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... information on a 512-byte sector; More information can use an Advanced Format drive. HP CMI - As a result, movement of the hard drive reading/writing heads is moved to optimize performance. eight times larger than current drive technology. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to align logical sectors (OS) with applications that is...
... information on a 512-byte sector; More information can use an Advanced Format drive. HP CMI - As a result, movement of the hard drive reading/writing heads is moved to optimize performance. eight times larger than current drive technology. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to align logical sectors (OS) with applications that is...
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... for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are set forth in order to change without notice. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Trademark acknowledgments, if needed. 468218-...=kb;EN-US;227463 Use the Microsoft Recovery Console periodically to run the chkdsk /p /r commands in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. The information contained herein is subject to check your hard drive for information: Windows XP http://support...
... for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are set forth in order to change without notice. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Trademark acknowledgments, if needed. 468218-...=kb;EN-US;227463 Use the Microsoft Recovery Console periodically to run the chkdsk /p /r commands in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. The information contained herein is subject to check your hard drive for information: Windows XP http://support...
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... Turning the Imagepad off or on 28 Navigating ...29 Selecting ...29 Using Imagepad gestures 29 Scrolling 30 Pinching/Zooming 30 Rotating 31 Flicking 31 5 Maintenance ...32 Using a factory-sealed battery ...32 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 33 Removing the hard drive ...33 Installing the hard drive ...36 Adding or replacing memory modules 38 6 Backup and recovery ...43...
... Turning the Imagepad off or on 28 Navigating ...29 Selecting ...29 Using Imagepad gestures 29 Scrolling 30 Pinching/Zooming 30 Rotating 31 Flicking 31 5 Maintenance ...32 Using a factory-sealed battery ...32 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 33 Removing the hard drive ...33 Installing the hard drive ...36 Adding or replacing memory modules 38 6 Backup and recovery ...43...
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... the computer ● New computer features ● Help to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory modules ◦ Performing a backup and a recovery ◦ Contacting customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● Battery...
... the computer ● New computer features ● Help to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory modules ◦ Performing a backup and a recovery ◦ Contacting customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● Battery...
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... sections are included in this guide, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. Your computer has an internal rechargeable battery that your warranty. To access this chapter: ● Using a factory-sealed battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules Using a factory-sealed battery IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to replace your...
... sections are included in this guide, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. Your computer has an internal rechargeable battery that your warranty. To access this chapter: ● Using a factory-sealed battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules Using a factory-sealed battery IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to replace your...
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... on the bottom of information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer. 2. Slide the release latch (1), and then remove the hard drive cover (2). 38 Chapter 5 Maintenance WARNING! NOTE: To use a dual-channel configuration when adding a second memory module, be upgraded by touching a grounded metal object. Remove external power from the computer...
... on the bottom of information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer. 2. Slide the release latch (1), and then remove the hard drive cover (2). 38 Chapter 5 Maintenance WARNING! NOTE: To use a dual-channel configuration when adding a second memory module, be upgraded by touching a grounded metal object. Remove external power from the computer...
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... system for some other reason than hard drive failure, you have a recovery partition. 44 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery CAUTION: HP Recovery Manager (partition or discs/flash drive) restores only the software that you can use a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Software not provided with this computer must use the HP Recovery partition (select models only...
... system for some other reason than hard drive failure, you have a recovery partition. 44 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery CAUTION: HP Recovery Manager (partition or discs/flash drive) restores only the software that you can use a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Software not provided with this computer must use the HP Recovery partition (select models only...
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... computer. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. NOTE: A system restore must be performed if the computer hard drive has failed or if all attempts to correct any reason you cannot restore using the recovery partition tools. A system restore should... does not include an integrated optical drive, you can use an external optical drive, it into the optical drive. ● If necessary, you can restore your computer from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. NOTE: HP Recovery Manager allows the creation of ...
... computer. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. NOTE: A system restore must be performed if the computer hard drive has failed or if all attempts to correct any reason you cannot restore using the recovery partition tools. A system restore should... does not include an integrated optical drive, you can use an external optical drive, it into the optical drive. ● If necessary, you can restore your computer from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. NOTE: HP Recovery Manager allows the creation of ...
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...computer is restarting, and then press f9 for boot options. 3. As you add new software and data files, continue to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. NOTE: A recovery from your most recent backup should be a time-saver if you add or modify hardware or software Guidelines...3. In order to correct computer issues, attempt a recovery before you are able to back up your information 47 For more information about using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to re-enter your information periodically. ● Before the computer is . Select...
...computer is restarting, and then press f9 for boot options. 3. As you add new software and data files, continue to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. NOTE: A recovery from your most recent backup should be a time-saver if you add or modify hardware or software Guidelines...3. In order to correct computer issues, attempt a recovery before you are able to back up your information 47 For more information about using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to re-enter your information periodically. ● Before the computer is . Select...
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... to that the computer is connected to AC power before you want to save . 2. Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you want to improve the security of your hard drive at a specific point in time. Using Windows Backup and Restore Guidelines: ● Be sure that point if you to reverse subsequent...
... to that the computer is connected to AC power before you want to save . 2. Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you want to improve the security of your hard drive at a specific point in time. Using Windows Backup and Restore Guidelines: ● Be sure that point if you to reverse subsequent...
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... period (5) Model description Have this information when traveling internationally. The regulatory label is affixed inside the hard drive bay. The serial number label is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels (select models only)-Provide information about the computer. ...wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use. You may need when you contact technical support. If your computer...
... period (5) Model description Have this information when traveling internationally. The regulatory label is affixed inside the hard drive bay. The serial number label is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels (select models only)-Provide information about the computer. ...wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use. You may need when you contact technical support. If your computer...
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... bottom 20 display 19 front 15 left-side 18 right-side 16 top 11 connector, power 17 CoolSense 7 D DC plug of external HP power supply 53 dial, volume 16 Digital Media Slot, identifying 16 display image, switching 26 DisplayPort, identifying 16 drives, hard 33, 36 E esc key... H hard drive identifying 33 installing 36 removing 33 hard drive bay 51 hard drive cover, identifying 20 hard drive light 16 HDMI port, identifying 16 headphone jack 18 Help and Support key 25 HP Recovery Manager 45 HP Wireless Audio Manager 5 I Imagepad buttons 12 identifying 11 navigating 29 selecting 29 using 28 ...
... bottom 20 display 19 front 15 left-side 18 right-side 16 top 11 connector, power 17 CoolSense 7 D DC plug of external HP power supply 53 dial, volume 16 Digital Media Slot, identifying 16 display image, switching 26 DisplayPort, identifying 16 drives, hard 33, 36 E esc key... H hard drive identifying 33 installing 36 removing 33 hard drive bay 51 hard drive cover, identifying 20 hard drive light 16 HDMI port, identifying 16 headphone jack 18 Help and Support key 25 HP Recovery Manager 45 HP Wireless Audio Manager 5 I Imagepad buttons 12 identifying 11 navigating 29 selecting 29 using 28 ...
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...of Authenticity 51 regulatory 51 serial number 51 wireless certification 51 WLAN 51 latch, release 20 lights AC adapter 17 caps lock 12 hard drive 16 Imagepad 11, 12 mute 12 power 12, 16 webcam 19 wireless 12 M memory module inserting 40 removing 39 replacing 38 memory...surface 8 slots Digital Media Slot 16 security cable 16 speaker, top, identifying 13 speakers, front, identifying 15 subwoofer, identifying 20 supported discs 45 system recovery performing 45 using recovery discs 46 using the dedicated recovery partition 46 system restore points 48 T traveling with the computer 51 U USB 2.0 ports...
...of Authenticity 51 regulatory 51 serial number 51 wireless certification 51 WLAN 51 latch, release 20 lights AC adapter 17 caps lock 12 hard drive 16 Imagepad 11, 12 mute 12 power 12, 16 webcam 19 wireless 12 M memory module inserting 40 removing 39 replacing 38 memory...surface 8 slots Digital Media Slot 16 security cable 16 speaker, top, identifying 13 speakers, front, identifying 15 subwoofer, identifying 20 supported discs 45 system recovery performing 45 using recovery discs 46 using the dedicated recovery partition 46 system restore points 48 T traveling with the computer 51 U USB 2.0 ports...
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... external devices ...31 Using optional external drives 31 Using the expansion port (select models only 31 6 Drives ...33 Handling drives ...33 Using hard drives ...34 Improving hard drive performance 34 Using Disk Defragmenter 34 Using Disk Cleanup 34 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 34 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 35 Managing power with a parked hard drive 35 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 36 Using optical drives (select models only...
... external devices ...31 Using optional external drives 31 Using the expansion port (select models only 31 6 Drives ...33 Handling drives ...33 Using hard drives ...34 Improving hard drive performance 34 Using Disk Defragmenter 34 Using Disk Cleanup 34 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 34 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 35 Managing power with a parked hard drive 35 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 36 Using optical drives (select models only...
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... Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running... and timeouts can be changed in Hibernation. Setting power options 17 When Sleep is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the hard drive and the computer turns off. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights...
... Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running... and timeouts can be changed in Hibernation. Setting power options 17 When Sleep is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the hard drive and the computer turns off. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights...
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... device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the eSATA port. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device. CAUTION: To reduce the...
... device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the eSATA port. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device. CAUTION: To reduce the...
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...to learn which computer 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 computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with the computer....
...to learn which computer 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 computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with the computer....
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... the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of power, be handled with magnetic fields include airport walk-through the operating system. ● Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● Do not type on baggage...
... the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of power, be handled with magnetic fields include airport walk-through the operating system. ● Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● Do not type on baggage...
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... running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can run more...
... running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can run more...
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..., you need to enable the notification area icon. Hard drives connected to USB ports are protected by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. On the Icon in the following Note. Click OK. Using hard drives 35 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to normal operation. To...
..., you need to enable the notification area icon. Hard drives connected to USB ports are protected by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. On the Icon in the following Note. Click OK. Using hard drives 35 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to normal operation. To...