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  • Page 1 HP Notebook (AMD) HP 245 G4 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 2 HP Inc. under license. bound by the terms of the HP End User License Not all features are available in all editions of Intel, Celeron, Centrino, and Pentium are Agreement (EULA).
  • Page 3 Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
  • Page 4 Safety warning notice...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Product description ............................1 2 External component identification ........................5 Display ..................................5 Right side ................................6 Left side ................................. 8 Top ..................................10 TouchPad ............................10 Lights ..............................11 Buttons .............................. 12 Keys ..............................13 Bottom .................................
  • Page 6 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts ........... 33 Component replacement procedures ........................33 Bottom cover ............................. 34 Hard drive ............................37 eMMC drive ............................39 WLAN module ............................ 41 Memory module ..........................43 RTC battery ............................44 USB board ............................
  • Page 7 Restoring specific files ........................80 Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore ......... 80 Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager ............80 What you need to know ....................80 Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only) ........81 Recovering using the recovery media ................
  • Page 8 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......... 93 13 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ..................... 95 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ..............96 14 Specifications ............................97 Computer specifications ............................97 35.6-cm (14.0-in) display specifications ......................98 Hard drive specifications .............................

  • Page 9: Product Description

    Category Description Product name HP Notebook HP 245 G4 Notebook PC Processors AMD Quad-Core A-Series Accelerated Processor AMD A8-7410 (2.2-GHz, SC turbo up to 2.5 GHz, 2-MB L2 cache, 1600-MHz, quad, 15W) AMD A6-6310 (1.8-GHz, SC turbo up to 2.4 GHz, 2-MB L2 cache, 1600-MHz, quad, 15W) AMD Quad-Core A-Series Processor AMD A6-5200 processor (2.0-GHz, 2-MB L2 cache, 1600-MHz, quad, 25W)
  • Page 10 Supports M-disc Supports configuration without optical drive Webcam/microphone HP TrueVision HD: HD camera - Fixed (no tilt) + activity LED, USB 2.0, M-JPEG, 1280 x 720 by 30 frames per second HP Webcam– 640 x 480 by 24 frames per second...
  • Page 11 Category Description USB 2.0 (2 ports; 1 left side, 1 right side) AC Smart Pin adapter plug Headphone/line in jack Microphone input jack Keyboard/pointing Full-size "island style" keyboard devices TouchPad with multi-touch gestures, 2-finger scrolling, and pinch-zoom enabled Taps enabled by default Support Windows 8 Modern Trackpad Gestures Power requirements AC adapters:...
  • Page 12 Chapter 1 Product description...

  • Page 13: External Component Identification

    External component identification Display NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer.

  • Page 14: Right Side

    From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. To access this document in Windows 10: Select Start, select All apps, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. Right side...
  • Page 15 NOTE: For disc compatibility information, go to the Help and Support web page. Follow the web page instructions to select your computer model. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Optical drive eject button Releases the disc tray. Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

  • Page 16: Left Side

    Left side Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter. ● AC adapter/battery light White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the battery has reached a low battery level. ●...
  • Page 17 For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this document: Windows 8.1: From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

  • Page 18: Top

    TouchPad Component Description TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Chapter 2 External component identification...

  • Page 19: Lights

    Lights Component Description Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters. ● Mute light Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on.

  • Page 20: Buttons

    Buttons Component Description ● Power button When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep.

  • Page 21: Keys

    Component Description ▲ Type power in the taskbar search box, and then select Power and sleep settings. ‒ or – Right-click the Start button, and then select Power Options. Keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key.

  • Page 22: Bottom

    Bottom Component Description Battery lock Locks the battery in the battery bay. Battery bay Holds the battery. Battery release latch Releases the battery. Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage, share or access information. To insert a card: Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the computer.

  • Page 23: Labels

    Component Description ▲ Press in on the card, and then remove it from the slot. Speakers (2) Produce sound. Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ●...
  • Page 24 Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity label (select models only prior to Windows 8)—Contains the Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. HP platforms with Windows 8 or Windows 8.x preinstalled do not have the physical label. Instead a Digital Product Key is electronically installed.

