HP Pavilion Dm1 2100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

5 Drives and external devices
Drives
Identifying installed drives
Your computer includes a hard drive (with a rotating disc) or a solid state-drive (SSD) with solid-state
memory. Because an SSD has no moving parts, it does not generate as much heat as a hard drive.
To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer.
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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...

Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects the hard drive by parking the drive and halting I/O
requests under one of the following conditions:
●You drop the computer.
●You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power.
After one of these events, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection returns the hard drive to normal
operation.
NOTE:If the SmartBay contains a hard drive, the hard drive is protected by HP ProtectSmart...

Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software
The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software:
●Enables and disables HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection.
NOTE:Depending on your user privileges, you might not have the rights to enable or disable HP
ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Additionally, members of an Administrator group can change
the privileges for non-Administrator users.
●Determines whether a drive in the system is supported.
To open the software and change settings:
1.In...

8.Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer (2).
9.Disconnect the hard drive cable (1) that connects the hard drive to the computer.
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.
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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).
4.Tighten the hard drive cover screws (2).
5.Replace the battery.
6.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
7.Turn on the computer.
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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...