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... settings 28 Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only 28 Managing your audio and video files 28 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 29 Using the TouchPad ...29 Using TouchPad gestures ...29 Tapping ...30 Scrolling ...31 Pinching/zooming ...31 Rotating (select models only 32 2-finger click (select models...
... settings 28 Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only 28 Managing your audio and video files 28 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 29 Using the TouchPad ...29 Using TouchPad gestures ...29 Tapping ...30 Scrolling ...31 Pinching/zooming ...31 Rotating (select models only 32 2-finger click (select models...
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Left-edge swipe 38 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 38 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 39 Using the keyboard and mouse ...39 Using the keys ...40 Using the action keys 40 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 41 Using the hot keys... battery 47 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 48 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 48 Running on external AC power ...48 Troubleshooting power problems 49 HP CoolSense (select models only 49 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 49 Shutting down (turning off) the computer...
Left-edge swipe 38 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 38 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 39 Using the keyboard and mouse ...39 Using the keys ...40 Using the action keys 40 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 41 Using the hot keys... battery 47 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 48 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 48 Running on external AC power ...48 Troubleshooting power problems 49 HP CoolSense (select models only 49 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 49 Shutting down (turning off) the computer...
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...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 ...software ...74 Using antivirus software ...74 Using firewall software ...74 Installing software updates ...75 Installing critical security updates 75 Installing HP and third-party software updates 75 Securing your wireless network ...75 Backing up your software applications and information 75 Using an ...
...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 ...software ...74 Using antivirus software ...74 Using firewall software ...74 Installing software updates ...75 Installing critical security updates 75 Installing HP and third-party software updates 75 Securing your wireless network ...75 Backing up your software applications and information 75 Using an ...
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...do with the computer hardware and software. Read this chapter to learn about best practices after you set up , restoring, and recovering on page 17. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® 8 features. Pressing the Windows key... we recommend the following steps: ● If you to the previous screen. ● Become familiar with your keyboard. See details in Connecting to a network on page 80. For more HP resources. 1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your computer on page 4 and Enjoying...
...do with the computer hardware and software. Read this chapter to learn about best practices after you set up , restoring, and recovering on page 17. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® 8 features. Pressing the Windows key... we recommend the following steps: ● If you to the previous screen. ● Become familiar with your keyboard. See details in Connecting to a network on page 80. For more HP resources. 1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your computer on page 4 and Enjoying...
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... can be used system functions. Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on . NOTE: On select models, the f5 action key turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on the integrated numeric keypad. Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. Executes frequently used...
... can be used system functions. Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on . NOTE: On select models, the f5 action key turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on the integrated numeric keypad. Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. Executes frequently used...
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...on the on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Swipe from the right edge of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on -screen keyboard in a setting free of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search ...select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Swipe from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. To connect wireless headphones to view and manually control audio and bass ...
...on the on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Swipe from the right edge of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on -screen keyboard in a setting free of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search ...select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Swipe from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. To connect wireless headphones to view and manually control audio and bass ...
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... configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. You can be connected to control the pointer on the keyboard to the keyboard and mouse. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. TIP: Use the left and right buttons on a external mouse. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad ...the computer with your fingers. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to activate the demonstration. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the...
... configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. You can be connected to control the pointer on the keyboard to the keyboard and mouse. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. TIP: Use the left and right buttons on a external mouse. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad ...the computer with your fingers. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to activate the demonstration. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the...
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... clear the check box next to the gesture that provides information about the selected item. 30 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Select Apply, and then select OK. NOTE: Tap and hold your finger on the TouchPad to turn a gesture off . 2. To turn on or off or...
... clear the check box next to the gesture that provides information about the selected item. 30 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Select Apply, and then select OK. NOTE: Tap and hold your finger on the TouchPad to turn a gesture off . 2. To turn on or off or...
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... is intended for specific apps where you to make menu selections for the selected object. 32 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos. ● Point to 3 o'clock. Using your right hand, slide your left hand...
... is intended for specific apps where you to make menu selections for the selected object. 32 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos. ● Point to 3 o'clock. Using your right hand, slide your left hand...
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Top-edge swipe The top-edge swipe allows you can switch between them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to reveal available apps. Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you to access All apps available on the app. ● Swipe your finger gently from the top edge to switch between them quickly. 34 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard IMPORTANT: When an app is active, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the Start screen.
Top-edge swipe The top-edge swipe allows you can switch between them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to reveal available apps. Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you to access All apps available on the app. ● Swipe your finger gently from the top edge to switch between them quickly. 34 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard IMPORTANT: When an app is active, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the Start screen.
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... object to open it . Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to control items on the screen directly with the keyboard and mouse. TIP: On touch screen computers, you can use the tap function. ● Use one finger across the screen in the direction you want...
