HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... a clicking noise, the failure to shock events. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Symptoms may include the following sections summarize some of hard drive issues can cause read/write head misalignment...; Your notebook spontaneously restarts when the Windows OS is running. Typically, these . Connector issues It is no longer recognized by the BIOS or operating system may actually be run. However, hard drives are fragile, and if they are not limited to shock events beyond ...
... a clicking noise, the failure to shock events. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Symptoms may include the following sections summarize some of hard drive issues can cause read/write head misalignment...; Your notebook spontaneously restarts when the Windows OS is running. Typically, these . Connector issues It is no longer recognized by the BIOS or operating system may actually be run. However, hard drives are fragile, and if they are not limited to shock events beyond ...
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...shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. Note: The f2 Self-Test is important to download the latest BIOS for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us /en/support.html To launch the UEFI diagnostics, select the f2 function key when booting up the system.... can be aborted at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html to check for updates for certain OEM drives and/or special product updates. There are new firmware updates for your product. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more...
...shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. Note: The f2 Self-Test is important to download the latest BIOS for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us /en/support.html To launch the UEFI diagnostics, select the f2 function key when booting up the system.... can be aborted at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html to check for updates for certain OEM drives and/or special product updates. There are new firmware updates for your product. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... a BIOS administrator password 54 Managing a DriveLock password 55 Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock 55 Entering an Automatic DriveLock password 55 Removing Automatic DriveLock protection 56 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only 57 Using Internet security software ...58 Using antivirus software ...58 Using firewall software ...58 Installing critical security updates ...58 Using HP...
... a BIOS administrator password 54 Managing a DriveLock password 55 Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock 55 Entering an Automatic DriveLock password 55 Removing Automatic DriveLock protection 56 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only 57 Using Internet security software ...58 Using antivirus software ...58 Using firewall software ...58 Installing critical security updates ...58 Using HP...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... Setup 65 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 66 Updating the BIOS ...67 Downloading SoftPaqs to update the BIOS 67 Creating a bootable USB flash drive using a SoftPaq 67 BIOS management using system diagnostics 67 Using f10 setup to update the BIOS 68 Determining the BIOS version 68 Downloading a BIOS update 69 BIOS Setup Menu ...69 Main menu ...70 Security menu 70...
... Setup 65 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 66 Updating the BIOS ...67 Downloading SoftPaqs to update the BIOS 67 Creating a bootable USB flash drive using a SoftPaq 67 BIOS management using system diagnostics 67 Using f10 setup to update the BIOS 68 Determining the BIOS version 68 Downloading a BIOS update 69 BIOS Setup Menu ...69 Main menu ...70 Security menu 70...
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... security password, which is an HP ProtectTools Security Manager password, can be enabled in Computer Setup, is encrypted, and if you forget the BIOS administrator password set by the system BIOS. ● The embedded security ...password, which can also use the same password for a Computer Setup feature and for a Windows security feature. Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP...
... security password, which is an HP ProtectTools Security Manager password, can be enabled in Computer Setup, is encrypted, and if you forget the BIOS administrator password set by the system BIOS. ● The embedded security ...password, which can also use the same password for a Computer Setup feature and for a Windows security feature. Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...Menu" message is installed on -screen instructions. 4. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on the HP website are packaged in the ROM.cab file and rename it to update the BIOS. NOTE: Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt..., which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Click BIOS Management from the HP website. 2. Click Update, and follow the steps below: 1. Creating a bootable USB flash drive using system diagnostics 1. BIOS management using a SoftPaq 1. Locate the .bin file in the ROMpaq...
...Menu" message is installed on -screen instructions. 4. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on the HP website are packaged in the ROM.cab file and rename it to update the BIOS. NOTE: Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt..., which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Click BIOS Management from the HP website. 2. Click Update, and follow the steps below: 1. Creating a bootable USB flash drive using system diagnostics 1. BIOS management using a SoftPaq 1. Locate the .bin file in the ROMpaq...
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... in the ROM.cab file and rename it to enter Computer Setup. 8. Click Update System BIOS, and then click Accept to select File > System Information. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to update the BIOS. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. Click Run, and then click Cancel at the bottom of the screen...
... in the ROM.cab file and rename it to enter Computer Setup. 8. Click Update System BIOS, and then click Accept to select File > System Information. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to update the BIOS. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. Click Run, and then click Cancel at the bottom of the screen...
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...computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Make a note of the path to the location on your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on battery power, docked in this information to identify your hard drive where the... the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you want to download. 3. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Select Start > Help and ...
...computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Make a note of the path to the location on your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on battery power, docked in this information to identify your hard drive where the... the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you want to download. 3. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Select Start > Help and ...
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...low battery levels 25 replacing 27 storing 26 Battery Check 25 battery information, finding 24 battery power 24 battery temperature 26 BIOS determining version 68 downloading an update 69 updating 67 Bluetooth device 2, 9 boot devices, enabling 73 buttons media 14 power 20 volume 15 C cables 1394 37 ...eSATA 38 USB 36 caring for your computer 60 changing boot order 74 checking audio functions 15 cleaning your computer 60 Computer Setup BIOS administrator ...
...low battery levels 25 replacing 27 storing 26 Battery Check 25 battery information, finding 24 battery power 24 battery temperature 26 BIOS determining version 68 downloading an update 69 updating 67 Bluetooth device 2, 9 boot devices, enabling 73 buttons media 14 power 20 volume 15 C cables 1394 37 ...eSATA 38 USB 36 caring for your computer 60 changing boot order 74 checking audio functions 15 cleaning your computer 60 Computer Setup BIOS administrator ...
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...21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 hotkeys, media 14 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 24 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 59 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 hubs 35 I icons network 2...optical disc inserting 45 removing 46 optical drive 40 optional external devices, using 39 P passwords administrator 52 BIOS administrator 53 DriveLock 55 user 52 ports expansion 40 external monitor 16 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 ... 34 inserting 35 removing 35 software antivirus 58 critical updates 58 Disk Cleanup 43 Index 81
...21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 hotkeys, media 14 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 24 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 59 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 hubs 35 I icons network 2...optical disc inserting 45 removing 46 optical drive 40 optional external devices, using 39 P passwords administrator 52 BIOS administrator 53 DriveLock 55 user 52 ports expansion 40 external monitor 16 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 ... 34 inserting 35 removing 35 software antivirus 58 critical updates 58 Disk Cleanup 43 Index 81
Getting Started HP Notebook
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....hp.com/ergo. 2 Chapter 1 Welcome or - Finding information The computer comes with several resources to create a wired and/or wireless network Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ...drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backup and recovery ● How to contact customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● How to maximize battery life Select Start > Help ...
....hp.com/ergo. 2 Chapter 1 Welcome or - Finding information The computer comes with several resources to create a wired and/or wireless network Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ...drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backup and recovery ● How to contact customer support ● Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide: ● How to maximize battery life Select Start > Help ...
HP Notebook User Guide - Linux
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...Using passwords ...68 Setting passwords in the operating system 68 Setting passwords in Computer Setup 68 Managing a BIOS administrator password 69 Entering a BIOS administrator password 69 Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password 70 Managing a DriveLock password 70 Entering a DriveLock password...Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics 77 Starting Computer Setup ...77 Using Computer Setup ...77 Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup 77 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 78 Updating the BIOS ...79 Determining the BIOS version 79 Downloading a BIOS update 79 Using...
...Using passwords ...68 Setting passwords in the operating system 68 Setting passwords in Computer Setup 68 Managing a BIOS administrator password 69 Entering a BIOS administrator password 69 Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password 70 Managing a DriveLock password 70 Entering a DriveLock password...Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics 77 Starting Computer Setup ...77 Using Computer Setup ...77 Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup 77 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 78 Updating the BIOS ...79 Determining the BIOS version 79 Downloading a BIOS update 79 Using...
HP Notebook User Guide - Linux
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... various tasks. Finding information The computer comes with your computer. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to the Internet ● ...HP Documents icon located on the desktop. - or - Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● Setting up the computer ● Identifying computer components Linux Help ● Computer software To access the Linux Help, select Computer > Help. ● Computer settings ● Connecting to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates...
... various tasks. Finding information The computer comes with your computer. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to the Internet ● ...HP Documents icon located on the desktop. - or - Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● Setting up the computer ● Identifying computer components Linux Help ● Computer software To access the Linux Help, select Computer > Help. ● Computer settings ● Connecting to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates...
