HP Presario CQ40-700 - Notebook PC User Manual
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- Page 1 Drives User Guide...
- Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of common to most models. Some features Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Handling drives 2 Using an optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive ..................... 2 Using optical discs ..........................3 Selecting the right disc ......................... 4 CD-R discs ........................... 4 CD-RW discs ........................4 DVD±R discs ........................4 DVD±RW discs ........................ - Page 4 A disc does not play automatically ..................... 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ........25 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display ........... 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ....................25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers ................
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Page 5: Handling Drives
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. 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... -
Page 6: Using An Optical Drive
Using an optical drive Your computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify what kind of device is installed in your computer to see its capabilities. The optical drive allows you to read data discs, play music, and watch movies. If your computer includes a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, then you can also watch high-definition video from disc. -
Page 7: Using Optical Discs
Using optical discs An optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs store information, such as music, photos, and movies. DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs. Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs. If your optical drive is a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, it can also read BDs. -
Page 8: Selecting The Right Disc
Selecting the right disc An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and BDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also used for commercial audio recordings and are convenient for your personal storage needs. DVDs and BDs are used primarily for movies, software, and data backup purposes. DVDs are the same form factor as CDs but have 6 to 7 times the storage capacity. -
Page 9: Lightscribe Dvd+R Discs
LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for sharing and storing data, home videos, and photos. These discs are read-compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD video players. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can write data to the disc and then add a designer label to the outside of the disc. -
Page 10: Playing A Cd, Dvd, Or Bd
Playing a CD, DVD, or BD Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray. Pull out the tray (2). Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. -
Page 11: Configuring Autoplay
Configuring AutoPlay Select Start > Default Programs > Change AutoPlay settings. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices check box at the upper left of the computer screen is selected. Click Choose a default, and then select one of the available options for each media type listed. Click Save. -
Page 12: Observing The Copyright Warning
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, observe the following guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to a reliable external power source. -
Page 13: Creating Or "Burning" A Cd Or Dvd
Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. -
Page 14: Removing An Optical Disc (Cd, Dvd, Or Bd)
Removing an optical disc (CD, DVD, or BD) 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. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 15: Removing The Optical Drive
Removing the optical drive The optical drive can be removed to reduce the weight of the computer: Save your work. Shut down the computer and close the display. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. - Page 16 Insert the protective insert into the optical drive bay. Replace the security screw. Reconnect external power and external devices. Turn on the computer. Chapter 2 Using an optical drive...
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Page 17: Using External Drives
Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ●... -
Page 18: Improving Hard Drive Performance
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. 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 take more than an hour to complete. -
Page 19: Using Hp Protectsmart Hard Drive Protection (Select Models Only)
Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects the hard drive by parking the drive and halting I/O 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. -
Page 20: Identifying Hp Protectsmart Hard Drive Protection Status
Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer turns on to show that the drive is parked. To determine whether drives are currently protected or whether a drive is parked, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound >... -
Page 21: Using Hp Protectsmart Hard Drive Protection Software
Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software enables you to perform the following tasks: ● Enable and disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Depending on your user privileges, you may not be able to enable or disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. -
Page 22: Replacing The Hard Drive
Replacing the hard drive 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 pressing the power button. - Page 23 Remove the 3 hard drive screws. Pull the hard drive tab to the left (1), and then lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). To install a hard drive: Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
- Page 24 Slide the hard drive to the right until it snaps into place (2). Replace the 3 hard drive screws. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2). Chapter 6 Replacing the hard drive...
- Page 25 Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3).
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Page 26: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. -
Page 27: The Computer Does Not Detect The Optical Drive
The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. If you suspect that the DVD/CD-ROM drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is listed in the Device Manager utility. -
Page 28: A Disc Does Not Play
A disc does not play ● Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD, DVD, or BD. ● Log off the Internet before playing a CD, DVD, or BD. ● Be sure that you insert the disc properly. ●... -
Page 29: The Process Of Burning A Disc Does Not Begin, Or It Stops Before Completion
The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed. ● Turn off Sleep mode and Hibernation. ● Be sure that you are using the right kind of disc for your drive. See your user guides for more information about disc types. -
Page 30: Obtaining The Latest Hp Device Drivers
Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use the HP Web site to obtain HP device drivers: Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the search box, and then press enter. -
Page 31: Index
Index airport security devices 1 burning 9, 25 maintenance AutoPlay 7 changing region setting 7 Disk Cleanup 14 copying 8 Disk Defragmenter 14 playing 6 removing 10 playing 6 optical disc DVD drive 2, 13 removing 10 removing 10 DVD region settings 7 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW optical drive DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti...