HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...? YES Run F2 Quick/Short Diagnostic Test Try reseating drive & check NO for loose connectors NO Replace drive or contact customer YES support for product model installed Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard...
...? YES Run F2 Quick/Short Diagnostic Test Try reseating drive & check NO for loose connectors NO Replace drive or contact customer YES support for product model installed Drive does not need to be Replaced (look to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard...
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...with SATA in AHCI or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Page 6 Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with ... power consumption on computer systems equipped with Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers....
...with SATA in AHCI or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Page 6 Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with ... power consumption on computer systems equipped with Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers....
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...: September 2012 Document Part Number: 697142-002 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to be liable for HP products and services are U.S. Software terms By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any further information or to change without... by its proprietor. The information contained herein is a trademark of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Intel is a trademark owned by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. If you agree to most models. Bluetooth is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. © Copyright 2012, 2013...
...: September 2012 Document Part Number: 697142-002 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to be liable for HP products and services are U.S. Software terms By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any further information or to change without... by its proprietor. The information contained herein is a trademark of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Intel is a trademark owned by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. If you agree to most models. Bluetooth is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. © Copyright 2012, 2013...
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Table of contents 1 Starting right ...1 Best practices ...1 Fun things to do ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...3 Finding your hardware and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 17 Connecting to a wired network ...17 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 18 v
Table of contents 1 Starting right ...1 Best practices ...1 Fun things to do ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...3 Finding your hardware and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 17 Connecting to a wired network ...17 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 18 v
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... the keyboard 25 Using the TouchPad ...25 Using TouchPad gestures ...25 Tapping ...26 Scrolling ...26 Pinching/zooming ...27 Rotating (select models only 27 2-finger click (select models only 28 Flicking (select models only 28 Edge swipes ...29 Right-edge swipe 29 Top-edge swipe 29 Left-edge swipe 30 Using the keyboard and...
... the keyboard 25 Using the TouchPad ...25 Using TouchPad gestures ...25 Tapping ...26 Scrolling ...26 Pinching/zooming ...27 Rotating (select models only 27 2-finger click (select models only 28 Flicking (select models only 28 Edge swipes ...29 Right-edge swipe 29 Top-edge swipe 29 Left-edge swipe 30 Using the keyboard and...
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... easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 69 What you need to know 69 Using the HP Recovery partition to recover a minimized image (select models only) ...69 Using HP Recovery media to recover 70 Changing the computer boot order 70 ...Removing the HP Recovery partition 70 12 Specifications ...71 Input power ...71 Operating environment ...
... easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 69 What you need to know 69 Using the HP Recovery partition to recover a minimized image (select models only) ...69 Using HP Recovery media to recover 70 Changing the computer boot order 70 ...Removing the HP Recovery partition 70 12 Specifications ...71 Input power ...71 Operating environment ...
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NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. ● Green: The optical drive is idle. Connects an AC adapter. Releases the disc tray. NOTE: ...
NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. ● Green: The optical drive is idle. Connects an AC adapter. Releases the disc tray. NOTE: ...
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You may need this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are in which the devices have been approved for use. The service label is ... or regions in easily accessible locations. ● Service label-Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (3) Product part number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Have this information when traveling internationally.
You may need this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are in which the devices have been approved for use. The service label is ... or regions in easily accessible locations. ● Service label-Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (3) Product part number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Have this information when traveling internationally.
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... network connection. Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you can use the wireless button to turn on or turn on the model. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of the wireless devices on your computer communicates with one or two wireless lights, depending on the...
... network connection. Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you can use the wireless button to turn on or turn on the model. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of the wireless devices on your computer communicates with one or two wireless lights, depending on the...
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... your wireless signals travel) depends on , the wireless light is on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the list. 4. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. NOTE...
... your wireless signals travel) depends on , the wireless light is on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the list. 4. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. NOTE...
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4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to an optical disc. Records video and captures still photographs. NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer. ... like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on page 41. NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a USB device on select models, high-definition devices.
4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to an optical disc. Records video and captures still photographs. NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer. ... like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on page 41. NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a USB device on select models, high-definition devices.
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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
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...TouchPad supports a variety of gestures that let your computer TouchPad or on the TouchPad as you to the keyboard and mouse. Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on the screen. You can be connected to perform routine tasks. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are... is on /off or on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on . TIP: Use the left and right buttons on a touch screen (select models only). 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. Review...
...TouchPad supports a variety of gestures that let your computer TouchPad or on the TouchPad as you to the keyboard and mouse. Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on the screen. You can be connected to perform routine tasks. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are... is on /off or on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on . TIP: Use the left and right buttons on a touch screen (select models only). 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. Review...
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To reverse the rotation, move your forefinger from 12 o'clock to 3 o'clock. Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone ...
To reverse the rotation, move your forefinger from 12 o'clock to 3 o'clock. Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone ...
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NOTE: Rotate is intended for the selected object. Rotate may not be functional for all apps. 2-finger click (select models only) 2-finger click allows you to make menu selections for an object on the screen. ● Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press ... flick your fingers in a light, quick motion up, down, left or right. 28 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Flicking (select models only) Flicking allows you can manipulate an object or image.
NOTE: Rotate is intended for the selected object. Rotate may not be functional for all apps. 2-finger click (select models only) 2-finger click allows you to make menu selections for an object on the screen. ● Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press ... flick your fingers in a light, quick motion up, down, left or right. 28 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Flicking (select models only) Flicking allows you can manipulate an object or image.
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...docking/expansion device. The computer does not use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Running on external AC power For information about ordering a replacement battery. A message refers you ... power: ● The battery begins to a disc (select models only) ● When running Disk Defragmenter on the Desktop changes appearance. Remove the battery from HP. To test the AC adapter: 1. possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from the computer. Running ...
...docking/expansion device. The computer does not use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Running on external AC power For information about ordering a replacement battery. A message refers you ... power: ● The battery begins to a disc (select models only) ● When running Disk Defragmenter on the Desktop changes appearance. Remove the battery from HP. To test the AC adapter: 1. possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from the computer. Running ...
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... the computer from external power for information on , the AC adapter is not functioning and should be unused and disconnected from external power. ● On models with the power button, the recommended procedure is in the Sleep state or in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, click the Power...
... the computer from external power for information on , the AC adapter is not functioning and should be unused and disconnected from external power. ● On models with the power button, the recommended procedure is in the Sleep state or in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, click the Power...
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... that allows you have more than one USB port, because this computer. A USB flash drive, connected to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). Some devices use minimal force to connect the device. Be sure to purchase devices that are compatible with your personal files...
... that allows you have more than one USB port, because this computer. A USB flash drive, connected to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). Some devices use minimal force to connect the device. Be sure to purchase devices that are compatible with your personal files...
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... CD-R disc, it cannot be used in the drive. Once the information is read information and record information many times to play BD movies (select models only). ● Playing most BD movie titles on an external display requires an HDMI digital connection. The DVDs can be used to 17 GB. AACS...
... CD-R disc, it cannot be used in the drive. Once the information is read information and record information many times to play BD movies (select models only). ● Playing most BD movie titles on an external display requires an HDMI digital connection. The DVDs can be used to 17 GB. AACS...
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...Windows System Restore is an option. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 69. ● If you can use the Factory Reset option of expertise: ● If you to ...reinstall Windows on page 68. ● If you created. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on your information from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. For more information and steps for using Windows System Restore, see Windows Help and ...
...Windows System Restore is an option. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 69. ● If you can use the Factory Reset option of expertise: ● If you to ...reinstall Windows on page 68. ● If you created. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on your information from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. For more information and steps for using Windows System Restore, see Windows Help and ...