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... 1 Getting started...1 Best practices ...1 Caring for your safety and comfort ...1 Advantages of flicker-free technology (select products only 2 Adjusting low blue light mode (select products only 2 Restoring monitor brightness to factory default (select products only 3 Getting information ...3 2 Getting to know your computer...5 Locating hardware ...5 Locating software...5 Setting up your computer...5 Identifying USB ports...6 Shutting down (turning off) the computer...8 3 Connecting to a network ...9 Connecting to a wireless network ...9 Using the wireless controls ...9 Airplane mode key...
... 1 Getting started...1 Best practices ...1 Caring for your safety and comfort ...1 Advantages of flicker-free technology (select products only 2 Adjusting low blue light mode (select products only 2 Restoring monitor brightness to factory default (select products only 3 Getting information ...3 2 Getting to know your computer...5 Locating hardware ...5 Locating software...5 Setting up your computer...5 Identifying USB ports...6 Shutting down (turning off) the computer...8 3 Connecting to a network ...9 Connecting to a wireless network ...9 Using the wireless controls ...9 Airplane mode key...
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Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only 17 Connecting a high-definition TV or monitor using HDMI 17 Setting up HDMI audio ...18 Turn on HDMI audio ...18 Return audio to computer speakers...18 Connecting digital display devices using a Dual-Mode DisplayPort cable (select products only 19 Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only 20 Using data transfer ...20 Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only 20 5 Navigating the screen ...21 Using touch gestures (select products only)...21 Using the...
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only 17 Connecting a high-definition TV or monitor using HDMI 17 Setting up HDMI audio ...18 Turn on HDMI audio ...18 Return audio to computer speakers...18 Connecting digital display devices using a Dual-Mode DisplayPort cable (select products only 19 Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only 20 Using data transfer ...20 Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only 20 5 Navigating the screen ...21 Using touch gestures (select products only)...21 Using the...
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... hardware and software issues See Troubleshooting on the web at the factory. WARNING! To reduce the risk of your computer ● Connect to a TV (select products only) Restoring monitor brightness to http://www.hp.com/support. ● Upgrade or replace components of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide, located on page 31. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model To access the latest user guides...
... hardware and software issues See Troubleshooting on the web at the factory. WARNING! To reduce the risk of your computer ● Connect to a TV (select products only) Restoring monitor brightness to http://www.hp.com/support. ● Upgrade or replace components of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide, located on page 31. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model To access the latest user guides...
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... - Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing display output. Connects a DisplayPort device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort™ output. NOTE: Use a standard USB Type-C charging cable or cable adapter (purchased separately) when charging a small external device. and - Description Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and (for select products) charges small devices (such as a smartphone) when the computer is on or in Sleep mode. or - USB Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Connects a USB device...
... - Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing display output. Connects a DisplayPort device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort™ output. NOTE: Use a standard USB Type-C charging cable or cable adapter (purchased separately) when charging a small external device. and - Description Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and (for select products) charges small devices (such as a smartphone) when the computer is on or in Sleep mode. or - USB Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Connects a USB device...
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... or two wireless lights. Operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you get connected to that world. or - The wireless light indicates the overall power state of individual devices. In a PAN, each other. This chapter helps you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select Open Network & Internet settings. - Mobile network operators install base...
... or two wireless lights. Operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you get connected to that world. or - The wireless light indicates the overall power state of individual devices. In a PAN, each other. This chapter helps you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select Open Network & Internet settings. - Mobile network operators install base...
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... select Open Network & Internet settings. ‒ or - Select Set up internet access in support for Wi-Fi hotspots. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of a wireless router or access point. The number might be printed on a label located on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or...
... select Open Network & Internet settings. ‒ or - Select Set up internet access in support for Wi-Fi hotspots. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of a wireless router or access point. The number might be printed on a label located on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or...
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... the list, and then follow the on-screen instructions to GPS-equipped systems. To enable GPS, be sure that traditionally link electronic devices. ● Computers (desktop, notebook) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smartphone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse ● External keyboard Connecting Bluetooth devices Before you can use of a subscriber identity module (SIM) card. Some devices might provide it separately from the available options. Using...
... the list, and then follow the on-screen instructions to GPS-equipped systems. To enable GPS, be sure that traditionally link electronic devices. ● Computers (desktop, notebook) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smartphone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse ● External keyboard Connecting Bluetooth devices Before you can use of a subscriber identity module (SIM) card. Some devices might provide it separately from the available options. Using...
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... external audio devices such as an entertainment hub to video chat, record video, and record still images. Connecting headphones You can download and listen to music, stream audio content (including radio) from the list of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on select products) or attach an external optical drive to connect with others for details about using Windows Hello. Cameras might be front facing, rear...
... external audio devices such as an entertainment hub to video chat, record video, and record still images. Connecting headphones You can download and listen to music, stream audio content (including radio) from the list of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on select products) or attach an external optical drive to connect with others for details about using Windows Hello. Cameras might be front facing, rear...
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Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. Connecting a DisplayPort device using your USB Type-C features, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to the USB SuperSpeed port and DisplayPort connector on the computer. 2. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Press the Windows key + p to cycle through one end of the USB Type-C cable to find your product. Each time you choose the Extend option, increase the screen resolution...
Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. Connecting a DisplayPort device using your USB Type-C features, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to the USB SuperSpeed port and DisplayPort connector on the computer. 2. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Press the Windows key + p to cycle through one end of the USB Type-C cable to find your product. Each time you choose the Extend option, increase the screen resolution...
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... and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on the computer. 2. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. NOTE: For best results, especially if you press the Windows key + p, the display state changes. Connecting video devices by using a USB Type-C cable (select products only) To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to the computer's VGA port. NOTE: To connect a USB Type-C Thunderbolt device to...
... and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on the computer. 2. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. NOTE: For best results, especially if you press the Windows key + p, the display state changes. Connecting video devices by using a USB Type-C cable (select products only) To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to the computer's VGA port. NOTE: To connect a USB Type-C Thunderbolt device to...
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... search box, and then select Control Panel. NOTE: Depending on the keyboard to the previous screen. 5 Navigating the screen You can quickly access information or perform functions by using certain keys and key combinations. ● Action keys perform an assigned function. Using touch gestures (select products only) You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse.
... search box, and then select Control Panel. NOTE: Depending on the keyboard to the previous screen. 5 Navigating the screen You can quickly access information or perform functions by using certain keys and key combinations. ● Action keys perform an assigned function. Using touch gestures (select products only) You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse.
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... the key. Mutes or restores speaker sound. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this feature. Turns the keyboard backlight off or on or off after 30 seconds of the keyboard backlight. To conserve battery power, turn off . Turns the airplane mode and wireless feature on . Switches the screen image between display devices connected to get help in Windows" webpage. On select products, you turn the keyboard backlight...
... the key. Mutes or restores speaker sound. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this feature. Turns the keyboard backlight off or on or off after 30 seconds of the keyboard backlight. To conserve battery power, turn off . Turns the airplane mode and wireless feature on . Switches the screen image between display devices connected to get help in Windows" webpage. On select products, you turn the keyboard backlight...
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... Updates. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on -screen instructions. Select Start, and then select Microsoft Store. 2. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type windows update settings in the search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or - Updates can use the following methods to your operating system, you can resolve issues and bring new features and options to update programs and drivers: ● Updating...
... Updates. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on -screen instructions. Select Start, and then select Microsoft Store. 2. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type windows update settings in the search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or - Updates can use the following methods to your operating system, you can resolve issues and bring new features and options to update programs and drivers: ● Updating...
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...; Restore your internet connection type. If your ISP for assistance. Follow the on again. ● Update the drivers. Your computer might damage the network adapter. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up a new connection or network to connect again later, or contact your system has an external antenna, try these methods: Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely, and then turn it on -screen instructions. Try to open...
...; Restore your internet connection type. If your ISP for assistance. Follow the on again. ● Update the drivers. Your computer might damage the network adapter. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up a new connection or network to connect again later, or contact your system has an external antenna, try these methods: Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely, and then turn it on -screen instructions. Try to open...
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... by software that you want to a previous restore point. Updating device drivers 5. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type msconfig in use System Restore to return the computer to update or roll back (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. If prompted, select Restart to load at startup, restart the computer and reverse these steps. NOTE: If you have installed on -screen instructions. Disable nonessential graphics capabilities...
... by software that you want to a previous restore point. Updating device drivers 5. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type msconfig in use System Restore to return the computer to update or roll back (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. If prompted, select Restart to load at startup, restart the computer and reverse these steps. NOTE: If you have installed on -screen instructions. Disable nonessential graphics capabilities...
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... the Start menu. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type support in the taskbar. 38 Chapter 9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics If HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is running properly. Accessing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows from HP Support Assistant After HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is installed, you can access it from HP Support Assistant. 1. or - For interactive tests, such as keyboard, mouse, or audio and video palette, you must download and install it. or - ● Scan the QR code with your failure code and send it to support. To download HP PC Hardware...
... the Start menu. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type support in the taskbar. 38 Chapter 9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics If HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is running properly. Accessing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows from HP Support Assistant After HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is installed, you can access it from HP Support Assistant. 1. or - For interactive tests, such as keyboard, mouse, or audio and video palette, you must download and install it. or - ● Scan the QR code with your failure code and send it to support. To download HP PC Hardware...
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... external USB drive or using Windows Backup locally with a detachable keyboard, connect the tablet to back up your system You have . IMPORTANT: Windows is disabled by default. Backing up information and creating recovery media These methods of creating recovery media and backups are available on a tablet, the tablet battery must be performing recovery procedures on select products only. 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering You can use the HP recovery discs...
... external USB drive or using Windows Backup locally with a detachable keyboard, connect the tablet to back up your system You have . IMPORTANT: Windows is disabled by default. Backing up information and creating recovery media These methods of creating recovery media and backups are available on a tablet, the tablet battery must be performing recovery procedures on select products only. 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering You can use the HP recovery discs...
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- HP service center locations ● For help online, go to upgrade your system. If you have any of your hardware, do it on, immediately contact HP support using the procedures given earlier in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support. After the security seal has been broken, your new computer. For instructions on setting up your computer is then, to the extent allowed by local...
- HP service center locations ● For help online, go to upgrade your system. If you have any of your hardware, do it on, immediately contact HP support using the procedures given earlier in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support. After the security seal has been broken, your new computer. For instructions on setting up your computer is then, to the extent allowed by local...
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..., 39 downloading 39 failure ID code 38 installing 40 using 38 HP Recovery media recovery 45 HP Sure Recover 46 I IMEI number 10 International Association of Accessibility Professionals 50 K keyboard backlight action key 21 keys airplane mode 21 L locating information hardware 5 software 5 low blue light mode, adjusting 2 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 updating programs and drivers 24 MEID number 10 microphone, connecting 14 Miracast 20 mobile broadband activating 10 IMEI number 10 MEID number 10 monitor brightness default, restoring 3 N navigating the screen 21 O operating...
..., 39 downloading 39 failure ID code 38 installing 40 using 38 HP Recovery media recovery 45 HP Sure Recover 46 I IMEI number 10 International Association of Accessibility Professionals 50 K keyboard backlight action key 21 keys airplane mode 21 L locating information hardware 5 software 5 low blue light mode, adjusting 2 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 updating programs and drivers 24 MEID number 10 microphone, connecting 14 Miracast 20 mobile broadband activating 10 IMEI number 10 MEID number 10 monitor brightness default, restoring 3 N navigating the screen 21 O operating...
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... Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge 7 VGA 16 ports, identifying 6 public WLAN connection 10 R recovery 44 discs 45 media 45 USB flash drive 45 recovery media 44 creating using HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool 44 creating using Windows tools 44 Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings customizing 42 using 42 resources, accessibility 52 restoring 44 restoring and recovery methods 45 S screen navigating 21 Section 508 accessibility standards 51 security features 29 shipping the computer 27 shutdown 8 software Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 sound See audio sound settings...
... Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge 7 VGA 16 ports, identifying 6 public WLAN connection 10 R recovery 44 discs 45 media 45 USB flash drive 45 recovery media 44 creating using HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool 44 creating using Windows tools 44 Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings customizing 42 using 42 resources, accessibility 52 restoring 44 restoring and recovery methods 45 S screen navigating 21 Section 508 accessibility standards 51 security features 29 shipping the computer 27 shutdown 8 software Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 sound See audio sound settings...