HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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...'s susceptibility to complete servo, and/or an inaccessible boot device message. The following sections summarize some of an apparent SSD failure, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to the following information is not detected by software issues. The following sections explain how to ): • Viruses...data) Shock events may need adjustment. In the event of these symptoms result from the hard drive to shock events beyond their specifications, they are often caused by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to be displayed such as a clicking ...
...'s susceptibility to complete servo, and/or an inaccessible boot device message. The following sections summarize some of an apparent SSD failure, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to the following information is not detected by software issues. The following sections explain how to ): • Viruses...data) Shock events may need adjustment. In the event of these symptoms result from the hard drive to shock events beyond their specifications, they are often caused by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to be displayed such as a clicking ...
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... 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 ...9 Bluetooth...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 11 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 12 Connecting to...
... 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 ...9 Bluetooth...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 11 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 12 Connecting to...
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Finding more information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide on the Web, go /bsc. ● ...access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. NOTE: Some of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. For U.S. To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. The poster is also available on . For worldwide ...
Finding more information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide on the Web, go /bsc. ● ...access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. NOTE: Some of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. For U.S. To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. The poster is also available on . For worldwide ...
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... or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Using GPS (select models only) 9 WARNING! In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. To reduce the... the physical cable connections that allows you to an analog telephone line using the Bluetooth network. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up one of electric shock, fire, or damage to the Internet using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable...
... or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Using GPS (select models only) 9 WARNING! In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. To reduce the... the physical cable connections that allows you to an analog telephone line using the Bluetooth network. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up one of electric shock, fire, or damage to the Internet using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable...
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... RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2.
... RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2.
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... may have the following media activity controls that allow you 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...
... may have the following media activity controls that allow you 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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... preinstalled software, you can also be controlled through connected headphones. NOTE: Volume can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer model, you can preview and save the photo or video recording. To check the recording...
... preinstalled software, you can also be controlled through connected headphones. NOTE: Volume can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer model, you can preview and save the photo or video recording. To check the recording...
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The webcam software enables you to the external monitor port. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For more of the following features: ● Capturing and sharing ... Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the Getting Started guide. For information on how to access the webcam, see...
The webcam software enables you to the external monitor port. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For more of the following features: ● Capturing and sharing ... Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the Getting Started guide. For information on how to access the webcam, see...
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To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the ...
To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the ...
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..., at the far right of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on your Getting Started guide. Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition...
..., at the far right of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on your Getting Started guide. Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition...
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...other factors. or - For information on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked... disconnect AC power, the display brightness is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to battery power if the AC adapter is plugged into external AC power. For more...
...other factors. or - For information on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked... disconnect AC power, the display brightness is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to battery power if the AC adapter is plugged into external AC power. For more...
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... does not eject, pull the card out of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). If you are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the slot. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 32 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Click the remove hardware icon...
... does not eject, pull the card out of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). If you are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the slot. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 32 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Click the remove hardware icon...
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... card reader until the card is usually included with the computer. Some USB devices may be used with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Inserting a smart card 1.
... card reader until the card is usually included with the computer. Some USB devices may be used with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Inserting a smart card 1.
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... digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices. 36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. NOTE: The following procedure to safely remove the USB device. 1. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the...
... digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices. 36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. NOTE: The following procedure to safely remove the USB device. 1. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the...
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... notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to the 1394 port. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. 2. Remove the device. Connecting a 1394...
... notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to the 1394 port. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. 2. Remove the device. Connecting a 1394...
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...device is turned off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external device to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the...on the device. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off and the AC power cord is usually included with the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to learn which is unplugged. 1. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required ...
...device is turned off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external device to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the...on the device. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off and the AC power cord is usually included with the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to learn which is unplugged. 1. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required ...
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.... When a firewall is installed on a system, all the computers on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can be alerted if specific actions are designed to prevent unauthorized access to consider: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that does not meet those criteria is monitored and compared with...
.... When a firewall is installed on a system, all the computers on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can be alerted if specific actions are designed to prevent unauthorized access to consider: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that does not meet those criteria is monitored and compared with...
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... all data in Advanced System Diagnostics: ● Start-up test-This test analyzes the main computer components that are required to your computer. ● View specification information about your computer. System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests on password TPM Status TPM Operation To do this Control access to...
... all data in Advanced System Diagnostics: ● Start-up test-This test analyzes the main computer components that are required to your computer. ● View specification information about your computer. System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests on password TPM Status TPM Operation To do this Control access to...
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... access for a user or a group 93 Allowing access to a class of devices for one user of a group ......... 94 Allowing access to a specific device for one user of a group 94 Removing settings for a user or a group 95 Resetting the configuration 95 JITA Configuration 95 Creating a JITA ... group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only 103 Setup procedures ...103 Enabling the embedded security chip in Computer Setup 103 Initializing the embedded security chip 104...
... access for a user or a group 93 Allowing access to a class of devices for one user of a group ......... 94 Allowing access to a specific device for one user of a group 94 Removing settings for a user or a group 95 Resetting the configuration 95 JITA Configuration 95 Creating a JITA ... group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only 103 Setup procedures ...103 Enabling the embedded security chip in Computer Setup 103 Initializing the embedded security chip 104...
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...and from introducing viruses into the system from external media. ● Allows administrators to disable access to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of tracking and tracing subscriptions to activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking. ● Monitors user ...activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete sensitive information including application files,...
...and from introducing viruses into the system from external media. ● Allows administrators to disable access to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of tracking and tracing subscriptions to activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking. ● Monitors user ...activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete sensitive information including application files,...