HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Note: The following sections explain how to connector issues, shock events, software issues, and ...drive 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 be caused by the notebook. You receive an error message during Power On Self-Test ...
...possibly prevent hard drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) failures. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Note: The following sections explain how to connector issues, shock events, software issues, and ...drive 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 be caused by the notebook. You receive an error message during Power On Self-Test ...
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... 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...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v 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...
... 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...a local area network (LAN) (select models only 13 3 Multimedia ...14 Using the media activity controls ...14 v 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...
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...of the features described in this guide may not be available on your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. Finding more information about HP notebook computers. To access the Getting Started guide on the Web, go /contactHP. To access... computer, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. For worldwide 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 safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal ...
...of the features described in this guide may not be available on your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. Finding more information about HP notebook computers. To access the Getting Started guide on the Web, go /contactHP. To access... computer, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. For worldwide 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 safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal ...
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...damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of the cable (2) toward the computer. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they ... a wired network Using a modem (select models only) A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which other computers may not be equipped with a Global Positioning ...
...damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of the cable (2) toward the computer. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they ... a wired network Using a modem (select models only) A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which other computers may not be equipped with a Global Positioning ...
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... or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- To connect the modem to display your location. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Region and Language. 4. Selecting a ...location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Click the Location tab to ...
... or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- To connect the modem to display your location. or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Region and Language. 4. Selecting a ...location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. or region-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Click the Location tab to ...
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... may include 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 include 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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... your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Audio. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. To confirm or change the audio settings on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Start Recording and speak...
... your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Audio. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. To confirm or change the audio settings on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click Start Recording and speak...
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...ports. For information on how to access the webcam, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For more of the following features: ●... Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. The webcam software enables you to the external monitor port. For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help...
...ports. For information on how to access the webcam, see the Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For more of the following features: ●... Multimedia Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. The webcam software enables you to the external monitor port. For information on using the webcam, select Start > Help...
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... or audio device to disconnect it from the computer. Connect one end of the cable to the DisplayPort port on the computer. 2. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable to the video...
... or audio device to disconnect it from the computer. Connect one end of the cable to the DisplayPort port on the computer. 2. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable to the video...
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NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). 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 ...
NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). 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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... automatically decreased to save battery life. For information on power management settings, running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions. 24 Chapter 4 Power management HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to increase battery life.
... automatically decreased to save battery life. For information on power management settings, running on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions. 24 Chapter 4 Power management HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to increase battery life.
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... the card. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). Like standard PC...
... the card. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Then follow the on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). Like standard PC...
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Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Some USB devices may be provided with the software, ...
Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Some USB devices may be provided with the software, ...
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... USB device. 1. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss 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. Remove the device. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the taskbar, and then follow the on the...
... USB device. 1. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss 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. Remove the device. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the taskbar, and then follow the on the...
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... a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information or an unresponsive system, stop the 1394 device before removing it. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an...
... a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information or an unresponsive system, stop the 1394 device before removing it. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an...
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... more information about required software and drivers, or to a USB port on the computer. Connect the device to the serial port on the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to learn which is unplugged. 1. Some serial devices may require additional support software, which... be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to the computer. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.
... more information about required software and drivers, or to a USB port on the computer. Connect the device to the serial port on the device. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be added by connecting the drive to learn which is unplugged. 1. Some serial devices may require additional support software, which... be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to the computer. 2. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.
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... security updates CAUTION: Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be alerted if specific actions are posed, your home network to function abnormally. You will automatically be a software program you install on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your...
... security updates CAUTION: Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be alerted if specific actions are posed, your home network to function abnormally. You will automatically be a software program you install on . ● Network-based firewalls-Installed between your...
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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. Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test To do this ● View 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. Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test To do this ● View 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...
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... for HP ProtectTools ... Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets...that has been previously deleted, but is reformatted or replaced. HP ProtectTools features 3 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a Trusted Platform... ● Allows creation of tracking and tracing subscriptions to communication devices for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of a personal secure drive...
... for HP ProtectTools ... Explorer) for protected digital certificate operations. Module Key features File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Allows you to securely shred digital assets...that has been previously deleted, but is reformatted or replaced. HP ProtectTools features 3 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a Trusted Platform... ● Allows creation of tracking and tracing subscriptions to communication devices for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of a personal secure drive...