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...file corruption, because corruption occurs very easily during routine computer handling. 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 ... such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences are caused by regular software maintenance. Upon the next read errors. If write splices continue to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/...
...file corruption, because corruption occurs very easily during routine computer handling. 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 ... such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences are caused by regular software maintenance. Upon the next read errors. If write splices continue to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...? NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run 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...
...? NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run 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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... Some computers have a video graphics array (VGA) port, which connects analog video devices. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to apply any changes. 10 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment ... on the computer, using the correct cable. Click the Sound Effects tab, and then select one of background noise. Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to connect an external monitor, projector, or TV. Also, some ...
... Some computers have a video graphics array (VGA) port, which connects analog video devices. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to apply any changes. 10 Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment ... on the computer, using the correct cable. Click the Sound Effects tab, and then select one of background noise. Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected to connect an external monitor, projector, or TV. Also, some ...
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To connect a monitor or projector: 1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to alternate the screen image between 3 display states: NOTE: Depending on your external monitor specifications. Change the rotation if desired. After the settings are configured, ... f4, follow these steps: 1. Your computer may vary. ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second...
To connect a monitor or projector: 1. Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to alternate the screen image between 3 display states: NOTE: Depending on your external monitor specifications. Change the rotation if desired. After the settings are configured, ... f4, follow these steps: 1. Your computer may vary. ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second...
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... according to the following instructions. To connect an HDMI device to the video device, and then see the computer screen image on the computer. 2. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the top panel, click Displays and then select a resolution from the drop-down on the computer....computer to a video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the DisplayPort: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. Click the ...
... according to the following instructions. To connect an HDMI device to the video device, and then see the computer screen image on the computer. 2. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the top panel, click Displays and then select a resolution from the drop-down on the computer....computer to a video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the DisplayPort: 1. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. Click the ...
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... Sound menu icon at the right of the HDMI cable to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states: ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View ...the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on HDMI audio by following these steps: 1. Using video 13 Connect the other end of the top ...
... Sound menu icon at the right of the HDMI cable to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states: ● PC Screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ● Extend: View ...the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on HDMI audio by following these steps: 1. Using video 13 Connect the other end of the top ...
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... functions than those by connecting it to select preferred settings: 1. To explore the pointing device features and to one of the screen. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on the computer. Icon Key Description f1 Launches the Ubuntu Desktop Guide. f2 Decreases... action key function, press the key. You can prevent the computer from operating properly. NOTE: Depending on -screen functions similar to do common tasks. f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you must press the fn key in the table below. Errors can disable this ...
... functions than those by connecting it to select preferred settings: 1. To explore the pointing device features and to one of the screen. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on the computer. Icon Key Description f1 Launches the Ubuntu Desktop Guide. f2 Decreases... action key function, press the key. You can prevent the computer from operating properly. NOTE: Depending on -screen functions similar to do common tasks. f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you must press the fn key in the table below. Errors can disable this ...
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...also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard. Using the TouchPad 15 Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. f5 Launches the file browser and displays the contents of a DVD. f6... to the monitor display to go. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to the system. Icon Key Description f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to navigate the computer with simple finger movements. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the...
...also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard. Using the TouchPad 15 Most external monitors receive video information from the computer. f5 Launches the file browser and displays the contents of a DVD. f6... to the monitor display to go. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to the system. Icon Key Description f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to navigate the computer with simple finger movements. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the...
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... and conserve the battery charge. Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Shut down . When Suspend is shut down the computer under any of the top panel, and then click Shutdown > Shut Down. The shutdown command...
... and conserve the battery charge. Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Shut down . When Suspend is shut down the computer under any of the top panel, and then click Shutdown > Shut Down. The shutdown command...
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...when running on battery power or on external power. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on ..., loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Suspend or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click Hibernate. NOTE: ...
...when running on battery power or on external power. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on ..., loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Suspend or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the screen where you can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click Hibernate. NOTE: ...
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...or in the computer slowly discharges. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power, the battery in storage, depending on page 14. Click the System menu icon at the ... menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click System Settings > Power icon. For information on increasing or decreasing screen brightness, see Using the keyboard and pointing devices on how you to access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power...
...or in the computer slowly discharges. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power, the battery in storage, depending on page 14. Click the System menu icon at the ... menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click System Settings > Power icon. For information on increasing or decreasing screen brightness, see Using the keyboard and pointing devices on how you to access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power...
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... reaches a low or critical battery level, the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is on the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When...these steps: 1. Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Initiate Suspend or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Turn on or in Suspend state, the computer remains briefly in ...
... reaches a low or critical battery level, the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is on the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When...these steps: 1. Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using. ● Decrease screen brightness. ● Initiate Suspend or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Turn on or in Suspend state, the computer remains briefly in ...
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... charge. ● If the computer is connected to save battery life. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to storage. do not dispose of in a cool, dry place. Using external AC power 23 To prolong the... under any of the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The screen brightness is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. When you need it separately....
... charge. ● If the computer is connected to save battery life. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to storage. do not dispose of in a cool, dry place. Using external AC power 23 To prolong the... under any of the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The screen brightness is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. When you need it separately....
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...work well with an alcohol-free glass cleaner. There are two ways you can obtain updates for your computer: ● Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean your computer: Strong solvents, such as paper towels, can resolve issues and bring new features and options to aid in.... CAUTION: Avoid using a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with the most out of the computer, use a circular motion to your computer. Allow the screen to run the latest technology available. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer to dry before closing the computer cover...
...work well with an alcohol-free glass cleaner. There are two ways you can obtain updates for your computer: ● Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean your computer: Strong solvents, such as paper towels, can resolve issues and bring new features and options to aid in.... CAUTION: Avoid using a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with the most out of the computer, use a circular motion to your computer. Allow the screen to run the latest technology available. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer to dry before closing the computer cover...
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... password, follow these steps: 1. Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your current password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Set Power-On Password, and then press enter. ● To set a power-on...enter. ● To change a power-on password At the Enter Password prompt, type your current password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Set Administrator Password, and...
... password, follow these steps: 1. Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your current password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Set Power-On Password, and then press enter. ● To set a power-on...enter. ● To change a power-on password At the Enter Password prompt, type your current password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Set Administrator Password, and...
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...Internet security software that you potentially expose your computer as a trial offer. NOTE: When accessing Gufw, you must be preinstalled on -screen instructions. However, you may be kept up your computer to access email, a network, or the Internet, you want to computer ...viruses, spyware, and other security risks, security software must reconfigure the firewall. Follow the on-screen instructions. To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw: 1. To temporarily resolve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task...
...Internet security software that you potentially expose your computer as a trial offer. NOTE: When accessing Gufw, you must be preinstalled on -screen instructions. However, you may be kept up your computer to access email, a network, or the Internet, you want to computer ...viruses, spyware, and other security risks, security software must reconfigure the firewall. Follow the on-screen instructions. To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw: 1. To temporarily resolve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task...
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.../Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on or restart the computer. Using Setup Utility Changing the language of the screen, press esc. Start Setup Utility. 2.
.../Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on or restart the computer. Using Setup Utility Changing the language of the screen, press esc. Start Setup Utility. 2.
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... to select the Main menu. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions to your computer. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is downloaded. To exit Setup Utility...CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the path to the location on battery power, or connected to the hard drive. Access the page on the HP website that is running on your computer. 2. NOTE: If you can be displayed by unplugging the power cord from your selection to an optional ...
... to select the Main menu. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions to your computer. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is downloaded. To exit Setup Utility...CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the path to the location on battery power, or connected to the hard drive. Access the page on the HP website that is running on your computer. 2. NOTE: If you can be displayed by unplugging the power cord from your selection to an optional ...
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NOTE: If you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is running, press esc. Using System Diagnostics 43 To start System Diagnostics: 1. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Click the diagnostic test you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. Turn on -screen instructions. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f2. 2.
NOTE: If you want to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is running, press esc. Using System Diagnostics 43 To start System Diagnostics: 1. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Click the diagnostic test you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. Turn on -screen instructions. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press f2. 2.
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... Verify the exact amount of free space on your storage device before starting this procedure. 44 Chapter 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering HP recommends that you use a 16 GB device or above for best results. You can create an image restore DVD using blank, writable DVDs ...icon at the far right of system restore discs using a DVD±RW optical drive. However, depending on the drivers and software installed on -screen instructions. 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Recovery after a system failure is connected to its original factory state. You can also create a ...
... Verify the exact amount of free space on your storage device before starting this procedure. 44 Chapter 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering HP recommends that you use a 16 GB device or above for best results. You can create an image restore DVD using blank, writable DVDs ...icon at the far right of system restore discs using a DVD±RW optical drive. However, depending on the drivers and software installed on -screen instructions. 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Recovery after a system failure is connected to its original factory state. You can also create a ...