  • Page 25: Illustrated Parts Catalog

    Illustrated parts catalog Computer major components NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Computer major components...
  • Page 26 For a list of country code suffixes for the top cover/keyboard spare part numbers listed below, Bottom cover on page For use in all black models (HP Notebook and HP 245 G4 Notebook) 813513-xxx For use in turbo silver HP Notebook models...
  • Page 27 AMD A8-7410 processor 814510-001, -501 For use in HP 245 G4 Notebook models: All HP 245 G4 Notebook model system boards use the following part numbers: xxxxxx-001: Without the Windows 8.1 operating system xxxxxx-501: Windows 8.1 Standard xxxxxx-601: Windows 8.1 Professional UMA graphics memory ●...
  • Page 28 Item Component Spare part number 500-GB, 7200-rpm, 7-mm 703267-001 500-GB, 5400-rpm, 7-mm 778186-001 eMMC Drive Kit, 32 GB (HP Notebook models only), includes: 822381-001 (16) Drive bracket (17) eMMC drive (18) Speakers (left and right; includes tape) 813524-001 (19) Base enclosure For use in HP Notebook models: ●...

  • Page 29: Miscellaneous Parts

    Miscellaneous parts Component Spare part number HP Smart AC adapter: 65-W non-PFC EM (for use in the People’s Republic of China and India only) 714657-001 65-W, non-PFC, 4.5 mm 710412-001 45-W non-PFC, non-slim (for use in all countries and regions except for the People’s Republic of China...

  • Page 30: Display Assembly Subcomponents

    For use in HP 245 G4 Notebook models 815227-001 Raw display panel (35.6-cm [14.0-in], HD, WLED, BrightView; includes insulator screws) For use in HP Notebook models without a touch screen 813518-001 For use in HP Notebook models with a touch screen...
  • Page 31 For use in HP Notebook models: ● Black models 813497-001 ● Turbo silver models 813495-001 ● Red models 813493-001 ● White silver models 813487-001 ● Blue models 813489-001 ● Purple models 813491-001 For use in HP 245 G4 Notebook models 814808-001 Display assembly subcomponents...

  • Page 32: Mass Storage Devices

    778186-001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes bracket and cable) 813510-001 (3a) Hard drive connector (3b) Hard drive bracket eMMC Drive Kit, 32 GB (HP Notebook models only), includes: 822381-001 (4a) eMMC drive (4b) Drive bracket Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog...

  • Page 33: Removal And Replacement Procedures Preliminary Requirements

    Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Magnetic screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.

  • Page 34: Drive Handling

    Drive handling CAUTION: Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

  • Page 35: Packaging And Transporting Guidelines

    Typical electrostatic voltage levels Relative humidity Event Walking across carpet 35,000 V 15,000 V 7,500 V Walking across vinyl floor 12,000 V 5,000 V 3,000 V Motions of bench worker 6,000 V 800 V 400 V Removing DIPS from plastic tube 2,000 V 700 V 400 V...
  • Page 36 Equipment guidelines Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation. ● When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times.

  • Page 37: Removal And Replacement Procedures For Customer Self-Repair Parts

    Self-Repair is supported in your location. NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 38: Battery

    Battery Description Spare part number 4-cell, 41-Whr, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery 807957-001 3-cell, 31-Whr, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery 807956-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

  • Page 39: Optical Drive

    Spare part number DVD+/-RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive for use in HP Notebook models (includes bracket and bezel) 813514-001 DVD+/-RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive for use in HP 245 G4 Notebook models (includes bracket and 818147-001 bezel) Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
  • Page 40 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts...

