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... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 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 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 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 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
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Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
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... Center. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. The ISP will give you must connect to use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. Check with an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your home, you a user ID and a password to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network). Type network and sharing in wireless router. Swipe from...
... Center. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. The ISP will give you must connect to use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. Check with an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your home, you a user ID and a password to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network). Type network and sharing in wireless router. Swipe from...
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..., and interference from the list. 4. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you are sold separately. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the WLAN you to manually search for and connect to a network or to enter a security code. Plug the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Both cables are prompted to create a new network connection. 5. Select Connect. Select Set up a PAN of...
..., and interference from the list. 4. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you are sold separately. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the WLAN you to manually search for and connect to a network or to enter a security code. Plug the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Both cables are prompted to create a new network connection. 5. Select Connect. Select Set up a PAN of...
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... special action keys or hot key functions on the screen using your fingers. To view a demonstration of the USB ports on or off or on a touch screen (select models only). From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. Select a gesture to reveal the Apps list. To turn on the computer. Select Apply, and then select OK. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click...
... special action keys or hot key functions on the screen using your fingers. To view a demonstration of the USB ports on or off or on a touch screen (select models only). From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. Select a gesture to reveal the Apps list. To turn on the computer. Select Apply, and then select OK. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click...
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... charged. ● Turn off wireless when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or shut down the computer. CAUTION: Removing a user-replaceable battery that you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Power Options. ● Remove a user-replaceable battery...
... charged. ● Turn off wireless when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or shut down the computer. CAUTION: Removing a user-replaceable battery that you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Power Options. ● Remove a user-replaceable battery...
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... not type on the keyboard or move a computer that is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from the drive bay, or traveling with your computer. Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for...
... not type on the keyboard or move a computer that is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from the drive bay, or traveling with your computer. Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for...
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... computer manually at least once a month. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter on the hard drive become fragmented. A short time after the end of one of this, the hard drive works harder to run more efficiently. Hard drives connected to normal operation. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP...
... computer manually at least once a month. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter on the hard drive become fragmented. A short time after the end of one of this, the hard drive works harder to run more efficiently. Hard drives connected to normal operation. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP...
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... on -screen instructions to download your BIOS, make a note of the path to install the update. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If no instructions are revealed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Double-click...
... on -screen instructions to download your BIOS, make a note of the path to install the update. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If no instructions are revealed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Double-click...
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... important to you. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to restore the system to restore your personal files and data, you wish to remove the recovery partition to another drive. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. ● If you...
... important to you. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to restore the system to restore your personal files and data, you wish to remove the recovery partition to another drive. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. ● If you...
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... Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
... Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
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... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
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restore, Windows File History 71 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 65 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on wakeup 43 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter...
restore, Windows File History 71 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 65 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on wakeup 43 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Hibernation, turn the computer on -screen instructions. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. 4. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. If you are accessible. 2. Click the link for the most recent BIOS. 8. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Remove the memory module: 1. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on page 43). 5. Remove the battery (see...
... Hibernation, turn the computer on -screen instructions. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. 4. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. If you are accessible. 2. Click the link for the most recent BIOS. 8. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Remove the memory module: 1. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on page 43). 5. Remove the battery (see...
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... 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Accessing these steps: 1. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement. There...
... 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Accessing these steps: 1. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement. There...
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... 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to your selection to the hard drive. If no instructions are revealed on the screen after it to the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Click your computer. Using the hard drive...
... 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to your selection to the hard drive. If no instructions are revealed on the screen after it to the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Click your computer. Using the hard drive...
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... want to reset your computer using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you created. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reinstall the individual application or driver. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. For more information, see Recovering using File History...
... want to reset your computer using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you created. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reinstall the individual application or driver. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. For more information, see Recovering using File History...
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... a quick way to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 112. Click Change PC settings in this option by using the f11 key or from the PC settings screen. 4. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from the boot options menu. 3. You can initiate this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to reveal the charms. 2. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support...
... a quick way to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 112. Click Change PC settings in this option by using the f11 key or from the PC settings screen. 4. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from the boot options menu. 3. You can initiate this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to reveal the charms. 2. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support...
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... webcam 10 wireless 13 M mass storage device illustrated 28 precautions 38 spare part numbers memory module product description removal 49 spare part numbers 49 microphone location 10 product description microphone jack 17 model name 1 mute light 13 28 5 26, 31, 6 N network jack 17 num lk key 12 O operating system, product description 8 optical drive precautions 38 spare part number 28, 30 P packaging guidelines 40 plastic parts, service considerations 37 pointing device, product description 7 ports HDMI 15 product description 7 USB 3.0 15, 17 power button 11 power button board removal...
... webcam 10 wireless 13 M mass storage device illustrated 28 precautions 38 spare part numbers memory module product description removal 49 spare part numbers 49 microphone location 10 product description microphone jack 17 model name 1 mute light 13 28 5 26, 31, 6 N network jack 17 num lk key 12 O operating system, product description 8 optical drive precautions 38 spare part number 28, 30 P packaging guidelines 40 plastic parts, service considerations 37 pointing device, product description 7 ports HDMI 15 product description 7 USB 3.0 15, 17 power button 11 power button board removal...
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... system board removal 66 spare part numbers 23, 34, 35, 66 T tools required 37 top cover, spare part number 22, 35 TouchPad assembly removal 90 spare part number 23, 35, 90 TouchPad button 14 TouchPad components 14 TouchPad zone 14 transporting guidelines 40 U USB 3.0 port 15, 17 V vent 15, 18 video, product description 6 W webcam 10 webcam light 10 webcam/microphone module removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 64 Windows key 12 wireless antenna locations 10 removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 65 wireless light 13 wireless, product...
... system board removal 66 spare part numbers 23, 34, 35, 66 T tools required 37 top cover, spare part number 22, 35 TouchPad assembly removal 90 spare part number 23, 35, 90 TouchPad button 14 TouchPad components 14 TouchPad zone 14 transporting guidelines 40 U USB 3.0 port 15, 17 V vent 15, 18 video, product description 6 W webcam 10 webcam light 10 webcam/microphone module removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 64 Windows key 12 wireless antenna locations 10 removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 65 wireless light 13 wireless, product...