User Guide - Ubuntu
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... button 4 Using operating system controls 5 Using a WLAN ...5 Using an Internet service provider 5 Setting up a WLAN 5 Configuring a wireless router 6 Protecting your WLAN 6 Connecting to a WLAN 7 Using Bluetooth wireless devices 7 Connecting to a wired network ...7 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 7 3 Enjoying entertainment features ...9 Using the webcam ...9 Using audio ...9 Connecting speakers ...9 Connecting headphones ...9 Connecting a microphone ...9 Checking the sound ...10 Using video ...10 Connecting a VGA monitor or projector 10 DisplayPort ...12 Connecting an HDMI...
... button 4 Using operating system controls 5 Using a WLAN ...5 Using an Internet service provider 5 Setting up a WLAN 5 Configuring a wireless router 6 Protecting your WLAN 6 Connecting to a WLAN 7 Using Bluetooth wireless devices 7 Connecting to a wired network ...7 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 7 3 Enjoying entertainment features ...9 Using the webcam ...9 Using audio ...9 Connecting speakers ...9 Connecting headphones ...9 Connecting a microphone ...9 Checking the sound ...10 Using video ...10 Connecting a VGA monitor or projector 10 DisplayPort ...12 Connecting an HDMI...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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..., do not see the Bluetooth software Help. Using Bluetooth wireless devices Your computer may have a Bluetooth device depending on , the wireless light is amber, press the wireless button. 2. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the network you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Enter the ESSID information, and set up a personal area network (PAN) of working wirelessly), or if you are listed under Wireless Networks. 3. To reduce the...
..., do not see the Bluetooth software Help. Using Bluetooth wireless devices Your computer may have a Bluetooth device depending on , the wireless light is amber, press the wireless button. 2. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the network you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Enter the ESSID information, and set up a personal area network (PAN) of working wirelessly), or if you are listed under Wireless Networks. 3. To reduce the...
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... shutdown is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge. The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off . 18 Chapter 5 Managing power Your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off the display and computer. Save your work is saved to memory, letting you are unable to charge the battery, it is possible...
... shutdown is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge. The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off . 18 Chapter 5 Managing power Your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off the display and computer. Save your work is saved to memory, letting you are unable to charge the battery, it is possible...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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... quickly access power settings, you conserve power or maximize performance. Change the settings under On battery power and When plugged in case of the top panel, and then click System Settings > Power icon. The Power icon allows you work in , as needed. Using Power Settings Power Settings is connected to external power, click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel. ● To access power settings, click the System menu icon at the right of remaining battery charge when...
... quickly access power settings, you conserve power or maximize performance. Change the settings under On battery power and When plugged in case of the top panel, and then click System Settings > Power icon. The Power icon allows you work in , as needed. Using Power Settings Power Settings is connected to external power, click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel. ● To access power settings, click the System menu icon at the right of remaining battery charge when...
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... battery power, or connected to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you are displayed on the HP website that is complete. You will need this path when you want to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. Make a note of damage to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update...
... battery power, or connected to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you are displayed on the HP website that is complete. You will need this path when you want to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. Make a note of damage to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update...
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...-load optical drive 28 turning off the computer 18 U unresponsive system 18 USB cable, connecting 26 USB devices connecting 25 description 25 removing 26 USB hubs 25 V VGA port, connecting 10 video 10 W webcam 9 Wireless Assistant software 4 wireless button 4 wireless certification label 48 wireless controls button 4 operating system 4 Wireless Assistant software 4 wireless icon 4 wireless light 4 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 7 corporate WLAN connection 7 equipment needed 5 functional range 7 public WLAN connection 7 security 6 using 5 wireless network, securing 38 WLAN device 5, 48 WLAN...
...-load optical drive 28 turning off the computer 18 U unresponsive system 18 USB cable, connecting 26 USB devices connecting 25 description 25 removing 26 USB hubs 25 V VGA port, connecting 10 video 10 W webcam 9 Wireless Assistant software 4 wireless button 4 wireless certification label 48 wireless controls button 4 operating system 4 Wireless Assistant software 4 wireless icon 4 wireless light 4 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 7 corporate WLAN connection 7 equipment needed 5 functional range 7 public WLAN connection 7 security 6 using 5 wireless network, securing 38 WLAN device 5, 48 WLAN...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...12 Bottom ...13 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...15 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Using the wireless controls 15 Using the wireless button 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...12 Bottom ...13 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...15 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Using the wireless controls 15 Using the wireless button 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
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Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
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..., to enter a security code. Select your office. NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on the computer. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to create a new network connection. 5. To connect the network cable, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If you to manually search for and connect to a network or to a network A list of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. Plug the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Connecting to a LAN requires an...
