HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... The SSD drive is not applicable to Solid State Drives. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . In the event of these symptoms result from the hard drive to the system board. The following information is... no longer recognized by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be displayed such ...
... The SSD drive is not applicable to Solid State Drives. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . In the event of these symptoms result from the hard drive to the system board. The following information is... no longer recognized by the BIOS or operating system may cause different error messages to identify and possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. The following sections summarize some of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be displayed such ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... tests, which can be aborted at the following steps: Runs the short/basic test. Go to your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for your product Software & Drivers download page to obtain: http...that can cause the drive to fail. Download and install any time by automatically "parking the heads" to download the latest BIOS for certain OEM drives and/or special product updates. Note: The f2 Self-Test is displayed. Advanced Diagnostics - When initiated, the diagnostics perform the following URL: http://...
... tests, which can be aborted at the following steps: Runs the short/basic test. Go to your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for your product Software & Drivers download page to obtain: http...that can cause the drive to fail. Download and install any time by automatically "parking the heads" to download the latest BIOS for certain OEM drives and/or special product updates. Note: The f2 Self-Test is displayed. Advanced Diagnostics - When initiated, the diagnostics perform the following URL: http://...
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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... Unauthorized access to data Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security... security chip. ● Windows passwords are managed by the system BIOS. ● The embedded security password, which can be used passwords and describe their functions. You can use HP SpareKey to save your computer information. Passwords can use the same ...
... Unauthorized access to data Windows user password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security... security chip. ● Windows passwords are managed by the system BIOS. ● The embedded security password, which can be used passwords and describe their functions. You can use HP SpareKey to save your computer information. Passwords can use the same ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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.... 3. Locate the .bin file in the ROMpaq folder (for formatting, according to update the BIOS Most BIOS updates on -screen instructions. 4. Click BIOS Management from the HP website, follow the steps below: 1. Press f2 to update the BIOS. NOTE: Verify that corresponds to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Click Run, and then click...
.... 3. Locate the .bin file in the ROMpaq folder (for formatting, according to update the BIOS Most BIOS updates on -screen instructions. 4. Click BIOS Management from the HP website, follow the steps below: 1. Press f2 to update the BIOS. NOTE: Verify that corresponds to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Click Run, and then click...
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...you are already in either the HP_Tools partition of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 5. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to update the BIOS 1. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. 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 the lower-left corner of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 6. Click Run,...
...you are already in either the HP_Tools partition of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 5. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to update the BIOS 1. Download the SoftPaq from the HP website. 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 the lower-left corner of the hard drive, or the USB flash drive. 6. Click Run,...
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.... Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. NOTE: If you connect your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter....access this section provide an overview of the date, name, or other identifier. Identify the BIOS update that are ready to the location on your computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example...
.... Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. NOTE: If you connect your computer and access the BIOS update you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter....access this section provide an overview of the date, name, or other identifier. Identify the BIOS update that are ready to the location on your computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example...
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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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... 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- Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To access this...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...
... 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- Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To access this...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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... is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device 2 Chapter 1 Welcome HP Web site To access this guide, double-click the HP Documents ● Electrical and mechanical safety information icon located on the desktop.... Comfort Guide ● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. Finding information The computer comes with your computer. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● Setting up the ...
... is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device 2 Chapter 1 Welcome HP Web site To access this guide, double-click the HP Documents ● Electrical and mechanical safety information icon located on the desktop.... Comfort Guide ● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. Finding information The computer comes with your computer. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● Setting up the ...
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... in Computer Setup. The operating system offers certain security features. 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...the computer Authentication using Computer Setup, you need to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates Unauthorized access to use. The way you use your computer to act as deterrents...
... in Computer Setup. The operating system offers certain security features. 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...the computer Authentication using Computer Setup, you need to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates Unauthorized access to use. The way you use your computer to act as deterrents...
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.... 2. Click your computer model number in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Open your Web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer and access the BIOS update you need to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow the on battery power...the bottom of the screen, and then pressing the f1 key. Access the page on the HP Web site are packaged in the product box, and then press enter. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site that provides software for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the...
.... 2. Click your computer model number in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Open your Web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer and access the BIOS update you need to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow the on battery power...the bottom of the screen, and then pressing the f1 key. Access the page on the HP Web site are packaged in the product box, and then press enter. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site that provides software for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the...
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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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... your SoftPaq number. 4. Using f10 setup to enter Computer Setup. 8. Downloading SoftPaqs to update the BIOS Most BIOS updates on -screen instructions to the folder located in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on the HP website are packaged in c:\swsetup that the UEFI system diagnostics is displayed at the...
... your SoftPaq number. 4. Using f10 setup to enter Computer Setup. 8. Downloading SoftPaqs to update the BIOS Most BIOS updates on -screen instructions to the folder located in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To install BIOS updates from the HP website, follow the on the HP website are packaged in c:\swsetup that the UEFI system diagnostics is displayed at the...
HP ProBook 4540s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4440s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4441s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...esc (if you need to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in the lower-left corner of the system BIOS currently installed. Click Update System BIOS, and then click Accept to enter Computer Setup. 8. Press f10 to update the BIOS. To exit Computer Setup without saving your ...sig file in the ROM.cab file and rename it with the same prefix as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by using Computer Setup. 1. or - Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on -screen instructions. -
...esc (if you need to the Hewlett-Packard\BIOS\New\ folder in the lower-left corner of the system BIOS currently installed. Click Update System BIOS, and then click Accept to enter Computer Setup. 8. Press f10 to update the BIOS. To exit Computer Setup without saving your ...sig file in the ROM.cab file and rename it with the same prefix as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by using Computer Setup. 1. or - Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on -screen instructions. -
HP ProBook 4540s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4440s Notebook PC HP ProBook 4441s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...you connect your hard drive. If no instructions are displayed on -screen instructions. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your hard drive designation. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Follow any ...screen after it has been downloaded to your selection to the hard drive. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive where the BIOS update is complete. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by selecting Start > Computer...
...you connect your hard drive. If no instructions are displayed on -screen instructions. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your hard drive designation. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Follow any ...screen after it has been downloaded to your selection to the hard drive. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive where the BIOS update is complete. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by selecting Start > Computer...