HP Pavilion Dm1 1000 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Handling drives
Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Refer to the following cautions
before handling drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information,
observe these precautions:
Before you move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the
screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive....

Improving hard drive performance
Using Disk Defragmenter
As you use the computer, files on the hard drive become fragmented. Disk Defragmenter consolidates
the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that the system can run more efficiently.
To run Disk Defragmenter:
1.Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter.
2.Click Defragment now.
NOTE:Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your
computer. You may be prompted for your...

Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay
CAUTION:To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the
hard drive while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the
power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
To remove the hard drive:
1.Save your work.
2.Shut...

10.Pull the hard drive tab (2) up and lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay.
To install a hard drive:
1.Grasp the hard drive tab (1) and insert the hard drive (2) into the hard drive bay, until the rubber
stops slide into place.
2.Reconnect the hard drive cable (3).
3.Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer, and then close the cover
(1).
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4.Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (2).
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Using external drives
Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. 
USB drives include the following types:
●1.44-megabyte diskette drive
●Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached)
●DVD-ROM Drive
●DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
●DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive
●DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive
●DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe
●Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 
●Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe...

Connecting optional external drives
NOTE:For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to
use, refer to the manufacturers instructions.
To connect an external drive to the computer:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be sure
that the drive is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged.
1.Connect the drive to the computer.
NOTE:The external optical drive must be connected to the USB port on the computer, not...

External devices
Using a USB device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external
device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to
the system, an optional docking device, or an optional expansion product.
Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device.
For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturers instructions.
The...

Removing a USB device
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to
safely remove the USB device.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device.
To remove a USB device:
1.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
NOTE:To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden
icons icon (the arrow at the left of...

2.Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of options may be displayed.
Removing a digital card
CAUTION:To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely
remove the digital card.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card.
NOTE:To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying...