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... software information 5 Locating hardware ...5 Locating software ...5 Front ...6 Right side ...7 Left side ...9 Top ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 Identifying the labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using an Internet service provider 14 Setting up a WLAN ...15 Configuring a wireless router 15 Protecting your WLAN ...15 Connecting to a WLAN ...16 Connecting to a wired network ...17 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 17 4 Enjoying entertainment features ...18 Using the webcam ...19 Using audio...
... software information 5 Locating hardware ...5 Locating software ...5 Front ...6 Right side ...7 Left side ...9 Top ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 Identifying the labels ...13 3 Connecting to a network ...14 Connecting to a wireless network ...14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using an Internet service provider 14 Setting up a WLAN ...15 Configuring a wireless router 15 Protecting your WLAN ...15 Connecting to a WLAN ...16 Connecting to a wired network ...17 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 17 4 Enjoying entertainment features ...18 Using the webcam ...19 Using audio...
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Adjusting the volume ...19 Connecting speakers ...19 Connecting headphones ...20 Using Beats Audio ...20 Accessing Beats Audio 20 Using video ...20 Connecting an HDMI device 20 Using HDMI audio ...21 Managing your audio and video files 21 Share media and data across your home group network (select models only 22 Enable media sharing and set up a home group network 22 Stream and share media between mobile devices 22 Migrate or synchronize data 23 Share photos, videos, and music to...
Adjusting the volume ...19 Connecting speakers ...19 Connecting headphones ...20 Using Beats Audio ...20 Accessing Beats Audio 20 Using video ...20 Connecting an HDMI device 20 Using HDMI audio ...21 Managing your audio and video files 21 Share media and data across your home group network (select models only 22 Enable media sharing and set up a home group network 22 Stream and share media between mobile devices 22 Migrate or synchronize data 23 Share photos, videos, and music to...
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... Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 48 Starting Computer Setup (BIOS) ...48 Updating the BIOS ...48 Determining the BIOS version 48 Downloading a BIOS update 49 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 50 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 50 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...51 Creating recovery media and backups 52 Creating HP Recovery media 52 Restore and recovery ...54 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 55 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 55 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 56 What you need...
... Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 48 Starting Computer Setup (BIOS) ...48 Updating the BIOS ...48 Determining the BIOS version 48 Downloading a BIOS update 49 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 50 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 50 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...51 Creating recovery media and backups 52 Creating HP Recovery media 52 Restore and recovery ...54 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 55 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 55 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 56 What you need...
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Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only 57 Using HP Recovery media to recover 57 Changing the computer boot order 57 Removing the HP Recovery partition 58 11 Troubleshooting ...59 Wireless connection problems ...59 Cannot connect to a WLAN 59 Cannot connect to a preferred network 59 Current network security codes are unavailable 60 Cannot connect to the wireless router 60 Network status icon is not displayed 61 Power problems ...62 Computer will not turn on or start 62 Hard drive error ...62 Computer is not responding...
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only 57 Using HP Recovery media to recover 57 Changing the computer boot order 57 Removing the HP Recovery partition 58 11 Troubleshooting ...59 Wireless connection problems ...59 Cannot connect to a WLAN 59 Cannot connect to a preferred network 59 Current network security codes are unavailable 60 Cannot connect to the wireless router 60 Network status icon is not displayed 61 Power problems ...62 Computer will not turn on or start 62 Hard drive error ...62 Computer is not responding...
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...; Wireless connection problems ◦ Power problems ◦ Display problems ◦ Keyboard and mouse problems ◦ Audio problems Safety & Comfort Guide ◦ Software problems ● Proper workstation setup. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Worldwide support web page ● Guidelines for upgrading or replacing components of your risk of how-to information and troubleshooting tips. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. To access this guide, select HP Support...
...; Wireless connection problems ◦ Power problems ◦ Display problems ◦ Keyboard and mouse problems ◦ Audio problems Safety & Comfort Guide ◦ Software problems ● Proper workstation setup. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Worldwide support web page ● Guidelines for upgrading or replacing components of your risk of how-to information and troubleshooting tips. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. To access this guide, select HP Support...
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... the devices installed on your hardware and software information 5 Swipe down from the top edge of the computer screen. 2. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager. Select the All apps icon. From the Start screen, right-click using the external wireless mouse. - or - 2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware...
... the devices installed on your hardware and software information 5 Swipe down from the top edge of the computer screen. 2. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager. Select the All apps icon. From the Start screen, right-click using the external wireless mouse. - or - 2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware...
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Blinking: The hard drive is being used. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer The subwoofer provides superior bass sound. Connects a network cable. Connect optional USB devices. Component (3) (4) Subwoofer connector USB 2.0 ports (2) (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Hard drive light Description Connects HP Pulse Subwoofer (purchased separately).
Blinking: The hard drive is being used. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer The subwoofer provides superior bass sound. Connects a network cable. Connect optional USB devices. Component (3) (4) Subwoofer connector USB 2.0 ports (2) (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Hard drive light Description Connects HP Pulse Subwoofer (purchased separately).
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... Internet service. NOTE: Your ISP will help set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use for Internet access. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in Help and Support. Record this information and store it in your computer and a wired or wireless network connection...
... Internet service. NOTE: Your ISP will help set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use for Internet access. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in Help and Support. Record this information and store it in your computer and a wired or wireless network connection...
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... are connecting an external hardware device to a port other power settings and timeouts using Power Options in Control Panel. 1. If you need to create a user account password or change your current user account password, click Create or change your user account password, and then follow these steps: 1. Click Save changes. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on wakeup. 3. NOTE: If you do not need to access components inside the computer ● When you must enter your Windows password...
... are connecting an external hardware device to a port other power settings and timeouts using Power Options in Control Panel. 1. If you need to create a user account password or change your current user account password, click Create or change your user account password, and then follow these steps: 1. Click Save changes. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on wakeup. 3. NOTE: If you do not need to access components inside the computer ● When you must enter your Windows password...
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... operating system and other software may have installed software from other companies, regularly update the software to receive automatic update notifications when updates become available after you receive an alert. From the Start screen, type u, select Settings, and then select Windows Update. ● Enable automatic Windows Update thereafter. Updating software HP recommends that you can also register to correct security problems and improve the performance of the software. Installing software updates Installing Windows updates Updates to http://www.hp.com/support...
... operating system and other software may have installed software from other companies, regularly update the software to receive automatic update notifications when updates become available after you receive an alert. From the Start screen, type u, select Settings, and then select Windows Update. ● Enable automatic Windows Update thereafter. Updating software HP recommends that you can also register to correct security problems and improve the performance of the software. Installing software updates Installing Windows updates Updates to http://www.hp.com/support...
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... Setup (BIOS). 1. Most BIOS updates on page 48. 2. 9 Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the computer, you are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Starting Computer Setup (BIOS) To start Computer Setup (BIOS), turn on the HP website. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of system and extended memory. Computer Setup (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup...
... Setup (BIOS). 1. Most BIOS updates on page 48. 2. 9 Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the computer, you are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Starting Computer Setup (BIOS) To start Computer Setup (BIOS), turn on the HP website. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of system and extended memory. Computer Setup (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup...
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... or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to the location on your hard drive designation. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are revealed, follow these steps: a. NOTE: If you are ready to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Follow any device, cable, or cord...
... or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to the location on your hard drive designation. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are revealed, follow these steps: a. NOTE: If you are ready to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Follow any device, cable, or cord...
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... a Windows update and other system maintenance events. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you can use the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media on page 52. ● If you have created. If you have not already created recovery media, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 56. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you...
... a Windows update and other system maintenance events. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you can use the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media on page 52. ● If you have created. If you have not already created recovery media, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 56. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you...
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... of recovery can change the boot order: 1. This type of devices listed in HP Recovery Manager, you press the power button. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Press and hold f11 as you can only be used if the hard drive is not working . Select Troubleshoot from the HP Recovery partition: 1. Changing the computer boot order If computer does not restart in BIOS where the computer looks for an optical drive or a USB flash drive. Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models...
... of recovery can change the boot order: 1. This type of devices listed in HP Recovery Manager, you press the power button. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Press and hold f11 as you can only be used if the hard drive is not working . Select Troubleshoot from the HP Recovery partition: 1. Changing the computer boot order If computer does not restart in BIOS where the computer looks for an optical drive or a USB flash drive. Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models...
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... speakers are properly connected. ● Unplug headphones if they are connected to your computer, from the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Audio problems No sound is in the Sleep state, exit Sleep by briefly pressing the power button. ● Check the audio functions. Open a multimedia program and play back the sound. To check the audio functions on your Windows desktop. 3. Select Hardware...
... speakers are properly connected. ● Unplug headphones if they are connected to your computer, from the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Audio problems No sound is in the Sleep state, exit Sleep by briefly pressing the power button. ● Check the audio functions. Open a multimedia program and play back the sound. To check the audio functions on your Windows desktop. 3. Select Hardware...
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...in button, identifying 12 HDMI-in port connecting 20 HDMI-in port, identifying 9 headphone jack, identifying 10 headphones, connecting 20 Hibernation exiting 36 initiating 36 high-definition devices, connecting 20 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) downloading 50 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 57 starting 57 HP Recovery media creating 52 recovery 57 HP Recovery partition recovery 57 removing 58 hubs 38 I installing, critical updates 47 integrated numeric keypad, identifying 31, 34 integrated webcam light, identifying 6 Internet connection setup 15 Internet security software, using...
