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.... To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on S.M.A.R.T attribute checking, refer to the "Client Management Software" section in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. S.M.A.R.T. Over time, the hard drive file structure becomes fragmented due to increase...
.... To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP File Sanitizer for more information on S.M.A.R.T attribute checking, refer to the "Client Management Software" section in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. S.M.A.R.T. Over time, the hard drive file structure becomes fragmented due to increase...
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... e.g. NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
... e.g. NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
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... network. Adjust the input volume by moving the Input volume slider to apply any changes. 10 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to connect a high-definition monitor or TV. Also, some computers have ... a monitor or projector to Resolution. Checking the sound To check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the window. 3. Click the Input tab, and then select Line in a setting free of the top panel. Click the System menu...
... network. Adjust the input volume by moving the Input volume slider to apply any changes. 10 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to connect a high-definition monitor or TV. Also, some computers have ... a monitor or projector to Resolution. Checking the sound To check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the window. 3. Click the Input tab, and then select Line in a setting free of the top panel. Click the System menu...
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... state changes. Your computer may vary. ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ...To connect a monitor or projector: 1. Change the rotation if desired. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to alternate the screen image between 3 display states: NOTE: Depending on your model, the function key for this operation may require rebooting. Click the System menu...
... state changes. Your computer may vary. ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ...To connect a monitor or projector: 1. Change the rotation if desired. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to alternate the screen image between 3 display states: NOTE: Depending on your model, the function key for this operation may require rebooting. Click the System menu...
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...high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to Resolution for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down menu next to the following instructions...NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the top panel, click Displays and then select a resolution from the drop-down on the connector release button. DisplayPort The...
...high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to Resolution for additional information. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down menu next to the following instructions...NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the top panel, click Displays and then select a resolution from the drop-down on the connector release button. DisplayPort The...
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... changes. To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states: ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View... the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on the computer. 2. Configuring audio settings (with HDMI TV) HDMI is the only video ...
... changes. To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states: ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View... the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on the computer. 2. Configuring audio settings (with HDMI TV) HDMI is the only video ...
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...) and System Diagnostics on the country or region, your keyboard may have action keys or hot key shortcuts that key. f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you must press the fn key in Setup Utility. Select models also have different keys and keyboard functions than ... mouse. The f5 key performs the function listed in Setup Utility (BIOS). You can prevent the computer from operating properly. f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you to one of the USB ports on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the ...
...) and System Diagnostics on the country or region, your keyboard may have action keys or hot key shortcuts that key. f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you must press the fn key in Setup Utility. Select models also have different keys and keyboard functions than ... mouse. The f5 key performs the function listed in Setup Utility (BIOS). You can prevent the computer from operating properly. f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you to one of the USB ports on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the ...
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f8 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD. Using the TouchPad 15 Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. For example, if a monitor is possible. f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you ... key. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is connected to the computer, each time you press the f4 key, the screen image alternates from the computer display to the monitor display to go. f7 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of the Home Folder. f5 Launches the...
f8 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD. Using the TouchPad 15 Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. For example, if a monitor is possible. f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you ... key. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is connected to the computer, each time you press the f4 key, the screen image alternates from the computer display to the monitor display to go. f7 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of the Home Folder. f5 Launches the...
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... running on battery power and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears.
... running on battery power and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears.
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... only when the computer is set at the far right of information, do not initiate Suspend or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then clicking System Settings > ...; Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. When the computer exits Suspend, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of inactivity when running on , you stopped working . Setting power...
... only when the computer is set at the far right of information, do not initiate Suspend or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then clicking System Settings > ...; Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. When the computer exits Suspend, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of inactivity when running on , you stopped working . Setting power...
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... of a power outage. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is located in storage, depending... the computer is automatically decreased to save battery life. The Power icon allows you disconnect AC power, the screen brightness is running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. 20 Chapter 5 Managing power For information on...
... of a power outage. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is located in storage, depending... the computer is automatically decreased to save battery life. The Power icon allows you disconnect AC power, the screen brightness is running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. 20 Chapter 5 Managing power For information on...
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... for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is on the computer. Conserving battery power ● Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Resolving... power Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Initiate Suspend or Hibernation, or shut down when you are not using the computer.
