HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
Page 2
... to the drive's susceptibility to Solid State Drives. Note: The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be run. Shock events With each new generation of hard drive failures. Shock events can fail. These software issues include...turned on and the hard drive is reading or writing data) Shock events may include the following sections explain how to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP...
... to the drive's susceptibility to Solid State Drives. Note: The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be run. Shock events With each new generation of hard drive failures. Shock events can fail. These software issues include...turned on and the hard drive is reading or writing data) Shock events may include the following sections explain how to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
Page 7
...Thus, any business notebook with physical sectors (disk media). For information about using external SATA communications based on a 512-byte sector; HP CMI - With 4-KB sectors, less space is wasted on Products with applications that execute primarily from Symantec. operate internally at the following... a result, movement of the hard drive reading/writing heads is secured in the Control Panel to permit the hard drive to turn off when it is now limiting HDD capacity. Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard...
...Thus, any business notebook with physical sectors (disk media). For information about using external SATA communications based on a 512-byte sector; HP CMI - With 4-KB sectors, less space is wasted on Products with applications that execute primarily from Symantec. operate internally at the following... a result, movement of the hard drive reading/writing heads is secured in the Control Panel to permit the hard drive to turn off when it is now limiting HDD capacity. Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 5
... computer 1 2 Networking (select models only) ...2 Creating a wireless connection ...2 Identifying wireless and network status icons 2 Turning wireless devices on or off 4 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 4 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5... Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Using Bluetooth wireless devices...
... computer 1 2 Networking (select models only) ...2 Creating a wireless connection ...2 Identifying wireless and network status icons 2 Turning wireless devices on or off 4 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 4 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5... Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Using Bluetooth wireless devices...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 11
...; Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. For U.S. support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work ... the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. The poster is also available on your computer and turning it on the Web, go to http://www.hp.com/go /bsc. ● Help and Support-Contains information about your new computer The following user guides and...
...; Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. For U.S. support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work ... the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. The poster is also available on your computer and turning it on the Web, go to http://www.hp.com/go /bsc. ● Help and Support-Contains information about your new computer The following user guides and...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 14
... To use the wireless button or HP Connection Manager (select models only) to turn on and turn off wireless devices using HP Mobile Broadband, and an interface for connecting to the Internet using HP Connection Manager: ▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification ...For more information, select Start > Help and Support. 4 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) For more information, see the HP Connection Manager software Help. Turning wireless devices on or off You can use operating system controls: ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > ...
... To use the wireless button or HP Connection Manager (select models only) to turn on and turn off wireless devices using HP Mobile Broadband, and an interface for connecting to the Internet using HP Connection Manager: ▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification ...For more information, select Start > Help and Support. 4 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) For more information, see the HP Connection Manager software Help. Turning wireless devices on or off You can use operating system controls: ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 15
... from other computers and accessories that the WLAN device is a security-enabled WLAN, you can create a new network connection. 4. If the network is on. (See Turning wireless devices on or off on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the list. Using a WLAN A wireless connection connects the computer to enter a network...
... from other computers and accessories that the WLAN device is a security-enabled WLAN, you can create a new network connection. 4. If the network is on. (See Turning wireless devices on or off on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the list. Using a WLAN A wireless connection connects the computer to enter a network...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 16
... outside the network, so other WLAN devices can be sure that is not confidential and basic Internet surfing. To synchronize your computer and wireless router, turn your network, and discards any security. You can take the following precautions to access the Internet. If you need a separate router. ● The wireless computer...
... outside the network, so other WLAN devices can be sure that is not confidential and basic Internet surfing. To synchronize your computer and wireless router, turn your network, and discards any security. You can take the following precautions to access the Internet. If you need a separate router. ● The wireless computer...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 18
...battery. 6. Turn on the computer. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into the slot until it is not replaced. 8. To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband ...is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Shut down the computer. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. If a SIM is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing...
...battery. 6. Turn on the computer. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into the slot until it is not replaced. 8. To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband ...is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Shut down the computer. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. If a SIM is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 30
... down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is possible. 1. The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedure, try the following conditions: ●...
... down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is possible. 1. The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedure, try the following conditions: ●...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 31
... saved to a hibernation file on wakeup, you have set a password to be required on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on external power. Setting power options 21 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation...
