User Guide
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1 WelcomeAfter you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your smart investment:●TIP: To quickly re
Finding informationTo locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.Resource ContentsSetup Instructions●
2 ComponentsLocating hardwareTo nd out what hardware is installed on your computer:▲Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select th
RightComponent Description(1) Battery light When AC power is connected:●White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.●Amber: The battery cha
LeftComponent Description Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a hea
DisplayComponent Description(1) WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs).(2) Internal
TopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad on/o button Turns the TouchPad on and o.(2) TouchPad zone Reads your nger gestures to move the poi
LightsComponent Description(1) Power light ●On: The computer is on.●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The computer s
Component Description●O: The TouchPad is on.(8) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters.Top 9
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ButtonComponent DescriptionPower button●When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the computer.●When the computer is on, press the button b
Action keysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information.(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combi
Icon DescriptionDecreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
BottomComponent DescriptionSpeakers (2) Produce sound.Bottom 13
LabelsThe labels aixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the comp
3 Network connectionsYour computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and access information from millio
Connecting to a WLANNOTE: When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP).
For information about HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network operator, see the HP Mobile Broadband informatio
2. Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or router.NOTE: If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (3),
To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps:1. Plug the modem cable into the modem
Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on
4 Screen navigationYou can navigate the computer screen in the following ways:●Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen (select products onl
Two-nger pinch zoomUse the two-nger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text.●Zoom out by placing two ngers apart on the TouchPad zone or tou
Four-nger tap (TouchPad only)Use the four-nger tap to open the action center.●Tap four ngers on the Touchpad to open the action center and view cur
5 Entertainment featuresUse your HP computer for business or pleasure to meet with others via the webcam, mix audio and video, or connect external dev
To view or change sound settings:▲Type control panel in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound
To connect to Intel WiDi certied displays:▲Type project in the taskbar search box, and then click Project to a second screen. Click Connect to a wire
6 Power managementNOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power button is used throughout this guide to mean both types o
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not ini
●To view the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, place the mouse pointer over the power meter icon .●To use Power Opti
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.2. Select My PC, select the Diagnostics and Tools tab, and then select HP Battery Check. If HP Battery Che
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Identifying low battery levelsWhen a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following beh
Using external AC powerWARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provid
7 SecurityProtecting the computerStandard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Computer Setup utility (BIOS)
Using passwordsA password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several types of passwords can be set, dependi
Setting passwords in Computer SetupPassword FunctionBIOS administrator password* Protects access to Computer Setup.NOTE: If features have been enabled
▲Turn on or restart the computer, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer Setup.●Tablets without keyboards:▲Turn o the tablet. Pres
Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password (select products only)CAUTION: To prevent a DriveLock-protected hard drive from becoming permanently unus
Enabling DriveLock (select products only)For select products, you may need to follow these instructions to enable DriveLock.1. Start Computer Setup.●C
Entering a DriveLock password (select products only)Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the computer (not into an optional docking device or
6. Read the warning. To continue, select YES.7. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, select the Save icon and then follow the on-screen instr
Processor conguration setting (select products only)IMPORTANT: Select computer products are congured with an Intel® Pentium® N35xx/N37xx series or a
When a rewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with a set of user-dened security criteria. A
Using a ngerprint reader (select products only)Integrated ngerprint readers are available on select products. In order to use the ngerprint reader,
8 MaintenanceIt is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition. This chapter explains how to use tools like Di
NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSDs) lack moving parts, HP 3D DriveGuard is unnecessary for these drives.For more information, see the HP 3D DriveG
WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean your computer while it is on.1. Turn o the computer.2. Disconnect
●If you plan to use the computer during a ight, listen for the in-ight announcement that tells you when you are allowed to use your computer. In-ig
9 Backup and recoveryThis chapter provides information about the following processes. The information in the chapter is standard procedure for most pr
You can use Windows tools to create system restore points and create backups of personal information, see Using Windows tools on page 47.●If your comp
Restore and recoveryThere are several options for recovering your system. Choose the method that best matches your situation and level of expertise:IM
website. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions.IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not
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Changing the computer boot orderIf your computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order, which is the order o
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only)HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard d
10 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure StartUsing Computer SetupComputer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication betwee
To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods:●To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes:Select the Exit icon in th
Updating the BIOSUpdated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website.Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed les c
NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS upda
Using HP Sure Start (select products only)Select computer models are congured with HP Sure Start, a technology that continuously monitors the compute
11 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unied Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run diagnosti
3. Use the categories listed to nd your product.– or –Click Find Now to let HP automatically detect your product.4. Select your computer, and then se
12 SpecicationsInput powerThe power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer.The computer o
Table of contents1 Welcome ...
13 Electrostatic DischargeElectrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you r
14 AccessibilityHP designs, produces, and markets products and services that can be used by everyone, including people with disabilities, either on a
IndexAaccessibility 61action keysanswers an incoming call 11declines an incoming call 11ends the current call 11initiates a call 11microphone mute 11o
integrated webcam infrared (IR) light, identifying 6internal microphones, identifying 6IR camera, identifying 6Jjacksaudio-out (headphone)/audio-in (m
three-nger swipe TouchPad gesture 22touch screen gesturesone-nger slide 22TouchPadusing 20TouchPad and touch screen gesturestap 20two-nger pinch zo
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