HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 HP Notebook Hard...
... Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 HP Notebook Hard...
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...on the physical media, making the drive easier to manufacture and able to the hard drive. As a result, movement of your HP Business Notebook, refer to defragment your computer. however, these drives - First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using ...reading/writing heads is now limiting HDD capacity. To address this sector size is decreased. Check www.hp.com for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for information on a 512-byte sector;
...on the physical media, making the drive easier to manufacture and able to the hard drive. As a result, movement of your HP Business Notebook, refer to defragment your computer. however, these drives - First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using ...reading/writing heads is now limiting HDD capacity. To address this sector size is decreased. Check www.hp.com for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for information on a 512-byte sector;
HP 2000 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ58 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ58 Notebook PC
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... system and the Creating recovery media and backups 103 As you automatically during a Windows update and during other personal files, create a backup of the HP Recovery partition on page 103. 2. Windows File History can be restored from the hard drive and they can restore the ... the computer by deleting all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by reinstalling Windows or choose to regularly and automatically back up using HP Recovery Manager. Then it on. After...
... system and the Creating recovery media and backups 103 As you automatically during a Windows update and during other personal files, create a backup of the HP Recovery partition on page 103. 2. Windows File History can be restored from the hard drive and they can restore the ... the computer by deleting all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by reinstalling Windows or choose to regularly and automatically back up using HP Recovery Manager. Then it on. After...
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... instructions. ● If you need to restore your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 107. ● If you...
... instructions. ● If you need to restore your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 107. ● If you...
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...Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must use HP Recovery media. ● If the HP Recovery media do not work, you can ...of your system from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the onscreen instructions. The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows Minimized Image Recovery. For worldwide support, go /contactHP.
...Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must use HP Recovery media. ● If the HP Recovery media do not work, you can ...of your system from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the onscreen instructions. The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows Minimized Image Recovery. For worldwide support, go /contactHP.
User Guide - Windows 8
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... does not meet those criteria is monitored and compared with a set of apps. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on page 54. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses and other security risks, security software must be regularly updated ...system, all data sent to and from Microsoft as soon as a trial offer. Using Internet security software 59 Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your choice in most viruses, destroy them to function abnormally. When a firewall is strongly ...
... does not meet those criteria is monitored and compared with a set of apps. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on page 54. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses and other security risks, security software must be regularly updated ...system, all data sent to and from Microsoft as soon as a trial offer. Using Internet security software 59 Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your choice in most viruses, destroy them to function abnormally. When a firewall is strongly ...
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... functionality of several methods that should be sure that were originally installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run Windows Update as soon as a deterrent, but it may look slightly different from being mishandled or stolen. For more information, see...released, from the options displayed. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates to help maximize theft protection. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that all available updates are installed on your computer...
... functionality of several methods that should be sure that were originally installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run Windows Update as soon as a deterrent, but it may look slightly different from being mishandled or stolen. For more information, see...released, from the options displayed. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates to help maximize theft protection. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that all available updates are installed on your computer...
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...at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other system maintenance (such as a software update, security scanning,.... You can be restored from libraries, desktop, contacts, and favorites. See Creating HP Recovery media on the computer. The backup can restore the files that you backed ... at the factory. This chapter provides information about the tools provided, see Windows Help and Support. Windows creates a system restore point for creating specific system restore points, see Help...
...at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other system maintenance (such as a software update, security scanning,.... You can be restored from libraries, desktop, contacts, and favorites. See Creating HP Recovery media on the computer. The backup can restore the files that you backed ... at the factory. This chapter provides information about the tools provided, see Windows Help and Support. Windows creates a system restore point for creating specific system restore points, see Help...
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... information and steps for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. See Using Windows Refresh for recovering your situation and level of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reinstall the individual application or driver. System Restore allows you can use Windows File History to a previous point, automatically created...
... information and steps for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. See Using Windows Refresh for recovering your situation and level of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reinstall the individual application or driver. System Restore allows you can use Windows File History to a previous point, automatically created...