  • Page 41: Removal And Replacement Procedures For Authorized Service Provider Parts

    Accessing these parts can damage the computer or void the warranty. NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 42: Bottom Cover

    Spare part number Top cover with keyboard for use in all black models 813513-xxx Top cover with keyboard for use in turbo silver HP Notebook models 813915-xxx Top cover with keyboard for use in white silver HP Notebook models 813911-xxx...
  • Page 43 Remove the 4 Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws (3) from the rear corners of the computer. Remove the 11 Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws that secure the bottom cover to the computer. Start prying near the optical drive bay (1) and work around to the back (2) and side (3) to separate the bottom cover from computer (1).
  • Page 44 Remove the bottom cover (4). Reverse this procedure to install the bottom cover. Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts...

  • Page 45: Hard Drive

    Hard drive NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket. Description Spare part number 1-TB, 5400-rpm, 2.5-in 778192-001 750 GB, 5400 rpm, 2.5 in 778190-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm, 7-mm 703267-001 500-GB, 5400-rpm, 7-mm 778186-001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes bracket and cable) 813510-001 Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
  • Page 46 To disassemble the hard drive, pull the connector away from the drive to remove it (1). Flex the bracket to remove it from the hard drive (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive. Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts...

  • Page 47: Emmc Drive

    eMMC drive Description Spare part number eMMC drive, 32-MB (includes bracket) 822381-001 Before removing the eMMC drive, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 48 Remove the bracket by lifting it (1) to release the adhesive (2) that secures the bracket to the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the eMMC drive. Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts...

  • Page 49: Wlan Module

    792610-005 Realtek RTL8188EE 802.11b/g/n 1x1 Wi-Fi Adapter 792609-005 For use in HP 245 G4 Notebook models: Realtek RTL8723BE 802.11b/g/n 1x1 Wi-Fi + BT4.0 Combo Adapter 792610-005 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 802.11 ac 1×1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter...
  • Page 50 Remove the WLAN module by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle (3). NOTE: If the WLAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WLAN module, the protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following illustration. Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.

  • Page 51: Memory Module

    Memory module Description Spare part number 8-GB (DDR3L-1600) 693374-005 4-GB (DDR3L-1600) 691740-005 2-GB (DDR3L-1600) 691739-005 Before removing a memory module, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

  • Page 52: Rtc Battery

    RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 718440-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

  • Page 53: Usb Board

    USB board Description Spare part number USB board (includes cable) 813515-001 Before removing the USB board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

  • Page 54: Speakers

    Speakers Description Spare part number Speakers (left and right; includes tape) 813524-001 Before removing the speakers, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 55 Remove the cable from the routing path (1), and then lift up and remove the speakers from the computer (2). NOTE: The speakers are not secured with screws. Reverse this procedure to install the speakers. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 56: Power Button Board

    Power button board Description Spare part number Power button board (includes cable) 813516-001 Before removing the power button board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
  • Page 57 Press the tab that secures the board to the computer (1), and then remove the power button board and cable from the computer (2). Reverse this procedure to install the power button board and cable. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 58: Heat Sink Assembly

    Heat sink assembly NOTE: The heat sink assembly spare part kit includes replacement thermal materials. Description Spare part number Heat sink for use in models with discrete graphics memory 813508-001 Heat sink for use in models with UMA graphics memory 813507-001 NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least 7.6 cm (3.0 in) of clearance on the left side of the...
  • Page 59 ● UMA graphics: Thermal material locations: ● Discrete graphics: Thermal paste is used on the processor and associated heat sink area (1)(2), as well as the graphics chip and associated heat sink area (3)(4). Component replacement procedures...
  • Page 60 ● UMA graphics: Thermal paste is used on the heat sink (1) and the processor (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the heat sink assembly. Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts...

  • Page 61: Fan

    Description Spare part number 813506-001 NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least 7.6 cm (3.0 in) of clearance on the left side of the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature sensor and is designed to turn on automatically when high temperature conditions exist.

  • Page 62: System Board

    ● AMD A8-7410 processor 814510-001, -501 For use in HP 245 G4 models: All system boards use the following part numbers: xxxxxx-001: Windows 7 or non-Windows operating systems xxxxxx-501: Windows 8.1 Standard operating system xxxxxx-601: Windows 8.1 Professional or Windows 10 operating system UMA graphics memory ●...
  • Page 63 Description Spare part number ● AMD A6-6310 processor 814508-001, -501, 601 ● AMD E1-6015 processor 814506-001, -501, 601 Before removing the system board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
  • Page 64 Remove the tape that secures the cables to the computer (6), and then remove the cables from their remaining routing paths. Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts...
  • Page 65 Position the computer upright, and then disconnect the following cables from the system board: (1): Keyboard cable (2): Power connector cable (3): Power button board cable (4): Speaker cable (5): Touchpad button board cable (6): USB board cable Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×3.5 screws (1) that secure the system board to the computer. Component replacement procedures...
  • Page 66 Lift the system board out of the computer (2). Reverse this procedure to install the system board. Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts...

  • Page 67: Touchpad Button Board

    TouchPad button board Description Spare part number TouchPad button board (includes bracket) 813517-001 Before removing the TouchPad button board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

  • Page 68: Display Assembly

    813487-001 Turbo silver models 813495-001 Blue models 813489-001 Purple models 813491-001 Display enclosure for use in HP 245 G4 Notebook models (includes insulator screws) 814808-001 Hinges (left and right) (includes insulator screws) 813511-001 Webcam/microphone module (includes insulator screws) 813525-001 813527-001 Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
  • Page 69 Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on page 31), if installed. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 34). To remove the display assembly: Remove the three Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (2), two Phillips broadhead PM2.0×2.0 screws (2) (on the right hinge), and one Phillips PM2.5×3.5 screw (3) (on the left hinge) that secures the display assembly to the computer.
  • Page 70 Flex the inside of the bottom edge (1), the left and right edges (2), and the top edge (3) of the display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure. Remove the display bezel (4). To remove the webcam/microphone module: Position the display assembly with the top edge toward you.
  • Page 71 Disconnect the cable (2) from the module. To remove the display panel: Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×2.4 screws (1) that secure the display panel to the enclosure. Rotate the display panel off the display enclosure (1) to gain access to the display cable connection on the back of the panel.
  • Page 72 On the back of the display panel, release the adhesive strip (2) that secures the display panel cable to the display panel, and then disconnect the cable (3). To remove the display hinges: Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the top hinge to the display enclosure. Remove the top display hinge (2).
  • Page 73 Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (3) in the middle of the hinges that secure the left and right hinges to the display enclosure. Remove the left and right display hinges (4). To remove the wireless antenna cables and transceivers, release the wireless antenna cables from the clips built into the display enclosure (1), and then remove the cables (2).
  • Page 74 To remove the display/webcam cable, remove the cable from the clips built into the display enclosure (1), and then remove the cable from the display enclosure (2). If you need to remove the touch control board, disconnect the cables (1)(2) from the board. If replacing the display enclosure, be sure that the subcomponents (including the webcam/microphone module, the antenna receivers, and all associated cables and hardware) are transferred to the new enclosure.
  • Page 75 (2): Antenna cable Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 76: Power Connector Cable

    Power connector cable Description Spare part number Power connector cable 813505-001 Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

  • Page 77: Using Setup Utility (Bios) In Windows 7

    Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file.
  • Page 78 Select Start, type hp support assistant, and then select the HP Support Assistant program. Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download. At the download area, follow these steps: Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer.

  • Page 79: Using Setup Utility (Bios) In Windows 8.1

    Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file.
  • Page 80 From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now.

  • Page 81: Using Setup Utility (Bios) In Windows 10

    To decide whether you need to update Setup Utility (BIOS), first determine the BIOS version on your computer. To reveal the BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS): Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or –...

  • Page 82: Downloading A Bios Update

    If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

  • Page 83: Synchronizing A Tablet And Keyboard (Select Products Only)

    Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins. Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive.
  • Page 84 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) in Windows 10...

  • Page 85: Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering In Windows 7

    (purchased separately) to create recovery discs, or you can obtain recovery discs for your computer from the HP website. If you use an external optical drive, it must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on an external device, such as a USB hub.

