HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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...card ...31 Using a USB device ...31 Connecting a USB device 31 Removing a USB device ...32 Using 1394 devices (select models only 32 Connecting a 1394 device 32 Removing a 1394 device 33 Using an eSATA device (select models only 33 Connecting an eSATA device 33 Removing an eSATA device 34 Using optional external devices ...34 Using optional external drives 34 Using the expansion port (select models only 34 6 Drives ...36 Handling drives ...36 Using hard drives ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive...
...card ...31 Using a USB device ...31 Connecting a USB device 31 Removing a USB device ...32 Using 1394 devices (select models only 32 Connecting a 1394 device 32 Removing a 1394 device 33 Using an eSATA device (select models only 33 Connecting an eSATA device 33 Removing an eSATA device 34 Using optional external devices ...34 Using optional external drives 34 Using the expansion port (select models only 34 6 Drives ...36 Handling drives ...36 Using hard drives ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... slot location, refer to the HP GPS and Location software Help. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the computer. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS). Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Close the display. 3. Remove...
... slot location, refer to the HP GPS and Location software Help. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the computer. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS). Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Close the display. 3. Remove...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... from external power for an extended period Although you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Shut down the computer under any of Turn Off Computer. NOTE: If you have a power button or a power switch. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Select Start > Shut...
... from external power for an extended period Although you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Shut down the computer under any of Turn Off Computer. NOTE: If you have a power button or a power switch. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Select Start > Shut...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to be changed using Power Options in Windows® Control Panel. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the hard drive and the computer turns off. Your work is initiated...
... initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to be changed using Power Options in Windows® Control Panel. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the hard drive and the computer turns off. Your work is initiated...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... safely remove the device. 1. Remove the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the cable to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive...
... safely remove the device. 1. Remove the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the cable to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is turned off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. Refer to run more than an hour to your hard drive at least once a month. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Follow...
... running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Click Defragment disk. Refer to run more than an hour to your hard drive at least once a month. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Follow...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Exit QuickLock by displaying the operating system Log On window. It also protects access to computer contents. Setting passwords in a secure place. Using passwords 45 For additional information about Windows passwords, such as it must be used to Setup Utility (BIOS). ● After this password is set, it is set a user or administrator password, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: This password cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered...
... screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Exit QuickLock by displaying the operating system Log On window. It also protects access to computer contents. Setting passwords in a secure place. Using passwords 45 For additional information about Windows passwords, such as it must be used to Setup Utility (BIOS). ● After this password is set, it is set a user or administrator password, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: This password cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered...
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... operating systems, change the filter settings in the Configuration Options window. In the left pane, click the plus sign (+) to expand the model list, and then select the model or models of available SoftPaqs, and then click Download Only if you have many SoftPaqs to install the selected SoftPaqs on the HP Web site. If you want to update. 4. To use SoftPaq Download Manager to show only software...
... operating systems, change the filter settings in the Configuration Options window. In the left pane, click the plus sign (+) to expand the model list, and then select the model or models of available SoftPaqs, and then click Download Only if you have many SoftPaqs to install the selected SoftPaqs on the HP Web site. If you want to update. 4. To use SoftPaq Download Manager to show only software...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... bottom of the screen. ● To select a menu or a menu item, use the tab key and the keyboard arrow keys and then press enter. ● To scroll up arrow key or the down , use the arrow keys to the main Setup Utility (BIOS) screen, press esc, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Select the Main menu. Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Turn on or restart...
... bottom of the screen. ● To select a menu or a menu item, use the tab key and the keyboard arrow keys and then press enter. ● To scroll up arrow key or the down , use the arrow keys to the main Setup Utility (BIOS) screen, press esc, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). Select the Main menu. Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Turn on or restart...
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Identify the BIOS update that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on your computer. The hard drive designation is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions to download your hard drive. NOTE: After a message on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of damage to the hard drive. Follow any instructions that is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Open Windows Explorer by following the...
Identify the BIOS update that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on your computer. The hard drive designation is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions to download your hard drive. NOTE: After a message on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of damage to the hard drive. Follow any instructions that is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Open Windows Explorer by following the...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... password creating 46 entering 46 managing 46 airport security devices 36 antivirus software, using 47 audio functions, checking 14 B battery conserving power 24 discharging 23 displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI...
... password creating 46 entering 46 managing 46 airport security devices 36 antivirus software, using 47 audio functions, checking 14 B battery conserving power 24 discharging 23 displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI...
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...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
HP Limited Warranty and Techincal Support - 3-year - North America
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... request that HP replace them for you for which customer self-repair is optional. If your portable computer needs a hardware repair that the repair can be accomplished by the use of a CSR part, HP will help sources to meet your needs: Access to drivers and product documentation: Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, Limited Warranty information, and product documentation. Open an online service event with...
... request that HP replace them for you for which customer self-repair is optional. If your portable computer needs a hardware repair that the repair can be accomplished by the use of a CSR part, HP will help sources to meet your needs: Access to drivers and product documentation: Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, Limited Warranty information, and product documentation. Open an online service event with...