...in button, identifying 12 HDMI-in port connecting 20 HDMI-in port, identifying 9 headphone jack, identifying 10 headphones, connecting 20 Hibernation exiting 36 initiating 36 high-definition devices, connecting 20 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) downloading 50 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 57 starting 57 HP Recovery media creating 52 recovery 57 HP Recovery partition recovery 57 removing 58 hubs 38 I installing, critical updates 47 integrated numeric keypad, identifying 31, 34 integrated webcam light, identifying 6 Internet connection setup 15 Internet security software, using...
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...key, identifying 34 O operating specifications 69 original system recovery 56 P passwords Computer Setup (BIOS) 46 Windows 45 pinching touch screen gesture 27 ports HDMI-in 9, 20 USB 2.0 ports 8 USB 3.0 7 USB 3.0 (charging) powered 7 power button, identifying 11 power connector, identifying 10 product name and number, computer 13 programs, updating 41 public WLAN connection 16 R re-pair, wireless keyboard and mouse 65 recovery discs 53, 57 HP Recovery Manager 56 media 57 options 52 refresh 55 starting 57 supported discs 53 system 56 USB flash drive 57 using HP Recovery media 53 recovery media...
...key, identifying 34 O operating specifications 69 original system recovery 56 P passwords Computer Setup (BIOS) 46 Windows 45 pinching touch screen gesture 27 ports HDMI-in 9, 20 USB 2.0 ports 8 USB 3.0 7 USB 3.0 (charging) powered 7 power button, identifying 11 power connector, identifying 10 product name and number, computer 13 programs, updating 41 public WLAN connection 16 R re-pair, wireless keyboard and mouse 65 recovery discs 53, 57 HP Recovery Manager 56 media 57 options 52 refresh 55 starting 57 supported discs 53 system 56 USB flash drive 57 using HP Recovery media 53 recovery media...
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... not turn on 62 display is blank 64 hard drive error 62 images on screen problems 64 keyboard 65 mouse 65 re-pair the wireless keyboard and mouse 65 software problems 68 wireless connection 59 turning off the computer 36 U unresponsive system 36 USB 2.0 ports, identifying 8 USB 3.0 (charging) powered port, identifying 7 USB 3.0 port, identifying 7 USB cable, connecting 39 USB devices connecting 39 description 38 removing 39 USB hubs 38 V video 20 volume keys, identifying 31 volume, adjusting 19 W webcam using 19 webcam light identifying 6 webcam light, identifying 6 Windows backup...
... not turn on 62 display is blank 64 hard drive error 62 images on screen problems 64 keyboard 65 mouse 65 re-pair the wireless keyboard and mouse 65 software problems 68 wireless connection 59 turning off the computer 36 U unresponsive system 36 USB 2.0 ports, identifying 8 USB 3.0 (charging) powered port, identifying 7 USB 3.0 port, identifying 7 USB cable, connecting 39 USB devices connecting 39 description 38 removing 39 USB hubs 38 V video 20 volume keys, identifying 31 volume, adjusting 19 W webcam using 19 webcam light identifying 6 webcam light, identifying 6 Windows backup...
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... screen ...2 Locating the Start button and the Start menu 3 Shutting down the computer ...3 Displaying all apps ...3 Closing apps ...4 Enhanced search feature ...4 Enhanced snap feature ...4 Discovering and connecting to a Miracast-certified wireless display (select models only 4 Opening to the Windows desktop instead of the Start screen 5 This PC ...5 3 Backup, restore, and recovery updates ...6 Using Windows backup and restore ...6 Checking for recovery partitions ...6 Using HP Software Setup (select models only 6 Using other backup, restore, and recovery tools 6 4 Specifications update...
... screen ...2 Locating the Start button and the Start menu 3 Shutting down the computer ...3 Displaying all apps ...3 Closing apps ...4 Enhanced search feature ...4 Enhanced snap feature ...4 Discovering and connecting to a Miracast-certified wireless display (select models only 4 Opening to the Windows desktop instead of the Start screen 5 This PC ...5 3 Backup, restore, and recovery updates ...6 Using Windows backup and restore ...6 Checking for recovery partitions ...6 Using HP Software Setup (select models only 6 Using other backup, restore, and recovery tools 6 4 Specifications update...
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... -screen instructions to access the HP Support Assistant has changed . NOTE: The path to reinstall drivers or select software. From the Start screen, type HP Software Setup. Select HP Software Setup. 3. Using HP Software Setup (select models only) NOTE: If you need to use HP Software Setup to the User Guide for restore and recovery steps for your system does not support this feature. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Checking for recovery partitions NOTE: If you need to the User Guide provided for your computer. Using Windows backup...
... -screen instructions to access the HP Support Assistant has changed . NOTE: The path to reinstall drivers or select software. From the Start screen, type HP Software Setup. Select HP Software Setup. 3. Using HP Software Setup (select models only) NOTE: If you need to use HP Software Setup to the User Guide for restore and recovery steps for your system does not support this feature. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Checking for recovery partitions NOTE: If you need to the User Guide provided for your computer. Using Windows backup...