HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures ... State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures ... State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing...
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..., S.M.A.R.T. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. Download and install any newer HDD firmware updates or other HDD related product drivers for SSD drives, but it does not harm ...USB key. Additional information can be installed to check for updates for your product. attribute checking automatically runs. If a fault is being moved. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and protects...
..., S.M.A.R.T. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. Download and install any newer HDD firmware updates or other HDD related product drivers for SSD drives, but it does not harm ...USB key. Additional information can be installed to check for updates for your product. attribute checking automatically runs. If a fault is being moved. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and protects...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with SATA in AHCI or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Procedures for disk traffic, and provides link power management with Intel... and reliability, as well as support for notebook PC models that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. Updates to address known issues.
... and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with SATA in AHCI or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Procedures for disk traffic, and provides link power management with Intel... and reliability, as well as support for notebook PC models that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. Updates to address known issues.
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...Internet security software ...58 Using antivirus software ...58 Using firewall software ...58 Installing critical security updates ...58 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 59 Installing an optional security cable ...59 8 Maintenance ......60 Cleaning your computer ...60 Cleaning products ...60 Cleaning procedures ...60 Cleaning the display 60 Cleaning the sides and cover 61 Updating programs and drivers ...62 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...63 Using HP...
...Internet security software ...58 Using antivirus software ...58 Using firewall software ...58 Installing critical security updates ...58 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 59 Installing an optional security cable ...59 8 Maintenance ......60 Cleaning your computer ...60 Cleaning products ...60 Cleaning procedures ...60 Cleaning the display 60 Cleaning the sides and cover 61 Updating programs and drivers ...62 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...63 Using HP...
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support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. 62 Chapter 8 Maintenance For worldwide support, go /contactHP. For U.S. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions.
support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. 62 Chapter 8 Maintenance For worldwide support, go /contactHP. For U.S. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions.
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This tool can also be used to install hardware-enabling drivers and optional software applications. HP Software Setup utility allows you to download any application updates using SoftPaq Download Manager. To access HP Software Setup utility, select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Software Setup. 64 Chapter 8 Maintenance Using HP Software Setup utility HP Software Setup utility is a tool that provides quick access to applications that are not already installed on the computer.
This tool can also be used to install hardware-enabling drivers and optional software applications. HP Software Setup utility allows you to download any application updates using SoftPaq Download Manager. To access HP Software Setup utility, select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Software Setup. 64 Chapter 8 Maintenance Using HP Software Setup utility HP Software Setup utility is a tool that provides quick access to applications that are not already installed on the computer.
Getting Started HP Notebook
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... upgrading the hard drive 38 Removing the hard drive ...38 Installing a hard drive ...40 Adding or replacing memory modules 42 Updating programs and drivers ...45 Cleaning your computer ...45 Cleaning products ...45 Cleaning procedures ...45 Cleaning the display 45 Cleaning the sides and cover... 46 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 46 6 Backup and recovery ...47 Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator 48 Creating recovery ...
... upgrading the hard drive 38 Removing the hard drive ...38 Installing a hard drive ...40 Adding or replacing memory modules 42 Updating programs and drivers ...45 Cleaning your computer ...45 Cleaning products ...45 Cleaning procedures ...45 Cleaning the display 45 Cleaning the sides and cover... 46 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 46 6 Backup and recovery ...47 Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator 48 Creating recovery ...
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...network 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 ...
...network 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 ...
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...the following products to safely clean your notebook or tablet PC. Allow the display to download the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to dry before closing the computer cover. Fibrous materials, such as alcohol, acetone, ammonium chloride, methylene chloride, and ... or tablet PC surface. To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with an alcohol-free glass cleaner...
...the following products to safely clean your notebook or tablet PC. Allow the display to download the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to dry before closing the computer cover. Fibrous materials, such as alcohol, acetone, ammonium chloride, methylene chloride, and ... or tablet PC surface. To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with an alcohol-free glass cleaner...
HP Notebook User Guide - Linux
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Refer to Getting to download updates from HP. 1 The list of the software preinstalled on the computer. You can also go to http://www.hp.com/support to know your computer-Learn about using the software included with the latest versions. For more information, ... list of preinstalled software is registered, it will automatically be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's Web site. ● Update programs and drivers-Update your computer features. 1 Welcome After you set up and register the computer, take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet...
Refer to Getting to download updates from HP. 1 The list of the software preinstalled on the computer. You can also go to http://www.hp.com/support to know your computer-Learn about using the software included with the latest versions. For more information, ... list of preinstalled software is registered, it will automatically be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's Web site. ● Update programs and drivers-Update your computer features. 1 Welcome After you set up and register the computer, take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet...
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or - Go to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● Setting up the computer ● .../ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help you perform various tasks. HP Web site To access 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 ...
or - Go to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● Setting up the computer ● .../ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help you perform various tasks. HP Web site To access 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 ...
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...computer using an installed or an external DVD±RW optical drive. The recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that you should continue to back up all personal files. 2. Personal files must first create the recovery disc. Follow...state. All files you to repair or restore the computer to its factory condition from the HP dedicated recovery partition on the computer are permanently removed. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be restored from the partition, follow these steps: 1. Select Computer > More Applications...
...computer using an installed or an external DVD±RW optical drive. The recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and HP programs and drivers that you should continue to back up all personal files. 2. Personal files must first create the recovery disc. Follow...state. All files you to repair or restore the computer to its factory condition from the HP dedicated recovery partition on the computer are permanently removed. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be restored from the partition, follow these steps: 1. Select Computer > More Applications...
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... information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can also determine the BIOS version by turning on the HP Web site that provides software for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To exit Computer Setup without saving your computer.... Open your Web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer and access the BIOS update you want to ...
... information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can also determine the BIOS version by turning on the HP Web site that provides software for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To exit Computer Setup without saving your computer.... Open your Web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer and access the BIOS update you want to ...
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...are using the computer. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ● Be sure that the lights are installed and updated. Troubleshooting 87 Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. It is overheating, allow the computer to cool to room temperature. To disable ... are free from obstructions. ● Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord are properly connected and that the correct drivers are on. An external device is not working Follow these suggestions: ● To enable or disable a wireless or wired network device, right-...
...are using the computer. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ● Be sure that the lights are installed and updated. Troubleshooting 87 Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. It is overheating, allow the computer to cool to room temperature. To disable ... are free from obstructions. ● Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord are properly connected and that the correct drivers are on. An external device is not working Follow these suggestions: ● To enable or disable a wireless or wired network device, right-...
HP ProBook 4540s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4440s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4441s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... and expansion memory is installed in a stacked configuration in various system problems. To update BIOS: 1. Click Support & Drivers > click Drivers & Software. 3. Lift the top of the computer. CAUTION: Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to reassemble and install the hard drive. ... 4-GB (PC3-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3) Spare part number 652972-001 641369-001 Update BIOS before adding memory modules Before adding new memory, make sure you update the computer to www.hp.com. 2. Navigate to the latest BIOS. Select the operating system, and then click Next...
... and expansion memory is installed in a stacked configuration in various system problems. To update BIOS: 1. Click Support & Drivers > click Drivers & Software. 3. Lift the top of the computer. CAUTION: Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to reassemble and install the hard drive. ... 4-GB (PC3-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3) Spare part number 652972-001 641369-001 Update BIOS before adding memory modules Before adding new memory, make sure you update the computer to www.hp.com. 2. Navigate to the latest BIOS. Select the operating system, and then click Next...