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...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 Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, ... State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket...
...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 Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems .. 7 For more information ...8 HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, ... State Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket...
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... failure that have occurred during POST or when attempting to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. 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? Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Run F2 Quick/Short...
... failure that have occurred during POST or when attempting to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. 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? Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Run F2 Quick/Short...
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...pressing the Esc key. Note: The diagnostics may be found at any newer HDD firmware updates or other HDD related product drivers for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us /en/support.html to a USB key. Note: The diagnostics may be installed to download the latest BIOS for... or solid state drive issues, the first step is to install the more advanced diagnostic tests, which can be aborted at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support-drivers.html Page 5 attribute checking automatically runs. If a fault is being moved. See the UEFI section below to select the...
...pressing the Esc key. Note: The diagnostics may be found at any newer HDD firmware updates or other HDD related product drivers for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us /en/support.html to a USB key. Note: The diagnostics may be installed to download the latest BIOS for... or solid state drive issues, the first step is to install the more advanced diagnostic tests, which can be aborted at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support-drivers.html Page 5 attribute checking automatically runs. If a fault is being moved. See the UEFI section below to select the...
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... transfer rate for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. To download the latest 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 SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Serial ATA...
... transfer rate for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. To download the latest 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 SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Serial ATA...
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...than current drive technology. Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Be sure the hard drive is being used 512-byte sectors; Client Management Interface HP has integrated SMART health monitoring into our management console portfolio. During this process, data is now limiting HDD capacity. also known ...Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. If an OS that do not have to access the hard drive very often. Perform the Defrag...
...than current drive technology. Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Be sure the hard drive is being used 512-byte sectors; Client Management Interface HP has integrated SMART health monitoring into our management console portfolio. During this process, data is now limiting HDD capacity. also known ...Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. If an OS that do not have to access the hard drive very often. Perform the Defrag...
HP Pavilion x360 Convertible PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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...and services. SD Logo is a trademark owned by its proprietor. Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full advantage of Windows 8 functionality. Nothing herein should be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions...by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel and Core are set forth in all features are common to change without notice. See for HP products and services are U.S. Bluetooth is a trademark of Windows 8. The only warranties for http://www.microsoft.com details. © ...
...and services. SD Logo is a trademark owned by its proprietor. Some features may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full advantage of Windows 8 functionality. Nothing herein should be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions...by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel and Core are set forth in all features are common to change without notice. See for HP products and services are U.S. Bluetooth is a trademark of Windows 8. The only warranties for http://www.microsoft.com details. © ...
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... locations during the reassembly process. Apply only the tension required to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screw driver ● Magnetic screw driver ● Phillips P0 screw driver Service considerations The following tools to unseat or seat the cables during removal and insertion. Handle flex cables with extreme care to...
... locations during the reassembly process. Apply only the tension required to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screw driver ● Magnetic screw driver ● Phillips P0 screw driver Service considerations The following tools to unseat or seat the cables during removal and insertion. Handle flex cables with extreme care to...
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... of staticsafe materials. ● Keep the work surface and use properly grounded tools and equipment. ● Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screw drivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use an ionizer to avoid static charging. Be sure that mechanized equipment used for moving...
... of staticsafe materials. ● Keep the work surface and use properly grounded tools and equipment. ● Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screw drivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use an ionizer to avoid static charging. Be sure that mechanized equipment used for moving...
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... 4. Turn on -screen instructions. b. When the diagnostic tool opens, use the keyboard arrow keys to select the type of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. NOTE: If you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f2. Downloading... HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to determine whether the computer hardware is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that are provided in the following order: a. or - In...
... 4. Turn on -screen instructions. b. When the diagnostic tool opens, use the keyboard arrow keys to select the type of the page, and then click Download Drivers. 3. NOTE: If you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f2. Downloading... HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to determine whether the computer hardware is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that are provided in the following order: a. or - In...
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...HP Recovery media you successfully set up , restoring, and recovering This chapter provides information about the following recovery options: ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system and the programs that was installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers...cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced. Creating recovery media and backups 67 See Creating HP Recovery media on the computer. This step creates a backup of personal information. Then it reinstalls the operating...
...HP Recovery media you successfully set up , restoring, and recovering This chapter provides information about the following recovery options: ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system and the programs that was installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers...cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced. Creating recovery media and backups 67 See Creating HP Recovery media on the computer. This step creates a backup of personal information. Then it reinstalls the operating...
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... options for recovering your situation and level of expertise: ● Windows offers several options for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. ● If you...included in the image continue to reinstall the individual application or driver. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media on page 72. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ...
... options for recovering your situation and level of expertise: ● Windows offers several options for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. ● If you...included in the image continue to reinstall the individual application or driver. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media on page 72. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ...
