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Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 1 These new features include the following: ● Enhanced Start menu ● Shut down from the Start menu ● Improved search options ● Enhanced backup and recovery information For details about your computer. 1 Introducing Windows 10 This guide describes new Windows® 10 features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer hardware and software, see the User Guide. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 1 These new features include the following: ● Enhanced Start menu ● Shut down from the Start menu ● Improved search options ● Enhanced backup and recovery information For details about your computer. 1 Introducing Windows 10 This guide describes new Windows® 10 features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer hardware and software, see the User Guide. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country.
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... use a highquality blank USB flash drive. ◦ If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability, and you must have finished creating all of the recovery DVDs. See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with HP Recovery Manager software. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you can use an external optical drive (purchased separately) to create recovery discs. Using Windows tools You can create recovery media, system restore points, and backups of personal information using HP Recovery Manager...
... use a highquality blank USB flash drive. ◦ If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability, and you must have finished creating all of the recovery DVDs. See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with HP Recovery Manager software. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you can use an external optical drive (purchased separately) to create recovery discs. Using Windows tools You can create recovery media, system restore points, and backups of personal information using HP Recovery Manager...
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... on-screen instructions. ● If you obtained from HP, or by using the HP Recovery partition (select products only). IMPORTANT: Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have not already created recovery media, see the Get started app. ▲ Select the Start button, and then select the Get started ● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that you want to remove the recovery partition to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use...
... on-screen instructions. ● If you obtained from HP, or by using the HP Recovery partition (select products only). IMPORTANT: Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have not already created recovery media, see the Get started app. ▲ Select the Start button, and then select the Get started ● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that you want to remove the recovery partition to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use...
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... the power button. See Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. Go to its original factory state by deleting all personal files. 2. To start the recovery process. ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. Select Troubleshoot from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. Type recovery in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that were installed at the factory. The HP Recovery...
... the power button. See Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. Go to its original factory state by deleting all personal files. 2. To start the recovery process. ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. Select Troubleshoot from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. Type recovery in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that were installed at the factory. The HP Recovery...
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... drive or a USB flash drive. or Turn on products that support this function. IMPORTANT: After you remove the HP Recovery partition, you will not be able to perform System Recovery or create HP recovery media from which is only available on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; To change the boot order: IMPORTANT: For a tablet with keyboards attached: ▲ Turn on -screen instructions. Restore and recovery 7 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) HP Recovery Manager software...
... drive or a USB flash drive. or Turn on products that support this function. IMPORTANT: After you remove the HP Recovery partition, you will not be able to perform System Recovery or create HP recovery media from which is only available on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; To change the boot order: IMPORTANT: For a tablet with keyboards attached: ▲ Turn on -screen instructions. Restore and recovery 7 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) HP Recovery Manager software...
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... contents 1 Starting right ...1 Visit the HP Apps Store ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...7 Display 3D camera (select products only) ...8 Display ...9 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader 12 Keys ...13 Using the action keys ...14 Bottom ...15 Labels ...15 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls ...17 Airplane mode key ...17 Operating system controls 17 Connecting to...
... contents 1 Starting right ...1 Visit the HP Apps Store ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...7 Display 3D camera (select products only) ...8 Display ...9 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader 12 Keys ...13 Using the action keys ...14 Bottom ...15 Labels ...15 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls ...17 Airplane mode key ...17 Operating system controls 17 Connecting to...
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... Windows passwords ...41 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 Using the fingerprint reader (select products only 42 Using Internet security software ...43 Using antivirus software ...43 Using firewall software ...43 Installing software updates ...43 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 44 Securing your wireless network ...44 Backing up your software applications and information 44 Using an optional security cable ...44 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Determining the BIOS version ...46 Downloading...
... Windows passwords ...41 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 Using the fingerprint reader (select products only 42 Using Internet security software ...43 Using antivirus software ...43 Using firewall software ...43 Installing software updates ...43 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 44 Securing your wireless network ...44 Backing up your software applications and information 44 Using an optional security cable ...44 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Determining the BIOS version ...46 Downloading...
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... and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key. Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is also referred to know your computer. Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. Increases the screen brightness incrementally...
... and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key. Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is also referred to know your computer. Switches the screen image between display devices connected to support. Increases the screen brightness incrementally...
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... controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you get connected to a wireless network 17 This chapter will help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. ENWW Connecting to that world. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in corporate offices, your wireless devices, not the status of websites using one or two wireless lights. 3 Connecting to other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras...
... controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you get connected to a wireless network 17 This chapter will help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. ENWW Connecting to that world. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in corporate offices, your wireless devices, not the status of websites using one or two wireless lights. 3 Connecting to other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras...
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..., or connect to enter a security code. Enter the code, and then select Next to create a new network connection. 3. NOTE: If no WLANs are setting up Internet access in the taskbar, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Select Set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your home, you must establish an account with a mobile operator's network, gives you may be out of range of the available networks. A list of the display...
..., or connect to enter a security code. Enter the code, and then select Next to create a new network connection. 3. NOTE: If no WLANs are setting up Internet access in the taskbar, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Select Set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your home, you must establish an account with a mobile operator's network, gives you may be out of range of the available networks. A list of the display...
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... computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. When the computer is located on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To view the percentage of information. To remove the user-replaceable battery, refer to step 5. 5. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To reduce potential safety issues, use Power Options, right-click the power meter icon...
... computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. When the computer is located on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To view the percentage of information. To remove the user-replaceable battery, refer to step 5. 5. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To reduce potential safety issues, use Power Options, right-click the power meter icon...
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... a USB port is important to perform regular maintenance to run more efficiently. NOTE: Only internal hard drives are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. It also provides instructions for updating programs and drivers, steps to clean the computer, and tips for unnecessary files that you can improve the performance of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to AC power...
... a USB port is important to perform regular maintenance to run more efficiently. NOTE: Only internal hard drives are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. It also provides instructions for updating programs and drivers, steps to clean the computer, and tips for unnecessary files that you can improve the performance of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to AC power...
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..., and then remove all password settings. ENWW Using passwords 41 Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. You may not be available on the computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set . Additional passwords can be set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the Setup Utility (BIOS), and other types of passwords can be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Click the question mark icon in a file on your computer. Several types of malicious code.
..., and then remove all password settings. ENWW Using passwords 41 Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. You may not be available on the computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set . Additional passwords can be set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the Setup Utility (BIOS), and other types of passwords can be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Click the question mark icon in a file on your computer. Several types of malicious code.
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... down the volume down the Windows button. 2. Tap f10. 2. Using the fingerprint reader (select products only) Integrated fingerprint readers are available on -screen keyboard, which displays in tablet mode, cannot access Setup Utility. 1. Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down button. - Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Select Security, and then follow the on password in Setup Utility (BIOS): CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in notebook mode and you...
... down the volume down the Windows button. 2. Tap f10. 2. Using the fingerprint reader (select products only) Integrated fingerprint readers are available on -screen keyboard, which displays in tablet mode, cannot access Setup Utility. 1. Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down button. - Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Select Security, and then follow the on password in Setup Utility (BIOS): CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in notebook mode and you...
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... finish the registration. An antivirus program may be regularly updated to function abnormally. You can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them , and in the illustration. 5. ENWW Using Internet security software 43 If registration is monitored and compared with a set of firewalls to consider: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that protects only the computer it can detect most...
... finish the registration. An antivirus program may be regularly updated to function abnormally. You can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them , and in the illustration. 5. ENWW Using Internet security software 43 If registration is monitored and compared with a set of firewalls to consider: ● Host-based firewalls-Software that protects only the computer it can detect most...
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... key (1) into the security cable lock (2). 44 Chapter 8 Securing your network from being mishandled or stolen. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you set up your computer may not provide any security. To schedule a time for installing updates, select Advanced Options, and then follow the on -screen instructions. WLANs in this section. 1. You can quickly download and install the software...
... key (1) into the security cable lock (2). 44 Chapter 8 Securing your network from being mishandled or stolen. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you set up your computer may not provide any security. To schedule a time for installing updates, select Advanced Options, and then follow the on -screen instructions. WLANs in this section. 1. You can quickly download and install the software...
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... hard drive. The hard drive designation is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you are ready to download your computer is complete. or - ▲ Use Setup Utility (BIOS). Select Main, select System Information, and then make a note of the BIOS version. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Follow the on -screen instructions to install...
... hard drive. The hard drive designation is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you are ready to download your computer is complete. or - ▲ Use Setup Utility (BIOS). Select Main, select System Information, and then make a note of the BIOS version. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Follow the on -screen instructions to install...
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... computer. Recovering using the HP Recovery media that you need to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. If you have not already created recovery media, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 55. If you have replaced the hard drive, you can choose the System Recovery option from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to its original factory state by using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you want to remove the recovery partition to know before you get started app...
... computer. Recovering using the HP Recovery media that you need to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. If you have not already created recovery media, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 55. If you have replaced the hard drive, you can choose the System Recovery option from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to its original factory state by using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you want to remove the recovery partition to know before you get started app...
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... 19 H hard drive light 7 HDMI port connecting 23 identifying 5 HDMI, configuring audio 23 headsets, connecting 22 Hibernation exiting 29 initiated during critical battery level 33 initiating 29 high-definition devices, connecting 23, 24 HP 3D DriveGuard 37 HP Apps Store, visiting 1 HP DataPass 19 HP Mobile Broadband activating 18 IMEI number 18 MEID number 18 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 49 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 55 starting 54 HP Recovery media creating 51 recovery 54 HP Recovery partition recovery 54 removing 55 HP resources 2 HP Touchpoint Manager 44 I IMEI...
... 19 H hard drive light 7 HDMI port connecting 23 identifying 5 HDMI, configuring audio 23 headsets, connecting 22 Hibernation exiting 29 initiated during critical battery level 33 initiating 29 high-definition devices, connecting 23, 24 HP 3D DriveGuard 37 HP Apps Store, visiting 1 HP DataPass 19 HP Mobile Broadband activating 18 IMEI number 18 MEID number 18 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 49 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 55 starting 54 HP Recovery media creating 51 recovery 54 HP Recovery partition recovery 54 removing 55 HP resources 2 HP Touchpoint Manager 44 I IMEI...
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...54 starting 54 supported discs 52 system 53 USB flash drive 54 using HP Recovery media 52 recovery media creating 51 creating using HP Recovery Manager 52 recovery partition removing 55 regulatory information regulatory label 16 wireless certification labels 16 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 5 RJ-45 (network) status lights, identifying 5 S security cable slot, identifying 7 security cable, installing 44 serial number 16 serial number, computer 16 service labels, locating 15 setting password protection on wakeup 29 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 shipping the computer 39 shutdown 35 Sleep...
...54 starting 54 supported discs 52 system 53 USB flash drive 54 using HP Recovery media 52 recovery media creating 51 creating using HP Recovery Manager 52 recovery partition removing 55 regulatory information regulatory label 16 wireless certification labels 16 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 5 RJ-45 (network) status lights, identifying 5 S security cable slot, identifying 7 security cable, installing 44 serial number 16 serial number, computer 16 service labels, locating 15 setting password protection on wakeup 29 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 shipping the computer 39 shutdown 35 Sleep...