HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. To download the latest version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. The Intel Matrix...
Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. To download the latest version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. The Intel Matrix...
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... the computer is in the Sleep state, Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the computer to wait while updates are not using it: Right-click the icon in the notification area and select Enable HP Wireless Audio. - HP Wireless Audio Manager With HP Wireless Audio Manager, you are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, select Start > All Programs > Intel > Intel Smart Connect Technology. or - ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP Wireless Audio.
... the computer is in the Sleep state, Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the computer to wait while updates are not using it: Right-click the icon in the notification area and select Enable HP Wireless Audio. - HP Wireless Audio Manager With HP Wireless Audio Manager, you are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, select Start > All Programs > Intel > Intel Smart Connect Technology. or - ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP Wireless Audio.
HP Getting Started - Windows 7
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... the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is on battery power. Right side Component (1) Mute button (2) Volume dial (3) Beats Audio button (4) Hard drive light (5) Power light (6) Security cable slot (7) AC adapter light (8) Power connector Description Mutes or restores speaker sound. NOTE: For information about HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. ● White: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Connects an AC adapter. 16 Chapter 2 Getting to view and control all audio settings. Opens Beats Audio Control Panel, which...
... the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is on battery power. Right side Component (1) Mute button (2) Volume dial (3) Beats Audio button (4) Hard drive light (5) Power light (6) Security cable slot (7) AC adapter light (8) Power connector Description Mutes or restores speaker sound. NOTE: For information about HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. ● White: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Connects an AC adapter. 16 Chapter 2 Getting to view and control all audio settings. Opens Beats Audio Control Panel, which...
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Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. 26 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. 26 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers.
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...devices, setting preferences 26 ports HDMI 17 USB 3.0 17 USB 3.0 charging 17 power button, identifying 14 power connector, identifying 16 power lights, identifying 13, 16 Product Key 39 product name and number, computer 39 proximity sensors 6, 18 R radiance backlight keyboard 6 recovering using the dedicated recovery partition 34 recovering using the recovery discs 34 recovery discs 33 regulatory information regulatory label 39 wireless certification labels 39 restore points 36 restore, system performing 33 using recovery discs 34 using the dedicated recovery partition 34 RJ-45 (network) jack...
...devices, setting preferences 26 ports HDMI 17 USB 3.0 17 USB 3.0 charging 17 power button, identifying 14 power connector, identifying 16 power lights, identifying 13, 16 Product Key 39 product name and number, computer 39 proximity sensors 6, 18 R radiance backlight keyboard 6 recovering using the dedicated recovery partition 34 recovering using the recovery discs 34 recovery discs 33 regulatory information regulatory label 39 wireless certification labels 39 restore points 36 restore, system performing 33 using recovery discs 34 using the dedicated recovery partition 34 RJ-45 (network) jack...
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... work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on , you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. With the computer on the keyboard...
... work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on , you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. With the computer on the keyboard...
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... connecting a powered device, be connected to safely remove the device. 1. Turn on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your options for storing and accessing information. To connect an external device to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. 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 with the device. 2. Removing...
... connecting a powered device, be connected to safely remove the device. 1. Turn on -screen instructions. 3. To remove an eSATA device, save your options for storing and accessing information. To connect an external device to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. 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 with the device. 2. Removing...
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..., Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running on -screen instructions. Click Defragment disk. Follow the on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. You may take more efficiently. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space...
..., Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running on -screen instructions. Click Defragment disk. Follow the on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. You may take more efficiently. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space...
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...; Firewall software ● Windows updates ● File encryption Administrator password Critical security updates from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords A password is a group of passwords can be set , depending on the computer. Several types of characters that is preinstalled on how you send your computer. 7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS...
...; Firewall software ● Windows updates ● File encryption Administrator password Critical security updates from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords A password is a group of passwords can be set , depending on the computer. Several types of characters that is preinstalled on how you send your computer. 7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... administrator password, you cannot access Setup Utility (BIOS). Exit QuickLock by displaying the operating system Log On window. It also protects access to access Setup Utility (BIOS). 42 Chapter 7 Security While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is set in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. NOTE: If you enter the power-on password. You can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS...
... administrator password, you cannot access Setup Utility (BIOS). Exit QuickLock by displaying the operating system Log On window. It also protects access to access Setup Utility (BIOS). 42 Chapter 7 Security While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is set in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. NOTE: If you enter the power-on password. You can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... Setup Utility (BIOS) menus, press f10, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. or - System information such as the system time and date, and identification information about the computer is displayed at the 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...
... Setup Utility (BIOS) menus, press f10, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. or - System information such as the system time and date, and identification information about the computer is displayed at the 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...
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....exe). You may need to access this information to an optional power source. If no instructions are displayed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to locate the update later, after the download is complete. Double-click the file that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. BIOS installation procedures vary. Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce...
....exe). You may need to access this information to an optional power source. If no instructions are displayed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to locate the update later, after the download is complete. Double-click the file that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. BIOS installation procedures vary. Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce...
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... keys media 11 volume 12 administrator password creating 43 entering 43 managing 43 airport security devices 33 antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 updating 51 Bluetooth device 2, 6 buttons media 11 power 16 volume 12 C cables 1394 29 eSATA 30 USB 28 checking audio functions 12 computer, traveling 54 configuring audio for HDMI...
... keys media 11 volume 12 administrator password creating 43 entering 43 managing 43 airport security devices 33 antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 updating 51 Bluetooth device 2, 6 buttons media 11 power 16 volume 12 C cables 1394 29 eSATA 30 USB 28 checking audio functions 12 computer, traveling 54 configuring audio for HDMI...
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... 7 connecting a modem cable adapter 8 selecting a location setting 8 N network cable, connecting 9 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 36 removing 37 optical drive 31 optional external devices, using 31 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 42 set in Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 power-on password creating 44 entering 44 managing 44 power...
... 7 connecting a modem cable adapter 8 selecting a location setting 8 N network cable, connecting 9 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 36 removing 37 optical drive 31 optional external devices, using 31 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 42 set in Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 power-on password creating 44 entering 44 managing 44 power...
HP ENVY14 SPECTRE Maintenance and Service Guide IMPORTANT! This document is intended for HP authorized service providers only.
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... WLAN module Spare part number 670292-005 636672-005 CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 3. Solid-state drive connector board cable (see Card Reader board cable on page 34) b. Card Reader board cable (see Solid-state drive on page 36) c. The #2 WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module "Aux" terminal. 2. Before removing...
... WLAN module Spare part number 670292-005 636672-005 CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 3. Solid-state drive connector board cable (see Card Reader board cable on page 34) b. Card Reader board cable (see Solid-state drive on page 36) c. The #2 WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module "Aux" terminal. 2. Before removing...
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... settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press enter. 5. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. To start Setup Utility, follow these steps: 1. Start Setup Utility. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility. Press f10 to select a language, and then press enter. 4. When a confirmation prompt with Setup Utility only if USB legacy support is enabled. To save your language selected is displayed at the bottom of the screen...
... settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press enter. 5. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. To start Setup Utility, follow these steps: 1. Start Setup Utility. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility. Press f10 to select a language, and then press enter. 4. When a confirmation prompt with Setup Utility only if USB legacy support is enabled. To save your language selected is displayed at the bottom of the screen...
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... > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow the on-screen instructions. - Turn on the HP Web site. To return all settings in Setup Utility NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Use the arrow keys to the...
... > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow the on-screen instructions. - Turn on the HP Web site. To return all settings in Setup Utility NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Use the arrow keys to the...
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... BIOS updates. 72 Chapter 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that is later than those currently installed on your computer and access the BIOS update you need this path when you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive...
... BIOS updates. 72 Chapter 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Identify the BIOS update that is later than those currently installed on your computer and access the BIOS update you need this path when you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive...
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..., locations 4 audio, product description 2 audio-in jack 11 audio-out jack 11 B b key 7 base enclosure, spare part number 19, 24 battery removal 32 spare part number 19, 22, 32 battery cover removal 32 spare part number 19, 23, 32 battery cover lock latch 13 battery cover release latch 13 Beats Audio button 12 Beats Audio light 8 bottom components 13 button component 6 buttons Beats Audio 12 Imagepad 9 Imagepad on/off 9 mute 12 power 6 C Cable Kit contents 20 spare part number 20, 23 cables, service considerations 25 caps lock light 8 Card Reader board removal...
..., locations 4 audio, product description 2 audio-in jack 11 audio-out jack 11 B b key 7 base enclosure, spare part number 19, 24 battery removal 32 spare part number 19, 22, 32 battery cover removal 32 spare part number 19, 23, 32 battery cover lock latch 13 battery cover release latch 13 Beats Audio button 12 Beats Audio light 8 bottom components 13 button component 6 buttons Beats Audio 12 Imagepad 9 Imagepad on/off 9 mute 12 power 6 C Cable Kit contents 20 spare part number 20, 23 cables, service considerations 25 caps lock light 8 Card Reader board removal...
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...Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L left-side components 10 light components 8 lights AC adapter 13 Beats Audio 8 caps lock 8 hard drive 12 Imagepad 8, 9 keyboard backlight 8 mute 8 power 8, 12 webcam 5 wireless 8 M mass storage device, precautions 26 memory module product description 1 removal 59 spare part number 59 spare part numbers 18, 22 microphone location 4 product description 2 microphone jack 11 model description 31 model name 1 mute button 12 mute light 8 N network jack 10 NFC board removal 37 spare part number NFC board cable illustrated 20 removal 42 17, 24, 37 O operating...
...Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L left-side components 10 light components 8 lights AC adapter 13 Beats Audio 8 caps lock 8 hard drive 12 Imagepad 8, 9 keyboard backlight 8 mute 8 power 8, 12 webcam 5 wireless 8 M mass storage device, precautions 26 memory module product description 1 removal 59 spare part number 59 spare part numbers 18, 22 microphone location 4 product description 2 microphone jack 11 model description 31 model name 1 mute button 12 mute light 8 N network jack 10 NFC board removal 37 spare part number NFC board cable illustrated 20 removal 42 17, 24, 37 O operating...