User Guide - Ubuntu
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...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 TV or monitor 12 Configuring audio...
...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 TV or monitor 12 Configuring audio...
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... connect to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable. WARNING! Connecting to a WLAN To connect to enter a network security code. If you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to , click the Network menu icon at the far right of Bluetooth devices. Connecting to complete the connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your network is amber, press the wireless button. 2. Available wireless networks are listed...
... connect to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable. WARNING! Connecting to a WLAN To connect to enter a network security code. If you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to , click the Network menu icon at the far right of Bluetooth devices. Connecting to complete the connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your network is amber, press the wireless button. 2. Available wireless networks are listed...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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... is saved to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power, and then remove the battery if the computer includes a user-replaceable battery. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to memory, letting you exit...
... is saved to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power, and then remove the battery if the computer includes a user-replaceable battery. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to memory, letting you exit...
User Guide - Ubuntu
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... power, conserving 22 power-on password creating 37 entering 37 managing 37 product name and part number, computer 47 public WLAN connection 7 R readable media 19 regulatory information regulatory label 48 wireless certification labels 48 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 17 security cable lock, installing 39 security, wireless 6 serial number 47 computer 47 service labels locating 47 setup of WLAN 5 Setup Utility changing the language 40 displaying system information 41 exiting 41 navigating 40 passwords set in 36 restoring default settings 41 selecting 40 starting...
... power, conserving 22 power-on password creating 37 entering 37 managing 37 product name and part number, computer 47 public WLAN connection 7 R readable media 19 regulatory information regulatory label 48 wireless certification labels 48 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 17 security cable lock, installing 39 security, wireless 6 serial number 47 computer 47 service labels locating 47 setup of WLAN 5 Setup Utility changing the language 40 displaying system information 41 exiting 41 navigating 40 passwords set in 36 restoring default settings 41 selecting 40 starting...
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... the network. (7) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. (8) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. NOTE: The security cable is using battery power. Connects...
... the network. (7) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. (8) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. NOTE: The security cable is using battery power. Connects...
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... the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. From the Start screen, type hp support assistant, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive. 108 Chapter 5 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Do not insert, remove, connect...
... the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. From the Start screen, type hp support assistant, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive. 108 Chapter 5 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Do not insert, remove, connect...
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... the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. You will need this path when you connect your hard drive. 112 Chapter 6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics in an optional docking device, or connected to your hard drive designation. NOTE: If you are ready to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to the hard drive. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on battery power, docked in Windows 7 Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
... the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. You will need this path when you connect your hard drive. 112 Chapter 6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics in an optional docking device, or connected to your hard drive designation. NOTE: If you are ready to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to the hard drive. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on battery power, docked in Windows 7 Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
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Errors can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Starting Computer Setup NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Turn on -screen instructions. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. Using Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in...
Errors can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Starting Computer Setup NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can prevent the computer from operating properly. Turn on -screen instructions. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. Using Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in...
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... and stored on -screen instructions. How is writable. from the device A utility is required for these BIOS chips? The DIMM SPD memory contains information about the memory module such as size, serial number, data width, speed/timing, voltage and thermal information. Yes Store Web Cam Using a utility from Windows. memory and is typically not made available to the public unless a firmware upgrade is not installed in a PC...
... and stored on -screen instructions. How is writable. from the device A utility is required for these BIOS chips? The DIMM SPD memory contains information about the memory module such as size, serial number, data width, speed/timing, voltage and thermal information. Yes Store Web Cam Using a utility from Windows. memory and is typically not made available to the public unless a firmware upgrade is not installed in a PC...
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... updating 107, 111, 116 Bluetooth label 22 boot order changing 131 changing HP Recovery Manager 126 bottom 22 buttons left TouchPad 15 power 17 right TouchPad 15 C cables, service considerations 45 caps lock light, identifying 16 card reader board removing 99 spare part number 28 chipset, product description 1, 4, 7 components bottom 19 display 14 front side 13 left side 12 right side 11 top 15 computer major components, illustrated 23 Computer Setup navigating and selecting 115 restoring factory settings 116 computer specifications 119...
... updating 107, 111, 116 Bluetooth label 22 boot order changing 131 changing HP Recovery Manager 126 bottom 22 buttons left TouchPad 15 power 17 right TouchPad 15 C cables, service considerations 45 caps lock light, identifying 16 card reader board removing 99 spare part number 28 chipset, product description 1, 4, 7 components bottom 19 display 14 front side 13 left side 12 right side 11 top 15 computer major components, illustrated 23 Computer Setup navigating and selecting 115 restoring factory settings 116 computer specifications 119...
