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... the System 7-11 Using the IDE Drive Light 7-11 Caring for Drives 7-12 Replacing the Internal Hard Drive 7-13 Memory 7-17 Increasing Memory 7-17 Removing or Inserting a Memory Module 7-18 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Software Updates 8-1 Preparing for a Software Update 8-2 ...
... the System 7-11 Using the IDE Drive Light 7-11 Caring for Drives 7-12 Replacing the Internal Hard Drive 7-13 Memory 7-17 Increasing Memory 7-17 Removing or Inserting a Memory Module 7-18 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Software Updates 8-1 Preparing for a Software Update 8-2 ...
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... light on the power button is visible only when the notebook is in standby. Blinking: Notebook is open; Both lights display the same information. Off: Notebook is off. 2 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. 3 Battery light On: The battery pack is fully charged or...
... light on the power button is visible only when the notebook is in standby. Blinking: Notebook is open; Both lights display the same information. Off: Notebook is off. 2 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. 3 Battery light On: The battery pack is fully charged or...
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... bay 3 Exhaust vents (4)† Description Releases a battery pack from the battery bay. Holds the internal hard drive. *Battery packs vary by model. †The notebook has 4 vents. Hardware and Software Guide 1-21 Holds a battery pack. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing...
... bay 3 Exhaust vents (4)† Description Releases a battery pack from the battery bay. Holds the internal hard drive. *Battery packs vary by model. †The notebook has 4 vents. Hardware and Software Guide 1-21 Holds a battery pack. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing...
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... a CD, DVD, PC Card, or digital memory card. Hibernation is complete, the power/standby and power button lights are turned off. When hibernation is a Windows-based feature that saves your place manually after restarting the notebook in Windows at default settings, hibernation can be possible to a hibernation file on the hard drive and then...
... a CD, DVD, PC Card, or digital memory card. Hibernation is complete, the power/standby and power button lights are turned off. When hibernation is a Windows-based feature that saves your place manually after restarting the notebook in Windows at default settings, hibernation can be possible to a hibernation file on the hard drive and then...
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...will be lost when the battery pack is fully discharged and the notebook is shut down. ■ The system will not turn off a connected optional monitor. ■ The system will not decrease hard drive speed while the notebook is idle. ■ System-initiated standby will discharge faster if... the notebook is in the Running on throughout the discharge process. Record all settings in the Plugged in ...
...will be lost when the battery pack is fully discharged and the notebook is shut down. ■ The system will not turn off a connected optional monitor. ■ The system will not decrease hard drive speed while the notebook is idle. ■ System-initiated standby will discharge faster if... the notebook is in the Running on throughout the discharge process. Record all settings in the Plugged in ...
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... from a source disc to a destination disc or from your hard drive, and then copy from a network drive to a disc. Instead, copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive to the destination disc. ■ Do not use the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while the notebook is sensitive to a reliable external power source. It also plays...
... from a source disc to a destination disc or from your hard drive, and then copy from a network drive to a disc. Instead, copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive to the destination disc. ■ Do not use the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while the notebook is sensitive to a reliable external power source. It also plays...
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... 7-11 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Drives Adding a Drive to the 1394 port. Using the IDE Drive Light Internal hard drive or optical drive activity is indicated by notebook model. An optional drive can also be added to the system by connecting it, as a Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card. Hard drive capacity can be added with a microdrive PC Card or a digital memory...
... 7-11 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Drives Adding a Drive to the 1394 port. Using the IDE Drive Light Internal hard drive or optical drive activity is indicated by notebook model. An optional drive can also be added to the system by connecting it, as a Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card. Hard drive capacity can be added with a microdrive PC Card or a digital memory...
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..., use x-rays instead of work: ■ Do not remove the internal hard drive except for Drives Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook or a drive and loss of magnetism and will not damage a hard drive or a diskette. ■ Do not spray a drive with cleaning products. ■ Avoid exposing a drive to liquids or temperature extremes. ■ If you insert...