... for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is on the computer. Conserving battery power ● Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Resolving... power Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Initiate Suspend or Hibernation, or shut down when you are not using the computer.
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...do not dispose of the top panel. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to the Setup Instructions poster provided in fire or water. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on , the... Battery menu icon in a cool, dry place. You can find details about the battery by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for one month or more than 50 percent, recharge the battery before using it if ...
...do not dispose of the top panel. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to the Setup Instructions poster provided in fire or water. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on , the... Battery menu icon in a cool, dry place. You can find details about the battery by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for one month or more than 50 percent, recharge the battery before using it if ...
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...working condition. Click the box next to each update that you update your programs and drivers on the bottom of HP programs and drivers. Allow the screen to clean the sides and cover. Fibrous materials, such as alcohol, acetone, ammonium chloride, methylene chloride, and ...hydrocarbons, which can scratch the computer. 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you want to install, and then click...
...working condition. Click the box next to each update that you update your programs and drivers on the bottom of HP programs and drivers. Allow the screen to clean the sides and cover. Fibrous materials, such as alcohol, acetone, ammonium chloride, methylene chloride, and ...hydrocarbons, which can scratch the computer. 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you want to install, and then click...
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...to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. To save your changes and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys ...restart the computer and try again. Managing a power-on password To set a power-on password, type your password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and...
...to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. To save your changes and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys ...restart the computer and try again. Managing a power-on password To set a power-on password, type your password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and...
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...interfere with no open ports; NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to a system or network. Follow the on -screen instructions. To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw: 1. To permanently resolve the problem, you must be preinstalled on your ...spyware, and other security risks, security software must reconfigure the firewall. Enter Gufw in the base operating system. Follow the on -screen instructions. Using antivirus software Computer viruses can detect most viruses, destroy them to download Gufw, a free Ubuntu firewall utility. Using...
...interfere with no open ports; NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to a system or network. Follow the on -screen instructions. To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw: 1. To permanently resolve the problem, you must be preinstalled on your ...spyware, and other security risks, security software must reconfigure the firewall. Enter Gufw in the base operating system. Follow the on -screen instructions. Using antivirus software Computer viruses can detect most viruses, destroy them to download Gufw, a free Ubuntu firewall utility. Using...
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... the menu display, press esc. ● To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Start Setup Utility. 2. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Your change and exit Setup Utility, use either the arrow keys or...
... the menu display, press esc. ● To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Start Setup Utility. 2. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Your change and exit Setup Utility, use either the arrow keys or...
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... to the hard drive. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Suspend or Hibernation. Identify the BIOS update that is running on -screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you connect your computer to select the Main menu. BIOS installation procedures vary. NOTE... a. You will need this path when you can be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Follow the on the HP website that are ready to download your computer. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can delete the downloaded file...
... to the hard drive. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Suspend or Hibernation. Identify the BIOS update that is running on -screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you connect your computer to select the Main menu. BIOS installation procedures vary. NOTE... a. You will need this path when you can be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Follow the on the HP website that are ready to download your computer. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can delete the downloaded file...
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Turn on -screen instructions. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc. NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is displayed, press f2. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. Using System Diagnostics 43 To start System Diagnostics: 1. Click the diagnostic test you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc.
Turn on -screen instructions. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc. NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is displayed, press f2. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. Using System Diagnostics 43 To start System Diagnostics: 1. Click the diagnostic test you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc.
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...Using Restore completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you will need approximately 3 blank DVD+R discs. NOTE: HP recommends that you trust, because these recovery DVDs are needed at least 8 GB of a system failure. Personal files must be restored ...from the drop-down -arrow next to its original factory state. To create restore DVDs: 1. You can also create a restore image on -screen instructions. Creating a restore image on the computer are permanently removed. For most recent backup. Select Storage from a manufacturer you use a 16...
...Using Restore completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you will need approximately 3 blank DVD+R discs. NOTE: HP recommends that you trust, because these recovery DVDs are needed at least 8 GB of a system failure. Personal files must be restored ...from the drop-down -arrow next to its original factory state. To create restore DVDs: 1. You can also create a restore image on -screen instructions. Creating a restore image on the computer are permanently removed. For most recent backup. Select Storage from a manufacturer you use a 16...