information. To address these issues, refer to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) ...attribute threshold. If write splices continue to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on a "first available space" basis. In this white paper. Fragmentation occurs when an entire file...
...on the hard drive. For more information. To address these issues, refer to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) ...attribute threshold. If write splices continue to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on a "first available space" basis. In this white paper. Fragmentation occurs when an entire file...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup ...
Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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To get more HP resources. Fun things to do with Microsoft applications. See Using audio on page 20. ● ...VGA monitor or projector on your ideas with the computer hardware and software. TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from all over the world? But did you know you can create a powerful presentation with your computer, and where to ... YouTube video on TV? Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can also connect your work and entertainment. For more at Using antivirus software on page 65.
To get more HP resources. Fun things to do with Microsoft applications. See Using audio on page 20. ● ...VGA monitor or projector on your ideas with the computer hardware and software. TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from all over the world? But did you know you can create a powerful presentation with your computer, and where to ... YouTube video on TV? Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can also connect your work and entertainment. For more at Using antivirus software on page 65.
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...postal address. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. For U.S. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. Limited Warranty* To access the warranty, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User ... For product details, how-to information, and more, use this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select Warranty and services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to: ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD...
...postal address. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. For U.S. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. Limited Warranty* To access the warranty, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User ... For product details, how-to information, and more, use this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select Warranty and services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to: ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD...
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... find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the App bar, and then click the All apps icon. Front Component Speakers...
... find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the App bar, and then click the All apps icon. Front Component Speakers...
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... 7 These notices are located in use. (5) WLAN antenna* Send and receive wireless signals to your country or region. To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep... area networks (WLANs). *The antenna is in Help and Support. NOTE: The internal display switch is on. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from obstructions.
... 7 These notices are located in use. (5) WLAN antenna* Send and receive wireless signals to your country or region. To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep... area networks (WLANs). *The antenna is in Help and Support. NOTE: The internal display switch is on. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from obstructions.
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Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on . Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen.
Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on . Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen.
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...® Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to know your power settings: 1. From the Start screen, type power options. 2. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. To learn more about your computer...
...® Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to know your power settings: 1. From the Start screen, type power options. 2. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. To learn more about your computer...
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Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. Execute frequently used system functions. Displays the Start screen.
Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. Execute frequently used system functions. Displays the Start screen.
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... authorized for the internal fan to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. Wireless and memory module compartment Hard drive bay Contains the wireless and memory...
... authorized for the internal fan to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. Wireless and memory module compartment Hard drive bay Contains the wireless and memory...
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... local area networks (commonly referred to a network The wireless light indicates the overall power state of wires. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. 14 Chapter 3 Connecting to...
... local area networks (commonly referred to a network The wireless light indicates the overall power state of wires. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. 14 Chapter 3 Connecting to...
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To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in a safe place. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you a user ID and a password to share an Internet connection, a printer, ... ISP will help , and then select Help and Support from the options displayed. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the list of hardware or software.
To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in a safe place. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you a user ID and a password to share an Internet connection, a printer, ... ISP will help , and then select Help and Support from the options displayed. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the list of hardware or software.
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... encryption uses security settings to the router by your router manufacturer or your network from unauthorized access. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of modem you need the following precautions to email that is recommended that you...
... encryption uses security settings to the router by your router manufacturer or your network from unauthorized access. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of modem you need the following precautions to email that is recommended that you...
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... shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not see the Bluetooth software Help. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the Start screen, type network and sharing. WARNING! To reduce the risk of options is sold separately. Connecting to , open the Network Sharing Center.
... shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not see the Bluetooth software Help. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the Start screen, type network and sharing. WARNING! To reduce the risk of options is sold separately. Connecting to , open the Network Sharing Center.
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...and captures still photographs. NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the entertainment features on your music, and download and ... like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on page 41. Reads an optical disc. Produce sound. 19 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Internal microphone Webcam Webcam light...
...and captures still photographs. NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the entertainment features on your music, and download and ... like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on page 41. Reads an optical disc. Produce sound. 19 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Internal microphone Webcam Webcam light...
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... video with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer. Using audio On... your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix...
... video with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer. Using audio On... your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix...
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...click the Sounds tab. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is connected to connect a high-definition monitor or TV. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of apps. 2. To check the recording... functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. WARNING! From the Start screen, type sound, and then select Sound Recorder from the list of apps. 2. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is a powerful video device...
...click the Sounds tab. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is connected to connect a high-definition monitor or TV. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of apps. 2. To check the recording... functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. WARNING! From the Start screen, type sound, and then select Sound Recorder from the list of apps. 2. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is a powerful video device...
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...high-definition device according to alternate the screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and ...press f4, the display state changes. To connect an HDMI device to the VGA port on the external device only. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately....
...high-definition device according to alternate the screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and ...press f4, the display state changes. To connect an HDMI device to the VGA port on the external device only. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately....
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... the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. Connect one end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. On the Playback tab, click the name of apps. From the Start... screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the digital output device. 3. After you can then turn on the computer. 2. Using video ...
... the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. Connect one end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. On the Playback tab, click the name of apps. From the Start... screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the digital output device. 3. After you can then turn on the computer. 2. Using video ...
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Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features