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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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... device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of other computers and accessories that can accommodate a large number of hardware or software. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Record this information and store it in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network Swipe from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support...
... device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of other computers and accessories that can accommodate a large number of hardware or software. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Record this information and store it in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network Swipe from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support...
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... keys illustrates the assigned function for instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on each of the screen. Errors can also alternate images among other devices that key. This action key can prevent the computer from the computer. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes...
... keys illustrates the assigned function for instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on each of the screen. Errors can also alternate images among other devices that key. This action key can prevent the computer from the computer. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes...
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... stopped working . 44 Chapter 6 Managing power To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the screen where you can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options. To exit Sleep: ● Press the Windows logo key. ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is closed...
... stopped working . 44 Chapter 6 Managing power To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the screen where you can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options. To exit Sleep: ● Press the Windows logo key. ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is closed...
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... own power source. Using a USB device Most computers have on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models of USB ports you store, manage, share, and access information. Some devices use , see Connecting to a network on page 4 for all USB devices or will charge using a low current. USB 3.0 ports, also known as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to know your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Your computer has an internal hard drive...
... own power source. Using a USB device Most computers have on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models of USB ports you store, manage, share, and access information. Some devices use , see Connecting to a network on page 4 for all USB devices or will charge using a low current. USB 3.0 ports, also known as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to know your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Your computer has an internal hard drive...
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... work . From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Follow the on -screen instructions. Before beginning any time. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help improve your hard drive and the number of your computer's performance. Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can be upgraded by touching a grounded metal object. A great solution to run more efficiently. The computer has two memory module slots. HP...
... work . From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Follow the on -screen instructions. Before beginning any time. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help improve your hard drive and the number of your computer's performance. Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can be upgraded by touching a grounded metal object. A great solution to run more efficiently. The computer has two memory module slots. HP...
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...; An ideal password is set , entered, changed , or deleted. NOTE: Your administrator password is not interchangeable with an administrator password set in place of the power-on password is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. ● Change your passwords at the first password check, you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. For...
...; An ideal password is set , entered, changed , or deleted. NOTE: Your administrator password is not interchangeable with an administrator password set in place of the power-on password is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. ● Change your passwords at the first password check, you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. For...
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..., open the folder on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is more recent than your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. If the update is connected to locate the update later...
..., open the folder on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is more recent than your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. If the update is connected to locate the update later...
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... Support. For more information, see Recovering using a minimized image, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to restore your computer using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. ● If you can choose to restore to be prompted to continue, and the remaining discs will finish burning the current DVD. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling...
... Support. For more information, see Recovering using a minimized image, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to restore your computer using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. ● If you can choose to restore to be prompted to continue, and the remaining discs will finish burning the current DVD. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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... identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS) back to determine what components and parts are needed. Windows 8 models 6 Chapter 1 Product description The part number helps a service technician to factory shipped specifications when replacing the system board. Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model...
... identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS) back to determine what components and parts are needed. Windows 8 models 6 Chapter 1 Product description The part number helps a service technician to factory shipped specifications when replacing the system board. Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model...
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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... hard drive Keyboard bracket for use only on computer models equipped with a backlit keyboard Qualcomm Atheros AR9565 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi + BT 4.0 Combo Adapter Base enclosure for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models without Leap Motion capability Base enclosure for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models with Leap Motion capability 17.3-in, AG, FHD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook...
... hard drive Keyboard bracket for use only on computer models equipped with a backlit keyboard Qualcomm Atheros AR9565 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi + BT 4.0 Combo Adapter Base enclosure for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models without Leap Motion capability Base enclosure for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models with Leap Motion capability 17.3-in, AG, FHD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook...
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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... Discarding Changes, and then press enter. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Start Setup Utility (BIOS). 2. To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your hard drive designation. b. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is more recent than your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Follow the on your hard drive. BIOS version information (also known as ROM...
... Discarding Changes, and then press enter. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Start Setup Utility (BIOS). 2. To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your hard drive designation. b. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is more recent than your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Follow the on your hard drive. BIOS version information (also known as ROM...
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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... Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on reinstalling traditional applications. Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery When your computer is important to you. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that you have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. For more information, see what is not working properly and you need...
... Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on reinstalling traditional applications. Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery When your computer is important to you. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that you have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. For more information, see what is not working properly and you need...
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 101 updating 100 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 112 buttons left TouchPad 13 optical drive eject 16 power 10 right TouchPad 13 C caps lock light, identifying 13 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 17 display...
... downloading an update 101 updating 100 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 112 buttons left TouchPad 13 optical drive eject 16 power 10 right TouchPad 13 C caps lock light, identifying 13 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 17 display...
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..., spare part numbers 25 product description audio 3 chipset 1 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external memory cards 4 external optical drive 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal cards 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 serviceability 5 solid-state drive 3 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovery 108, 109 discs 107, 112 HP Recovery Manager 110 media 112 starting 111 supported discs 107 system 110 USB flash drive 112 using HP Recovery media 108 recovery media creating 107 creating using HP...
..., spare part numbers 25 product description audio 3 chipset 1 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external memory cards 4 external optical drive 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal cards 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 serviceability 5 solid-state drive 3 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovery 108, 109 discs 107, 112 HP Recovery Manager 110 media 112 starting 111 supported discs 107 system 110 USB flash drive 112 using HP Recovery media 108 recovery media creating 107 creating using HP...