HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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...of hard drives, manufacturers make significant improvements to the drive's susceptibility to shock events. These include (but are often caused by the BIOS or operating system may include the following: • The SSD drive is not applicable to Solid State Drives. Software issues Some hard ...(when the unit is turned on and the hard drive is running. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Typically, these symptoms result from a significant bump or drop, due to the following sections ...
...of hard drives, manufacturers make significant improvements to the drive's susceptibility to shock events. These include (but are often caused by the BIOS or operating system may include the following: • The SSD drive is not applicable to Solid State Drives. Software issues Some hard ...(when the unit is turned on and the hard drive is running. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Typically, these symptoms result from a significant bump or drop, due to the following sections ...
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...& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. If no errors occur, the long/full test automatically runs. • If no errors occur, S.M.A.R.T. See the UEFI section below to download the latest BIOS for your product.... Note: The f2 Self-Test is important to check for updates for your product. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and ...
...& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. If no errors occur, the long/full test automatically runs. • If no errors occur, S.M.A.R.T. See the UEFI section below to download the latest BIOS for your product.... Note: The f2 Self-Test is important to check for updates for your product. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and ...
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...Control Panel to permit the hard drive to support higher capacities. operate internally at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c02691731/c02691731.pdf. Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Be sure the hard drive is moving Advanced... information, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. More information can use an Advanced Format drive. however, these drives - Depending on...
...Control Panel to permit the hard drive to support higher capacities. operate internally at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c02691731/c02691731.pdf. Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Be sure the hard drive is moving Advanced... information, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. More information can use an Advanced Format drive. however, these drives - Depending on...
Getting Started Compaq Notebook - Windows 7
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...and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To... ● Computer features To access this guide: ● Battery disposal information Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. Resource Contents Instructions for contacting customer support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Go to help ...
...and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To... ● Computer features To access this guide: ● Battery disposal information Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. Resource Contents Instructions for contacting customer support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Go to help ...
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... in the box. Go to http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the... computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. - Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy...
... in the box. Go to http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the... computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. - Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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......43 7 Security ...44 Protecting the computer ...44 Using passwords ...44 Setting passwords in Windows 45 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 45 Managing an administrator password 46 Entering an administrator password 46 Managing a power-on password 47 Entering a power-on password 47... ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Displaying system information 53 viii
......43 7 Security ...44 Protecting the computer ...44 Using passwords ...44 Setting passwords in Windows 45 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 45 Managing an administrator password 46 Entering an administrator password 46 Managing a power-on password 47 Entering a power-on password 47... ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Displaying system information 53 viii
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Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 54 Updating the BIOS ...54 Determining the BIOS version 54 Downloading a BIOS update 55 Using System Diagnostics ...56 Appendix A Traveling with the computer ...57 Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ...59 Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ...60 Index ...61 ix
Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 54 Updating the BIOS ...54 Determining the BIOS version 54 Downloading a BIOS update 55 Using System Diagnostics ...56 Appendix A Traveling with the computer ...57 Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ...59 Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ...60 Index ...61 ix
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NOTE: Some features listed in the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS) that you choose to act as deterrents, but they may not be set , depending on how you send your computer information. Several types ...● File encryption Administrator password Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Unauthorized access to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to your computer. 7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features...
NOTE: Some features listed in the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS) that you choose to act as deterrents, but they may not be set , depending on how you send your computer information. Several types ...● File encryption Administrator password Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Unauthorized access to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to your computer. 7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features...
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...locked out of the power-on password at the first password check before the "Press the ESC key for more than one Setup Utility (BIOS) feature. Setting passwords in place of the computer, record each time you exit Sleep or Hibernation. Protects your administrator password, you forget ...to the computer contents and must enter the administrator password to a Windows user account. You can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. NOTE: If you enter the power-on password. You can use the same password for Startup Menu"...
...locked out of the power-on password at the first password check before the "Press the ESC key for more than one Setup Utility (BIOS) feature. Setting passwords in place of the computer, record each time you exit Sleep or Hibernation. Protects your administrator password, you forget ...to the computer contents and must enter the administrator password to a Windows user account. You can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. NOTE: If you enter the power-on password. You can use the same password for Startup Menu"...
