HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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... SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to the Intel Matrix Storage 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 Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are...
... SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to the Intel Matrix Storage 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 Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... a USB device ...32 Using 1394 devices (select models only 32 Connecting a 1394 device 32 Removing a 1394 device 33 Using an eSATA device (select models only 33 Connecting an eSATA device 33 Removing an eSATA device 34 Using optional external devices ...34 Using optional external drives 34 Using the expansion port (select models only 34 6 Drives ...36 Handling drives ...36 Using hard drives ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 37 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 38 Managing power...
... a USB device ...32 Using 1394 devices (select models only 32 Connecting a 1394 device 32 Removing a 1394 device 33 Using an eSATA device (select models only 33 Connecting an eSATA device 33 Removing an eSATA device 34 Using optional external devices ...34 Using optional external drives 34 Using the expansion port (select models only 34 6 Drives ...36 Handling drives ...36 Using hard drives ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 37 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 38 Managing power...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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.... Turn on the computer. Replace the battery. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped systems. For more information, refer to the Getting Started guide. 1. 3. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models...
.... Turn on the computer. Replace the battery. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped systems. For more information, refer to the Getting Started guide. 1. 3. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models...
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... are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Shut down the computer under any of power controls. If the computer is to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management The...
... are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to use the Windows Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Shut down the computer under any of power controls. If the computer is to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management The...
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... to be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is saved to a disc or an external media card. When Sleep is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Power settings and...
... to be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is saved to a disc or an external media card. When Sleep is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Power settings and...
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... Setup Instructions poster provided in Help and Support notifies you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Disposing of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to external AC power under any of a used battery WARNING! Using external...
... Setup Instructions poster provided in Help and Support notifies you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Disposing of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to external AC power under any of a used battery WARNING! Using external...
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... be connected to the powered USB port (select models only) on -screen instructions. 3. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the computer. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should...
... be connected to the powered USB port (select models only) on -screen instructions. 3. Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with the computer. 34 Chapter 5 External cards and devices To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should...
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... installing software, running on -screen instructions. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to complete. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can run during the night or at another time when you can safely...
... installing software, running on -screen instructions. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to complete. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 3. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your permission or password for unnecessary files that the system can run during the night or at another time when you can safely...
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...to data Unauthorized access to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized removal of the computer Security feature ● QuickLock (select models only) ● Power-on password ● Fingerprint reader Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● File encryption Administrator password Critical security updates from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords A password is...
...to data Unauthorized access to Setup Utility (BIOS) settings and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized removal of the computer Security feature ● QuickLock (select models only) ● Power-on password ● Fingerprint reader Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● File encryption Administrator password Critical security updates from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords A password is...
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.... 2. Exit QuickLock by entering your information by displaying the operating system Log On window. You can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for Startup Menu" message is entered. Using passwords 45 NOTE: This password cannot be used in place of the computer, record each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). Protects access to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Setting passwords in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords in a secure place...
.... 2. Exit QuickLock by entering your information by displaying the operating system Log On window. You can also use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for Startup Menu" message is entered. Using passwords 45 NOTE: This password cannot be used in place of the computer, record each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). Protects access to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Setting passwords in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords in a secure place...
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.... Select Start > All Programs > HP Software Setup > HP SoftPaq Download Manager. 2. If you to Step 3. Go to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go to specify one or two SoftPaqs and have a high-speed Internet connection, click Download & Unpack. 6. The filters limit the number of available SoftPaqs for download. To add other operating systems, change the filter settings in the Configuration Options window. Select your operating system and...
.... Select Start > All Programs > HP Software Setup > HP SoftPaq Download Manager. 2. If you to Step 3. Go to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go to specify one or two SoftPaqs and have a high-speed Internet connection, click Download & Unpack. 6. The filters limit the number of available SoftPaqs for download. To add other operating systems, change the filter settings in the Configuration Options window. Select your operating system and...
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... > Load Setup Defaults. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 53 To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on -screen instructions. or - ● To save your changes, press the esc key, and then follow these steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). 3. Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Press f10...
... > Load Setup Defaults. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. Using Setup Utility (BIOS) 53 To return all settings in Setup Utility (BIOS), follow the on -screen instructions. or - ● To save your changes, press the esc key, and then follow these steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to enter Setup Utility (BIOS). 3. Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Press f10...