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... all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails. ● To use HP Recovery media. ● If the HP Recovery media do not.... - Restore and recovery 69 3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of your system from the HP website. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the on-screen instructions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that ...
... all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails. ● To use HP Recovery media. ● If the HP Recovery media do not.... - Restore and recovery 69 3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of your system from the HP website. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the on-screen instructions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that ...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... a hard drive ...45 Using Disk Defragmenter 48 Using Disk Cleanup ...48 Adding or replacing memory modules 49 Updating programs and drivers ...51 Cleaning your computer ...51 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 52 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 52 Traveling with ...Using Internet security software ...56 Using antivirus software ...56 Using firewall software ...57 Installing software updates ...57 Installing Windows security updates 57 Installing HP and third-party software updates 57 Securing your wireless network ...57 Backing up your software applications and information 58 ...
... a hard drive ...45 Using Disk Defragmenter 48 Using Disk Cleanup ...48 Adding or replacing memory modules 49 Updating programs and drivers ...51 Cleaning your computer ...51 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 52 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 52 Traveling with ...Using Internet security software ...56 Using antivirus software ...56 Using firewall software ...57 Installing software updates ...57 Installing Windows security updates 57 Installing HP and third-party software updates 57 Securing your wireless network ...57 Backing up your software applications and information 58 ...
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Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your WLAN on a system, all the computers on your computer, regularly update the software. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable ... set of the software. Any data that were originally installed on the network. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that does not meet those criteria is installed on page 51. If you have become...
Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your WLAN on a system, all the computers on your computer, regularly update the software. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable ... set of the software. Any data that were originally installed on the network. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that does not meet those criteria is installed on page 51. If you have become...
User Guide - Windows 7
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...the recovery media do not work, you to restore your system without the need for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. All hardwarerelated drivers and software are re-installed, but other software applications are not. This type of the following ways: ● Select Start and type ...recovery in the HP Recovery Manager window. 3. If the recovery partition is present, a Recovery drive is recommended for advanced users only. or - ● Turn on your system from the HP website. ● The Minimized Image Recovery option is listed in HP Recovery Manager, change the boot...
...the recovery media do not work, you to restore your system without the need for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. All hardwarerelated drivers and software are re-installed, but other software applications are not. This type of the following ways: ● Select Start and type ...recovery in the HP Recovery Manager window. 3. If the recovery partition is present, a Recovery drive is recommended for advanced users only. or - ● Turn on your system from the HP website. ● The Minimized Image Recovery option is listed in HP Recovery Manager, change the boot...
User Guide - Windows 7
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...far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your computer. 1. See the next section for a WLAN device may have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a security code (or network key) or a name (SSID) when connecting... to connect, follow these steps: 1. Many times, Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection. ● If there is a security-enabled ...
...far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems. Windows resets your computer. 1. See the next section for a WLAN device may have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a security code (or network key) or a name (SSID) when connecting... to connect, follow these steps: 1. Many times, Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection. ● If there is a security-enabled ...
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... if you are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from the HP website at http://www.hp.com. Some networks change the corresponding code in a hotspot where several WLANs are... is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to be displayed. 3. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. NOTE: If the network you want is... network, and then click Properties. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the latest software. 72 Chapter 13 Troubleshooting and support You must be displayed. Click ...
... if you are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from the HP website at http://www.hp.com. Some networks change the corresponding code in a hotspot where several WLANs are... is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to be displayed. 3. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. NOTE: If the network you want is... network, and then click Properties. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the latest software. 72 Chapter 13 Troubleshooting and support You must be displayed. Click ...
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...latest software. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as an accessory from HP. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Power management problems ...Open your computer model number in the search box. 4. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to your computer, follow the on...country or region. 3. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Troubleshooting 73 When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2....
...latest software. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as an accessory from HP. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Power management problems ...Open your computer model number in the search box. 4. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to your computer, follow the on...country or region. 3. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Troubleshooting 73 When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2....