HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...to read of the drive can create corrupted boot files that sector, the OS encounters incomplete data, and marks this area as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute ...blue screens and/or continuous reboots. In this white paper. For example, powering off the notebook before the OS has completed the shutdown process can be performed. S.M.A.R.T. To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP ...
...to read of the drive can create corrupted boot files that sector, the OS encounters incomplete data, and marks this area as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute ...blue screens and/or continuous reboots. In this white paper. For example, powering off the notebook before the OS has completed the shutdown process can be performed. S.M.A.R.T. To address these issues, refer to your HDD manufacturer for low-level format utilities or download the HP ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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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 ...
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 ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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To get more HP resources. Best practices To get the most out of your smart investment, after setup, fun...presentation with the computer hardware and software. Best practices 1 Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can also connect to a projector to know you can also connect your keyboard. See Connecting a VGA...page 20. ● You know you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to the computer Start screen from all over the world? TIP: To quickly return to music or talk radio from an open app or the ...
To get more HP resources. Best practices To get the most out of your smart investment, after setup, fun...presentation with the computer hardware and software. Best practices 1 Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can also connect to a projector to know you can also connect your keyboard. See Connecting a VGA...page 20. ● You know you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to the computer Start screen from all over the world? TIP: To quickly return to music or talk radio from an open app or the ...
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For product details, how-to information, and more, use this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, ...Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select Warranty and services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/ wwcontact_us.html. Regulatory,...
For product details, how-to information, and more, use this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, ...Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select Warranty and services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/ wwcontact_us.html. Regulatory,...
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... App bar, and then click the All apps icon. Select System and Security, and then in your hardware and software information 3 From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start... screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out...
... App bar, and then click the All apps icon. Select System and Security, and then in your hardware and software information 3 From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start... screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out...
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These notices are located in use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is not visible from the outside of the ... switch is on. To use . (5) WLAN antenna* Send and receive wireless signals to your country or region. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from obstructions.
These notices are located in use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is not visible from the outside of the ... switch is on. To use . (5) WLAN antenna* Send and receive wireless signals to your country or region. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from obstructions.
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Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen. Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on .
Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen. Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on .
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To learn more about your computer From the Start screen, type power options. 2. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. If the computer has stopped responding ...
To learn more about your computer From the Start screen, type power options. 2. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. If the computer has stopped responding ...
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Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Displays the Start screen. Execute frequently used system functions. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key.
Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Displays the Start screen. Execute frequently used system functions. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key.
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.... 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your country or region. Releases the battery from the list of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. Wireless and memory module compartment Hard drive bay Contains the wireless and memory...
.... 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your country or region. Releases the battery from the list of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. Wireless and memory module compartment Hard drive bay Contains the wireless and memory...
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... or more information about wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in Help and Support. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. 14 Chapter 3 Connecting to...
... or more information about wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in Help and Support. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. 14 Chapter 3 Connecting to...
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... help , and then select Help and Support from the options displayed. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in a safe place. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Connecting to use operating system controls: 1. For more information, see Help and Support. To use...
... help , and then select Help and Support from the options displayed. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in a safe place. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Connecting to use operating system controls: 1. For more information, see Help and Support. To use...
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... when connected to a hotspot, limit your network activities to email that are sent to your wireless network. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are concerned about the security of both...
... when connected to a hotspot, limit your network activities to email that are sent to your wireless network. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are concerned about the security of both...
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... not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start screen, type network and sharing. WARNING! After the connection is on , the wireless light is sold separately. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device...
... not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start screen, type network and sharing. WARNING! After the connection is on , the wireless light is sold separately. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device...
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From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 41. Or, to make your computer ..., high-definition devices. Connect optional USB devices. NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer.
From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 41. Or, to make your computer ..., high-definition devices. Connect optional USB devices. NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer.
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... see Configuring audio settings (with your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. 20 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Using audio On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, ...your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. To connect wireless speakers to create multimedia. Before connecting ...
... see Configuring audio settings (with your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. 20 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Using audio On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, ...your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. To connect wireless speakers to create multimedia. Before connecting ...
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... Sound. To enhance your computer, follow these steps: 1. Most computers have questions. To reduce the risk of apps. 2. From the Start screen, type sound, and then select Sound Recorder from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer, follow these steps:...external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to the correct port on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to the computer's VGA port. Connecting a VGA monitor or ...
... Sound. To enhance your computer, follow these steps: 1. Most computers have questions. To reduce the risk of apps. 2. From the Start screen, type sound, and then select Sound Recorder from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer, follow these steps:...external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to the correct port on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to the computer's VGA port. Connecting a VGA monitor or ...
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... on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructions. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to your computer, you choose the "Extend" option. To ...monitor or projector: 1. Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of apps. Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor To see the computer screen image on the external device only. To connect an HDMI device to the...
... on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructions. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to your computer, you choose the "Extend" option. To ...monitor or projector: 1. Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of apps. Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor To see the computer screen image on the external device only. To connect an HDMI device to the...
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... under Display for best results. Using video 23 Press f4 to the HDMI port on the external device only. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the digital output device. 3. From the Desktop, right-click the Speakers icon in the ... HDMI TV) HDMI is the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. Click Set Default, and then click OK. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the cable to the computer, you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps 1. After you connect an HDMI TV to...
... under Display for best results. Using video 23 Press f4 to the HDMI port on the external device only. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the digital output device. 3. From the Desktop, right-click the Speakers icon in the ... HDMI TV) HDMI is the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. Click Set Default, and then click OK. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the cable to the computer, you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps 1. After you connect an HDMI TV to...
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Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features