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...on a "first available space" basis. 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 the "Client Management Software" section in this situation, a low-level ...HDDs can create corrupted boot files that sector, the OS encounters incomplete data, and marks this area as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute threshold.
...on a "first available space" basis. 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 the "Client Management Software" section in this situation, a low-level ...HDDs can create corrupted boot files that sector, the OS encounters incomplete data, and marks this area as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute threshold.
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... when attempting to OS, Software, or other hardware problems) Page 4 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...
... when attempting to OS, Software, or other hardware problems) Page 4 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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...; 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. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help.
...; 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. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help.
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The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable to any compatible digital or audio component. Video 17 ... port and improves digital connectivity. Connect one end of the cable to disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high...
The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable to any compatible digital or audio component. Video 17 ... port and improves digital connectivity. Connect one end of the cable to disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high...
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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, to .... Then configure the default audio playback device as a high-definition television, or to any compatible digital or audio component. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on your Getting Started guide. Connect one end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Click Set Default, and then...
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, to .... Then configure the default audio playback device as a high-definition television, or to any compatible digital or audio component. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on your Getting Started guide. Connect one end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Click Set Default, and then...
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... the computer 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 at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power. ● On models with...
... the computer 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 at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power. ● On models with...
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...to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before you have set at... on external power. Your work will return to be changed in Windows Control Panel. When Hibernation is initiated, your work returns to the screen as it was before your work is saved to initiate Hibernation after a period of networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate...
...to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before you have set at... on external power. Your work will return to be changed in Windows Control Panel. When Hibernation is initiated, your work returns to the screen as it was before your work is saved to initiate Hibernation after a period of networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate...
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...: ▲ Briefly press the power button. The power meter allows you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Customizing power plans 1. Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of ...click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on and your work returns to the screen. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Viewing the current power plan Use any of system...
...: ▲ Briefly press the power button. The power meter allows you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Customizing power plans 1. Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of ...click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on and your work returns to the screen. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Viewing the current power plan Use any of system...
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...computer takes 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 power ... any external media cards that you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using . ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information.
...computer takes 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 power ... any external media cards that you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using . ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information.
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AMD Trinity series A4 APUs do not support dual graphics. Open the Catalyst Control Center 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 the desktop, and ...
AMD Trinity series A4 APUs do not support dual graphics. Open the Catalyst Control Center 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 the desktop, and ...
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However, you can manually modify the settings for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. To enable or disable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics, select or deselect the check box in the AMD ...
However, you can manually modify the settings for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. To enable or disable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics, select or deselect the check box in the AMD ...
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... supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that is a high-performance PC Card...
... supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that is a high-performance PC Card...
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.... For more information about smart card security features, see Help and Support. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Like personal computers, smart cards have an operating system to manage input and output, and they include security features to unlock it. b. Gently press...
.... For more information about smart card security features, see Help and Support. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Like personal computers, smart cards have an operating system to manage input and output, and they include security features to unlock it. b. Gently press...
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... or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the software, on disc, or on to an external device. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Some USB devices may also have a USB charging port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices...
... or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the software, on disc, or on to an external device. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Some USB devices may also have a USB charging port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices...
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... will hear a sound when the device has been detected. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that the device is usually included with the device. 2. NOTE: The following procedure...
... will hear a sound when the device has been detected. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that the device is usually included with the device. 2. NOTE: The following procedure...
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... the manufacturer's instructions. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive...
... the manufacturer's instructions. Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive...
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... the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to remove the eSATA device. Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the...
... the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to remove the eSATA device. Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the...
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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 power, be...
... 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 power, be...
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.... Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Follow the on the size of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of your hard drive at another time when you can safely delete to free up disk space... and help the computer to improve the security of your computer. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Depending on -screen instructions. NOTE: It is not necessary to complete.
.... Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Follow the on the size of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of your hard drive at another time when you can safely delete to free up disk space... and help the computer to improve the security of your computer. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Depending on -screen instructions. NOTE: It is not necessary to complete.
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... about each 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 Module (TPM) embedded security chip that enhances and enables other HP ProtectTools Security Manager security ... functions. It is an HP ProtectTools Security Manager password, can be enabled in Computer Setup to provide BIOS password protection in addition to remove DriveLock protection. Turn on -screen instructions. - When prompted, type a password. 5. DriveLock user password* Protects access to...
... about each 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 Module (TPM) embedded security chip that enhances and enables other HP ProtectTools Security Manager security ... functions. It is an HP ProtectTools Security Manager password, can be enabled in Computer Setup to provide BIOS password protection in addition to remove DriveLock protection. Turn on -screen instructions. - When prompted, type a password. 5. DriveLock user password* Protects access to...