... object to open it . Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to control items on the screen directly with the keyboard and mouse. TIP: On touch screen computers, you can use the tap function. ● Use one finger across the screen in the direction you want...
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Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving the pointer up , down , left, or right on a page or image. ● Place two fingers on the screen and then drag them in by placing two fingers together on the display and then move your fingers apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on images or text. ● Zoom in an up , down , left, or right motion. Pinching/stretching Pinching and stretching allows you to zoom out or in on the display and then move your fingers together. 36 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving the pointer up , down , left, or right on a page or image. ● Place two fingers on the screen and then drag them in by placing two fingers together on the display and then move your fingers apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on images or text. ● Zoom in an up , down , left, or right motion. Pinching/stretching Pinching and stretching allows you to zoom out or in on the display and then move your fingers together. 36 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
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... from the top edge or the bottom edge of the display bezel onto the screen. 38 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
... from the top edge or the bottom edge of the display bezel onto the screen. 38 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
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...preferences are specific to change or create flick assignments: 1. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) Mode Steps 1. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to view available apps. 2. Tap All apps to perform the ...and then follow the on -screen instructions to the touch screen and the computer. To change or create a flick assignment. 5. The keyboard also allows you do using touch gestures. Tap OK. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) 39 Tap Navigational flicks and editing ...
...preferences are specific to change or create flick assignments: 1. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) Mode Steps 1. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to view available apps. 2. Tap All apps to perform the ...and then follow the on -screen instructions to the touch screen and the computer. To change or create a flick assignment. 5. The keyboard also allows you do using touch gestures. Tap OK. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) 39 Tap Navigational flicks and editing ...
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...return to the previous screen. Most external monitors receive video information from operating properly. f5 On select models, turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off this feature in combination with certain keys and key combinations. Using the keys Your computer has different ways to the computer...Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on the keyboard allows you hold down the key. This action key can prevent the computer from the computer using touch gestures, pointing devices and ...
...return to the previous screen. Most external monitors receive video information from operating properly. f5 On select models, turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off this feature in combination with certain keys and key combinations. Using the keys Your computer has different ways to the computer...Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on the keyboard allows you hold down the key. This action key can prevent the computer from the computer using touch gestures, pointing devices and ...
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Using the keyboard and mouse 41 f10 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of a DVD or a BD. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is revealed. ...
Using the keyboard and mouse 41 f10 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of a DVD or a BD. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is revealed. ...
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.... Using the integrated numeric keypad The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Component num lock key Integrated numeric keypad Description Controls the function of the fn key and... navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on the keys), press the num lock key. 42 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
.... Using the integrated numeric keypad The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Component num lock key Integrated numeric keypad Description Controls the function of the fn key and... navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on the keys), press the num lock key. 42 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
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..., type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the keyboard dock, open the display. ● Press a key on , you can initiate Sleep in Setup Utility (BIOS). See Enabling and exiting user-initiated... before the computer will return to the screen where you stopped working . 44 Chapter 6 Managing power Initiating and exiting Sleep With the computer on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. or - In the When I press the power button area, select Hibernate. 5. Click Save changes. To exit ...
..., type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the keyboard dock, open the display. ● Press a key on , you can initiate Sleep in Setup Utility (BIOS). See Enabling and exiting user-initiated... before the computer will return to the screen where you stopped working . 44 Chapter 6 Managing power Initiating and exiting Sleep With the computer on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. or - In the When I press the power button area, select Hibernate. 5. Click Save changes. To exit ...
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Some computers have a built-in optical drive that allows you have on page 17. others have more than one USB port, because this computer. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a USB powered port) allows you to use a ... with your computer. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that help you to connect numerous kinds of external devices-such as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to your computer. The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models of your phone or camera...
Some computers have a built-in optical drive that allows you have on page 17. others have more than one USB port, because this computer. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a USB powered port) allows you to use a ... with your computer. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that help you to connect numerous kinds of external devices-such as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to your computer. The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models of your phone or camera...
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... is recorded on the CD-R disc, it cannot be sure the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while an optical drive is writing to a disc. A double-sided DVD can store up to continue playback when 54 Chapter 7 Managing.... ◦ CD-ReWritable (CD-RW), which allows the computer to read information and to the disc. The CyberLink PowerDVD program will request an update to 17 GB. NOTE: If the card is not ejected, pull the card out of the following when using is not clean, wipe it is permanent. it...
... is recorded on the CD-R disc, it cannot be sure the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while an optical drive is writing to a disc. A double-sided DVD can store up to continue playback when 54 Chapter 7 Managing.... ◦ CD-ReWritable (CD-RW), which allows the computer to read information and to the disc. The CyberLink PowerDVD program will request an update to 17 GB. NOTE: If the card is not ejected, pull the card out of the following when using is not clean, wipe it is permanent. it...