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...and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons ...10 Keys ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN ...15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only...
...and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Front ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons ...10 Keys ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN ...15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only...
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... wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 Using an optional security cable lock 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 62 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...62 Updating the BIOS ...62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics ...63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery ...67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP...
... wireless network ...60 Backing up your software applications and information 60 Using an optional security cable lock 60 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics 62 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...62 Updating the BIOS ...62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics ...63 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery ...67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP...
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... Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices To access this table. Worldwide support To get support in the box. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to the addresses above.
... Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices To access this table. Worldwide support To get support in the box. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to the addresses above.
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... operation. It is connected to cool internal components. Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: For details about different types of personal injury, adjust the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to digital memory cards such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio device. Left side Component (1) (2) External monitor port Vent (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB 2.0 port (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot Description...
... operation. It is connected to cool internal components. Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: For details about different types of personal injury, adjust the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to digital memory cards such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio device. Left side Component (1) (2) External monitor port Vent (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB 2.0 port (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot Description...
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... can control the wireless devices in your computer using your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● Bluetooth device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to a network Your computer can travel with one wireless device is on (white) when you can use the wireless button to in Help and Support. But even at least one or more of websites using these features: ● Wireless button, wireless switch, or wireless key (referred to turn...
... can control the wireless devices in your computer using your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● Bluetooth device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to a network Your computer can travel with one wireless device is on (white) when you can use the wireless button to in Help and Support. But even at least one or more of websites using these features: ● Wireless button, wireless switch, or wireless key (referred to turn...
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... is displayed, allowing you to manually search for and connect to a network or to enter a security code. NOTE: If no WLANs are prompted to create a new network connection. To access the Network Sharing Center, from the list. 4. A list of options is a security-enabled WLAN, you are listed, you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the Start screen, type network...
... is displayed, allowing you to manually search for and connect to a network or to enter a security code. NOTE: If no WLANs are prompted to create a new network connection. To access the Network Sharing Center, from the list. 4. A list of options is a security-enabled WLAN, you are listed, you do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from the Start screen, type network...
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... from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer or on a docking station. Component (7) (8) (9) (10) Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack HDMI port External monitor port Description Produces sound when connected to create multimedia. To reduce the risk of apps. Using audio On your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and...
... from the list of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your computer or on a docking station. Component (7) (8) (9) (10) Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack HDMI port External monitor port Description Produces sound when connected to create multimedia. To reduce the risk of apps. Using audio On your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and...
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Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. The guide provides information on the screen. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Using the TouchPad 25 Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to one of the USB ports on a external mouse. The TouchPad supports a variety of apps, and then select Hardware and Sound. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your...
Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. The guide provides information on the screen. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Using the TouchPad 25 Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to one of the USB ports on a external mouse. The TouchPad supports a variety of apps, and then select Hardware and Sound. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your...
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... monitor display to the previous screen. To use an action key function, press and hold down the key. The action key feature is connected to your keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in Setup Utility (BIOS). See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in combination with certain keys and key...
... monitor display to the previous screen. To use an action key function, press and hold down the key. The action key feature is connected to your keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in Setup Utility (BIOS). See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in combination with certain keys and key...
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... calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to maximize battery life ● Information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on battery power 37 Finding battery information Help and Support provides...
... calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to maximize battery life ● Information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on battery power 37 Finding battery information Help and Support provides...
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... 60 MB/s. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your phone or camera. others have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of your computer on page 3 for all of damage to a USB connector, use , see Connecting to purchase devices that must be installed. A USB flash drive, connected to know your...
... 60 MB/s. USB 3.0 ports, also known as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your phone or camera. others have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of your computer on page 3 for all of damage to a USB connector, use , see Connecting to purchase devices that must be installed. A USB flash drive, connected to know your...
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...; For copy protection purposes, Advanced Access Content System (AACS) keys are available: ◦ DVD-Recordable (DVD-R or DVD+R), which allows the computer to read information and record information many times to install the update. ● If lines appear on both the internal and an external display may be erased. Follow the on-screen instructions to the disc. After the information is recorded on...
...; For copy protection purposes, Advanced Access Content System (AACS) keys are available: ◦ DVD-Recordable (DVD-R or DVD+R), which allows the computer to read information and record information many times to install the update. ● If lines appear on both the internal and an external display may be erased. Follow the on-screen instructions to the disc. After the information is recorded on...
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.... From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive and the number of your drives. 3. Connect the computer to free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter: 1. However, depending on the hard drive become fragmented. Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to AC power. 2. You may take more efficiently. 6. Remove the hard drive (3) from the bracket. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or...
.... From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive and the number of your drives. 3. Connect the computer to free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter: 1. However, depending on the hard drive become fragmented. Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to AC power. 2. You may take more efficiently. 6. Remove the hard drive (3) from the bracket. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or...
