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... issues It is not applicable to the system board. In the event of hard drive failures. Symptoms may cause different error messages to be displayed such as a clicking noise, the failure to ): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 Shock events...generation of hard drive issues 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 . Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of hard drives, manufacturers make improvements to ...
... issues It is not applicable to the system board. In the event of hard drive failures. Symptoms may cause different error messages to be displayed such as a clicking noise, the failure to ): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 Shock events...generation of hard drive issues 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 . Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of hard drives, manufacturers make improvements to ...
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... halts and a Failure ID or Code is abruptly impacted by pressing the Esc key. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is displayed. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and protects the hard drive (HDD) by pressing the Esc ...key. When initiated, the diagnostics perform the following URL: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is important to select the f2 ...
... halts and a Failure ID or Code is abruptly impacted by pressing the Esc key. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is displayed. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and protects the hard drive (HDD) by pressing the Esc ...key. When initiated, the diagnostics perform the following URL: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is important to select the f2 ...
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...15 Webcam (select models only) ...15 Video ...16 VGA ...16 DisplayPort ...17 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 4 Power management ...20 Shutting down the computer ...20 Setting power options ...21 Using power-saving states 21 ... 22 Customizing power plans 22 Setting password protection on wakeup 23 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 24 Using battery power ...24 Finding additional battery information 24 Using Battery Check ...25 Displaying the remaining battery charge 25 Maximizing battery discharge time 25 Managing low ...
...15 Webcam (select models only) ...15 Video ...16 VGA ...16 DisplayPort ...17 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 4 Power management ...20 Shutting down the computer ...20 Setting power options ...21 Using power-saving states 21 ... 22 Customizing power plans 22 Setting password protection on wakeup 23 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 24 Using battery power ...24 Finding additional battery information 24 Using Battery Check ...25 Displaying the remaining battery charge 25 Maximizing battery discharge time 25 Managing low ...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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... network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the connection. Using a WLAN 5 Connecting to enter a network security code. After the connection is displayed. NOTE: If no WLANs are prompted to an existing WLAN 1.
... network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the connection. Using a WLAN 5 Connecting to enter a network security code. After the connection is displayed. NOTE: If no WLANs are prompted to an existing WLAN 1.
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... CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. Close the display. 3. To reduce the risk of damage to the SIM slot on the computer. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, see the ...in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. If you are not sure whether the computer is firmly seated. Close the display. 3. Turn on by pressing the power button. Shut down the computer. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM...
... CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. Close the display. 3. To reduce the risk of damage to the SIM slot on the computer. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, see the ...in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. If you are not sure whether the computer is firmly seated. Close the display. 3. Turn on by pressing the power button. Shut down the computer. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM...
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... the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Click the Location tab to display your location. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the...
... the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Click the Location tab to display your location. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the...
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... the modem. As you travel to different countries or regions, set up , you are visiting, select the country or region in which the computer is displayed.) 7. Right-click the device that represents your computer, and click Modem settings. As you add new location settings, they are using , click Tone or Pulse...
... the modem. As you travel to different countries or regions, set up , you are visiting, select the country or region in which the computer is displayed.) 7. Right-click the device that represents your computer, and click Modem settings. As you add new location settings, they are using , click Tone or Pulse...
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...the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the ...computer. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to access the webcam, see your...
...the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the ...computer. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to access the webcam, see your...
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NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port...
NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port...
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..., first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on your Getting Started guide. Connect one end of the cable to the HDMI port on the computer. NOTE: To transmit video...
..., first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on your Getting Started guide. Connect one end of the cable to the HDMI port on the computer. NOTE: To transmit video...
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... protection, will not play on Intel Wireless Display. (However, DVDs that wireless is required. To experience wireless display, a wireless TV adapter (purchased separately) is enabled on Intel Wireless Display. Video 19 For details about using the wireless display. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display allows you to share your computer content wirelessly...
... protection, will not play on Intel Wireless Display. (However, DVDs that wireless is required. To experience wireless display, a wireless TV adapter (purchased separately) is enabled on Intel Wireless Display. Video 19 For details about using the wireless display. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display allows you to share your computer content wirelessly...
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... Windows shutdown command: NOTE: If the computer is possible. 1. The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Select Start > Shut down . Shutting down the computer with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management The term power button...
... Windows shutdown command: NOTE: If the computer is possible. 1. The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Select Start > Shut down . Shutting down the computer with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management The term power button...
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...loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to initiate Hibernation after a period of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer... settings and timeouts can be required on external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. NOTE: If you can initiate Sleep in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Initiating...
...loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to initiate Hibernation after a period of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer... settings and timeouts can be required on external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. NOTE: If you can initiate Sleep in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Initiating...
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... conserve power or maximize performance. Power plans can help you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options...Using the power meter The power meter is running on wakeup, you have set a password to the screen where you stopped working. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●...
... conserve power or maximize performance. Power plans can help you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options...Using the power meter The power meter is running on wakeup, you have set a password to the screen where you stopped working. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●...
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... information, see the Getting Started guide. The computer runs on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on power management settings, running programs, display brightness, external devices connected to battery power if the AC adapter is running :... ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - Using battery power WARNING! NOTE: When you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is not plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your computer's...
... information, see the Getting Started guide. The computer runs on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on power management settings, running programs, display brightness, external devices connected to battery power if the AC adapter is running :... ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - Using battery power WARNING! NOTE: When you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is not plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your computer's...
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... Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select the Power saver setting in the notification area, at the factory. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in Power Options. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage... the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is the sole power source for Battery Check to the computer.
... Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select the Power saver setting in the notification area, at the factory. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in Power Options. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage... the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is the sole power source for Battery Check to the computer.
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...Contact support for information on , the AC adapter is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions ... from the computer. 3. To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is not functioning and should be replaced. Shut down the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on. ...
...Contact support for information on , the AC adapter is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions ... from the computer. 3. To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is not functioning and should be replaced. Shut down the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on. ...
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... up, with other computers. Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only) 31 Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of options may be displayed. Insert the card into the Media Card Reader, and then press in on your computer, see the Getting Started guide. To determine the digital card...
... up, with other computers. Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only) 31 Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of options may be displayed. Insert the card into the Media Card Reader, and then press in on your computer, see the Getting Started guide. To determine the digital card...
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... when inserting an ExpressCard. Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is firmly seated. Press in use . The ExpressCard slot may be displayed. You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options may contain a protective insert. Using ExpressCards (select models only) 33 To...
... when inserting an ExpressCard. Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is firmly seated. Press in use . The ExpressCard slot may be displayed. You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options may contain a protective insert. Using ExpressCards (select models only) 33 To...
