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...27 Configuring HDMI audio settings 28 Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only 28 Managing your audio and video files 28 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 29 Using the TouchPad ...29 Using TouchPad gestures ...29 Tapping ...30 Scrolling ...31 Pinching/zooming ...... only 32 Flicking (select models only 33 Edge swipes ...33 Right-edge swipe 33 Top-edge swipe 34 Left-edge swipe 34 Using touch screen gestures (select models only 35 One-finger slide ...35 Tapping ...35 Scrolling ...36 Pinching/stretching ...36 Rotating (select models only 37 ...
...27 Configuring HDMI audio settings 28 Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only 28 Managing your audio and video files 28 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 29 Using the TouchPad ...29 Using TouchPad gestures ...29 Tapping ...30 Scrolling ...31 Pinching/zooming ...... only 32 Flicking (select models only 33 Edge swipes ...33 Right-edge swipe 33 Top-edge swipe 34 Left-edge swipe 34 Using touch screen gestures (select models only 35 One-finger slide ...35 Tapping ...35 Scrolling ...36 Pinching/stretching ...36 Rotating (select models only 37 ...
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Left-edge swipe 38 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 38 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 39 Using the keyboard and mouse ...39 Using the keys ...40 Using the action keys 40 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys...a user-replaceable battery 47 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 48 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 48 Running on external AC power ...48 Troubleshooting power problems 49 HP CoolSense (select models only 49 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 49 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 50...
Left-edge swipe 38 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 38 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 39 Using the keyboard and mouse ...39 Using the keys ...40 Using the action keys 40 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys...a user-replaceable battery 47 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 48 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 48 Running on external AC power ...48 Troubleshooting power problems 49 HP CoolSense (select models only 49 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only 49 Shutting down (turning off) the computer 50...
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...display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are not visible from the outside of applications.... Records video and takes still photographs. or - Display Component (1) Internal display switch (2) Internal microphones (2) (3) Webcam light (4) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Description Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is in use. Record sound.
...display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are not visible from the outside of applications.... Records video and takes still photographs. or - Display Component (1) Internal display switch (2) Internal microphones (2) (3) Webcam light (4) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Description Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is in use. Record sound.
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Swipe from the Start screen, type p. In the search box, type power, select Settings, and then select Power options, or see Managing power on page 43. - or - Produce sound. Allows a .... ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the loss of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to exit Sleep. Component (1) Power button (2) Speakers (2) (3) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Description ● When the computer is off the tablet...
Swipe from the Start screen, type p. In the search box, type power, select Settings, and then select Power options, or see Managing power on page 43. - or - Produce sound. Allows a .... ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the loss of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to exit Sleep. Component (1) Power button (2) Speakers (2) (3) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Description ● When the computer is off the tablet...
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For more information, from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to a network NOTE: The terms wireless router and... and Sharing Center. 1. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. Swipe from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Record this information and store it in a safe place. 18 ...Type network and sharing in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Using an Internet service provider When you are setting up Internet ...
For more information, from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to a network NOTE: The terms wireless router and... and Sharing Center. 1. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. Swipe from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Record this information and store it in a safe place. 18 ...Type network and sharing in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Using an Internet service provider When you are setting up Internet ...
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...the volume before putting on page 51 Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone). or - HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Provides superior bass sound. 23 Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. ...Type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then ...
...the volume before putting on page 51 Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone). or - HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Provides superior bass sound. 23 Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. ...Type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then ...
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... the webcam, you can stream video with friends and colleagues, next door or on page 28. From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to a USB port or the audio-out (headphone) jack on a docking station. Before connecting ...device. Type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is off. To enhance your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the right edge of applications.
... the webcam, you can stream video with friends and colleagues, next door or on page 28. From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to a USB port or the audio-out (headphone) jack on a docking station. Before connecting ...device. Type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is off. To enhance your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the right edge of applications.
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...Audio Control Panel Use Beats Audio Control Panel to view and manually control audio and bass settings. To reduce the risk of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. For best results when recording, speak...the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Swipe from the right edge of background noise. To connect wireless headphones to your computer. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app...
...Audio Control Panel Use Beats Audio Control Panel to view and manually control audio and bass settings. To reduce the risk of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. For best results when recording, speak...the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Swipe from the right edge of background noise. To connect wireless headphones to your computer. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app...
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...Recorder. 2. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, follow these steps: Mode Steps 1. Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound... 3. Checking the sound To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps: Mode Steps 1. Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to your desktop. 3. Save the file to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Open ...
...Recorder. 2. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, follow these steps: Mode Steps 1. Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound... 3. Checking the sound To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps: Mode Steps 1. Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to your desktop. 3. Save the file to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. 2. Open ...
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... reveal the Apps list. You can be connected to perform routine tasks. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Select a gesture to control the pointer on a touch screen (select models only). Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. TIP: Use the left...
... reveal the Apps list. You can be connected to perform routine tasks. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Select a gesture to control the pointer on a touch screen (select models only). Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. Select computer models have an integrated numeric keypad. TIP: Use the left...
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...the TouchPad. NOTE: Press and hold an object, and then drag the object to make a selection. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) 35 Double-tap an item to control items on -screen actions with your finger on an object to open it. Tapping To make an on...9679; To scroll across the screen in the direction you want to pan or scroll through lists and pages, but you can also perform on the screen directly with the keyboard and mouse. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to open a help screen that provides information about the...
...the TouchPad. NOTE: Press and hold an object, and then drag the object to make a selection. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) 35 Double-tap an item to control items on -screen actions with your finger on an object to open it. Tapping To make an on...9679; To scroll across the screen in the direction you want to pan or scroll through lists and pages, but you can also perform on the screen directly with the keyboard and mouse. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to open a help screen that provides information about the...
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..., start apps, access devices, or change settings. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the right edge of the display bezel onto the screen to reveal the charms. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) 37 Using your right hand, slide your forefinger from 3 o'clock to 12 o'clock. To reverse the rotation, move...
..., start apps, access devices, or change settings. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the right edge of the display bezel onto the screen to reveal the charms. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) 37 Using your right hand, slide your forefinger from 3 o'clock to 12 o'clock. To reverse the rotation, move...
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.... Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then follow the on -screen instructions to view available apps. Follow the on -screen instructions. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the touch screen and the computer. 2. Tap All apps to change or create flick...
.... Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then follow the on -screen instructions to view available apps. Follow the on -screen instructions. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to the touch screen and the computer. 2. Tap All apps to change or create flick...
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... pane, click Choose what the power button does. 3. NOTE: If you must enable user-initiated Hibernation using Power Options. 1. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of applications. 2. Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation You can ... be disabled in the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to be required on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button...
... pane, click Choose what the power button does. 3. NOTE: If you must enable user-initiated Hibernation using Power Options. 1. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the right edge of applications. 2. Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation You can ... be disabled in the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Swipe from the list of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to be required on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button...
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...by holding down the power button, the recommended procedure to shut down computer is lost when the computer shuts down command. From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or ... computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to use the Windows Shut down . or - Shut down . Swipe from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable...
...by holding down the power button, the recommended procedure to shut down computer is lost when the computer shuts down command. From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or ... computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to use the Windows Shut down . or - Shut down . Swipe from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable...
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... 42 description 42 reveal system information 42 using 42 HP 3D DriveGuard 64 HP and third-party software updates, installing 75 HP Recovery Manager 84 correcting boot problems 85 starting 85 HP Recovery media creating 81 recovery 85 HP Recovery partition 85 recovery 85 removing 86 hubs 51... identifying 5 optical drive, identifying 5 optional external devices, using 52 original system recovery 84 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 72 Windows 72 pinching touch screen gesture 36 TouchPad gesture 31 ports HDMI 6, 24, 27 Intel Wireless Display 28 Intel Wireless Music 28 USB 3.0 5, 6, 23 power button, ...
... 42 description 42 reveal system information 42 using 42 HP 3D DriveGuard 64 HP and third-party software updates, installing 75 HP Recovery Manager 84 correcting boot problems 85 starting 85 HP Recovery media creating 81 recovery 85 HP Recovery partition 85 recovery 85 removing 86 hubs 51... identifying 5 optical drive, identifying 5 optional external devices, using 52 original system recovery 84 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 72 Windows 72 pinching touch screen gesture 36 TouchPad gesture 31 ports HDMI 6, 24, 27 Intel Wireless Display 28 Intel Wireless Music 28 USB 3.0 5, 6, 23 power button, ...
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...supported discs 81 system 84 USB flash drive 85 using HP Recovery media 82 recovery media creating 81 creating using HP Recovery Manager 82 recovery partition 85 removing 86 recycle computer...creating 81 restoring 82 T temperature 47 testing an AC adapter 49 Touch screen gestures 37, 38 edge-swipe gestures 37, 38 one-finger slide 35 pinch 36 pinching ...13 Windows passwords 72 Wireless Assistant software 17 wireless button 17 wireless certification label 16 wireless controls button 17 operating system 17 Wireless Assistant software 17 wireless light 10, 17 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 20 ...
...supported discs 81 system 84 USB flash drive 85 using HP Recovery media 82 recovery media creating 81 creating using HP Recovery Manager 82 recovery partition 85 removing 86 recycle computer...creating 81 restoring 82 T temperature 47 testing an AC adapter 49 Touch screen gestures 37, 38 edge-swipe gestures 37, 38 one-finger slide 35 pinch 36 pinching ...13 Windows passwords 72 Wireless Assistant software 17 wireless button 17 wireless certification label 16 wireless controls button 17 operating system 17 Wireless Assistant software 17 wireless light 10, 17 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 20 ...
Start Here
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...the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen. (3) Find a list of the Start Swipe in the lower-left corner. (5) Switch between open apps Point to the Start screen, click the arrow again. 2 Navigating the Start screen The Start screen provides a central location where you can... access information and email, browse the Web, stream videos, view photos, and access social media websites. touch screen until the arrow appears, and...
...the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen. (3) Find a list of the Start Swipe in the lower-left corner. (5) Switch between open apps Point to the Start screen, click the arrow again. 2 Navigating the Start screen The Start screen provides a central location where you can... access information and email, browse the Web, stream videos, view photos, and access social media websites. touch screen until the arrow appears, and...
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... button to display the Start in the lower-left corner to the left on the TouchPad or touch screen until the arrow appears, and then tap the arrow in the lower-left corner of the Start screen, and then click or tap the Start button . or - - display the charms, and then tap 2. Displaying... Action See all the apps on your computer Using a keyboard and mouse Point to the Start screen, tap the arrow again. To return to the lower-left corner of the screen to display the TouchPad or touch screen to the upper-right or lower-right 1. Locating the Start button and the Start menu The...
... button to display the Start in the lower-left corner to the left on the TouchPad or touch screen until the arrow appears, and then tap the arrow in the lower-left corner of the Start screen, and then click or tap the Start button . or - - display the charms, and then tap 2. Displaying... Action See all the apps on your computer Using a keyboard and mouse Point to the Start screen, tap the arrow again. To return to the lower-left corner of the screen to display the TouchPad or touch screen to the upper-right or lower-right 1. Locating the Start button and the Start menu The...
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... open apps. 2. Closing apps Action Close an app Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures 1. From the upper-left corner of the screen, swipe in order to view a Start screen app and a desktop app at the right side of the screen. 2. Enhanced search feature 1. Point to the upper-left corner of the...an app to the right, and then down to the bottom of the screen, hold it until the app rotates, and then release the app to close it . Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures NOTE: On select touch screen models, swipe up to four apps at the same time. ▲ ...
... open apps. 2. Closing apps Action Close an app Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures 1. From the upper-left corner of the screen, swipe in order to view a Start screen app and a desktop app at the right side of the screen. 2. Enhanced search feature 1. Point to the upper-left corner of the...an app to the right, and then down to the bottom of the screen, hold it until the app rotates, and then release the app to close it . Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures NOTE: On select touch screen models, swipe up to four apps at the same time. ▲ ...