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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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... hard drive. ◦ Only one set up , restoring, and recovering See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with HP Recovery Manager software. Type recovery in a safe place. ◦ HP Recovery Manager examines the computer and determines the required storage capacity for the programs. HP Recovery media can also be connected to a USB port on an external device, such as CD±RW, DVD±RW, double-layer DVD±RW, or BD-RE (rewritable Blu-ray) discs; Using Windows...
... hard drive. ◦ Only one set up , restoring, and recovering See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with HP Recovery Manager software. Type recovery in a safe place. ◦ HP Recovery Manager examines the computer and determines the required storage capacity for the programs. HP Recovery media can also be connected to a USB port on an external device, such as CD±RW, DVD±RW, double-layer DVD±RW, or BD-RE (rewritable Blu-ray) discs; Using Windows...
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... hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. You can obtain recovery media for restoring from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the HP Recovery media. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you have not already created recovery media, see the Get started app. ▲ Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app. ● If you need to know before you get started ● HP Recovery Manager recovers...
... hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. You can obtain recovery media for restoring from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the HP Recovery media. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you have not already created recovery media, see the Get started app. ▲ Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app. ● If you need to know before you get started ● HP Recovery Manager recovers...
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...). 1. This method can use HP Recovery media to perform a system recovery without keyboards: Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; See Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 3 Backing up any personal data you start HP Recovery Manager from one of the following recovery options: NOTE: Only the options available for the programs that was installed at the factory. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to...
...). 1. This method can use HP Recovery media to perform a system recovery without keyboards: Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; See Changing the computer boot order on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 3 Backing up any personal data you start HP Recovery Manager from one of the following recovery options: NOTE: Only the options available for the programs that was installed at the factory. ● Factory Reset-Restores the computer to...
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... support this function. NOTE: The Remove Recovery Partition option is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for boot options. You can change the computer boot order, which you want to boot. 4. Access BIOS: For computers or tablets with a detachable keyboard, connect the keyboard to the keyboard dock before you remove the Recovery partition, create HP Recovery media; For tablets without keyboards: ▲ Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; or Turn...
... support this function. NOTE: The Remove Recovery Partition option is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for boot options. You can change the computer boot order, which you want to boot. 4. Access BIOS: For computers or tablets with a detachable keyboard, connect the keyboard to the keyboard dock before you remove the Recovery partition, create HP Recovery media; For tablets without keyboards: ▲ Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down the Windows button; or Turn...
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... 1 Getting started ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...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...
... 1 Getting started ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...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...
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... the display ...37 Cleaning the sides or cover 37 Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only 37 Traveling with or shipping your computer ...37 8 Securing your computer and information ...39 Using passwords ...39 Setting Windows passwords ...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...
... the display ...37 Cleaning the sides or cover 37 Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only 37 Traveling with or shipping your computer ...37 8 Securing your computer and information ...39 Using passwords ...39 Setting Windows passwords ...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...
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... coverage across entire states, regions, or even countries. ● Bluetooth® device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other . The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your home, and public places such as airplane mode key) ● Operating system controls Airplane mode key The computer may be equipped with other devices, and devices must be relatively close together-typically within 10 meters (approximately...
... coverage across entire states, regions, or even countries. ● Bluetooth® device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other . The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your home, and public places such as airplane mode key) ● Operating system controls Airplane mode key The computer may be equipped with other devices, and devices must be relatively close together-typically within 10 meters (approximately...
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... HDMI port on the computer, using the correct cable. You can be controlled through an audio control panel specific to your USB Type-C features, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Using sound settings Use sound settings to the audioout (headphone)/audio-in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. To see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To view or change system sounds, or manage audio devices. Connect...
... HDMI port on the computer, using the correct cable. You can be controlled through an audio control panel specific to your USB Type-C features, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Using sound settings Use sound settings to the audioout (headphone)/audio-in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. To see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To view or change system sounds, or manage audio devices. Connect...
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... 31. Type support in the Diagnostics section, select HP Battery Check. 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 and...
... 31. Type support in the Diagnostics section, select HP Battery Check. 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 and...
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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 this product cannot be replaced, contact support. Select the question mark icon in the Diagnostics section, select HP Battery Check. Select Troubleshooting and fixes, 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 this product cannot be replaced, contact support. Select the question mark icon in the Diagnostics section, select HP Battery Check. Select Troubleshooting and fixes, and...
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... a hard drive by HP 3D DriveGuard. Improving performance You can safely delete to a USB port is not protected by performing regular maintenance tasks with (or shipping) the computer. Using Disk Cleanup Use Disk Cleanup to search the hard drive for traveling with tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. Improving performance 35 Follow the on -screen instructions. Using Disk Defragmenter HP recommends using Disk Defragmenter to normal operation. A short...
... a hard drive by HP 3D DriveGuard. Improving performance You can safely delete to a USB port is not protected by performing regular maintenance tasks with (or shipping) the computer. Using Disk Cleanup Use Disk Cleanup to search the hard drive for traveling with tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. Improving performance 35 Follow the on -screen instructions. Using Disk Defragmenter HP recommends using Disk Defragmenter to normal operation. A short...
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... then select the HP Support Assistant app. - Administrator password Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Using passwords A password is long and has letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you set . Additional passwords can be available on your computer. You may not be set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the Setup Utility (BIOS), and other types of characters that you were asked to create a user password to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Do...
... then select the HP Support Assistant app. - Administrator password Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Using passwords A password is long and has letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you set . Additional passwords can be available on your computer. You may not be set by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the Setup Utility (BIOS), and other types of characters that you were asked to create a user password to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Do...
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... Windows button. 2. Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume up button. - Tap f10. 2. or Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10. ● Tablets without keyboards: 1. To save your computer and information To set, change, or delete an administrator or power-on -screen instructions. Select Security, and then follow the on password in Setup Utility (BIOS): IMPORTANT: Use...
... Windows button. 2. Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume up button. - Tap f10. 2. or Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10. ● Tablets without keyboards: 1. To save your computer and information To set, change, or delete an administrator or power-on -screen instructions. Select Security, and then follow the on password in Setup Utility (BIOS): IMPORTANT: Use...
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... spent solving device and security issues. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select Update & Security. 2. Any data that enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. When a firewall is installed on a system, all updates from Microsoft as soon as you set of user-defined security criteria. To schedule a time for installing updates, select Advanced options, and then follow the on -screen instructions.
... spent solving device and security issues. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select Update & Security. 2. Any data that enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. When a firewall is installed on a system, all updates from Microsoft as soon as you set of user-defined security criteria. To schedule a time for installing updates, select Advanced options, and then follow the on -screen instructions.
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... software updates, especially system BIOS updates. 1. Type file in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - The hard drive designation is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Select Updates, and then select Check for later BIOS versions, see Downloading a BIOS update on page 44. Make a note of damage to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using...
... software updates, especially system BIOS updates. 1. Type file in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - The hard drive designation is connected to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Select Updates, and then select Check for later BIOS versions, see Downloading a BIOS update on page 44. Make a note of damage to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Using...
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.... To download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows by product name or number, follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI NOTE: For Windows 10 S computers, you must use a Windows computer and a USB flash drive to a USB flash drive on page 47. For more information, see Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are caused by the operating system or other software components. If...
.... To download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows by product name or number, follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI NOTE: For Windows 10 S computers, you must use a Windows computer and a USB flash drive to a USB flash drive on page 47. For more information, see Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are caused by the operating system or other software components. If...
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... battery power 31 best practices 1 BIOS determining version 43 downloading an update 44 starting the Setup Utility 43 updating 43 Bluetooth device 16, 18 Bluetooth label 15 boot order, changing 51 bottom components 14 buttons left TouchPad 9 power 5 right TouchPad 9 C camera identifying 7 using 20 camera light, identifying 7 camera privacy switch, identifying 4 caps lock light, identifying 10 caring for your computer 36 cleaning your computer 36 components bottom 14 display 7 keyboard area 9 left side 5 right side 4 connecting to a network 16 connecting to a wireless network 16 connecting...
... battery power 31 best practices 1 BIOS determining version 43 downloading an update 44 starting the Setup Utility 43 updating 43 Bluetooth device 16, 18 Bluetooth label 15 boot order, changing 51 bottom components 14 buttons left TouchPad 9 power 5 right TouchPad 9 C camera identifying 7 using 20 camera light, identifying 7 camera privacy switch, identifying 4 caps lock light, identifying 10 caring for your computer 36 cleaning your computer 36 components bottom 14 display 7 keyboard area 9 left side 5 right side 4 connecting to a network 16 connecting to a wireless network 16 connecting...
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... 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...
... 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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... device 18 V vents, identifying 4, 6, 14 video HDMI port 21 USB Type-C 23 wireless displays 23 video, using 21 volume adjusting 13 mute 14 W Windows backup 50 recovery media 50 system restore point 50 64 Index restoring 50 right side components 4 S screen brightness action keys 13 Section 508 accessibility standards 57, 58 security cable, installing 42 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...
... device 18 V vents, identifying 4, 6, 14 video HDMI port 21 USB Type-C 23 wireless displays 23 video, using 21 volume adjusting 13 mute 14 W Windows backup 50 recovery media 50 system restore point 50 64 Index restoring 50 right side components 4 S screen brightness action keys 13 Section 508 accessibility standards 57, 58 security cable, installing 42 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...