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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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... the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. For more information, from the right edge of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up Internet access in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. Type network and...
... the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. For more information, from the right edge of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up Internet access in a safe place. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. Type network and...
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... or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to as SuperSpeed ports, are also compatible with USB 1.0 and 2.0 devices. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to purchase devices that are digital storage devices that must be installed. Be sure to the USB port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). Standard USB ports will charge using a low current. Some USB devices require power and require you store, manage, share, and access...
... or functionality, connect an external drive (purchased separately), such as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to as SuperSpeed ports, are also compatible with USB 1.0 and 2.0 devices. A Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drive, connected to purchase devices that are digital storage devices that must be installed. Be sure to the USB port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). Standard USB ports will charge using a low current. Some USB devices require power and require you store, manage, share, and access...
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... hard drive at any procedure, ensure that the system can safely delete to free up disk space by touching a grounded metal object. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of electric shock and damage to hold all batteries before installing a memory module. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you have in the search box. After you work , your computer. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk...
... hard drive at any procedure, ensure that the system can safely delete to free up disk space by touching a grounded metal object. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of electric shock and damage to hold all batteries before installing a memory module. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you have in the search box. After you work , your computer. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk...
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... files, and then remove all password settings. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in Windows, nor is it displayed as it is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Administrator password Power-on password is set , entered, changed , or deleted. 72 Chapter 9 Securing your computer and information NOTE: A power-on password Function ● Must be entered each time you turn on or restart...
... files, and then remove all password settings. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in Windows, nor is it displayed as it is not displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Administrator password Power-on password is set , entered, changed , or deleted. 72 Chapter 9 Securing your computer and information NOTE: A power-on password Function ● Must be entered each time you turn on or restart...
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... location on your BIOS, make a note of the path to the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the update...
... location on your BIOS, make a note of the path to the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics If the update...
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..., you want to restore the system to remove all of the recovery DVDs. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. For more information and steps for recovering your information from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you can use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of Windows Refresh or...
..., you want to restore the system to remove all of the recovery DVDs. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. For more information and steps for recovering your information from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you can use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of Windows Refresh or...
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... 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...
... 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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... used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The label may vary from images. Windows 8 models 6 Chapter 1 Product description This number describes the duration of the computer. Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag, which is located on the computer. Item (1) (2) (3) Description Product name Serial number Part number/Product number...
... used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. The label may vary from images. Windows 8 models 6 Chapter 1 Product description This number describes the duration of the computer. Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag, which is located on the computer. Item (1) (2) (3) Description Product name Serial number Part number/Product number...
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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... display assembly Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive for use only on computer models equipped with the Intel HM77 Express chipset and a graphics subsystem with Leap Motion capability Top cover for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models Webcamerea/microphone module 17.3-in., BV, HD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models Heat sink for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook...
... display assembly Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive for use only on computer models equipped with the Intel HM77 Express chipset and a graphics subsystem with Leap Motion capability Top cover for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models Webcamerea/microphone module 17.3-in., BV, HD, LED TouchScreen display assembly for use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models Heat sink for use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook...
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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... power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the hard drive (see Optical drive on page 48). 7. Remove the optical drive (see Hard drive on page 55). 64 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for use only on computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly 720225-001 Rubber Feet Kit: For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook...
... power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the hard drive (see Optical drive on page 48). 7. Remove the optical drive (see Hard drive on page 55). 64 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for use only on computer models equipped with a non-TouchScreen display assembly 720225-001 Rubber Feet Kit: For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook...
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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...). 9. Remove the memory modules (see Service cover on page 48). 8. Remove the WLAN module (see Hard drive on page 47). 7. Remove the hard drive (see WLAN module on page 59). 6. Remove the base enclosure (see Display panel on page 52). 10. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Display hinges and top cover Description Spare part number Display hinges (including covers and brackets) 720238-001 For use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models 720272-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart...
...). 9. Remove the memory modules (see Service cover on page 48). 8. Remove the WLAN module (see Hard drive on page 47). 7. Remove the hard drive (see WLAN module on page 59). 6. Remove the base enclosure (see Display panel on page 52). 10. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Display hinges and top cover Description Spare part number Display hinges (including covers and brackets) 720238-001 For use only on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models 720272-001 For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart...
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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... the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. BIOS installation procedures vary. Using the hard drive path you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Start Setup Utility (BIOS). 2. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit, select Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. NOTE: If you are ready to install the update. From the Start screen, type...
... the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. BIOS installation procedures vary. Using the hard drive path you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Start Setup Utility (BIOS). 2. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit, select Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. NOTE: If you are ready to install the update. From the Start screen, type...
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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... Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you have a quick way to see Recovering using a minimized image, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery When your computer using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition...
... Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you have a quick way to see Recovering using a minimized image, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery When your computer using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition...
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... downloading an update 101 updating 100 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 112 buttons left TouchPad 13 optical drive eject 16 power 10 right TouchPad 13 C caps lock light, identifying 13 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 17 display...
... downloading an update 101 updating 100 Blu-ray Disc Read/Write with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DoubleLayer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Combo Drive removal 55 spare part numbers 26, 29, 55 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 112 buttons left TouchPad 13 optical drive eject 16 power 10 right TouchPad 13 C caps lock light, identifying 13 chipset, product description 1 components bottom 17 display...
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..., spare part numbers 25 product description audio 3 chipset 1 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external memory cards 4 external optical drive 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal cards 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 serviceability 5 solid-state drive 3 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovery 108, 109 discs 107, 112 HP Recovery Manager 110 media 112 starting 111 supported discs 107 system 110 USB flash drive 112 using HP Recovery media 108 recovery media creating 107 creating using HP...
..., spare part numbers 25 product description audio 3 chipset 1 display panel 2 Ethernet 3 external memory cards 4 external optical drive 3 graphics 1 hard drives 2 internal cards 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 serviceability 5 solid-state drive 3 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovery 108, 109 discs 107, 112 HP Recovery Manager 110 media 112 starting 111 supported discs 107 system 110 USB flash drive 112 using HP Recovery media 108 recovery media creating 107 creating using HP...