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... 71 Copying 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 ...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 ...79 Replacing the hard drive ...80 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB ...
... 71 Copying 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 ...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 ...79 Replacing the hard drive ...80 7 External devices and external media cards Using a USB ...
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...Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional computer headset ...microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Produces sound when connected to cycle on select models Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Components 7 Connects an optional USB...
...Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional computer headset ...microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital media slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Produces sound when connected to cycle on select models Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Components 7 Connects an optional USB...
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NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Contains the two memory module slots. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Vents (4) (3) Battery release latch (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Contains the two memory module slots. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Vents (4) (3) Battery release latch (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features
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... is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the computer. This certificate is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the...
... is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the computer. This certificate is affixed inside the hard drive bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the...
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... audio or video playback functionality, or loss of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while...
... audio or video playback functionality, or loss of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while...
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... performance from its external power source, but the battery will discharge faster while you are using the computer, but do not turn off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will charge faster if the computer is being discharged.
... performance from its external power source, but the battery will discharge faster while you are using the computer, but do not turn off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will charge faster if the computer is being discharged.
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... belts, use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. An external hard drive must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it . If a drive must be handled with care. Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. The airport ...security devices that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. If you move the computer while the optical drive is the only source of information, observe these precautions: Before...
... belts, use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. An external hard drive must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it . If a drive must be handled with care. Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. The airport ...security devices that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. If you move the computer while the optical drive is the only source of information, observe these precautions: Before...
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... large projects that you burn them to free up disk space After data is ideal for your computer may not support all the types of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to erase or write over data that... disc is recorded, it cannot be erased or written over . This type of computer files and scanned home records ● Offloading files from your hard drive to a CD or DVD that can be erased or written over . DVDs and BDs are widely used for commercial audio recordings and are updated frequently...
... large projects that you burn them to free up disk space After data is ideal for your computer may not support all the types of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to erase or write over data that... disc is recorded, it cannot be erased or written over . This type of computer files and scanned home records ● Offloading files from your hard drive to a CD or DVD that can be erased or written over . DVDs and BDs are widely used for commercial audio recordings and are updated frequently...
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... to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software help, or on your hard drive, and then burn from a network drive to make unauthorized copies of copyrightprotected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. After the information... is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to a destination disc. Optical drive 71 Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to your hard drive. 4. Save the information to a disc. NOTE: For details about using . ...
... to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software help, or on your hard drive, and then burn from a network drive to make unauthorized copies of copyrightprotected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. After the information... is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to a destination disc. Optical drive 71 Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to your hard drive. 4. Save the information to a disc. NOTE: For details about using . ...
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...be changed . ● DVD players used in subfolders. 4. If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you have selected. MP3 files can use this computer for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to the software manufacturer's instructions, ...software such as directed by the program you can be provided with the software, on disc, or on computers with your hard drive. 2. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Observe the following guidelines when burning a CD or DVD: ● Before burning a disc, save and close...
...be changed . ● DVD players used in subfolders. 4. If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you have selected. MP3 files can use this computer for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to the software manufacturer's instructions, ...software such as directed by the program you can be provided with the software, on disc, or on computers with your hard drive. 2. Download or copy the source files into the optical drive. 3. Observe the following guidelines when burning a CD or DVD: ● Before burning a disc, save and close...
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... properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you want to a new disc, and then burn from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Repeat for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on an external display 1....as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. 4. A DVD movie is also available from your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to delete. The process of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. Troubleshooting...
... properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If you want to a new disc, and then burn from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Repeat for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on an external display 1....as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. Right-click the device listing, and then click Uninstall. 4. A DVD movie is also available from your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to delete. The process of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. Troubleshooting...
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...Click your country or region. 2. NOTE: In some locations you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is...6. Click the option for hardware changes. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives To do so, restart your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. If uninstalling and...double-click the file to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click Install now to step 6. 3. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq,...
...Click your country or region. 2. NOTE: In some locations you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is...6. Click the option for hardware changes. When the list of the device. 76 Chapter 6 Drives To do so, restart your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. If uninstalling and...double-click the file to open files, and then continue with the restart. 6. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click Install now to step 6. 3. NOTE: If you want a specific SoftPaq,...
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...: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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 reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or...
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... for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your computer manually at least once a month. Refer to run more ...set Disk Defragmenter to your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Click Defragment disk. Improving hard drive performance 79 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the size of your hard drive and the number of your computer...
... for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your computer manually at least once a month. Refer to run more ...set Disk Defragmenter to your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Click Defragment disk. Improving hard drive performance 79 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the size of your hard drive and the number of your computer...
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...all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer. 7. If you , loosen the hard drive cover screws. 8. Save your work. 2. Remove the battery from the computer (1). 80 Chapter 6 Drives Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: ... flat surface. 6. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on , in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. Unplug the power cord from the hard drive bay. Turn the computer upside down the ...
...all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer. 7. If you , loosen the hard drive cover screws. 8. Save your work. 2. Remove the battery from the computer (1). 80 Chapter 6 Drives Replacing the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: ... flat surface. 6. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on , in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. Unplug the power cord from the hard drive bay. Turn the computer upside down the ...
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Remove the hard drive screws. 10. Replacing the hard drive 81 9. Pull the hard drive tab up (3), disconnect the hard drive cable from the motherboard (4), and then lift the hard drive away from the computer.
Remove the hard drive screws. 10. Replacing the hard drive 81 9. Pull the hard drive tab up (3), disconnect the hard drive cable from the motherboard (4), and then lift the hard drive away from the computer.
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Replace the hard drive screws. 3. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the hard drive tab (2) to the motherboard (4), insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1), and then press down on the computer. 4. Close the cover (2). 82 Chapter 6 Drives Connect the hard drive cable to ensure that the drive is firmly seated. 2. To install a hard drive: 1.
Replace the hard drive screws. 3. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the hard drive tab (2) to the motherboard (4), insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1), and then press down on the computer. 4. Close the cover (2). 82 Chapter 6 Drives Connect the hard drive cable to ensure that the drive is firmly seated. 2. To install a hard drive: 1.
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Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 6. Reconnect any external devices. Replacing the hard drive 83 Reconnect power to the computer. 9. 5. Replace the battery. 7. Turn the computer right-side up. 8.
Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 6. Reconnect any external devices. Replacing the hard drive 83 Reconnect power to the computer. 9. 5. Replace the battery. 7. Turn the computer right-side up. 8.
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...;Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test... . Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on a secondary hard drive. Set the following boot options: ● POST Hotkey Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility...
...;Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test... . Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on a secondary hard drive. Set the following boot options: ● POST Hotkey Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility...
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...or Hibernation. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your computer and access the BIOS update you are displayed on your hard drive designation. You will be downloaded. Complete the installation by following the instructions on battery power or connected to an optional power source...download and installation, follow these steps: 1. Do not shut down after the download is later than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that are ready to install the update. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS...
...or Hibernation. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your computer and access the BIOS update you are displayed on your hard drive designation. You will be downloaded. Complete the installation by following the instructions on battery power or connected to an optional power source...download and installation, follow these steps: 1. Do not shut down after the download is later than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that are ready to install the update. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS...