HP Pavilion Dm3 3100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Connecting an eSATA device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect
the device.
▲To connect an eSATA device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the
eSATA port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
Removing an eSATA device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to
remove the eSATA device.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system,...

Using optional external devices
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 device to the computer:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be
sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged.
1.Connect the device to the computer.
2.If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded...

Using the docking connector (select models only)
The docking connector connects the computer to an optional docking device. An optional docking
device provides additional ports and connectors that can be used with the computer.
NOTE:The following image may look slightly different than your computer or docking device.
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6Drives
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.
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...

Using hard drives
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.
NOTE:It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid-state drives.
After you start Disk Defragmenter, it works without supervision. Depending on the size of your hard
drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may...

Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in Windows 7 (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 operation.
NOTE:Because solid-state...

NOTE:If the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP
ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to initiate Hibernation.
Before you move the computer, HP recommends that you either shut it down or initiate Sleep or
Hibernation.
Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software
The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software can be enabled or disabled by an Administrator.
NOTE:Depending on your user privileges, you may be unable to enable or disable...

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...

3.Gently slide the disc into the slot load optical drive.
Removing an optical disc
Tray load
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 release the disc tray, and then gently pull out
the tray (2) until it stops.
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...

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.
Slot load
1.Press the release button (1) next to the drive.
2.Remove the disc (2) by holding it by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces.
3.Place the disc in a protective...