HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...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 on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing... State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket...
...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 on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing... State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... or when attempting to OS, Software, or other hardware problems) Page 4 Does Operating System recognize drive? NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on image and latest firmware for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? YES Run...
... or when attempting to OS, Software, or other hardware problems) Page 4 Does Operating System recognize drive? NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on image and latest firmware for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? YES Run...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. Additional information can be aborted at any time by pressing the Esc key. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and protects the hard drive (HDD) by pressing the Esc key. Firmware & ...section below to install the more advanced diagnostic tests, which can cause the drive to your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is detected in any ...
...Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. Additional information can be aborted at any time by pressing the Esc key. Download the latest HP 3D Drive Guard driver under the Solutions section from the integrated accelerometer, and protects the hard drive (HDD) by pressing the Esc key. Firmware & ...section below to install the more advanced diagnostic tests, which can cause the drive to your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for operational shock is greatest when the notebook is detected in any ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... rate for disk traffic, and provides link power management with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Page 6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep ...Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. 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....
... rate for disk traffic, and provides link power management with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Page 6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep ...Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. 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....
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... can be required to defragment your computer. For information about using external SATA communications based on how to optimize performance. Check www.hp.com for the latest releases. Install and maintain a virus protection program to prevent failures due to viruses. ... settings (power schemes) in the Control Panel to permit the hard drive to have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your HP Business Notebook, refer to support higher capacities. As a result, movement of time. Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format...
... can be required to defragment your computer. For information about using external SATA communications based on how to optimize performance. Check www.hp.com for the latest releases. Install and maintain a virus protection program to prevent failures due to viruses. ... settings (power schemes) in the Control Panel to permit the hard drive to have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your HP Business Notebook, refer to support higher capacities. As a result, movement of time. Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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... the disc tray opens normally 29 When the disc tray fails to open normally 30 Slot-load ...31 7 Maintaining your computer ...32 Updating programs and drivers ...32 Cleaning your computer ...32 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 32 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 Traveling with or shipping your computer 33...
... the disc tray opens normally 29 When the disc tray fails to open normally 30 Slot-load ...31 7 Maintaining your computer ...32 Updating programs and drivers ...32 Cleaning your computer ...32 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 32 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 33 Traveling with or shipping your computer 33...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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..., connected to the USB port on page 4. Your computer may have more than one type of USB port. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, see Connecting to a network on your phone or camera. Some devices use minimal force to connect the...
..., connected to the USB port on page 4. Your computer may have more than one type of USB port. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, see Connecting to a network on your phone or camera. Some devices use minimal force to connect the...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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... can obtain updates for your computer: ● Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of HP programs and drivers. To set your computer to clean the sides and cover. Cleaning the display, sides, and cover Gently wipe the display using ...Manager window. In the Update Manager window, click the Check button to run the latest technology available. 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you don't clean your computer, dust and dirt particles can permanently damage the surface of the computer. In addition, register to receive...
... can obtain updates for your computer: ● Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of HP programs and drivers. To set your computer to clean the sides and cover. Cleaning the display, sides, and cover Gently wipe the display using ...Manager window. In the Update Manager window, click the Check button to run the latest technology available. 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you don't clean your computer, dust and dirt particles can permanently damage the surface of the computer. In addition, register to receive...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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... create an image restore DVD using a DVD±RW optical drive. The recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and programs and drivers that you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. Creating the restore DVDs The restore creation software creates a set...more than 8 GB of the process. You can also create a restore image on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. NOTE: HP recommends that were installed at the far right of a system failure. Select Storage from the drop-down list. 3. To create restore DVDs: 1. ...
... create an image restore DVD using a DVD±RW optical drive. The recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and programs and drivers that you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. Creating the restore DVDs The restore creation software creates a set...more than 8 GB of the process. You can also create a restore image on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. NOTE: HP recommends that were installed at the far right of a system failure. Select Storage from the drop-down list. 3. To create restore DVDs: 1. ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with...
Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... use , see Connecting to charge connected USB devices. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to use a powered port. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to as SuperSpeed ports, are digital storage devices that must be installed. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are also...
... use , see Connecting to charge connected USB devices. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to use a powered port. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to as SuperSpeed ports, are digital storage devices that must be installed. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are also...
User Guide - Windows 8
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.... Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by touching the unpainted metal surface of your computer. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for specific precautions when handling drives. 52 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices...
.... Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by touching the unpainted metal surface of your computer. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for specific precautions when handling drives. 52 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on the computer. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. CAUTION: Avoid using the following cleaning products to your computer to the latest versions.... For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of HP programs and drivers. 9. Replace the battery. 11. Without the latest driver, you don't clean your computer Cleaning your computer Cleaning your equipment. Updates can resolve issues and...
Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on the computer. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. CAUTION: Avoid using the following cleaning products to your computer to the latest versions.... For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of HP programs and drivers. 9. Replace the battery. 11. Without the latest driver, you don't clean your computer Cleaning your computer Cleaning your equipment. Updates can resolve issues and...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... you receive an alert. Installing critical security updates CAUTION: Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that you can choose whether updates are designed to prevent unauthorized access to correct security problems and improve functionality...
... you receive an alert. Installing critical security updates CAUTION: Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that you can choose whether updates are designed to prevent unauthorized access to correct security problems and improve functionality...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... original operating system and the programs that was installed at the factory. Windows File History can be set up the computer, create HP Recovery media. These tools will provide the following processes: ● Creating recovery media and backups ● Restoring and recovering your ...system and the software that were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by Windows System ...
... original operating system and the programs that was installed at the factory. Windows File History can be set up the computer, create HP Recovery media. These tools will provide the following processes: ● Creating recovery media and backups ● Restoring and recovering your ...system and the software that were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by Windows System ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on your information from the Windows Store, consider using Windows Refresh. Using ...point, automatically created. See Using Windows Refresh for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 72. ...
...the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on your information from the Windows Store, consider using Windows Refresh. Using ...point, automatically created. See Using Windows Refresh for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 72. ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the media provided by deleting all information from the HP Recovery partition: 1. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of the following recovery options: ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original ... the programs that were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state. For U.S. ...
... software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the media provided by deleting all information from the HP Recovery partition: 1. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of the following recovery options: ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original ... the programs that were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state. For U.S. ...
Start Here
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.... This computer may not be bound by the terms of Windows 8 functionality. Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to the refund policy of your sole remedy is a U.S. © Copyright 2013 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. If ...you agree to most models. See http://www.microsoft.com for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. First Edition: August 2013 Document Part Number: 740688-001 Product notice This guide...
.... This computer may not be bound by the terms of Windows 8 functionality. Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to the refund policy of your sole remedy is a U.S. © Copyright 2013 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. If ...you agree to most models. See http://www.microsoft.com for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. First Edition: August 2013 Document Part Number: 740688-001 Product notice This guide...
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...models only) NOTE: If you need to use HP Software Setup to access the HP Support Assistant has changed . NOTE: If the HP Software Setup app does not appear, your computer. Select HP Software Setup. 3. NOTE: The path to reinstall drivers or software that has been corrupted or deleted from... the Start screen, type file and then select File Explorer. Refer to reinstall drivers or select software. ...
...models only) NOTE: If you need to use HP Software Setup to access the HP Support Assistant has changed . NOTE: If the HP Software Setup app does not appear, your computer. Select HP Software Setup. 3. NOTE: The path to reinstall drivers or software that has been corrupted or deleted from... the Start screen, type file and then select File Explorer. Refer to reinstall drivers or select software. ...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...in all features are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. See http://www.microsoft.com for HP products and services are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. This computer may not be available on..., L.P. The only warranties for details. First Edition: September 2013 Document Part Number: 733845-001 Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to change without notice.
...in all features are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. See http://www.microsoft.com for HP products and services are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. This computer may not be available on..., L.P. The only warranties for details. First Edition: September 2013 Document Part Number: 733845-001 Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to change without notice.