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
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... hardware or software. The ISP will give you to set up a connection or network, connect to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Type network and sharing in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center. Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you a user ID and a password to the modem, and test the Internet service. Swipe from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support...
... hardware or software. The ISP will give you to set up a connection or network, connect to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Type network and sharing in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center. Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you a user ID and a password to the modem, and test the Internet service. Swipe from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support...
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... a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to run; Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that must be installed. Connects an optional USB device. Some USB devices require power and require you store, manage, share, and access information. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are compatible with your computer. Some devices use , see Connecting to the USB port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). Using a USB device 51 Using a USB device Most computers have their own power source. Type USB 3.0 USB 3.0 charging port...
... a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to run; Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that must be installed. Connects an optional USB device. Some USB devices require power and require you store, manage, share, and access information. 7 Managing and sharing information Drives are compatible with your computer. Some devices use , see Connecting to the USB port on select models) Blu-ray Disc (BD). Using a USB device 51 Using a USB device Most computers have their own power source. Type USB 3.0 USB 3.0 charging port...
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.... Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive at any procedure, ensure that the system can safely delete to free up disk space by touching a grounded metal object. When your memory isn't big enough to hold all batteries before installing a memory module. WARNING! The computer has two memory module slots. The memory capacity of static electricity by deleting unnecessary files. 2. works harder to locate files...
.... Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive at any procedure, ensure that the system can safely delete to free up disk space by touching a grounded metal object. When your memory isn't big enough to hold all batteries before installing a memory module. WARNING! The computer has two memory module slots. The memory capacity of static electricity by deleting unnecessary files. 2. works harder to locate files...
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... administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password Function ● Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● If you forget your administrator password, you cannot access Setup Utility (BIOS). For additional information about Windows passwords, such as it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ● Change your passwords at the first password check, you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility (BIOS...
... administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password Function ● Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● If you forget your administrator password, you cannot access Setup Utility (BIOS). For additional information about Windows passwords, such as it displayed as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ● Change your passwords at the first password check, you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... identifier. You may need to access this information to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. If the update is downloaded. Click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Using the hard drive path you connect your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions. 4.
... identifier. You may need to access this information to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. If the update is downloaded. Click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Using the hard drive path you connect your hard drive. 78 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions. 4.
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... way to remove all of HP Recovery Manager to reset your personal files and data, you have finished creating all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. Choose the method that came preinstalled on -screen instructions. ●...
... way to remove all of HP Recovery Manager to reset your personal files and data, you have finished creating all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. Choose the method that came preinstalled on -screen instructions. ●...
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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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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...
Start Here
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..., Power Options, and Shut down. Locating the Start button and the Start menu 3 Tap Shut down, and then tap Shut down the computer Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures 1. display the charms, and then tap 2. The Start menu offers quick access to the Start screen, click the arrow again. Shutting down the computer To shut down . 2. Click the Power icon, and then click Settings. For more information, see the Windows Basics guide...
..., Power Options, and Shut down. Locating the Start button and the Start menu 3 Tap Shut down, and then tap Shut down the computer Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures 1. display the charms, and then tap 2. The Start menu offers quick access to the Start screen, click the arrow again. Shutting down the computer To shut down . 2. Click the Power icon, and then click Settings. For more information, see the Windows Basics guide...
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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... 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: 1.5-TB, 5400-RPM...
... 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: 1.5-TB, 5400-RPM...
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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... 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...
... 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...
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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... 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...
... 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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... Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts 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 all external devices connected to the computer, lift the cover (2), and then remove it down the computer. Service cover Description For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models For use on...
... Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts 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 all external devices connected to the computer, lift the cover (2), and then remove it down the computer. Service cover Description For use on HP ENVY TouchSmart m7 Notebook PC computer models For use on...
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 fan to install the fan. Remove the fan: 1. Before removing the fan: 1. Component replacement procedures 75 Remove the base enclosure (see Display panel on page 43). 9. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove the WLAN module (see Service cover on page 46). 11. Remove the service cover (see WLAN module on page 55). Reverse this procedure to the unit (2) and (3). 3. Remove the optical drive (see Battery on page 39). 5. Disconnect all external devices connected to...
... the fan to install the fan. Remove the fan: 1. Before removing the fan: 1. Component replacement procedures 75 Remove the base enclosure (see Display panel on page 43). 9. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Remove the WLAN module (see Service cover on page 46). 11. Remove the service cover (see WLAN module on page 55). Reverse this procedure to the unit (2) and (3). 3. Remove the optical drive (see Battery on page 39). 5. Disconnect all external devices connected to...
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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... update later, after the download is functioning properly. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) (select models only) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that may need to access this information to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Follow the on the screen after it has been downloaded to the hard drive. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. Make a note of the operating...
... update later, after the download is functioning properly. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) (select models only) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that may need to access this information to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Follow the on the screen after it has been downloaded to the hard drive. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. Make a note of the operating...
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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...