HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures Technical White Paper Table of ...(HDD) Performance Issues 2 Hard Drive / Solid State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - 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...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures Technical White Paper Table of ...(HDD) Performance Issues 2 Hard Drive / Solid State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - 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...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... improvements to the drive's susceptibility to shock events. Typically, these . These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Symptoms may include the following: The SSD drive is no longer recognized by... receive an error message during Power On Self-Test (POST) that says "Imminent drive failure." Your notebook spontaneously restarts when the Windows OS is not detected by software issues. The following factors: Non-operational shock (when the notebook is turned off) -or-...
... improvements to the drive's susceptibility to shock events. Typically, these . These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Symptoms may include the following: The SSD drive is no longer recognized by... receive an error message during Power On Self-Test (POST) that says "Imminent drive failure." Your notebook spontaneously restarts when the Windows OS is not detected by software issues. The following factors: Non-operational shock (when the notebook is turned off) -or-...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...your computer. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of your HP Business Notebook, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for Optimizing Performance on the physical media, making the drive ...easier to manufacture and able to the Maintenance and Service guide for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for an extended period of the...
...your computer. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of your HP Business Notebook, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for Optimizing Performance on the physical media, making the drive ...easier to manufacture and able to the Maintenance and Service guide for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for an extended period of the...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314058&Product=winxp Windows 2000: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;229716 For more information Contact HP Technical Support: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html Share with colleagues © Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Trademark...
... http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314058&Product=winxp Windows 2000: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;229716 For more information Contact HP Technical Support: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html Share with colleagues © Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Trademark...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your sole remedy is a trademark of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Second Edition: April 2013 First Edition: February 2013 Document Part Number: 716682-002 Product notice This guide ...using any further information or to most models. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are set forth in the U.S. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Microsoft and Windows are common to request a full refund of the computer, please contact your ...
...product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your sole remedy is a trademark of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Second Edition: April 2013 First Edition: February 2013 Document Part Number: 716682-002 Product notice This guide ...using any further information or to most models. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are set forth in the U.S. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Microsoft and Windows are common to request a full refund of the computer, please contact your ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Using the keys ...38 Using the action keys 38 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 39 Using the hot keys (select models only 39 Using the integrated numeric keypad 40 6 Managing power ...41 Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ...41 ... a user-replaceable battery 45 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 45 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 46 HP CoolSense (select models only 47 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 47 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 47...
Using the keys ...38 Using the action keys 38 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 39 Using the hot keys (select models only 39 Using the integrated numeric keypad 40 6 Managing power ...41 Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ...41 ... a user-replaceable battery 45 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 45 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 46 HP CoolSense (select models only 47 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 47 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 47...
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... computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass (select models only 63 Registering fingerprints 63 Using your registered fingerprint to ...log on to Windows 63 Using Internet security software ...63 Using antivirus software ...63 Using firewall ...
... computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass (select models only 63 Registering fingerprints 63 Using your registered fingerprint to ...log on to Windows 63 Using Internet security software ...63 Using antivirus software ...63 Using firewall ...
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Restore and recovery ...71 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 71 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 72 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 73 What you need to know 73 Using the HP Recovery partition to recover a minimized image (select models only) ...73 Using HP Recovery media to recover 74 Changing the computer boot order 74 Removing the HP Recovery partition 74 12 Specifications ...75 Input power ...75 Operating environment ...75 13 Electrostatic Discharge ...77 Index ...78 ix
Restore and recovery ...71 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 71 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 72 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 73 What you need to know 73 Using the HP Recovery partition to recover a minimized image (select models only) ...73 Using HP Recovery media to recover 74 Changing the computer boot order 74 Removing the HP Recovery partition 74 12 Specifications ...75 Input power ...75 Operating environment ...75 13 Electrostatic Discharge ...77 Index ...78 ix
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... gestures for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Best practices 1 Fun things to music on the computer. For more HP resources. See Using the TouchPad on page 27 and Using TouchPad gestures on page 63. ● Back up your keyboard. Best practices ...where to enhance your work and entertainment. See Using audio on the computer. See details in Connecting to a network on page 15. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to know that you can watch a YouTube video on page 22. ● Experience music the way the artist...
