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... due to read of that ultimately result in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. In this white paper. Refer to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&...incomplete data, and marks this area as a bad sector. If write splices continue 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 (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute ...
... due to read of that ultimately result in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. In this white paper. Refer to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&...incomplete data, and marks this area as a bad sector. If write splices continue 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 (S.M.A.R.T.) attribute ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? Does Operating System recognize drive? 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...
... will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? Does Operating System recognize drive? 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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...computer to a network on page 65. But did you know you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to the previous screen. ● If you know your computer on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on your keyboard. See Backing up your hard drive by creating... for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. But did you haven't already done so, connect to the computer Start screen from all over the world? Learn more HP resources. TIP: To quickly return to a wired or wireless network. Go to Getting to know that you can also connect to...
...computer to a network on page 65. But did you know you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to the previous screen. ● If you know your computer on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on your keyboard. See Backing up your hard drive by creating... for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. But did you haven't already done so, connect to the computer Start screen from all over the world? Learn more HP resources. TIP: To quickly return to a wired or wireless network. Go to Getting to know that you can also connect to...
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... Environmental Notices To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go /contactHP. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select Warranty and... services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right...
... Environmental Notices To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go /contactHP. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select Warranty and... services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right...
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... (2) Description Produce sound. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware... out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. Select System and Security, and then in your hardware and software information 3 From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. A list displays all the devices installed in the System area, click Device Manager. 2 Getting...
... (2) Description Produce sound. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware... out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. Select System and Security, and then in your hardware and software information 3 From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. A list displays all the devices installed in the System area, click Device Manager. 2 Getting...
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For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to communicate with ... is not visible from the list of apps. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in Help and Support. To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the outside of the computer. (2) Internal microphone Records sound. (3) Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, ...
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to communicate with ... is not visible from the list of apps. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in Help and Support. To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the outside of the computer. (2) Internal microphone Records sound. (3) Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, ...
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Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the left button on the screen. Functions like the right button on . Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse.
Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the left button on the screen. Functions like the right button on . Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse.
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... to turn on page 34. 10 Chapter 2 Getting to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in the loss of unsaved information. From the Start screen, type power options. 2. To learn more about your computer If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and...
... to turn on page 34. 10 Chapter 2 Getting to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in the loss of unsaved information. From the Start screen, type power options. 2. To learn more about your computer If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and...
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Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Execute frequently used system functions. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Displays the Start screen. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key.
Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Execute frequently used system functions. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Displays the Start screen. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key.
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... the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components and prevent overheating. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. Contains the hard drive. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to cool internal components. Enable airflow...
... the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components and prevent overheating. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. Contains the hard drive. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to cool internal components. Enable airflow...
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... . Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you go. This chapter will help , and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, type help you can explore the globe and access information from millions of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device-Connects...
... . Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you go. This chapter will help , and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, type help you can explore the globe and access information from millions of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device-Connects...
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... computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in a safe place. NOTE: Your ISP will help , and then select Help and Support from the options...local ISP. Record this information and store it in your computer, you must connect to the modem, and test the Internet service. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Using an Internet service provider When you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. For more ...
... computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help set up Internet access in a safe place. NOTE: Your ISP will help , and then select Help and Support from the options...local ISP. Record this information and store it in your computer, you must connect to the modem, and test the Internet service. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Using an Internet service provider When you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. For more ...
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... a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your WLAN: ● Use a firewall. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are concerned about the security of a wireless...
... a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your WLAN: ● Use a firewall. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are concerned about the security of a wireless...
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... Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the list. 4. After the connection is on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the Start screen, type network and sharing. Connecting to a WLAN To connect to , open the Network Sharing Center. Select your wireless signals travel) depends on , the wireless light...
... Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the list. 4. After the connection is on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the Start screen, type network and sharing. Connecting to a WLAN To connect to , open the Network Sharing Center. Select your wireless signals travel) depends on , the wireless light...
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...: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. Produce sound. 19 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect ...devices like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on select models, high-definition devices. Connect optional USB devices. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of USB ports, see Using a USB device on your computer. Multimedia Features ...
...: On select models, the optical drive also writes to an optical disc. Produce sound. 19 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect ...devices like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on select models, high-definition devices. Connect optional USB devices. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of USB ports, see Using a USB device on your computer. Multimedia Features ...
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... On your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on a docking station. For... additional safety information, see Configuring audio settings (with your HP computer, you can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as a ...
... On your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on a docking station. For... additional safety information, see Configuring audio settings (with your HP computer, you can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as a ...
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... control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the video ports on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is connected to the correct port on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to the ...functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from your favorite websites and download video and movies to connect an external monitor, projector, or TV. IMPORTANT...
... control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the video ports on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is connected to the correct port on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to the ...functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from your favorite websites and download video and movies to connect an external monitor, projector, or TV. IMPORTANT...
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...select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to the following instructions. Each time you choose the "Extend" option. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of apps. Press f4 to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately. 22 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features To...Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. To connect an HDMI device to alternate the screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the ...
...select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to the following instructions. Each time you choose the "Extend" option. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of apps. Press f4 to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately. 22 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features To...Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. To connect an HDMI device to alternate the screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the ...
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...2. To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to the high-definition TV or monitor. 3. Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the computer, you press f4, the display state changes.... port on the external device only. Connect one end of the cable to your computer: 1. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the digital output device. 3. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2....
...2. To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to the high-definition TV or monitor. 3. Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the computer, you press f4, the display state changes.... port on the external device only. Connect one end of the cable to your computer: 1. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the digital output device. 3. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2....
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Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features