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1 Introducing Windows 10 This guide describes new Windows® 10 features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer hardware and software, see the User Guide. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 1 These new features include the following: ● Enhanced Start menu ● Shut down from the Start menu ● Improved search options ● Enhanced backup and recovery information For details about your computer. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country.
1 Introducing Windows 10 This guide describes new Windows® 10 features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer hardware and software, see the User Guide. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 1 These new features include the following: ● Enhanced Start menu ● Shut down from the Start menu ● Improved search options ● Enhanced backup and recovery information For details about your computer. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country.
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... integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability, and you replace the hard drive. ◦ Only one set up , restoring, and recovering For more . System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and software programs that will be connected to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted. Using Windows tools You can create recovery media, system restore points, and backups of recovery media can also find contact information on -screen instructions. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you...
... integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability, and you replace the hard drive. ◦ Only one set up , restoring, and recovering For more . System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and software programs that will be connected to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted. Using Windows tools You can create recovery media, system restore points, and backups of recovery media can also find contact information on -screen instructions. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you...
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... work, you must be used if the computer hard drive fails. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on -screen instructions. ● If you want to recover the computer's original factory partition and content, or if you have not already created recovery media, see Recovering using the HP Recovery media that you obtained from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to know before you get started ● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software...
... work, you must be used if the computer hard drive fails. For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on -screen instructions. ● If you want to recover the computer's original factory partition and content, or if you have not already created recovery media, see Recovering using the HP Recovery media that you obtained from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to know before you get started ● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software...
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... down the volume down the Windows button; If possible, back up , restoring, and recovering See Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that were installed at the factory. Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on page 7. 3. To start the recovery process. ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. Type recovery in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. then select...
... down the volume down the Windows button; If possible, back up , restoring, and recovering See Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that were installed at the factory. Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on page 7. 3. To start the recovery process. ● System Recovery-Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. Type recovery in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. then select...
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or Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; Follow the on page 3. see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on -screen instructions. Restore and recovery 7 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) HP Recovery Manager software allows you will not be able to perform System Recovery or create HP recovery media from which is only available on products that support this function. Follow these steps. 1. Access BIOS: For computers...
or Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; Follow the on page 3. see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on -screen instructions. Restore and recovery 7 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) HP Recovery Manager software allows you will not be able to perform System Recovery or create HP recovery media from which is only available on products that support this function. Follow these steps. 1. Access BIOS: For computers...
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... contents 1 Starting right ...1 Visit the HP Apps Store ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...7 Display 3D camera (select products only) ...8 Display ...9 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader 12 Keys ...13 Using the action keys ...14 Bottom ...15 Labels ...15 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls ...17 Airplane mode key ...17 Operating system controls 17 Connecting to...
... contents 1 Starting right ...1 Visit the HP Apps Store ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...7 Display 3D camera (select products only) ...8 Display ...9 Top ...10 TouchPad ...10 Lights ...11 Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader 12 Keys ...13 Using the action keys ...14 Bottom ...15 Labels ...15 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Using the wireless controls ...17 Airplane mode key ...17 Operating system controls 17 Connecting to...
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... Windows passwords ...41 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 Using the fingerprint reader (select products only 42 Using Internet security software ...43 Using antivirus software ...43 Using firewall software ...43 Installing software updates ...43 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 44 Securing your wireless network ...44 Backing up your software applications and information 44 Using an optional security cable ...44 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Determining the BIOS version ...46 Downloading...
... Windows passwords ...41 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 Using the fingerprint reader (select products only 42 Using Internet security software ...43 Using antivirus software ...43 Using firewall software ...43 Installing software updates ...43 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 44 Securing your wireless network ...44 Backing up your software applications and information 44 Using an optional security cable ...44 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Determining the BIOS version ...46 Downloading...
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... airplane mode and wireless feature on or off or on each action key illustrates the function for that key. ● To use an action key, press and hold down the key. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to support. Mutes or restores speaker sound. Icon Description Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating...
... airplane mode and wireless feature on or off or on each action key illustrates the function for that key. ● To use an action key, press and hold down the key. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to support. Mutes or restores speaker sound. Icon Description Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating...
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... home, you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. ENWW Connecting to a wireless network Your computer may have an airplane mode key, one or more wireless devices, and one or more information about wireless technology, the Internet, and networking, see the Get started app. ▲ Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app. In a PAN, each other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as airports, restaurants...
... home, you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. ENWW Connecting to a wireless network Your computer may have an airplane mode key, one or more wireless devices, and one or more information about wireless technology, the Internet, and networking, see the Get started app. ▲ Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app. In a PAN, each other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as airports, restaurants...
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... activate mobile broadband service. Type control panel in support for mobile broadband service. Select the network status icon in your wireless signals travel) depends on page 19. After the connection is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to a WLAN NOTE: When you are listed, you the freedom to connect to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to create a new network connection. 3. NOTE: If your corporate network without the need the HP Mobile...
... activate mobile broadband service. Type control panel in support for mobile broadband service. Select the network status icon in your wireless signals travel) depends on page 19. After the connection is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to a WLAN NOTE: When you are listed, you the freedom to connect to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to create a new network connection. 3. NOTE: If your corporate network without the need the HP Mobile...
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... the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To view the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, place the mouse pointer over the icon reveals a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Placing the mouse pointer over the power meter icon . ● To use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the battery facing toward...
... the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To view the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, place the mouse pointer over the icon reveals a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Placing the mouse pointer over the power meter icon . ● To use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the battery facing toward...
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... safely delete to a USB port is running on battery power. NOTE: It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in the taskbar search box, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive at least once a month. Follow the on -screen instructions. 7 Maintaining your computer It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid-state drives. NOTE: Only internal hard drives...
... safely delete to a USB port is running on battery power. NOTE: It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in the taskbar search box, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive at least once a month. Follow the on -screen instructions. 7 Maintaining your computer It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid-state drives. NOTE: Only internal hard drives...
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... passwords: ▲ Type support in the taskbar. Several types of malicious code. For example, when you set . To create and save passwords, use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for service, back up your computer for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the computer, record each password and store it in this chapter may find it helpful to a Windows user account. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access...
... passwords: ▲ Type support in the taskbar. Several types of malicious code. For example, when you set . To create and save passwords, use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for service, back up your computer for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the computer, record each password and store it in this chapter may find it helpful to a Windows user account. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access...
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... to launch HP SimplePass. 2. HP SimplePass prompts you to your notebook. Select Security, and then follow the on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button. 2. When the HP SimplePass welcome screen is displayed, select Get Started. 3. or Turn on -screen instructions. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Start Setup Utility (BIOS): ● Computers...
... to launch HP SimplePass. 2. HP SimplePass prompts you to your notebook. Select Security, and then follow the on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button. 2. When the HP SimplePass welcome screen is displayed, select Get Started. 3. or Turn on -screen instructions. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Start Setup Utility (BIOS): ● Computers...
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... criteria is installed on your computer and/or network, or it is monitored and compared with a set of your computer. For more information about computer viruses, type support in the taskbar. There are designed to prevent unauthorized access to correct security problems and improve software performance. You can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them , and in order to fully...
... criteria is installed on your computer and/or network, or it is monitored and compared with a set of your computer. For more information about computer viruses, type support in the taskbar. There are designed to prevent unauthorized access to correct security problems and improve software performance. You can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them , and in order to fully...
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... time spent solving end-user device and security issues. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. To view or change the settings: 1. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you set up your network from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. You can quickly download and install the software, which is purchased separately...
... time spent solving end-user device and security issues. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. To view or change the settings: 1. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you set up your network from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. You can quickly download and install the software, which is purchased separately...
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... -screen instructions to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the BIOS version. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is complete. Using the hard drive path you are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. ENWW Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) 47 To check for updates and messages. 3. Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. b. Start Setup Utility (BIOS) (see Downloading a BIOS update on battery power...
... -screen instructions to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the BIOS version. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is complete. Using the hard drive path you are ready to reliable external power using the AC adapter. ENWW Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) 47 To check for updates and messages. 3. Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. b. Start Setup Utility (BIOS) (see Downloading a BIOS update on battery power...
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... Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original state. IMPORTANT: Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have not already created recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51. ● To use the Factory Reset option (select products only), you have replaced the hard drive, you get started app. ● If you need...
... Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original state. IMPORTANT: Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have not already created recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51. ● To use the Factory Reset option (select products only), you have replaced the hard drive, you get started app. ● If you need...
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... 19 H hard drive light 7 HDMI port connecting 23 identifying 5 HDMI, configuring audio 23 headsets, connecting 22 Hibernation exiting 29 initiated during critical battery level 33 initiating 29 high-definition devices, connecting 23, 24 HP 3D DriveGuard 37 HP Apps Store, visiting 1 HP DataPass 19 HP Mobile Broadband activating 18 IMEI number 18 MEID number 18 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 49 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 55 starting 54 HP Recovery media creating 51 recovery 54 HP Recovery partition recovery 54 removing 55 HP resources 2 HP Touchpoint Manager 44 I IMEI...
... 19 H hard drive light 7 HDMI port connecting 23 identifying 5 HDMI, configuring audio 23 headsets, connecting 22 Hibernation exiting 29 initiated during critical battery level 33 initiating 29 high-definition devices, connecting 23, 24 HP 3D DriveGuard 37 HP Apps Store, visiting 1 HP DataPass 19 HP Mobile Broadband activating 18 IMEI number 18 MEID number 18 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 49 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 55 starting 54 HP Recovery media creating 51 recovery 54 HP Recovery partition recovery 54 removing 55 HP resources 2 HP Touchpoint Manager 44 I IMEI...
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...54 starting 54 supported discs 52 system 53 USB flash drive 54 using HP Recovery media 52 recovery media creating 51 creating using HP Recovery Manager 52 recovery partition removing 55 regulatory information regulatory label 16 wireless certification labels 16 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 5 RJ-45 (network) status lights, identifying 5 S security cable slot, identifying 7 security cable, installing 44 serial number 16 serial number, computer 16 service labels, locating 15 setting password protection on wakeup 29 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 shipping the computer 39 shutdown 35 Sleep...
...54 starting 54 supported discs 52 system 53 USB flash drive 54 using HP Recovery media 52 recovery media creating 51 creating using HP Recovery Manager 52 recovery partition removing 55 regulatory information regulatory label 16 wireless certification labels 16 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 5 RJ-45 (network) status lights, identifying 5 S security cable slot, identifying 7 security cable, installing 44 serial number 16 serial number, computer 16 service labels, locating 15 setting password protection on wakeup 29 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 42 shipping the computer 39 shutdown 35 Sleep...