HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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.../docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Procedures for disk traffic, and provides link power management with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for lower power consumption on computer systems equipped with Serial ATA hard disk drives. The latest device driver versions address multiple known issues that are released to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with...
.../docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Procedures for disk traffic, and provides link power management with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Intel Matrix Storage Technology driver HP offers the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver for lower power consumption on computer systems equipped with Serial ATA hard disk drives. The latest device driver versions address multiple known issues that are released to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...7 Display ...9 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Buttons, speakers, and antennas 13 Keys ...15 Bottom ...16 Labels ...17 3 Connecting to a network ...19 Connecting to a wireless network ...19 Using the wireless controls 19 Using the wireless button 20 Using operating system controls 21 Using a WLAN ...21 Using an Internet service provider 21 Setting up a WLAN 22 Configuring a wireless router 22...
... ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...7 Display ...9 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Buttons, speakers, and antennas 13 Keys ...15 Bottom ...16 Labels ...17 3 Connecting to a network ...19 Connecting to a wireless network ...19 Using the wireless controls 19 Using the wireless button 20 Using operating system controls 21 Using a WLAN ...21 Using an Internet service provider 21 Setting up a WLAN 22 Configuring a wireless router 22...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... Utility (BIOS) passwords 73 TPM Embedded Security device (select models only 74 Using Internet 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 optional security cable lock 76 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 77 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...77 Updating the BIOS ...77 Determining the BIOS version 77 Downloading...
... Utility (BIOS) passwords 73 TPM Embedded Security device (select models only 74 Using Internet 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 optional security cable lock 76 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 77 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...77 Updating the BIOS ...77 Determining the BIOS version 77 Downloading...
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... accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of hardware or software. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you to set up Internet access in your wireless router to a wireless network 21 Connecting to the modem, and test the Internet service. For more information, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. NOTE: The...
... accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of hardware or software. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you to set up Internet access in your wireless router to a wireless network 21 Connecting to the modem, and test the Internet service. For more information, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. NOTE: The...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... in Setup Utility. Errors can disable this section. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on each of the screen. The icon on both the computer and the monitor. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the Start screen from operating properly. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to quickly access information or perform specific functions. TIP: The Windows logo key...
... in Setup Utility. Errors can disable this section. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on each of the screen. The icon on both the computer and the monitor. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the Start screen from operating properly. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to quickly access information or perform specific functions. TIP: The Windows logo key...
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... Setup Utility (BIOS). Rapid Start Technology manages your power-saving options as follows: ● Sleep-Rapid Start Technology allows you must enable Hibernation using Power Options. If you want to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep With the computer on, you to resume your work is saved to select the Sleep state. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is closed, open , select Settings, select the Power...
... Setup Utility (BIOS). Rapid Start Technology manages your power-saving options as follows: ● Sleep-Rapid Start Technology allows you must enable Hibernation using Power Options. If you want to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep With the computer on, you to resume your work is saved to select the Sleep state. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is closed, open , select Settings, select the Power...
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... about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. USB 3.0 ports, also known as SuperSpeed ports, are compatible with software that allows you store, manage, share, and access information. NOTE: For more than one type of external devices, such as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer. Using a USB device 63 Some computers have on this versatile interface allows you to connect to a network on...
... about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. USB 3.0 ports, also known as SuperSpeed ports, are compatible with software that allows you store, manage, share, and access information. NOTE: For more than one type of external devices, such as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer. Using a USB device 63 Some computers have on this versatile interface allows you to connect to a network on...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... works without supervision. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your computer From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to run more than an hour to AC power. 2. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive...
... works without supervision. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your computer From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to run more than an hour to AC power. 2. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...9679; Change your passwords at the first password check, you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. NOTE: This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● Must be used in place of the power-on password Function ● Must be used in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Administrator password Power-on password. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Setting...
...9679; Change your passwords at the first password check, you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. NOTE: This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● Must be used in place of the power-on password Function ● Must be used in Windows, nor is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Administrator password Power-on password. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Setting...
