User Guide - Windows 8
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...things to do ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Buttons and speakers ...11 Keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls 17 Using the wireless button 17 Using operating system controls 18 Using a WLAN ...18 Using an Internet service provider 18 Setting up a WLAN 19 Configuring a wireless router 19...
...things to do ...2 More HP resources ...3 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Finding your hardware and software information 4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...8 Top ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Buttons and speakers ...11 Keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls 17 Using the wireless button 17 Using operating system controls 18 Using a WLAN ...18 Using an Internet service provider 18 Setting up a WLAN 19 Configuring a wireless router 19...
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... ....... 47 Storing 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 7 Managing and sharing information ...51 Using a USB device ...51 Connecting a USB device 52 Removing a USB device ...52 Connecting a powered USB device 52 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 53 vii
... ....... 47 Storing 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 7 Managing and sharing information ...51 Using a USB device ...51 Connecting a USB device 52 Removing a USB device ...52 Connecting a powered USB device 52 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 53 vii
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... hard drive (select models only 62 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 64 Using Disk Defragmenter 64 Using Disk Cleanup ...65 Adding or replacing memory modules 65 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...69 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 69 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 69 Traveling with or shipping your computer 70 9 Securing your computer and information 71 Using passwords ...71 Setting Windows passwords 72 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 Using the fingerprint reader ...73 Using HP...
... hard drive (select models only 62 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 64 Using Disk Defragmenter 64 Using Disk Cleanup ...65 Adding or replacing memory modules 65 Updating programs and drivers ...69 Cleaning your computer ...69 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 69 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 69 Traveling with or shipping your computer 70 9 Securing your computer and information 71 Using passwords ...71 Setting Windows passwords 72 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 Using the fingerprint reader ...73 Using HP...
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... help set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use for Internet access. Because the wireless devices are setting up Internet access in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you a user ID and a password to connect your home, you can separate critical network functions. ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which is composed of hardware or software. Swipe from the Start screen, type...
... help set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use for Internet access. Because the wireless devices are setting up Internet access in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you a user ID and a password to connect your home, you can separate critical network functions. ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which is composed of hardware or software. Swipe from the Start screen, type...
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... to use a powered port. Some USB devices require power and require you to charge connected USB devices. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card...
... to use a powered port. Some USB devices require power and require you to charge connected USB devices. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for the types of USB ports you have more information about connecting external wireless devices, see the manufacturer's instructions. For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as an optical drive or hard drive, or insert a digital storage card...
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... the service door. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you store your physical work and the memory is to run more efficiently. To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all your work easily, like your work area. The memory module slots...
... the service door. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you store your physical work and the memory is to run more efficiently. To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all your work easily, like your work area. The memory module slots...
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... is it displayed as it is set , entered, changed , or deleted. NOTE: A power-on password is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Administrator password Power-on or restart the computer. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account...
... is it displayed as it is set , entered, changed , or deleted. NOTE: A power-on password is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Administrator password Power-on or restart the computer. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password. Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account...
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... hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics At the download area, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by following the on-screen instructions. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are revealed, follow these steps: a. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow any device, cable...
... hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics At the download area, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by following the on-screen instructions. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are revealed, follow these steps: a. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow any device, cable...
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... the recovery DVDs. Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. See Using Windows Refresh for using File History, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 84. 82 Chapter 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Help and Support. From the Start screen, type...
... the recovery DVDs. Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. See Using Windows Refresh for using File History, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 84. 82 Chapter 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. For more information, see Help and Support. From the Start screen, type...
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... backlight keyboard 40 switch screen image 40 volume down 41 volume mute 40 volume up 41 wireless 41 airport security devices 59 antivirus software, using 74 audio functions, checking 26 audio-out (headphone) jacks 5, 23 battery power 45 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 47 battery, identifying 14 Beats Audio 25, 42 hot key 25 Beats Audio Control Panel 25 BIOS determining version 77 downloading an update 78 updating 77 Bluetooth device 17 label 16 Bluetooth device 20 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 85 bottom 16 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power...
... backlight keyboard 40 switch screen image 40 volume down 41 volume mute 40 volume up 41 wireless 41 airport security devices 59 antivirus software, using 74 audio functions, checking 26 audio-out (headphone) jacks 5, 23 battery power 45 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 47 battery, identifying 14 Beats Audio 25, 42 hot key 25 Beats Audio Control Panel 25 BIOS determining version 77 downloading an update 78 updating 77 Bluetooth device 17 label 16 Bluetooth device 20 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 85 bottom 16 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive eject 5 power...
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..., removing 66 microphone, connecting 25 minimized image creating 84 recovery 85 mouse, external setting preferences 29 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 6 num lock key, identifying 42 O operating environment 88 optical disc inserting 55 removing 55 optical drive eject button, 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...
..., removing 66 microphone, connecting 25 minimized image creating 84 recovery 85 mouse, external setting preferences 29 mute light, identifying 10 N network jack, identifying 6 num lock key, identifying 42 O operating environment 88 optical disc inserting 55 removing 55 optical drive eject button, 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...
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... restore, Windows File History 82 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 32 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 31 security cable lock, installing 75 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 19 serial number 16 service labels, locating 16 setting password protection on wakeup 45 setup of WLAN 19 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 shipping the computer 70 shutdown 50 Sleep exiting 44 initiating 44 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 software critical updates 75 CyberLink PowerDVD 28 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk...
... restore, Windows File History 82 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 32 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 31 security cable lock, installing 75 security cable slot, identifying 6 security, wireless 19 serial number 16 service labels, locating 16 setting password protection on wakeup 45 setup of WLAN 19 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 72 shipping the computer 70 shutdown 50 Sleep exiting 44 initiating 44 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 software critical updates 75 CyberLink PowerDVD 28 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Drive 729728-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 720248-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a nonTouchScreen display assembly: Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720247-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720246-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 729727-001 Hard drive...
... Drive 729728-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 720248-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a nonTouchScreen display assembly: Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720247-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive 720246-001 DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 729727-001 Hard drive...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... W; Spare part number Description 720783-001 17.3-in , BV, HD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models 736480-001 Leap Motion module (includes cable) 736481-501 System board equipped with the Intel HM87 Express chipset, the Nvidia N14P-GT (GeForce 750M) graphics subsystem with 4-GB of discrete memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system for use only on computer models equipped...
... W; Spare part number Description 720783-001 17.3-in , BV, HD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models 736480-001 Leap Motion module (includes cable) 736481-501 System board equipped with the Intel HM87 Express chipset, the Nvidia N14P-GT (GeForce 750M) graphics subsystem with 4-GB of discrete memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system for use only on computer models equipped...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... cable) 736685-B31 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) 736685-BG1 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in Switzerland (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) Sequential part number listing...
... cable) 736685-B31 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) 736685-BG1 Keyboard with backlight for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly with Leap Motion capability in Switzerland (includes keyboard cable and backlight cable) Sequential part number listing...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer, lift the cover (2), and then remove it down the computer. Remove the battery (see Battery on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly Spare part number 720255-001 720254-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and...
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer, lift the cover (2), and then remove it down the computer. Remove the battery (see Battery on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly Spare part number 720255-001 720254-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... or in Hibernation, turn the computer on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly Rubber Feet Kit: For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models For use on , and then shut it down the computer. Component replacement procedures 55 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Service cover on page 39). 5. Disconnect the power from the computer...
... or in Hibernation, turn the computer on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly Rubber Feet Kit: For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models For use on , and then shut it down the computer. Component replacement procedures 55 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Service cover on page 39). 5. Disconnect the power from the computer...
HP ENVY 17 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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... all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the optical drive (see Display panel on page 40). 7. Component replacement procedures 63 Remove the display panel (see Optical drive on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly, but not equipped with Leap Motion capability Spare part number 720238-001 720272-001 736483-001 720271-001 Before removing the hinges and top cover: 1. Disconnect the power from...
... all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the optical drive (see Display panel on page 40). 7. Component replacement procedures 63 Remove the display panel (see Optical drive on HP ENVY TouchSmart 17 Notebook PC computer models and computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly, but not equipped with Leap Motion capability Spare part number 720238-001 720272-001 736483-001 720271-001 Before removing the hinges and top cover: 1. Disconnect the power from...
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... downloaded to your hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by the operating system or other identifier. NOTE: After a message on your computer. b. The tool runs outside of the operating system to isolate hardware failures from issues that is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Identify the BIOS update that may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download...
... downloaded to your hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by the operating system or other identifier. NOTE: After a message on your computer. b. The tool runs outside of the operating system to isolate hardware failures from issues that is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Identify the BIOS update that may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download...
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... downloading an update 90 updating 89 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Bluetooth label 14 boot order changing 99 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive release 11 power 6 right TouchPad 9 C caps lock light, identifying 8 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 12 display...
... downloading an update 90 updating 89 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 46 spare part numbers 21, 24, 46 Bluetooth label 14 boot order changing 99 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 9 optical drive release 11 power 6 right TouchPad 9 C caps lock light, identifying 8 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 12 display...