HP Pavilion Dv7 4200 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

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...

Replacing a drive in the primary 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.
NOTE:The cover of the primary hard drive bay is marked...

10.Disconnect the hard drive by sliding it to the left (2), and then remove the hard drive (3) from the
computer.
To install the primary hard drive:
1.Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
2.Connect the hard drive by sliding it to the right (2)
3.Insert the four hard drive screws (3).
4.Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer (1).
5.Close the cover (2).
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6.Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3).
7.Replace the battery.
8.Turn over the computer.
9.Connect external devices to the computer.
10.Connect the computer to AC power.
11.Turn on the computer.
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Replacing a drive in the secondary 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.
NOTE:The cover of the primary hard drive bay is marked...

10.Disconnect the hard drive by sliding it to the left (2), and then remove the hard drive (3) from the
computer.
To install the secondary hard drive:
1.Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
2.Connect the hard drive by sliding it to the right (2)
3.Insert the four hard drive screws (3).
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4.Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer (1).
5.Close the cover (2).
6.Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3).
7.Replace the battery.
8.Turn over the computer
9.Connect external devices to the computer.
10.Connect the computer to AC power.
11.Turn on the computer.
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7 External devices
Using a USB device
A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer,
scanner, or hub, to the computer or to an optional expansion product.
Some USB devices might require additional support software, which is usually included with the device.
For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturers instructions.
The computer has 3 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. To add more
USB ports, connect...

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.
To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons icon,
which is the arrow at the left of the notification area.
2.Click the name of the device in the list.
You are prompted that it is safe to remove the device.
3.Remove the device.
Using an eSATA device
An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as...

CAUTION:To prevent damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the eSATA
device.
To remove an eSATA device:
1.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area at the far right
of the taskbar.
To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons icon,
which is the arrow at the left of the notification area.
2.Click the name of the device in the list.
You are prompted that it is safe to remove the device.
3.Remove the...