HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... Manager driver are configured with SATA in AHCI 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. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using...
... Manager driver are configured with SATA in AHCI 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. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... may not apply to your product One or more integrated wireless devices may be restricted. Such restrictions may be installed. Turn on . Select the System Configuration menu. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. In some other user-accessible location), or on . The FCC IDs are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of this product, ask for authorization to view the...
... may not apply to your product One or more integrated wireless devices may be restricted. Such restrictions may be installed. Turn on . Select the System Configuration menu. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. In some other user-accessible location), or on . The FCC IDs are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of this product, ask for authorization to view the...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... odor or smoke coming from HP should be used batteries according to the instructions. WARNING! It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for notebook computers WARNING! This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the Documentation CD that is replaced by an incorrect type. It is a safe failure. WARNING! To reduce potential...
... odor or smoke coming from HP should be used batteries according to the instructions. WARNING! It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for notebook computers WARNING! This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the Documentation CD that is replaced by an incorrect type. It is a safe failure. WARNING! To reduce potential...
User Guide
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...wireless button 22 Using operating system controls 22 Sharing data and drives and accessing software 23 Using a WLAN ...23 Using an Internet service provider 24 Setting up a WLAN 25 Configuring a wireless router 25 Protecting your WLAN 25 Connecting to a WLAN 26 Using Bluetooth wireless devices 26 4 Enjoying entertainment features ...27 Multimedia features ...27 Using the webcam ...30 Using audio ...30 Connecting speakers ...31 Connecting headphones and microphones 31 Testing your audio features 31 Using video ...32 Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable 32 Setting up HDMI...
...wireless button 22 Using operating system controls 22 Sharing data and drives and accessing software 23 Using a WLAN ...23 Using an Internet service provider 24 Setting up a WLAN 25 Configuring a wireless router 25 Protecting your WLAN 25 Connecting to a WLAN 26 Using Bluetooth wireless devices 26 4 Enjoying entertainment features ...27 Multimedia features ...27 Using the webcam ...30 Using audio ...30 Connecting speakers ...31 Connecting headphones and microphones 31 Testing your audio features 31 Using video ...32 Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable 32 Setting up HDMI...
User Guide
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...wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 61 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...61 Updating the BIOS ...61 Determining the BIOS version 61 Downloading a BIOS update 62 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 62 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...64 Creating recovery media and backups 64 Restore and recovery ...64 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 65 What you need to know 65 Using HP Recovery media...
...wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 61 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...61 Updating the BIOS ...61 Determining the BIOS version 61 Downloading a BIOS update 62 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 62 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...64 Creating recovery media and backups 64 Restore and recovery ...64 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 65 What you need to know 65 Using HP Recovery media...
User Guide
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... computer hardware and software. Be sure to find additional HP resources. Select HP Picks to the previous screen. ● Become familiar with your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps: ● If you the option to explore the new Windows® features. Pressing the Windows button or key again will return you to a wireless network. Quick Start functions like...
... computer hardware and software. Be sure to find additional HP resources. Select HP Picks to the previous screen. ● Become familiar with your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps: ● If you the option to explore the new Windows® features. Pressing the Windows button or key again will return you to a wireless network. Quick Start functions like...
User Guide
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... select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information Limited Warranty* To access this guide, from the Start screen, type ● support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Proper workstation setup Guidelines for posture and work habits that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use...
... select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information Limited Warranty* To access this guide, from the Start screen, type ● support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Proper workstation setup Guidelines for posture and work habits that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use...
User Guide
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... computer. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is off the wireless devices simultaneously. Connecting to turn off , all wireless devices are enabled at least one wireless device is on your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● Bluetooth device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to a network Your computer can use the wireless button to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio...
... computer. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is off the wireless devices simultaneously. Connecting to turn off , all wireless devices are enabled at least one wireless device is on your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● Bluetooth device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to a network Your computer can use the wireless button to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio...
User Guide
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... into the microphone. Connecting video devices by using the correct cable. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 2. Open a multimedia program and play the recording. 1. To enhance your keyboard dock, you have questions. Using video Your computer is connected to connect a high-definition monitor or television. Type c, and then tap Control Panel from the list of the video ports on your computer: Mode Steps 1. Swipe...
... into the microphone. Connecting video devices by using the correct cable. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 2. Open a multimedia program and play the recording. 1. To enhance your keyboard dock, you have questions. Using video Your computer is connected to connect a high-definition monitor or television. Type c, and then tap Control Panel from the list of the video ports on your computer: Mode Steps 1. Swipe...
User Guide
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... models have special hot key functions on -screen keyboard of the USB ports on a touch screen. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Using the TouchPad 35 Action keys do not display or function on the on the keyboard to navigate the computer screen by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using TouchPad gestures TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you to perform routine tasks. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound...
