HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to shock events beyond their specifications, they can fail. A hard drive that extends from Drive Failures Introduction This white paper explains how companies and users can cause read/write...
... drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to shock events beyond their specifications, they can fail. A hard drive that extends from Drive Failures Introduction This white paper explains how companies and users can cause read/write...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... 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...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v 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...
... 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...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v 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...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... 1 Finding more information about HP notebook computers. 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, and battery disposal information. Finding more information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery...
... 1 Finding more information about HP notebook computers. 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, and battery disposal information. Finding more information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...and using the Bluetooth network. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. When two or more computers are not compatible with the modem. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer...(network) jack. Jacks for digital PBX systems may be connected to GPS-equipped systems. For more computers to the Internet using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models only) 9 WARNING!
...and using the Bluetooth network. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. When two or more computers are not compatible with the modem. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer...(network) jack. Jacks for digital PBX systems may be connected to GPS-equipped systems. For more computers to the Internet using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models only) 9 WARNING!
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... the telephone wall jack. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to display your location. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click the Location tab to an analog telephone line that...
... the telephone wall jack. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to display your location. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click the Location tab to an analog telephone line that...
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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...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: Volume can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. To check the recording functions on what type of personal...
... additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: Volume can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. To check the recording functions on what type of personal...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...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. The webcam software enables you to experiment with instant message software ● Taking still photos Administrators can set the ...guide. 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help.
...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. The webcam software enables you to experiment with instant message software ● Taking still photos Administrators can set the ...guide. 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. 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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... DisplayPort port on the computer. One DisplayPort device can be connected to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the DisplayPort device. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer...
... DisplayPort port on the computer. One DisplayPort device can be connected to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the DisplayPort device. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... the video device, and then see your computer. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 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...
... the video device, and then see your computer. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 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...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... charges the battery and also protects your computer's power consumption and battery charge. NOTE: When you make informed decisions on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked... depending on power management settings, running on page 29. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from HP. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to help you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to battery power ...
... charges the battery and also protects your computer's power consumption and battery charge. NOTE: When you make informed decisions on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked... depending on power management settings, running on page 29. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from HP. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to help you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to battery power ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that is a high-performance PC Card that are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system...
... install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that is a high-performance PC Card that are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... can be used with the device. Inserting a smart card 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. The computer has at least 1 USB port that provides power to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard...
... can be used with the device. Inserting a smart card 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. The computer has at least 1 USB port that provides power to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard...
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... all programs associated with the device. Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is usually included with the device. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, a message in...
... all programs associated with the device. Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is usually included with the device. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, a message in...
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.... ▲ To connect a 1394 device to the computer, connect the 1394 cable for the device to remove the 1394 device. 1. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an...
.... ▲ To connect a 1394 device to the computer, connect the 1394 cable for the device to remove the 1394 device. 1. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an...
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...devices may require additional support software, which computer port to the powered USB port on the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer,...grounded AC outlet. 3. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the ...
...devices may require additional support software, which computer port to the powered USB port on the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer,...grounded AC outlet. 3. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the ...
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... a firewall installed. As new threats are posed, your computer. A firewall can be a software program you install on your antivirus software will only be alerted if specific actions are two types of firewalls to consider: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that does not meet those criteria is installed on a system, all data...
... a firewall installed. As new threats are posed, your computer. A firewall can be a software program you install on your antivirus software will only be alerted if specific actions are two types of firewalls to consider: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that does not meet those criteria is installed on a system, all data...
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... TPM Status TPM Operation 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. Main menu Select System information To do this Control access to determine if the computer hardware...
... TPM Status TPM Operation 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. Main menu Select System information To do this Control access to determine if the computer hardware...
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...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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... activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking. ● Monitors user activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. HP ProtectTools features 3 Computrace for specific individuals or groups of tracking and tracing subscriptions to user data and credentials stored on user models only) profiles. ● Prevents unauthorized users...
... activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking. ● Monitors user activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. HP ProtectTools features 3 Computrace for specific individuals or groups of tracking and tracing subscriptions to user data and credentials stored on user models only) profiles. ● Prevents unauthorized users...