HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Ma
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... ...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 Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying...
... ...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 Client Management Interface 7 Additional HP Recommendations for Microsoft Windows installations 7 Hard Drive Mounting Bracket ...7 HP CMI - HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying...
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...no errors occur, the long/full test automatically runs. • If no errors occur, S.M.A.R.T. Go to your product Software & Drivers download page to obtain: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html To launch the UEFI diagnostics, select the f2 function key when booting up the system. Note:...the Esc key. This diagnostic routine detects any newer HDD firmware updates or other HDD related product drivers for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us &objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for SSD drives, but it does not harm or in either ...
...no errors occur, the long/full test automatically runs. • If no errors occur, S.M.A.R.T. Go to your product Software & Drivers download page to obtain: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html To launch the UEFI diagnostics, select the f2 function key when booting up the system. Note:...the Esc key. This diagnostic routine detects any newer HDD firmware updates or other HDD related product drivers for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us &objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for SSD drives, but it does not harm or in either ...
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...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 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk... Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to address known issues.
...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 150MB/sec transfer rate for disk... Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for notebook PC models that are released to address known issues.
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...bracket correctly. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e1 drives - Thus, any business notebook with applications that is ... installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. During this sector size is wasted on a 512-byte sector; Check www.hp.com for the latest releases. • Install and maintain a virus protection program...
...bracket correctly. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e1 drives - Thus, any business notebook with applications that is ... installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. During this sector size is wasted on a 512-byte sector; Check www.hp.com for the latest releases. • Install and maintain a virus protection program...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the sides and cover 50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the...
... 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the sides and cover 50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 52 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...52 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS 52 Changing the...
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... Guides. ● Microsoft Help and Support-Contains information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to HP Documentation and HP programs, such as HP Support Assistant and HP Launch Box. Finding more information about your new computer The following... user guides and reference material are provided with the computer. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about the operating system, drivers...
... Guides. ● Microsoft Help and Support-Contains information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to HP Documentation and HP programs, such as HP Support Assistant and HP Launch Box. Finding more information about your new computer The following... user guides and reference material are provided with the computer. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about the operating system, drivers...
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... the computer when an ExpressCard is inserted into an ExpressCard slot. Click the remove hardware icon in on the insert (1) to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer...
... the computer when an ExpressCard is inserted into an ExpressCard slot. Click the remove hardware icon in on the insert (1) to install device drivers: ● Install only the device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer...
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...screen instructions. 3. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. CAUTION: To reduce the risk ... drives include the following procedure to safely remove the device. 1. 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...
...screen instructions. 3. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your information and close all programs associated with the device. 2. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. CAUTION: To reduce the risk ... drives include the following procedure to safely remove the device. 1. 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...
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... versions. Cleaning the sides and cover To clean and disinfect the sides and cover, use an acceptable germicidal disposable wipe. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can be used to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on a regular basis with the latest versions.... Go to http://www.hp.com/support to aid in removing dirt and debris. You can deposit household debris on the screen. 8 Maintenance Cleaning your hands frequently when...
... versions. Cleaning the sides and cover To clean and disinfect the sides and cover, use an acceptable germicidal disposable wipe. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can be used to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on a regular basis with the latest versions.... Go to http://www.hp.com/support to aid in removing dirt and debris. You can deposit household debris on the screen. 8 Maintenance Cleaning your hands frequently when...
HP Pavilion g4 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed to each product. This is the ...
This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed to each product. This is the ...
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This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component replacement procedures 29 This is unique to the front of the warranty period for the computer. This number describes ...
This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component replacement procedures 29 This is unique to the front of the warranty period for the computer. This number describes ...
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... on page 32). 6. Remove the top cover (see Service door on page 68). Lift the processor (2) straight up, and remove it. Use a flat-bladed screw driver (1) to install the processor. Remove the service door (see Top cover on page 65). 11. Remove the optical drive (see System board on page 46...
... on page 32). 6. Remove the top cover (see Service door on page 68). Lift the processor (2) straight up, and remove it. Use a flat-bladed screw driver (1) to install the processor. Remove the service door (see Top cover on page 65). 11. Remove the optical drive (see System board on page 46...
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... partition (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models only), allows you can only be used if the hard drive is restarting, and then press f9 for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Follow the on -screen instructions. All hardwarerelated drivers and software are re-installed, but other software applications are...
... partition (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models only), allows you can only be used if the hard drive is restarting, and then press f9 for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Follow the on -screen instructions. All hardwarerelated drivers and software are re-installed, but other software applications are...
User Guide - Windows 7
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...levels 41 Storing a user-replaceable battery 41 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 42 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 42 Running on external power ...43 HP CoolSense ...44 Shutting down the computer ...44 7 Managing and sharing information ...45 Using a USB device ...45 Connecting a USB device 45 Removing ...(select models only 53 Using Disk Defragmenter 54 Using Disk Cleanup ...54 Adding or replacing memory modules 55 Updating programs and drivers ...59 Cleaning your computer ...60 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 60 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 60 Traveling with ...
...levels 41 Storing a user-replaceable battery 41 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 42 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 42 Running on external power ...43 HP CoolSense ...44 Shutting down the computer ...44 7 Managing and sharing information ...45 Using a USB device ...45 Connecting a USB device 45 Removing ...(select models only 53 Using Disk Defragmenter 54 Using Disk Cleanup ...54 Adding or replacing memory modules 55 Updating programs and drivers ...59 Cleaning your computer ...60 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 60 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 60 Traveling with ...
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... power source. Be sure to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) port on page 15. Using a USB device 45 NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use minimal force to run;
... power source. Be sure to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) port on page 15. Using a USB device 45 NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use minimal force to run;
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... do not damage drives. ● Remove media from the drive bay, or traveling with your computer. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer. It also provides information about improving the performance of your computer by running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk...
... do not damage drives. ● Remove media from the drive bay, or traveling with your computer. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer. It also provides information about improving the performance of your computer by running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk...
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... getting the most recent gaming software. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of HP programs and drivers. In addition, register to the latest versions. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer...technology available. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. Updating programs and drivers 59 Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of your programs and drivers on a regular basis to receive automatic update notifications when they ...
... getting the most recent gaming software. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of HP programs and drivers. In addition, register to the latest versions. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer...technology available. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. Updating programs and drivers 59 Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of your programs and drivers on a regular basis to receive automatic update notifications when they ...
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... installed on your computer. Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you can be a combination of user-defined security criteria. At this location, you regularly update the software and drivers that all the computers on your home network to protect all available updates...
... installed on your computer. Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you can be a combination of user-defined security criteria. At this location, you regularly update the software and drivers that all the computers on your home network to protect all available updates...
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...type of the screen. Click System Recovery in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. If possible... If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager window. 3. Select the optical drive or ... in the search field. Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models only), allows... from the list. - Select Recovery Manager from the HP website. ● The Minimized Image Recovery option is complete...Chapter 11 Backing up all personal files. 2. Access HP Recovery Manager in the window. ● If the ...
...type of the screen. Click System Recovery in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. If possible... If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager window. 3. Select the optical drive or ... in the search field. Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models only), allows... from the list. - Select Recovery Manager from the HP website. ● The Minimized Image Recovery option is complete...Chapter 11 Backing up all personal files. 2. Access HP Recovery Manager in the window. ● If the ...
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... to make a connection 82 Chapter 13 Troubleshooting and support Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. You must have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a security code (or network key) or a name (SSID) when connecting to repair. Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Identify the...
... to make a connection 82 Chapter 13 Troubleshooting and support Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. You must have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a security code (or network key) or a name (SSID) when connecting to repair. Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Identify the...