HP Pavilion 15 N300 Notebook Pc Series Manual

Inserting and removing a memory card
To insert a memory card:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the memory card connectors, use minimal force to
insert a memory card.
1.Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
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...

Using optical drives
An optical disc drive uses laser light to read or store large amounts of information. Some drives can
only read information, but others can also write (burn) information onto a blank disc.
Use these tips for best performance of your optical drive:
●When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged
before writing to media.
●Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while an optical drive is writing to a disc. The
write process is...

Inserting an optical disc
Tray-load
1.Turn on the computer.
2.Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray.
3.Pull out the tray (2).
4.Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up
over the tray spindle.
NOTE:If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle.
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...

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...

To share drives on the same network:
1.From the Windows desktop, right-click the network status 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.
56 Chapter 7   Managing and sharing information 

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...

To run Disk Defragmenter:
1.Connect the computer to AC power.
2.From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Select Settings, and then
select Defragment and optimize your drives.
3.Follow the on-screen instructions.
For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help.
Using Disk Cleanup
Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up disk
space and help the computer run more efficiently.
To run Disk Cleanup:...

3.Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
4.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
5.Remove the battery from the computer (see 
Removing a user-replaceable battery on page 42).
6.Remove the service door from the computer.
7.If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module:
a.Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module.
The memory module tilts up.
b.Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the module out of the
memory module...

9.Replace the service door.
10.Replace the battery.
11.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
12.Turn on the computer.
Updating programs and drivers
HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis to the latest versions.
Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer. Technology is
always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer to run the latest
technology available. For...