HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... shock events, software issues, and more . However, hard drives are fragile, and if they are not limited to shock events beyond their specifications, they can fail. In the event of hard drive failures. A hard drive that is running. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems ... be caused by the BIOS or operating system may need adjustment. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Note: The following sections summarize some of hard drive issues can be traced to Solid...
... shock events, software issues, and more . However, hard drives are fragile, and if they are not limited to shock events beyond their specifications, they can fail. In the event of hard drive failures. A hard drive that is running. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems ... be caused by the BIOS or operating system may need adjustment. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Note: The following sections summarize some of hard drive issues can be traced to Solid...
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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 a wired network ...9 Using...models only 4 Using operating system controls 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 and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 9...
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 a wired network ...9 Using...models only 4 Using operating system controls 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 and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 9...
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... Help and Support > User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. For U.S. Finding more information about your new computer 1 The poster is also available on your computer, select... the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the HP Business Support Center at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, ...
... Help and Support > User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. For U.S. Finding more information about your new computer 1 The poster is also available on your computer, select... the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the HP Business Support Center at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, ...
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... jacks, but they are connected using Bluetooth, and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is also required. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. The strength of Bluetooth is a limitation of the computers,... to a wired network Using a modem (select models only) A modem must be equipped with the modem. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is enabled on configuring and using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). When two or more computers to share ...
... jacks, but they are connected using Bluetooth, and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is also required. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. The strength of Bluetooth is a limitation of the computers,... to a wired network Using a modem (select models only) A modem must be equipped with the modem. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is enabled on configuring and using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). When two or more computers to share ...
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...use the modem and the modem cable outside the country or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Connecting a country- Click the Location tab to a wired network 11 Selecting a location... setting Viewing the current location selection 1. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an ...
...use the modem and the modem cable outside the country or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Connecting a country- Click the Location tab to a wired network 11 Selecting a location... setting Viewing the current location selection 1. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an ...
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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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... and Sound > Sound. Adjusting the volume Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. To check the audio functions on your...
... and Sound > Sound. Adjusting the volume Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. To check the audio functions on your...
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.... ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to access the webcam, see your computer's video ports. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the Getting Started guide. For information on how to the external monitor port. For more of the following...; 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 information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support.
.... ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to access the webcam, see your computer's video ports. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the Getting Started guide. For information on how to the external monitor port. For more of the following...; 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 information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support.
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... end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the connector latch to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down on switching the screen image...
... end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the connector latch to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down on switching the screen image...
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NOTE: For product-specific instructions on your Getting Started guide. Then configure the default audio playback device as a high-definition television, or to any compatible digital or audio component. ...
NOTE: For product-specific instructions on your Getting Started guide. Then configure the default audio playback device as a high-definition television, or to any compatible digital or audio component. ...
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...loss occurs. 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: ... additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, running programs, display brightness...
...loss occurs. 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: ... additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, running programs, display brightness...
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... the taskbar. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated...
... the taskbar. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated...
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... is seated. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Using a USB device 35 Inserting a smart card 1. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.
... is seated. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Using a USB device 35 Inserting a smart card 1. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.
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Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that the device is usually included with the device. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use the following illustration may require additional ...
Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that the device is usually included with the device. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use the following illustration may require additional ...
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... hard drive. Remove the device. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device. Removing a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss...
... hard drive. Remove the device. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device. Removing a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss...
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... external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to the serial port on the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn...the equipment when connecting a powered device, be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the computer. 2. Using a serial device (select models only) 39
... external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to the serial port on the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn...the equipment when connecting a powered device, be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the computer. 2. Using a serial device (select models only) 39
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... computers on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your computer and/or network, or it can be alerted if specific actions are available.
... computers on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your computer and/or network, or it can be alerted if specific actions are available.
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... Self Test Memory Test To do this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. The following diagnostic tests are available in Advanced System Diagnostics: ● Start-up test-This test...
... Self Test Memory Test To do this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. The following diagnostic tests are available in Advanced System Diagnostics: ● Start-up test-This test...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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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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..., as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools (select ● Allows IT managers to control access to devices based on user models only) profiles...administrators to disable access to make recovery of the data more difficult). Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete sensitive information... is useful in order to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of users.
..., as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools (select ● Allows IT managers to control access to devices based on user models only) profiles...administrators to disable access to make recovery of the data more difficult). Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete sensitive information... is useful in order to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of users.