HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... State Drive (SSD) failures. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to the system board. Shock events With each new generation of an issue with an SSD, the... HP Diagnostics should be caused by the BIOS or operating system may actually be run. However, hard drives are fragile, and if they can cause read/...
... State Drive (SSD) failures. Software issues Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to the system board. Shock events With each new generation of an issue with an SSD, the... HP Diagnostics should be caused by the BIOS or operating system may actually be run. However, hard drives are fragile, and if they can cause read/...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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or region-specific modem cable adapter 11 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 12 Connecting to a wired network ...9 Using...models only 4 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...9 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 9...
or region-specific modem cable adapter 11 Selecting a location setting 11 Viewing the current location selection 11 Adding new locations when traveling 12 Connecting to a wired network ...9 Using...models only 4 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another network 7 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 7 Inserting a SIM ...8 Removing a SIM ...8 Using GPS (select models only) ...9 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...9 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 9...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...This guide contains general information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the HP Business Support Center at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains...Setup Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. Finding more information about your new computer 1 To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support >...
...This guide contains general information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the HP Business Support Center at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains...Setup Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. Finding more information about your new computer 1 To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support >...
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Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth is also required. The strength of Bluetooth devices. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your ... connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as a gateway through Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Connecting to a wired network Using a modem (select models only) A modem must be equipped with...
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth is also required. The strength of Bluetooth devices. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is in synchronizing information transfers between your ... connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as a gateway through Bluetooth is enabled on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Connecting to a wired network Using a modem (select models only) A modem must be equipped with...
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... the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2). 3. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Region and Language. 4. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line...
... the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2). 3. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Region and Language. 4. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line...
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... may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs. ● Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only...
... may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file: ● Media buttons ● Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with instant messaging programs. ● Stream radio programs. ● Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only...
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... Start Recording and speak into the microphone. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Adjusting the volume Depending on your computer...
... Start Recording and speak into the microphone. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of volume controls your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Adjusting the volume Depending on your computer...
HP Notebook Reference Guide
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...computer's video ports. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the Getting Started guide. For information on using...Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display...
...computer's video ports. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the Getting Started guide. For information on using...Definition Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display...
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... can be connected to the DisplayPort port on the computer. Connect one end of the cable to disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the DisplayPort device. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to...
... can be connected to the DisplayPort port on the computer. Connect one end of the cable to disconnect it from the computer. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the DisplayPort device. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to...
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... can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: 1. On the Playback tab, click Speakers. 3. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such...
... can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: 1. On the Playback tab, click Speakers. 3. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such...
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... system settings to increase battery life. NOTE: When you make informed decisions on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. For more information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ●...other factors. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is disconnected from HP. Using battery power WARNING! If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > ...
... system settings to increase battery life. NOTE: When you make informed decisions on increasing or decreasing display brightness, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. For more information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ●...other factors. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is disconnected from HP. Using battery power WARNING! If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > ...
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... for the card. Press in the notification area, at the far right of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the slot. Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of...
... for the card. Press in the notification area, at the far right of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the slot. Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of...
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Inserting a smart card 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. The computer has at least 1 USB port that provides power to an external device. Hold the card label-side up, ...
Inserting a smart card 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. The computer has at least 1 USB port that provides power to an external device. Hold the card label-side up, ...
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... device. 1. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To remove a USB device, save your computer. Remove the device. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar...
... device. 1. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. To remove a USB device, save your computer. Remove the device. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar...
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Remove the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device. ...
Remove the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device. ...
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...outlet. 3. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. Turn on the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to the serial port on the computer. Using a serial device (select models only) 39 ...or to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be added by connecting the drive to the computer. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connect the device to a USB port on the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn ...
...outlet. 3. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. Turn on the computer. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to the serial port on the computer. Using a serial device (select models only) 39 ...or to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be added by connecting the drive to the computer. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connect the device to a USB port on the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn ...
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You will automatically be alerted if specific actions are required. As new threats are designed to prevent unauthorized access to perform, and then reenable the firewall. Using firewall software Firewalls are posed, ...
You will automatically be alerted if specific actions are required. As new threats are designed to prevent unauthorized access to perform, and then reenable the firewall. Using firewall software Firewalls are posed, ...
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... computer components that are required to start the computer. ● Run-in every sector of additional tests checks your computer to your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. Main menu Select System information To do this ● View and change the system time and...
... computer components that are required to start the computer. ● Run-in every sector of additional tests checks your computer to your computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS. Main menu Select System information To do this ● View and change the system time and...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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... access for a user or a group 93 Allowing access to a class of devices for one user of a group ......... 94 Allowing access to a specific device for one user of a group 94 Removing settings for a user or a group 95 Resetting the configuration 95 JITA Configuration 95 Creating a JITA ... group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only 103 Setup procedures ...103 Enabling the embedded security chip in Computer Setup 103 Initializing the embedded security chip 104...
... access for a user or a group 93 Allowing access to a class of devices for one user of a group ......... 94 Allowing access to a specific device for one user of a group 94 Removing settings for a user or a group 95 Resetting the configuration 95 JITA Configuration 95 Creating a JITA ... group 98 eSATA Device Support ...99 Unmanaged Device Classes 99 10 Theft recovery (select models only) ...101 11 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only 103 Setup procedures ...103 Enabling the embedded security chip in Computer Setup 103 Initializing the embedded security chip 104...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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..., and from introducing viruses into the system from external media. ● Allows administrators to disable access to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of the data more difficult). Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip to protect against unauthorized access to...
..., and from introducing viruses into the system from external media. ● Allows administrators to disable access to communication devices for specific individuals or groups of the data more difficult). Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip to protect against unauthorized access to...