HP Pavilion Dv6 3100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Configuring AutoPlay
To configure AutoPlay:
1.Select Start > Default Programs > Change AutoPlay settings.
2.Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices check box is selected.
3.Click Choose a default, and then select one of the available options for each media type listed.
NOTE:Choose HP MediaSmart to play DVDs.
4.Click Save.
For more information about AutoPlay, refer to Help and Support.
Changing DVD region settings
CAUTION:The region settings on the DVD drive can be changed five times.
The region setting selected the fifth time becomes the permanent region setting on the DVD drive.
The number of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD Region tab.
Most DVDs containing copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect
copyrights internationally.
Play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on
your DVD drive.
To change region settings through the operating system:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security.
2.In the System area, click Device Manager.
NOTE:Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve security of the computer.
You might be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software,
running utilities, or changing Windows settings. For more information, refer to Help and Support.
3.Expand the DVD/CD-ROM drives to show all of the installed drives.
4.Right-click the DVD drive where you want to change region settings, and then click Properties.
5.Click the DVD Region tab, and change the settings.
6.Click OK.
Optical drive 61 
						

							Observing the copyright warning
It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright-
protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use
this computer for such purposes.
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or damage to a disc:
Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a disc
while the computer is running on battery power.
Before writing to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you are using.
Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a destination
disc. Save the information to the hard drive, and then burn from the hard drive to the destination disc.
Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to a disc. The
write process is sensitive to vibration.
For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer’s
instructions, which might be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on the manufacturers Web site.
Copying a CD or DVD
To copy a CD or DVD:
1.Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suites > Power2Go.
2.Insert the disc you want to copy into the optical drive.
3.Click Copy at the bottom right of the screen.
Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a temporary folder on the hard drive.
4.When prompted, remove the source disc from the optical drive, and then insert a blank disc into
the drive.
After the information is copied, the disc created ejects automatically.
62 Chapter 7   Drives 
						

							Creating (burning) a CD or DVD
CAUTION:Observe the copyright warning. It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws,
to make unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films,
broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes.
If the computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, use software such as Windows
Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data, video, and audio files, including MP3 and WAV
music files.
Observe the following guidelines when burning a CD or DVD:
●Before burning a disc, save and close any open files and close all programs.
●A CD-R or DVD-R is best for burning audio files because after the information is copied, it cannot
be changed.
NOTE:An audio DVD cannot be created with CyberLink Power2Go.
●Use CD-Rs to burn music CDs, because some home and car stereos do not play CD-RWs.
●A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings
before burning them to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed.
●DVD players used in home systems do not support all DVD formats. For a list of supported formats,
refer to the user guide that came with the DVD player.
●An MP3 file uses less space than other music file formats, and the process for creating an MP3
disc is the same as the process for creating a data file. MP3 files play on MP3 players or on
computers with MP3 software installed.
To burn a CD or DVD:
1.Download or copy the source files into a folder on the hard drive.
2.Insert a blank CD or DVD into the optical drive.
3.Select Start > All Programs, and then select the name of the software you want to use.
NOTE:Some programs might be located in subfolders.
4.Select the kind of CD or DVD you want to create—data, audio, or video.
5.Right-click Start, click Open Windows Explorer, and navigate to the folder where the source files
are stored.
6.Open the folder, and then drag and drop the files into the drive that contains the blank optical disc.
7.Initiate the burning process as directed by the program selected.
For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturers instructions, which might be provided with
the software, on disc, or on the manufacturers Web site.
Optical drive 63 
						

							Removing a CD, DVD, or BD
To remove an optical disc:
1.Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray.
2.Gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops.
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 then place the disc in a protective case.
64 Chapter 7   Drives 
						

							Using external drives
Removable external drives expand storing options and information access. A USB mouse can be
connected to the system using the ports on an optional docking device or optional expansion product.
USB drives include:
●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
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 AC power cord is disconnected.
1.Connect the drive to the computer.
2.If connecting a powered drive, connect the drive power cord to a grounded AC outlet.
To disconnect a powered drive:
1.Disconnect the drive from the computer.
2.Disconnect the AC power cord.
Using external drives 65 
						

							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 runs more efficiently.
After starting Disk Defragmenter, it works without supervision. Depending on the size of the hard drive
and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter might take more than an hour to complete. Set
it to run during the night or another time when you do not need access to the computer.
HP recommends defragmenting the hard drive at least once a month. Set Disk Defragmenter to run on
a monthly schedule, but the computer can be defragmented manually at any time.
To run Disk Defragmenter:
1.Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter.
2.Click Defragment disk.
NOTE:Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the
computer. You might be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing
software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. For more information, refer to Help and
Support.
For more information, refer to the Disk Defragmenter software Help.
Using Disk Cleanup
Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that, when safely deleted, free up disk space
and help the computer to run more efficiently.
To run Disk Cleanup:
1.Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup.
2.Follow the on-screen instructions.
66 Chapter 7   Drives 
						

							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 Hard
Drive Protection. Hard drives that are in an optional docking device, or are connected to a USB port,
are not protected by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection.
For more information, refer to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help.
Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status
The drive light on the computer turns amber to indicate that a hard drive is parked. To determine whether
drives are currently protected or whether a drive is parked, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Windows Mobility Center.
The Mobility Center indicates HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status. If:
●The software is enabled, a green check mark is superimposed over the hard drive icon.
●The software is disabled, a white diagonal line is superimposed over the hard drive icon.
●The drive is parked, a yellow moon is superimposed over the hard drive icon.
NOTE:The icon in the Mobility Center might not show the most up-to-date status for the drive. For
immediate updates after a change in status, enable the notification area icon.
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 a drive:
●The computer does not shut down.
●The computer does not initiate Sleep or Hibernation.
NOTE:If the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP
ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection initiates Hibernation.
Before moving the computer, HP recommends shutting down the computer or initiating Sleep or
Hibernation.
Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 67 
						

							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 Mobility Center, click the Hard Drive icon to open the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
window.
– or –
Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive
Protection.
NOTE:If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes.
2.Click the appropriate button to change the settings.
3.Click OK.
68 Chapter 7   Drives 
						

							Replacing a 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 or in Sleep or Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn on the computer by pressing the
Power button, and then shut down the computer through the operating system.
To remove the hard drive:
1.Save your work.
2.Shut down the computer and close the display.
3.Disconnect all external hardware devices connected to the computer.
4.Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.
5.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the hard drive bay toward you.
6.Remove the battery from the computer.
7.Remove the four hard drive cover screws (1).
8.Lift the hard drive cover (2) away from the computer.
9.Pull firmly on the plastic tab (1) on the hard drive cable to disconnect it from the system board.
Replacing a drive in the hard drive bay 69 
						

							10.Using the tab (2) on the right side of the hard drive, lift the hard drive to a 45-degree angle, and
then remove the hard drive (3) from the computer.
To install the hard drive:
1.Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay.
2.Using the tab (1), pull the hard drive to the right so that the rubber spacers tuck into the openings
on the left side of the hard drive bay.
3.Connect the hard drive cable (2) to the hard drive connector on the system board.
4.Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer.
5.Close the cover (2).
70 Chapter 7   Drives