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...14 Webcam (select models only) ...14 Video ...15 VGA ...15 DisplayPort ...15 HDMI ...16 Configuring audio for HDMI 17 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 17 Using CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only 17 4 Power management ...18 Shutting down the computer ...18 Setting power options...plan 20 Customizing power plans 21 Setting password protection on wakeup 21 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 21 Using battery power ...22 Finding battery information 22 Using Battery Check ...22 Displaying the remaining battery charge 23 Maximizing battery discharge time 23 Managing low ...
...14 Webcam (select models only) ...14 Video ...15 VGA ...15 DisplayPort ...15 HDMI ...16 Configuring audio for HDMI 17 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 17 Using CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only 17 4 Power management ...18 Shutting down the computer ...18 Setting power options...plan 20 Customizing power plans 21 Setting password protection on wakeup 21 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 21 Using battery power ...22 Finding battery information 22 Using Battery Check ...22 Displaying the remaining battery charge 23 Maximizing battery discharge time 23 Managing low ...
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... optional security cable ...48 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only 49 Locating the fingerprint reader 49 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the sides and cover 50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility...
... optional security cable ...48 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only 49 Locating the fingerprint reader 49 8 Maintenance ...50 Cleaning your computer ...50 Cleaning the display ...50 Cleaning the sides and cover 50 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 50 Updating programs and drivers ...50 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...51 9 Setup Utility...
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Displaying system information 53 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 54 Updating the BIOS ...54 Determining the BIOS version 54 Downloading a BIOS update 55 Using System Diagnostics ...56 Appendix A Traveling with the computer ...57 Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ...59 Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ...60 Index ...61 ix
Displaying system information 53 Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS 53 Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS 54 Updating the BIOS ...54 Determining the BIOS version 54 Downloading a BIOS update 55 Using System Diagnostics ...56 Appendix A Traveling with the computer ...57 Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ...59 Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ...60 Index ...61 ix
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... allows you want to connect to, click Open Network and Sharing Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. If the network is displayed. A WLAN is made, you are prompted to enter a network security code. Be sure that are listed, you can choose to manually search for and connect...
... allows you want to connect to, click Open Network and Sharing Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. If the network is displayed. A WLAN is made, you are prompted to enter a network security code. Be sure that are listed, you can choose to manually search for and connect...
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...each computer network. Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which is successful, your computer. Refer to the Getting Started guide for the location of keys for every packet, and they also generate a different set of the serial number label. Close the display. 6 Chapter 2 ..., or connect to use the WLAN. For information on page 7. Without the correct key, others will not be included with the HP Mobile Broadband information provided with a WEP key before it can by pressing the power button. When used initially to connect to access...
...each computer network. Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which is successful, your computer. Refer to the Getting Started guide for the location of keys for every packet, and they also generate a different set of the serial number label. Close the display. 6 Chapter 2 ..., or connect to use the WLAN. For information on page 7. Without the correct key, others will not be included with the HP Mobile Broadband information provided with a WEP key before it can by pressing the power button. When used initially to connect to access...
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Replace the battery. If you are not sure whether the computer is not replaced. 8. Then shut down the computer. Close the display. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. If a SIM is firmly seated. Removing a SIM NOTE: To ... slot until it is inserted incorrectly, it from the slot. 7. Turn on the computer. To reduce the risk of damage to the HP GPS and Location software Help. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the SIM, and then remove it could damage the SIM...
Replace the battery. If you are not sure whether the computer is not replaced. 8. Then shut down the computer. Close the display. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. If a SIM is firmly seated. Removing a SIM NOTE: To ... slot until it is inserted incorrectly, it from the slot. 7. Turn on the computer. To reduce the risk of damage to the HP GPS and Location software Help. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the SIM, and then remove it could damage the SIM...
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... Language. 4. You can switch among settings at any country or region. Adding new locations when traveling On a new computer, the only location setting available to display your current modem country or region settings. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. Click the Location tab to the modem is...
... Language. 4. You can switch among settings at any country or region. Adding new locations when traveling On a new computer, the only location setting available to display your current modem country or region settings. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. Click the Location tab to the modem is...
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... (2) toward the computer. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer. Select Start > Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the device that is displayed.) 7. In the Location name box, type a name (such as the current location setting, select your new location setting. 10. If the network cable contains noise...
... (2) toward the computer. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer. Select Start > Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the device that is displayed.) 7. In the Location name box, type a name (such as the current location setting, select your new location setting. 10. If the network cable contains noise...
