HP DV6-3225DX manual Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection

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Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection

HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects the hard drive by parking the drive and halting I/O requests under one of the following conditions:

●You drop the computer.

●You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power.

After one of these events, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection returns the hard drive to normal operation.

NOTE: If the SmartBay contains a hard drive, the hard drive is protected by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Hard drives that are in an optional docking device, or are connected to a USB port, are not protected by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection.

For more information, see the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection Software Help.

Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status

The drive light on the computer illuminates to indicate that a hard drive is parked. To determine whether drives are currently protected or whether a drive is parked, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Windows Mobility Center.

The Mobility Center indicates HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status if:

●The software is enabled, a green check mark is superimposed over the hard drive icon.

●The software is disabled, a white diagonal line is superimposed over the hard drive icon.

●The drive is parked, a yellow moon is superimposed over the hard drive icon.

NOTE: The icon in the Mobility Center might not show the most up-to-date status for the drive. For immediate updates after a change in status, enable the notification area icon.

To enable the notification area icon:

1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection.

NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes.

2.On the icon in System Tray row, click Show.

3.Click OK.

Managing power with a parked hard drive

If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked a drive:

●The computer does not shut down.

●The computer does not initiate Sleep or Hibernation.

NOTE: If the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection initiates Hibernation.

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Contents Page Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Page Identifying hardware FeaturesSelect Start Control Panel System and Security Top components Select Mouse settingsComponents TouchPadTouchPad buttons Description FunctionLights Buttons and Fingerprint Reader select models only OptionsKeys Esc keyFront components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Additional hardware components Labels Wireless, local area network, and modem Using wireless devicesUsing the wireless controls Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless key Using operating system controls Using HP Wireless AssistantClick Properties Using a Wlan Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Roaming to another networkUsing Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSConnecting to a local area network Using the TouchPad Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Pointing devices and keyboardTurning the TouchPad on and off Using TouchPad gesturesScrolling Pinching RotatingUsing the touchscreen select models only Calibrating the touchscreenPerforming actions on the touchscreen Performing clicksConnecting an external mouse Using the action keysSetting touchscreen preferences Prt sc Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Multimedia features MultimediaSee Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices Identifying your multimedia componentsAdjusting the volume Using the media activity keys Installing multimedia software from a disc Using HP MediaSmart softwareUsing other preinstalled multimedia software Multimedia softwareAudio Connecting external audio devicesSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Checking your audio functionsConnecting an external monitor or projector VideoConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring audio for Hdmi select models onlyWebcam Click Playback devicesUsing power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting SleepInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using the battery meterUsing power plans Click Customize notification iconsSelecting a different power plan Setting password protection on wakeupViewing the current power plan Customizing power plansUsing external AC power Connecting the AC adapter Using Battery Check Using battery powerFinding battery information in Help and Support Displaying the remaining battery chargeInserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Maximizing battery discharge timeIdentifying low battery levels Managing low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Calibrating a battery Click Change advanced power settingsSelect Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Disposing of a used battery Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Replacing the batteryShutting down the computer Switching between graphics modes select models onlyClick Shut down Page Drives Handling drivesOptical drive Identifying the installed optical driveUsing optical discs Select Start ComputerSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs Playing a CD, DVD, or BD Blu-ray discs BDChanging DVD region settings Configuring AutoPlaySelect Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Observing the copyright warning Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoCopying a CD or DVD Creating burning a CD or DVD Removing a CD, DVD, or BD Using external drives Using Disk Cleanup Using Disk DefragmenterImproving hard drive performance Managing power with a parked hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Replacing a drive in the primary hard drive bay Page Page Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceExternal devices Using an eSATA device Removing a USB deviceConnecting an eSATA device Removing an eSATA device External media cards Using Digital Media Slot cardsInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Security Protecting the computerUsing passwords Setting passwords in WindowsSetting passwords in Setup Utility Administrator passwordPower-on password Managing an administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall softwareInstalling critical security updates Installing an optional security cableUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Locating the Fingerprint ReaderRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows Troubleshooting Cannot connect to a WlanNetwork icon is not displayed Cannot connect to a preferred networkCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weakComputer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive Selecting Start Control Panel System and SecuritySelecting Advanced Settings Monitor tab CD, DVD, or BD does not playCD, DVD, or BD does not play automatically Click Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay SettingsSelect Advanced Settings Monitor tab DVD or BD movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyObtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Index USBIcons Maintenance