HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... cause different error messages to be caused by software issues. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Connector issues It is not applicable to Solid State Drives. Shock events can .... Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of hard drives, manufacturers make improvements to the drive's susceptibility to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 Software issues Some hard...
... cause different error messages to be caused by software issues. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Connector issues It is not applicable to Solid State Drives. Shock events can .... Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of hard drives, manufacturers make improvements to the drive's susceptibility to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 Software issues Some hard...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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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...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. NOTE: Some of your computer and turning ...www.hp.com/go /bsc. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. Finding...
...Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. NOTE: Some of your computer and turning ...www.hp.com/go /bsc. ● Help and Support-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. Finding...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of Bluetooth devices. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to set up one ...and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, and direction information to the Internet. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ...
... synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of Bluetooth devices. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to set up one ...and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, and direction information to the Internet. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ...
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..., Language, and Region. 3. To connect the modem to a wired network 11 Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. Connecting to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack...
..., Language, and Region. 3. To connect the modem to a wired network 11 Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. Connecting to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack...
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... Getting Started guide for information about your computer model, 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...
... Getting Started guide for information about your computer model, 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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...) ● Volume keys WARNING! Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. You can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. To reduce the risk of volume controls your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound...
...) ● Volume keys WARNING! Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. You can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. To reduce the risk of volume controls your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...; To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable 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 ● HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console.
...; To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable 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 ● HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console.
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One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort: 1. To connect a video or audio device to the DisplayPort port on the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the connector latch to any compatible digital or audio component. The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves ...
One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort: 1. To connect a video or audio device to the DisplayPort port on the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the connector latch to any compatible digital or audio component. The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the HDMI device. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. Click Set Default, and then click OK. 18 Chapter 3 Multimedia Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback...
... the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the HDMI device. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. Click Set Default, and then click OK. 18 Chapter 3 Multimedia Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...battery life. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on battery power whenever it is plugged into external AC... power WARNING! For more information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked...
...battery life. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on battery power whenever it is plugged into external AC... power WARNING! For more information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked...
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... digital card. 1. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services...
... digital card. 1. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services...
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... up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Your computer may be provided with the computer. Using a USB device 35 Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is...
... up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Your computer may be provided with the computer. Using a USB device 35 Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is...
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... connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Remove the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you know that connects a high-speed multimedia or data storage device to remove the USB device...
... connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Remove the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: The first time you know that connects a high-speed multimedia or data storage device to remove the USB device...
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... optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive. Using an eSATA device (select models only) 37 For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Click the remove hardware...
... optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive. Using an eSATA device (select models only) 37 For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Click the remove hardware...
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For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to the serial port on the ... off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Connect the device to a USB port on the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to learn which...
For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to the serial port on the ... off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Connect the device to a USB port on the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to learn which...
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..., or it is installed on. ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your antivirus software will only be alerted if specific actions are posed, your home network to upgrade your computer. As new threats are required. NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet...
..., or it is installed on. ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your antivirus software will only be alerted if specific actions are posed, your home network to upgrade your computer. As new threats are required. NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet...
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... the main components are required to start the computer. ● Run-in every sector of additional tests checks your computer to your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. Select no operation and TPM status (select models only). Security menu Select Administrator password Power-on...
... the main components are required to start the computer. ● Run-in every sector of additional tests checks your computer to your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. Select no operation and TPM status (select models only). Security menu Select Administrator password Power-on...
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...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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... tracking. ● Monitors user activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Computrace for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of tracking and tracing subscriptions to user data and credentials stored on a computer... of a personal secure drive (PSD), which is useful in order to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of users. Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete...
... tracking. ● Monitors user activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Computrace for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of tracking and tracing subscriptions to user data and credentials stored on a computer... of a personal secure drive (PSD), which is useful in order to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of users. Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete...