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... Scrolling 46 Pinching/Zooming 46 Rotating 47 Flicking 47 6 Maintenance ...48 Using a factory-sealed battery ...48 Replacing or upgrading the hard drives 49 Removing and installing the primary hard drive 49 Removing the primary hard drive 49 Installing the primary hard drive 51 Removing and inserting the secondary hard drive 54 Removing the secondary hard drive 54 Installing the secondary hard drive 56 Adding or replacing memory modules 59 7 Backup and recovery ...64 Restore ...65 Creating recovery media ...66 Performing a system restore ...66 Restoring using the dedicated recovery...
... Scrolling 46 Pinching/Zooming 46 Rotating 47 Flicking 47 6 Maintenance ...48 Using a factory-sealed battery ...48 Replacing or upgrading the hard drives 49 Removing and installing the primary hard drive 49 Removing the primary hard drive 49 Installing the primary hard drive 51 Removing and inserting the secondary hard drive 54 Removing the secondary hard drive 54 Installing the secondary hard drive 56 Adding or replacing memory modules 59 7 Backup and recovery ...64 Restore ...65 Creating recovery media ...66 Performing a system restore ...66 Restoring using the dedicated recovery...
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... page 36. 2. Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Discover the software that is important to begin charging the battery, and then follow the on-screen instructions. With external power connected, press the power button to take the following sections are included in this chapter: ● What's new ● Finding information Before you set up and register your computer on page 26 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 64...
... page 36. 2. Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Discover the software that is important to begin charging the battery, and then follow the on-screen instructions. With external power connected, press the power button to take the following sections are included in this chapter: ● What's new ● Finding information Before you set up and register your computer on page 26 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 64...
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... select Disable HP Wireless Audio. What's new 5 HP Wireless Audio HP Wireless Audio helps you set of wireless-enabled speakers or other wireless technologies. HP Wireless Audio Manager With HP Wireless Audio Manager, you can add, remove, name, and group wireless-enabled devices in the notification area and select Enable HP Wireless Audio. -or- ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP Wireless Audio. NOTE: For more information on the f12 key is turned on (the wireless light on HP Wireless Audio, see the software Help. To add compatible wireless audio devices to...
... select Disable HP Wireless Audio. What's new 5 HP Wireless Audio HP Wireless Audio helps you set of wireless-enabled speakers or other wireless technologies. HP Wireless Audio Manager With HP Wireless Audio Manager, you can add, remove, name, and group wireless-enabled devices in the notification area and select Enable HP Wireless Audio. -or- ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP Wireless Audio. NOTE: For more information on the f12 key is turned on (the wireless light on HP Wireless Audio, see the software Help. To add compatible wireless audio devices to...
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... location. ▲ To turn the radiance backlight keyboard feature off based on at the factory, uses proximity sensor technology to automatically light up or down arrow key. ▲ To change the proximity sensor settings, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Proximity Sensor. 6 Chapter 1 Welcome Refreshing your work is in front of supported applications, see the software Help. Smart Connect then updates the content for certain open Intel Smart Connect...
... location. ▲ To turn the radiance backlight keyboard feature off based on at the factory, uses proximity sensor technology to automatically light up or down arrow key. ▲ To change the proximity sensor settings, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Proximity Sensor. 6 Chapter 1 Welcome Refreshing your work is in front of supported applications, see the software Help. Smart Connect then updates the content for certain open Intel Smart Connect...
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... on external display devices. You may need for an outstanding 3D sensory experience. When you switch from AC power to battery power, the computer can switch from battery power to AC power, the computer can switch back to the high-performance mode. If you choose to switch, the screen goes blank for processing graphics. NOTE: Before using , a wireless third-party TV adapter (purchased separately). For more information, see Using HP 3D...
... on external display devices. You may need for an outstanding 3D sensory experience. When you switch from AC power to battery power, the computer can switch from battery power to AC power, the computer can switch back to the high-performance mode. If you choose to switch, the screen goes blank for processing graphics. NOTE: Before using , a wireless third-party TV adapter (purchased separately). For more information, see Using HP 3D...
