HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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...in symptoms such as "Non-system disk" or "No boot device". The following information is not applicable to shock events beyond their specifications, they are exposed to Solid State Drives. Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of an apparent failure may include the following: ...more . Shock events Shock events can be traced to the system board. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . A hard drive that is important to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive ...
...in symptoms such as "Non-system disk" or "No boot device". The following information is not applicable to shock events beyond their specifications, they are exposed to Solid State Drives. Symptoms of Hard Drive Issues The symptoms of an apparent failure may include the following: ...more . Shock events Shock events can be traced to the system board. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . A hard drive that is important to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...9 Bluetooth...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 11 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 12 Connecting to...
... 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...9 Bluetooth...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v or region-specific modem cable adapter 11 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 12 Connecting to...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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... and Support, select Start > Help and Support. Finding more information about HP notebook computers. To access this guide on an optical disc: ● Setup Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer, select...
... and Support, select Start > Help and Support. Finding more information about HP notebook computers. To access this guide on an optical disc: ● Setup Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer, select...
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...the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer. The strength of Bluetooth devices. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and ...Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). WARNING! Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth is also required. Connecting to a wired network Using a modem ...
...the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer. The strength of Bluetooth devices. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and ...Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). WARNING! Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth is also required. Connecting to a wired network Using a modem ...
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...- To use the modem and the modem cable outside the country or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter. Click Region and Language. 4. Connecting to display your location. Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2). 3. Select Start > Control ...1. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region.
...- To use the modem and the modem cable outside the country or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter. Click Region and Language. 4. Connecting to display your location. Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2). 3. Select Start > Control ...1. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region.
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... may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs. ● Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only...
... may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs. ● Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only...
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NOTE: Volume can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Audio. Open a multimedia program and ...
NOTE: Volume can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Audio. Open a multimedia program and ...
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.... 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia For information on how to the external monitor port. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. The webcam software enables you to experiment ...High Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA ...
.... 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia For information on how to the external monitor port. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. The webcam software enables you to experiment ...High Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA ...
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... video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the DisplayPort device. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down on the computer. 2. The information displayed on the computer screen can be...
... video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the DisplayPort device. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down on the computer. 2. The information displayed on the computer screen can be...
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... switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. To return audio to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. 2. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). Then configure...
... switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. To return audio to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the computer. 2. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). Then configure...
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...power WARNING! For information on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans:...Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. The computer runs on power management: ● Power consumption predictions in hypothetical ...
...power WARNING! For information on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans:...Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. The computer runs on power management: ● Power consumption predictions in hypothetical ...
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... from the slot (2). Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. If you are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the taskbar. Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that is a high-performance...
... from the slot (2). Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. If you are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the taskbar. Save your operating system. ● Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that is a high-performance...
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For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. These instructions may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. Using a USB device 35 Using a USB ...
For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. These instructions may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. Using a USB device 35 Using a USB ...
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... on -screen instructions. 3. To remove a USB device, save your computer. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices. 36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices NOTE: The following...
... on -screen instructions. 3. To remove a USB device, save your computer. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the device. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices. 36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices NOTE: The following...
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... cable to the 1394 port. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an...
... cable to the 1394 port. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an...
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.... ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to the powered USB port on the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the computer. 2. Using a serial device (select models only) Select computer...
.... ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to the powered USB port on the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to the computer. 2. Using a serial device (select models only) Select computer...
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... to Internet games, interfere with a set of both hardware and software. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be alerted if specific actions are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. An antivirus program such as you receive an alert. 58 Chapter 7 Security You will...
... to Internet games, interfere with a set of both hardware and software. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be alerted if specific actions are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. An antivirus program such as you receive an alert. 58 Chapter 7 Security You will...
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... repeats the start-up test does not detect. ● System Tune-Up-This group of additional tests checks your computer to your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. Main menu Select System information To do this Run a quick or comprehensive self-test on the...
... repeats the start-up test does not detect. ● System Tune-Up-This group of additional tests checks your computer to your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. Main menu Select System information To do this Run a quick or comprehensive self-test on the...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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... access for a user or a group 93 Allowing access to a class of devices for one user of a group ......... 94 Allowing access to a specific device for one user of a group 94 Removing settings for a user or a group 95 Resetting the configuration 95 JITA Configuration 95 Creating a JITA ... group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only 103 Setup procedures ...103 Enabling the embedded security chip in Computer Setup 103 Initializing the embedded security chip 104...
... access for a user or a group 93 Allowing access to a class of devices for one user of a group ......... 94 Allowing access to a specific device for one user of a group 94 Removing settings for a user or a group 95 Resetting the configuration 95 JITA Configuration 95 Creating a JITA ... group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only 103 Setup procedures ...103 Enabling the embedded security chip in Computer Setup 103 Initializing the embedded security chip 104...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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Device Access Manager for specific individuals or groups of users. Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip to protect against unauthorized access to user ... tracing subscriptions to activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking. ● Monitors user activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete sensitive information including application files, historical or Web-related ...
Device Access Manager for specific individuals or groups of users. Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip to protect against unauthorized access to user ... tracing subscriptions to activate. ● Provides secure asset tracking. ● Monitors user activity, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets (securely delete sensitive information including application files, historical or Web-related ...