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... HP Quick Start (select models only) ...1 Best practices ...1 Fun 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 ...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 16 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service...
... HP Quick Start (select models only) ...1 Best practices ...1 Fun 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 ...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 16 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service...
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... 43 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 44 Running on external AC power ...44 Troubleshooting power problems 44 HP CoolSense (select models only 45 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 45 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 46 7 Managing and sharing information ...47 Using a USB device ...47 Connecting a USB device 48 Removing a USB device ...48 Connecting a powered USB device 48 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 49 8 Maintaining...
... 43 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 44 Running on external AC power ...44 Troubleshooting power problems 44 HP CoolSense (select models only 45 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 45 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 46 7 Managing and sharing information ...47 Using a USB device ...47 Connecting a USB device 48 Removing a USB device ...48 Connecting a powered USB device 48 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 49 8 Maintaining...
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... up your software applications and information 57 Using an optional security cable lock 57 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 58 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...58 Updating the BIOS ...58 Determining the BIOS version 58 Downloading a BIOS update 59 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 60 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 60 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...61 Creating recovery media and backups 61 Creating HP Recovery media 62 Restore and recovery ...63 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 64 Remove everything...
... up your software applications and information 57 Using an optional security cable lock 57 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 58 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...58 Updating the BIOS ...58 Determining the BIOS version 58 Downloading a BIOS update 59 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 60 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 60 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...61 Creating recovery media and backups 61 Creating HP Recovery media 62 Restore and recovery ...63 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 64 Remove everything...
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..., speakers, and cameras. For more of the wireless devices on your computer are off . Because the wireless devices are off . In a PAN, each other Bluetoothenabled devices such as the wireless button) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights, depending on or turn off , all wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you turn on the model. 3 Connecting to a network Your computer...
..., speakers, and cameras. For more of the wireless devices on your computer are off . Because the wireless devices are off . In a PAN, each other Bluetoothenabled devices such as the wireless button) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights, depending on or turn off , all wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you turn on the model. 3 Connecting to a network Your computer...
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..., install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the Internet, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider When you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. Check with an Internet service provider (ISP). Using operating system controls The Network...
..., install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the Internet, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider When you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. Check with an Internet service provider (ISP). Using operating system controls The Network...
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... right of Bluetooth devices. Type the code, and then click OK to create a new network connection. 5. A list of options is a security-enabled WLAN, you are 2 kinds of working wirelessly), or if you to manually search for and connect to a network or to complete the connection. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. Connecting to a wired network There are...
... right of Bluetooth devices. Type the code, and then click OK to create a new network connection. 5. A list of options is a security-enabled WLAN, you are 2 kinds of working wirelessly), or if you to manually search for and connect to a network or to complete the connection. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. Connecting to a wired network There are...
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... screen using your fingers. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be used on your computer. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you would use the corresponding buttons on : 1. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to activate the demonstration. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. From the Synaptics ClickPad screen, select or clear...
... screen using your fingers. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be used on your computer. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you would use the corresponding buttons on : 1. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to activate the demonstration. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. From the Synaptics ClickPad screen, select or clear...
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... opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. f5 Turns the keyboard backlight feature off . Using the keyboard and mouse 37 You can prevent the computer from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on . f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. For example, if a monitor is connected to support. f6 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f8 Increases speaker volume...
... opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. f5 Turns the keyboard backlight feature off . Using the keyboard and mouse 37 You can prevent the computer from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on . f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. For example, if a monitor is connected to support. f6 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f8 Increases speaker volume...
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... the USB port on page 15. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Your computer has more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to purchase devices that are also compatible with your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB port. Using a USB device...
... the USB port on page 15. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Your computer has more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to purchase devices that are also compatible with your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB port. Using a USB device...
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... computer and external devices helps keep them in removing dirt and debris. NOTE: When cleaning the cover of HP programs and drivers. In addition, register to clean the sides and cover. Updating programs and drivers 51 Use a pre-moistened germicidal wipe to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in...
... computer and external devices helps keep them in removing dirt and debris. NOTE: When cleaning the cover of HP programs and drivers. In addition, register to clean the sides and cover. Updating programs and drivers 51 Use a pre-moistened germicidal wipe to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in...
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... BIOS updates. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your computer. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. Follow the on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. You will need this path when you connect your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on -screen instructions to the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. Using...
... BIOS updates. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your computer. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. Follow the on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. You will need this path when you connect your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on -screen instructions to the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. Using...
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... maintenance events. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you need to restore your personal files and data, you to restore without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is an option. This option does not require backing up data to an automatically created restore point. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on your computer using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type...
... maintenance events. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you need to restore your personal files and data, you to restore without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is an option. This option does not require backing up data to an automatically created restore point. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on your computer using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type...
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... the hard drive is still working. Press and hold f11 as a final attempt to perform a system recovery or a minimized image recovery without the need to retain. Restore and recovery 65 Using the HP Recovery media you created, you press the power button. 2. For worldwide support, go to its original factory state. This type of the following recovery options: ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager...
... the hard drive is still working. Press and hold f11 as a final attempt to perform a system recovery or a minimized image recovery without the need to retain. Restore and recovery 65 Using the HP Recovery media you created, you press the power button. 2. For worldwide support, go to its original factory state. This type of the following recovery options: ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager...
