User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... device, 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. To use for Internet access. Setting up a WLAN To set up Internet access in your computer, you must establish an account with your ISP to determine what type of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the Internet, you can access a wireless...
... device, 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. To use for Internet access. Setting up a WLAN To set up Internet access in your computer, you must establish an account with your ISP to determine what type of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the Internet, you can access a wireless...
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... access point. WARNING! Plug the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Select Connect. A list of working wirelessly), or if you to the equipment, do not see the Bluetooth software Help. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is revealed, allowing you want to connect to a network Connecting to a local area network (LAN) Use a LAN connection if you to manually search for and connect to a network or to complete the connection. Select your wireless signals travel) depends on -screen instructions to create a new network connection...
... access point. WARNING! Plug the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. Select Connect. A list of working wirelessly), or if you to the equipment, do not see the Bluetooth software Help. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is revealed, allowing you want to connect to a network Connecting to a local area network (LAN) Use a LAN connection if you to manually search for and connect to a network or to complete the connection. Select your wireless signals travel) depends on -screen instructions to create a new network connection...
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... supported in addition to navigate the computer with your computer TouchPad or on the computer. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you to the keyboard and mouse. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. To view a demonstration of the USB ports on a touch screen (select models...
... supported in addition to navigate the computer with your computer TouchPad or on the computer. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you to the keyboard and mouse. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. To view a demonstration of the USB ports on a touch screen (select models...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... 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 you are not using. ● Before you leave your work or shut down on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in HP Support Assistant. HP Support Assistant provides the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. 44 Chapter 6 Managing power
... 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 you are not using. ● Before you leave your work or shut down on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in HP Support Assistant. HP Support Assistant provides the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. 44 Chapter 6 Managing power
User Guide - Windows 8
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... a disc. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from a drive before writing to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by performing regular maintenance tasks, using tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. See Handling drives on...
... a disc. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from a drive before writing to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by performing regular maintenance tasks, using tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup, you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory. Also, as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. See Handling drives on...
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..., the hard drive works harder to USB ports are protected by deleting unnecessary files. 2. Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive and the number of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to AC power. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your hard drive at any time. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the...
..., the hard drive works harder to USB ports are protected by deleting unnecessary files. 2. Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive and the number of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to AC power. 2. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your hard drive at any time. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the...
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... BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your computer to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click your selection to install the update. Double-click the file that are revealed, follow these steps: a. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. If the update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive...
... BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your computer to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click your selection to install the update. Double-click the file that are revealed, follow these steps: a. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. If the update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive...
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... have replaced the hard drive, you want a quick and easy way to recover the system 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 and recovery 71 See Using Windows Refresh for using File History, see Help and Support. Using Windows Refresh for installation through the Drivers...
... have replaced the hard drive, you want a quick and easy way to recover the system 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 and recovery 71 See Using Windows Refresh for using File History, see Help and Support. Using Windows Refresh for installation through the Drivers...
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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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... a Download, click the BIOS link. 7. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 43). 5. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on , and then shut it up .) 50 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Before removing a memory module...
... a Download, click the BIOS link. 7. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 43). 5. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on , and then shut it up .) 50 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Before removing a memory module...
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... down through the operating system. 2. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Remove the RTC battery: 52 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Disconnect the power from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the computer by an authorized service provider. RTC battery Description For use only on computer models equipped with...
... down through the operating system. 2. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Remove the RTC battery: 52 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Disconnect the power from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the computer by an authorized service provider. RTC battery Description For use only on computer models equipped with...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Double-click the file that are revealed, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). NOTE: After a message on your hard drive. 100 Chapter 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power...
... Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Double-click the file that are revealed, follow these steps: 1. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). NOTE: After a message on your hard drive. 100 Chapter 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power...
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... the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you can choose the System Recovery option from the Windows Store, consider using File History, see Help and Support. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore and recovery There are several options for using Windows System Restore, see Help and Support. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and...
... the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you can choose the System Recovery option from the Windows Store, consider using File History, see Help and Support. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore and recovery There are several options for using Windows System Restore, see Help and Support. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... instructions on the system at the factory. Before using this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on -screen instructions. Select Troubleshoot from your PC, and then follow the on page 112. Select Reset your computer, and reinstalls Windows. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. For more information. Click Change PC settings in this option...
... instructions on the system at the factory. Before using this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on -screen instructions. Select Troubleshoot from your PC, and then follow the on page 112. Select Reset your computer, and reinstalls Windows. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. For more information. Click Change PC settings in this option...
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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...