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To reduce the risk of the display. You should hear sound through the speakers or through the operating system and some programs. NOTE: Refer to the Getting Started guide for information on ...
To reduce the risk of the display. You should hear sound through the speakers or through the operating system and some programs. NOTE: Refer to the Getting Started guide for information on ...
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...: ● VGA ● DisplayPort ● HDMI VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as a high-performance monitor or projector. The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and ...the webcam, refer to the external monitor port. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects a digital display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to the Getting Started guide. Video 15 For ...
...: ● VGA ● DisplayPort ● HDMI VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as a high-performance monitor or projector. The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and ...the webcam, refer to the external monitor port. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects a digital display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer. ▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to the Getting Started guide. Video 15 For ...
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... HDMI port on the HDMI device. To connect a video or audio device to your Getting Started guide. ▲ To connect a digital display device, connect the device cable to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port..., you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. HDMI The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port connects the computer to an optional video or ...
... HDMI port on the HDMI device. To connect a video or audio device to your Getting Started guide. ▲ To connect a digital display device, connect the device cable to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the HDMI port..., you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately). The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the computer. HDMI The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port connects the computer to an optional video or ...
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... tab, click Speakers. 3. For details about using the wireless TV adapter, refer to the PowerDVD software Help. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display allows you can also manage and edit your computer. NOTE: Be sure that asserts output protection, such as a high-definition... HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as Blu-ray discs, will not play on Intel Wireless Display. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Then...
... tab, click Speakers. 3. For details about using the wireless TV adapter, refer to the PowerDVD software Help. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display allows you can also manage and edit your computer. NOTE: Be sure that asserts output protection, such as a high-definition... HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as Blu-ray discs, will not play on Intel Wireless Display. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Then...
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... NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. Shutting down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Select Start > Shut down . The term power button is lost when the computer shuts down .
... NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. Shutting down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Select Start > Shut down . The term power button is lost when the computer shuts down .
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...video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the screen where you stopped working. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or ... factory to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Setting power options 19 When Sleep is closed, open the...
...video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the screen where you stopped working. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or ... factory to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Setting power options 19 When Sleep is closed, open the...
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... the screen. The power lights turn on wakeup, you stopped working. The power meter allows you conserve power or maximize performance. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●...the far right of the taskbar. Power plans can help you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power ...
... the screen. The power lights turn on wakeup, you stopped working. The power meter allows you conserve power or maximize performance. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●...the far right of the taskbar. Power plans can help you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power ...
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... ● Information on battery power. Using Battery Check Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on increasing or decreasing display brightness, refer to work properly. 2. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the Getting...life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on how you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from HP. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Using battery...
... ● Information on battery power. Using Battery Check Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on increasing or decreasing display brightness, refer to work properly. 2. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the Getting...life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on how you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from HP. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Using battery...
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...and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on the display. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location... Power Options. or - ● The power meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Using battery power 23 Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area, at the factory. Preferences set at the...
...and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on the display. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location... Power Options. or - ● The power meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Using battery power 23 Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area, at the factory. Preferences set at the...
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... AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to external AC power, the following conditions: WARNING! WARNING! When you to the HP Web site for more . Disposing of in fire or water. To reduce the risk of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to... AC power 25 Replacing the battery In Windows 7, Battery Check in Help and Support notifies you connect the computer to battery power. ● The display brightness is turned on connecting to AC power, refer to save battery life. NOTE: A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the...
... AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to external AC power, the following conditions: WARNING! WARNING! When you to the HP Web site for more . Disposing of in fire or water. To reduce the risk of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to... AC power 25 Replacing the battery In Windows 7, Battery Check in Help and Support notifies you connect the computer to battery power. ● The display brightness is turned on connecting to AC power, refer to save battery life. NOTE: A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the...
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...if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on , it automatically detects if your computer is not in a stationary position, the surface temperature of your computer's default cooling settings.... Remove the battery from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet. 4. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you are using your computer on . ● The power lights are not adjusted beyond your computer may therefore be...
...if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on , it automatically detects if your computer is not in a stationary position, the surface temperature of your computer's default cooling settings.... Remove the battery from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet. 4. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you are using your computer on . ● The power lights are not adjusted beyond your computer may therefore be...
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... to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to the Getting Started guide. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of options may be displayed. These cards are supported on the card until it is firmly seated. Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only) 27 5 External cards and devices...
... to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to the Getting Started guide. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of options may be displayed. These cards are supported on the card until it is firmly seated. Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only) 27 5 External cards and devices...