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... 18 Windows 18 L labels Bluetooth 22 regulatory 22 serial number 20 service 20 wireless certification 22 WLAN 22 latch, battery release 19 legacy support, USB 115 lights AC adapter 12 caps lock 16 hard drive 11 mute 16 power 11 RJ-45 (network) status 12 wireless 16 M mass storage devices illustrated 32 precautions 46 memory card reader, identifying 13 memory module identifying 19 illustrated 30 product description 1, 5, 8 removing 60 spare part number 35 microphone product description 2, 5, 8 microphone, identifying...
... 18 Windows 18 L labels Bluetooth 22 regulatory 22 serial number 20 service 20 wireless certification 22 WLAN 22 latch, battery release 19 legacy support, USB 115 lights AC adapter 12 caps lock 16 hard drive 11 mute 16 power 11 RJ-45 (network) status 12 wireless 16 M mass storage devices illustrated 32 precautions 46 memory card reader, identifying 13 memory module identifying 19 illustrated 30 product description 1, 5, 8 removing 60 spare part number 35 microphone product description 2, 5, 8 microphone, identifying...
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... 4, 7 hard drive 2, 5, 8 keyboard 3, 6, 9 memory module 1, 5, 8 microphone 2, 5, 8 operating system 4, 7, 10 optical drive 2, 5, 8 pointing device 3, 6, 9 ports 3, 6, 9 power requirements 3, 6, 10 processor 1, 4, 7 product name 1, 4, 7 security 4, 6, 10 serviceability 4, 7, 10 video 2, 5, 8 wireless 2, 6, 9 product name 1, 4, 7 product name and number, computer 20 R recovering from the recovery discs 131 recovering the original system 130 recovery 130, 133 discs 123, 126 HP Recovery Manager 125, 130 media 126 options 124 starting 125 supported discs 123 system 125 USB flash drive 126 using HP...
... 4, 7 hard drive 2, 5, 8 keyboard 3, 6, 9 memory module 1, 5, 8 microphone 2, 5, 8 operating system 4, 7, 10 optical drive 2, 5, 8 pointing device 3, 6, 9 ports 3, 6, 9 power requirements 3, 6, 10 processor 1, 4, 7 product name 1, 4, 7 security 4, 6, 10 serviceability 4, 7, 10 video 2, 5, 8 wireless 2, 6, 9 product name 1, 4, 7 product name and number, computer 20 R recovering from the recovery discs 131 recovering the original system 130 recovery 130, 133 discs 123, 126 HP Recovery Manager 125, 130 media 126 options 124 starting 125 supported discs 123 system 125 USB flash drive 126 using HP...
User Guide - Windows 8.1
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... 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Front ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Button ...13 Keys ...14 Bottom ...16 Labels ...17 3 Connecting to a network ...19 Connecting to a wireless network ...19 Using the wireless controls 19 Using the wireless button 19 Using operating system controls 20 Sharing data and drives and accessing software 20 Using a WLAN ...20 Using an Internet service provider 21 Setting up a WLAN 21 Configuring a wireless router 21 Protecting your WLAN 21 Connecting to a WLAN 22 Using HP Mobile...
... 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Front ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Button ...13 Keys ...14 Bottom ...16 Labels ...17 3 Connecting to a network ...19 Connecting to a wireless network ...19 Using the wireless controls 19 Using the wireless button 19 Using operating system controls 20 Sharing data and drives and accessing software 20 Using a WLAN ...20 Using an Internet service provider 21 Setting up a WLAN 21 Configuring a wireless router 21 Protecting your WLAN 21 Connecting to a WLAN 22 Using HP Mobile...
User Guide - Windows 8.1
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... memory module slots are not sure whether the computer is on, in Hibernation, turn the computer on the model. See Updating the BIOS on -screen instructions. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is off or in the Sleep state, on the bottom of the memory module slots. When your computer. The memory capacity of the computer can safely delete to installing or replacing a memory module may have in various system problems...
... memory module slots are not sure whether the computer is on, in Hibernation, turn the computer on the model. See Updating the BIOS on -screen instructions. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is off or in the Sleep state, on the bottom of the memory module slots. When your computer. The memory capacity of the computer can safely delete to installing or replacing a memory module may have in various system problems...
User Guide - Windows 8.1
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... were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery (select models only)-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to retain. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you can use HP Recovery media. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using HP Recovery Manager on page 74. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of recovery...
... were installed at the factory. ● Minimized Image Recovery (select models only)-Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to retain. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you can use HP Recovery media. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using HP Recovery Manager on page 74. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of recovery...