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... can select Available. ● If you can modify the TPM settings in the operating system. Settings TPM Embedded Security Device TPM Status Embedded Security State TPM Set to Factory Defaults Function Available/Hidden ● If the administrator password is enabled or disabled by the Embedded Security State setting. Press f1 to reset the TPM, or press f2 to Clear the TPM. To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on password in Setup Utility.
... can select Available. ● If you can modify the TPM settings in the operating system. Settings TPM Embedded Security Device TPM Status Embedded Security State TPM Set to Factory Defaults Function Available/Hidden ● If the administrator password is enabled or disabled by the Embedded Security State setting. Press f1 to reset the TPM, or press f2 to Clear the TPM. To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on password in Setup Utility.
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... left the factory. Antivirus software can be a combination of your choice in Help and Support. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your home network to protect all available updates are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. It is monitored and compared with a set up your computer. Using firewall software Firewalls are installed on the network. It...
... left the factory. Antivirus software can be a combination of your choice in Help and Support. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your home network to protect all available updates are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. It is monitored and compared with a set up your computer. Using firewall software Firewalls are installed on the network. It...
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..., remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are displayed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If no instructions are ready to install the update. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. BIOS installation procedures vary. Using the hard drive path you connect your computer to a network, consult the network...
..., remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are displayed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If no instructions are ready to install the update. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Double-click the file that contains the update. 4. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. BIOS installation procedures vary. Using the hard drive path you connect your computer to a network, consult the network...
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...; If you want to reset your information from the HP Recovery media. For more information, see Recovering using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to restore your computer or were purchased from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore and recovery There are several options for quick and easy recovery on page 84. ●...
...; If you want to reset your information from the HP Recovery media. For more information, see Recovering using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to restore your computer or were purchased from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore and recovery There are several options for quick and easy recovery on page 84. ●...
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... Media Card Reader, identifying 5 Disk Cleanup software 68 Disk Defragmenter software 67 E edge swipe gestures 39, 44 left-edge swipe 40, 44 right-edge swipe 39 top-edge swipe 40, 45 electrostatic discharge 90 esc key, identifying 15 external AC power, using 58 external devices 65 F factory reset 81, 85 firewall software 75 fn key, identifying 15, 50 fun things to do 2 H hard drive light 8 hard drive, HP 3D DriveGuard 67 HDMI configuring audio 31 connecting 31 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone jack...
... Media Card Reader, identifying 5 Disk Cleanup software 68 Disk Defragmenter software 67 E edge swipe gestures 39, 44 left-edge swipe 40, 44 right-edge swipe 39 top-edge swipe 40, 45 electrostatic discharge 90 esc key, identifying 15 external AC power, using 58 external devices 65 F factory reset 81, 85 firewall software 75 fn key, identifying 15, 50 fun things to do 2 H hard drive light 8 hard drive, HP 3D DriveGuard 67 HDMI configuring audio 31 connecting 31 HDMI port, identifying 7 headphone jack...
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... Wireless Display 33 Intel Wireless Music 33 internal display switch, identifying 9 internal microphones, identifying 9 Internet connection setup 22 Internet security software, using 74 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5 audio-out (headphone) 5 RJ-45 (network) 7 keyboard hot keys, identifying 50 keys action 15 esc 15 fn 15 Windows application 15 Windows logo 15 L labels Bluetooth 18 regulatory 17 serial number 17 service 17 wireless certification 18 WLAN 18 left-edge swipe 40, 44 lights AC adapter 5 caps lock 12 hard drive 8 keyboard backlight 11 mute 11 power 8, 11 RJ-45 (network) 7 TouchPad...
