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... a CD, DVD, or BD 71 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 72 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 73 A disc does not play automatically 74 A DVD ... before completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...
... a CD, DVD, or BD 71 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD 72 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 73 Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 73 A disc does not play automatically 74 A DVD ... before completion 75 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 75 A device driver must be reinstalled 75 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 76 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 77 Using external drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...79 Using Disk Defragmenter 79 Using Disk Cleanup ...
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... Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
... Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up your information ...108 Using Windows Backup and Restore 109 Using system restore points 110...
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..., at least one or more of the wireless devices are connected to a wireless network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are on . Wired network (connected) Indicates that all...of the wireless light and the wireless action key (f12) on the computer. Indicates that one or more network drivers are off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Individual wireless devices can use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. All of the...
..., at least one or more of the wireless devices are connected to a wireless network. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are on . Wired network (connected) Indicates that all...of the wireless light and the wireless action key (f12) on the computer. Indicates that one or more network drivers are off by the wireless action key [f12] or HP Wireless Assistant). Individual wireless devices can use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. All of the...
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...or 802.11. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. You may be prompted for your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to diagnose and repair a computer that the integrated WLAN...your computer. The listing for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Use the procedures in Help and...
...or 802.11. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. You may be prompted for your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to diagnose and repair a computer that the integrated WLAN...your computer. The listing for a WLAN device may add wireless networking capability to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Use the procedures in Help and...
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...identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. Some networks change the corresponding code in your web browser, and then go to http://www....hp.com/support. 2. Select your computer model number in the search box. 4. The SSID and network key are using was purchased separately, consult the...
...identify your computer to the network. ● For a network connected to your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for software and driver downloads, and then enter your country or region. 3. Some networks change the corresponding code in your web browser, and then go to http://www....hp.com/support. 2. Select your computer model number in the search box. 4. The SSID and network key are using was purchased separately, consult the...
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Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your desktop. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. To reduce the risk of audio features: ● Play music using your computer. When the Sound ...instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and ...
Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your desktop. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. To reduce the risk of audio features: ● Play music using your computer. When the Sound ...instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals. ● Create or "burn" audio CDs. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Windows Media Player or CyberLink PowerDVD, and ...
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...disc tray does not open for removal of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the... outer edges of the drive. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1....
...disc tray does not open for removal of a paper clip (1) into the release access in a protective case. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems The following sections describe several common issues and their solutions. Hold the disc by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the... outer edges of the drive. 2. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 73 Remove the disc (3) from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. Removing a CD, DVD, or BD 1....
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...Uninstall. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. Right-click on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Repeat for your drive (see Selecting the right... (for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). 4. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 4. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer and is not visible on , press f4 one or more times to delete the device...
...Uninstall. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as the secondary display. Right-click on any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Repeat for your drive (see Selecting the right... (for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). 4. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 4. CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer and is not visible on , press f4 one or more times to delete the device...
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...6 Drives Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the option for any devices requiring drivers. 5. Click your hard drive. When prompted, click Save, and ...on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions ...
...6 Drives Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the option for any devices requiring drivers. 5. Click your hard drive. When prompted, click Save, and ...on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions ...
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Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 3.
Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for updates. 2. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. This feature can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 3.
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...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Using external drives Removable...
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to a USB port on the computer or on an optional expansion product. Using external drives Removable...
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NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. For more USB ports, ...
NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. For more USB ports, ...
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...from the models listed. 4. If you may be able to install the updated driver. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. Open your country or region. 2. Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to step 6. 3. ...Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later.
...from the models listed. 4. If you may be able to install the updated driver. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. Open your country or region. 2. Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to step 6. 3. ...Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later.
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...to protect your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to start up your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to factory settings in the Hard Disk Drives section of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer.... 106 Appendix C Backup and recovery Tools provided by restoring the computer to recover your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Use these discs to an earlier ...
...to protect your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to start up your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to factory settings in the Hard Disk Drives section of a recovery partition, select Start > Computer.... 106 Appendix C Backup and recovery Tools provided by restoring the computer to recover your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Use these discs to an earlier ...
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..., power 11 corporate WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 56 critical updates, software 96 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 76 Windows drivers 77 Diagnostics menu 101 digital card defined 86 inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media Slot, identifying...
..., power 11 corporate WLAN connection 18 country-specific modem cable adapter 24 critical battery level 56 critical updates, software 96 CyberLink PowerDVD 39 D device drivers HP drivers 76 Windows drivers 77 Diagnostics menu 101 digital card defined 86 inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 digital dual array microphone, identifying 36 Digital Media Slot, identifying...
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... label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 75 disc play 74 drive and device driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system 63 USB cable...
... label 12 wireless certification labels 12 troubleshooting disc burning 75 disc play 74 drive and device driver problems 73 DVD movie play 74 external display 75 HP device drivers 76 modem 26 optical disc tray 73 Windows device drivers 77 wireless connection problems 20 turning off the computer 63 U unresponsive system 63 USB cable...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... ...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 Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying...
... ...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 Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying...
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..., perform a backup of Drive Failure Recommended Actions for End User to Take Document any important data! 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?
..., perform a backup of Drive Failure Recommended Actions for End User to Take Document any important data! 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?
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...may be installed to a USB key. Note: The diagnostics may be found at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html to obtain: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for operational shock is greatest when the...up the system. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted 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 download the latest BIOS for your product and OS: http://www8...
...may be installed to a USB key. Note: The diagnostics may be found at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html to obtain: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support-drivers.html Note: The 3D Drive Guard is not needed for operational shock is greatest when the...up the system. If the notebook is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted 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 download the latest BIOS for your product and OS: http://www8...
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... version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that provides up to address known issues. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller...multiple known issues that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Page 6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic, and provides link...
... version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that provides up to address known issues. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for the SATA Advanced Host Controller...multiple known issues that could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Page 6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk traffic, and provides link...