User Guide - Windows 8
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...things to do ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Buttons and speakers ...11 Keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls 17 Using the wireless button 17 Using operating system controls 18 Using a WLAN ...18 Using an Internet service provider 18 Setting up a WLAN 19 Configuring a wireless router 19...
...things to do ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Buttons and speakers ...11 Keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls 17 Using the wireless button 17 Using operating system controls 18 Using a WLAN ...18 Using an Internet service provider 18 Setting up a WLAN 19 Configuring a wireless router 19...
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... ....... 47 Storing a user-replaceable battery 47 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 48 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 48 Running on external AC power ...48 Troubleshooting power problems 49 HP CoolSense (select models only 49 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 49 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 50 7 Managing and sharing information ...51 Using a USB device ...51 Connecting a USB device 52 Removing a USB device ...52 Connecting a powered USB device 52 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 53 vii
... ....... 47 Storing a user-replaceable battery 47 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 48 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 48 Running on external AC power ...48 Troubleshooting power problems 49 HP CoolSense (select models only 49 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 49 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 50 7 Managing and sharing information ...51 Using a USB device ...51 Connecting a USB device 52 Removing a USB device ...52 Connecting a powered USB device 52 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 53 vii
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... hard drive (select models only 62 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 64 Using Disk Defragmenter 64 Using Disk Cleanup ...65 Adding or replacing memory modules 65 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...69 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 69 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 69 Traveling with or shipping your computer 70 9 Securing your computer and information 71 Using passwords ...71 Setting Windows passwords 72 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 Using the fingerprint reader ...73 Using HP...
... hard drive (select models only 62 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 64 Using Disk Defragmenter 64 Using Disk Cleanup ...65 Adding or replacing memory modules 65 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...69 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 69 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 69 Traveling with or shipping your computer 70 9 Securing your computer and information 71 Using passwords ...71 Setting Windows passwords 72 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 Using the fingerprint reader ...73 Using HP...
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... with an Internet service provider (ISP). Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you can separate critical network functions. ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Type network and...
... with an Internet service provider (ISP). Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you can separate critical network functions. ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Type network and...
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... to use a powered port. NOTE: For more than one type of USB port. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that help you to as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your phone or camera. Some devices come with USB 1.0 and 2.0 devices. Your computer has more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. USB 3.0 ports, also known as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub...
... to use a powered port. NOTE: For more than one type of USB port. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that help you to as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your phone or camera. Some devices come with USB 1.0 and 2.0 devices. Your computer has more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. USB 3.0 ports, also known as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub...
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... . Improving performance 65 From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Connect the computer to complete. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help improve your drives. 3. The memory capacity of the memory module slots. Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can be upgraded by adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in your physical work , your hard drive and the number of your productivity slows down...
... . Improving performance 65 From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Connect the computer to complete. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help improve your drives. 3. The memory capacity of the memory module slots. Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can be upgraded by adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in your physical work , your hard drive and the number of your productivity slows down...
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..., symbols, and numbers. ● Before you cannot turn on password Function ● Must be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● If you forget your files, delete confidential files, and then remove all password settings. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. NOTE: A power-on password is not displayed as it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
..., symbols, and numbers. ● Before you cannot turn on password Function ● Must be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● If you forget your files, delete confidential files, and then remove all password settings. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. NOTE: A power-on password is not displayed as it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
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... need this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the date, name, or other identifier. If the update is more recent than your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your BIOS, make...
... need this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the date, name, or other identifier. If the update is more recent than your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your BIOS, make...
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... current DVD. See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 83. ● If you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all of HP Recovery Manager to restore your computer using a minimized image, you created...
... current DVD. See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 83. ● If you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all of HP Recovery Manager to restore your computer using a minimized image, you created...
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... backlight keyboard 40 switch screen image 40 volume down 41 volume mute 40 volume up 41 wireless 41 airport security devices 59 antivirus software, using 74 audio functions, checking 26 audio-out (headphone) jacks 5, 23 battery power 45 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 47 battery, identifying 14 Beats Audio 25, 42 hot key 25 Beats Audio Control Panel 25 BIOS determining version 77 downloading an update 78 updating 77 Bluetooth device 17 label 16 Bluetooth device 20 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 85 bottom 16 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power...
... backlight keyboard 40 switch screen image 40 volume down 41 volume mute 40 volume up 41 wireless 41 airport security devices 59 antivirus software, using 74 audio functions, checking 26 audio-out (headphone) jacks 5, 23 battery power 45 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 47 battery, identifying 14 Beats Audio 25, 42 hot key 25 Beats Audio Control Panel 25 BIOS determining version 77 downloading an update 78 updating 77 Bluetooth device 17 label 16 Bluetooth device 20 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 85 bottom 16 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power...
