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Company under license. Intel is a bound by the terms of the HP End User Not all features are available in all editions trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer 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.
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Processor configuration setting (select models only) WARNING! Select tablet models are configured with an Intel® Atom™ Processor Z3736F and a Windows® operating system. Do not change the processor configuration setting in msconfig.exe from 4 or 2 processors to 1 processor. If you do so, your tablet will not restart. You will have to perform a factory reset to restore the original settings.
Table of contents 1 Starting right ..............................1 Visit the HP Apps Store ........................1 Best practices ............................1 More HP resources ..........................2 2 Getting to know your tablet ..........................4 Finding your hardware and software information ................. 4 Locating hardware .......................
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Protecting your WLAN ..................17 Connecting to a WLAN ..................17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) ............. 18 5 Enjoying entertainment features ........................19 Multimedia features ..........................19 Using the webcam ..........................21 Using audio ............................21 Connecting speakers ......................21 Connecting headphones and microphones ...............
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Using antivirus software ..................... 42 Using firewall software ....................... 42 Installing software updates ......................... 42 Installing critical security updates ..................42 Installing HP and third-party software updates ..............42 Securing your wireless network ......................43 Backing up your software applications and information ..............43...
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10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ............44 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ....................... 44 Updating the BIOS ..........................44 Determining the BIOS version ................... 44 Downloading a BIOS update ..................... 45 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ..................46 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .......
The HP Apps Store offers a wide choice of popular games, entertainment and music apps, productivity apps, and apps exclusive to HP that you can download to the Start screen. The selection is updated regularly and includes regional content and country-specific offers. Be sure to check the HP Apps Store frequently for new and updated features.
Search window, select Help and Support. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/ contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html. Worldwide support Online chat with an HP technician ● To get support in your language, go to Support telephone numbers ● http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ HP service center locations ●...
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Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your tablet and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box.
Getting to know your tablet Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your tablet: From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start button, and then select Control Panel. Select System and Security, select System, and then click Device Manager in the left column.
Right edge NOTE: Refer to the illustration that matches your tablet. Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter. USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub. HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high- definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
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Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter. USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub. HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high- definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices . To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the tablet speakers are disabled.
Display Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound. Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to video conference and chat online using streaming video. To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type camera, and then select Camera from the list of applications. Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
Top edge Component Description Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Power button When the tablet is off, press the button to turn on the ● tablet. When the tablet is on, press the button briefly to initiate ● Sleep. When the tablet is in the Sleep state, press the button ●...
Digital Product Key electronically installed. NOTE: This Digital Product Key is automatically recognized and activated by Microsoft Operating Systems on a reinstall of the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system with HP- approved recovery methods. Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the tablet.
Changing your tablet's settings You can adjust your tablet's view, autorotate lock, and screen brightness. Changing your tablet's view Your tablet's orientation, or view, changes automatically from landscape to portrait view, or from portrait to landscape view. To change the view of your tablet from landscape view to portrait view: Hold the tablet vertically, and then turn it 90 degrees to the right (in a clockwise direction).
Using the keyboard base Your tablet includes a full-size, detachable keyboard base for easy navigation. Keyboard base components Keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. NOTE: On select models, the action key turns the keyboard base backlight feature off or on.
Component Description NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again returns you to the previous screen. TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. For more information, see Navigating the screen on page Lights...
Connecting the tablet to the keyboard base Your keyboard base can be used either attached to the tablet, or once the keyboard base is paired, it can be used detached from the tablet. To connect the tablet to the keyboard base, insert the tablet docking port into the keyboard base ▲...
Connecting to a network Your tablet can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and access information from millions of websites using your tablet and a wired or wireless network connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world. Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires.
NOTE: When a disc like a DVD movie or game is copy-protected, it cannot be shared. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of other tablets and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. wireless router wireless access point NOTE:...
For help in setting up your WLAN, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. Configuring a wireless router For help in configuring a wireless router, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless tablet to the router by using the network cable provided with the router.
NOTE: If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, from the Windows desktop, right- click the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Set up a new connection or network. A list of options is displayed, allowing you to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection.
Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP tablet as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your tablet an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, or TV, or speakers and headphones.
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Component Description From the Start screen, type camera, and then select Camera from the list of applications. Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Power button When the tablet is off, press the button to turn ●...
To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on Regulatory, Safety and headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Environmental Notices . To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Using the webcam...
Testing your audio features To check the audio functions on your tablet, follow these steps: From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. When the Sound window opens, select the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and then click Test.
