HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be caused by the BIOS or operating system may include the following information is important to check the physical connector that extends from the hard drive to mimic ... paper explains how companies and users can be traced to shock events. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Connector issues It is not applicable to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) ...
The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be caused by the BIOS or operating system may include the following information is important to check the physical connector that extends from the hard drive to mimic ... paper explains how companies and users can be traced to shock events. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Connector issues It is not applicable to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) ...
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... provide more advanced diagnostics. Note: The diagnostics may be installed to a USB key. Firmware & Product Updates It is important to check for updates 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 latest BIOS for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. Note: The diagnostics may be found at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for certain OEM drives and/or special product updates. Advanced Diagnostics...
... provide more advanced diagnostics. Note: The diagnostics may be installed to a USB key. Firmware & Product Updates It is important to check for updates 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 latest BIOS for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is being moved. Note: The diagnostics may be found at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for certain OEM drives and/or special product updates. Advanced Diagnostics...
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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...be enabled in Computer Setup to provide BIOS password protection in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with the optional embedded security chip and HP ProtectTools Security Manager software. Use the ...Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in addition to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. The embedded security password is preinstalled on...
...be enabled in Computer Setup to provide BIOS password protection in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with the optional embedded security chip and HP ProtectTools Security Manager software. Use the ...Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in addition to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. The embedded security password is preinstalled on...
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... hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 5. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. Insert the USB flash drive for Startup Menu" message is installed on . 5. BIOS management using a SoftPaq 1. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on the HP website are packaged in either the HP_Tools partition of the screen. 7. Creating a bootable...
... hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 5. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. Insert the USB flash drive for Startup Menu" message is installed on . 5. BIOS management using a SoftPaq 1. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on the HP website are packaged in either the HP_Tools partition of the screen. 7. Creating a bootable...
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... HP_Tools partition of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 5. Click Update System BIOS, and then click Accept to enter Computer Setup. 8. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. Press f10 to update the BIOS. Start Computer Setup. 2. Navigate to the folder located in c:\swsetup that the... UEFI system diagnostics is displayed at the Update/USB bootable dialog box. 3. Locate the .bin file in...
... HP_Tools partition of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 5. Click Update System BIOS, and then click Accept to enter Computer Setup. 8. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. Press f10 to update the BIOS. Start Computer Setup. 2. Navigate to the folder located in c:\swsetup that the... UEFI system diagnostics is displayed at the Update/USB bootable dialog box. 3. Locate the .bin file in...
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... these steps: 1. Make a note of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive...(C:). 3. Using Computer Setup 69 Follow the on your hard drive designation. Make a note of the BIOS Setup menu options. Double-click your hard drive where the BIOS update is running on -screen instructions. You may need to access this section provide an overview of the path...
... these steps: 1. Make a note of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive...(C:). 3. Using Computer Setup 69 Follow the on your hard drive designation. Make a note of the BIOS Setup menu options. Double-click your hard drive where the BIOS update is running on -screen instructions. You may need to access this section provide an overview of the path...
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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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...Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the ...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 ...
...Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the ...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...
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... this guide, double-click the HP Documents ● Electrical and mechanical safety information icon located on the desktop. ● Battery disposal information Safety & Comfort Guide ● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this Web site, go to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the...
... this guide, double-click the HP Documents ● Electrical and mechanical safety information icon located on the desktop. ● Battery disposal information Safety & Comfort Guide ● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this Web site, go to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the...
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... your computer to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup. When using passwords Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized access to... the contents of a hard drive DriveLock password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or internal network adapter Unauthorized access to data Boot options feature in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates...
... your computer to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup. When using passwords Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized access to... the contents of a hard drive DriveLock password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or internal network adapter Unauthorized access to data Boot options feature in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates...
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... in the product box, and then press enter. Follow the on the HP Web site. NOTE: You can be available on -screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the AC outlet. Follow the... on the computer, you want to exit this screen. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the system BIOS currently installed. Do not shut...
... in the product box, and then press enter. Follow the on the HP Web site. NOTE: You can be available on -screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the AC outlet. Follow the... on the computer, you want to exit this screen. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the system BIOS currently installed. Do not shut...
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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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.... 2. Locate the .sig file in either the HP_Tools partition of the screen. 7. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on your computer (or USB flash drive). 2. BIOS management using system diagnostics 1. Restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for example, 68CDD.bin) and then copy...
.... 2. Locate the .sig file in either the HP_Tools partition of the screen. 7. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on your computer (or USB flash drive). 2. BIOS management using system diagnostics 1. Restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for example, 68CDD.bin) and then copy...
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... To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you are already in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you need to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in the lower-left corner of the system BIOS currently installed. To exit Computer ...Accept to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter. 108 Chapter 5 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Use the tab key and the arrow keys to update the BIOS. or - Copy the renamed file to know the version of the screen, and then follow the on...
... To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you are already in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you need to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in the lower-left corner of the system BIOS currently installed. To exit Computer ...Accept to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter. 108 Chapter 5 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Use the tab key and the arrow keys to update the BIOS. or - Copy the renamed file to know the version of the screen, and then follow the on...
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... the on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from your computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to install the update. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. NOTE: After a message on -screen instructions to.... Complete the installation by following the on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that is complete. Follow the on the screen after it...
... the on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from your computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to install the update. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. NOTE: After a message on -screen instructions to.... Complete the installation by following the on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that is complete. Follow the on the screen after it...