..., use x-rays instead of work: ■ Do not remove the internal hard drive except for Drives Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook or a drive and loss of magnetism and will not damage a hard drive or a diskette. ■ Do not spray a drive with cleaning products. ■ Avoid exposing a drive to liquids or temperature extremes. ■ If you insert...
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To replace the internal hard drive: 1. Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Replacing the Internal Hard Drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on in Chapter 3, "Power." Turn the notebook upside down the notebook. Loosen the 2 hard drive security screws. For battery pack removal instructions, refer to the notebook. ■ Disconnect the notebook from external power and remove...
To replace the internal hard drive: 1. Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Replacing the Internal Hard Drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on in Chapter 3, "Power." Turn the notebook upside down the notebook. Loosen the 2 hard drive security screws. For battery pack removal instructions, refer to the notebook. ■ Disconnect the notebook from external power and remove...
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Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 3. To remove the hard drive cover and expose the hard drive tab 1, slide the cover 2 slightly toward the left and then lift the cover upward and away from the notebook. 4. To remove the hard drive, pull upward on the hard drive tab 1 to release the hard drive, and then lift the hard drive 2 out of the hard drive bay. 7-14 Hardware and Software Guide
Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 3. To remove the hard drive cover and expose the hard drive tab 1, slide the cover 2 slightly toward the left and then lift the cover upward and away from the notebook. 4. To remove the hard drive, pull upward on the hard drive tab 1 to release the hard drive, and then lift the hard drive 2 out of the hard drive bay. 7-14 Hardware and Software Guide
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To insert the replacement hard drive, tilt the connector edge of the notebook until it is seated 2. Replace the hard drive cover. a. Slide the cover slightly toward the right side of the hard drive 1 downward, and then lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay until the cover is seated 2. 6. Place the cover 1 over the hard drive bay. Hardware and Software Guide 7-15 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 5. b.
To insert the replacement hard drive, tilt the connector edge of the notebook until it is seated 2. Replace the hard drive cover. a. Slide the cover slightly toward the right side of the hard drive 1 downward, and then lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay until the cover is seated 2. 6. Place the cover 1 over the hard drive bay. Hardware and Software Guide 7-15 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 5. b.
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Tighten the 2 hard drive security screws. 7-16 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 7.
Tighten the 2 hard drive security screws. 7-16 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 7.
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... enough free space for the larger hibernation file. ■ To display the amount of RAM in the notebook by adding memory modules to vacant memory slots or by your hard drive is increased, the Windows operating system increases the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file. Hardware and Software Guide 7-17 Depending on your...
... enough free space for the larger hibernation file. ■ To display the amount of RAM in the notebook by adding memory modules to vacant memory slots or by your hard drive is increased, the Windows operating system increases the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file. Hardware and Software Guide 7-17 Depending on your...
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... a memory module. Ä CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic discharge from external power. 5. The memory compartment and the battery and hard drive bays are unsure whether the notebook is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on the notebook. If you are the only user-accessible internal compartments on in Windows and then shut it down through...
... a memory module. Ä CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic discharge from external power. 5. The memory compartment and the battery and hard drive bays are unsure whether the notebook is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on the notebook. If you are the only user-accessible internal compartments on in Windows and then shut it down through...
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...❏ Visit the HP Web Site: http://www.hp.com/support 2. Access the page at the HP Web site that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook. (You may need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to the hard drive.) b. Follow the ...instructions on the screen to identify your notebook: ❏ Select Start...
...❏ Visit the HP Web Site: http://www.hp.com/support 2. Access the page at the HP Web site that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook. (You may need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to the hard drive.) b. Follow the ...instructions on the screen to identify your notebook: ❏ Select Start...
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...and Software Guide 8-5 To begin the installation, open Windows Explorer from the destination folder. Or, visit the HP Web site: http://www.hp.com/support 2. If no instructions are displayed on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk C.) ...the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive designation. (The hard drive designation is complete. Follow any instructions that provides software for example, Filename.exe. (The ROM update installation begins.) 4. Follow the instructions on your notebook, select Start > Help and Support, and then ...
