A:AnswerWhile this computer does support an Optane Module, it would require removing the existing drive and there would be no other port to connect a storage drive. Also, Optane mainly increases the speed of HDD computers. This computer comes with an SSD so there would be little reason to add Optane.
A:AnswerYes you can make music as a starter or experienced. Speakers are fine but you can use headphones and speakers as well. It definitely has the speed to run most editing software for video and music
A:AnswerIf you have an issue with it I would reach out to the HP support or your local Geek Squad. If you bought it in January it will still have its full Warranty.
A:AnswerI just got the same laptop today with no sound. what I had to do was uninstall all audio drivers from the ADD/REMOVE Program and then go to Realtek.com to download the latest drivers. took a few tries of restarting and installing the drivers and uninstalling but finally got it working.
A:AnswerIt would operate at NVME speeds, I cannot be sure if it is x4 though. Perhaps reach out to the HP technical department to see if they can find out more information than I have available.
A:AnswerYou can use a splitter which separates the microphone port. That would be the only way to record an input, in mono. You could use a USB audio card.
