HP 242 G1 Notebook PC - Manual (Page 61)

A short time after the end of one of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to normal
operation.
NOTE: Because solid state drives (SSDs) lack moving parts, they do not require HP 3D DriveGuard
protection.
NOTE: A hard drive in a primary hard drive bay or a secondary hard drive bay is protected by HP
3D DriveGuard. A hard drive installed in an optional docking device or connected to a USB port is not
protected by HP 3D DriveGuard.
For more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help.
Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status
The hard drive light on the computer changes color to show that the drive in a primary hard drive bay
and/or the drive in a secondary hard drive bay (select models only) is parked. To determine whether a
drive is currently protected or whether it is parked, view the icon on the Windows desktop in the
notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, or in the Mobility Center:
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If the software is actively protecting the drive, a green check mark is superimposed over the
icon.
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If the software has been disabled, a no symbol is superimposed over the icon.
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If the software has parked the drive due to a shock event, an orange cone is superimposed
over the icon.
Using optical drives (select models only)
Optical drives include the following:
● CD
● DVD
● Blu-ray (BD)
Identifying the installed optical drive
▲ From the Start screen, type e, click File Explorer, and select Computer.
A list of all the devices installed in your computer, including your optical drive, is displayed.
Inserting an optical disc
Tray-load
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 flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up
over the tray spindle.
NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle.
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