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...-Enable/disable boot from external Network Adapter. ■ Boot Order-Set the boot order for the primary and accessory batteries. Setup Utility (BIOS) System Configuration menu Select Language Support Virtualization Technology (select models only) Fan Always On Fast Charge Mode Action Key Mode Boot Options Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the Fast Charge Mode for : ❐ Notebook Hard Drive ❐ USB...
...-Enable/disable boot from external Network Adapter. ■ Boot Order-Set the boot order for the primary and accessory batteries. Setup Utility (BIOS) System Configuration menu Select Language Support Virtualization Technology (select models only) Fan Always On Fast Charge Mode Action Key Mode Boot Options Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the Fast Charge Mode for : ❐ Notebook Hard Drive ❐ USB...
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... optional power source. BIOS installation procedures vary. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen. ✎ After a message on the screen after it has been downloaded to download. 3. b. The hard drive designation is later than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you want to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Complete the installation...
... optional power source. BIOS installation procedures vary. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen. ✎ After a message on the screen after it has been downloaded to download. 3. b. The hard drive designation is later than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you want to your computer: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Complete the installation...
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... an update 5-6 updating 5-5 Bluetooth module removal 4-35 spare part number 3-10, 3-14, 4-35 Bluetooth module cable removal 4-39 spare part number 3-10, 3-17, 4-39 Maintenance and Service Guide Index Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive precautions 4-2 spare part number 3-12, 3-16, 3-17 specifications 6-5 Boot Options 5-4 bottom components 2-10 button components 2-3 buttons power 2-3 TouchPad 2-7 TouchPad on/off 2-7 C cables, service considerations 4-1 calculator key 2-4 caps lock light 2-5 chipset, product description 1-1 components bottom 2-10 button 2-3 display 2-2 front...
... an update 5-6 updating 5-5 Bluetooth module removal 4-35 spare part number 3-10, 3-14, 4-35 Bluetooth module cable removal 4-39 spare part number 3-10, 3-17, 4-39 Maintenance and Service Guide Index Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive precautions 4-2 spare part number 3-12, 3-16, 3-17 specifications 6-5 Boot Options 5-4 bottom components 2-10 button components 2-3 buttons power 2-3 TouchPad 2-7 TouchPad on/off 2-7 C cables, service considerations 4-1 calculator key 2-4 caps lock light 2-5 chipset, product description 1-1 components bottom 2-10 button 2-3 display 2-2 front...
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... 9-1 location 2-9 model description 3-2, 4-5 mute light 2-5 N network jack connector pinout 9-3 location 2-9 O operating system, product description 1-4 optical drive precautions 4-2 product description 1-2 Maintenance and Service Guide Index spare part numbers 3-12, 3-16, 3-17 specifications 6-5, 6-6 P packing guidelines 4-3 part number description 3-2, 4-5 plastic parts 4-1 Plastics Kit, spare part number 3-8, 3-17 pointing device, product description 1-4 ports eSATA/USB 2-9 HDMI 2-9 product description 1-4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2-9 power button 2-3 power button board and cable removal...
... 9-1 location 2-9 model description 3-2, 4-5 mute light 2-5 N network jack connector pinout 9-3 location 2-9 O operating system, product description 1-4 optical drive precautions 4-2 product description 1-2 Maintenance and Service Guide Index spare part numbers 3-12, 3-16, 3-17 specifications 6-5, 6-6 P packing guidelines 4-3 part number description 3-2, 4-5 plastic parts 4-1 Plastics Kit, spare part number 3-8, 3-17 pointing device, product description 1-4 ports eSATA/USB 2-9 HDMI 2-9 product description 1-4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2-9 power button 2-3 power button board and cable removal...
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... Hard Disk Self Test 5-4 security cable slot 2-9 Security menu 5-3 security, product description 1-4 serial number 3-2, 4-5 service considerations 4-1 service tag 3-1, 4-5 serviceability, product description 1-4 Setup Utility changing the lanuage 5-1 Diagnostics menu 5-4 displaying system information 5-2 exiting 5-3 Main menu 5-3 menus 5-3 navigating 5-2 restoring default settings 5-2 Security menu 5-3 selecting 5-2 starting 5-1 System Configuration menu 5-4 using 5-1 speaker assembly removal 4-14 spare part number 3-7, 3-17, 4-14 speaker, location 2-8, 2-9 specifications Blu-ray ROM DVD...
... Hard Disk Self Test 5-4 security cable slot 2-9 Security menu 5-3 security, product description 1-4 serial number 3-2, 4-5 service considerations 4-1 service tag 3-1, 4-5 serviceability, product description 1-4 Setup Utility changing the lanuage 5-1 Diagnostics menu 5-4 displaying system information 5-2 exiting 5-3 Main menu 5-3 menus 5-3 navigating 5-2 restoring default settings 5-2 Security menu 5-3 selecting 5-2 starting 5-1 System Configuration menu 5-4 using 5-1 speaker assembly removal 4-14 spare part number 3-7, 3-17, 4-14 speaker, location 2-8, 2-9 specifications Blu-ray ROM DVD...
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... volume ...30 Using the media activity keys 31 Multimedia software ...32 Using HP MediaSmart software 32 Using multimedia software 32 Installing multimedia software from a disc 33 Audio ...34 Connecting external audio devices 34 Checking your audio functions 34 Using Beats Audio ...35 Video ...36 Connecting an external monitor or projector 36 Connecting an HDMI device 37 Configuring audio for HDMI 38 Webcam ...39 Webcam tips ...39 Adjusting webcam properties 39 Using the ambient light sensor ...41 Using adaptive brightness 41 Using the webcam IR light 41 6 Power management Setting...
... volume ...30 Using the media activity keys 31 Multimedia software ...32 Using HP MediaSmart software 32 Using multimedia software 32 Installing multimedia software from a disc 33 Audio ...34 Connecting external audio devices 34 Checking your audio functions 34 Using Beats Audio ...35 Video ...36 Connecting an external monitor or projector 36 Connecting an HDMI device 37 Configuring audio for HDMI 38 Webcam ...39 Webcam tips ...39 Adjusting webcam properties 39 Using the ambient light sensor ...41 Using adaptive brightness 41 Using the webcam IR light 41 6 Power management Setting...
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...59 Handling drives ...59 Improving hard drive performance 60 Using Disk Defragmenter 60 Using Disk Cleanup 60 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 61 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 61 Managing power with a parked hard drive 61 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 62 Using external drives ...62 Connecting optional external drives 62 Using the external optical drive (select models only 63 Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open 63 Sharing optical drives ...64 External devices ...66 Using a USB device...
...59 Handling drives ...59 Improving hard drive performance 60 Using Disk Defragmenter 60 Using Disk Cleanup 60 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 61 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 61 Managing power with a parked hard drive 61 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 62 Using external drives ...62 Connecting optional external drives 62 Using the external optical drive (select models only 63 Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open 63 Sharing optical drives ...64 External devices ...66 Using a USB device...
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... a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is off . (2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on . Lightly press the button and hold for two seconds to turn the TouchPad on and off or in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Component (1) TouchPad on/off button Description Turns the TouchPad...
... a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is off . (2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on . Lightly press the button and hold for two seconds to turn the TouchPad on and off or in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Component (1) TouchPad on/off button Description Turns the TouchPad...
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... repair from the menu. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your network device and attempts to reconnect to a WLAN, the network is protected by security. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for instructions on setting up the same codes...
... repair from the menu. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your network device and attempts to reconnect to a WLAN, the network is protected by security. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for instructions on setting up the same codes...
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... disabled at the same time as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the TouchPad at the factory. To activate the TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on an external mouse. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 4 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the TouchPad...
... disabled at the same time as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the TouchPad at the factory. To activate the TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on an external mouse. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 4 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the TouchPad...
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.... Using the webcam IR light The webcam IR light improves the webcam picture quality in the following features: ● Adaptive brightness ● Webcam infrared (IR) light The ambient light sensor is activated. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Location and Other Sensors. 2. The webcam IR light is enabled by default. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. 2. Click Change plan setting, and then click Change advanced power settings. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. In low-light...
.... Using the webcam IR light The webcam IR light improves the webcam picture quality in the following features: ● Adaptive brightness ● Webcam infrared (IR) light The ambient light sensor is activated. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Location and Other Sensors. 2. The webcam IR light is enabled by default. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. 2. Click Change plan setting, and then click Change advanced power settings. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. In low-light...
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... memory, letting you can initiate Sleep in Windows® Control Panel. You can be changed using Power Options in any of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Setting power devices 43 CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start...
... memory, letting you can initiate Sleep in Windows® Control Panel. You can be changed using Power Options in any of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Setting power devices 43 CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start...
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Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. NOTE: For additional information on the battery meter, refer to external power and the battery is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that...
Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. NOTE: For additional information on the battery meter, refer to external power and the battery is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that...
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... Defragment disk. When the battery is not necessary to run Disk Cleanup: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. do not drop a drive or place items on -screen instructions. 60 Chapter 7 Drives and external devices To run Disk Defragmenter on luggage, such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. CAUTION...
... Defragment disk. When the battery is not necessary to run Disk Cleanup: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. do not drop a drive or place items on -screen instructions. 60 Chapter 7 Drives and external devices To run Disk Defragmenter on luggage, such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. CAUTION...