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... to data Boot options feature in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of risks. Most of these additional...startup from being mishandled or stolen. Protecting the computer 67 When using passwords Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized access to use the keys on or restarted. 10 Security Protecting the computer NOTE...
... to data Boot options feature in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of risks. Most of these additional...startup from being mishandled or stolen. Protecting the computer 67 When using passwords Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized access to use the keys on or restarted. 10 Security Protecting the computer NOTE...
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... to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to select File > System Information. 3. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Use the tab key and the arrow keys...
... to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to select File > System Information. 3. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. Use the tab key and the arrow keys...
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... replacing 43 storing 46 temperature 46 battery bay 19 battery light 13, 16 battery release latch 19 BIOS determining version 79 downloading an update 79 updating 79 BIOS administrator password creating 69 entering 69 managing 69 Bluetooth device 27 Bluetooth label 91 boot devices, enabling... handling 49 hard 63 optical 63 E electrostatic discharge 96 embedded numeric keypad keys, identifying 10 embedded numeric keypad, identifying 30 entering a BIOS administrator password 69 external devices 63 external drive 63 external monitor port 15, 16, 37 F fingerprint reader 74 identifying 8, 9 firewall ...
... replacing 43 storing 46 temperature 46 battery bay 19 battery light 13, 16 battery release latch 19 BIOS determining version 79 downloading an update 79 updating 79 BIOS administrator password creating 69 entering 69 managing 69 Bluetooth device 27 Bluetooth label 91 boot devices, enabling... handling 49 hard 63 optical 63 E electrostatic discharge 96 embedded numeric keypad keys, identifying 10 embedded numeric keypad, identifying 30 entering a BIOS administrator password 69 external devices 63 external drive 63 external monitor port 15, 16, 37 F fingerprint reader 74 identifying 8, 9 firewall ...
HP ProBook 4540s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4440s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4441s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 105 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 106 Updating the BIOS ...107 Downloading SoftPaqs to update the BIOS 107 BIOS management using system diagnostics 107 Using f10 setup to update the BIOS 107 Determining the BIOS version 108 Downloading a BIOS update 109 BIOS Setup Menu ...109 Main menu ...110 Security...DVD±R/RW DL Drive 117 Specification information in Device Manager 118 7 Backup and recovery ...119 Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator 120 Creating recovery media 120 Backing up your information ...121 Performing a system recovery ...122 Using the ...
... 105 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup 106 Updating the BIOS ...107 Downloading SoftPaqs to update the BIOS 107 BIOS management using system diagnostics 107 Using f10 setup to update the BIOS 107 Determining the BIOS version 108 Downloading a BIOS update 109 BIOS Setup Menu ...109 Main menu ...110 Security...DVD±R/RW DL Drive 117 Specification information in Device Manager 118 7 Backup and recovery ...119 Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator 120 Creating recovery media 120 Backing up your information ...121 Performing a system recovery ...122 Using the ...
HP ProBook 4540s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4440s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4441s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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..., or the USB flash drive. 6. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on your SoftPaq number. 4. Copy the renamed file to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in either the HP_Tools partition of updating the BIOS. Restart the computer, and then press esc while the...contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Verify that corresponds to update the BIOS 1. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. 2. Locate the .bin file in either the HP_Tools partition of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive...
..., or the USB flash drive. 6. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on your SoftPaq number. 4. Copy the renamed file to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in either the HP_Tools partition of updating the BIOS. Restart the computer, and then press esc while the...contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Verify that corresponds to update the BIOS 1. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. 2. Locate the .bin file in either the HP_Tools partition of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive...
HP ProBook 4540s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4440s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4441s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to know the version of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 6. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on -screen instructions. - 5. Start Computer Setup. 2. To exit Computer Setup without saving your changes, click the...
... Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to know the version of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 6. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on -screen instructions. - 5. Start Computer Setup. 2. To exit Computer Setup without saving your changes, click the...
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...downloaded. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. b. If no instructions are displayed on your hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by unplugging the power cord from your computer ...to your computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen after it has been downloaded to a network, consult the network ...
...downloaded. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. b. If no instructions are displayed on your hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by unplugging the power cord from your computer ...to your computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen after it has been downloaded to a network, consult the network ...