..., to enter a security code. Select your office. NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on the computer. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to create a new network connection. 5. To connect the network cable, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If you to manually search for and connect to a network or to a network A list of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. Plug the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Connecting to a LAN requires an...
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... Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Improving performance 55 HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Connect the computer to normal operation. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to run Disk Defragmenter on the size of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk...
... Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Improving performance 55 HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Connect the computer to normal operation. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to run Disk Defragmenter on the size of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... -screen instructions to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Using System Diagnostics 67 Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. If the update is more recent than your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to an optional power source. From the Start screen, type support, and...
... -screen instructions to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Using System Diagnostics 67 Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. If the update is more recent than your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to an optional power source. From the Start screen, type support, and...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to restore the system to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is not working properly and you need to restore your situation and level of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. See Using Windows Refresh for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. Restore and recovery...
... Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to restore the system to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is not working properly and you need to restore your situation and level of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. See Using Windows Refresh for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. Restore and recovery...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
... Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
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... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... by an authorized service provider. Disconnect all external devices from the system board. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer. 3. Remove the service door (see Battery on computer models equipped with an AMD processor, complete steps 1 through the operating system. 2. If...
... by an authorized service provider. Disconnect all external devices from the system board. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer. 3. Remove the service door (see Battery on computer models equipped with an AMD processor, complete steps 1 through the operating system. 2. If...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Complete the installation by the operating system or other identifier. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) 97 Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. You will need this path when you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. If no instructions are revealed on -screen instructions to download your hard drive...
... Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Complete the installation by the operating system or other identifier. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) 97 Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. You will need this path when you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. If no instructions are revealed on -screen instructions to download your hard drive...
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... for installation through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails. ● To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options, you must either download the software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the HP Recovery media. Using the HP Recovery media you created, you need for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the replacement drive. For...
... for installation through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails. ● To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options, you must either download the software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the HP Recovery media. Using the HP Recovery media you created, you need for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the replacement drive. For...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... boot order changing HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 109 bottom 18 bottom components 16 button components 10 buttons power 10 TouchPad 13 C cables, service considerations 36 caps lock light 12 chipset, product description 2 components bottom 16 buttons 10 display 9 keys 11 left-side 13 lights 12 right-side 15 speakers 10 TouchPad 13 computer major components 19 specifications 103 connector board removal 78 spare part numbers 21, 31, 32, 33, 78 connectors, service considerations 36 D default settings, restoring...
... boot order changing HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 109 bottom 18 bottom components 16 button components 10 buttons power 10 TouchPad 13 C cables, service considerations 36 caps lock light 12 chipset, product description 2 components bottom 16 buttons 10 display 9 keys 11 left-side 13 lights 12 right-side 15 speakers 10 TouchPad 13 computer major components 19 specifications 103 connector board removal 78 spare part numbers 21, 31, 32, 33, 78 connectors, service considerations 36 D default settings, restoring...
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...display panel 4 Ethernet 6 external media cards 6 graphics 3 hard drive 5 keyboard 7 memory module 5 microphone 6 mSATA SSD 5 operating system 8 pointing device 7 ports 7 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 8 video 6 wireless 6 product name 1 product name and number, computer 17 R rear speakers removal 83 spare part number 21, 32, 83 recovery discs for Windows computer models 107, 109 for Windows computer models 108 HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 108 media for Windows computer models 109 starting for Windows computer models 109 supported...
...display panel 4 Ethernet 6 external media cards 6 graphics 3 hard drive 5 keyboard 7 memory module 5 microphone 6 mSATA SSD 5 operating system 8 pointing device 7 ports 7 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 8 video 6 wireless 6 product name 1 product name and number, computer 17 R rear speakers removal 83 spare part number 21, 32, 83 recovery discs for Windows computer models 107, 109 for Windows computer models 108 HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 108 media for Windows computer models 109 starting for Windows computer models 109 supported...
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... TouchPad assembly removal 88 spare part number 21, 32, 88 TouchPad button 13 TouchPad components 13 TouchPad zone 13 transporting guidelines 38 traveling with the computer 18 U USB 3.0 port 14, 15 V vent 14, 16 video, product description 6 W webcam 9 webcam light 9 webcam/microphone module removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 62 Windows File History 107 restoring files 107 system restore point 106 Windows key 11 wireless antenna locations 9 removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 63 wireless certification label 18 wireless light 12 wireless...
... TouchPad assembly removal 88 spare part number 21, 32, 88 TouchPad button 13 TouchPad components 13 TouchPad zone 13 transporting guidelines 38 traveling with the computer 18 U USB 3.0 port 14, 15 V vent 14, 16 video, product description 6 W webcam 9 webcam light 9 webcam/microphone module removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 62 Windows File History 107 restoring files 107 system restore point 106 Windows key 11 wireless antenna locations 9 removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 63 wireless certification label 18 wireless light 12 wireless...
