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●Keeping permanent archives of computer files and scanned home records

●Offloading files from your hard drive to free up disk space

After data is recorded, it cannot be erased or written over.

CD-RW discs

Use a CD-RW disc (a rewritable version of a CD) to store large projects that must be updated frequently. Typical uses include the following:

●Developing and maintaining large documents and project files

●Transporting work files

●Making weekly backups of hard drive files

●Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously

DVD±R discs

Use blank DVD±R discs to permanently store large amounts of information. After data is recorded, it cannot be erased or written over.

DVD±RW discs

Use DVD±RW discs if you want to be able to erase or write over data that you saved earlier. This type of disc is ideal for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed.

LightScribe DVD+R discs

Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for sharing and storing data, home videos, and photos. These discs are read-compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD video players. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can write data to the disc, and then add a designer label to the outside of the disc.

Blu-ray Discs (BDs)

BD is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information, including high-definition video. A single-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 25 GB, over 5 times the storage capacity of a single-layer DVD at 4.7 GB. A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 50 GB, almost 6 times the storage capacity of a dual-layer DVD at 8.5 GB.

Typical uses include the following:

●Storage of large amounts of data

●High-definition video playback and storage

●Video games

NOTE: As Blu-ray is a new format containing new technologies, certain disc, digital connection, compatibility and/or performance issues may arise, which do not constitute defects in the product. Flawless playback on all systems is not guaranteed.

Playing a CD, DVD, or BD

1.Turn on the computer.

2.Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray.

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Contents HP Pavilion Notebook PC Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 104 Top components FeaturesIdentifying the hardware TouchPadComponent Description Power light White Power is on LightsPower button and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Fn keyFront components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Display components Wireless antennas Bottom componentsComponent Description Labels Additional hardware componentsComponent Description Networking Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name DescriptionUsing HP Wireless Assistant software Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless action key Using a Wlan Using operating system controlsSetting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyRoaming to another network Removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSCannot connect to a preferred Wlan network Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsCannot connect to a Wlan Network icon is not displayed Current Wlan network security codes are unavailableWlan connection is very weak Connecting to a local area network LANCannot connect to the wireless router Page Using the TouchPad Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Pointing devices and keyboardSelecting Using TouchPad gestures ScrollingIcon Action Description Using the action keysConnecting an external mouse Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Icon Function Hotkey DescriptionPointing devices and keyboard Identifying your multimedia components Multimedia featuresMultimedia Multimedia Multimedia software Using the media activity functionsUsing the media activity action keys Using other multimedia software Opening preinstalled multimedia softwareUsing HP MediaSmart software Audio Installing multimedia software from a discConnecting external audio devices Checking your audio functionsUsing the external monitor port Using the audio-out headphone jackUsing the audio-in microphone jack Video Connecting an Hdmi device Optical drive Identifying the installed optical driveConfiguring audio for Hdmi select models only CD-R discs Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDsSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs LightScribe CD orPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Configuring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settingsCreating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Observing the copyright warningCopying a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Troubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drivePreventing playback disruptions Disc does not playDisc does not play automatically Movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyDevice driver must be reinstalled Movie is not visible on an external displayWebcam Obtaining the latest HP device driversAdjusting webcam properties Using power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting SleepViewing the current power plan Using the battery meterUsing power plans Initiating and exiting HibernationSelecting a different power plan Using external AC powerSetting password protection on wakeup Customizing power plansConnecting the AC adapter Identifying batteries Using battery powerTesting an AC adapter Displaying the remaining battery charge Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Inserting or removing the batteryPage Managing low battery levels Charging a batteryMaximizing battery discharge time Resolving a low battery level Calibrating a batteryIdentifying low battery levels Fully charge the battery Disable Hibernation and SleepReenable Hibernation and Sleep Discharge the batteryFully recharge the battery Storing a battery Switching between graphics modes select models onlyConserving battery power Disposing of a used batteryShutting down the computer Click Shut downHandling drives Identifying installed drivesDrives Using Disk Cleanup Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionUsing Disk Defragmenter Improving hard drive performanceUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusReplacing the hard drive Page Page Page Page External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceRemoving an eSATA device Using an eSATA deviceConnecting an eSATA device Page Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsExternal media cards Removing a digital card Memory modules Adding or replacing memory modulesPage Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Security Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Protecting the computerPassword Function Setting passwords in WindowsSetting passwords in Setup Utility Administrator password Managing an administrator passwordUsing antivirus software Power-on passwordInstalling an optional security cable Using firewall softwareInstalling critical security updates Using the fingerprint reader Locating the fingerprint readerRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows HP QuickWeb Disabling and enabling QuickWebUsing Setup Utility Setup UtilityStarting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Navigating and selecting in Setup UtilityRestoring default settings in Setup Utility System Configuration menu Setup Utility menusExiting Setup Utility Main menuDiagnostics menu Primary Hard Disk Self TestDetermining the Bios version Software updatesUpdating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Updating programs and driversPage Backup and Recovery Creating recovery discsBacking up your information When to create restore points Using Windows Backup and RestoreUsing system restore points Create a system restore pointRestore to a previous date and time Performing a recoveryRecovering from the recovery discs Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window Symbols/Numerics IndexDVD-ROM SIM SSD