... Wireless Display 33 Intel Wireless Music 33 internal display switch, identifying 9 internal microphones, identifying 9 Internet connection setup 22 Internet security software, using 74 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5 audio-out (headphone) 5 RJ-45 (network) 7 keyboard hot keys, identifying 50 keys action 15 esc 15 fn 15 Windows application 15 Windows logo 15 L labels Bluetooth 18 regulatory 17 serial number 17 service 17 wireless certification 18 WLAN 18 left-edge swipe 40, 44 lights AC adapter 5 caps lock 12 hard drive 8 keyboard backlight 11 mute 11 power 8, 11 RJ-45 (network) 7 TouchPad...
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...-edge swipe 44 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 7 RJ-45 (network) lights, identifying 7 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 37 security cable lock, installing 76 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 22 serial number, computer 17 service labels, locating 17 setting password protection on wakeup 53 setup of WLAN 22 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 73 sharing media 26 shipping the computer 71 shortcut keys 49 shutdown 62 Sleep exiting 52 initiating 52 slots Digital Media Card Reader 5 security cable 6 sMedio 360 Suite 26, 27...
...-edge swipe 44 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 7 RJ-45 (network) lights, identifying 7 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 37 security cable lock, installing 76 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 22 serial number, computer 17 service labels, locating 17 setting password protection on wakeup 53 setup of WLAN 22 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 73 sharing media 26 shipping the computer 71 shortcut keys 49 shutdown 62 Sleep exiting 52 initiating 52 slots Digital Media Card Reader 5 security cable 6 sMedio 360 Suite 26, 27...
HP SpectreXT TouchSmart Maintenance and Service Guide
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... all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the memory module: 1. Click the link for the computer model. 5. Remove the bottom cover (see Battery on -screen instructions. Click Support & Drivers > click Drivers & Software. 3. Click the link for the most recent BIOS. 8. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Memory module Description 4-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 2-GB memory module...
... all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the memory module: 1. Click the link for the computer model. 5. Remove the bottom cover (see Battery on -screen instructions. Click Support & Drivers > click Drivers & Software. 3. Click the link for the most recent BIOS. 8. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Memory module Description 4-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 2-GB memory module...
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... initiate Sleep. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Using the hard drive path you are displayed on -screen instructions. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on your selection to the hard drive. Updating the BIOS 75 Do not download or install a BIOS update...
... initiate Sleep. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Using the hard drive path you are displayed on -screen instructions. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on your selection to the hard drive. Updating the BIOS 75 Do not download or install a BIOS update...
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... to see Recovering using Refresh. Using Windows Refresh for instructions on page 86. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. See Windows Help and Support for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the bottom-right corner of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to display the charms. 2. Restore and recovery 83 NOTE: During Refresh, a list of the screen to the replacement drive. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications.
... to see Recovering using Refresh. Using Windows Refresh for instructions on page 86. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. See Windows Help and Support for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the bottom-right corner of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to display the charms. 2. Restore and recovery 83 NOTE: During Refresh, a list of the screen to the replacement drive. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications.
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... logo key 6 L left-side components 9 light components 7 lights AC adapter 11 caps lock 8 hard drive 10 keyboard backlight 7 mute 7 power 7, 10 RJ-45 (network) jack 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 4 wireless 7 M mass storage device illustrated 21 precautions 28 spare part numbers 21 memory module product description 1 removal 60 spare part numbers 18, 22, 60 memory shield removal 60 spare part number 18, 25, 60 microphone location 4 product description 2 microphone jack 11 model description 33 model name 1 multimedia board removal 59 spare part number 18, 25, 59 mute light 7 N network jack 9 O operating...
... logo key 6 L left-side components 9 light components 7 lights AC adapter 11 caps lock 8 hard drive 10 keyboard backlight 7 mute 7 power 7, 10 RJ-45 (network) jack 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 4 wireless 7 M mass storage device illustrated 21 precautions 28 spare part numbers 21 memory module product description 1 removal 60 spare part numbers 18, 22, 60 memory shield removal 60 spare part number 18, 25, 60 microphone location 4 product description 2 microphone jack 11 model description 33 model name 1 multimedia board removal 59 spare part number 18, 25, 59 mute light 7 N network jack 9 O operating...