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..., removing 66 microphone, connecting 25 minimized image creating 84 recovery 85 mouse, external setting preferences 29 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 6 num lock key, identifying 42 O operating environment 88 optical disc inserting 55 removing 55 optical drive eject button, identifying 5 optical drive, identifying 5 optional external devices, using 52 original system recovery 84 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 72 Windows 72 pinching touch screen gesture 36 TouchPad gesture 31 ports HDMI 6, 24, 27 Intel Wireless Display 28 Intel Wireless Music 28 USB 3.0 5, 6, 23 power...
..., removing 66 microphone, connecting 25 minimized image creating 84 recovery 85 mouse, external setting preferences 29 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 6 num lock key, identifying 42 O operating environment 88 optical disc inserting 55 removing 55 optical drive eject button, identifying 5 optical drive, identifying 5 optional external devices, using 52 original system recovery 84 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 72 Windows 72 pinching touch screen gesture 36 TouchPad gesture 31 ports HDMI 6, 24, 27 Intel Wireless Display 28 Intel Wireless Music 28 USB 3.0 5, 6, 23 power...
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... restore, Windows File History 82 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 32 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 31 security cable lock, installing 75 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 19 serial number 16 service labels, locating 16 setting password protection on wakeup 45 setup of WLAN 19 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 shipping the computer 70 shutdown 50 Sleep exiting 44 initiating 44 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 software critical updates 75 CyberLink PowerDVD 28 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk...
... restore, Windows File History 82 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 32 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 31 security cable lock, installing 75 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 19 serial number 16 service labels, locating 16 setting password protection on wakeup 45 setup of WLAN 19 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 shipping the computer 70 shutdown 50 Sleep exiting 44 initiating 44 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 software critical updates 75 CyberLink PowerDVD 28 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk...
Start Here
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... display the TouchPad or touch screen to charms, and then click Settings. To return to the Start screen, tap the arrow again. To return to the Start screen, click the arrow again. Action Using a keyboard and mouse Locate the Start button and the Start menu Point to the lower-left corner of the Start screen. Tap Shut down, and then tap Shut down . For more information, see the Windows Basics guide...
... display the TouchPad or touch screen to charms, and then click Settings. To return to the Start screen, tap the arrow again. To return to the Start screen, click the arrow again. Action Using a keyboard and mouse Locate the Start button and the Start menu Point to the lower-left corner of the Start screen. Tap Shut down, and then tap Shut down . For more information, see the Windows Basics guide...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Drive 729728-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 720248-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a nonTouchScreen display assembly: Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720247-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720246-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 729727-001 Hard drive...
... Drive 729728-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 720248-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a nonTouchScreen display assembly: Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720247-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720246-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 729727-001 Hard drive...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... W; Spare part number Description 720783-001 17.3-in , BV, HD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models 736480-001 Leap Motion module (includes cable) 736481-501 System board equipped with the Intel HM87 Express chipset, the Nvidia N14P-GT (GeForce 750M) graphics subsystem with 4-GB of discrete memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system for use only on computer models equipped...
... W; Spare part number Description 720783-001 17.3-in , BV, HD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models 736480-001 Leap Motion module (includes cable) 736481-501 System board equipped with the Intel HM87 Express chipset, the Nvidia N14P-GT (GeForce 750M) graphics subsystem with 4-GB of discrete memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system for use only on computer models equipped...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... cable) 736685-B31 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) 736685-BG1 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in Switzerland (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) Sequential part number listing...
... cable) 736685-B31 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) 736685-BG1 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in Switzerland (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) Sequential part number listing...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Service cover Description For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models For use on , and then shut it (3). 40 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer, lift the cover (2), and then remove it down the computer. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove...
... power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Service cover Description For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models For use on , and then shut it (3). 40 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer, lift the cover (2), and then remove it down the computer. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... securing the fan to install the fan. Component replacement procedures 75 Remove the hard drive (see Battery on page 41). 8. Remove the battery (see Hard drive on page 39). 5. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 40). 7. Remove the service cover (see Display panel on page 50). 6. Reverse this procedure to the unit (2) and (3). 3. Remove the fan: 1. Remove the display panel (see Service cover on...
... securing the fan to install the fan. Component replacement procedures 75 Remove the hard drive (see Battery on page 41). 8. Remove the battery (see Hard drive on page 39). 5. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 40). 7. Remove the service cover (see Display panel on page 50). 6. Reverse this procedure to the unit (2) and (3). 3. Remove the fan: 1. Remove the display panel (see Service cover on...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) At the download area, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from issues that are displayed on your computer to the hard drive. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions to identify your hard drive. Using HP...
... a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) At the download area, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from issues that are displayed on your computer to the hard drive. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions to identify your hard drive. Using HP...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... downloading an update 90 updating 89 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Bluetooth label 14 boot order changing 99 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive release 11 power 6 right TouchPad 9 C caps lock light, identifying 8 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 12 display...
... downloading an update 90 updating 89 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Bluetooth label 14 boot order changing 99 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive release 11 power 6 right TouchPad 9 C caps lock light, identifying 8 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 12 display...