Drives User Guide
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Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.
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Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ..................................................................................................................... 3 Using Disk Cleanup .............................................................................................................................. 3 4 HP 3D DriveGuard HP 3D DriveGuard status ..........................................................................
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1 Identifying installed drives To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > My Computer.
2 Handling drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Refer to the following cautions before handling drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before you move a computer or external hard drive from one location, initiate Standby, and allow the screen to clear.
3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the hard drive become fragmented. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that the system can run more efficiently. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Under Volume, click the listing for the hard drive, usually listed as (C:), and then click Defragment.
4 HP 3D DriveGuard HP 3D DriveGuard protects the hard drive by parking the drive and halting I/O requests under either of the following conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. A short time after the end of one of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to normal operation. NOTE: Internal hard drives and optional MultiBay II hard drives (select models only) are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard.
HP 3D DriveGuard status The drive light on the computer changes to an amber color to show that the drive is parked. To determine whether drives are currently protected or whether a drive is parked, use the icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar: ● If the software is enabled, a green check mark is superimposed over the hard drive icon. ● If the software is disabled, a red X is superimposed over the hard drive icon.
HP 3D DriveGuard software The HP 3D DriveGuard software enables you to perform the following tasks: ● Enable and disable HP 3D DriveGuard. NOTE: Depending on your user privileges, you may not be able to enable or disable HP 3D DriveGuard. ● Determine whether a drive in the system is supported. ● Hide or show the icon in the notification area. To open the software and change settings, follow these steps: 1. Double-click the icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
5 Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in Standby, or in Hibernation. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. To remove a hard drive: ENWW 1. Save your work. 2.
10. Pull the hard drive tab (2) to the left to disconnect the hard drive. 11. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. To install a hard drive: 8 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Pull the hard drive tab (2) to the right to connect the hard drive. 3. Tighten the hard drive screw (3). 4. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 5. Replace the cover (2).
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6 MultiBay II drive The MultiBay II accepts an optional hard drive module (with an adapter) as well as an optional optical drive.
MulitBay II security screw To enhance the security of your MultiBay II drive, a MultiBay II security screw has been installed on the bottom of the notebook beneath the MultiBay II. The security screw must be installed for shipping, but can be removed for normal use. NOTE: The security screw must be removed before you remove a drive from the MultiBay II or insert a drive into the MultiBay II.
MultiBay II hard drive The MultiBay II accepts optional hard drive modules that consist of a hard drive attached to an adapter. Inserting a hard drive module To insert a hard drive module into the MultiBay II, gently slide the hard drive module into the MultiBay II, pressing the right side of the module until the module is seated. Removing a hard drive module To remove a hard drive from the MultiBay II, follow these steps: 1. Save your work and close any open applications. 2.
MultiBay II optical drive This section provides information on using optical discs (CDs or DVDs) in the MultiBay II. Inserting an optical drive To insert an optical drive into the MultiBay II, gently slide the drive into the MultiBay II, pressing on the right side of the drive until the drive is seated. Removing an optical drive To remove an optical drive from the MultiBay II, follow these steps: 1. Save your work and close any open applications. 2.
7 Using an optical drive An optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs store or transport information and play music and movies. DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs. All optical drives can read from optical media and some drives can also write to optical media, as described in the following table.
If Standby or Hibernation is initiated during playback of a disc, you may experience the following behaviors: ENWW ● Your playback may be interrupted. ● You may see a warning message asking if you want to continue. If this message is displayed, click No. ● You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume audio and video playback.
Inserting an optical disc 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle. 5. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place. 6. Close the media tray.
Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 3.
Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces.
8 Using external drives Removable external drives enable you to store and access information. A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer or on an optional docking device (select models only). An external MultiBay or MultiBay II supports any MultiBay or MultiBay II device, including the following: ENWW ● 1.
Optional external devices NOTE: For information about required software, drivers, and which port on the computer to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. To connect an external device to the computer: NOTE: If you are connecting a powered device, be sure to turn off the device and unplug the AC power cord. 1. Connect the device to the computer. 2. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn on the device.
Optional External MultiBay and External MultiBay II An external MultiBay or MultiBay II connects to a USB port on the computer and enables you to use MultiBay and MultiBay II devices. For more information about the external MultiBay, refer to the documentation that is included with the device.
Index A airport security devices 2 C CD inserting 16 removing, with power 17 removing, without power 18 CD drive 14, 19 D Disk Cleanup 3 Disk Cleanup software 3 Disk Defragmenter 3 Disk Defragmenter software 3 disk performance 3 diskette drive 19 drive light 5 drives caring for 2 diskette 19 external 19 hard 7, 8, 19 MultiBay 10, 19, 21 optical 14, 19 See also hard drive, optical drive DVD inserting 16 removing, with power 17 removing, without power 18 DVD drive 14, 19 E external drive 19 installing 8 rep
