User Guide - Windows 8
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... 1 Starting right ...1 Best practices ...1 Fun things to do ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Buttons and speakers ...11 Keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls 17 Using the wireless button 17 Using operating system controls 18 Using a WLAN ...18 Using an Internet service provider 18 Setting...
... 1 Starting right ...1 Best practices ...1 Fun things to do ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Buttons and speakers ...11 Keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls 17 Using the wireless button 17 Using operating system controls 18 Using a WLAN ...18 Using an Internet service provider 18 Setting...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... keyboard and mouse ...39 Using the keys ...40 Using the action keys 40 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 41 Using the hot keys (select models only 42 Using the integrated numeric keypad 42 6 Managing power ...43 Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ...43 Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only 43 Initiating and exiting Sleep 44 Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation 44 Setting password protection on wakeup 45 Using the power meter and power settings 45 Running on battery power ...45 Removing a user-replaceable battery...
... keyboard and mouse ...39 Using the keys ...40 Using the action keys 40 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 41 Using the hot keys (select models only 42 Using the integrated numeric keypad 42 6 Managing power ...43 Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ...43 Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only 43 Initiating and exiting Sleep 44 Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation 44 Setting password protection on wakeup 45 Using the power meter and power settings 45 Running on battery power ...45 Removing a user-replaceable battery...
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... hard drive 60 Replacing the secondary hard drive (select models only 62 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 64 Using Disk Defragmenter 64 Using Disk Cleanup ...65 Adding or replacing memory modules 65 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...69 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 69 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 69 Traveling with or shipping your computer 70 9 Securing your computer and information 71 Using passwords ...71 Setting Windows passwords 72 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 Using...
... hard drive 60 Replacing the secondary hard drive (select models only 62 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 64 Using Disk Defragmenter 64 Using Disk Cleanup ...65 Adding or replacing memory modules 65 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...69 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 69 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 69 Traveling with or shipping your computer 70 9 Securing your computer and information 71 Using passwords ...71 Setting Windows passwords 72 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 Using...
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... the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are setting up Internet access in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. The ISP will give you a user ID and a password to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Using operating system controls The Network and...
... the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are setting up Internet access in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. The ISP will give you a user ID and a password to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Using operating system controls The Network and...
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... to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned function. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on page 77 for that are receiving video information from the computer using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you to a simultaneous display on...
... to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned function. See Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on page 77 for that are receiving video information from the computer using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you to a simultaneous display on...
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... internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of your computer, also allows quick data transfer. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to a network on page 17. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the computer's power to a CD, DVD, or (on page 4 for all USB devices or will not charge...
... internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of your computer, also allows quick data transfer. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to a network on page 17. NOTE: For information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use the computer's power to a CD, DVD, or (on page 4 for all USB devices or will not charge...
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... memory you are located on the hard drive so that the system can defragment your computer manually at least once a month. The memory module slots are discharged of electric shock and damage to AC power. 2. Improving performance 65 Connect the computer to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all your work easily, like your physical work area. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk...
... memory you are located on the hard drive so that the system can defragment your computer manually at least once a month. The memory module slots are discharged of electric shock and damage to AC power. 2. Improving performance 65 Connect the computer to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all your work easily, like your physical work area. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk...
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... is set , entered, changed , or deleted. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. NOTE: A power-on password Function ● Must be entered each time you turn on password. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. NOTE: The administrator password can be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. NOTE: If you enter the power-on password at least every three months. ● An ideal password is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and...
... is set , entered, changed , or deleted. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. NOTE: A power-on password Function ● Must be entered each time you turn on password. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. NOTE: The administrator password can be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. NOTE: If you enter the power-on password at least every three months. ● An ideal password is it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and...
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... on -screen instructions to download your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the update is downloaded. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Using the hard drive path you are revealed, follow these steps: 1. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If the update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. BIOS installation procedures vary...
... on -screen instructions to download your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the update is downloaded. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Using the hard drive path you are revealed, follow these steps: 1. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If the update is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. BIOS installation procedures vary...
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... HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups you created. This option does not require backing up data to a previous point, automatically created. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. See Using Windows Refresh for using HP Recovery Manager on page 84. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue, and the remaining discs will finish burning the current DVD...
... HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups you created. This option does not require backing up data to a previous point, automatically created. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. See Using Windows Refresh for using HP Recovery Manager on page 84. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue, and the remaining discs will finish burning the current DVD...
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... backlight keyboard 40 switch screen image 40 volume down 41 volume mute 40 volume up 41 wireless 41 airport security devices 59 antivirus software, using 74 audio functions, checking 26 audio-out (headphone) jacks 5, 23 battery power 45 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 47 battery, identifying 14 Beats Audio 25, 42 hot key 25 Beats Audio Control Panel 25 BIOS determining version 77 downloading an update 78 updating 77 Bluetooth device 17 label 16 Bluetooth device 20 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 85 bottom 16 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power...
