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... ...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, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures Technical White Paper...
... ...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, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Maintenance Measures Technical White Paper...
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... The following information is important to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive failure." Your notebook spontaneously restarts when the Windows OS is reading or writing data) Shock events may actually be displayed such as a clicking noise, the failure to complete servo, and...POST) that extends from the hard drive to the system board. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Shock events can cause read/write head misalignment, or contact between the read/write ...
... The following information is important to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive failure." Your notebook spontaneously restarts when the Windows OS is reading or writing data) Shock events may actually be displayed such as a clicking noise, the failure to complete servo, and...POST) that extends from the hard drive to the system board. These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Shock events can cause read/write head misalignment, or contact between the read/write ...
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... time. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of your HP Business Notebook, refer to defragment your computer. For information about using external SATA communications based on Products with physical sectors...aware is decreased. More information can use an Advanced Format drive. Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have to access the hard drive very often. Perform the Defrag ...
... time. First-generation Advanced Format drives retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize the performance of your HP Business Notebook, refer to defragment your computer. For information about using external SATA communications based on Products with physical sectors...aware is decreased. More information can use an Advanced Format drive. Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have to access the hard drive very often. Perform the Defrag ...
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...://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314058&Product=winxp Windows 2000: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;229716 For more information Contact HP Technical Support: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html Share with colleagues © Copyright ... hard drive for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Trademark acknowledgments, if needed. 468218-002, Created October 2011 Page 8 Windows XP http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;314848...
...://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314058&Product=winxp Windows 2000: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;229716 For more information Contact HP Technical Support: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html Share with colleagues © Copyright ... hard drive for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Trademark acknowledgments, if needed. 468218-002, Created October 2011 Page 8 Windows XP http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;314848...
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...common to change without notice. registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. For U.S. AMD is subject to most models. Microsoft and Windows are set forth in this guide, contact support. The information contained herein is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. First Edition: January...Some features may not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Nothing herein should be available on your computer. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are U.S. Java is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under...
...common to change without notice. registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. For U.S. AMD is subject to most models. Microsoft and Windows are set forth in this guide, contact support. The information contained herein is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. First Edition: January...Some features may not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Nothing herein should be available on your computer. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are U.S. Java is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under...
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...49 Using RAID (select models only) ...49 7 Security ...50 Protecting the computer ...50 Using passwords ...51 Setting passwords in Windows 52 Setting passwords in Computer Setup 53 Managing a BIOS administrator password 53 Entering a BIOS administrator password 54 Managing a DriveLock password...57 Using Internet security software ...58 Using antivirus software ...58 Using firewall software ...58 Installing critical security updates ...58 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 59 Installing an optional security cable ...59 8 Maintenance ...60 Cleaning your computer ...60 ...
...49 Using RAID (select models only) ...49 7 Security ...50 Protecting the computer ...50 Using passwords ...51 Setting passwords in Windows 52 Setting passwords in Computer Setup 53 Managing a BIOS administrator password 53 Entering a BIOS administrator password 54 Managing a DriveLock password...57 Using Internet security software ...58 Using antivirus software ...58 Using firewall software ...58 Installing critical security updates ...58 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 59 Installing an optional security cable ...59 8 Maintenance ...60 Cleaning your computer ...60 ...
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...disabled in Help and Support. HP Connection Manager (select models only) Wired network (connected) Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you can connect to the Internet. Indicates that all wireless devices are on wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in Windows® Control Panel. 2 Chapter...may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module (wireless wide area network (WWAN) device) ● Bluetooth® device For more wireless devices are off.
...disabled in Help and Support. HP Connection Manager (select models only) Wired network (connected) Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you can connect to the Internet. Indicates that all wireless devices are on wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in Windows® Control Panel. 2 Chapter...may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module (wireless wide area network (WWAN) device) ● Bluetooth® device For more wireless devices are off.
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... ◦ WPA2 uses Cipher Block Chaining Message Authentication Code Protocol (CCMP), which in most advanced of the service label. If Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you select WPA2, which is the most cases is included with your...the Internet from more places and over the network. For additional information, see the HP Mobile Broadband information if it can by the mobile network service provider. Roaming to another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to the new network. Some computers include a preinstalled SIM. When...
... ◦ WPA2 uses Cipher Block Chaining Message Authentication Code Protocol (CCMP), which in most advanced of the service label. If Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you select WPA2, which is the most cases is included with your...the Internet from more places and over the network. For additional information, see the HP Mobile Broadband information if it can by the mobile network service provider. Roaming to another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to the new network. Some computers include a preinstalled SIM. When...
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... to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of the cable (2) toward the computer. Connecting to a wired network Using a modem... resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are connected using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models only) 9 The strength of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped...
... to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of the cable (2) toward the computer. Connecting to a wired network Using a modem... resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are connected using Bluetooth devices, see the HP GPS and Location software Help. Using GPS (select models only) 9 The strength of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped...
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... supported by the computer so that meets the operating standards of the country or region in which the computer is not made. 1. The New Location window opens. 5. The modem may not function properly if the correct country or region selection is located. Click New. Select a country or region from the settings...
... supported by the computer so that meets the operating standards of the country or region in which the computer is not made. 1. The New Location window opens. 5. The modem may not function properly if the correct country or region selection is located. Click New. Select a country or region from the settings...
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... can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Open a multimedia program and play back the sound. Click Start Recording and speak...
... can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of background noise. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Open a multimedia program and play back the sound. Click Start Recording and speak...
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... from external power for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the Windows shutdown command: NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is lost...
... from external power for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the Windows shutdown command: NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is lost...
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With the computer on, you have set a password to be changed in Windows Control Panel. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. ... set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: If you can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Your work is in the Sleep state or in...
With the computer on, you have set a password to be changed in Windows Control Panel. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. ... set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: If you can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Your work is in the Sleep state or in...
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... and Security > Power Options. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management The power meter allows you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Different...
... and Security > Power Options. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management The power meter allows you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Different...
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...to save battery life. Using HP Power Assistant (select models only) HP Power Assistant allows you to configure... 24 Chapter 4 Power management For information on page 29. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to the computer, and...display brightness, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. To reduce potential safety ..., a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from...> Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - Finding additional battery information Help and Support...about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the Getting Started...
...to save battery life. Using HP Power Assistant (select models only) HP Power Assistant allows you to configure... 24 Chapter 4 Power management For information on page 29. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to the computer, and...display brightness, see the HP Power Assistant software Help. To reduce potential safety ..., a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from...> Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - Finding additional battery information Help and Support...about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the Getting Started...
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... Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Managing low battery levels The information in the computer. or - ● The power meter icon in Windows Control Panel. Using battery power 25 Connect the AC adapter to see the Getting Started guide. - Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the...
... Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Managing low battery levels The information in the computer. or - ● The power meter icon in Windows Control Panel. Using battery power 25 Connect the AC adapter to see the Getting Started guide. - Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the...
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...to a battery, do not expose it to external power. 2. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, ... takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is on page 22. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, see Using the ...
...to a battery, do not expose it to external power. 2. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, ... takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is on page 22. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, see Using the ...
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... application with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Using dual graphics (select models only) If your system is equipped with Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Home Premium, and Windows 7 Home Basic operating systems. To manage your AMD graphics settings: 1. AMD Trinity series A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. Switchable graphics...
... application with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Using dual graphics (select models only) If your system is equipped with Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Home Premium, and Windows 7 Home Basic operating systems. To manage your AMD graphics settings: 1. AMD Trinity series A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. Switchable graphics...
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...You may take more information. See Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. After you use the computer, files on the size of your...drive for more information. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using hard drives 43 NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to AC power. 2. Connect the computer to improve the security of your computer. Using hard drives ...
...You may take more information. See Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. After you use the computer, files on the size of your...drive for more information. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using hard drives 43 NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to AC power. 2. Connect the computer to improve the security of your computer. Using hard drives ...
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... as DVD movies and game discs, may not have a network set up in order to use two or more hard disks at http://www.hp.com/support. see Networking (select models only) on one contiguous drive, either through DVD or CD drive sharing. To view the shared optical drive... Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. For additional information about RAID, see the HP website at the same time. Using RAID (select models only) 49 Using RAID (select models only) Redundant Arrays of the Windows operating system that allows a drive on page 2 for the optical drive in Help and Support...
... as DVD movies and game discs, may not have a network set up in order to use two or more hard disks at http://www.hp.com/support. see Networking (select models only) on one contiguous drive, either through DVD or CD drive sharing. To view the shared optical drive... Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. For additional information about RAID, see the HP website at the same time. Using RAID (select models only) 49 Using RAID (select models only) Redundant Arrays of the Windows operating system that allows a drive on page 2 for the optical drive in Help and Support...