Connect the other end of the cable to the high-definition TV or monitor. Press to alternate the tablet screen image between 4 display states: PC screen only: View the screen image on the tablet only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the tablet and the external ●...
▲ Devices, click Project, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – On select tablet models, from the Start screen, click the HP Quick Access to Miracast icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Chapter 5 Enjoying entertainment features...
Navigating the screen To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows key on a keyboard or the Windows button on a tablet. You can navigate the tablet screen in the following ways: Touch gestures ● Keyboard and optional mouse (purchased separately) ●...
Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers ● together. Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers ●...
Left-edge swipe Use the left-edge swipe to reveal your open apps so that you can access them quickly. Gently swipe your finger inward from the left edge of the TouchPad to switch between apps. ● Without lifting your finger, swipe back toward the left edge to reveal all open apps. Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Use the top-edge swipe or bottom-edge swipe to display command options that allow you to customize an open app.
Using the keyboard base and mouse The keyboard base and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functions as you do using touch gestures. The keyboard base also allows you to use action keys and hot keys to perform specific functions.
Icon Description Mutes or restores speaker sound. Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key. Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key. Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD. Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
Using the on-screen keyboard You may want to enter data into a data field. This may be required when you set up a wireless network configuration or a weather reporting location, or when you access user accounts on Internet sites. The tablet has an on-screen keyboard that is displayed when you need to enter such information.
Managing power Your tablet can operate on either battery power or external power. When the tablet is running on battery power only and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge. Your tablet supports an optimal power plan to manage how your tablet uses and conserves power so that tablet performance is balanced with power conservation.
Manually initiating and exiting Sleep You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: Close the display. ● From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the ● charms. Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Sleep. To exit Sleep: Briefly press the power button.
To monitor the status of your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Help and Support. To access battery information, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance. If Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact support.
To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the tablet, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the tablet to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the tablet battery while you are onboard aircraft.
When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ● When performing a backup or recovery ● When you connect the tablet to external AC power: The battery begins to charge. ● The screen brightness increases. ●...
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When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video ● port When the tablet will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period ● Although you can turn off the tablet with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the Windows Shut down command: NOTE: If the tablet is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation...
Follow the on-screen instructions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your tablet. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most recent gaming software. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most out of your equipment.
CAUTION: Avoid strong cleaning solvents that can permanently damage your tablet. If you are not sure that a cleaning product is safe for your tablet, check the product contents to make sure that ingredients such as alcohol, acetone, ammonium chloride, methylene chloride, and hydrocarbons are not included in the product.
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Back up your information to an external drive. ◦ Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as memory cards. ◦ Turn off and then disconnect all external devices. ◦ Shut down the tablet. ◦ Take along a backup of your information. Keep the backup separate from the tablet. ●...
Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in the HP Setup Utility (BIOS) that is preinstalled on your tablet. You may find it helpful to use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature.
Setting Windows passwords Password Function User password Protects access to a Windows user account. Administrator password Protects administrator-level access to tablet contents. NOTE: This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Function Administrator password Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility...
Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your tablet should be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. For more information, see Updating programs...
If you have installed third-party software after you purchased your tablet, regularly update the software. Software companies provide software updates to their products to correct security problems and improve functionality of the software. Securing your wireless network When you set up your wireless network, always enable security features. For more information, see Protecting your WLAN on page Backing up your software applications and information Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently...
Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website. SoftPaqs Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file.
Do not shut down the tablet or initiate Sleep. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now.
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 tablet 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.
Use HP Recovery Manager after you successfully set up the tablet to create HP Recovery media ● (select models only). This step creates a backup of the HP Recovery partition on the tablet. The backup can be used to reinstall the original operating system in cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced.
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager (select models only) HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the tablet to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you created (select models only), or by using HP recovery media you obtain from support.
Changing the tablet boot order If the tablet does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the boot order, which is the order of devices where the tablet searches for startup information. You can specify that a USB flash drive should be checked first.
DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this tablet. The tablet can operate on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform.
13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components.
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4 system 48 creating 48 software 4 USB flash drive 49 low battery level 34 using HP Recovery media 48 recovery media tap TouchPad and touch screen creating 47 gesture 25 maintenance creating using HP Recovery...
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two-finger click TouchPad and equipment needed 16 touch screen gesture 26 functional range 18 two-finger pinch/zoom TouchPad public WLAN connection 17 and touch screen gesture 26 security 17 two-finger scroll TouchPad and using 16 touch screen gesture 25 wireless network, securing 43 WLAN device 10, 16 WLAN label 10 unresponsive system 35...