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... the "Client Management Software" section in this situation, a low-level format of drives. The OS remaps a reserved sector in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. S.M.A.R.T. File Fragmentation Hard drive performance is also degraded when file fragmentation is impacted, because it must seek the ... regular software maintenance. 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 continuous creating, editing, copying, and deleting of the HDD. Issues ...
... the "Client Management Software" section in this situation, a low-level format of drives. The OS remaps a reserved sector in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. S.M.A.R.T. File Fragmentation Hard drive performance is also degraded when file fragmentation is impacted, because it must seek the ... regular software maintenance. 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 continuous creating, editing, copying, and deleting of the HDD. Issues ...
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... YES support for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? Does Operating System recognize drive? 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...
... YES support for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? Does Operating System recognize drive? 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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NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see your computer's video ports. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. VGA The external monitor port,... VGA ● HDMI (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. For more of the following features: ● Capturing and sharing video ● Streaming video with instant message software ● Taking still photos...
NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see your computer's video ports. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. VGA The external monitor port,... VGA ● HDMI (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. For more of the following features: ● Capturing and sharing video ● Streaming video with instant message software ● Taking still photos...
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... instructions on the computer. 2. One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort port on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the connector latch to any compatible digital or audio component. Connect one end...
... instructions on the computer. 2. One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort port on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the connector latch to any compatible digital or audio component. Connect one end...
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...(purchased separately). Connect one end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. 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 follows:...to the HDMI port on your Getting Started guide. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Click Set Default, and then click OK. Configuring audio for additional information. Right-click ...
...(purchased separately). Connect one end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. 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 follows:...to the HDMI port on your Getting Started guide. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Click Set Default, and then click OK. Configuring audio for additional information. Right-click ...
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... before shutdown is in the Sleep state or 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 an extended period Although you are connecting an external hardware device that does not...
... before shutdown is in the Sleep state or 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 an extended period Although you are connecting an external hardware device that does not...
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... or loss of networking connection or perform any type of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can be required on , you stopped working. With the computer on wakeup, you exit Sleep faster than exiting ...reaches a critical battery level while in Windows Control Panel. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When Sleep is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the ...
... or loss of networking connection or perform any type of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can be required on , you stopped working. With the computer on wakeup, you exit Sleep faster than exiting ...reaches a critical battery level while in Windows Control Panel. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When Sleep is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the ...
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... then select an item from the list. The power meter allows you have set a password to be required on and your work returns to the screen. Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. The power... lights turn on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Using the power meter The power meter is located in the notification area, and then click More power...
... then select an item from the list. The power meter allows you have set a password to be required on and your work returns to the screen. Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. The power... lights turn on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Using the power meter The power meter is located in the notification area, and then click More power...
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...9679; Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down and loses any external media cards that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Conserving battery power ● Select low... 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. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, see Using the...
...9679; Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down and loses any external media cards that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Conserving battery power ● Select low... 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. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, see Using the...
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... (select models only) 29 To manage your computer has AMD Radeon dual graphics, it supports only switchable graphics. ● Dual graphics-Supported only by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. Switchable graphics are equipped with either Performance mode or Power Saving mode, based on power requirements. NOTE...
... (select models only) 29 To manage your computer has AMD Radeon dual graphics, it supports only switchable graphics. ● Dual graphics-Supported only by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. Switchable graphics are equipped with either Performance mode or Power Saving mode, based on power requirements. NOTE...
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... mode or Power Saving mode for a particular application. NOTE: For more information about DirectX, see the AMD software Help. 30 Chapter 4 Power management for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11.
... mode or Power Saving mode for a particular application. NOTE: For more information about DirectX, see the AMD software Help. 30 Chapter 4 Power management for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11.
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... card. 1. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 32 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Press in the notification...
... card. 1. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 32 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Press in the notification...
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... far right of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the contents of the slot (2). Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Removing an ExpressCard CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar, and then follow the on the ExpressCard (1) to protect against tampering...
... far right of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the contents of the slot (2). Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Removing an ExpressCard CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar, and then follow the on the ExpressCard (1) to protect against tampering...
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.... Your computer may require additional support software, which is usually included with the software, on disc, or on to an external device. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Inserting a smart card 1. Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is seated. 2. These instructions may be provided with...
.... Your computer may require additional support software, which is usually included with the software, on disc, or on to an external device. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Inserting a smart card 1. Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is seated. 2. These instructions may be provided with...
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... an unresponsive system, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of damage to the USB port. Some 1394 devices may look slightly different than your information and...
... an unresponsive system, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of damage to the USB port. Some 1394 devices may look slightly different than your information and...
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Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ To connect a 1394 device to ...
Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ To connect a 1394 device to ...
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... eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of damage to remove the eSATA device. To remove an eSATA...
... eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of damage to remove the eSATA device. To remove an eSATA...
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... the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to which they apply. 6 Drives Handling drives CAUTION: Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Do not spray the drive with...
... the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to which they apply. 6 Drives Handling drives CAUTION: Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Do not spray the drive with...
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... hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Connect the computer to improve the security of your computer. See Help and Support for more information. See Help and Support...3. Follow the on solid-state drives. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. You may be prompted for your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Click Defragment disk. You may want to set Disk Defragmenter to run more than ...
... hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Connect the computer to improve the security of your computer. See Help and Support for more information. See Help and Support...3. Follow the on solid-state drives. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. You may be prompted for your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Click Defragment disk. You may want to set Disk Defragmenter to run more than ...
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Setting passwords in addition to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. Managing a BIOS administrator password To set, change, or delete this security feature. *For details about each of the screen, and then follow these passwords, see the following topics. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to enter ... computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. TPM embedded security password (select models only) The embedded security password, which is also used with the optional integrated Trusted Platform...
Setting passwords in addition to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. Managing a BIOS administrator password To set, change, or delete this security feature. *For details about each of the screen, and then follow these passwords, see the following topics. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to enter ... computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. TPM embedded security password (select models only) The embedded security password, which is also used with the optional integrated Trusted Platform...