... backlight keyboard 40 switch screen image 40 volume down 41 volume mute 40 volume up 41 wireless 41 airport security devices 59 antivirus software, using 74 audio functions, checking 26 audio-out (headphone) jacks 5, 23 battery power 45 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 47 battery, identifying 14 Beats Audio 25, 42 hot key 25 Beats Audio Control Panel 25 BIOS determining version 77 downloading an update 78 updating 77 Bluetooth device 17 label 16 Bluetooth device 20 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 85 bottom 16 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power...
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... removing 66 replacing 65 memory module service door, removing 66 microphone, connecting 25 minimized image creating 84 recovery 85 mouse, external setting preferences 29 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 6 num lock key, identifying 42 O operating environment 88 optical disc inserting 55 removing 55 optical drive eject button, identifying 5 optical drive, identifying 5 optional external devices, using 52 original system recovery 84 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 72 Windows 72 pinching touch screen gesture 36 TouchPad gesture 31 ports HDMI 6, 24, 27 Intel Wireless Display...
... removing 66 replacing 65 memory module service door, removing 66 microphone, connecting 25 minimized image creating 84 recovery 85 mouse, external setting preferences 29 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 6 num lock key, identifying 42 O operating environment 88 optical disc inserting 55 removing 55 optical drive eject button, identifying 5 optical drive, identifying 5 optional external devices, using 52 original system recovery 84 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 72 Windows 72 pinching touch screen gesture 36 TouchPad gesture 31 ports HDMI 6, 24, 27 Intel Wireless Display...
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... restore, Windows File History 82 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 32 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 31 security cable lock, installing 75 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 19 serial number 16 service labels, locating 16 setting password protection on wakeup 45 setup of WLAN 19 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 shipping the computer 70 shutdown 50 Sleep exiting 44 initiating 44 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 software critical updates 75 CyberLink PowerDVD 28 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk...
... restore, Windows File History 82 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 32 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 31 security cable lock, installing 75 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 19 serial number 16 service labels, locating 16 setting password protection on wakeup 45 setup of WLAN 19 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 shipping the computer 70 shutdown 50 Sleep exiting 44 initiating 44 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 software critical updates 75 CyberLink PowerDVD 28 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag, which is located on the bottom of characters depending on the operating system on the computer. PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS) back to determine what components and parts are needed. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Windows 8 models 6 Chapter...
... computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag, which is located on the bottom of characters depending on the operating system on the computer. PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS) back to determine what components and parts are needed. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Windows 8 models 6 Chapter...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... with UMA memory, and the Windows 8 Professional operating system for use only on computer models equipped with a TouchScreen display assembly and with Leap Motion capability (includes replacement thermal material) Top cover for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with...
... with UMA memory, and the Windows 8 Professional operating system for use only on computer models equipped with a TouchScreen display assembly and with Leap Motion capability (includes replacement thermal material) Top cover for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... Remove the memory modules (see WLAN module on page 51). 9. Remove the base enclosure (see Hard drive on page 64). 72 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove the hard drive (see Base enclosure on page 48). 8. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models...
.... Remove the memory modules (see WLAN module on page 51). 9. Remove the base enclosure (see Hard drive on page 64). 72 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove the hard drive (see Base enclosure on page 48). 8. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your computer to locate the update later, after the download is running on -screen instructions. 4. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. You will need this path when you connect your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit, select Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. If no instructions are ready to select Main. 3. Follow the on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power...
... Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your computer to locate the update later, after the download is running on -screen instructions. 4. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. You will need this path when you connect your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit, select Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. If no instructions are ready to select Main. 3. Follow the on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. NOTE: You may be available for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the image continue to be prompted for instructions on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. The process described in the bottom-right corner of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive. ● If you want to reset...
... the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. NOTE: You may be available for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the image continue to be prompted for instructions on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. The process described in the bottom-right corner of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive. ● If you want to reset...
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...-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 112 buttons left TouchPad 13 optical drive eject 16 power 10 right TouchPad 13 C caps lock light, identifying 13 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 17 display 8 left side 14 right side 15 computer major components 19 computer reset 109 computer specifications 103 connector, power 16 D deleted files, restoring display assembly spare part number...
...-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 112 buttons left TouchPad 13 optical drive eject 16 power 10 right TouchPad 13 C caps lock light, identifying 13 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 17 display 8 left side 14 right side 15 computer major components 19 computer reset 109 computer specifications 103 connector, power 16 D deleted files, restoring display assembly spare part number...
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... 1 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external memory cards 4 external optical drive 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal cards 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 serviceability 5 solid-state drive 3 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovery 108, 109 discs 107, 112 HP Recovery Manager 110 media 112 starting 111 supported discs 107 system 110 USB flash drive 112 using HP Recovery media 108 recovery media creating 107 creating using HP Recovery Manager 108 recovery partition 111 removing 112...
... 1 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external memory cards 4 external optical drive 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal cards 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 serviceability 5 solid-state drive 3 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovery 108, 109 discs 107, 112 HP Recovery Manager 110 media 112 starting 111 supported discs 107 system 110 USB flash drive 112 using HP Recovery media 108 recovery media creating 107 creating using HP Recovery Manager 108 recovery partition 111 removing 112...