HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following sections summarize some of these symptoms result from a significant bump or drop, due to the following : ... Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they can reduce the risk of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive failure." Your notebook spontaneously restarts...
These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following sections summarize some of these symptoms result from a significant bump or drop, due to the following : ... Some hard drive performance problems appear to mimic hard drive failure, but are exposed to shock events beyond their specifications, they can reduce the risk of an issue with an SSD, the HP Diagnostics should be traced to check the physical connector that says "Imminent drive failure." Your notebook spontaneously restarts...
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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...
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...1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer 1 Finding more information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. For U.S. This guide is included in the box with your computer, either in this guide may not be ...available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ go/bsc. ● Help and Support-Contains information about your ...
...1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer 1 Finding more information about your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. For U.S. This guide is included in the box with your computer, either in this guide may not be ...available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ go/bsc. ● Help and Support-Contains information about your ...
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When two or more computers are not compatible with a Global Positioning System (GPS) device. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of electric shock, fire, or damage to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (...Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are connected using the Bluetooth network. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up one of the computers, the other computers may connect to set up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices...
When two or more computers are not compatible with a Global Positioning System (GPS) device. In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is a limitation of electric shock, fire, or damage to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (...Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are connected using the Bluetooth network. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up one of the computers, the other computers may connect to set up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices...
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or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To connect the modem to display your location. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location ... (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2). 3. Connecting to a wired network 11 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter.
or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To connect the modem to display your location. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location ... (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2). 3. Connecting to a wired network 11 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter.
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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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... only) Some computers include an integrated webcam. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the computer NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into...
... only) Some computers include an integrated webcam. With the preinstalled software, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in a setting free of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the computer NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into...
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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. The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following external 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. The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following external video ports: ● ...
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... manufacturer's instructions for additional information. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the connector latch to the DisplayPort port on the computer. 2.
... manufacturer's instructions for additional information. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). NOTE: For product-specific instructions on the connector latch to the DisplayPort port on the computer. 2.
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... cable to the HDMI port on your Getting Started guide. Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the...
... cable to the HDMI port on your Getting Started guide. Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the...
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Using battery power WARNING! The computer runs 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 ...your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the Getting Started guide. Press fn+f6 (select models only) or fn+f8 (select models only). For more information about ...
Using battery power WARNING! The computer runs 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 ...your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see the Getting Started guide. Press fn+f6 (select models only) or fn+f8 (select models only). For more information about ...
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... the on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the taskbar.
... the on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the taskbar.
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... the manufacturer's website. Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used with the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be provided with the device. These instructions...
... the manufacturer's website. Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used with the computer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be provided with the device. These instructions...
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... and devices Some 1394 devices may look slightly different than your information and close all programs associated with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected...
... and devices Some 1394 devices may look slightly different than your information and close all programs associated with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected...
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... the device. 2. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. Remove the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Removing a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen...
... the device. 2. To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device. Remove the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Removing a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on -screen...
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...of damage to the computer. 2. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the...A USB drive can be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connect the device to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be added by connecting the drive ...
...of damage to the computer. 2. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to use, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To connect a serial device, connect the...A USB drive can be sure that connects optional devices such as a serial modem, mouse, or printer. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connect the device to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be added by connecting the drive ...
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To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be alerted if specific actions are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. If not, firewall software solutions are posed, your antivirus software will only be kept ...
To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be alerted if specific actions are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. If not, firewall software solutions are posed, your antivirus software will only be kept ...
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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. Control access to make sure that the start -up test does not detect. ● System Tune...
... 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. Control access to make sure that the start -up test does not detect. ● System Tune...
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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...Allows administrators to disable access to communication devices for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of tracking and tracing subscriptions to make recovery of users. Computrace for specific individuals or groups of the data more difficult). Module... Key features File Sanitizer for protected digital certificate operations. Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a ...
...Allows administrators to disable access to communication devices for HP ProtectTools (purchased separately) ● Requires separate purchase of tracking and tracing subscriptions to make recovery of users. Computrace for specific individuals or groups of the data more difficult). Module... Key features File Sanitizer for protected digital certificate operations. Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Uses a ...