HP Limited Warranty and Technical Support - 90 day - North America
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... to meet your needs: Access to drivers and product documentation: Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, Limited Warranty information, and product documentation. Open an online service event with an HP Support Specialist: If you have an issue with many customer self-repair (CSR) parts to minimize repair time and to you for greater flexibility in performing defective parts replacement. HP pays shipping...
... to meet your needs: Access to drivers and product documentation: Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, Limited Warranty information, and product documentation. Open an online service event with an HP Support Specialist: If you have an issue with many customer self-repair (CSR) parts to minimize repair time and to you for greater flexibility in performing defective parts replacement. HP pays shipping...
HP Limited Warranty and Technical Support 1-yr - North America
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... HP service partner for customer selfrepair. To locate the nearest HP service partner, call your needs: Access to drivers and product documentation: Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, Limited Warranty information, and product documentation. Open an online service event with many customer self-repair (CSR) parts to minimize repair time and to meet your local HP Technical Support Center (see Worldwide Phone Numbers booklet). HP Replaceable Parts Program HP...
... HP service partner for customer selfrepair. To locate the nearest HP service partner, call your needs: Access to drivers and product documentation: Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, Limited Warranty information, and product documentation. Open an online service event with many customer self-repair (CSR) parts to minimize repair time and to meet your local HP Technical Support Center (see Worldwide Phone Numbers booklet). HP Replaceable Parts Program HP...
HP Limited Worldwide Warranty and Technical Support 3-yr - North America
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... labels (such as serial numbers) are in place, accessible, and legible Maintain an environment consistent with product specifications and supported configurations Service Upgrades HP has a range of additional support and service coverage for your product that can be available in your installation questions (how to, first steps, and prerequisites). Setting up and configuring the software and options supplied or purchased with HP Hardware Products (how-to...
... labels (such as serial numbers) are in place, accessible, and legible Maintain an environment consistent with product specifications and supported configurations Service Upgrades HP has a range of additional support and service coverage for your product that can be available in your installation questions (how to, first steps, and prerequisites). Setting up and configuring the software and options supplied or purchased with HP Hardware Products (how-to...
Worldwide Waranty and Technical Support - HP - 90day - North America
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...). Setting up and configuring the software and options supplied or purchased with : Answering your HP Software, HP pre-installed third-party software and third-party software purchased from HP, including initial setup support, is available from HP via multiple contact methods, including electronic media and telephone, for ninety (90) days from date of purchase. Excludes system optimization, customization and network configuration. Interpreting system error messages...
...). Setting up and configuring the software and options supplied or purchased with : Answering your HP Software, HP pre-installed third-party software and third-party software purchased from HP, including initial setup support, is available from HP via multiple contact methods, including electronic media and telephone, for ninety (90) days from date of purchase. Excludes system optimization, customization and network configuration. Interpreting system error messages...
HP ENVY14 Getting Started - Windows 7
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... of external HP power supply 63 Digital Media Slot, identifying 12 display image, switching 24 drive light 13 drive, hard 43 E esc key, identifying 11 F f11 54 Fast Charge Mode 40 flicking TouchPad gesture 31 fn key, identifying 11, 25 G graphics modes, switching 3 H hard drive installing 43 removing 41 hard drive bay, identifying 17 HDMI port, identifying 13, 49 headphone (audio-out) jack 15 Help and Support key 23 hotkeys bass settings 25 description 25 display system information 25 using 25 HP HDMI to VGA Display Adapter, using 49 HP Recovery Manager...
... of external HP power supply 63 Digital Media Slot, identifying 12 display image, switching 24 drive light 13 drive, hard 43 E esc key, identifying 11 F f11 54 Fast Charge Mode 40 flicking TouchPad gesture 31 fn key, identifying 11, 25 G graphics modes, switching 3 H hard drive installing 43 removing 41 hard drive bay, identifying 17 HDMI port, identifying 13, 49 headphone (audio-out) jack 15 Help and Support key 23 hotkeys bass settings 25 description 25 display system information 25 using 25 HP HDMI to VGA Display Adapter, using 49 HP Recovery Manager...
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... 61 latch, battery cover release 17 lights battery 14 drive 13 mute 9 power 9, 13 TouchPad 9 webcam 16 wireless 9 M memory module inserting 46 removing 45 replacing 44 memory module compartment cover removing 45 replacing 47 66 Index memory module compartment, identifying 17 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 60 Mini DisplayPort, identifying 13 monitor, connecting 49 mouse, external setting preferences 26 mute key, identifying 24 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 13 O operating environment 64 operating system Microsoft...
... 61 latch, battery cover release 17 lights battery 14 drive 13 mute 9 power 9, 13 TouchPad 9 webcam 16 wireless 9 M memory module inserting 46 removing 45 replacing 44 memory module compartment cover removing 45 replacing 47 66 Index memory module compartment, identifying 17 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 60 Mini DisplayPort, identifying 13 monitor, connecting 49 mouse, external setting preferences 26 mute key, identifying 24 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 13 O operating environment 64 operating system Microsoft...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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... URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. The Intel Matrix Storage Technology solution technology provides improved performance and reliability, as well as support for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: • Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode • Using Sysprep with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Page 6
... URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. The Intel Matrix Storage Technology solution technology provides improved performance and reliability, as well as support for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: • Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode • Using Sysprep with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Page 6