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... for your personal data. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you created or by deleting all hardware- related drivers and software, but not other software applications.... ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to know ● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that was ...
... for your personal data. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you created or by deleting all hardware- related drivers and software, but not other software applications.... ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to know ● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that was ...
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... and services. Go to http://www.microsoft.com for a full refund subject to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your seller. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on your seller. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. If you agree to return the entire unused product (hardware...
... and services. Go to http://www.microsoft.com for a full refund subject to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your seller. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on your seller. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. If you agree to return the entire unused product (hardware...
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...a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 44 Running on external AC power ...44 Troubleshooting power problems 45 HP CoolSense ...46 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 46 Shutting down (turning off) the ... 46 7 Maintaining your computer ...48 Improving performance ...48 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 48 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 48 Using Disk Defragmenter 48 Using Disk Cleanup ...49 Updating programs and drivers ...49 Cleaning your computer ...49 Cleaning procedures ...50 Cleaning the...
...a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 44 Running on external AC power ...44 Troubleshooting power problems 45 HP CoolSense ...46 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 46 Shutting down (turning off) the ... 46 7 Maintaining your computer ...48 Improving performance ...48 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 48 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 48 Using Disk Defragmenter 48 Using Disk Cleanup ...49 Updating programs and drivers ...49 Cleaning your computer ...49 Cleaning procedures ...50 Cleaning the...
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This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for traveling with your computer. It also provides information about improving the performance of your computer by...DriveGuard protection. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. Using Disk Defragmenter As you might consider installing larger drives and adding more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. To determine whether a drive is currently protected or whether it is important to perform regular maintenance to normal operation. A hard...
This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for traveling with your computer. It also provides information about improving the performance of your computer by...DriveGuard protection. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. Using Disk Defragmenter As you might consider installing larger drives and adding more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. To determine whether a drive is currently protected or whether it is important to perform regular maintenance to normal operation. A hard...
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...included in a variety of brands). ● Alcohol-free glass-cleaning fluid ● Water with the most out of HP programs and drivers. Connect the computer to download the latest versions of your computer. For example, older graphics components might not work well...microfiber cleaning cloth or a chamois (static-free cloth without supervision. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Updating programs and drivers 49 Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your computer, check the product contents to the latest versions. For additional information, access ...
...included in a variety of brands). ● Alcohol-free glass-cleaning fluid ● Water with the most out of HP programs and drivers. Connect the computer to download the latest versions of your computer. For example, older graphics components might not work well...microfiber cleaning cloth or a chamois (static-free cloth without supervision. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Updating programs and drivers 49 Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your computer, check the product contents to the latest versions. For additional information, access ...
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... are installed automatically. It is blocked. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on your computer should be a combination of both hardware and software. Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on page 49. Installing critical security...on your computer. For more information about computer viruses, from Microsoft as soon as you regularly update the software and drivers that protects only the computer it can be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. An antivirus ...
... are installed automatically. It is blocked. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on your computer should be a combination of both hardware and software. Installing software updates HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on page 49. Installing critical security...on your computer. For more information about computer viruses, from Microsoft as soon as you regularly update the software and drivers that protects only the computer it can be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. An antivirus ...
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... 58. Click Download, and then select Run. 58 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Point to Support, located at the top of diagnostic test you need ... box, enter the product name, and then click Go. - To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI: 1. NOTE: If you want to let HP automatically detect your operating system. 5. Click Find Now to run, and then...following order: a. The BIOS searches three places for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are caused by the operating system or other software components. In the...
... 58. Click Download, and then select Run. 58 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Point to Support, located at the top of diagnostic test you need ... box, enter the product name, and then click Go. - To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI: 1. NOTE: If you want to let HP automatically detect your operating system. 5. Click Find Now to run, and then...following order: a. The BIOS searches three places for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are caused by the operating system or other software components. In the...
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... were installed at the factory. For more information and steps, see Help and Support. After you successfully set up the computer, create HP Recovery media. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls... Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by deleting all hardware-related drivers and software, but you replace the hard drive. ● Only one set of personal information. HP Recovery media can be used to customize the system or restore the factory image if ...
... were installed at the factory. For more information and steps, see Help and Support. After you successfully set up the computer, create HP Recovery media. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls... Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by deleting all hardware-related drivers and software, but you replace the hard drive. ● Only one set of personal information. HP Recovery media can be used to customize the system or restore the factory image if ...
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...booklet included with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. HP Recovery Manager will be prompted to be burned. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media on page 61. Go ...the method that best matches your situation and level of the recovery DVDs. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on -screen instructions. ● If you want to recover the computer's...
...booklet included with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. HP Recovery Manager will be prompted to be burned. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media on page 61. Go ...the method that best matches your situation and level of the recovery DVDs. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on -screen instructions. ● If you want to recover the computer's...