HP Pavilion 14 E000 Notebook Pc Series User Manual

Although you can turn off the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use
the Windows Shut down command:
NOTE:If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or
Hibernation before shutdown is possible by briefly pressing the power button.
1.Save your work and close all open programs.
2.From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the
charms.
3.Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click...

7 Managing and sharing information
Drives are digital storage devices that help you store, manage, share, and access information. Your
computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your computer's software,
operating system, and also provides storage for all of your personal files. Some computers have a
built-in optical drive that allows you to read or write to a CD, DVD, or (on select models) Blu-ray Disc
(BD).
For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive...

A sound indicates that the device has been detected.
NOTE:The first time you connect a USB device, a message is revealed on the Windows desktop
and an icon appears in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, letting you know that the
device is recognized by the computer.
Removing a USB device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove
the USB device.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the...

2.Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then press in on the card until it is firmly
seated.
A sound indicates that the device has been detected.
To remove a memory card:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following
procedure to safely remove the memory card.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the memory card.
2.From the Windows desktop, click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far
right of the...

●Make sure you have installed the latest software updates for the drive.
●If the disc you are using is not clean, wipe it with a dry, lint-free, soft cloth.
Your computer may include an optical drive that supports one or more of the following disc
technologies:
●CD—A compact disc stores data that is read by a laser from the optical disc drive. The following
CD formats are available:
◦CD-Recordable (CD-R), which allows the computer to read information and to record
information one time on the CD. Once the...

5.Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place.
6.Close the disc tray.
NOTE:After you insert a disc, a short pause is normal. If you have not selected a media player, an
AutoPlay dialog box opens. It prompts you to select how you want to use the media content.
Removing an optical disc
There are 2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not.
When the disc tray opens normally
1.Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to...

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.Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case.
When the disc tray fails to open normally
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...

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.
NOTE:If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it.
4.Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case.
Sharing data and drives and accessing software
When your computer is part of a network, you are not limited to using only the information that is
stored in your computer. Network...

1.
From the Windows desktop, right-click the Wireless icon  in the notification area, at the far
right of the taskbar.
2.Select Open Network and Sharing Center.
3.Under View your active networks, select an active network.
4.Select Change advanced sharing settings to set sharing options for privacy, network discovery,
file and printer sharing or other network options.
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8 Maintaining your computer
It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition. This
chapter provides information about improving the performance of your computer by running tools
such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. It also provides information about updating your
programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips for traveling with your
computer.
Improving performance
Everyone wants a fast computer and by performing regular maintenance...