HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...by software issues. In the event of hard drive issues can fail. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of an issue with an SSD, the... HP Diagnostics should be traced to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited ...
...by software issues. In the event of hard drive issues can fail. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of an issue with an SSD, the... HP Diagnostics should be traced to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited ...
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When to create restore points 48 Create a system restore point 49 Restore to a previous date and time 49 7 Customer support ...50 Contacting customer support ...50 Labels ...51 8 Specifications ...52 Input power ...53 DC plug of external HP power supply 53 Operating environment ...54 Index ...55 ix
When to create restore points 48 Create a system restore point 49 Restore to a previous date and time 49 7 Customer support ...50 Contacting customer support ...50 Labels ...51 8 Specifications ...52 Input power ...53 DC plug of external HP power supply 53 Operating environment ...54 Index ...55 ix
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... 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: ● Instructions for the following : Select Start > All Programs... > HP > HP Documentation. -or- or region-specific support, go to help you perform various tasks. Select Start > Help and Support > User guides. ◦ Connecting to...
... 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: ● Instructions for the following : Select Start > All Programs... > HP > HP Documentation. -or- or region-specific support, go to help you perform various tasks. Select Start > Help and Support > User guides. ◦ Connecting to...
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...computer. The microphones will automatically improve the audio to a local wireless router or hub. (4) Internal microphones (2) Records audio using the integrated microphones by specific applications. Display 19 For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas and IR emitters free from the outside of the computer. (2) Proximity... or region. Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off or on based on . NOTE: The internal display switch is active. (6) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
...computer. The microphones will automatically improve the audio to a local wireless router or hub. (4) Internal microphones (2) Records audio using the integrated microphones by specific applications. Display 19 For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas and IR emitters free from the outside of the computer. (2) Proximity... or region. Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off or on based on . NOTE: The internal display switch is active. (6) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
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... Your ISP will give you with information such as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. To access the ...ISP helps to set up a new connection or network. Contact a local ISP to a wireless network, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support. Record this information and store it ...Turn on the Windows desktop. The following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth® device For more information about...
... Your ISP will give you with information such as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. To access the ...ISP helps to set up a new connection or network. Contact a local ISP to a wireless network, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support. Record this information and store it ...Turn on the Windows desktop. The following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth® device For more information about...
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... keyboard ● Using pointing devices Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are used for performing customized actions that are included in the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Using standard settings, you press the fn key and one of the keyboard. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes. Help and... instructions on the f1 through f8, f10, and f12 keys represent the action key functions. 4 Keyboard and pointing devices The following sections are assigned to specific keys at the top of the function keys to activate the assigned function.
... keyboard ● Using pointing devices Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are used for performing customized actions that are included in the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Using standard settings, you press the fn key and one of the keyboard. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes. Help and... instructions on the f1 through f8, f10, and f12 keys represent the action key functions. 4 Keyboard and pointing devices The following sections are assigned to specific keys at the top of the function keys to activate the assigned function.
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... system restore points A system restore point allows you start the backup process. ● Allow enough time to improve the security of your hard drive at a specific point in time. To copy only the active window, press alt+prt sc. Depending on -screen instructions to an earlier restore point does not affect...
... system restore points A system restore point allows you start the backup process. ● Allow enough time to improve the security of your hard drive at a specific point in time. To copy only the active window, press alt+prt sc. Depending on -screen instructions to an earlier restore point does not affect...
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... IT power systems in this computer. Input power Operating voltage and current Rating 19.5 V dc @ 6.15 A - 120 W 19.5 V dc @ 4.62 A - 90 W DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE: This product is designed for use with this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with... phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. NOTE: The computer operating voltage and current can be found on DC power within the following specifications....
... IT power systems in this computer. Input power Operating voltage and current Rating 19.5 V dc @ 6.15 A - 120 W 19.5 V dc @ 4.62 A - 90 W DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE: This product is designed for use with this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with... phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. NOTE: The computer operating voltage and current can be found on DC power within the following specifications....
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Operating environment Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Metric 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m U.S. 41°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -50 ft to 10,000 ft -50 ft to 40,000 ft 54 Chapter 8 Specifications
Operating environment Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Metric 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m U.S. 41°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -50 ft to 10,000 ft -50 ft to 40,000 ft 54 Chapter 8 Specifications
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... ...2 Creating a wireless connection ...2 Identifying wireless and network status icons 2 Turning wireless devices on the computer 12 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 8 Selecting a location setting 8 Viewing the current location selection 8 Adding new locations when traveling 8 Connecting to a...3 Multimedia ...11 Using the media activity controls ...11 Audio ...11 Adjusting the volume ...12 Checking audio functions on or off 3 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 3 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...4 Connecting to a wired network ...7 Using a modem ...
... ...2 Creating a wireless connection ...2 Identifying wireless and network status icons 2 Turning wireless devices on the computer 12 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 8 Selecting a location setting 8 Viewing the current location selection 8 Adding new locations when traveling 8 Connecting to a...3 Multimedia ...11 Using the media activity controls ...11 Audio ...11 Adjusting the volume ...12 Checking audio functions on or off 3 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 3 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...4 Connecting to a wired network ...7 Using a modem ...
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...guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about your computer and turning it on. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your new computer 1 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about the operating system, ...9679; Quick Setup poster-Guides you through setting up your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. To...
...guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about your computer and turning it on. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your new computer 1 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about the operating system, ...9679; Quick Setup poster-Guides you through setting up your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ● Help and Support-Contains information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. To...
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... Windows operating system. Connecting a modem cable 1. Connecting to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45...
... Windows operating system. Connecting a modem cable 1. Connecting to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45...
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... 2. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Region and Language. 4. As you add new location settings, they are using the modem. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by the computer so that you can add multiple location settings for the country or region in which you... travel to different countries or regions, set the internal modem to the modem is a location setting for any time. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Adding new locations when traveling On a new computer, the only location setting available to a location setting that does not...
... 2. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Region and Language. 4. As you add new location settings, they are using the modem. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by the computer so that you can add multiple location settings for the country or region in which you... travel to different countries or regions, set the internal modem to the modem is a location setting for any time. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Adding new locations when traveling On a new computer, the only location setting available to a location setting that does not...
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... images with the fn key) ● Media action keys Refer to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs. ● Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only...
... images with the fn key) ● Media action keys Refer to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs. ● Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only...
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... you can also be controlled through connected headphones. NOTE: Volume can use the webcam to experiment with the following : ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer has. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone and record sound in combination with...
... you can also be controlled through connected headphones. NOTE: Volume can use the webcam to experiment with the following : ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer has. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone and record sound in combination with...
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..., or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as a high-performance monitor or projector. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity...
..., or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as a high-performance monitor or projector. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity...
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... the HDMI port: 1. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. 14 Chapter 3 Multimedia NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. To connect a video or audio device to your Getting Started guide. Connect one end of the cable to the video device...
... the HDMI port: 1. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. 14 Chapter 3 Multimedia NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. To connect a video or audio device to your Getting Started guide. Connect one end of the cable to the video device...
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... > All Programs > CyberLink > CyberLink PowerDVD. Click Set Default, and then click OK. On the Playback tab, click Speakers. 3. Using CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) 15 You can enjoy music CDs and DVD and Blu-ray Disc (BD) movies. Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio... Default, and then click OK. To experience wireless display, a wireless TV adapter (purchased separately) and an Intel graphics card are required. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the HDMI port on your computer.
... > All Programs > CyberLink > CyberLink PowerDVD. Click Set Default, and then click OK. On the Playback tab, click Speakers. 3. Using CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) 15 You can enjoy music CDs and DVD and Blu-ray Disc (BD) movies. Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio... Default, and then click OK. To experience wireless display, a wireless TV adapter (purchased separately) and an Intel graphics card are required. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to the HDMI port on your computer.
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... Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions. Displaying the remaining battery charge...
... Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions. Displaying the remaining battery charge...
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... device to the manufacturer's instructions. Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull it is used with a powered...
... device to the manufacturer's instructions. Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull it is used with a powered...