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...
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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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are setting up a connection or network, connect to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. To use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. Using an Internet service provider When you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up the modem, install a network cable to connect...
... Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are setting up a connection or network, connect to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. To use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. Using an Internet service provider When you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up the modem, install a network cable to connect...
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.... f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. f5 On select models, turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to quickly access information or perform functions with the appropriate action key. To activate the assigned function after you have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS). CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in...
.... f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. f5 On select models, turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to quickly access information or perform functions with the appropriate action key. To activate the assigned function after you have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS). CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in...
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... or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as a USB powered port) allows you to read or write to charge connected USB devices. Some devices come with software that allows you to a CD, DVD, or (on your phone or camera. NOTE: For more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that help you have their own power source. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected...
... or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as a USB powered port) allows you to read or write to charge connected USB devices. Some devices come with software that allows you to a CD, DVD, or (on your phone or camera. NOTE: For more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that help you have their own power source. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected...
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... files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to run on the size of static electricity by adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in your hard drive at any procedure, ensure that the system can defragment your hard drive and the number of the memory module slots. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be upgraded by touching a grounded metal object. The memory capacity of memory you start Disk Defragmenter, it works without...
... files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to run on the size of static electricity by adding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in your hard drive at any procedure, ensure that the system can defragment your hard drive and the number of the memory module slots. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be upgraded by touching a grounded metal object. The memory capacity of memory you start Disk Defragmenter, it works without...
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... NOTE: The administrator password can be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in Windows, nor is it displayed as it is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. NOTE: This password cannot be used in place of the power-on password. NOTE: A power-on password is set , entered, changed , or deleted. 72...
... NOTE: The administrator password can be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in Windows, nor is it displayed as it is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. NOTE: This password cannot be used in place of the power-on password. NOTE: A power-on password is set , entered, changed , or deleted. 72...
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... your hard drive designation. BIOS installation procedures vary. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). If no instructions are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics The hard drive designation...
... your hard drive designation. BIOS installation procedures vary. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). If no instructions are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics The hard drive designation...
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... on-screen instructions. ● If you need to remove all of HP Recovery Manager to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is an option. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to recover the...
... on-screen instructions. ● If you need to remove all of HP Recovery Manager to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is an option. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to recover the...
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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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... part number helps a service technician to each product. PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS) back to the front of the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Item (1) (2) (3) Description Product name Serial number Part number/Product number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Function This is the product name affixed to factory shipped specifications when replacing...
... part number helps a service technician to each product. PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS) back to the front of the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Item (1) (2) (3) Description Product name Serial number Part number/Product number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Function This is the product name affixed to factory shipped specifications when replacing...
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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...). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Hard drive on page 55). 11. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove the memory modules (see Display panel on page 64). 72 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Display hinges and top cover Description Spare part number Display hinges (including covers and brackets) 720238-001 For use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models 720272-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and...
...). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Hard drive on page 55). 11. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove the memory modules (see Display panel on page 64). 72 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Display hinges and top cover Description Spare part number Display hinges (including covers and brackets) 720238-001 For use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models 720272-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and...
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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... using the AC adapter. Use the arrow keys to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Follow the on your computer. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the date, name, or other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that contains the update. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using the hard drive...
... using the AC adapter. Use the arrow keys to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Follow the on your computer. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the date, name, or other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that contains the update. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using the hard drive...
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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... Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. NOTE: During Refresh, a list of the screen, and then select General from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on the system at the factory. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that you have replaced the hard drive, you wish to remove...
... Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on -screen instructions. NOTE: During Refresh, a list of the screen, and then select General from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on the system at the factory. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that you have replaced the hard drive, you wish to remove...
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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...-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...