HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Page 6 Procedures for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to address known issues. The latest device driver versions address multiple known issues that could affect hard disk drive...
... driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Page 6 Procedures for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to address known issues. The latest device driver versions address multiple known issues that could affect hard disk drive...
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... software Help. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. For information on switching...
... software Help. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. For information on switching...
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... in Windows Control Panel. When Sleep is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When Hibernation is set a password...
... in Windows Control Panel. When Sleep is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When Hibernation is set a password...
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...; To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn on the computer. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. Using a serial device (select models only) 39 Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or...
...; To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn on the computer. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. Using a serial device (select models only) 39 Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or...
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... Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. To run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. See Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Follow the on solid-state drives. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may be prompted for your computer. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to free up disk space and...
... Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. To run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. See Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Follow the on solid-state drives. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may be prompted for your computer. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to free up disk space and...
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... from an optical drive, diskette drive, or Boot options feature in Computer Setup* internal network adapter 50 Chapter 7 Security For more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the HP ProtectTools Security Manager software Help. 7 Security Protecting the computer Computer security is essential for service, back up and delete confidential files, and remove all password settings. Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS administrator password in order to act as viruses...
... from an optical drive, diskette drive, or Boot options feature in Computer Setup* internal network adapter 50 Chapter 7 Security For more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the HP ProtectTools Security Manager software Help. 7 Security Protecting the computer Computer security is essential for service, back up and delete confidential files, and remove all password settings. Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS administrator password in order to act as viruses...
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... Security feature Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) *Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is used with the optional embedded security...
... Security feature Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) *Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is used with the optional embedded security...
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... the instructions to download a list of options that is displayed in the Configuration Options window. Click the Check for more computer models to download SoftPaqs, you want to the database and software. Select your Web browser. To add other operating systems, change the filter settings in the Product Catalog is Windows 7 Professional. See the HP SoftPaq Download Manager software Help for Software Updates button. 4. Click Find Available SoftPaqs to download and install SoftPaq Download Manager. If...
... the instructions to download a list of options that is displayed in the Configuration Options window. Click the Check for more computer models to download SoftPaqs, you want to the database and software. Select your Web browser. To add other operating systems, change the filter settings in the Product Catalog is Windows 7 Professional. See the HP SoftPaq Download Manager software Help for Software Updates button. 4. Click Find Available SoftPaqs to download and install SoftPaq Download Manager. If...
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... of the screen. 2. Starting Computer Setup NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. To start Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. 9 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Computer Setup includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed at...
... of the screen. 2. Starting Computer Setup NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. To start Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. 9 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Computer Setup includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed at...
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... Sleep or Hibernation. BIOS installation procedures vary. Open Windows Explorer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Double-click your hard drive. Using the hard drive path you want to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. b. If no instructions are displayed on the screen after it has been downloaded to the hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Do not insert, remove, connect...
... Sleep or Hibernation. BIOS installation procedures vary. Open Windows Explorer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Double-click your hard drive. Using the hard drive path you want to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. b. If no instructions are displayed on the screen after it has been downloaded to the hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Do not insert, remove, connect...
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... enabled at the factory. To enable a NIC device, select System Configuration > Boot Options, and then select PXE Internal NIC boot. 4. Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup 73 To start using MultiBoot, press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen, and then quickly press f12. or - Turn on -screen instructions. - Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup The computer will try to boot to the next type of device in the boot order...
... enabled at the factory. To enable a NIC device, select System Configuration > Boot Options, and then select PXE Internal NIC boot. 4. Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup 73 To start using MultiBoot, press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen, and then quickly press f12. or - Turn on -screen instructions. - Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup The computer will try to boot to the next type of device in the boot order...
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... esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. This feature prompts you start Computer Setup and set a boot device order that the computer uses each time it is turned on -screen instructions. - Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to enter Computer Setup. 3. or - ● Changing the boot order also changes the logical drive designations. To move the device up from a NIC does not affect...
... esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. This feature prompts you start Computer Setup and set a boot device order that the computer uses each time it is turned on -screen instructions. - Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to enter Computer Setup. 3. or - ● Changing the boot order also changes the logical drive designations. To move the device up from a NIC does not affect...
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... audio functions, checking 15 Automatic DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining charge 25 disposing 27 low battery levels 25 replacing 27 storing 26 Battery Check 25 battery information, finding 24 battery power 24 battery temperature 26 BIOS determining version 68 downloading an update 69 updating 67 Bluetooth device 2, 9 boot devices, enabling 73 buttons media 14 power 20 volume 15 C cables 1394 37 eSATA 38 USB 36 caring for your computer 60 changing boot order 74 checking audio functions...
... audio functions, checking 15 Automatic DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining charge 25 disposing 27 low battery levels 25 replacing 27 storing 26 Battery Check 25 battery information, finding 24 battery power 24 battery temperature 26 BIOS determining version 68 downloading an update 69 updating 67 Bluetooth device 2, 9 boot devices, enabling 73 buttons media 14 power 20 volume 15 C cables 1394 37 eSATA 38 USB 36 caring for your computer 60 changing boot order 74 checking audio functions...
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... modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 hotkeys, media 14 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 24 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 59 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 hubs 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 Intel Wireless Display 19 Internet connection setup 6 J Java Card defined 34 inserting 35 removing 35 K keys...
... modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 hotkeys, media 14 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 24 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 59 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 hubs 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 Intel Wireless Display 19 Internet connection setup 6 J Java Card defined 34 inserting 35 removing 35 K keys...
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... smart card HP ProtectTools Security Manager can support a number of contactless cards are supported by HP ProtectTools: ● Contactless HID iCLASS memory cards ● Contactless MiFare Classic 1k, 4k, and mini memory cards ▲ To set up is selected. 4. Administrators can initialize the smart card using the manufacturer's software and HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. If a contactless card reader is connected to the computer, if the administrator has installed the associated driver from...
... smart card HP ProtectTools Security Manager can support a number of contactless cards are supported by HP ProtectTools: ● Contactless HID iCLASS memory cards ● Contactless MiFare Classic 1k, 4k, and mini memory cards ▲ To set up is selected. 4. Administrators can initialize the smart card using the manufacturer's software and HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. If a contactless card reader is connected to the computer, if the administrator has installed the associated driver from...
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... access 93 denying access 93 removing 95 H hardware encryption 55, 56, 58 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 21 opening 22 HP ProtectTools features 2 HP ProtectTools Getting Started Guide 115 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 33 Backup and Recovery password 9 HP SpareKey Recovery 61 I icon, using 87 ID card 35 importing, third-party certificate 67 initializing embedded security chip 104 J JITA configuration 95 creating extendable for user or group 96 creating for user or group 96 disabling for user...
... access 93 denying access 93 removing 95 H hardware encryption 55, 56, 58 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 21 opening 22 HP ProtectTools features 2 HP ProtectTools Getting Started Guide 115 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 33 Backup and Recovery password 9 HP SpareKey Recovery 61 I icon, using 87 ID card 35 importing, third-party certificate 67 initializing embedded security chip 104 J JITA configuration 95 creating extendable for user or group 96 creating for user or group 96 disabling for user...
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... 7 opening Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools 89 Drive Encryption 54 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools 82 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 22 Privacy Manager 65 Security Manager 33 owner password changing 107 setting 104 P password Basic User Key 106 changes using different keyboard layouts 110 changing 43 changing owner 107 emergency recovery 104 exceptions 109 guidelines 10 HP ProtectTools 9 managing 9 owner 104 policies 8 rejected 113 resetting user 107 secure 10 strength 41 Password Manager 29, 36, 37 easy setup 17 viewing and managing...
... 7 opening Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools 89 Drive Encryption 54 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools 82 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 22 Privacy Manager 65 Security Manager 33 owner password changing 107 setting 104 P password Basic User Key 106 changes using different keyboard layouts 110 changing 43 changing owner 107 emergency recovery 104 exceptions 109 guidelines 10 HP ProtectTools 9 managing 9 owner 104 policies 8 rejected 113 resetting user 107 secure 10 strength 41 Password Manager 29, 36, 37 easy setup 17 viewing and managing...
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... HP Software Setup utility installs drivers and applications. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Driver DVD or Windows DVD. 3. Click the Burn button to start up the computer, you are using. Choosing this selection creates a DVD that restores the original operating system and the software programs installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for burning the recovery media. 4. Backing up your system on the type of optical drive you can create recovery media using the installed optical drive...
... HP Software Setup utility installs drivers and applications. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Driver DVD or Windows DVD. 3. Click the Burn button to start up the computer, you are using. Choosing this selection creates a DVD that restores the original operating system and the software programs installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for burning the recovery media. 4. Backing up your system on the type of optical drive you can create recovery media using the installed optical drive...
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.... 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions to boot (start the backup process. Follow the on -screen instructions to recover your files. NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required. ● When backing up : 1. To create a backup using Startup Repair, follow these steps: 48 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that...
.... 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions to boot (start the backup process. Follow the on -screen instructions to recover your files. NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required. ● When backing up : 1. To create a backup using Startup Repair, follow these steps: 48 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that...
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...23 function keys, identifying 9 H hard drive installing 36 removing 36 hard drive light 10 hard drive recovery 49 hard drive, identifying 18 headphone (audio-out) jack 11 hot keys adjusting volume 24 battery charge 24 decrease screen brightness 24 decreasing speaker sound 24 description 23 increase screen brightness 24 increasing speaker sound 24 Sleep 24 switching screen image 24 using 23 I input power 53 integrated numeric keypad, identifying 9, 25 integrated webcam light, identifying 15, 16 internal display switch 15, 16 internal microphones, identifying 15, 16 Internet connection setup 21...
...23 function keys, identifying 9 H hard drive installing 36 removing 36 hard drive light 10 hard drive recovery 49 hard drive, identifying 18 headphone (audio-out) jack 11 hot keys adjusting volume 24 battery charge 24 decrease screen brightness 24 decreasing speaker sound 24 description 23 increase screen brightness 24 increasing speaker sound 24 Sleep 24 switching screen image 24 using 23 I input power 53 integrated numeric keypad, identifying 9, 25 integrated webcam light, identifying 15, 16 internal display switch 15, 16 internal microphones, identifying 15, 16 Internet connection setup 21...