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... BIOS updates. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. BIOS installation procedures vary. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). If no instructions are displayed...
... BIOS updates. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. BIOS installation procedures vary. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). If no instructions are displayed...
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...displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI 17 configuring ExpressCards 28 connecting to a wired network 8 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 24 creating a wireless connection...
...displaying remaining charge 23 disposing 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables 1394 32 eSATA 33 USB 31 checking audio functions 14 computer, traveling 24, 57 configuring audio for HDMI 17 configuring ExpressCards 28 connecting to a wired network 8 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 24 creating a wireless connection...
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...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
...9 connecting a modem cable adapter 9 selecting a location setting 10 N network cable, connecting 11 network icon 2 O operating system controls 4 optical disc inserting 39 removing 40 optical drive 34 optional external devices, using 34 P passwords set in Setup Utility (BIOS) 45 set in Windows 45 ports DisplayPort 15 expansion 34 external monitor 15 HDMI 16 Intel Wireless Display 17 VGA 15 power battery 22 conserving 24 options 19 power button 18 power meter 20 power plans customizing 21 selecting 20 viewing current 20 power switch 18 power-on password creating 47 entering 47 managing 47 power...
Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7
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... in Setup Utility. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. If your computer. Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the factory. NOTE: The action key feature is in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for instructions. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key to activate the assigned function. You can disable this key. f4 Switches the screen...
... in Setup Utility. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. If your computer. Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the factory. NOTE: The action key feature is in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for instructions. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key to activate the assigned function. You can disable this key. f4 Switches the screen...
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... key. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. Using the TouchPad NOTE: The TouchPad on the computer. f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally when you want the pointer to one finger across the TouchPad in Windows to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must also be set up. Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse...
... key. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. Using the TouchPad NOTE: The TouchPad on the computer. f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally when you want the pointer to one finger across the TouchPad in Windows to the pointing devices included with your computer, and select Mouse settings. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must also be set up. Then right-click the device representing your computer, you can use an external USB mouse...
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... memory module in Hibernation. NOTE: To use a dual-channel configuration when adding a second memory module, be upgraded by adding a memory module to the computer. 3. Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by pressing the power button. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be sure that you , loosen the 2 memory module compartment cover screws (1). 5. Remove the battery. 4. Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module compartments. Lift the memory module compartment cover...
... memory module in Hibernation. NOTE: To use a dual-channel configuration when adding a second memory module, be upgraded by adding a memory module to the computer. 3. Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by pressing the power button. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be sure that you , loosen the 2 memory module compartment cover screws (1). 5. Remove the battery. 4. Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module compartments. Lift the memory module compartment cover...
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... use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to create recovery discs, or you need a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a USB hub. Restore 39 HP recommends that was preinstalled at the factory. Handle these discs or the flash drive after software setup. Creating restore media HP recommends that you create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive to be sure that you can use this computer must be connected...
... use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to create recovery discs, or you need a set of a recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as a USB hub. Restore 39 HP recommends that was preinstalled at the factory. Handle these discs or the flash drive after software setup. Creating restore media HP recommends that you create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive to be sure that you can use this computer must be connected...
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... HP Recovery Manager 40 I input power 48 integrated webcam light, identifying 12 internal microphone, identifying 12 Internet connection setup 18 ISP, using 17 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 10 audio-out (headphone) 10 network 10 RJ-45 (network) 10 K keys action 8 esc 8 fn 8 QuickWeb 8, 15 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L labels Bluetooth 46 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 46 regulatory 46 serial number 46 wireless certification 46 WLAN 46 latch, battery release 13 lights AC adapter 9 caps lock 6 hard drive 10 optical drive 9 power 6, 11 webcam 12 wireless 6 M memory module...
... HP Recovery Manager 40 I input power 48 integrated webcam light, identifying 12 internal microphone, identifying 12 Internet connection setup 18 ISP, using 17 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 10 audio-out (headphone) 10 network 10 RJ-45 (network) 10 K keys action 8 esc 8 fn 8 QuickWeb 8, 15 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L labels Bluetooth 46 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 46 regulatory 46 serial number 46 wireless certification 46 WLAN 46 latch, battery release 13 lights AC adapter 9 caps lock 6 hard drive 10 optical drive 9 power 6, 11 webcam 12 wireless 6 M memory module...