ASRock F24 manual Storage Devices, Hard Disk Drive Compartment

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Using the Notebook PC 4

Storage Devices

Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices:

•Hard Disk Drive

•Memory (RAM)

•Optical Drive

•Flash Memory Card Reader

Hard Disk Drive

Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC.

IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most delicate component and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped.

Hard Disk Drive Compartment

The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.

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Contents MultiBook F24 Table of Contents Using the Notebook PC Page Introducing the Notebook PC Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions Page Basic sides of the Notebook PC Knowing the PartsTop Side Front Side Power DC Input Display Monitor Output Modem PortRear Side Hdmi Port Hdmi Kensington Lock PortLeft Side Right SideUSB Ports 2.0/1.1 Sata Port E-SATA LAN Port Optical DriveGetting Started Using AC Power Power SystemTo install the battery pack To remove the battery pack Using Battery PowerInstalling and Removing the Battery Pack Powering on the Notebook PC Charging the Battery Pack Checking Battery PowerEmergency Shutdown Power OptionsRestarting or Rebooting Sleep and Hibernate Power Management ModesThermal Power Control Colored Hot Keys Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot Keys Keyboard as Cursors Microsoft Windows KeysKeyboard as a Numeric Keypad Switches Switches and Status IndicatorsTouchpad Lock Switch Wireless SwitchStatus Indicators Pointing Device Storage Devices Connections Using the Notebook PCPointing Device Using the TouchpadMoving The Cursor Scrolling on selected modelsMulti-touch Gesture Usage Automatic Touchpad Disabling Caring for the TouchpadHard Disk Drive Compartment Storage DevicesHard Disk Drive Memory RAM Installing a Memory Module Removing a Memory ModuleInserting an optical disc Optical DriveListening to Audio CD Using the Optical DriveRemoving an optical disc Emergency eject Flash Memory Card Examples Flash Memory Card ReaderModem Connection ConnectionsNetwork Connection Infrastructure mode Wireless LAN ConnectionAd-hoc mode Connecting to a network Windows Wireless Network ConnectionTurning on and Launching Bluetooth Utility Bluetooth Wireless Connection