User Guide - Windows 8
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... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...12 Bottom ...13 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...15 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Using the wireless controls 15 Using the wireless button 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...12 Bottom ...13 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...15 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Using the wireless controls 15 Using the wireless button 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
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Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... separate critical network functions. ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which is composed of other computers and accessories that can accommodate a large number of hardware or software. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider...
... separate critical network functions. ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which is composed of other computers and accessories that can accommodate a large number of hardware or software. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider...
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... from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices provide...
... from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices provide...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... Mouse. From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. Using the TouchPad 27 NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you would use the corresponding buttons on the screen using your computer. From the Synaptics ClickPad screen, select or clear the...
... Mouse. From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. Using the TouchPad 27 NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you would use the corresponding buttons on the screen using your computer. From the Synaptics ClickPad screen, select or clear the...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... used or charged. ● Turn off wireless when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using. ● Before you leave your work or shut down the computer. CAUTION: Removing a user-replaceable battery that is the sole power source for conserving battery power and maximizing battery...
... used or charged. ● Turn off wireless when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using. ● Before you leave your work or shut down the computer. CAUTION: Removing a user-replaceable battery that is the sole power source for conserving battery power and maximizing battery...
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... is off. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to a CD, DVD, or (on your phone or camera. Type USB 3.0 USB 3.0 charging port Description Transfers data at 640 MB/s. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to charge connected USB devices. Some computers have their own power source. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that allows you to the USB port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD).
... is off. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to a CD, DVD, or (on your phone or camera. Type USB 3.0 USB 3.0 charging port Description Transfers data at 640 MB/s. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to charge connected USB devices. Some computers have their own power source. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that allows you to the USB port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD).
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... to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run on a monthly schedule, but you can safely delete to run more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. Hard drives connected to complete. However, depending on solid-state drives. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive...
... to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run on a monthly schedule, but you can safely delete to run more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. Hard drives connected to complete. However, depending on solid-state drives. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. At the download area, follow these steps: a. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by following the on -screen instructions. 4. Using the hard drive path you to run diagnostic tests to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable...
... not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. At the download area, follow these steps: a. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by following the on -screen instructions. 4. Using the hard drive path you to run diagnostic tests to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you need to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. Restore and recovery 71 Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 73. ● If you want to restore the system to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is not working...
... recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you need to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. Restore and recovery 71 Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 73. ● If you want to restore the system to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is not working...
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... Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
... Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
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restore, Windows File History 71 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 65 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on wakeup 43 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter...
restore, Windows File History 71 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 65 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on wakeup 43 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... (1) on -screen instructions. 4. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Remove the memory module: 1. If you are accessible. 2. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on page 44). Under Step 2: Select a Download, click the BIOS link. 7. Lift the left edge of the memory module slot to the right until the memory modules are unsure...
... (1) on -screen instructions. 4. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Remove the memory module: 1. If you are accessible. 2. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on page 44). Under Step 2: Select a Download, click the BIOS link. 7. Lift the left edge of the memory module slot to the right until the memory modules are unsure...
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... be accessed by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 3. Remove the service cover (see Battery on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Remove the RTC battery: 52 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 43). 5. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on computer models equipped...
... be accessed by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 3. Remove the service cover (see Battery on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Remove the RTC battery: 52 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 43). 5. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on computer models equipped...
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... the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after it to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are revealed on your hard drive. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Using the hard drive...
... the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after it to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are revealed on your hard drive. You will need this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Using the hard drive...
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... requirements of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reset your system. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 110. ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of expertise: ● If you need to restore your...
... requirements of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to reset your system. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 110. ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of expertise: ● If you need to restore your...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... and Support. Click Settings. 3. Remove everything and reinstall Windows Sometimes you want to reinstall. or - IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of the screen, and then select General from your permission or password when using the f11 key or from the boot options menu. 3. You can initiate this option, back up any traditional applications that you have a quick way to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on -screen instructions. Press...
... and Support. Click Settings. 3. Remove everything and reinstall Windows Sometimes you want to reinstall. or - IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of the screen, and then select General from your permission or password when using the f11 key or from the boot options menu. 3. You can initiate this option, back up any traditional applications that you have a quick way to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on -screen instructions. Press...
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... webcam 10 wireless 13 M mass storage device illustrated 28 precautions 38 spare part numbers memory module product description removal 49 spare part numbers 49 microphone location 10 product description microphone jack 17 model name 1 mute light 13 28 5 26, 31, 6 N network jack 17 num lk key 12 O operating system, product description 8 optical drive precautions 38 spare part number 28, 30 P packaging guidelines 40 plastic parts, service considerations 37 pointing device, product description 7 ports HDMI 15 product description 7 USB 3.0 15, 17 power button 11 power button board removal...
... webcam 10 wireless 13 M mass storage device illustrated 28 precautions 38 spare part numbers memory module product description removal 49 spare part numbers 49 microphone location 10 product description microphone jack 17 model name 1 mute light 13 28 5 26, 31, 6 N network jack 17 num lk key 12 O operating system, product description 8 optical drive precautions 38 spare part number 28, 30 P packaging guidelines 40 plastic parts, service considerations 37 pointing device, product description 7 ports HDMI 15 product description 7 USB 3.0 15, 17 power button 11 power button board removal...
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... hard drive 104 subwoofer location 18 removal 83 spare part number 25, 34, 83 system board removal 66 spare part numbers 23, 34, 35, 66 T tools required 37 top cover, spare part number 22, 35 TouchPad assembly removal 90 spare part number 23, 35, 90 TouchPad button 14 TouchPad components 14 TouchPad zone 14 transporting guidelines 40 U USB 3.0 port 15, 17 V vent 15, 18 video, product description 6 W webcam 10 webcam light 10 webcam/microphone module removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 64 Windows key 12 wireless antenna locations...
... hard drive 104 subwoofer location 18 removal 83 spare part number 25, 34, 83 system board removal 66 spare part numbers 23, 34, 35, 66 T tools required 37 top cover, spare part number 22, 35 TouchPad assembly removal 90 spare part number 23, 35, 90 TouchPad button 14 TouchPad components 14 TouchPad zone 14 transporting guidelines 40 U USB 3.0 port 15, 17 V vent 15, 18 video, product description 6 W webcam 10 webcam light 10 webcam/microphone module removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 64 Windows key 12 wireless antenna locations...