HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... disk drives (HDDs) have used , you work with applications that is not Advanced Format-aware is important to optimize the performance of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e drives - however, this process, data is now limiting HDD capacity. eight times larger than current drive technology. For...
... disk drives (HDDs) have used , you work with applications that is not Advanced Format-aware is important to optimize the performance of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e drives - however, this process, data is now limiting HDD capacity. eight times larger than current drive technology. For...
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...software ...63 Using antivirus software ...63 Using firewall software ...64 Installing software updates ...64 Installing critical security updates 64 Installing HP and third-party software updates 64 Securing your wireless network ...64 Backing up your software applications and information 65 Using an ...
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...software ...63 Using antivirus software ...63 Using firewall software ...64 Installing software updates ...64 Installing critical security updates 64 Installing HP and third-party software updates 64 Securing your wireless network ...64 Backing up your software applications and information 65 Using an ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... overheating. Left side Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vents (2) (3) HDMI port (4) USB 3.0 charging port (5) USB 3.0 port (6) Memory card reader Description Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components. It is off during routine operation. Connects an optional USB device. Enable... airflow to the computer. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to and from memory cards such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects optional USB 3.0 devices...
... overheating. Left side Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vents (2) (3) HDMI port (4) USB 3.0 charging port (5) USB 3.0 port (6) Memory card reader Description Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components. It is off during routine operation. Connects an optional USB device. Enable... airflow to the computer. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to and from memory cards such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects optional USB 3.0 devices...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...then select Help and Support. Bottom 13 Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components and prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to ...the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and the memory module slots. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. Holds the...
...then select Help and Support. Bottom 13 Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components and prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to ...the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and the memory module slots. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. Holds the...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... reading from Sleep, press any computer functions while the computer is only running on battery power or on external power. After Hibernation is saved to memory, allowing you to initiate the Hibernation state, you can balance computer performance with power conservation. NOTE: Rapid Start Technology can also initiate Sleep manually. NOTE...
... reading from Sleep, press any computer functions while the computer is only running on battery power or on external power. After Hibernation is saved to memory, allowing you to initiate the Hibernation state, you can balance computer performance with power conservation. NOTE: Rapid Start Technology can also initiate Sleep manually. NOTE...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... computer. Do not drop a drive, place items on , and then shut it to vibration. ● Before you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. Security devices with your computer Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack...
... computer. Do not drop a drive, place items on , and then shut it to vibration. ● Before you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. Security devices with your computer Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...off or in your physical work area. The memory module slots are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. WARNING! Before beginning any procedure, ensure that both memory modules are discharged of memory you work and the memory is on page 43). 6. Then shut down ...prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before installing a memory module. Save your work , your productivity slows down on by adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in Hibernation. Turn the computer upside down . A great solution to ...
...off or in your physical work area. The memory module slots are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. WARNING! Before beginning any procedure, ensure that both memory modules are discharged of memory you work and the memory is on page 43). 6. Then shut down ...prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before installing a memory module. Save your work , your productivity slows down on by adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in Hibernation. Turn the computer upside down . A great solution to ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...removal, place it is seated. b. Do not touch the components on the memory module. Insert a new memory module: CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the module, until the... retention clips snap into the memory module slot (2) until it in the memory module slot. Improving performance 57 b. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the module. Grasp the...
...removal, place it is seated. b. Do not touch the components on the memory module. Insert a new memory module: CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the module, until the... retention clips snap into the memory module slot (2) until it in the memory module slot. Improving performance 57 b. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the module. Grasp the...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are already in Setup Utility (BIOS) is located at the bottom of the system BIOS currently installed. Errors can be available on the...packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of system and extended memory. Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on page 66). 2. 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics ...
... Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are already in Setup Utility (BIOS) is located at the bottom of the system BIOS currently installed. Errors can be available on the...packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of system and extended memory. Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on page 66). 2. 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...6 mute 9 power 6, 9 wireless 9 low battery level 44 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences ... Manager 73 media 74 starting 73 supported discs 70 system 73 USB flash drive 74 using HP Recovery media 70 recovery media creating 70 creating using HP Recovery Manager 70 recovery partition 73 removing 74 recycle computer 71, 72 refresh 71 computer 71 ...
...6 mute 9 power 6, 9 wireless 9 low battery level 44 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences ... Manager 73 media 74 starting 73 supported discs 70 system 73 USB flash drive 74 using HP Recovery media 70 recovery media creating 70 creating using HP Recovery Manager 70 recovery partition 73 removing 74 recycle computer 71, 72 refresh 71 computer 71 ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 software updates, installing ... 69, 71 Windows key, identifying 12 Windows passwords 62 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button 15 wireless certification label 14 wireless controls button 15 operating system 15 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless light 9, 15 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 17 corporate WLAN connection 17 equipment needed 16...
...setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 software updates, installing ... 69, 71 Windows key, identifying 12 Windows passwords 62 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button 15 wireless certification label 14 wireless controls button 15 operating system 15 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless light 9, 15 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 17 corporate WLAN connection 17 equipment needed 16...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...96 Updating the BIOS ...96 Determining the BIOS version 96 Downloading a BIOS update 97 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 97 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 98 8 Ubuntu Linux - Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System ...default settings in Setup Utility 100 Exiting Setup Utility ...100 Updating the BIOS ...101 viii WLAN module ...44 Hard drive ...46 Memory module ...48 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts 51 Component replacement procedures 51 RTC battery ...51 Base enclosure...
...Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...96 Updating the BIOS ...96 Determining the BIOS version 96 Downloading a BIOS update 97 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 97 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 98 8 Ubuntu Linux - Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System ...default settings in Setup Utility 100 Exiting Setup Utility ...100 Updating the BIOS ...101 viii WLAN module ...44 Hard drive ...46 Memory module ...48 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts 51 Component replacement procedures 51 RTC battery ...51 Base enclosure...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... 8350G graphics (only on computer models equipped with an AMD A4 processor) Switchable graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M with 2048 MB of dedicated video memory (128 MB×16 DDR3 900 MHz×8PCs, DDR3 1 GHz downgrade to DDR3 900MHz) Dual graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M + HD 8650G dual...
... 8350G graphics (only on computer models equipped with an AMD A4 processor) Switchable graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M with 2048 MB of dedicated video memory (128 MB×16 DDR3 900 MHz×8PCs, DDR3 1 GHz downgrade to DDR3 900MHz) Dual graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M + HD 8650G dual...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...4600 on computer models equipped with a Quad Core processor Switchable Discrete Graphics: ● nVidia N14P-GT GeForce 750M with 4096 MB of dedicated video memory (256 MB×16 DDR3 1 GHz×8PCs) ● nVidia N14P-GV2 GeForce 740M with 2048 MB of dedicated video... 960 MHz) Support for HD decode, DX11, and HDMI Support for GPU performance scaling Support for Optimus Support for the following √ display assemblies: ● 15.6 inch (39.80 cm), full highdefinition (FHD), white light-emitting diode (WLED), BrightView (1920×1080), slim (3.2 mm), SVA, color gamut 60%, typical ...
...4600 on computer models equipped with a Quad Core processor Switchable Discrete Graphics: ● nVidia N14P-GT GeForce 750M with 4096 MB of dedicated video memory (256 MB×16 DDR3 1 GHz×8PCs) ● nVidia N14P-GV2 GeForce 740M with 2048 MB of dedicated video... 960 MHz) Support for HD decode, DX11, and HDMI Support for GPU performance scaling Support for Optimus Support for the following √ display assemblies: ● 15.6 inch (39.80 cm), full highdefinition (FHD), white light-emitting diode (WLED), BrightView (1920×1080), slim (3.2 mm), SVA, color gamut 60%, typical ...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...) Support for 6.35 cm (2.5 in) hard drives in 7.0 mm (.28 in) and 9.5 mm (.37 in) thickness Support for Serial ATA /Support for mSATA Support for HP 3D Drive Guard hard drive protection Support for the following hard drives: ● 1.5 TB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm (select models only) ● 1 TB, 5400 rpm,... Response Technology (select models only) ● Support for 24 GB mSATA SSD (not available on computer models equipped with 16834 MB or 12288 MB system memory or with a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD) Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ √ Computer models equipped with an...
...) Support for 6.35 cm (2.5 in) hard drives in 7.0 mm (.28 in) and 9.5 mm (.37 in) thickness Support for Serial ATA /Support for mSATA Support for HP 3D Drive Guard hard drive protection Support for the following hard drives: ● 1.5 TB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm (select models only) ● 1 TB, 5400 rpm,... Response Technology (select models only) ● Support for 24 GB mSATA SSD (not available on computer models equipped with 16834 MB or 12288 MB system memory or with a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD) Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ √ Computer models equipped with an...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...Quad speakers √ Subwoofer Dual array digital microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echocancellation, noise-suppression software HD Audio Beats Audio Integrated HP TrueVision HD webcam (fixed [no tilt], activity LED, 1280×720 by 30 frames per second) Integrated 10/100/1000 network...WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter ● Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (select models only) HP 2-in-1 multiformat Digital Media √ Reader Slot with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ 6 Chapter 1 Product ...
...Quad speakers √ Subwoofer Dual array digital microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echocancellation, noise-suppression software HD Audio Beats Audio Integrated HP TrueVision HD webcam (fixed [no tilt], activity LED, 1280×720 by 30 frames per second) Integrated 10/100/1000 network...WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter ● Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (select models only) HP 2-in-1 multiformat Digital Media √ Reader Slot with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ 6 Chapter 1 Product ...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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Category Security (continued) Operating system Serviceability Description ● Intel AT-p Ready Preinstalled: Windows 8.1 Ubuntu Linux End user replaceable parts: ● AC adapter ● Battery (system) ● Hard drive ● Memory modules (expansion and primary) ● WLAN module ● mSATA SSD Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ Computer models equipped with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ 8 Chapter 1 Product description
Category Security (continued) Operating system Serviceability Description ● Intel AT-p Ready Preinstalled: Windows 8.1 Ubuntu Linux End user replaceable parts: ● AC adapter ● Battery (system) ● Hard drive ● Memory modules (expansion and primary) ● WLAN module ● mSATA SSD Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ Computer models equipped with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ 8 Chapter 1 Product description
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB power performance. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD). ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● White: The computer is on and off . Rapid...
... USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB power performance. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD). ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● White: The computer is on and off . Rapid...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...and then contact support through Help and Support. Enables airflow to the hard drive bay, the WLAN module slot, and the memory module slots. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Component Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery release latch... HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components. It is normal for use in the computer by the governmental...
...and then contact support through Help and Support. Enables airflow to the hard drive bay, the WLAN module slot, and the memory module slots. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Component Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery release latch... HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components. It is normal for use in the computer by the governmental...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... and 4 isolators) Power connector cable: Power connector cable For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory Connector board (includes 2 cables): For use on computer models equipped with an AMD processor For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor..., and the Linux operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and the Windows Professional operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA...
... and 4 isolators) Power connector cable: Power connector cable For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory Connector board (includes 2 cables): For use on computer models equipped with an AMD processor For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor..., and the Linux operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and the Windows Professional operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA...
