HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... 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 hard drive on the hard drive. Issues such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences are caused by write ... frequency, errors such 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 threshold. If write splices continue to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following ...
... 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 hard drive on the hard drive. Issues such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences are caused by write ... frequency, errors such 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 threshold. If write splices continue to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following ...
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... to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. 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...
... to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. 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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... all over the world? Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can watch the video on the computer. But did you know that you can create a powerful presentation with a group? See Backing up ... the most out of your smart investment, after setup, fun things to do ● You know you haven't already done so, connect to get more HP resources. See Connecting a VGA monitor or projector on page 19 for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. To get the most out of your...
... all over the world? Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can watch the video on the computer. But did you know that you can create a powerful presentation with a group? See Backing up ... the most out of your smart investment, after setup, fun things to do ● You know you haven't already done so, connect to get more HP resources. See Connecting a VGA monitor or projector on page 19 for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. To get the most out of your...
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... worldwide support, go /contactHP. Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices To access this table. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go /orderdocuments. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your service ...guides on your language, go /orderdocuments or write to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/ wwcontact_us.html. Limited Warranty* To access the warranty, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. For worldwide support...
... worldwide support, go /contactHP. Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices To access this table. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go /orderdocuments. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your service ...guides on your language, go /orderdocuments or write to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/ wwcontact_us.html. Limited Warranty* To access the warranty, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. For worldwide support...
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... Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your hardware and software information 3 Front Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select System and Security, and then in your computer. 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 display the App bar, and then click the All apps icon.
... Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your hardware and software information 3 Front Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select System and Security, and then in your computer. 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 display the App bar, and then click the All apps icon.
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... immediately around the antenna free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of streaming video. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of the computer. To 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 in Help and Support. These notices are ...
... immediately around the antenna free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of streaming video. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of the computer. To 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 in Help and Support. These notices are ...
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Functions like the right button on . Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on the screen. 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 an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Functions like the right button on . Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on the screen. 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 an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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... hold the power button down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. To learn more about your computer From the Start screen, type power options. 2. Click Settings, and then select Power Options from the options displayed or see Managing power on the computer. ● When the computer...
... hold the power button down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. To learn more about your computer From the Start screen, type power options. 2. Click Settings, and then select Power Options from the options displayed or see Managing power on the computer. ● When the computer...
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Displays the Start screen. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Execute frequently used system functions. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. 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. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Execute frequently used system functions. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. 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.
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... normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your computer 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...
... normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your computer 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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... amber, all wireless devices are enabled at least one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. 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...
... amber, all wireless devices are enabled at least one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. 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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Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the list of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in your computer, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: The terms wireless... wired computers to use for Internet access. NOTE: Your ISP will help , and then select Help and Support from the options displayed. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Connecting to the modem, and test the Internet service. Using an Internet service provider When you a user ID and a ...
Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the list of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in your computer, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: The terms wireless... wired computers to use for Internet access. NOTE: Your ISP will help , and then select Help and Support from the options displayed. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Connecting to the modem, and test the Internet service. Using an Internet service provider When you a user ID and a ...
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... a firewall. Wireless encryption uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that are available in wireless router. 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 sent to the Internet, you initially...
... a firewall. Wireless encryption uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that are available in wireless router. 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 sent to the Internet, you initially...
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.... 4. Type the code, and then click OK to the WLAN, follow these steps: 1. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start screen, type network and sharing. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as the following: ● Computers...
.... 4. Type the code, and then click OK to the WLAN, follow these steps: 1. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start screen, type network and sharing. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as the following: ● Computers...
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... (4) (5) (6) Internal microphone Webcam Webcam light USB 2.0 ports Optical drive Speakers Description Records sound. Reads an optical disc. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the entertainment features on page 41. On: The webcam is in use. Connect... like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on select models, high-definition devices. 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer. Produce sound. 19 NOTE: For details about...
... (4) (5) (6) Internal microphone Webcam Webcam light USB 2.0 ports Optical drive Speakers Description Records sound. Reads an optical disc. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the entertainment features on page 41. On: The webcam is in use. Connect... like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on select models, high-definition devices. 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer. Produce sound. 19 NOTE: For details about...
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...device manufacturer's instructions. 20 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Connecting headphones You can stream video with friends and colleagues next door or on your HP computer, you can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to USB ports (or the audio-out jack) on the other ... close with 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. With the webcam, you to the headphone jack on page 23....
...device manufacturer's instructions. 20 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Connecting headphones You can stream video with friends and colleagues next door or on your HP computer, you can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to USB ports (or the audio-out jack) on the other ... close with 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. With the webcam, you to the headphone jack on page 23....
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...steps: 1. To enhance your computer: 1. IMPORTANT: Be sure that enables you to the Desktop. 3. For additional safety information, see the computer screen image on your computer, follow these steps: 1. For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. Under Program Events, select any sound... or TV. Select Hardware and Sound > Sound. Checking the sound To check the audio functions on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer to the computer's VGA port...
...steps: 1. To enhance your computer: 1. IMPORTANT: Be sure that enables you to the Desktop. 3. For additional safety information, see the computer screen image on your computer, follow these steps: 1. For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. Under Program Events, select any sound... or TV. Select Hardware and Sound > Sound. Checking the sound To check the audio functions on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer to the computer's VGA port...
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... 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 a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructions...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. From the Start screen, type control, and then select ...
... 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 a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructions...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. From the Start screen, type control, and then select ...
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... After you can then turn on the external device only. To return the audio stream to the high-definition TV or monitor. 3. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Using video 23 Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust.... To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Each time you choose the "Extend" option. 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...
... After you can then turn on the external device only. To return the audio stream to the high-definition TV or monitor. 3. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Using video 23 Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust.... To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Each time you choose the "Extend" option. 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...
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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