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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... to determine what type of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. To use the WLAN device in wireless router. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will give you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. Setting up a WLAN To set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your home, you can separate critical network functions. ● A home or...
... to determine what type of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. To use the WLAN device in wireless router. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will give you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. Setting up a WLAN To set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your home, you can separate critical network functions. ● A home or...
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... a wireless router or access point. Select Set up a PAN of the taskbar, to complete the connection. A list of options is much faster than a modem connection, which uses a telephone cable. NOTE: The functional range (how far your home (instead of working wirelessly), or if you want to connect to a wired network There are sold separately. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that...
... a wireless router or access point. Select Set up a PAN of the taskbar, to complete the connection. A list of options is much faster than a modem connection, which uses a telephone cable. NOTE: The functional range (how far your home (instead of working wirelessly), or if you want to connect to a wired network There are sold separately. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that...
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... action keys or hot key functions on the keyboard to control the pointer on a touch screen (select models only). Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. From the Start screen, type c to the keyboard and mouse. Select Synaptics ClickPad. 3. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be used on your computer TouchPad or on the screen using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard...
... action keys or hot key functions on the keyboard to control the pointer on a touch screen (select models only). Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. From the Start screen, type c to the keyboard and mouse. Select Synaptics ClickPad. 3. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be used on your computer TouchPad or on the screen using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard...
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...; The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. 44 Chapter 6 Managing power NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it is not being used or charged. ● Turn off wireless when you 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 is the sole power source...
...; The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. 44 Chapter 6 Managing power NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it is not being used or charged. ● Turn off wireless when you 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 is the sole power source...
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... drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Using a USB device Most computers have a built-in optical drive that are compatible with your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you to your computer. Your computer has more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models...
... drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card directly from your computer, also allows quick data transfer. Using a USB device Most computers have a built-in optical drive that are compatible with your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you to your computer. Your computer has more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. The USB 3.0 charging port can also charge select models...
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... end of one of this, the hard drive works harder to free up disk space by HP 3D DriveGuard. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Improving performance 55 HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Hard drives connected to run more efficiently. Connect the computer to normal operation. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or physically reorganizes...
... end of one of this, the hard drive works harder to free up disk space by HP 3D DriveGuard. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter on -screen instructions. Improving performance 55 HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. Hard drives connected to run more efficiently. Connect the computer to normal operation. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or physically reorganizes...
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.... From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Using System Diagnostics 67 Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after it has been downloaded to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. NOTE...
.... From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Using System Diagnostics 67 Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on the screen reports a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen after it has been downloaded to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. NOTE...
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... to reinstall the individual application or driver. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. For more information and steps for recovering your computer is not working properly and you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow...
... to reinstall the individual application or driver. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. For more information and steps for recovering your computer is not working properly and you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use Windows File History to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow...
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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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... the computer. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on page 43). 5. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. If you are accessible. 2. Remove the memory module: 1. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Under Step 2: Select a Download, click the BIOS link. 7. Remove the service cover (see Battery on each side of the memory module shield and swing it down...
... the computer. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on page 43). 5. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. If you are accessible. 2. Remove the memory module: 1. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Under Step 2: Select a Download, click the BIOS link. 7. Remove the service cover (see Battery on each side of the memory module shield and swing it down...
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...-state drive on page 43). 5. Remove the RTC battery: 52 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 44). Accessing these steps: 1. Disconnect all external devices from the computer by an authorized service provider. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION...
...-state drive on page 43). 5. Remove the RTC battery: 52 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 44). Accessing these steps: 1. Disconnect all external devices from the computer by an authorized service provider. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... earlier, open the folder on the screen after it to your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. b. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to install the update. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. BIOS installation procedures vary. Click your hard drive. 100 Chapter 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using the hard drive path...
... earlier, open the folder on the screen after it to your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. b. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to install the update. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. BIOS installation procedures vary. Click your hard drive. 100 Chapter 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using the hard drive path...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...'s original factory partitioning and content, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to restore your personal files and data, you can use the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. 108...
...'s original factory partitioning and content, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to restore your personal files and data, you can use the Factory Reset option of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. 108...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Click Settings. 3. The process described in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the Start screen. or - IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of removed traditional applications will be prompted for quick and easy recovery When your computer is not working properly and you need to you. To use the f11 key...
... Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Click Settings. 3. The process described in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the Start screen. or - IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of removed traditional applications will be prompted for quick and easy recovery When your computer is not working properly and you need to you. To use the f11 key...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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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...