Desktop Management
3.5.5 Before You Partition or Format the Current Bootable Disk
Ensure that MBR Security is disabled before you change partitioning or formatting of the current bootable disk. Some disk utilities, such as FDISK and FORMAT, attempt to update the MBR. If MBR Security is enabled when you change partitioning or formatting of the disk, you may receive error messages from the disk utility or a warning from MBR Security the next time the computer is turned on or restarted.
To disable MBR Security, complete the following steps:
1.Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart.
2.As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the F10 key until you enter Computer Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.
✎If you do not press the F10 key at the appropriate time, you must restart the computer and press and hold the F10 key again to access the utility.
If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error
3.Select Advanced BIOS Features > MBR Security and press Enter.
4.In the MBR Security
5.Press Enter.
6.Before exiting, on the File menu, click Save and Exit Setup.
3.5.6Cable Lock Provision
The rear panel of the computer accommodates a cable lock so that you can physically secure the computer to a work area.
For illustrated instructions, see the Removal and Replacement Chapter for the specific chassis.
3.6 Fault Notification and Recovery
Fault Notification and Recovery features combine innovative hardware and software technology to prevent the loss of critical data and minimize unplanned downtime.
When a fault occurs, the computer displays a Local Alert message containing a description of the fault and any recommended actions. You can then view current system health by using the HP Client Manager Software. If the computer is connected to a network managed by HP Insight Manager, HP Client Manager Software, or other system management applications, the computer also sends a fault notice to the network management application.
3.6.1 Surge-Tolerant Power Supply
An integrated
3.6.2 Thermal Sensor
The thermal sensor is a hardware and software feature that tracks the internal temperature of the computer. This feature displays a warning message when the normal range is exceeded, which gives you time to take action before internal components are damaged or data is lost.
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