  • Page 86: Creating The Recovery Media

    Creating the recovery media Select Start and type recovery in the search field. Select HP Recovery Manager from the list. Allow the action to continue, if prompted. Click Recovery Media Creation. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue. To recover, see...

  • Page 87: Tips For A Successful Backup

    Tips for a successful backup ● Number backup discs before inserting them into the optical drive. ● Store personal files in the Documents, Music, Pictures, and Videos libraries, and back up these folders periodically. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to re-enter your preferences.

  • Page 88: Restore And Recovery

    Restoring specific files is also useful if you ever choose to recover the original system using HP Recovery Manager. You can only restore specific files that you have backed up before.

  • Page 89: Recovering Using Hp Recovery Partition (Select Models Only)

    ● If the recovery media do not work, you can obtain recovery discs for your system from the HP website. ● The Minimized Image Recovery option is recommended for advanced users only. All hardware-related drivers and software are re-installed, but other software applications are not. Do not interrupt the process until it is complete, otherwise the recovery will fail.
  • Page 90 Insert the flash drive into a USB port. Restart the computer. Press while the computer is restarting, and then press for boot options. Select the flash drive from the boot options window. Chapter 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering in Windows 7...

  • Page 91: Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering In Windows 8.1

    Use HP Recovery Manager after you successfully set up the computer to create HP Recovery media. This step creates a backup of the HP Recovery partition on the computer. The backup can be used to reinstall the original operating system in cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced. For...

  • Page 92: Using Windows Tools

    The creation process can take an hour or more. Do not interrupt the creation process. ● If necessary, you can exit the program before you have finished creating all of the recovery DVDs. HP Recovery Manager will finish burning the current DVD. The next time you start HP Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue, and the remaining discs will be burned.

  • Page 93: Recovering Using Hp Recovery Manager

    Creating HP Recovery media (select models only) on page ● If your computer does not allow the creation of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from support. See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer.

  • Page 94: Using The Hp Recovery Partition (Select Models Only)

    Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly.

  • Page 95: Removing The Hp Recovery Partition (Select Models Only)

    Follow the on-screen instructions. Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only) HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space. IMPORTANT: After you remove the HP Recovery partition, you can no longer use the Windows Refresh option or the Windows option to remove everything and reinstall Windows.
  • Page 96 Chapter 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering in Windows 8.1...

  • Page 97: Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering In Windows 10

    Use HP Recovery Manager to create HP Recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. This step creates a backup of the HP Recovery partition on the computer. The backup can be used to reinstall the original operating system in cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced. For...

  • Page 98: Using Windows Tools

    HP Recovery media can also be used to customize the system or restore the factory image if you replace the hard drive.

  • Page 99: Restore And Recovery

    Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page ● If your computer does not allow the creation of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from support. See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer.

  • Page 100: Using The Hp Recovery Partition (Select Products Only)

    Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly.

  • Page 101: Changing The Computer Boot Order

    Changing the computer boot order If your computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order, which is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information. You can change the selection to an optical drive or a USB flash drive.
  • Page 102 Chapter 12 Backing up, restoring, and recovering in Windows 10...

  • Page 103: Using Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi)

    13 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine whether the computer hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by the operating system or other software components.

  • Page 104: Downloading Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi) To A Usb Device

    Download the latest UEFI version: Go to http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags. The HP PC Diagnostics home page is displayed. In the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics section, click the Download link, and then select Run. Download any version of UEFI for a specific product: Go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country.

  • Page 105: 14 Specifications

    14 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions (touch models) Depth 244 mm 9.61 in Width 345 mm 13.58 in Height 25.3 mm 1.00 in Weight (with 3 cell battery) 1910 g 4.21 lb Input power Operating voltage and current 19.5 V dc @ 2.31 A – 45 W 19.5 V dc @ 3.33 A –...

