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...is not stored contiguously on a "first available space" basis. Refer to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology ...hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624&prodNameId=4138625&swEnvOID=4054&swLang=13& mode=2&taskId=135&swItem=ob-86982-1 Other software issues may include viruses, application, and operating system (OS) bugs. Issues such as blue screens...
...is not stored contiguously on a "first available space" basis. Refer to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology ...hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624&prodNameId=4138625&swEnvOID=4054&swLang=13& mode=2&taskId=135&swItem=ob-86982-1 Other software issues may include viruses, application, and operating system (OS) bugs. Issues such as blue screens...
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Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup ...
Does Operating System recognize drive? YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup ...
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... Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. For information on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see...
... Interface) ● DisplayPort NOTE: See the Getting Started guide for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizard or HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. For information on switching the screen image, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see...
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...connector latch to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort: 1. To ...The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio ...
...connector latch to the video device, and then see your Getting Started guide. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort: 1. To ...The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio ...
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...video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. On the Playback tab,... on the computer. Click Set Default, and then click OK. To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port 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 as follows: 1....
...video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. On the Playback tab,... on the computer. Click Set Default, and then click OK. To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port 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 as follows: 1....
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... to both types of the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button on the screen. ● Press and hold the power button on the computer for an extended period Although you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is...
... to both types of the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button on the screen. ● Press and hold the power button on the computer for an extended period Although you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is...
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.... Setting power options 21 When Sleep is saved to a hibernation file on and your work returns to the screen as it was before your work will return to the screen. When Hibernation is initiated, your Windows password before you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Setting power options ...Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. NOTE: You cannot initiate any computer functions while the computer is saved to be required on , you must enter your work is in...
.... Setting power options 21 When Sleep is saved to a hibernation file on and your work returns to the screen as it was before your work will return to the screen. When Hibernation is initiated, your Windows password before you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Setting power options ...Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. NOTE: You cannot initiate any computer functions while the computer is saved to be required on , you must enter your work is in...
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... settings that manages how the computer uses power. or - Customizing power plans 1. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of the taskbar. Select Start > Control Panel > System...battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management The power meter allows you must enter your ...
... settings that manages how the computer uses power. or - Customizing power plans 1. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of the taskbar. Select Start > Control Panel > System...battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management The power meter allows you must enter your ...
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...computer 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 available ▲ Connect one of the following actions for extended periods of damage to a battery... media cards that you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using . ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information.
...computer 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 available ▲ Connect one of the following actions for extended periods of damage to a battery... media cards that you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using . ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information.
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... A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. AMD Trinity series A4 APUs do not support dual graphics. Open the Catalyst Control Center by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. To manage your computer has AMD Radeon dual graphics, it supports only switchable graphics. ● Dual graphics...
... A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. AMD Trinity series A4 APUs do not support dual graphics. Open the Catalyst Control Center by full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. To manage your computer has AMD Radeon dual graphics, it supports only switchable graphics. ● Dual graphics...
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However, you can manually modify the settings for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. To enable or disable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics, select or deselect the check box in the AMD ...
However, you can manually modify the settings for full-screen applications that use DirectX version 10 or 11. To enable or disable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics, select or deselect the check box in the AMD ...
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... device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2.
... device drivers for the card. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2.
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... access to the contents of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to protect against tampering. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. A PIN is a credit card-sized accessory that carries a microchip containing memory and a microprocessor. Save your information and close all programs associated with the smart...
... access to the contents of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to protect against tampering. Click the remove hardware icon in on -screen instructions. 3. A PIN is a credit card-sized accessory that carries a microchip containing memory and a microprocessor. Save your information and close all programs associated with the smart...
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... then pull it out of the smart card reader. These instructions may be used to the computer using the smart card PIN. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Some USB devices may also have a USB charging port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. An optional docking device...
... then pull it out of the smart card reader. These instructions may be used to the computer using the smart card PIN. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on the manufacturer's website. Some USB devices may also have a USB charging port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. An optional docking device...
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... USB cable for the device to the computer. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that the device is usually included with the device. 2. Click the remove hardware...
... USB cable for the device to the computer. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using 1394 devices (select models only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that the device is usually included with the device. 2. Click the remove hardware...
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... with the device. Using an eSATA device (select models only) 37 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive...
... with the device. Using an eSATA device (select models only) 37 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. Using an eSATA device (select models only) An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive...
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.... 38 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to the eSATA port.
.... 38 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on -screen instructions. 3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar, and then follow the on the cable to the eSATA port.
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... a drive bay. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive...
... a drive bay. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive...
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... help the computer to complete. NOTE: It is not necessary to improve the security of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches...
... help the computer to complete. NOTE: It is not necessary to improve the security of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches...
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... and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in Computer Setup Password Function BIOS administrator password* Protects access to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. Using passwords 53 It is used to the internal hard drive that is protected by DriveLock. This password requires ...password, which is protected by DriveLock, and is set , change, or delete this security feature. *For details about each of the screen. 2. Managing a BIOS administrator password To set under DriveLock Passwords during the enable process. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts...
... and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in Computer Setup Password Function BIOS administrator password* Protects access to its normal HP ProtectTools functions. Using passwords 53 It is used to the internal hard drive that is protected by DriveLock. This password requires ...password, which is protected by DriveLock, and is set , change, or delete this security feature. *For details about each of the screen. 2. Managing a BIOS administrator password To set under DriveLock Passwords during the enable process. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts...