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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. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 1 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. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country.
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. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 1 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. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country.
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... you start HP Recovery Manager, you can also be used to http://www.hp.com/ support, select your computer does list the Recovery partition and the Windows partition, you can take an hour or more information and steps, see Recovering using Windows tools. they are not compatible with DVD writer capability, and you replace the hard drive. ◦ Only one set up , restoring, and recovering System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and software programs...
... you start HP Recovery Manager, you can also be used to http://www.hp.com/ support, select your computer does list the Recovery partition and the Windows partition, you can take an hour or more information and steps, see Recovering using Windows tools. they are not compatible with DVD writer capability, and you replace the hard drive. ◦ Only one set up , restoring, and recovering System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and software programs...
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... the on-screen instructions. ● If you want to original factory content, you can use the HP Recovery media. If you have replaced the hard drive, you can also find contact information from the HP Recovery partition (select products only) or use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you can choose the System Recovery option from the HP Restore and recovery 5 If you have not already created recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select...
... the on-screen instructions. ● If you want to original factory content, you can use the HP Recovery media. If you have replaced the hard drive, you can also find contact information from the HP Recovery partition (select products only) or use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you can choose the System Recovery option from the HP Restore and recovery 5 If you have not already created recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select...
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... computer. Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on -screen instructions. Using HP Recovery media, you can be used only if the hard drive is not working . Select Troubleshoot from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. If possible, back up , restoring, and recovering Go to recover the original system. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that were installed at the factory. This method can use HP Recovery media to http://www.hp.com/support, select...
... computer. Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on -screen instructions. Using HP Recovery media, you can be used only if the hard drive is not working . Select Troubleshoot from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. If possible, back up , restoring, and recovering Go to recover the original system. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that were installed at the factory. This method can use HP Recovery media to http://www.hp.com/support, select...
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... Remove Recovery Partition, and then follow the on -screen instructions. Restore and recovery 7 To change the boot order: IMPORTANT: For a tablet with keyboards attached: ▲ Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down button; Select the optical drive or USB flash drive from the HP Recovery partition. see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on products that support this function. Follow these steps. 1. You can change the computer boot order, which you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive...
... Remove Recovery Partition, and then follow the on -screen instructions. Restore and recovery 7 To change the boot order: IMPORTANT: For a tablet with keyboards attached: ▲ Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down button; Select the optical drive or USB flash drive from the HP Recovery partition. see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on products that support this function. Follow these steps. 1. You can change the computer boot order, which you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive...
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... ...3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Low blue light mode (select products only 7 Keyboard area ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Speakers and fingerprint reader ...11 Special keys ...12 Action keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...16 Connecting to a wireless network ...16 Using the wireless controls ...16 Airplane mode key ...16 Operating system controls 16 Connecting to a WLAN ...17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only 18 Using GPS (select products only) ...18 Using Bluetooth wireless devices...
... ...3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...7 Low blue light mode (select products only 7 Keyboard area ...9 TouchPad ...9 Lights ...10 Speakers and fingerprint reader ...11 Special keys ...12 Action keys ...13 Bottom ...14 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...16 Connecting to a wireless network ...16 Using the wireless controls ...16 Airplane mode key ...16 Operating system controls 16 Connecting to a WLAN ...17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only 18 Using GPS (select products only) ...18 Using Bluetooth wireless devices...
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...39 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 40 Using Windows Hello (select products only) ...41 Using Internet security software ...41 Using antivirus software ...41 Using firewall software ...41 Installing software updates ...42 Using HP Device as a Service (select products only 42 Securing your wireless network ...42 Backing up your software applications and information 42 Using an optional security cable (select products only 42 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...43 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...43 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...43 Determining the BIOS version ...43 Downloading a BIOS...
...39 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 40 Using Windows Hello (select products only) ...41 Using Internet security software ...41 Using antivirus software ...41 Using firewall software ...41 Installing software updates ...42 Using HP Device as a Service (select products only 42 Securing your wireless network ...42 Backing up your software applications and information 42 Using an optional security cable (select products only 42 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...43 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...43 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...43 Determining the BIOS version ...43 Downloading a BIOS...
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... connected to a network The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your computer communicates with one or more wireless devices, and one or more of individual devices. In a PAN, each other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. But even at the factory. This chapter will help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls...
... connected to a network The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your computer communicates with one or more wireless devices, and one or more of individual devices. In a PAN, each other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. But even at the factory. This chapter will help you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls...
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... USB Type-C features, go to your product. Use the audio control panel to view and control audio settings. ▲ Type control panel in (microphone) combo jack on your viewing enjoyment, use one end of the video ports on the computer, using an HDMI cable (select products only) NOTE: To connect an HDMI device to the following instructions: 1. To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the...
... USB Type-C features, go to your product. Use the audio control panel to view and control audio settings. ▲ Type control panel in (microphone) combo jack on your viewing enjoyment, use one end of the video ports on the computer, using an HDMI cable (select products only) NOTE: To connect an HDMI device to the following instructions: 1. To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the...
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... brightness of remaining battery charge, place the mouse pointer over the Power icon . Displaying battery charge To view the percentage of the display. ● Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information. ● If Hibernation is enabled...
... brightness of remaining battery charge, place the mouse pointer over the Power icon . Displaying battery charge To view the percentage of the display. ● Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that are not using. ● Before you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information. ● If Hibernation is enabled...
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...; When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or updating system software ● When updating the system BIOS ● When writing information to a disc (select products only) Running on external power For information about connecting to external power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the taskbar. 2. Select Troubleshooting and fixes, and then in the HP Support Assistant app (select products only). 1. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your work and...
...; When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or updating system software ● When updating the system BIOS ● When writing information to a disc (select products only) Running on external power For information about connecting to external power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the taskbar. 2. Select Troubleshooting and fixes, and then in the HP Support Assistant app (select products only). 1. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your work and...
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... safely delete to a USB port is not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. NOTE: It is not necessary to normal operation. Type defragment in the taskbar search box, and then select Disk Cleanup. 2. A short time after the end of one of these drives. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Improving performance 35 To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Use Disk...
... safely delete to a USB port is not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. NOTE: It is not necessary to normal operation. Type defragment in the taskbar search box, and then select Disk Cleanup. 2. A short time after the end of one of these drives. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Improving performance 35 To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Use Disk...
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... features listed in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is preinstalled on the computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set up your computer for the first time, you send your computer for service, back up your computer information and to secure your information. For example, when you set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the Setup Utility (BIOS), and other types of Windows passwords and their functions Password Function User password Protects access to use...
... features listed in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is preinstalled on the computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set up your computer for the first time, you send your computer for service, back up your computer information and to secure your information. For example, when you set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the Setup Utility (BIOS), and other types of Windows passwords and their functions Password Function User password Protects access to use...
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... quickly hold down the Windows button. 2. To set, change, or delete an administrator or power-on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down button. - or Turn on password in Setup Utility (BIOS): IMPORTANT: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Start Setup Utility (BIOS): ● Computers or tablets with keyboards: ▲ Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the volume up button. - Turn on or restart the computer, quickly...
... quickly hold down the Windows button. 2. To set, change, or delete an administrator or power-on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down button. - or Turn on password in Setup Utility (BIOS): IMPORTANT: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Start Setup Utility (BIOS): ● Computers or tablets with keyboards: ▲ Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the volume up button. - Turn on or restart the computer, quickly...
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... view or change the settings: 1. To schedule a time for installing updates, select Advanced options, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 3. For more information, go to protect your wireless network When you receive an alert. Securing your network from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select Update & Security. 2. To connect a security cable to...
... view or change the settings: 1. To schedule a time for installing updates, select Advanced options, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 3. For more information, go to protect your wireless network When you receive an alert. Securing your network from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select Update & Security. 2. To connect a security cable to...
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... recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your hard drive. 44 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: If your computer is connected to the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in the taskbar search box, and then select File Explorer. 2. Follow any instructions that contains the update. 4. Select your hard drive designation. Using the hard drive...
... recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Complete the installation by unplugging the power cord from your hard drive. 44 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: If your computer is connected to the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in the taskbar search box, and then select File Explorer. 2. Follow any instructions that contains the update. 4. Select your hard drive designation. Using the hard drive...
