HP Pavilion Dm3 1100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

7 Memory modules
The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.
The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord
and remove all batteries before installing a memory module.
CAUTION:Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Before beginning any
procedure, ensure that you are discharged of static...

9.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.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the
edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
b.Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memory
module slot.
To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container....

c.Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and right edges
of the memory module, until the retention clips snap into place.
11.Align the tabs on the memory module compartment cover with the notches on the computer (1)
and close the cover (2).
12.Tighten the 2 memory module compartment screws (3).
13.Replace the battery.
14.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
15.Turn on the computer.
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8 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 it has no moving parts, an SSD does not generate as much heat as a hard drive.
To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer.
NOTE:Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.
You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as...

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.
Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive.
Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the computer.
Handle a drive carefully; do not drop...

To run Disk Cleanup:
1.Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup.
2.Follow the on-screen instructions.
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...

11.Pivot the hard drive upward (3) and lift the hard drive out of the hard drive bay (4).
To install a hard drive:
1.Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
2.Pivot the hard drive downward (2), and then slide the hard drive (3) to the right until the hard drive
snaps into place.
3.Tighten the 2 screws (4) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
4.Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer.
5.Close the cover (2).
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6.Tighten the 3 hard drive cover screws (3).
Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only)
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data
requests under either of the following conditions:
●You drop the computer.
●You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power.
A short time after the end of one of these events, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection returns the
hard drive to normal...

To enable the notification area icon:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive
Protection.
NOTE:If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes.
2.On the Icon in System Tray row, click Show.
3.Click OK.
Managing power with a parked hard drive
If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked the drive, the computer will behave in the following
ways:
●The computer will not shut down.
●The computer will not initiate Sleep or Hibernation, except as described in the...

●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 DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive
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...