HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... well as support for lower 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 address known issues. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI...
... well as support for lower 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 address known issues. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI...
HP Getting Started - Windows 7
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... backlight keyboard feature on or off based on at the factory, uses proximity sensor technology to conserve battery life, disable HP Wireless Audio when you start HP Wireless Audio Manager, be sure that the wireless device is turned on (the wireless light on the f12 key is in the notification area and select Enable HP Wireless Audio. - NOTE: Before you are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, select Start > All Programs > Intel > Intel Smart Connect...
... backlight keyboard feature on or off based on at the factory, uses proximity sensor technology to conserve battery life, disable HP Wireless Audio when you start HP Wireless Audio Manager, be sure that the wireless device is turned on (the wireless light on the f12 key is in the notification area and select Enable HP Wireless Audio. - NOTE: Before you are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, select Start > All Programs > Intel > Intel Smart Connect...
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... Audio Control Panel by selecting Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel. ● Blinking white: The hard drive is off or in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to view and control all audio settings...
... Audio Control Panel by selecting Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel. ● Blinking white: The hard drive is off or in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to view and control all audio settings...
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Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. 26 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. 26 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
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...devices, setting preferences 26 ports HDMI 17 USB 3.0 17 USB 3.0 charging 17 power button, identifying 14 power connector, identifying 16 power lights, identifying 13, 16 Product Key 39 product name and number, computer 39 proximity sensors 6, 18 R radiance backlight keyboard 6 recovering using the dedicated recovery partition 34 recovering using the recovery discs 34 recovery discs 33 regulatory information regulatory label 39 wireless certification labels 39 restore points 36 restore, system performing 33 using recovery discs 34 using the dedicated recovery partition 34 RJ-45 (network) jack...
...devices, setting preferences 26 ports HDMI 17 USB 3.0 17 USB 3.0 charging 17 power button, identifying 14 power connector, identifying 16 power lights, identifying 13, 16 Product Key 39 product name and number, computer 39 proximity sensors 6, 18 R radiance backlight keyboard 6 recovering using the dedicated recovery partition 34 recovering using the recovery discs 34 recovery discs 33 regulatory information regulatory label 39 wireless certification labels 39 restore points 36 restore, system performing 33 using recovery discs 34 using the dedicated recovery partition 34 RJ-45 (network) jack...
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... exiting Hibernation. Setting power options 17 When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work is set a password to be changed in Windows® Control Panel. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to a disc or an external media card. NOTE...
... exiting Hibernation. Setting power options 17 When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work is set a password to be changed in Windows® Control Panel. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to a disc or an external media card. NOTE...
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... port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to the computer. 2. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Using optional external devices...
... port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiBay device Using the expansion port (select models only) The expansion port connects the computer to the computer. 2. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Using optional external devices...
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... on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives NOTE: It is running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Connect the computer to run during the night or at any time. Click Defragment disk. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Refer to Help and Support for your computer manually at another time when you do not need access to your hard drive and the number of...
... on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives NOTE: It is running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Connect the computer to run during the night or at any time. Click Defragment disk. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Refer to Help and Support for your computer manually at another time when you do not need access to your hard drive and the number of...
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... threats to the computer Unauthorized access to secure your computer information. Several types of passwords can be available on your computer. 7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS) can protect your personal settings and data from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords A password is a group of characters that...
... threats to the computer Unauthorized access to secure your computer information. Several types of passwords can be available on your computer. 7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS) can protect your personal settings and data from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords A password is a group of characters that...
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... screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Exit QuickLock by displaying the operating system Log On window. CAUTION: If you forget your Windows user or administrator password. NOTE: The administrator password can be entered when you access Setup Utility (BIOS). NOTE: To reduce the risk of being locked out of the power-on password at the first password check before the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is set , entered, changed, or deleted. Setting passwords...
... screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Exit QuickLock by displaying the operating system Log On window. CAUTION: If you forget your Windows user or administrator password. NOTE: The administrator password can be entered when you access Setup Utility (BIOS). NOTE: To reduce the risk of being locked out of the power-on password at the first password check before the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is set , entered, changed, or deleted. Setting passwords...
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... up and down arrow key. ● To close open dialog boxes and return to the main Setup Utility (BIOS) screen, press esc, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) menus, choose one of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. - Start Setup Utility (BIOS). 2. Select the Main menu. To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Turn on -screen instructions. -
... up and down arrow key. ● To close open dialog boxes and return to the main Setup Utility (BIOS) screen, press esc, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) menus, choose one of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. - Start Setup Utility (BIOS). 2. Select the Main menu. To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Turn on -screen instructions. -
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... hard drive. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Complete the installation by following the on your hard drive that contains the update. 4. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. b. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps: a. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. At the download area, follow these instructions...
... hard drive. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Complete the installation by following the on your hard drive that contains the update. 4. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. b. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps: a. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. At the download area, follow these instructions...
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... keys media 11 volume 12 administrator password creating 43 entering 43 managing 43 airport security devices 33 antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 updating 51 Bluetooth device 2, 6 buttons media 11 power 16 volume 12 C cables 1394 29 eSATA 30 USB 28 checking audio functions 12 computer, traveling 54 configuring audio for HDMI...
... keys media 11 volume 12 administrator password creating 43 entering 43 managing 43 airport security devices 33 antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 updating 51 Bluetooth device 2, 6 buttons media 11 power 16 volume 12 C cables 1394 29 eSATA 30 USB 28 checking audio functions 12 computer, traveling 54 configuring audio for HDMI...
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... 7 connecting a modem cable adapter 8 selecting a location setting 8 N network cable, connecting 9 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 36 removing 37 optical drive 31 optional external devices, using 31 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 42 set in Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 power-on password creating 44 entering 44 managing 44 power...
... 7 connecting a modem cable adapter 8 selecting a location setting 8 N network cable, connecting 9 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 36 removing 37 optical drive 31 optional external devices, using 31 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 42 set in Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 power-on password creating 44 entering 44 managing 44 power...
HP ENVY14 SPECTRE Maintenance and Service Guide IMPORTANT! This document is intended for HP authorized service providers only.
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..., replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Disconnect the power from the computer by the governmental agency that secures the WLAN module to the WLAN module "Main" terminal. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on page 32), and then remove the following components: a. Card Reader board cable (see Top cover on page 36) c. Turn...
..., replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Disconnect the power from the computer by the governmental agency that secures the WLAN module to the WLAN module "Main" terminal. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on page 32), and then remove the following components: a. Card Reader board cable (see Top cover on page 36) c. Turn...
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... external keyboard or mouse connected to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Changing the language of Setup Utility 1. Using Setup Utility 69 Use the arrow keys to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Start Setup Utility. 2. When a confirmation prompt with Setup Utility only if USB legacy support is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. To save your language selected is displayed, press enter. 5. 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication...
... external keyboard or mouse connected to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Changing the language of Setup Utility 1. Using Setup Utility 69 Use the arrow keys to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Start Setup Utility. 2. When a confirmation prompt with Setup Utility only if USB legacy support is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. To save your language selected is displayed, press enter. 5. 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication...
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.... Using Setup Utility 71 Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility. 3. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Exiting Setup Utility ● To exit Setup Utility...
.... Using Setup Utility 71 Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility. 3. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Exiting Setup Utility ● To exit Setup Utility...
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... by using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. You will need this path when you connect your computer to install the update. NOTE: If you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Use the arrow keys to the hard drive. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
... by using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. You will need this path when you connect your computer to install the update. NOTE: If you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Use the arrow keys to the hard drive. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
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..., locations 4 audio, product description 2 audio-in jack 11 audio-out jack 11 B b key 7 base enclosure, spare part number 19, 24 battery removal 32 spare part number 19, 22, 32 battery cover removal 32 spare part number 19, 23, 32 battery cover lock latch 13 battery cover release latch 13 Beats Audio button 12 Beats Audio light 8 bottom components 13 button component 6 buttons Beats Audio 12 Imagepad 9 Imagepad on/off 9 mute 12 power 6 C Cable Kit contents 20 spare part number 20, 23 cables, service considerations 25 caps lock light 8 Card Reader board removal...
..., locations 4 audio, product description 2 audio-in jack 11 audio-out jack 11 B b key 7 base enclosure, spare part number 19, 24 battery removal 32 spare part number 19, 22, 32 battery cover removal 32 spare part number 19, 23, 32 battery cover lock latch 13 battery cover release latch 13 Beats Audio button 12 Beats Audio light 8 bottom components 13 button component 6 buttons Beats Audio 12 Imagepad 9 Imagepad on/off 9 mute 12 power 6 C Cable Kit contents 20 spare part number 20, 23 cables, service considerations 25 caps lock light 8 Card Reader board removal...
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...Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L left-side components 10 light components 8 lights AC adapter 13 Beats Audio 8 caps lock 8 hard drive 12 Imagepad 8, 9 keyboard backlight 8 mute 8 power 8, 12 webcam 5 wireless 8 M mass storage device, precautions 26 memory module product description 1 removal 59 spare part number 59 spare part numbers 18, 22 microphone location 4 product description 2 microphone jack 11 model description 31 model name 1 mute button 12 mute light 8 N network jack 10 NFC board removal 37 spare part number NFC board cable illustrated 20 removal 42 17, 24, 37 O operating...
...Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L left-side components 10 light components 8 lights AC adapter 13 Beats Audio 8 caps lock 8 hard drive 12 Imagepad 8, 9 keyboard backlight 8 mute 8 power 8, 12 webcam 5 wireless 8 M mass storage device, precautions 26 memory module product description 1 removal 59 spare part number 59 spare part numbers 18, 22 microphone location 4 product description 2 microphone jack 11 model description 31 model name 1 mute button 12 mute light 8 N network jack 10 NFC board removal 37 spare part number NFC board cable illustrated 20 removal 42 17, 24, 37 O operating...