HP Dv6-1350us - Pavilion Entertainment - Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz User Manual
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- 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 ..................... 3 Using optical discs ..........................4 Selecting the right disc (CDs, DVDs, and BDs) ..................5 CD-R discs ........................... 5 CD-RW discs ........................5 DVD±R discs ........................ - Page 4 The computer does not detect the optical drive ................. 25 A disc does not play ........................... 26 A disc does not play automatically ..................... 27 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ........28 A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display ........
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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 allows you to read data discs, play music, and watch movies. If your computer includes a Blu-ray Disc drive, also known as a BD drive, you can also watch high-definition video from disc. -
Page 7: Identifying The Installed Optical Drive
Identifying the installed optical drive Select Start > Computer. ▲ You will see a list of all the devices installed on your computer, including your optical drive. You may have one of the following types of drives: ● DVD-ROM Drive ●... -
Page 8: Using Optical Discs
Using optical discs Optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and BDs) store information such as music, photos, and movies. DVDs and BDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs. Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs. If your optical drive is a BD drive, it can also read Blu-ray Discs. -
Page 9: Selecting The Right Disc (Cds, Dvds, And Bds)
Selecting the right disc (CDs, DVDs, and BDs) 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. -
Page 10: Blu-Ray Disc (Bd)
Blu-ray Disc (BD) Also called BD, Blu-ray Disc is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information, including high-definition video. A single-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 25 GB, over five times the capacity of a single-layer DVD at 4.7 GB. A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 50 GB, almost 6 times the capacity of a dual-layer DVD at 8.5 GB. -
Page 11: 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 12: Configuring Autoplay
Configuring AutoPlay Select Start > Default Programs > Change AutoPlay settings. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices check box is selected. Click Choose a default, and then select one of the available options for each media type listed. NOTE: Choose MediaSmart to play DVDs. -
Page 13: Changing Dvd Region Settings
Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive. -
Page 14: 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. Chapter 2 Using an optical drive... -
Page 15: Copying A Cd Or Dvd
Copying a CD or DVD Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suites > Power2Go. Insert the disc you want to copy into the optical drive. Click Copy at the bottom right of the screen. When prompted, remove the source disc from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the drive. After the information is copied, the disc you created ejects automatically. -
Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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 20: Managing Power With A Parked Hard Drive
Managing power with a parked hard drive If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked a drive, the computer will behave in the following ways: ● The computer will not shut down. ● The computer will not initiate Sleep or Hibernation, except as described in the following Note. 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. -
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: 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. Disk Defragmenter is easy to use. After you start it, it works without supervision. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, it may take more than an hour to complete. -
Page 23: Using Disk Cleanup
Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run more efficiently. To run Disk Cleanup: Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. Follow the on-screen instructions. -
Page 24: 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 25 Using the tab (2) on the left 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 a hard drive: Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). Using the tab (2) on the hard drive, pull it to the right so that the rubber spacers tuck into the openings on the right side of the hard drive bay.
- Page 26 Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer (1). Close the cover (2). Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. -
Page 28: The Optical Disc Tray Does Not Open For Removal Of A Cd, Dvd, Or Bd
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 29: 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 CD, DVD, or BD drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is listed in the Device Manager utility. -
Page 30: 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 31: A Disc Does Not Play Automatically
A disc does not play automatically Select Start > Default Programs > Change AutoPlay settings. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices check box is selected. Click Save. A CD, DVD, or BD should now start automatically when it is inserted into the optical drive. A disc does not play automatically... -
Page 32: 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 33: A Dvd Or Bd Playing In Windows Media Player Produces No Sound Or Display
A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart to play a DVD or BD. MediaSmart is installed on the computer, and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display... -
Page 34: A Device Driver Must Be Reinstalled
A device driver must be reinstalled Remove any discs from the optical drive. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the System area, click Device Manager. In Device Manager, click the arrow next to the type of driver you want to uninstall and reinstall (for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). -
Page 35: Index
Index DVD drive 4 airport security devices 1 DVD region settings 9 software AutoPlay 8 Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 18 hard disk drive BD drive 4 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Blu-ray Disc (BD) Protection 14 troubleshooting playing 7 installing 21 burning discs 28 removing 13 removing 20...