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HP Dv3-1075us - Pavilion Entertainment - Turion X2 2.1 GHz User Manual

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  • Page 1 Drives User Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are common to most models. Some features U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft may not be available on your computer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Handling drives 2 Using an optical drive (select models only) 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 ........................
  • Page 4 A disc does not play automatically ..................... 27 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ........28 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display ........... 29 A device driver must be reinstalled ....................30 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers ..................

  • 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 (Select Models Only)

    Using an optical drive (select models only) 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.

  • 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 in your computer, including your optical drive. You may have one of the following types of drives: ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive ●...

  • Page 8: 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 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 Discs (Bd)

    Blu-ray Discs (BD) BD 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 5 times the storage capacity of a single-layer DVD at 4.7 GB. A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 50 GB, almost 6 times the storage 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 > Control Panel > Play CDs or other media automatically. 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 WinDVD 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. 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 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, Dvd, Or Bd

    Creating or “burning” a CD, DVD, or BD 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 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, video, 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 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 or on an optional docking device (select models only). USB drives include the following types: ●...

  • Page 19: Using Hp Protectsmart Hard Drive Protection

    Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a 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 indicate that a hard drive is parked. To determine whether drives are currently protected or whether a drive is parked, select Start > Control Panel > Mobile PC >...

  • Page 21: 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 22: Using Hp Protectsmart Hard Drive Protection Software

    Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software performs the following tasks: ● Enable and disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Permission to enable or disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is dependent on certain user privileges.

  • Page 23: 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 24: Replacing The Hard Drive In The Hard Drive Bay

    Replacing the hard 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, 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 Loosen the 2 captive screws that secure the hard drive to the computer (1). Pull the hard drive tab to the right (2) to disconnect the hard drive. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. To install a hard drive: Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
  • Page 26 Tighten the hard drive cover screw (3). Chapter 6 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay...

  • 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 the computer does not detect the optical drive, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. If you suspect that the optical 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 Click Start > Control Panel > Play CDs or other media automatically. 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 Playing In Windows Media Player Produces No Sound Or Display

    A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart to play a DVD. MediaSmart is installed on the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A DVD 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. Click Start and type device manager in the Start Search box. As you type, search results are listed in the pane above the box. In the results pane, click Device Manager. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. In Device Manager, click the plus sign (+) next to the type of driver you want to uninstall and reinstall (for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing.
  • Page 35 To use the HP Update Utility: Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for software updates on the Web. Click Next to immediately check for HP software updates. To use the HP Web site: Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region.

  • Page 36: Index

    Index copying 11 airport security devices 1 playing 7 region codes, DVD 9 AutoPlay 8 removing 13 DVD drive 2, 14 software DVD region settings 9 Disk Cleanup 19 burning 12 Disk Defragmenter 19 playing 7 external drive 14 SuperMulti DVD±RW and CD-RW removing 13 Combo Drive with DL support 4 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti...

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