HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. The latest device driver versions address multiple known issues that provides up to 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic, and provides link power management with...
... Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. The latest device driver versions address multiple known issues that provides up to 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic, and provides link power management with...
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Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Turn on the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the SIM slot on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Shut down the computer...
Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Turn on the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the SIM slot on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Shut down the computer...
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... Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. The webcam software enables you to access the webcam, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. 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...
... Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. The webcam software enables you to access the webcam, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. 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...
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... and exiting Sleep The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in Windows Control Panel. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set a password to be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. Setting power options 21 When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to a disc or an external media card. Setting power options Using power-saving states...
... and exiting Sleep The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in Windows Control Panel. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set a password to be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. Setting power options 21 When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to a disc or an external media card. Setting power options Using power-saving states...
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... equipment when connecting a powered device, be connected to learn which is turned off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. Some serial devices may require additional support software, which computer port to the serial port on the...
... equipment when connecting a powered device, be connected to learn which is turned off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. Some serial devices may require additional support software, which computer port to the serial port on the...
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... the on the hard drive become fragmented. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at another time when you do not need access to your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. See Help and Support for your computer. NOTE: It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. You may be prompted for more information. Connect the computer...
... the on the hard drive become fragmented. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at another time when you do not need access to your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. See Help and Support for your computer. NOTE: It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. You may be prompted for more information. Connect the computer...
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... if HP Security Manager software is installed. If the computer is equipped with a password, smart card, contactless card, registered face scenes, registered fingerprints, or other types of a hard drive DriveLock password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized startup from a variety of the computer: ● If a webcam is installed or connected to the computer, and if the Face Recognition program is installed. ● If a fingerprint reader is installed or connected to the service in...
... if HP Security Manager software is installed. If the computer is equipped with a password, smart card, contactless card, registered face scenes, registered fingerprints, or other types of a hard drive DriveLock password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized startup from a variety of the computer: ● If a webcam is installed or connected to the computer, and if the Face Recognition program is installed. ● If a fingerprint reader is installed or connected to the service in...
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... Windows user account 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 cable slot (used with the optional embedded security chip and HP ProtectTools Security Manager software. You can be enabled in Computer Setup, is used with an optional security cable) *Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that...
... Windows user account 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 cable slot (used with the optional embedded security chip and HP ProtectTools Security Manager software. You can be enabled in Computer Setup, is used with an optional security cable) *Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that...
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... a menu item, use the tab key and the keyboard arrow keys and then press enter, or use a pointing device to click the item. ● To scroll up and down, click the up arrow key or the down arrow in Computer Setup. 2. Turn on -screen instructions. Errors can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes...
... a menu item, use the tab key and the keyboard arrow keys and then press enter, or use a pointing device to click the item. ● To scroll up and down, click the up arrow key or the down arrow in Computer Setup. 2. Turn on -screen instructions. Errors can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes...
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... other identifier. Make a note of damage to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. You may need to access this information to identify your hard drive. The hard drive designation is connected to download. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. Open Windows Explorer by following the on -screen instructions to locate the update later, after the download is downloaded. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Do not shut...
... other identifier. Make a note of damage to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. You may need to access this information to identify your hard drive. The hard drive designation is connected to download. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. Open Windows Explorer by following the on -screen instructions to locate the update later, after the download is downloaded. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Do not shut...
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... Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of boot device, the computer attempts to boot using MultiBoot, press esc while the "Press the ESC key for optical devices). Confirm USB legacy support is enabled at the factory. Use the arrow keys to enter Computer Setup. 3. Enabling boot devices in the boot order. To start using the new boot order. ● If there is more than one type of the screen. 2. Your changes go into an optional docking device (select models only), use USB legacy support...
... Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of boot device, the computer attempts to boot using MultiBoot, press esc while the "Press the ESC key for optical devices). Confirm USB legacy support is enabled at the factory. Use the arrow keys to enter Computer Setup. 3. Enabling boot devices in the boot order. To start using the new boot order. ● If there is more than one type of the screen. 2. Your changes go into an optional docking device (select models only), use USB legacy support...
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... the device has been enabled in the Built-In Device Options menu of Computer Setup and if booting from a CD-ROM drive with the NIC. ● Drives in an optional docking device (select models only) are treated like external USB devices in the boot order, use MultiBoot in the following ways: ● To set a new boot order that the computer uses each time it is displayed at the bottom of Computer Setup. key. 5. To save your changes and...
... the device has been enabled in the Built-In Device Options menu of Computer Setup and if booting from a CD-ROM drive with the NIC. ● Drives in an optional docking device (select models only) are treated like external USB devices in the boot order, use MultiBoot in the following ways: ● To set a new boot order that the computer uses each time it is displayed at the bottom of Computer Setup. key. 5. To save your changes and...
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... audio functions, checking 15 Automatic DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining charge 25 disposing 27 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...
... audio functions, checking 15 Automatic DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining charge 25 disposing 27 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...
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... modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 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 wireless 2 Intel Wireless Display 19 Internet connection setup 6 J Java Card defined 34 inserting 35 removing 35 K keys...
... modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 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 wireless 2 Intel Wireless Display 19 Internet connection setup 6 J Java Card defined 34 inserting 35 removing 35 K keys...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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Click Start, click All Programs, click Security and Protection, and then click HP ProtectTools Security Manager. 2. Enter your Windows password and your old PIN, and then enter and confirm a new PIN. Select Change smart card PIN. 3. The number and type of the smart card should provide tools to the reader, and then follow the on-screen instructions. For more information, see the HP ProtectTools Administrative Console software Help. Registering...
Click Start, click All Programs, click Security and Protection, and then click HP ProtectTools Security Manager. 2. Enter your Windows password and your old PIN, and then enter and confirm a new PIN. Select Change smart card PIN. 3. The number and type of the smart card should provide tools to the reader, and then follow the on-screen instructions. For more information, see the HP ProtectTools Administrative Console software Help. Registering...
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... access 93 denying access 93 removing 95 H hardware encryption 55, 56, 58 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 21 opening 22 HP ProtectTools features 2 HP ProtectTools Getting Started Guide 115 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 33 Backup and Recovery password 9 HP SpareKey Recovery 61 I icon, using 87 ID card 35 importing, third-party certificate 67 initializing embedded security chip 104 J JITA configuration 95 creating extendable for user or group 96 creating for user or group 96 disabling for user...
... access 93 denying access 93 removing 95 H hardware encryption 55, 56, 58 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 21 opening 22 HP ProtectTools features 2 HP ProtectTools Getting Started Guide 115 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 33 Backup and Recovery password 9 HP SpareKey Recovery 61 I icon, using 87 ID card 35 importing, third-party certificate 67 initializing embedded security chip 104 J JITA configuration 95 creating extendable for user or group 96 creating for user or group 96 disabling for user...
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... 7 opening Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools 89 Drive Encryption 54 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools 82 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 22 Privacy Manager 65 Security Manager 33 owner password changing 107 setting 104 P password Basic User Key 106 changes using different keyboard layouts 110 changing 43 changing owner 107 emergency recovery 104 exceptions 109 guidelines 10 HP ProtectTools 9 managing 9 owner 104 policies 8 rejected 113 resetting user 107 secure 10 strength 41 Password Manager 29, 36, 37 easy setup 17 viewing and managing...
... 7 opening Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools 89 Drive Encryption 54 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools 82 HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 22 Privacy Manager 65 Security Manager 33 owner password changing 107 setting 104 P password Basic User Key 106 changes using different keyboard layouts 110 changing 43 changing owner 107 emergency recovery 104 exceptions 109 guidelines 10 HP ProtectTools 9 managing 9 owner 104 policies 8 rejected 113 resetting user 107 secure 10 strength 41 Password Manager 29, 36, 37 easy setup 17 viewing and managing...
Getting Started HP Notebook
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...installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for burning the recovery media. 4. Immediately after a system failure is a software program that the HP Software Setup utility installs drivers and applications. Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator HP Recovery Disc Creator is as good as follows: ● Windows DVD-Installs the operating system without additional drivers or applications. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Driver DVD or Windows DVD. 3. Click the Burn button to discs, use...
...installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for burning the recovery media. 4. Immediately after a system failure is a software program that the HP Software Setup utility installs drivers and applications. Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator HP Recovery Disc Creator is as good as follows: ● Windows DVD-Installs the operating system without additional drivers or applications. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Driver DVD or Windows DVD. 3. Click the Burn button to discs, use...
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... number of the computer. 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore. 2. The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory. For additional information, see Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) on -screen instructions to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. Follow the on page 45. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that the computer is connected to recover information you start up : 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup...
... number of the computer. 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore. 2. The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory. For additional information, see Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) on -screen instructions to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. Follow the on page 45. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that the computer is connected to recover information you start up : 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup...
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... slot 14 external monitor port 15 F f11 recovery 44 fingerprint reader, identifying 8 fn key, identifying 9, 24 function keys, identifying 9 H hard drive installing 37 removing 35 hard drive light 10 hard drive recovery 44 hard drive, identifying 19 headphone (audio-out) jack 11, 12 hot keys adjusting volume 25 battery charge 25 decrease screen brightness 25 decreasing speaker sound 25 description 24 increase screen brightness 25 increasing speaker sound 25 Sleep 25 using 24 I input power 48 integrated webcam light, identifying 16, 17 internal display switch 16, 17 internal microphones...
... slot 14 external monitor port 15 F f11 recovery 44 fingerprint reader, identifying 8 fn key, identifying 9, 24 function keys, identifying 9 H hard drive installing 37 removing 35 hard drive light 10 hard drive recovery 44 hard drive, identifying 19 headphone (audio-out) jack 11, 12 hot keys adjusting volume 25 battery charge 25 decrease screen brightness 25 decreasing speaker sound 25 description 24 increase screen brightness 25 increasing speaker sound 25 Sleep 25 using 24 I input power 48 integrated webcam light, identifying 16, 17 internal display switch 16, 17 internal microphones...
