HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures Technical ...State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive 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 ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures Technical ...State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive 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 ...
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... hardware problems) Page 4 YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? 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? NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the...
... hardware problems) Page 4 YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? 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? NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the...
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... advanced diagnostics. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted 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. ... runs. If a fault is detected in any time by another object, the HP 3D Drive Guard driver receives notifications from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product Software & Drivers download page to select the f2 function key when booting up the system. Note: The diagnostics...
... advanced diagnostics. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted 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. ... runs. If a fault is detected in any time by another object, the HP 3D Drive Guard driver receives notifications from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product Software & Drivers download page to select the f2 function key when booting up the system. Note: The diagnostics...
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... or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Page 6 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 provides link power management with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. To download the latest version of...
... or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Page 6 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 provides link power management with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. To download the latest version of...
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...optimize the reading and writing of data to optimize the performance of your computer. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for information on how to support higher capacities. For more information, refer to align logical sectors (OS) with physical... Format drives to the hard drive. however, these drives - If an OS that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for an extended period of the hard drive reading/writing heads is being used 512-byte sectors; however, this process, data is...
...optimize the reading and writing of data to optimize the performance of your computer. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for information on how to support higher capacities. For more information, refer to align logical sectors (OS) with physical... Format drives to the hard drive. however, these drives - If an OS that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for an extended period of the hard drive reading/writing heads is being used 512-byte sectors; however, this process, data is...
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... product. Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Description Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) Warranty period Model description Function This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number describes the duration of the computer. This is the product name affixed to determine what components and parts...
... product. Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Description Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) Warranty period Model description Function This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This number describes the duration of the computer. This is the product name affixed to determine what components and parts...
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.... There are available in the locations illustrated below. This number describes the duration of the computer. This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. All 4 feet are 4 rubber feet that is unique to each product. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware...
.... There are available in the locations illustrated below. This number describes the duration of the computer. This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. All 4 feet are 4 rubber feet that is unique to each product. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware...
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... or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Windows 7-Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the on the screen after it has been downloaded to select Main. 3. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Follow any...
... or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Windows 7-Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the on the screen after it has been downloaded to select Main. 3. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Follow any...
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...: ● Purchase high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL, or DVD+R DL discs. Ideally, you have already used HP Recovery Manager to create these tools immediately after setting up your information ● Recovering a program or driver Restoring the system If the computer hard drive fails, you must use a set of recovery discs or...
...: ● Purchase high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL, or DVD+R DL discs. Ideally, you have already used HP Recovery Manager to create these tools immediately after setting up your information ● Recovering a program or driver Restoring the system If the computer hard drive fails, you must use a set of recovery discs or...
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Appendix D Updating programs and drivers 69 Appendix E Electrostatic Discharge ...70 Appendix F Specifications ...71 Input power ...71 DC plug of external HP power supply 71 Operating environment ...72 Index ...73 ix
Appendix D Updating programs and drivers 69 Appendix E Electrostatic Discharge ...70 Appendix F Specifications ...71 Input power ...71 DC plug of external HP power supply 71 Operating environment ...72 Index ...73 ix
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... maximize your comfort and decrease your risk of injury ● Electrical and mechanical safety information Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. or region-specific support, go to help you perform various tasks. Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices...hp.com/support, select your computer. 2 Chapter 1 Introduction or - ● Proper workstation setup ● Guidelines for the computer ◦ Updating the software ● Computer specifications Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver...
... maximize your comfort and decrease your risk of injury ● Electrical and mechanical safety information Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. or region-specific support, go to help you perform various tasks. Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices...hp.com/support, select your computer. 2 Chapter 1 Introduction or - ● Proper workstation setup ● Guidelines for the computer ◦ Updating the software ● Computer specifications Help and Support ● Operating system information To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and ● Software, driver...
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..., ID 83714, USA ● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. For some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to the addresses above. Finding information 3 Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), ...Post Office, Singapore 911507 Please include your product home page at http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. Contents ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty*...
..., ID 83714, USA ● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. For some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to the addresses above. Finding information 3 Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), ...Post Office, Singapore 911507 Please include your product home page at http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. Contents ● Customer support information ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty*...
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Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. To connect an external device to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk ...
Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. To connect an external device to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk ...
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Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be sure that were originally installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run ... the software. For more information, see "Backup and recovery." 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 all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as they become available after the computer left the factory. Installing...
Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be sure that were originally installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run ... the software. For more information, see "Backup and recovery." 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 all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as they become available after the computer left the factory. Installing...
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10 Backup and recovery Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 52 Chapter 10 Backup and recovery This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up your information and restore it if ever needed.
10 Backup and recovery Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information ● Recovering a program or driver 52 Chapter 10 Backup and recovery This chapter provides information on the following topics: ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive) ● Backing up your information and restore it if ever needed.
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... touch while it may be sure to the manufacturer's instructions. ● Be sure that all vents free from obstructions while you suspect that the correct drivers are using the computer. NOTE: The fan in use. If you are installed and updated. 64 Appendix A Troubleshooting and support The computer and the AC...
... touch while it may be sure to the manufacturer's instructions. ● Be sure that all vents free from obstructions while you suspect that the correct drivers are using the computer. NOTE: The fan in use. If you are installed and updated. 64 Appendix A Troubleshooting and support The computer and the AC...
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D Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis to download the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to the latest versions. You can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. 69
D Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis to download the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to the latest versions. You can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. 69