HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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... drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support ... • Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to address known issues. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that provides up to 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic, and ...
... drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support ... • Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to address known issues. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that provides up to 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic, and ...
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......15 Checking audio functions on the computer 15 Webcam (select models only) ...15 Video ...16 VGA ...16 DisplayPort ...17 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 4 Power management ...20 Shutting down the computer ...20 Setting power options ......Viewing the current power plan 22 Selecting a different power plan 22 Customizing power plans 22 Setting password protection on wakeup 23 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 24 Using battery power ...24 Finding additional battery information 24 Using Battery Check ...25 Displaying the ...
......15 Checking audio functions on the computer 15 Webcam (select models only) ...15 Video ...16 VGA ...16 DisplayPort ...17 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 4 Power management ...20 Shutting down the computer ...20 Setting power options ......Viewing the current power plan 22 Selecting a different power plan 22 Customizing power plans 22 Setting password protection on wakeup 23 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 24 Using battery power ...24 Finding additional battery information 24 Using Battery Check ...25 Displaying the ...
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... Media Card Reader cards (select models only 31 Inserting a digital card ...31 Removing a digital card ...32 Using ExpressCards (select models only 32 Configuring an ExpressCard 32 Inserting an ExpressCard 33 Removing an ExpressCard 34 Using smart cards (select models only 34 Inserting a smart card ...35 Removing a ...42 Handling drives ...42 Using hard drives ...43 Improving hard drive performance 43 Using Disk Defragmenter 43 Using Disk Cleanup 43 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 44 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 44 Managing power with a parked hard drive 44 Using...
... Media Card Reader cards (select models only 31 Inserting a digital card ...31 Removing a digital card ...32 Using ExpressCards (select models only 32 Configuring an ExpressCard 32 Inserting an ExpressCard 33 Removing an ExpressCard 34 Using smart cards (select models only 34 Inserting a smart card ...35 Removing a ...42 Handling drives ...42 Using hard drives ...43 Improving hard drive performance 43 Using Disk Defragmenter 43 Using Disk Cleanup 43 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 44 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 44 Managing power with a parked hard drive 44 Using...
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... computers may connect to the Internet using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. The inability to consistently connect two or more information, ... provide peer-to-peer capability that traditionally link electronic devices such as a gateway through Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may resemble analog telephone jacks, ...
... computers may connect to the Internet using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. The inability to consistently connect two or more information, ... provide peer-to-peer capability that traditionally link electronic devices such as a gateway through Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may resemble analog telephone jacks, ...
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of configuring the modem in a way that meets the operating standards of losing your home country or region settings, do not have a location already set the internal ... USA or UK is located. In the Location name box, type a name (such as the current location setting, select your home country or region configuration, add a new configuration for the country or region in which you can add multiple location settings for any time. Select a country or region from the settings in...
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of configuring the modem in a way that meets the operating standards of losing your home country or region settings, do not have a location already set the internal ... USA or UK is located. In the Location name box, type a name (such as the current location setting, select your home country or region configuration, add a new configuration for the country or region in which you can add multiple location settings for any time. Select a country or region from the settings in...
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... for additional information. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the HDMI device. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: 1. On the Playback tab, click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device (HDMI). 3. To connect a ... displayed on your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on the computer. NOTE: To...
... for additional information. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the HDMI device. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: 1. On the Playback tab, click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device (HDMI). 3. To connect a ... displayed on your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on the computer. NOTE: To...
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...whenever it is automatically decreased to optimize your work in hypothetical system configurations ● Predefined power profiles ● Usage details and graphs showing power consumption trends over time To start HP Power Assistant when Windows is plugged into external AC power. To ... Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the Getting Started guide. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to help you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is...
...whenever it is automatically decreased to optimize your work in hypothetical system configurations ● Predefined power profiles ● Usage details and graphs showing power consumption trends over time To start HP Power Assistant when Windows is plugged into external AC power. To ... Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the Getting Started guide. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to help you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is...
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... to increase application power and performance Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) 29 If your notebook graphics processor configuration. Open the Catalyst Control Center by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. Using dual graphics ...CPUs) and AMD Trinity series Accelerated Processing Units (APUs) support switchable graphics. Right-click on the desktop, and then select Configure Switchable Graphics. 2. You can also manually modify the settings for processing graphics: ● Performance mode-Runs application with optimal performance...
... to increase application power and performance Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) 29 If your notebook graphics processor configuration. Open the Catalyst Control Center by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. Using dual graphics ...CPUs) and AMD Trinity series Accelerated Processing Units (APUs) support switchable graphics. Right-click on the desktop, and then select Configure Switchable Graphics. 2. You can also manually modify the settings for processing graphics: ● Performance mode-Runs application with optimal performance...
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... the card does not eject, pull the card out of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card. 1. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Click the remove hardware icon in...
... the card does not eject, pull the card out of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card. 1. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Click the remove hardware icon in...
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...for all supported models. Go to the HP website at http://www.hp.com/go/sdm, and follow the instructions to http://www.hp.com/go to download and install SoftPaq Download Manager. Open your operating system and language filters in the Configuration Options window. When SoftPaq Download Manager ...opens for the first time, a window is displayed asking if you want to SoftPaq information for the computer you to specify one or two SoftPaqs and have used HP SoftPaq Download Manager previously, go...
...for all supported models. Go to the HP website at http://www.hp.com/go/sdm, and follow the instructions to http://www.hp.com/go to download and install SoftPaq Download Manager. Open your operating system and language filters in the Configuration Options window. When SoftPaq Download Manager ...opens for the first time, a window is displayed asking if you want to SoftPaq information for the computer you to specify one or two SoftPaqs and have used HP SoftPaq Download Manager previously, go...
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...the first device of each type of boot device (except for optical devices). For example, if the computer is connected to select System Configuration > Device Configurations. However, if there are two optical devices, and the first optical device does not boot (either because it will try to boot to...arrow keys to an optional docking device (select models only) that contains a hard drive, this USB hard drive and fails, it by selecting System Configuration > Port Options, and then selecting USB Port. - Instead, it does not contain media or the media is displayed at the bottom of the...
...the first device of each type of boot device (except for optical devices). For example, if the computer is connected to select System Configuration > Device Configurations. However, if there are two optical devices, and the first optical device does not boot (either because it will try to boot to...arrow keys to an optional docking device (select models only) that contains a hard drive, this USB hard drive and fails, it by selecting System Configuration > Port Options, and then selecting USB Port. - Instead, it does not contain media or the media is displayed at the bottom of the...
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... f9 prompt To dynamically choose a boot device for the current startup sequence, follow these steps: 1. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Boot Options, and then press enter. 4. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select a boot device, and then press enter.
... f9 prompt To dynamically choose a boot device for the current startup sequence, follow these steps: 1. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Boot Options, and then press enter. 4. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select a boot device, and then press enter.
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... with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. 77 ● If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use the computer. WARNING! Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary.
... with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. 77 ● If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use the computer. WARNING! Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary.
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... devices 73 navigating and selecting 65 restoring factory settings 66 setting boot order 74 setting MultiBoot Express prompt 75 computer, traveling 26, 76 configuring audio for HDMI 18 ExpressCards 32 connecting to existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 40 conservation, power... 38 eSATA devices connecting 38 defined 37 removing 38 existing wireless network, connecting to 5 expansion port 40 ExpressCard configuring 32 defined 32 inserting 33 removing 34 removing insert 33 external AC power, using 27 external devices 39 external drive 39 80...
... devices 73 navigating and selecting 65 restoring factory settings 66 setting boot order 74 setting MultiBoot Express prompt 75 computer, traveling 26, 76 configuring audio for HDMI 18 ExpressCards 32 connecting to existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 40 conservation, power... 38 eSATA devices connecting 38 defined 37 removing 38 existing wireless network, connecting to 5 expansion port 40 ExpressCard configuring 32 defined 32 inserting 33 removing 34 removing insert 33 external AC power, using 27 external devices 39 external drive 39 80...
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... 50 finding more information 1 fingerprint reader 57 firewall software 6, 58 G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19...
... 50 finding more information 1 fingerprint reader 57 firewall software 6, 58 G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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... Manager Administrative Console 21 Opening HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 22 Using Administrative Console ...22 Configuring your system ...23 Setting up authentication for your computer 23 Logon Policy ...23 Session Policy 24 Settings ...24 Managing users ...24 ...Credentials ...25 SpareKey ...25 Fingerprints ...25 Face ...26 Smart card ...26 Initializing the smart card 26 Registering the smart card 27 Configuring the smart card 28 Contactless card 28 Proximity card 28 Bluetooth ...28 PIN ...29 Applications ...29 General tab ...29 Applications tab ...29 Antimalware ...
... Manager Administrative Console 21 Opening HP ProtectTools Administrative Console 22 Using Administrative Console ...22 Configuring your system ...23 Setting up authentication for your computer 23 Logon Policy ...23 Session Policy 24 Settings ...24 Managing users ...24 ...Credentials ...25 SpareKey ...25 Fingerprints ...25 Face ...26 Smart card ...26 Initializing the smart card 26 Registering the smart card 27 Configuring the smart card 28 Contactless card 28 Proximity card 28 Bluetooth ...28 PIN ...29 Applications ...29 General tab ...29 Applications tab ...29 Antimalware ...
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...Backing up encryption keys 61 Recovering access to an activated computer using backup keys 62 Recovering encryption keys 63 7 Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only 65 Opening Privacy Manager ...65 Setup procedures ...66 Managing Privacy Manager Certificates 66 Installing a Privacy Manager ... Trusted Contact 72 Checking revocation status for a Trusted Contact 72 General tasks ...73 Using Privacy Manager in Microsoft Outlook 73 Configuring Privacy Manager for Microsoft Outlook 73 Signing and sending an email message 73 Sealing and sending an email message 74 Viewing a ...
...Backing up encryption keys 61 Recovering access to an activated computer using backup keys 62 Recovering encryption keys 63 7 Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only 65 Opening Privacy Manager ...65 Setup procedures ...66 Managing Privacy Manager Certificates 66 Installing a Privacy Manager ... Trusted Contact 72 Checking revocation status for a Trusted Contact 72 General tasks ...73 Using Privacy Manager in Microsoft Outlook 73 Configuring Privacy Manager for Microsoft Outlook 73 Signing and sending an email message 73 Sealing and sending an email message 74 Viewing a ...
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... Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 78 Restoring Privacy Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 78 Central administration of Privacy Manager 79 8 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only 81 Shredding ...81 Free space bleaching ...81 Opening File Sanitizer ...82 Setup procedures ...82 Setting a shred schedule...bleaching 88 Aborting a shred or free space bleaching operation 88 Viewing the log files ...88 9 Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only 89 Opening Device Access Manager ...89 Setup Procedures ...90 Configuring device access 90 vii
... Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 78 Restoring Privacy Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 78 Central administration of Privacy Manager 79 8 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only 81 Shredding ...81 Free space bleaching ...81 Opening File Sanitizer ...82 Setup procedures ...82 Setting a shred schedule...bleaching 88 Aborting a shred or free space bleaching operation 88 Viewing the log files ...88 9 Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only 89 Opening Device Access Manager ...89 Setup Procedures ...90 Configuring device access 90 vii
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... 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 for a user or group 96 Creating an extendable JITA for a user or group 96 Disabling a JITA... for a user or group 97 Advanced Settings ...98 Device Administrators group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP...
... 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 for a user or group 96 Creating an extendable JITA for a user or group 96 Disabling a JITA... for a user or group 97 Advanced Settings ...98 Device Administrators group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP...
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... to the computer, networks, and critical data. HP ProtectTools software modules may vary depending on your computer may be preinstalled, preloaded, or available for all users. ● Allows users to configure options provided by an administrator. ● Allows administrators... configures options or requirements for download from the HP website. NOTE: The instructions in this guide are configured by an administrator and not available to provide users limited control of some HP ProtectTools modules. Application HP ProtectTools Administrative Console (for administrators) HP ...
... to the computer, networks, and critical data. HP ProtectTools software modules may vary depending on your computer may be preinstalled, preloaded, or available for all users. ● Allows users to configure options provided by an administrator. ● Allows administrators... configures options or requirements for download from the HP website. NOTE: The instructions in this guide are configured by an administrator and not available to provide users limited control of some HP ProtectTools modules. Application HP ProtectTools Administrative Console (for administrators) HP ...