... models have special hot key functions on -screen keyboard of the USB ports on a touch screen. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Using the TouchPad 35 Action keys do not display or function on the on the keyboard to navigate the computer screen by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using TouchPad gestures TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you to perform routine tasks. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound...
User Guide
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... a wireless connection is enabled at the bottom of a DVD or a BD. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in combination with the appropriate action key. This action key can prevent the computer from operating properly. You can disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. Using the keyboard...
... a wireless connection is enabled at the bottom of a DVD or a BD. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in combination with the appropriate action key. This action key can prevent the computer from operating properly. You can disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. Using the keyboard...
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... exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your Windows password before your work returns to the keyboard dock, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. Click Save changes. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to the screen. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password...
... exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your Windows password before your work returns to the keyboard dock, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. Click Save changes. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to the screen. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password...
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... Power Options. ● Turn off wireless when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to remove or replace the factory-sealed battery. NOTE: For additional information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for battery disposal. Removing or replacing the battery...
... Power Options. ● Turn off wireless when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to remove or replace the factory-sealed battery. NOTE: For additional information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for battery disposal. Removing or replacing the battery...
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... as soon as you are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, from external power. You do not have to shut down computer is lost when the computer shuts down the unresponsive tablet: ▲ Press both the Windows key and the power button at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from the Start screen, type smart, and then select Intel...
... as soon as you are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, from external power. You do not have to shut down computer is lost when the computer shuts down the unresponsive tablet: ▲ Press both the Windows key and the power button at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from the Start screen, type smart, and then select Intel...
User Guide
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... run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. Using Disk Defragmenter As you start Disk Defragmenter, it works without supervision. Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your drives. 3. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for traveling with your computer. A fragmented drive means data on the hard drive become fragmented. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk...
... run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. Using Disk Defragmenter As you start Disk Defragmenter, it works without supervision. Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your drives. 3. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for traveling with your computer. A fragmented drive means data on the hard drive become fragmented. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk...
User Guide
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... same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in a file on the computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other third-party software can be available on your computer. Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords: ● To reduce the risk of being locked...
... same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in a file on the computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other third-party software can be available on your computer. Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords: ● To reduce the risk of being locked...
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... correct security problems and improve software performance. An antivirus program may have caused. A firewall can be kept up to the operating system and other software may be software you use the antivirus program of your computer and/or network, or it is monitored and compared with a set of both hardware and software. Installing Windows updates Updates to date. Using firewall software Firewalls are installed automatically. preinstalled on -screen instructions. It...
... correct security problems and improve software performance. An antivirus program may have caused. A firewall can be kept up to the operating system and other software may be software you use the antivirus program of your computer and/or network, or it is monitored and compared with a set of both hardware and software. Installing Windows updates Updates to date. Using firewall software Firewalls are installed automatically. preinstalled on -screen instructions. It...
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... download is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You will need this path when you connect your BIOS, make a note of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is complete. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Click your hard drive. Double-click the file that are ready to your computer. If no instructions...
... download is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. You will need this path when you connect your BIOS, make a note of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is complete. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Click your hard drive. Double-click the file that are ready to your computer. If no instructions...
User Guide
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... an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly. 1. Restore and recovery 65 NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. You can also find contact information from support. restore point. For more information, see Recovering using Windows System Restore, see .Creating recovery media and backups on -screen instructions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that you need to know ● HP Recovery media must use HP Recovery media to...
... an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly. 1. Restore and recovery 65 NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. You can also find contact information from support. restore point. For more information, see Recovering using Windows System Restore, see .Creating recovery media and backups on -screen instructions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that you need to know ● HP Recovery media must use HP Recovery media to...
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...memory card reader, identifying 14 micro memory card reader, identifying 6 minimized image creating 65 mouse, external setting preferences 35 mute light, identifying 11 O operating environment 67 optional external devices, using 51 original system recovery 65 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 58 Windows 58 pinching Touch screen 18 TouchPad 37 ports HDMI 13, 29, 32 USB 13, 14, 29, 30 power battery 45 power button, identifying 5 power connector, identifying 5, 13 product name and number, computer 15 public WLAN connection 26 R recovery discs 65 HP Recovery Manager 65 media 65 system 65 USB flash...
...memory card reader, identifying 14 micro memory card reader, identifying 6 minimized image creating 65 mouse, external setting preferences 35 mute light, identifying 11 O operating environment 67 optional external devices, using 51 original system recovery 65 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 58 Windows 58 pinching Touch screen 18 TouchPad 37 ports HDMI 13, 29, 32 USB 13, 14, 29, 30 power battery 45 power button, identifying 5 power connector, identifying 5, 13 product name and number, computer 15 public WLAN connection 26 R recovery discs 65 HP Recovery Manager 65 media 65 system 65 USB flash...