HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... during routine computer handling. To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on S.M.A.R.T attribute checking, refer to read of the HDD. Page 3 For example, powering off... major hard drive manufacturers to increase reliability of the most difficult software problems 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.) ...
... during routine computer handling. To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on S.M.A.R.T attribute checking, refer to read of the HDD. Page 3 For example, powering off... major hard drive manufacturers to increase reliability of the most difficult software problems 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.) ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... e.g. NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run 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 error codes related to the drive failure that have...
... e.g. NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run 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 error codes related to the drive failure that have...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... models only 30 Flicking (select models only 31 Edge swipes ...31 Right-edge swipe 31 Top-edge swipe 32 Left-edge swipe 32 Using touch screen gestures (select models only 33 One-finger slide ...33 Tapping ...33 Scrolling ...34 Pinching/stretching ...34 Rotating (select models only 35 Edge swipes ...35 Right...-edge swipe 35 Left-edge swipe 36 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 36 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 37 Using the keyboard and mouse ...37 vi
... models only 30 Flicking (select models only 31 Edge swipes ...31 Right-edge swipe 31 Top-edge swipe 32 Left-edge swipe 32 Using touch screen gestures (select models only 33 One-finger slide ...33 Tapping ...33 Scrolling ...34 Pinching/stretching ...34 Rotating (select models only 35 Edge swipes ...35 Right...-edge swipe 35 Left-edge swipe 36 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 36 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 37 Using the keyboard and mouse ...37 vi
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...music or talk radio from an open app or the Windows desktop, press the Windows key on page 15. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to the previous screen. ● Become familiar with your keyboard. For more information, see Getting to get the most ... 23. ● Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more HP resources. Best practices To get more at Using antivirus software on the computer. But did you know you can also connect your computer to music...
...music or talk radio from an open app or the Windows desktop, press the Windows key on page 15. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to the previous screen. ● Become familiar with your keyboard. For more information, see Getting to get the most ... 23. ● Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more HP resources. Best practices To get more at Using antivirus software on the computer. But did you know you can also connect your computer to music...
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...; Overview of computer setup and features. For worldwide support, go /contactHP. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal...● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, type ● support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to the addresses above...
...; Overview of computer setup and features. For worldwide support, go /contactHP. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal...● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, type ● support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to the addresses above...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... in the System area, select Device Manager. 2 Getting to reveal the apps and then select the All apps icon. Finding your computer. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Locating software ▲ To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start... screen, right-click using the mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware ...
... in the System area, select Device Manager. 2 Getting to reveal the apps and then select the All apps icon. Finding your computer. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Locating software ▲ To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start... screen, right-click using the mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware ...
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... different types of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on page 49 Connects a network cable. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor connector that supports...
... different types of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on page 49 Connects a network cable. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor connector that supports...
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.... To access this guide, from the outside of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to your country or region. or - Component (2) Internal microphones (2) (3) Webcam light (4) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Description Record sound. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section...receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are not visible from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. Records video and takes still photographs. Display...
.... To access this guide, from the outside of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to your country or region. or - Component (2) Internal microphones (2) (3) Webcam light (4) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Description Record sound. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section...receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are not visible from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. Records video and takes still photographs. Display...
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Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad zone (2) Left TouchPad button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on page 31. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. For more information, see Edge swipes on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad zone (2) Left TouchPad button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on page 31. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. For more information, see Edge swipes on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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To learn more about your computer Description ● When the computer is in the loss of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to turn on the tablet. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer ... 41. In the search box, type power, select Settings, and then select Power options, or see Managing power on page 41. - Swipe from the Start screen, type p. or - CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. Buttons and...
To learn more about your computer Description ● When the computer is in the loss of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to turn on the tablet. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer ... 41. In the search box, type power, select Settings, and then select Power options, or see Managing power on page 41. - Swipe from the Start screen, type p. or - CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. Buttons and...
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... lk has been enabled, it can be used like an external numeric keypad. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. Returns you to the previous screen. Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on . Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows key (4) Action keys...
... lk has been enabled, it can be used like an external numeric keypad. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. Returns you to the previous screen. Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on . Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows key (4) Action keys...
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...module slot, and the memory module slots. Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components. Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Provides superior bass ... in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Produce sound. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Bottom 13 CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module ...
...module slot, and the memory module slots. Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components. Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Provides superior bass ... in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Produce sound. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Bottom 13 CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module ...
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... In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in corporate offices, your wireless devices, not the status of individual devices. Connecting to a wireless network 15 If the wireless light is white, at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you to set up a connection or network... network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is off . From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your home, and public places such as ...
... In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in corporate offices, your wireless devices, not the status of individual devices. Connecting to a wireless network 15 If the wireless light is white, at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you to set up a connection or network... network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is off . From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your home, and public places such as ...
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...and Sharing Center. 1. Using an Internet service provider When you have a built-in your ISP to determine what type of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless ...must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). Record this information and store it in your wireless router to a network From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. NOTE: Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your computer, ...
...and Sharing Center. 1. Using an Internet service provider When you have a built-in your ISP to determine what type of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless ...must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). Record this information and store it in your wireless router to a network From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. NOTE: Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your computer, ...
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... your network activities to email that is connected to encrypt and decrypt data that is white. If you initially connect your network from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Be sure that the WLAN device is amber when all wireless devices are off , press the wireless button...
... your network activities to email that is connected to encrypt and decrypt data that is white. If you initially connect your network from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Be sure that the WLAN device is amber when all wireless devices are off , press the wireless button...
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... the network status icon in your home (instead of Bluetooth devices. Type the code, and then select OK to complete the connection. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. To reduce the risk of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. NOTE: If you do not plug...
... the network status icon in your home (instead of Bluetooth devices. Type the code, and then select OK to complete the connection. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. To reduce the risk of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. NOTE: If you do not plug...
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...c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then... Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone). To reduce the risk of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. NOTE...in (microphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Provides superior bass sound. The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models of applications...
...c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then... Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone). To reduce the risk of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. NOTE...in (microphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Provides superior bass sound. The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models of applications...
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...allows you to communicate up close with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications. Using audio On your computer, follow the device manufacturer's ... follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect wireless headphones to your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides...
...allows you to communicate up close with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications. Using audio On your computer, follow the device manufacturer's ... follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect wireless headphones to your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides...
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...Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the headphone jack. You can experience Beats Audio through the computer's internal speakers, through external speakers connected to ... models only) Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel Use Beats...
...Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the headphone jack. You can experience Beats Audio through the computer's internal speakers, through external speakers connected to ... models only) Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel Use Beats...
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...opens, select the Sounds tab. To check the recording functions on your desktop. 4. Type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 3. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 2. Type c, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications. 2. To confirm or change ... From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from your favorite websites and download video and movies to your computer: Mode Steps 1. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. 3. Save the file to watch on your desktop. 3. Using video Your HP computer is a ...
...opens, select the Sounds tab. To check the recording functions on your desktop. 4. Type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 3. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 2. Type c, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications. 2. To confirm or change ... From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from your favorite websites and download video and movies to your computer: Mode Steps 1. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. 3. Save the file to watch on your desktop. 3. Using video Your HP computer is a ...