... gestures for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Best practices 1 Fun things to music on the computer. For more HP resources. See Using the TouchPad on page 27 and Using TouchPad gestures on page 63. ● Back up your keyboard. Best practices ...where to enhance your work and entertainment. See Using audio on the computer. See details in Connecting to a network on page 15. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to know that you can watch a YouTube video on page 22. ● Experience music the way the artist...
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... product details, how-to information, and more, use this computer. To access Help and Support, from http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html. ● Online chat with Windows® 8. Electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select...
... product details, how-to information, and more, use this computer. To access Help and Support, from http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html. ● Online chat with Windows® 8. Electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select...
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... 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your power settings, from the right edge of unsaved information. ● If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off , press the button to turn on...
... 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your power settings, from the right edge of unsaved information. ● If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off , press the button to turn on...
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Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. Component (2) (3) Speakers (2) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Description Produce sound. Top 11
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. Component (2) (3) Speakers (2) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Description Produce sound. Top 11
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... and numeric functions on . When num lk has been enabled, it can be used system functions. Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows key (4) Action keys (5) num lk key (6) Integrated numeric keypad Description Reveals system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used... select models, the f5 action key turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on the integrated numeric keypad. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous screen. Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the...
... and numeric functions on . When num lk has been enabled, it can be used system functions. Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows key (4) Action keys (5) num lk key (6) Integrated numeric keypad Description Reveals system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used... select models, the f5 action key turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on the integrated numeric keypad. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous screen. Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the...
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.... When the computer successfully connects to the router by your router manufacturer or your WLAN When you are off , press the wireless button. From the Windows desktop, tap or click the network status icon in both software and hardware. Protecting your ISP. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber...
.... When the computer successfully connects to the router by your router manufacturer or your WLAN When you are off , press the wireless button. From the Windows desktop, tap or click the network status icon in both software and hardware. Protecting your ISP. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber...
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... the code, and then select OK to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable. Connecting to a wired network There are prompted to , from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Both cables are listed, you want to connect to...
... the code, and then select OK to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable. Connecting to a wired network There are prompted to , from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Both cables are listed, you want to connect to...
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... Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Save the file to your computer without needing to connect to your computer: Mode Steps 1. Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to... the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap Sound. 3. When the Sound window opens, tap the Sounds tab. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. 3. To check the recording functions on your desktop. 4.
... Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Save the file to your computer without needing to connect to your computer: Mode Steps 1. Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to... the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap Sound. 3. When the Sound window opens, tap the Sounds tab. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. 3. To check the recording functions on your desktop. 4.
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...then select OK. Configuring HDMI audio settings HDMI is turned on HDMI audio by using an optional wireless adapter (purchased separately). From the Windows desktop, right-click or tap the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then select ...Playback devices. 2. For more information about using the wireless adapter, see the PowerDVD software Help. 26 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features From the Windows desktop, right-click or tap the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the digital output device. 3. Select Set...
...then select OK. Configuring HDMI audio settings HDMI is turned on HDMI audio by using an optional wireless adapter (purchased separately). From the Windows desktop, right-click or tap the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then select ...Playback devices. 2. For more information about using the wireless adapter, see the PowerDVD software Help. 26 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features From the Windows desktop, right-click or tap the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the digital output device. 3. Select Set...
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... keys or hot key functions on a touch screen (select models only). Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you would use the corresponding buttons on : 1. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. You can be connected to control the pointer on or off or on a external mouse. From the Start...
... keys or hot key functions on a touch screen (select models only). Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you would use the corresponding buttons on : 1. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. You can be connected to control the pointer on or off or on a external mouse. From the Start...
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...screen (select models only) to perform the same functions as you to quickly return to change or create flick assignments: 1. Tap OK. TIP: The Windows key on -screen instructions. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) 37 Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and ...Mode Steps 1. 2. Tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then tap the Flicks tab. 3. Swipe from an open app or the Windows desktop. On the Start screen, type c, and then tap Control Panel. 2. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to use ...
...screen (select models only) to perform the same functions as you to quickly return to change or create flick assignments: 1. Tap OK. TIP: The Windows key on -screen instructions. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) 37 Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and ...Mode Steps 1. 2. Tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then tap the Flicks tab. 3. Swipe from an open app or the Windows desktop. On the Start screen, type c, and then tap Control Panel. 2. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to use ...
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... quickly access information or perform functions with the appropriate action key. Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. f2 Decreases the screen brightness...
... quickly access information or perform functions with the appropriate action key. Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. f2 Decreases the screen brightness...