HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... white paper explains how companies and users can reduce the risk of these symptoms result from the hard drive to shock events beyond their specifications, they can fail. The following : The SSD drive is no longer recognized by software issues. Note: The following sections ... resulting in symptoms such as "Non-system disk" or "No boot device". These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . A hard drive that is important to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive failure." ...
... white paper explains how companies and users can reduce the risk of these symptoms result from the hard drive to shock events beyond their specifications, they can fail. The following : The SSD drive is no longer recognized by software issues. Note: The following sections ... resulting in symptoms such as "Non-system disk" or "No boot device". These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . A hard drive that is important to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive failure." ...
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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...
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NOTE: Some of your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. For U.S. To access this guide on your new computer 1 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer The following ... system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for the location ...
NOTE: Some of your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. For U.S. To access this guide on your new computer 1 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer The following ... system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for the location ...
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... the other computers may connect to set up one of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth is also required. Connecting to a wired network Using a ...more information, see the Bluetooth software Help. For information on one computer with the modem. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs....
... the other computers may connect to set up one of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth is also required. Connecting to a wired network Using a ...more information, see the Bluetooth software Help. For information on one computer with the modem. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs....
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... does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. Connecting a country- To connect the modem to...
... does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. Connecting a country- To connect the modem to...
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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...
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... Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer has. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel...
... Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer has. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel...
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...; 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 the external monitor port. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see your computer's video ports. For information on using the webcam... 3 Multimedia Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. For information on how to access the webcam, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help.
...; 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 the external monitor port. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see your computer's video ports. For information on using the webcam... 3 Multimedia Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the Getting Started guide. For information on how to access the webcam, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help.
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... compatible digital or audio component. To connect a video or audio device to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed...
... compatible digital or audio component. To connect a video or audio device to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed...
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..., such as follows: 1. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices...
..., such as follows: 1. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices...
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... system configurations ● Predefined power profiles ● Usage details and graphs showing power consumption trends over time To start HP Power Assistant when Windows is running programs, display brightness, external devices connected to save battery life. or - Select computer...runs on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. Press fn+f6 (select models only) or fn+f8 (select models only). Computer battery life varies, depending on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information:...
... system configurations ● Predefined power profiles ● Usage details and graphs showing power consumption trends over time To start HP Power Assistant when Windows is running programs, display brightness, external devices connected to save battery life. or - Select computer...runs on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. Press fn+f6 (select models only) or fn+f8 (select models only). Computer battery life varies, depending on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information:...
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... card out of the taskbar. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are designed to conform to the standard specifications of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Then follow...
... card out of the taskbar. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are designed to conform to the standard specifications of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Then follow...
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...-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is seated. 2. Inserting a smart card 1. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.
...-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is seated. 2. Inserting a smart card 1. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.
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... also supports IEEE 1394a devices. 36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices NOTE: The following procedure to remove the USB device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. Some 1394 devices may look slightly different than your information and close all programs associated with the...
... also supports IEEE 1394a devices. 36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices NOTE: The following procedure to remove the USB device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. Some 1394 devices may look slightly different than your information and close all programs associated with the...
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... been detected. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information or an unresponsive system, stop the 1394 device before removing it. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. 2.
... been detected. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information or an unresponsive system, stop the 1394 device before removing it. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. 2.
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... computer. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using a serial device (select models only) 39 A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive...computer models include a serial port that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is usually included with the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. To connect an external...
... computer. To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using a serial device (select models only) 39 A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive...computer models include a serial port that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is usually included with the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. To connect an external...
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... the computer to computer viruses, spyware, and other malicious attacks that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Any data that can be alerted if specific actions are available. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be a solution made up to upgrade your computer. For more information...
... the computer to computer viruses, spyware, and other malicious attacks that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Any data that can be alerted if specific actions are available. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be a solution made up to upgrade your computer. For more information...
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Security menu Select Administrator password Power-on the hard drive. Control access to your computer. ● View specification information about your computer. Select no operation and TPM status (select models only). System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests on the system ...
Security menu Select Administrator password Power-on the hard drive. Control access to your computer. ● View specification information about your computer. Select no operation and TPM status (select models only). System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests on the system ...
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...
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...useful in protecting user file and folder information. ● Supports third-party applications (such as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of tracking and tracing subscriptions to activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking....HP ProtectTools (select ● Allows IT managers to control access to devices based on your computer and periodically bleach the hard drive (write over data that has been previously deleted, but is reformatted or replaced. Module Key features File Sanitizer for specific...
...useful in protecting user file and folder information. ● Supports third-party applications (such as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of tracking and tracing subscriptions to activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking....HP ProtectTools (select ● Allows IT managers to control access to devices based on your computer and periodically bleach the hard drive (write over data that has been previously deleted, but is reformatted or replaced. Module Key features File Sanitizer for specific...