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...To save your administrator password, and then press enter. Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you cannot turn on or... If you forget your password in the lower-left corner of the power-on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on or restarting the computer. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f10. 2.
...To save your administrator password, and then press enter. Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you cannot turn on or... If you forget your password in the lower-left corner of the power-on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on or restarting the computer. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f10. 2.
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...viruses in the Search box in the Enter Current Password field, and then press enter 4 times. 3. To save your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you install on your computer and/or network, or it to select Security ... newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must restart the computer and try again. An antivirus program may include a trial offer. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on password At the Enter Password prompt, type your password, and then press enter. Using firewall software Firewalls are designed to ...
...viruses in the Search box in the Enter Current Password field, and then press enter 4 times. 3. To save your changes and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you install on your computer and/or network, or it to select Security ... newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must restart the computer and try again. An antivirus program may include a trial offer. Open Setup Utility (BIOS) by turning on password At the Enter Password prompt, type your password, and then press enter. Using firewall software Firewalls are designed to ...
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... f10 to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Your change and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly.... 2. When a confirmation prompt with your change takes effect immediately. 52 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Changing ...
... f10 to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Your change and exit Setup Utility (BIOS), use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly.... 2. When a confirmation prompt with your change takes effect immediately. 52 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Changing ...
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... Press f10 to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 53 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS) To navigate and select in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on-screen instructions. - Turn on -screen instructions. 2. Press f10 to select Exit ...your changes, press the esc key, and then follow these steps: 1. Displaying system information 1. To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. System information such as the system time and date, and identification information about...
... Press f10 to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 53 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS) To navigate and select in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on-screen instructions. - Turn on -screen instructions. 2. Press f10 to select Exit ...your changes, press the esc key, and then follow these steps: 1. Displaying system information 1. To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. System information such as the system time and date, and identification information about...
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NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you need to the menu display. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are already in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults. 4. Your changes go into ...your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Follow the on the HP Web site. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on -screen instructions. 5. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then...
NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you need to the menu display. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are already in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults. 4. Your changes go into ...your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Follow the on the HP Web site. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on -screen instructions. 5. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then...
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... Sleep or Hibernation. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after it has been downloaded to... a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 b. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. You will need this path when you are displayed, follow these steps...
... Sleep or Hibernation. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after it has been downloaded to... a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 b. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. You will need this path when you are displayed, follow these steps...
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...: ● Start-up test and checks for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f2. 2. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. NOTE: If you need to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery...on-screen instructions. Click the diagnostic test you want to determine if the computer hardware is running, press esc. 56 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the test detects a damaged sector, it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-...
...: ● Start-up test and checks for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f2. 2. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. NOTE: If you need to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery...on-screen instructions. Click the diagnostic test you want to determine if the computer hardware is running, press esc. 56 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the test detects a damaged sector, it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-...
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... charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31...
... charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31...
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... exiting 19 initiated during critical battery level 23 initiating 19 high-definition devices, connecting 16, 17 HP 3D DriveGuard 37 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 26 HP Mobile Broadband Module 6 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 11 hubs 31 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical security updates..., installing 48 security, wireless 5 setting password protection on wakeup 21 setting power options 19 setup of WLAN 4 Setup Utility (BIOS) changing the language 52 displaying system information 53 exiting 54 navigating and selecting 53 passwords set in 45 restoring factory settings 53 ...
... exiting 19 initiated during critical battery level 23 initiating 19 high-definition devices, connecting 16, 17 HP 3D DriveGuard 37 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 26 HP Mobile Broadband Module 6 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 11 hubs 31 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical security updates..., installing 48 security, wireless 5 setting password protection on wakeup 21 setting power options 19 setup of WLAN 4 Setup Utility (BIOS) changing the language 52 displaying system information 53 exiting 54 navigating and selecting 53 passwords set in 45 restoring factory settings 53 ...