HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... adjustment. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 Identifying, Preventing, ... fail. Connector issues It is important to Solid State Drives. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . A hard drive that is not applicable to check the physical connector that says ...
... adjustment. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to): File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 Identifying, Preventing, ... fail. Connector issues It is important to Solid State Drives. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . A hard drive that is not applicable to check the physical connector that says ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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
User Guide - Windows 8
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...and features. Limited Warranty* ● Specific warranty information about this guide, from the Start screen, type ● support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://welcome.hp.com/ country/us /en/ wwcontact_us.... Electrical and mechanical safety information. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your language, go / orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to information and troubleshooting tips. To locate product details, how-to information, and more, use this guide, from...
...and features. Limited Warranty* ● Specific warranty information about this guide, from the Start screen, type ● support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://welcome.hp.com/ country/us /en/ wwcontact_us.... Electrical and mechanical safety information. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your language, go / orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to information and troubleshooting tips. To locate product details, how-to information, and more, use this guide, from...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... menu selections for an object on the screen. ● Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for specific apps where you to turn items such as photos. ● Point to an object, then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in a sweeping motion...
... menu selections for an object on the screen. ● Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for specific apps where you to turn items such as photos. ● Point to an object, then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in a sweeping motion...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Rotate may not be functional for specific apps where you can manipulate an object or image. NOTE: Rotate is intended for all apps. Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reveals the ...
Rotate may not be functional for specific apps where you can manipulate an object or image. NOTE: Rotate is intended for all apps. Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reveals the ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...type c, and then tap Control Panel. 2. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to use action keys and hot keys to perform specific functions. Tap All apps to the touch screen and the computer. Tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then tap the ...Flicks tab. 3. To change or create a flick assignment. 5. These preferences are specific to view available apps. TIP: The Windows key on -screen instructions. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) 37 Tap Navigational flicks and editing ...
...type c, and then tap Control Panel. 2. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to use action keys and hot keys to perform specific functions. Tap All apps to the touch screen and the computer. Tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then tap the ...Flicks tab. 3. To change or create a flick assignment. 5. These preferences are specific to view available apps. TIP: The Windows key on -screen instructions. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) 37 Tap Navigational flicks and editing ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... or critical battery level, the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on ... a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance. HP Support Assistant provides the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates ...
... or critical battery level, the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on ... a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance. HP Support Assistant provides the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... it, or expose it down the 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 gets older, you are fragile computer components that the battery is sufficiently charged before removing the...
... it, or expose it down the 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 gets older, you are fragile computer components that the battery is sufficiently charged before removing the...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by HP and the operating system to regularly and automatically back up files from libraries, desktop, contacts, and favorites. The backup ...other system maintenance (such as registry settings. A system restore point contains information that were installed at a specific time. Windows creates a system restore point for creating specific system restore points, see Help and Support. For more details about the following recovery options: ● System...
... and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by HP and the operating system to regularly and automatically back up files from libraries, desktop, contacts, and favorites. The backup ...other system maintenance (such as registry settings. A system restore point contains information that were installed at a specific time. Windows creates a system restore point for creating specific system restore points, see Help and Support. For more details about the following recovery options: ● System...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... 95% Input power 75 The computer can operate on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. 12 Specifications Input power The power information in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. NOTE: The computer operating voltage and current can...only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by platform. The computer operates on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by HP for IT power systems in this computer. Input power Operating voltage and current DC plug of external...
... 95% Input power 75 The computer can operate on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. 12 Specifications Input power The power information in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. NOTE: The computer operating voltage and current can...only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by platform. The computer operates on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by HP for IT power systems in this computer. Input power Operating voltage and current DC plug of external...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Operating Nonoperating -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft -50 ft to 40,000 ft 76 Chapter 12 Specifications
Operating Nonoperating -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft -50 ft to 40,000 ft 76 Chapter 12 Specifications
Start Here
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... the Windows desktop instead of the Start screen 5 This PC ...5 3 Backup, restore, and recovery updates ...6 Using Windows backup and restore ...6 Checking for recovery partitions ...6 Using HP Software Setup (select models only 6 Using other backup, restore, and recovery tools 6 4 Specifications update ...7 Input power ...7 5 More...
... the Windows desktop instead of the Start screen 5 This PC ...5 3 Backup, restore, and recovery updates ...6 Using Windows backup and restore ...6 Checking for recovery partitions ...6 Using HP Software Setup (select models only 6 Using other backup, restore, and recovery tools 6 4 Specifications update ...7 Input power ...7 5 More...
Start Here
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These new features include the following: ● Start button and Start menu ● Easier shutdown process ● Enhanced search options ● Enhanced snap multi-tasking capability ● Optional setting to go to the desktop upon sign-in ● Backup and recovery information ● Additional operating specifications 1 1 See what's new This guide describes new Windows® features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer.
These new features include the following: ● Start button and Start menu ● Easier shutdown process ● Enhanced search options ● Enhanced snap multi-tasking capability ● Optional setting to go to the desktop upon sign-in ● Backup and recovery information ● Additional operating specifications 1 1 See what's new This guide describes new Windows® features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer.
Start Here
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4 Specifications update Input power The power information in this section shows an operating voltage and current that may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally. Input power Operating voltage and current Rating 19.5 V dc @ 2.31 A - 45 W Input power 7 For other input power ratings, see the User Guide provided for your device and may apply to your computer.
4 Specifications update Input power The power information in this section shows an operating voltage and current that may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally. Input power Operating voltage and current Rating 19.5 V dc @ 2.31 A - 45 W Input power 7 For other input power ratings, see the User Guide provided for your device and may apply to your computer.
Start Here
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Limited Warranty ● Specific warranty information about this computer To access this app, click or tap the Getting Started with Windows 8 app. Select My computer, and then select Warranty ...; Online chat with Windows 8 app on the Start screen. On the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. On the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Resource Contents Windows Basics guide ● Explanation of using Windows® 8 Getting Started with an...
Limited Warranty ● Specific warranty information about this computer To access this app, click or tap the Getting Started with Windows 8 app. Select My computer, and then select Warranty ...; Online chat with Windows 8 app on the Start screen. On the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. On the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Resource Contents Windows Basics guide ● Explanation of using Windows® 8 Getting Started with an...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... 12 Power cord set requirements ...114 Requirements for all countries ...114 Requirements for specific countries and regions 115 13 Recycling ...117 Index ...118 ix Backing up, restoring, and recovering 106 Creating recovery media and backups 106 Creating HP Recovery media 106 Restore and recovery ...107 Recovering using the restore media 112 Backing...
... 12 Power cord set requirements ...114 Requirements for all countries ...114 Requirements for specific countries and regions 115 13 Recycling ...117 Index ...118 ix Backing up, restoring, and recovering 106 Creating recovery media and backups 106 Creating HP Recovery media 106 Restore and recovery ...107 Recovering using the restore media 112 Backing...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... within this range of temperatures. Computer specifications 103 9 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC Width 37.95 cm 14.94 in Depth 25.07 cm 9.87 in Height (front to rear) 1.89 to 2.99 cm 0.74 to 1.18 in Weight 2.76 kg 6.08 lbs HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC Width 37.95...
... within this range of temperatures. Computer specifications 103 9 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC Width 37.95 cm 14.94 in Depth 25.07 cm 9.87 in Height (front to rear) 1.89 to 2.99 cm 0.74 to 1.18 in Weight 2.76 kg 6.08 lbs HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC Width 37.95...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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15.6 inch (39.80 cm) display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pixel resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Total power ... LED (@ 32 x 32 mosaic) FHD: 7.2 W (maximum), HD: 3.8 W (maximum) ±45° horizontal, +25°/-35° vertical (typical) Hard drive specifications 1. 5 TB, 5400 rpm* 1 TB, 5400 rpm* 750 GB, 5400 rpm** Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm Length 100.4 mm 100.4 mm 100.4 mm Width...mm 100.4 mm 69.9 mm 110 g SATA 6.0 GB/sec ATA security 1.5 ms 11/13 ms 22 ms 104 Chapter 9 Specifications
15.6 inch (39.80 cm) display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pixel resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Total power ... LED (@ 32 x 32 mosaic) FHD: 7.2 W (maximum), HD: 3.8 W (maximum) ±45° horizontal, +25°/-35° vertical (typical) Hard drive specifications 1. 5 TB, 5400 rpm* 1 TB, 5400 rpm* 750 GB, 5400 rpm** Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm Length 100.4 mm 100.4 mm 100.4 mm Width...mm 100.4 mm 69.9 mm 110 g SATA 6.0 GB/sec ATA security 1.5 ms 11/13 ms 22 ms 104 Chapter 9 Specifications
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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Actual accessible capacity is less. NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Hard drive specifications 105 1. 5 TB, 5400 rpm* 1 TB, 5400 rpm* 750 GB, 5400 rpm** 640 GB, 5400 rpm** 500 GB, 5400 rpm** Logical blocks 2,930,277,168 1,953,...
Actual accessible capacity is less. NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Hard drive specifications 105 1. 5 TB, 5400 rpm* 1 TB, 5400 rpm* 750 GB, 5400 rpm** 640 GB, 5400 rpm** 500 GB, 5400 rpm** Logical blocks 2,930,277,168 1,953,...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany India Israel Italy Japan The Netherlands New Zealand Norway ... FIMKO UTE VDE ISI SII IMQ JIS KEMA SANZ NEMKO CCC SASO PSB SABS KTL SEMKO SEV BSMI TISI ASTA Applicable note number 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 4 7 1 1 5 1 1 6 1 1 Requirements for specific countries and regions 115
Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany India Israel Italy Japan The Netherlands New Zealand Norway ... FIMKO UTE VDE ISI SII IMQ JIS KEMA SANZ NEMKO CCC SASO PSB SABS KTL SEMKO SEV BSMI TISI ASTA Applicable note number 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 4 7 1 1 5 1 1 6 1 1 Requirements for specific countries and regions 115