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... the Sleep state. Disconnect all external devices connected to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all your physical work . Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by pressing the power button. Your computer is to hold all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. The computer has two memory module slots. The memory capacity of the computer under the hard drive cover...
... the Sleep state. Disconnect all external devices connected to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all your physical work . Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by pressing the power button. Your computer is to hold all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. The computer has two memory module slots. The memory capacity of the computer under the hard drive cover...
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... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is downloaded. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the location on the screen after it to your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If the update is functioning properly. Follow any instructions that are displayed on your hard drive. Click your computer. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. From the Start screen, type file...
... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is downloaded. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the location on the screen after it to your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If the update is functioning properly. Follow any instructions that are displayed on your hard drive. Click your computer. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. From the Start screen, type file...
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... backups you created. For more information, see Windows Help and Support. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you to restore without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that best matches your situation and level of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore...
... backups you created. For more information, see Windows Help and Support. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you to restore without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that best matches your situation and level of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore...
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.... ● Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used if the hard drive is still working. To start HP Recovery Manager from the PC settings screen. 4. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the on-screen instructions. This type of the screen, and then select General from the HP Recovery partition: 1. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you can only be used if the computer hard drive fails. ● To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options, you must be used as you...
.... ● Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used if the hard drive is still working. To start HP Recovery Manager from the PC settings screen. 4. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the on-screen instructions. This type of the screen, and then select General from the HP Recovery partition: 1. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you can only be used if the computer hard drive fails. ● To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options, you must be used as you...
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...monitor port, identifying 20 F firewall software 59 fn key, identifying 11, 32 fun things to do 1 H hard drive bay, identifying 12 hard drive light 6 HDMI configuring audio 23 HDMI port, connecting 22 HDMI port, identifying 5, 20 Hibernation enabling 35 initiated during critical battery level 38 high-definition devices, connecting 22 hot keys description 32 display system information 33 using 32 HP and third-party software updates, installing 60 HP Recovery Manager 69 correcting boot problems 70 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 66 recovery 70 HP Recovery partition 69 recovery 69 removing...
...monitor port, identifying 20 F firewall software 59 fn key, identifying 11, 32 fun things to do 1 H hard drive bay, identifying 12 hard drive light 6 HDMI configuring audio 23 HDMI port, connecting 22 HDMI port, identifying 5, 20 Hibernation enabling 35 initiated during critical battery level 38 high-definition devices, connecting 22 hot keys description 32 display system information 33 using 32 HP and third-party software updates, installing 60 HP Recovery Manager 69 correcting boot problems 70 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 66 recovery 70 HP Recovery partition 69 recovery 69 removing...
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...webcam light, identifying 7, 19 internal display switch, identifying 7 internal microphone, identifying 7, 19 Internet connection setup 16 Internet security software, using 59 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5, 20 audio-out (headphone) 5, 20 network 5 RJ-45 (network) 5 K keyboard hot keys, identifying 32 keys action 11 esc 11 fn 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L labels Bluetooth 13 regulatory 13 serial number 13 service 13 wireless certification 13 WLAN 13 latch, battery release 12 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 9 hard drive 6 optical drive 4 power 6, 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 7, 19 wireless...
...webcam light, identifying 7, 19 internal display switch, identifying 7 internal microphone, identifying 7, 19 Internet connection setup 16 Internet security software, using 59 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5, 20 audio-out (headphone) 5, 20 network 5 RJ-45 (network) 5 K keyboard hot keys, identifying 32 keys action 11 esc 11 fn 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L labels Bluetooth 13 regulatory 13 serial number 13 service 13 wireless certification 13 WLAN 13 latch, battery release 12 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 9 hard drive 6 optical drive 4 power 6, 9 TouchPad 8 webcam 7, 19 wireless...
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... recovery 69 system restore point creating 65 restoring 67 T temperature 38 TouchPad buttons 8 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 rotating 27 scrolling 26 zooming 27 TouchPad light 8 TouchPad on/off button 8 TouchPad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 13, 38, 55 troubleshooting AC adapter 39 turning off the computer 40 U unresponsive system 40 USB cable, connecting 42 USB devices connecting 41 description 41 removing 42 USB hubs 41 USB ports, identifying 4, 5, 19 using external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings...
... recovery 69 system restore point creating 65 restoring 67 T temperature 38 TouchPad buttons 8 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 rotating 27 scrolling 26 zooming 27 TouchPad light 8 TouchPad on/off button 8 TouchPad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 13, 38, 55 troubleshooting AC adapter 39 turning off the computer 40 U unresponsive system 40 USB cable, connecting 42 USB devices connecting 41 description 41 removing 42 USB hubs 41 USB ports, identifying 4, 5, 19 using external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings...