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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... directly to create a new network connection. 5. 3. A list of a wireless router or access point. NOTE: The functional range (how far your home (instead of Bluetooth devices. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is made, place the mouse pointer over the network status icon in your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and...
... directly to create a new network connection. 5. 3. A list of a wireless router or access point. NOTE: The functional range (how far your home (instead of Bluetooth devices. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is made, place the mouse pointer over the network status icon in your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... USB ports on a touch screen (select models only). Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you want to navigate the computer with your computer TouchPad or on the computer. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to activate the demonstration. Select Synaptics ClickPad. 3. To turn on a external mouse. Using the TouchPad 27 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard...
... USB ports on a touch screen (select models only). Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you want to navigate the computer with your computer TouchPad or on the computer. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to activate the demonstration. Select Synaptics ClickPad. 3. To turn on a external mouse. Using the TouchPad 27 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard...
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... 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 battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Power Options. ● Remove a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it from the Start screen, type support...
... 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 battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Power Options. ● Remove a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it from the Start screen, type support...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... on battery power. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by HP 3D DriveGuard. Hard drives connected to free up disk space by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of this, the hard drive works...
... on battery power. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by HP 3D DriveGuard. Hard drives connected to free up disk space by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of this, the hard drive works...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... computer hardware is running on your selection to the hard drive. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you connect your BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. If the update is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The hard drive...
... computer hardware is running on your selection to the hard drive. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you connect your BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. If the update is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The hard drive...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... Recovering using Windows System Restore, see Help and Support. Restore and recovery 71 See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on page 73. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to reset your computer or were purchased from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. For more information, see Recovering using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type...
... Recovering using Windows System Restore, see Help and Support. Restore and recovery 71 See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on page 73. ● If you have replaced the hard drive, you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to reset your computer or were purchased from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. For more information, see Recovering using Windows Refresh. From the Start screen, type...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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...
Start Here
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... computer Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures 1. To return to frequently used options, including File Explorer, Control Panel, Desktop, Power Options, and Shut down . - Locating the Start button and the Start menu 3 The Start menu offers quick access to the Start screen, click the arrow again. Tap Shut down, and then tap Shut down . IMPORTANT: To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows key on your keyboard, or point to display the Start button and the Start menu. Follow the instructions...
... computer Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures 1. To return to frequently used options, including File Explorer, Control Panel, Desktop, Power Options, and Shut down . - Locating the Start button and the Start menu 3 The Start menu offers quick access to the Start screen, click the arrow again. Tap Shut down, and then tap Shut down . IMPORTANT: To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows key on your keyboard, or point to display the Start button and the Start menu. Follow the instructions...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... power cord from the system board. RTC battery Description For use only on page 42). Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 4. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Remove the battery (see Service door on computer models equipped with an AMD processor, complete steps 1 through the operating...
... power cord from the system board. RTC battery Description For use only on page 42). Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 4. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Remove the battery (see Service door on computer models equipped with an AMD processor, complete steps 1 through the operating...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is functioning properly. Follow the on -screen instructions. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is complete. If no instructions are caused by unplugging the power cord from issues that contains the update. 4. From the Start screen, type e, and...
... the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is functioning properly. Follow the on -screen instructions. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is complete. If no instructions are caused by unplugging the power cord from issues that contains the update. 4. From the Start screen, type e, and...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on the HP website are displayed on your computer. Start Setup Utility. 2. Follow the on the computer, you want to the hard drive. You may be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the computer by using the AC adapter. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is connected to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Updating the BIOS 101...
... as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on the HP website are displayed on your computer. Start Setup Utility. 2. Follow the on the computer, you want to the hard drive. You may be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the computer by using the AC adapter. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is connected to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Updating the BIOS 101...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... download the software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the media provided by deleting all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to the replacement drive. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 108. ● If you want to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 109. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP...
... download the software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the media provided by deleting all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to the replacement drive. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 108. ● If you want to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 109. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC
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... 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 109 bottom 18 bottom components 16 button components 10 buttons power 10 TouchPad 13 C cables, service considerations 36 caps lock light 12 chipset, product description 2 components bottom 16 buttons 10 display 9 keys 11 left-side 13 lights 12 right-side 15 speakers 10 TouchPad 13 computer major components 19 specifications 103 connector board removal 78 spare part numbers 21, 31, 32, 33, 78 connectors, service considerations 36 D default settings, restoring...
... 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 109 bottom 18 bottom components 16 button components 10 buttons power 10 TouchPad 13 C cables, service considerations 36 caps lock light 12 chipset, product description 2 components bottom 16 buttons 10 display 9 keys 11 left-side 13 lights 12 right-side 15 speakers 10 TouchPad 13 computer major components 19 specifications 103 connector board removal 78 spare part numbers 21, 31, 32, 33, 78 connectors, service considerations 36 D default settings, restoring...
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... operating system key 11 Windows key 11 L labels Bluetooth 18 regulatory 18 serial number 17 service 17 wireless certification 18 WLAN 18 left-side components 13 light components 12 lights AC adapter 15 caps lock 12 fingerprint reader 12 hard drive 14 mute 12 power 12, 14 RJ-45 (network) status 15 webcam 9 wireless 12 J jacks audio-in 15 audio-out 15 headphone 15 microphone 15 network 15 RJ-45 (network) 15 K key components 11 keyboard product description 7 M mass storage device illustrated 26 precautions 36 spare part numbers 26 memory module...
... operating system key 11 Windows key 11 L labels Bluetooth 18 regulatory 18 serial number 17 service 17 wireless certification 18 WLAN 18 left-side components 13 light components 12 lights AC adapter 15 caps lock 12 fingerprint reader 12 hard drive 14 mute 12 power 12, 14 RJ-45 (network) status 15 webcam 9 wireless 12 J jacks audio-in 15 audio-out 15 headphone 15 microphone 15 network 15 RJ-45 (network) 15 K key components 11 keyboard product description 7 M mass storage device illustrated 26 precautions 36 spare part numbers 26 memory module...
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...display panel 4 Ethernet 6 external media cards 6 graphics 3 hard drive 5 keyboard 7 memory module 5 microphone 6 mSATA SSD 5 operating system 8 pointing device 7 ports 7 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 8 video 6 wireless 6 product name 1 product name and number, computer 17 R rear speakers removal 83 spare part number 21, 32, 83 recovery discs for Windows computer models 107, 109 for Windows computer models 108 HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 108 media for Windows computer models 109 starting for Windows computer models 109 supported...
...display panel 4 Ethernet 6 external media cards 6 graphics 3 hard drive 5 keyboard 7 memory module 5 microphone 6 mSATA SSD 5 operating system 8 pointing device 7 ports 7 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 8 video 6 wireless 6 product name 1 product name and number, computer 17 R rear speakers removal 83 spare part number 21, 32, 83 recovery discs for Windows computer models 107, 109 for Windows computer models 108 HP Recovery Manager for Windows computer models 108 media for Windows computer models 109 starting for Windows computer models 109 supported...
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... part number 20, 32 TouchPad assembly removal 88 spare part number 21, 32, 88 TouchPad button 13 TouchPad components 13 TouchPad zone 13 transporting guidelines 38 traveling with the computer 18 U USB 3.0 port 14, 15 V vent 14, 16 video, product description 6 W webcam 9 webcam light 9 webcam/microphone module removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 62 Windows File History 107 restoring files 107 system restore point 106 Windows key 11 wireless antenna locations 9 removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 63 wireless certification label 18 wireless light...
... part number 20, 32 TouchPad assembly removal 88 spare part number 21, 32, 88 TouchPad button 13 TouchPad components 13 TouchPad zone 13 transporting guidelines 38 traveling with the computer 18 U USB 3.0 port 14, 15 V vent 14, 16 video, product description 6 W webcam 9 webcam light 9 webcam/microphone module removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 62 Windows File History 107 restoring files 107 system restore point 106 Windows key 11 wireless antenna locations 9 removal 62 spare part number 25, 31, 63 wireless certification label 18 wireless light...