  • Page 106: 35.6-Cm (14.0-In) Display Specifications

    35.6-cm (14.0-in) display specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Height 17.6 cm 6.93 in Width 31.2 cm 12.28 in Diagonal 35.7 cm 14.06 in Brightness 220 nits (non-touch) Non-touch 200 nits (touch) Touch on Panel (TOP) Resolution 1366 × 768 Viewing angle Backlight WLED Graphics adapter...

  • Page 107: Hard Drive Specifications

    Hard drive specifications 1-TB* 750-GB* 500-GB* Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 7.0 mm or 9.5 mm Length 100.4 mm 100.4 mm 100.6 mm Width 69.9 mm 69.9 mm 70.1 mm Weight 107.0 g 115.0 g 92.0 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA...

  • Page 108: Dvd±Rw Supermulti Dl Drive Specifications

    DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD- CD-R and CD-RW ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo- DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD- DVD-RAM EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD- R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM Center hole diameter...

  • Page 109: 15 Statement Of Volatility

    The steps below will remove personal data from the notebook PC, including the nonvolatile memory found in Intel-based and AMD-based system boards. Some of these steps are disclosed in the Maintenance & Service Guides available for HP PC products available on the product support pages at www.hp.com.
  • Page 110 Remove and retain the storage drive or clear the contents of the drive. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Clear the HDD contents by using the HP Disk Sanitizer® utility or a third party application that, ideally, is U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) 5220.22-M approved.

  • Page 111: Non-Volatile Memory Usage

    (keyboard, when the system BIOS is memory and is accessible) mouse, & updated. available on the HP battery website. Writing data management). to this ROM in an inappropriate manner can render the PC nonfunctional. DIMM Serial...
  • Page 112 Fingerprint 512kByte Stores By enrolling in HP Only a digitally signed reader Flash fingerprint ProtectTools Security application can make templates. Manager. the call to write to the flash.

  • Page 113: Questions And Answers

    Questions and answers How can the BIOS settings be restored (returned to factory settings)? Turn on or restart the computer and press when prompted near the bottom of the display. Select File, then select Restore defaults. Follow the on-screen instructions. Select File, save changes and exit, then press Enter.
  • Page 114 106 Chapter 15 Statement of Volatility...

  • Page 115: 16 Power Cord Set Requirements

    16 Power cord set requirements The wide-range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts ac, or from 220 to 240 volts ac. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased.

  • Page 116: Requirements For Specific Countries And Regions

    Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number Argentina IRAM Australia Austria Belgium CEBEC Brazil ABNT Canada Chile Denmark DEMKO Finland FIMKO France Germany India Israel Italy Japan The Netherlands KEMA New Zealand SANZ Norway NEMKO The People's Republic of China Saudi Arabia SASO...
  • Page 117 Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number The appliance coupler, flexible cord, and wall plug must bear a “T” mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. The flexible cord must be Type VCTF, 3-conductor, 0.75mm or 1.25mm conductor size.
  • Page 118 110 Chapter 16 Power cord set requirements...

  • Page 119: 17 Recycling

    Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/recycle.
  • Page 120 112 Chapter 17 Recycling...

  • Page 121: Index

    TouchPad 10 hinges illustrated 22 electrostatic discharge 26 removing 63, 64 cables, service considerations 25 eMMC HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) caps lock light, identifying 11 product description 2 using 95 chipset, product description 1 eMMC drive components removing 39...
  • Page 122 AC adapter/battery 8 removing 48 recovery 80 caps lock 11 power button, identifying 12 discs 84, 86, 90, 92 hard drive 6 power connector cable HP Recovery Manager 80, 85, 91 mute 11 illustrated 18 media 86, 92 removing 68 114 Index...
  • Page 123 83, 84, 89, system 85, 91 USB flash drive 86, 92 hard drive 99 Windows Backup and Restore using HP Recovery media 84, 90 optical drive 100 restoring files 80 recovery discs 77 supported discs 77 Windows key, identifying 13...
  • Page 124 116 Index...

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