HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... 6 Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. 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 Sysprep with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models...
... 6 Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. 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 Sysprep with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the product, either under the battery, under a user-removable door (or some environments, the use in hazardous locations, and so on the wireless or modem module. Turn on . Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Some of wireless devices may apply on-board airplanes, in hospitals, near explosives, in the...
... then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the product, either under the battery, under a user-removable door (or some environments, the use in hazardous locations, and so on the wireless or modem module. Turn on . Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Some of wireless devices may apply on-board airplanes, in hospitals, near explosives, in the...
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... in a safe and controlled manner. Dispose of overheating the computer, do not use the computer: crackling, hissing, or popping sound, or a strong odor or smoke coming from children. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for notebook computers WARNING! The computer and the AC adapter comply with the computer, a replacement battery provided by the International Standard for...
... in a safe and controlled manner. Dispose of overheating the computer, do not use the computer: crackling, hissing, or popping sound, or a strong odor or smoke coming from children. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for notebook computers WARNING! The computer and the AC adapter comply with the computer, a replacement battery provided by the International Standard for...
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...
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... guide to do with the computer hardware and software. Pressing the Windows button or key again will return you can download to view all the available apps. 3. Revert to access the HP Apps Store. IMPORTANT: You must be connected to the Internet to the familiar Start screen (select models only) 1 Quick Start functions like the traditional Windows Start menu and enables you haven't already done so, connect to use the familiar Start menu from an open HP Quick Start...
... guide to do with the computer hardware and software. Pressing the Windows button or key again will return you can download to view all the available apps. 3. Revert to access the HP Apps Store. IMPORTANT: You must be connected to the Internet to the familiar Start screen (select models only) 1 Quick Start functions like the traditional Windows Start menu and enables you haven't already done so, connect to use the familiar Start menu from an open HP Quick Start...
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... support ● Support telephone numbers ● HP service center locations Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information Limited Warranty* To access this guide. To locate resources that increase your comfort and decrease your risk of using Windows® Help and Support To access...
... support ● Support telephone numbers ● HP service center locations Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information Limited Warranty* To access this guide. To locate resources that increase your comfort and decrease your risk of using Windows® Help and Support To access...
User Guide
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... of websites using these features: ● Wireless button, wireless switch, or wireless key (referred to in Help and Support. But even at the factory, you go. Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in corporate offices, your wireless devices, not the status of wires. All of the wireless devices on your computer and a wired or wireless network connection. If the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are enabled at home, you turn off...
... of websites using these features: ● Wireless button, wireless switch, or wireless key (referred to in Help and Support. But even at the factory, you go. Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in corporate offices, your wireless devices, not the status of wires. All of the wireless devices on your computer and a wired or wireless network connection. If the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are enabled at home, you turn off...
User Guide
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... TouchPad or touch screen to a network. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Connecting video devices by using the correct cable. Save the file to your desktop. 4. Save the file to connect a high-definition monitor or television. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. Check the device manufacturer's instructions...
... TouchPad or touch screen to a network. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Connecting video devices by using the correct cable. Save the file to your desktop. 4. Save the file to connect a high-definition monitor or television. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. Check the device manufacturer's instructions...
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... external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to the keyboard and mouse. Action keys do not display or function on the on the keyboard dock. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to one of the USB ports on -screen keyboard of the tablet. The guide provides information on a touch screen. You can customize the touch gestures by using simple finger movements. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Review...
... external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to the keyboard and mouse. Action keys do not display or function on the on the keyboard dock. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to one of the USB ports on -screen keyboard of the tablet. The guide provides information on a touch screen. You can customize the touch gestures by using simple finger movements. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Review...
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... about the Windows operating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to the system. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the computer, pressing this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS). f11 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of the screen. NOTE: A wireless network must press the fn key in Setup Utility (BIOS). Using the keyboard and mouse 41
... about the Windows operating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to the system. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the computer, pressing this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS). f11 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of the screen. NOTE: A wireless network must press the fn key in Setup Utility (BIOS). Using the keyboard and mouse 41
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... enter your Windows password before your work will return to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the keyboard dock, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen...
... enter your Windows password before your work will return to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the keyboard dock, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen...
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... external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to remove or replace the factory-sealed battery. The computer takes the following tools and information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and power settings on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your work, initiate Sleep or shut down and loses any external media cards...
... external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to remove or replace the factory-sealed battery. The computer takes the following tools and information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and power settings on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your work, initiate Sleep or shut down and loses any external media cards...
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... Connect Technology. When the charms list opens, click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Shut down . From the Start screen, point to display the charms, tap Settings, tap the Power icon, and then tap Shut down command. You do not have to wait while updates are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen...
... Connect Technology. When the charms list opens, click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Shut down . From the Start screen, point to display the charms, tap Settings, tap the Power icon, and then tap Shut down command. You do not have to wait while updates are downloaded. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen...
User Guide
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..., thus slowing down the computer. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in optimal condition. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for unnecessary files that the system can run on your hard drive at any time. Using Disk Defragmenter As you use your drives. 3. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or physically reorganizes) the fragmented...
..., thus slowing down the computer. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in optimal condition. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for unnecessary files that the system can run on your hard drive at any time. Using Disk Defragmenter As you use your drives. 3. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or physically reorganizes) the fragmented...
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...-party software can be set in Windows or in a secure place away from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Tablet risk Unauthorized use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. 9 Securing your computer and information Tablet security is long and has letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you send your computer for service...
...-party software can be set in Windows or in a secure place away from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Tablet risk Unauthorized use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. 9 Securing your computer and information Tablet security is long and has letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you send your computer for service...
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... the computer from security breaches and viruses, install all the computers on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your computer. You can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them , and in order to protect all critical updates from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. For more information about computer...
... the computer from security breaches and viruses, install all the computers on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your computer. You can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them , and in order to protect all critical updates from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. For more information about computer...
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... Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. If no instructions are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or other software components. 62 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) BIOS installation...
... Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. If no instructions are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or other software components. 62 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) BIOS installation...
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From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you wish to its original factory state by using Windows System Restore, see Creating recovery media and backups on page 64. ● If the HP Recovery media does not work, you created into a USB port on -screen instructions. For more information and steps for using the HP Recovery media you created, and then restart the computer. - What you must be used if...
From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you wish to its original factory state by using Windows System Restore, see Creating recovery media and backups on page 64. ● If the HP Recovery media does not work, you created into a USB port on -screen instructions. For more information and steps for using the HP Recovery media you created, and then restart the computer. - What you must be used if...
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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...