...and Software Guide 8-5 To begin the installation, open Windows Explorer from the destination folder. Or, visit the HP Web site: http://www.hp.com/support 2. If no instructions are displayed on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk C.) ...the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive designation. (The hard drive designation is complete. Follow any instructions that provides software for example, Filename.exe. (The ROM update installation begins.) 4. Follow the instructions on your notebook, select Start > Help and Support, and then ...
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...from the destination folder. 8-6 Hardware and Software Guide In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive designation (which is the SWSetup folder. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen. ✎ After a message on ...> Windows Explorer. 5. Software Updates and Recovery and System Software 3. Select the file that includes an .exe extension-for most downloads from the HP Web site is typically Local Disk C) > SWSetup. At the download area: a. To open Windows Explorer. The destination folder for example, Filename...
...from the destination folder. 8-6 Hardware and Software Guide In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive designation (which is the SWSetup folder. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen. ✎ After a message on ...> Windows Explorer. 5. Software Updates and Recovery and System Software 3. Select the file that includes an .exe extension-for most downloads from the HP Web site is typically Local Disk C) > SWSetup. At the download area: a. To open Windows Explorer. The destination folder for example, Filename...
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...is accessible only when the notebook is in Windows or restored from hibernation is the prompt to change the boot order. To access the Help and Support Center, select Start > Help and Support. The Setup utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network ...Service Boot, and settings for all users. The "Press to change boot order" message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time the notebook is the prompt for a Network Service Boot...
...is accessible only when the notebook is in Windows or restored from hibernation is the prompt to change the boot order. To access the Help and Support Center, select Start > Help and Support. The Setup utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network ...Service Boot, and settings for all users. The "Press to change boot order" message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time the notebook is the prompt for a Network Service Boot...
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... inserting 3-29 low-battery conditions 3-21 monitoring charge 3-19 recycling 3-30 removing 3-28 storing 3-30 battery pack release latch 1-21, 3-28 bays battery 1-21, 1-23 hard drive 1-21 See also compartments Hardware and Software Guide Index-1 Index 1394 devices, connecting 7-3 1394 port, identifying 1-18 A AC adapter 1-22 AC power vs. battery power...
... inserting 3-29 low-battery conditions 3-21 monitoring charge 3-19 recycling 3-30 removing 3-28 storing 3-30 battery pack release latch 1-21, 3-28 bays battery 1-21, 1-23 hard drive 1-21 See also compartments Hardware and Software Guide Index-1 Index 1394 devices, connecting 7-3 1394 port, identifying 1-18 A AC adapter 1-22 AC power vs. battery power...
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... powered 7-1 Digital Media Slot 1-19, 7-5 Digital Media Slot light 1-19, 7-5 digital memory cards inserting 7-6 removing 7-7 disc, optical. hard drive DVD button function summary 1-5 opening Windows DVD player application 4-16 DVDs hotkeys 2-11 playing 4-10 writing to system 7-11 affected by airport... switch docking device docking, undocking while using disc, diskette 4-10 expansion port on notebook 1-15 monitor port 2-8 USB support 7-2 docking device as power source 3-2 drives adding to 4-11 E eject buttons, PC Card 7-10 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 7-12, 7-18 embedded numeric keypad 2-15 ...
... powered 7-1 Digital Media Slot 1-19, 7-5 Digital Media Slot light 1-19, 7-5 digital memory cards inserting 7-6 removing 7-7 disc, optical. hard drive DVD button function summary 1-5 opening Windows DVD player application 4-16 DVDs hotkeys 2-11 playing 4-10 writing to system 7-11 affected by airport... switch docking device docking, undocking while using disc, diskette 4-10 expansion port on notebook 1-15 monitor port 2-8 USB support 7-2 docking device as power source 3-2 drives adding to 4-11 E eject buttons, PC Card 7-10 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 7-12, 7-18 embedded numeric keypad 2-15 ...