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... and disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software enables you to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: Depending on your options for non-Administrator users. ● Determine whether a drive in the system is supported. In Mobility Center, click the hard drive icon to enable or disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Click OK. To connect an external drive to change settings...
... and disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software enables you to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: Depending on your options for non-Administrator users. ● Determine whether a drive in the system is supported. In Mobility Center, click the hard drive icon to enable or disable HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Click OK. To connect an external drive to change settings...
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...;Set the delay for the user to start Windows in intervals of the Setup Utility menu items listed in intervals of Setup Utility options. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Virtualization Technology (select models only) Fan Always On Fast Charge Mode Action Key Mode Boot Options To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable the Action Key Mode. When enabled, the computer fan will always be supported by your computer. Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. Enable/disable the Fast Charge Mode for the user to press hot keys...
...;Set the delay for the user to start Windows in intervals of the Setup Utility menu items listed in intervals of Setup Utility options. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Virtualization Technology (select models only) Fan Always On Fast Charge Mode Action Key Mode Boot Options To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable the Action Key Mode. When enabled, the computer fan will always be supported by your computer. Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. Enable/disable the Fast Charge Mode for the user to press hot keys...
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... hard drive designation. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen to download your selection to your hard drive. 90 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: If you are ready to download. 3. Double-click your computer: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Double-click the file that is complete. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If no instructions are displayed on the HP...
... hard drive designation. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen to download your selection to your hard drive. 90 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: If you are ready to download. 3. Double-click your computer: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Double-click the file that is complete. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If no instructions are displayed on the HP...
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...54 action key mode 87 action keys adjusting volume 26 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 26 decrease screen brightness 26 Help and Support 26 identifying 5 increase screen brightness 26 muting speaker sound 27 QuickLock 27 switching screen image 26 using 26 volume 30 adaptive brightness, using 41 administrator password creating 78 entering 78 managing 78 airport security devices 60 ambient light sensor adaptive brightness 41 identifying 9 using 41 webcam IR light 41 antennas 9 antivirus software, using 80 audio devices, connecting external 34 audio functions, checking 34 audio-in (microphone) jack...
...54 action key mode 87 action keys adjusting volume 26 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 26 decrease screen brightness 26 Help and Support 26 identifying 5 increase screen brightness 26 muting speaker sound 27 QuickLock 27 switching screen image 26 using 26 volume 30 adaptive brightness, using 41 administrator password creating 78 entering 78 managing 78 airport security devices 60 ambient light sensor adaptive brightness 41 identifying 9 using 41 webcam IR light 41 antennas 9 antivirus software, using 80 audio devices, connecting external 34 audio functions, checking 34 audio-in (microphone) jack...
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... security updates, installing 82 D default settings, restoring 86 Diagnostics menu 88 digital card inserting 68 removing 69 supported formats 68 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 60 Disk Defragmenter software 60 diskette drive 62 display image, switching 26 drive light 8, 61 drive media 43 drives boot order 87 connecting external 62 diskette 62 external 62 hard 62 optical 62 DVD drive 62 E encryption 17 entering a power-on password 79 entering an administrator password 78 eSATA cable, connecting 67 eSATA devices connecting 67 removing 67 eSATA port identifying 7 esc key...
... security updates, installing 82 D default settings, restoring 86 Diagnostics menu 88 digital card inserting 68 removing 69 supported formats 68 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 Disk Cleanup software 60 Disk Defragmenter software 60 diskette drive 62 display image, switching 26 drive light 8, 61 drive media 43 drives boot order 87 connecting external 62 diskette 62 external 62 hard 62 optical 62 DVD drive 62 E encryption 17 entering a power-on password 79 entering an administrator password 78 eSATA cable, connecting 67 eSATA devices connecting 67 removing 67 eSATA port identifying 7 esc key...
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... (network jack), identifying 7 rotating TouchPad gesture 24 S screen brightness keys 26 screen image, switching 26 scrolling TouchPad gesture 24 secondary hard disk self test 88 security cable slot, identifying 6 security cable, installing 83 Security menu 87 security, wireless 16 serial number, computer 11 service tag 11 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility changing the language 85 displaying system information 86 exiting 86 menus 87 navigating 85 passwords set in 77 restoring default settings 86 selecting 85 starting 84 shared drives 64 shutdown 58 Sleep...
... (network jack), identifying 7 rotating TouchPad gesture 24 S screen brightness keys 26 screen image, switching 26 scrolling TouchPad gesture 24 secondary hard disk self test 88 security cable slot, identifying 6 security cable, installing 83 Security menu 87 security, wireless 16 serial number, computer 11 service tag 11 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility changing the language 85 displaying system information 86 exiting 86 menus 87 navigating 85 passwords set in 77 restoring default settings 86 selecting 85 starting 84 shared drives 64 shutdown 58 Sleep...