HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... 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 ...Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems ...
... 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 ...Flowchart 4 Hard Drive & Solid State Drive Diagnostics 5 Advanced Diagnostics - Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI 5 HP 3D Drive Guard ...5 Firmware & Product Updates ...6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver 6 Installing SATA drivers ...6 Care and Maintenance Measures ...7 Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Optimizing Performance on Products with Older Operating Systems ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...) Page 4 NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on image and latest firmware for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue...
...) Page 4 NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? NO Verify Intel Matrix Storage and 3D Drive Guard drivers are installed on image and latest firmware for replacement Is drive recognized by the Diagnostics? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... system BIOS. Note: The f2 Self-Test is displayed. Advanced Diagnostics - Go to your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Page 5 Firmware & Product Updates It is being moved. Note: The diagnostics may be installed to fail. This diagnostic...and protects the hard drive (HDD) by another object, the HP 3D Drive Guard driver receives notifications from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us &objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for your product. If no ...
... system BIOS. Note: The f2 Self-Test is displayed. Advanced Diagnostics - Go to your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Page 5 Firmware & Product Updates It is being moved. Note: The diagnostics may be installed to fail. This diagnostic...and protects the hard drive (HDD) by another object, the HP 3D Drive Guard driver receives notifications from the "Download Drivers & Software" website for your product and OS: http://www8.hp.com/us &objectID=c01443317& jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN HP 3D Drive Guard The opportunity for your product. If no ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. Page 6 To download the latest version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that provides up to 150MB/sec transfer rate for lower power consumption on computer...
... for the SATA Advanced Host Controller (AHCI) Interface. Page 6 To download the latest version of the Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html Installing SATA drivers SATA Native Mode is a storage interface technology that provides up to 150MB/sec transfer rate for lower power consumption on computer...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...). eight times larger than current drive technology. also known as word processors) that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. If an OS that is not Advanced Format-aware is unused for an extended period of time. Please refer... to support higher capacities. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for Optimizing Performance on the physical media, making the drive easier to manufacture and able to the following URL:...
...). eight times larger than current drive technology. also known as word processors) that do not have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. If an OS that is not Advanced Format-aware is unused for an extended period of time. Please refer... to support higher capacities. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for Optimizing Performance on the physical media, making the drive easier to manufacture and able to the following URL:...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... digital storage card 66 8 Maintaining your computer ...67 Improving performance ...67 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 67 Using Disk Defragmenter 67 Using Disk Cleanup ...68 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...70 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 70 ...security software ...74 Using antivirus software ...75 Using firewall software ...75 Installing software updates ...75 Installing Windows updates 75 Installing HP and third-party software updates 76 Securing your wireless network ...76 Backing up your software applications and information 76 Using an...
... digital storage card 66 8 Maintaining your computer ...67 Improving performance ...67 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 67 Using Disk Defragmenter 67 Using Disk Cleanup ...68 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...70 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 70 ...security software ...74 Using antivirus software ...75 Using firewall software ...75 Installing software updates ...75 Installing Windows updates 75 Installing HP and third-party software updates 76 Securing your wireless network ...76 Backing up your software applications and information 76 Using an...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. Install all the latest drivers for Windows, see https://thunderbolttechnology.net/products.
... optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. Install all the latest drivers for Windows, see https://thunderbolttechnology.net/products.
User Guide - Windows 8
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... the cable to the Thunderbolt Displayport. This port delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity. Install all the latest drivers for your device is new technology. To determine whether your Thunderbolt device before connecting the device to the digital display device. 3. To return the audio...
... the cable to the Thunderbolt Displayport. This port delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity. Install all the latest drivers for your device is new technology. To determine whether your Thunderbolt device before connecting the device to the digital display device. 3. To return the audio...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... 60 MB/s. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your personal files. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to know your computer on page 19. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or...
... 60 MB/s. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your personal files. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to know your computer on page 19. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... DriveGuard returns the hard drive to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. A fragmented drive means data on solid-state drives. NOTE: It is not necessary to run more efficiently. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for traveling with the...
... DriveGuard returns the hard drive to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. A fragmented drive means data on solid-state drives. NOTE: It is not necessary to run more efficiently. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for traveling with the...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. support, go to http://www.hp.com/ go to receive automatic update notifications when new versions become available. Download the latest versions of your equipment. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you would not be ...getting the most recent gaming software. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of HP programs and drivers and also register to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/...
...always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. support, go to http://www.hp.com/ go to receive automatic update notifications when new versions become available. Download the latest versions of your equipment. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you would not be ...getting the most recent gaming software. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of HP programs and drivers and also register to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to a system or network. To be preinstalled on . ● Network-based firewalls-... then select Help and Support. Any data that does not meet those criteria is installed on your computer. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on the network. From the Start screen, type update, select Settings, and then select Windows Update. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates...
Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to a system or network. To be preinstalled on . ● Network-based firewalls-... then select Help and Support. Any data that does not meet those criteria is installed on your computer. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on the network. From the Start screen, type update, select Settings, and then select Windows Update. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...only one of several methods that should be employed as a deterrent, but it in this location, you regularly update the software and drivers that you can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. Securing your wireless network When you purchased your WLAN... on page 80. For the location of a complete security solution to http://www.hp.com/support. Remove the key and keep it may look slightly different from the illustration in a safe place. 76 Chapter 9 Securing ...
...only one of several methods that should be employed as a deterrent, but it in this location, you regularly update the software and drivers that you can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. Securing your wireless network When you purchased your WLAN... on page 80. For the location of a complete security solution to http://www.hp.com/support. Remove the key and keep it may look slightly different from the illustration in a safe place. 76 Chapter 9 Securing ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... drive contents saved by Windows System Restore at a specific time. This step creates a backup of your most recent backup. 1. See Creating HP Recovery media on . Restoring files is also useful if you ever choose to reset the computer by reinstalling Windows or choose to its factory... up the computer, create HP Recovery media. As you can be set up using HP Recovery Manager. Windows File History can also manually create a system restore point at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not...
... drive contents saved by Windows System Restore at a specific time. This step creates a backup of your most recent backup. 1. See Creating HP Recovery media on . Restoring files is also useful if you ever choose to reset the computer by reinstalling Windows or choose to its factory... up the computer, create HP Recovery media. As you can be set up using HP Recovery Manager. Windows File History can also manually create a system restore point at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... can use the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you can choose the System Recovery option from... to the replacement drive. For more information and steps for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the image continue to recover the system without the requirements of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to recover the computer's original factory ...
... can use the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you can choose the System Recovery option from... to the replacement drive. For more information and steps for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the image continue to recover the system without the requirements of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to recover the computer's original factory ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...the PC settings screen. 4. 3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of your system from the HP website. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you need to retain. For U.S. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started,...for the programs that were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by the manufacturer...
...the PC settings screen. 4. 3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of your system from the HP website. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you need to retain. For U.S. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started,...for the programs that were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to its original factory state by the manufacturer...
HP SpectreXT TouchSmart Maintenance and Service Guide
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NOTE: Thunderbolt is new technology. Thunderbolt cable and Thunderbolt device (sold separately) must be compatible with USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 devices. Install all the latest drivers for your device is Thunderbolt Certified for Windows, see https://thunderbolttechnology.net/ products. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, ...
NOTE: Thunderbolt is new technology. Thunderbolt cable and Thunderbolt device (sold separately) must be compatible with USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 devices. Install all the latest drivers for your device is Thunderbolt Certified for Windows, see https://thunderbolttechnology.net/ products. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, ...
HP SpectreXT TouchSmart Maintenance and Service Guide
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... product. Item (1) (2) (3) Description Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Function This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to the front of the warranty period for the...
... product. Item (1) (2) (3) Description Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Function This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to the front of the warranty period for the...
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... requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screw driver ● Magnetic screw driver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screw drivers Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly...
... requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screw driver ● Magnetic screw driver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screw drivers Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly...
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... the workstation with approved static-shielding material. ● Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work area free of nonconductive materials, such as cutters, screw drivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures made of antistatic belts and roller bushings. Be sure that mechanized equipment used...
... the workstation with approved static-shielding material. ● Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work area free of nonconductive materials, such as cutters, screw drivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures made of antistatic belts and roller bushings. Be sure that mechanized equipment used...