... saved to a hibernation file on wakeup, you have set a password to be required on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on external power. Setting power options 21 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 32
The power lights turn on wakeup, you stopped working. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on and your work returns to the screen where you must ...
The power lights turn on wakeup, you stopped working. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on and your work returns to the screen where you must ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 36
...by pressing the power button. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable,...takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲ Connect one of time. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Resolving a low ...
...by pressing the power button. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable,...takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲ Connect one of time. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Resolving a low ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 37
...9679; When running Disk Defragmenter ● When performing a backup or recovery When you to storage. Calibrate a battery before returning it to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. do not dispose of a stored battery, place it separately. NOTE: For information on , ... events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on connecting to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for more than 50 percent, recharge the...
...9679; When running Disk Defragmenter ● When performing a backup or recovery When you to storage. Calibrate a battery before returning it to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. do not dispose of a stored battery, place it separately. NOTE: For information on , ... events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on connecting to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for more than 50 percent, recharge the...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 38
... information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on, the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . Shut down the computer. 2. Testing an AC ... is not functioning and should be replaced. When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions apply to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management
... information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on, the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . Shut down the computer. 2. Testing an AC ... is not functioning and should be replaced. When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions apply to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 49
...device (select models only) Select computer models include a serial port that the device is turned off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to learn which is unplugged. 1. For more ...information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from...
...device (select models only) Select computer models include a serial port that the device is turned off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to learn which is unplugged. 1. For more ...information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 52
... place items on it down the computer. Security devices with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it . ● Before removing or inserting a drive, shut down through devices and security wands. do not damage drives. 42...
... place items on it down the computer. Security devices with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it . ● Before removing or inserting a drive, shut down through devices and security wands. do not damage drives. 42...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 55
...software and change settings. 3. Using optical drives (select models only) Optical drives include the following tasks: ● Enable and disable HP 3D DriveGuard. Turn on the drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Right-click the icon in the system is... user privileges, you to change settings, follow these steps: 1. or - Privileges for non-administrator users can be unable to enable or disable HP 3D DriveGuard. Press the release button (1) on the computer. 2. Hold the disc by members of an administrator group. ● Determine whether ...
...software and change settings. 3. Using optical drives (select models only) Optical drives include the following tasks: ● Enable and disable HP 3D DriveGuard. Turn on the drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Right-click the icon in the system is... user privileges, you to change settings, follow these steps: 1. or - Privileges for non-administrator users can be unable to enable or disable HP 3D DriveGuard. Press the release button (1) on the computer. 2. Hold the disc by members of an administrator group. ● Determine whether ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 56
... you have not selected a media player, an AutoPlay dialog box opens. Slot-load CAUTION: Do not insert 8-cm optical discs into a slot-load optical drive. Turn on whether the disc tray opens normally or not. 46 Chapter 6 Drives Removing an optical disc Tray-load There are 2 ways to use the media...
... you have not selected a media player, an AutoPlay dialog box opens. Slot-load CAUTION: Do not insert 8-cm optical discs into a slot-load optical drive. Turn on whether the disc tray opens normally or not. 46 Chapter 6 Drives Removing an optical disc Tray-load There are 2 ways to use the media...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 63
...the new password again to select Security > Setup BIOS Administrator Password, and then press enter. 4. or - Setting passwords in addition to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. The embedded security password is used to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Use a pointing device or...to confirm. 6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is set under DriveLock ...
...the new password again to select Security > Setup BIOS Administrator Password, and then press enter. 4. or - Setting passwords in addition to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. The embedded security password is used to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Use a pointing device or...to confirm. 6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is set under DriveLock ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
Page 64
...bottom of the screen. 2. Read the warning. Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Turn on -screen instructions. - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. When prompted, type your current... password. 5. Turn on -screen instructions. - After 3 unsuccessful attempts to confirm. 6. When prompted, type your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in...
...bottom of the screen. 2. Read the warning. Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Turn on -screen instructions. - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. When prompted, type your current... password. 5. Turn on -screen instructions. - After 3 unsuccessful attempts to confirm. 6. When prompted, type your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in...