HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize performance. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for the latest releases. Install and maintain a virus protection program to prevent failures due to...For information about using external SATA communications based on how to have used , you work with applications that execute primarily from electronic memory (such as 512e drives - For more information, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for your hard drive: Page ...
... retain backwards-compatibility by using Advanced Format drives to optimize performance. operate internally at the following URL: www.hp.com/go/clientautomation Additional HP Recommendations for the latest releases. Install and maintain a virus protection program to prevent failures due to...For information about using external SATA communications based on how to have used , you work with applications that execute primarily from electronic memory (such as 512e drives - For more information, refer to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for your hard drive: Page ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover...software ...63 Using antivirus software ...63 Using firewall software ...64 Installing software updates ...64 Installing critical security updates 64 Installing HP and third-party software updates 64 Securing your wireless network ...64 Backing up your software applications and information 65 Using an ...
Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover...software ...63 Using antivirus software ...63 Using firewall software ...64 Installing software updates ...64 Installing critical security updates 64 Installing HP and third-party software updates 64 Securing your wireless network ...64 Backing up your software applications and information 65 Using an ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...on page 49 Reads data to use a powered port. Left side Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vents (2) (3) HDMI port (4) USB 3.0 charging port (5) USB 3.0 port (6) Memory card reader Description Attaches an optional security cable to charge connected USB devices. NOTE: For details about different types of cell phones and MP3 players...even when the computer is normal for the internal fan to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from memory cards such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
...on page 49 Reads data to use a powered port. Left side Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vents (2) (3) HDMI port (4) USB 3.0 charging port (5) USB 3.0 port (6) Memory card reader Description Attaches an optional security cable to charge connected USB devices. NOTE: For details about different types of cell phones and MP3 players...even when the computer is normal for the internal fan to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from memory cards such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
User Guide - Windows 8
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Holds the battery. Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components. Provides superior bass sound. Bottom 13 Releases the ...battery cover over the battery bay. Enable airflow to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and the memory module slots. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cycle ...
Holds the battery. Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components. Provides superior bass sound. Bottom 13 Releases the ...battery cover over the battery bay. Enable airflow to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and the memory module slots. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cycle ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. To exit from Sleep, press any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, allowing you want to be disabled in the Sleep state when running on page 42. NOTE: Rapid Start Technology can be able to a hibernation file...
... of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. To exit from Sleep, press any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, allowing you want to be disabled in the Sleep state when running on page 42. NOTE: Rapid Start Technology can be able to a hibernation file...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. If you move the computer while an optical drive is writing to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. The write process is sensitive...
... running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. If you move the computer while an optical drive is writing to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. The write process is sensitive...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...through the operating system. 1. Pull away the retention clips (1) on the bottom of the memory module slots. The memory module tilts up. 56 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer's performance. When your memory isn't big enough to hold all your work area. WARNING! Before beginning any procedure, ...the computer under the service door. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Turn the computer upside down the computer before installing a memory module. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on a flat surface. 5. If you are not sure whether...
...through the operating system. 1. Pull away the retention clips (1) on the bottom of the memory module slots. The memory module tilts up. 56 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer's performance. When your memory isn't big enough to hold all your work area. WARNING! Before beginning any procedure, ...the computer under the service door. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Turn the computer upside down the computer before installing a memory module. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on a flat surface. 5. If you are not sure whether...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...angle from the surface of the memory module slot. Improving performance 57 a. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. b. b. c. Do not touch the components on the memory module. NOTE: To protect a memory module after removal, place it is... seated. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull ...
...angle from the surface of the memory module slot. Improving performance 57 a. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. b. b. c. Do not touch the components on the memory module. NOTE: To protect a memory module after removal, place it is... seated. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull ...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...bottom of the BIOS may be revealed by pressing fn+esc (if you need to select Main. 3. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are already in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than ...txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Use the arrow keys to know the version of system and extended memory. Errors can be available on the HP website. Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on page 66). 2. 10 Using Setup Utility (...
...bottom of the BIOS may be revealed by pressing fn+esc (if you need to select Main. 3. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are already in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than ...txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Use the arrow keys to know the version of system and extended memory. Errors can be available on the HP website. Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on page 66). 2. 10 Using Setup Utility (...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...6 mute 9 power 6, 9 wireless 9 low battery level 44 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences ... Manager 73 media 74 starting 73 supported discs 70 system 73 USB flash drive 74 using HP Recovery media 70 recovery media creating 70 creating using HP Recovery Manager 70 recovery partition 73 removing 74 recycle computer 71, 72 refresh 71 computer 71 ...
...6 mute 9 power 6, 9 wireless 9 low battery level 44 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences ... Manager 73 media 74 starting 73 supported discs 70 system 73 USB flash drive 74 using HP Recovery media 70 recovery media creating 70 creating using HP Recovery Manager 70 recovery partition 73 removing 74 recycle computer 71, 72 refresh 71 computer 71 ...
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...setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 software updates, installing ... 69, 71 Windows key, identifying 12 Windows passwords 62 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button 15 wireless certification label 14 wireless controls button 15 operating system 15 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless light 9, 15 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 17 corporate WLAN connection 17 equipment needed 16...
...setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter 55 software updates, installing ... 69, 71 Windows key, identifying 12 Windows passwords 62 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button 15 wireless certification label 14 wireless controls button 15 operating system 15 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless light 9, 15 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 17 corporate WLAN connection 17 equipment needed 16...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...factory default settings in Setup Utility 100 Exiting Setup Utility ...100 Updating the BIOS ...101 viii Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 96 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...96 Updating the BIOS ...96 Determining the BIOS version 96 Downloading a ...BIOS update 97 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 97 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 98 8 Ubuntu Linux - WLAN module ...44 Hard drive ...46 Memory module ...48 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider...
...factory default settings in Setup Utility 100 Exiting Setup Utility ...100 Updating the BIOS ...101 viii Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 96 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...96 Updating the BIOS ...96 Determining the BIOS version 96 Downloading a ...BIOS update 97 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 97 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 98 8 Ubuntu Linux - WLAN module ...44 Hard drive ...46 Memory module ...48 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... 8350G graphics (only on computer models equipped with an AMD A4 processor) Switchable graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M with 2048 MB of dedicated video memory (128 MB×16 DDR3 900 MHz×8PCs, DDR3 1 GHz downgrade to DDR3 900MHz) Dual graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M + HD 8650G dual...
... 8350G graphics (only on computer models equipped with an AMD A4 processor) Switchable graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M with 2048 MB of dedicated video memory (128 MB×16 DDR3 900 MHz×8PCs, DDR3 1 GHz downgrade to DDR3 900MHz) Dual graphics: ● AMD Radeon HD 8750M + HD 8650G dual...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...4600 on computer models equipped with a Quad Core processor Switchable Discrete Graphics: ● nVidia N14P-GT GeForce 750M with 4096 MB of dedicated video memory (256 MB×16 DDR3 1 GHz×8PCs) ● nVidia N14P-GV2 GeForce 740M with 2048 MB of dedicated video... 960 MHz) Support for HD decode, DX11, and HDMI Support for GPU performance scaling Support for Optimus Support for the following √ display assemblies: ● 15.6 inch (39.80 cm), full highdefinition (FHD), white light-emitting diode (WLED), BrightView (1920×1080), slim (3.2 mm), SVA, color gamut 60%, typical ...
...4600 on computer models equipped with a Quad Core processor Switchable Discrete Graphics: ● nVidia N14P-GT GeForce 750M with 4096 MB of dedicated video memory (256 MB×16 DDR3 1 GHz×8PCs) ● nVidia N14P-GV2 GeForce 740M with 2048 MB of dedicated video... 960 MHz) Support for HD decode, DX11, and HDMI Support for GPU performance scaling Support for Optimus Support for the following √ display assemblies: ● 15.6 inch (39.80 cm), full highdefinition (FHD), white light-emitting diode (WLED), BrightView (1920×1080), slim (3.2 mm), SVA, color gamut 60%, typical ...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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...) Support for 6.35 cm (2.5 in) hard drives in 7.0 mm (.28 in) and 9.5 mm (.37 in) thickness Support for Serial ATA /Support for mSATA Support for HP 3D Drive Guard hard drive protection Support for the following hard drives: ● 1.5 TB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm (select models only) ● 1 TB, 5400 rpm,... Response Technology (select models only) ● Support for 24 GB mSATA SSD (not available on computer models equipped with 16834 MB or 12288 MB system memory or with a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD) Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ √ Computer models equipped with an...
...) Support for 6.35 cm (2.5 in) hard drives in 7.0 mm (.28 in) and 9.5 mm (.37 in) thickness Support for Serial ATA /Support for mSATA Support for HP 3D Drive Guard hard drive protection Support for the following hard drives: ● 1.5 TB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm (select models only) ● 1 TB, 5400 rpm,... Response Technology (select models only) ● Support for 24 GB mSATA SSD (not available on computer models equipped with 16834 MB or 12288 MB system memory or with a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD) Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ √ Computer models equipped with an...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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Reads data from and writes data to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD). Category ...Subwoofer Dual array digital microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echocancellation, noise-suppression software HD Audio Beats Audio Integrated HP TrueVision HD webcam (fixed [no tilt], activity LED, 1280×720 by 30 frames per second) ...Combo Adapter ● Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (select models only) HP 2-in-1 multiformat Digital Media √ Reader Slot with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ ...
Reads data from and writes data to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD). Category ...Subwoofer Dual array digital microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echocancellation, noise-suppression software HD Audio Beats Audio Integrated HP TrueVision HD webcam (fixed [no tilt], activity LED, 1280×720 by 30 frames per second) ...Combo Adapter ● Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (select models only) HP 2-in-1 multiformat Digital Media √ Reader Slot with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ ...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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Category Security (continued) Operating system Serviceability Description ● Intel AT-p Ready Preinstalled: Windows 8.1 Ubuntu Linux End user replaceable parts: ● AC adapter ● Battery (system) ● Hard drive ● Memory modules (expansion and primary) ● WLAN module ● mSATA SSD Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ Computer models equipped with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ 8 Chapter 1 Product description
Category Security (continued) Operating system Serviceability Description ● Intel AT-p Ready Preinstalled: Windows 8.1 Ubuntu Linux End user replaceable parts: ● AC adapter ● Battery (system) ● Hard drive ● Memory modules (expansion and primary) ● WLAN module ● mSATA SSD Computer models equipped with an AMD processor √ √ Computer models equipped with an Intel processor √ √ √ √ √ 8 Chapter 1 Product description
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... starts up automatically to cool internal components. Some USB devices require power and require you to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD). ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● White: The computer is on and off...
... starts up automatically to cool internal components. Some USB devices require power and require you to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD). ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● White: The computer is on and off...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... sound. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to the hard drive bay, the WLAN module slot, and the memory module slots. Produce sound. 16 Chapter 2 External component identification Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Component Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery release latch...
... sound. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to the hard drive bay, the WLAN module slot, and the memory module slots. Produce sound. 16 Chapter 2 External component identification Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Component Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery release latch...
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... and 4 isolators) Power connector cable: Power connector cable For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory Connector board (includes 2 cables): For use on computer models equipped with an AMD processor For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor..., and the Linux operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and the Windows Professional operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA...
... and 4 isolators) Power connector cable: Power connector cable For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory Connector board (includes 2 cables): For use on computer models equipped with an AMD processor For use on computer models equipped with an Intel processor..., and the Linux operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and the Windows Professional operating system For use on computer models equipped with the Intel HM87 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA...