HP Pavilion G4 2300 Notebook Pc Series User Guide

Inserting and removing a digital storage card
To insert a digital storage card:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert
a digital card.
1.Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
2.Insert the card into the digital storage slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
A sound indicates that the device has been detected, and a menu of options displays.
To remove a digital storage card:
CAUTION:To reduce...

Using optical drives
An optical disc drive uses laser light to read or store large amounts of information. Some drives can
only read information, but others can also write (burn) information onto a blank disc.
Use these tips for best performance of your optical drive:
●When the battery is the only source of power, be sure the battery is sufficiently charged before
writing to media.
●Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while an optical drive is writing to a disc. The
write process is...

such a BD movie release is inserted in the drive. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the
update.
●If lines appear on the display when viewing a BD, they may be caused by interference from the
wireless network. To resolve the issue, close any open applications and turn off your wireless
feature.
Inserting an optical disc
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...

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 touching the flat surfaces.
NOTE:If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it.
3.Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case.
Sharing data and drives and accessing software
When your computer is part of a network, you are not limited to using only the information that is
stored in your computer. Network...

3.Under View your active networks, select an active network.
4.Select Change advanced sharing settings to set sharing options for privacy, network
discovery, file and printer sharing or other network options.
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8 Maintaining your computer
It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition. This
chapter provides information about improving the performance of your computer by running tools
such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup and by replacing a hard drive or adding memory. It also
provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your
computer, and tips for traveling with your computer.
Improving performance
Everyone wants a fast...

Replacing a hard drive
CAUTION:Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Do not drop a
drive, place items on it, or expose it to liquids, or temperature or humidity extremes. See 
Handling
drives on page 46 for specific precautions when handling drives.
CAUTION:To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Before removing or installing a drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the
computer is off or in the Sleep state, turn the computer on, and then...

4.Lift the hard drive (2) out of the hard drive bay.
5.Disconnect the hard drive cable (1) from the hard drive.
6.Remove the front bumper (2) and the back bumper (3) from the hard drive.
7.Remove the 4 screws (4) from the hard drive and remove the bracket (5) from the hard drive.
To install a hard drive, reverse this procedure.
Using HP 3D DriveGuard
HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of
the following conditions:
●You drop the computer.
●You...

NOTE:Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP 3D DriveGuard is unnecessary.
NOTE:Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Hard drives
connected to USB ports are not covered by HP 3D DriveGuard.
For more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help.
Using Disk Defragmenter
As you use your computer over time, the files on the hard drive become fragmented. A fragmented
drive means data on your drive is not contiguous (sequential) and, because of this,...

adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in one of the memory module
slots.
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 electricity by touching a grounded metal
object.
NOTE:To use a dual-channel configuration with a second memory...