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... settings. Example display configuration for SLS In this example, 3 external displays are connected to a DisplayPort on either DisplayPort. ● You can connect up to 3 external displays, as long as needed to the computer. ● Extend-Extends the screen image across all connected external displays. ● Projector only-Turns off . What's new 9 NOTE: To manage the video output devices and default output devices, use an adapter on the computer. NOTE: External displays in Windows 7, See Using AMD Catalyst Control...
... settings. Example display configuration for SLS In this example, 3 external displays are connected to a DisplayPort on either DisplayPort. ● You can connect up to 3 external displays, as long as needed to the computer. ● Extend-Extends the screen image across all connected external displays. ● Projector only-Turns off . What's new 9 NOTE: To manage the video output devices and default output devices, use an adapter on the computer. NOTE: External displays in Windows 7, See Using AMD Catalyst Control...
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...technology, use AMD Catalyst Control Center. ▲ To open AMD Catalyst Control Center, right-click the desktop and click Graphics Properties. or region-specific support, go 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: ● Instructions for the following : Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP...
...technology, use AMD Catalyst Control Center. ▲ To open AMD Catalyst Control Center, right-click the desktop and click Graphics Properties. or region-specific support, go 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: ● Instructions for the following : Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP...
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... time. There is turned off. 1. For optimal 3D viewing, the screen brightness controls are provided. 3. To eject the disc, press the optical drive eject action key (f10). 2. If you view 3D content. 3D playback on and off the lights. Read the 3D safety information on . ● The battery installed in your room and 3D Cinema Technology operate may cause flickering or...
... time. There is turned off. 1. For optimal 3D viewing, the screen brightness controls are provided. 3. To eject the disc, press the optical drive eject action key (f10). 2. If you view 3D content. 3D playback on and off the lights. Read the 3D safety information on . ● The battery installed in your room and 3D Cinema Technology operate may cause flickering or...
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.... See Using the HP 3D Active Shutter Glasses on your external 3D TV (purchased separately), by dimming or turning off the lights. ● Low battery in a darkened room. Can I use a basic CR2032 battery, available anywhere batteries are designed to a window The stereoscopic 3D effect works best in the glasses. This distance varies depending on over most prescription glasses. Can I use the additional replaceable nose...
.... See Using the HP 3D Active Shutter Glasses on your external 3D TV (purchased separately), by dimming or turning off the lights. ● Low battery in a darkened room. Can I use a basic CR2032 battery, available anywhere batteries are designed to a window The stereoscopic 3D effect works best in the glasses. This distance varies depending on over most prescription glasses. Can I use the additional replaceable nose...
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... digital display devices, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI 1.4 device. Adjusts the speaker volume. Connects a network cable. Right side Component (1) Digital Media Slot (2) Hard drive light (3) Power light (4) HDMI port (5) DisplayPorts (2) (6) USB 3.0 port (7) USB 2.0 port (8) Volume dial (9) RJ-45 (network) jack Description Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card ● Blinking...
... digital display devices, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI 1.4 device. Adjusts the speaker volume. Connects a network cable. Right side Component (1) Digital Media Slot (2) Hard drive light (3) Power light (4) HDMI port (5) DisplayPorts (2) (6) USB 3.0 port (7) USB 2.0 port (8) Volume dial (9) RJ-45 (network) jack Description Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card ● Blinking...
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... helps to set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to access the Internet. NOTE: Your ISP will give you set up a new connection or network. The following situations: ◦ You already have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to a wireless network, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information...
... helps to set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to access the Internet. NOTE: Your ISP will give you set up a new connection or network. The following situations: ◦ You already have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to a wireless network, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information...
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To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Using pointing devices 43 Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to one of the USB ports on the computer. Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Using pointing devices 43 Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to one of the USB ports on the computer. Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
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... external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the 6 service access door screws (1). If you save the hard drive bracket and cover. NOTE: When replacing a hard drive, make sure that you are not sure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in your work and shut down the computer. 2. a. Replacing or upgrading the hard drives 49 Save your computer, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. Replacing...
... external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the 6 service access door screws (1). If you save the hard drive bracket and cover. NOTE: When replacing a hard drive, make sure that you are not sure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in your work and shut down the computer. 2. a. Replacing or upgrading the hard drives 49 Save your computer, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. Replacing...
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... a memory module or replacing a memory module in Hibernation, press the power button, and then shut down the computer. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the equipment, unplug the power cord before removing a memory module from the computer. 4. Save your work and shut down the computer through the operating system. 1. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be sure that you are located under the service access door on , in the Sleep state...
... a memory module or replacing a memory module in Hibernation, press the power button, and then shut down the computer. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the equipment, unplug the power cord before removing a memory module from the computer. 4. Save your work and shut down the computer through the operating system. 1. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be sure that you are located under the service access door on , in the Sleep state...
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...Recovery partition (select models only), without the need to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you use a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. Software not provided with this computer must use HP Recovery Manager immediately after software setup to restore your computer does not have a recovery partition. To check for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Restore 65 If the recovery partition is present, a Recovery drive is listed in the window. CAUTION: HP Recovery...
...Recovery partition (select models only), without the need to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you use a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. Software not provided with this computer must use HP Recovery Manager immediately after software setup to restore your computer does not have a recovery partition. To check for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Restore 65 If the recovery partition is present, a Recovery drive is listed in the window. CAUTION: HP Recovery...
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... a USB port on -screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. Create these discs or the flash drive carefully and keep them in a safe place. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a final attempt to its original factory state if the hard drive fails, or if for any functional computer issues fail. To create a set of recovery discs or one set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive can purchase recovery discs for the first time. NOTE: A system restore...
... a USB port on -screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. Create these discs or the flash drive carefully and keep them in a safe place. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a final attempt to its original factory state if the hard drive fails, or if for any functional computer issues fail. To create a set of recovery discs or one set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive can purchase recovery discs for the first time. NOTE: A system restore...
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... models only) When using the dedicated recovery partition, there is an option to create either of the screen. or - For details, see Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. If you set up . To restore the computer from the disc provided by the manufacturer. or - ● Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on -screen instructions. Access HP Recovery Manager...
... models only) When using the dedicated recovery partition, there is an option to create either of the screen. or - For details, see Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. If you set up . To restore the computer from the disc provided by the manufacturer. or - ● Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on -screen instructions. Access HP Recovery Manager...
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... adapter light 32 action keys Help and Support 40 identifying 29 optical drive eject 41 radiance backlight keyboard 41 screen brightness 40 switching screen image 41 using 40 wireless 41 AMD Catalyst Control Center 10 AMD Eyefinity 9 audio-in (microphone) jack 33 audio-out (headpone) jack 33 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 68 personal files 68 battery, replacing 48 bays, hard drive 35, 72 Beats Audio 3, 28 Beats Audio button 3 Beats Audio Control Panel 3 Beats Audio hot key 4 Bluetooth label 72 buttons...
... adapter light 32 action keys Help and Support 40 identifying 29 optical drive eject 41 radiance backlight keyboard 41 screen brightness 40 switching screen image 41 using 40 wireless 41 AMD Catalyst Control Center 10 AMD Eyefinity 9 audio-in (microphone) jack 33 audio-out (headpone) jack 33 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 68 personal files 68 battery, replacing 48 bays, hard drive 35, 72 Beats Audio 3, 28 Beats Audio button 3 Beats Audio Control Panel 3 Beats Audio hot key 4 Bluetooth label 72 buttons...
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..., release 35 lights AC adapter 32 caps lock 27 hard drive 31 Imagepad 26, 27 mute 27 power 27, 31 webcam 34 wireless 27 M memory module inserting 61 removing 60 replacing 59 memory module compartment, identifying 35 microphone jack 33 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 72 mouse, external setting preferences 43 mute button, identifying 28 mute light, identifying 27 N network jack, identifying 31 nose pieces identifying 17 using 21 num lock key 29 O operating environment 75 operating system Microsoft...
..., release 35 lights AC adapter 32 caps lock 27 hard drive 31 Imagepad 26, 27 mute 27 power 27, 31 webcam 34 wireless 27 M memory module inserting 61 removing 60 replacing 59 memory module compartment, identifying 35 microphone jack 33 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 72 mouse, external setting preferences 43 mute button, identifying 28 mute light, identifying 27 N network jack, identifying 31 nose pieces identifying 17 using 21 num lock key 29 O operating environment 75 operating system Microsoft...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... Controller (AHCI) Interface. Page 6 To download the latest version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. 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...
... Controller (AHCI) Interface. Page 6 To download the latest version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. 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...