User Guide - Windows 8.1
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... do 1 G graphics AMD Dual Graphics 53 Hybrid Graphics 53 H hard drive light 5 HDMI configuring audio 31 HDMI port connecting 31 identifying 6, 26, 28 headphones and microphones, connecting 29 headphones, connecting 29 Hibernation exiting 47 initiated during critical battery level 50 initiating 47 high-definition devices, connecting 31, 32 hot keys description 44 using 45 HP and third-party software updates, installing 66 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) downloading 70 using 69 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 74 starting 73 HP Recovery media creating 71 recovery 74
... do 1 G graphics AMD Dual Graphics 53 Hybrid Graphics 53 H hard drive light 5 HDMI configuring audio 31 HDMI port connecting 31 identifying 6, 26, 28 headphones and microphones, connecting 29 headphones, connecting 29 Hibernation exiting 47 initiated during critical battery level 50 initiating 47 high-definition devices, connecting 31, 32 hot keys description 44 using 45 HP and third-party software updates, installing 66 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) downloading 70 using 69 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 74 starting 73 HP Recovery media creating 71 recovery 74
User Guide - Windows 8.1
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... creating 73 minimized image recovery 73 Miracast-compatible wireless displays 32 mouse, external setting preferences 33 mute light, identifying 11, 12 N network jack, identifying 6 num lk key, identifying 15 num lock key, identifying 45 O operating environment 76 optical drive, identifying 5, 26, 27 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 64 Windows 64 pinching touch screen gesture 41 pinching TouchPad gesture 35 ports charging (powered) 26, 28 external monitor 6, 26, 28, 30 HDMI 6, 26, 28, 31 USB 2.0 5 USB 3.0 7, 26, 28 VGA 30 power battery 48 power button...
... creating 73 minimized image recovery 73 Miracast-compatible wireless displays 32 mouse, external setting preferences 33 mute light, identifying 11, 12 N network jack, identifying 6 num lk key, identifying 15 num lock key, identifying 45 O operating environment 76 optical drive, identifying 5, 26, 27 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 64 Windows 64 pinching touch screen gesture 41 pinching TouchPad gesture 35 ports charging (powered) 26, 28 external monitor 6, 26, 28, 30 HDMI 6, 26, 28, 31 USB 2.0 5 USB 3.0 7, 26, 28 VGA 30 power battery 48 power button...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... hardware and software information 3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Button ...12 Keys ...13 Bottom ...15 Labels ...17 3 Connecting to a network ...19 Connecting to a wireless network ...19 Using the wireless controls 19 Using the wireless button 19 Using operating system controls 20 Using a WLAN ...20 Using an Internet service provider 20 Setting up a WLAN 21 Configuring a wireless router 21 Protecting your WLAN 21 Connecting to a WLAN 22 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 22 Connecting to a wired network...
... hardware and software information 3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Button ...12 Keys ...13 Bottom ...15 Labels ...17 3 Connecting to a network ...19 Connecting to a wireless network ...19 Using the wireless controls 19 Using the wireless button 19 Using operating system controls 20 Using a WLAN ...20 Using an Internet service provider 20 Setting up a WLAN 21 Configuring a wireless router 21 Protecting your WLAN 21 Connecting to a WLAN 22 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 22 Connecting to a wired network...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... service door. Unplug the power cord from the computer. NOTE: Before adding or replacing a memory module, make sure the computer has the most recent BIOS version, and update the BIOS is not big enough to hold all external devices connected to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can be upgraded by touching...
... service door. Unplug the power cord from the computer. NOTE: Before adding or replacing a memory module, make sure the computer has the most recent BIOS version, and update the BIOS is not big enough to hold all external devices connected to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can be upgraded by touching...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... keys action 13, 14 esc 13, 14 fn 13, 14 num lk 14 Windows 13, 14 L labels Bluetooth 18 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 18 regulatory 18 serial number 17 service 17 wireless certification 18 WLAN 18 latch battery lock 15 battery release 15 lights AC adapter 5 caps lock 10, 11 hard drive 4 mute 10, 11 power 4 webcam 24, 26 wireless 10, 11 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 49 Disk Defragmenter 48 memory card inserting 47 removing 47 memory card reader, identifying 3 memory module...
... keys action 13, 14 esc 13, 14 fn 13, 14 num lk 14 Windows 13, 14 L labels Bluetooth 18 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 18 regulatory 18 serial number 17 service 17 wireless certification 18 WLAN 18 latch battery lock 15 battery release 15 lights AC adapter 5 caps lock 10, 11 hard drive 4 mute 10, 11 power 4 webcam 24, 26 wireless 10, 11 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 49 Disk Defragmenter 48 memory card inserting 47 removing 47 memory card reader, identifying 3 memory module...