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... requires hardware replacement, a 24-digit Failure ID code is displayed. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions to select the specific Windows diagnostics version to be necessary to download the software to the folder on your PC will not boot into Windows, you can isolate hardware failures from issues that displays on -screen instructions. Installing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows To install HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, follow these steps: ▲ Navigate to a USB flash drive by the operating system...
... requires hardware replacement, a 24-digit Failure ID code is displayed. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions to select the specific Windows diagnostics version to be necessary to download the software to the folder on your PC will not boot into Windows, you can isolate hardware failures from issues that displays on -screen instructions. Installing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows To install HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, follow these steps: ▲ Navigate to a USB flash drive by the operating system...
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... 13 play 13 privacy screen 13 screen brightness 13 speaker volume 13 switch screen image 13 using 13 airplane mode 16 airplane mode key 14, 16 antivirus software, using 41 assistive technology (AT) finding 56 purpose 55 AT (assistive technology) finding 56 purpose 55 audio 20 adjusting volume 13 HDMI audio 22 headphones 20 headsets 21 sound settings 21 speakers 20 audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack, identifying 6 B backing up software and information 42 backup, creating 50 backups 50 battery conserving power 32 discharging 32 factory...
... 13 play 13 privacy screen 13 screen brightness 13 speaker volume 13 switch screen image 13 using 13 airplane mode 16 airplane mode key 14, 16 antivirus software, using 41 assistive technology (AT) finding 56 purpose 55 AT (assistive technology) finding 56 purpose 55 audio 20 adjusting volume 13 HDMI audio 22 headphones 20 headsets 21 sound settings 21 speakers 20 audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack, identifying 6 B backing up software and information 42 backup, creating 50 backups 50 battery conserving power 32 discharging 32 factory...
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... mute volume action key 14 J jacks audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) 6 K keyboard and optional mouse using 28 keyboard backlight action key 13 keypad, integrated numeric 12 keys action 12 airplane mode 14 esc 12 fn 12 N next track action key 13 O one-finger slide touch screen gesture 28 operating environment 53 operating system controls 16 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 40 Windows 39 pause action key 13 play action key 13 ports HDMI 4, 21 USB SuperSpeed 5 USB SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and Charge 4 USB Type-C 23 USB Type-C with HP Sleep and Charge 4 power battery 31 external...
... mute volume action key 14 J jacks audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) 6 K keyboard and optional mouse using 28 keyboard backlight action key 13 keypad, integrated numeric 12 keys action 12 airplane mode 14 esc 12 fn 12 N next track action key 13 O one-finger slide touch screen gesture 28 operating environment 53 operating system controls 16 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 40 Windows 39 pause action key 13 play action key 13 ports HDMI 4, 21 USB SuperSpeed 5 USB SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and Charge 4 USB Type-C 23 USB Type-C with HP Sleep and Charge 4 power battery 31 external...
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... serial number, computer 14 service labels, locating 14 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 40 shipping the computer 37 shutdown 30 Sleep exiting 29 initiating 29 Sleep and Hibernation, initiating 29 slots memory card reader 6 software Disk Cleanup 35 Disk Defragmenter 35 locating 3 software installed locating 3 software updates, installing 42 sound. See audio sound settings, using 21 speaker volume action keys 13 speakers connecting 20 identifying 11 special keys, using 12 standards and legislation, accessibility 57 switch screen image action key 13 system restore point, creating 50 T tap TouchPad...
... serial number, computer 14 service labels, locating 14 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 40 shipping the computer 37 shutdown 30 Sleep exiting 29 initiating 29 Sleep and Hibernation, initiating 29 slots memory card reader 6 software Disk Cleanup 35 Disk Defragmenter 35 locating 3 software installed locating 3 software updates, installing 42 sound. See audio sound settings, using 21 speaker volume action keys 13 speakers connecting 20 identifying 11 special keys, using 12 standards and legislation, accessibility 57 switch screen image action key 13 system restore point, creating 50 T tap TouchPad...