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... very easily during routine computer handling. To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on S.M.A.R.T attribute checking, refer to trace is not stored contiguously on a "first available space" basis.... splice is not reduced by write splices. Upon the next read errors. The OS remaps a reserved sector in this area as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences are caused by regular software maintenance. Over time, the hard drive file structure becomes fragmented due to ...
... very easily during routine computer handling. To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on S.M.A.R.T attribute checking, refer to trace is not stored contiguously on a "first available space" basis.... splice is not reduced by write splices. Upon the next read errors. The OS remaps a reserved sector in this area as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences are caused by regular software maintenance. Over time, the hard drive file structure becomes fragmented due to ...
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... are installed on image and latest firmware for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
... are installed on image and latest firmware for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
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...photos Administrators can set the security level for information about your Getting Started guide. 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia For information on switching the screen image, see your computer's video ports. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that ...High Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific ...
...photos Administrators can set the security level for information about your Getting Started guide. 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia For information on switching the screen image, see your computer's video ports. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that ...High Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific ...
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... additional information. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the connector latch to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. To connect a video or audio device...
... additional information. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the connector latch to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. To connect a video or audio device...
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..., or to the video device, and then see your computer. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. NOTE: For... product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV...
..., or to the video device, and then see your computer. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. NOTE: For... product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV...
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... preceding shutdown procedure, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button on the screen. ● Press and hold the power button on the computer for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for an extended period...
... preceding shutdown procedure, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button on the screen. ● Press and hold the power button on the computer for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for an extended period...
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... click Sleep. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen as it was before your work will return to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, letting...working. When Sleep is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after...
... click Sleep. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen as it was before your work will return to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, letting...working. When Sleep is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after...
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...Chapter 4 Power management To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current... meter icon and select an item from the list. or - To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to the screen. Power plans can help you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate.
...Chapter 4 Power management To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current... meter icon and select an item from the list. or - To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to the screen. Power plans can help you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate.
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... 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 on page 22. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through...Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using . ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a...
... 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 on page 22. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through...Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using . ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a...
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... between Performance mode and Power Saving mode. AMD Trinity series A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. Open the Catalyst Control Center by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. Right-click on power requirements. AMD Trinity series A4 APUs do not support dual graphics. NOTE: For...
... between Performance mode and Power Saving mode. AMD Trinity series A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. Open the Catalyst Control Center by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. Right-click on power requirements. AMD Trinity series A4 APUs do not support dual graphics. NOTE: For...
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... Radeon Dual Graphics section, which is located in the Performance tab in the Catalyst Control Center. However, you can manually modify the settings for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. NOTE: Dual graphics systems only support automatic selection based on power requirements (Dynamic scheme), and automatically assign...
... Radeon Dual Graphics section, which is located in the Performance tab in the Catalyst Control Center. However, you can manually modify the settings for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. NOTE: Dual graphics systems only support automatic selection based on power requirements (Dynamic scheme), and automatically assign...
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Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 32 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it ...
Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 32 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it ...
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A PIN is used with the ExpressCard. 2. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Pull the ExpressCard out of the slot (2). Release and remove the ExpressCard: a. Using smart cards (select models only) NOTE: The term smart card is ...
A PIN is used with the ExpressCard. 2. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Pull the ExpressCard out of the slot (2). Release and remove the ExpressCard: a. Using smart cards (select models only) NOTE: The term smart card is ...
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..., mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. The computer has at least 1 USB port that can be used with the software, on disc, or on...
..., mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. The computer has at least 1 USB port that can be used with the software, on disc, or on...
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Removing a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area lets you know that the device is a hardware interface that connects a high-speed multimedia or ...
Removing a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area lets you know that the device is a hardware interface that connects a high-speed multimedia or ...
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which ...
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which ...
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.... 38 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. You will hear a sound when the device has...
.... 38 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. You will hear a sound when the device has...
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... not drop a drive or place items on the keyboard or move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive...
... not drop a drive or place items on the keyboard or move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive...
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...> System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using ...month. After you do not need access to improve the security of your computer. You may want to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. NOTE: It is not necessary to run during the night or at another time when you start Disk ...
...> System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using ...month. After you do not need access to improve the security of your computer. You may want to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. NOTE: It is not necessary to run during the night or at another time when you start Disk ...
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...Security Manager security features. Managing a BIOS administrator password To set, change, or delete this security feature. *For details about each of the screen. 2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Using passwords 53 ...) embedded security chip that is set under DriveLock Passwords during the enable process. The embedded security password is used to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. When prompted, type the new password again to enter Computer Setup. 3. Your changes go into effect when the computer...
...Security Manager security features. Managing a BIOS administrator password To set, change, or delete this security feature. *For details about each of the screen. 2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter. Using passwords 53 ...) embedded security chip that is set under DriveLock Passwords during the enable process. The embedded security password is used to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. When prompted, type the new password again to enter Computer Setup. 3. Your changes go into effect when the computer...