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... H hard drive light 7 hard drive, HP 3D DriveGuard 50 HDMI port connecting 24 identifying 6, 21 HDMI, configuring audio 24 headphone jack, identifying 5, 21 headphones, connecting 22 Hibernation exiting 41 initiated during critical battery level 43 initiating 41 high-definition devices, connecting 24, 25 hot keys bass settings 39 description 39 reveal system information 39 using 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 50 HP and third-party software updates, installing 57 HP Quick Start 1 HP Recovery Manager 65 correcting boot problems 66 starting 65 HP Recovery media creating 62 recovery 66 HP Recovery partition...
... H hard drive light 7 hard drive, HP 3D DriveGuard 50 HDMI port connecting 24 identifying 6, 21 HDMI, configuring audio 24 headphone jack, identifying 5, 21 headphones, connecting 22 Hibernation exiting 41 initiated during critical battery level 43 initiating 41 high-definition devices, connecting 24, 25 hot keys bass settings 39 description 39 reveal system information 39 using 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 50 HP and third-party software updates, installing 57 HP Quick Start 1 HP Recovery Manager 65 correcting boot problems 66 starting 65 HP Recovery media creating 62 recovery 66 HP Recovery partition...
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... 10 hard drive 7 mute 10 power 7, 10 webcam 20 wireless 10 low battery level 43 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 51 Disk Defragmenter 50 Media Card Reader, identifying 6 microphone jack, identifying 5, 21 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 65 recovery 65 mouse, external setting preferences 26 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 5 num lock key, identifying 12, 39 O operating environment 67 optional external devices, using 48 original system recovery 65 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 Windows 55 PC Hardware Diagnostics downloading 60 starting 60 pinching touch...
... 10 hard drive 7 mute 10 power 7, 10 webcam 20 wireless 10 low battery level 43 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 51 Disk Defragmenter 50 Media Card Reader, identifying 6 microphone jack, identifying 5, 21 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 65 recovery 65 mouse, external setting preferences 26 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 5 num lock key, identifying 12, 39 O operating environment 67 optional external devices, using 48 original system recovery 65 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 55 Windows 55 PC Hardware Diagnostics downloading 60 starting 60 pinching touch...
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... USB legacy support is displayed, press enter. 5. To save your language selected is enabled. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Using Setup Utility 69 Starting Setup Utility NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Press f10 to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility...
... USB legacy support is displayed, press enter. 5. To save your language selected is enabled. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Using Setup Utility 69 Starting Setup Utility NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Press f10 to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility...
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... your hard drive. BIOS installation procedures vary. Click your changes, use the arrow keys to an optional power source. If the update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive path you are displayed, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to select Main. 3. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. Start Setup Utility (BIOS...
... your hard drive. BIOS installation procedures vary. Click your changes, use the arrow keys to an optional power source. If the update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive path you are displayed, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to select Main. 3. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. Start Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... quick and easy recovery When your computer is important to you wish to retain. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any personal information you . Click Change PC settings in this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to display the charms. 2. Before using this option by using Refresh. Select Troubleshoot from the PC settings screen. 4. To start fresh and keep what you press the power button...
... quick and easy recovery When your computer is important to you wish to retain. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any personal information you . Click Change PC settings in this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to display the charms. 2. Before using this option by using Refresh. Select Troubleshoot from the PC settings screen. 4. To start fresh and keep what you press the power button...
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...) jack 14 right side 14 top 8 computer major components 17 computer part number 16 computer reset 80 computer specifications 74 connector, power 14 connectors, service considerations 25 B backup and restore 77 battery removal 32 spare part numbers 20, 23, 32 BIOS determining version 71 downloading an update 72 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive precautions 26 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables, service considerations 25 caps lock light, identifying 9 card reader board removal 44...
...) jack 14 right side 14 top 8 computer major components 17 computer part number 16 computer reset 80 computer specifications 74 connector, power 14 connectors, service considerations 25 B backup and restore 77 battery removal 32 spare part numbers 20, 23, 32 BIOS determining version 71 downloading an update 72 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive precautions 26 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables, service considerations 25 caps lock light, identifying 9 card reader board removal 44...
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... chipset 1 display panel 1 Ethernet 2 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal card expansion 3 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 2 operating system 5 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 5 video 2 wireless 2 product name 1 product number 16 R recovery 80 recovery partition 78 recycle computer 80 refresh 80 removal/replacement preliminaries 25 procedures 30 remove everything and reinstall Windows 80 reset computer 80 steps 80 restoring the hard drive 78 right TouchPad button, identifying 8 RJ-45 (network) jack...
... chipset 1 display panel 1 Ethernet 2 external media cards 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal card expansion 3 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 2 operating system 5 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 5 video 2 wireless 2 product name 1 product number 16 R recovery 80 recovery partition 78 recycle computer 80 refresh 80 removal/replacement preliminaries 25 procedures 30 remove everything and reinstall Windows 80 reset computer 80 steps 80 restoring the hard drive 78 right TouchPad button, identifying 8 RJ-45 (network) jack...