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HP g14 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide...
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By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole remedy...
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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.
Table of contents 1 Product description ......................1 2 External component identification ..................4 Display ........................... 4 Buttons and speakers ........................ 5 Keys ............................6 Lights ............................7 TouchPad ..........................8 Front ............................9 Left side ..........................10 Right side ..........................11 Bottom ..........................
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Downloading a BIOS update ..................74 Using System Diagnostics ......................75 8 Specifications ........................76 9 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ................77 Creating recovery media and backups ..................77 Creating HP Recovery media ..................78 Restore and recovery ......................79...
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Remove everything and reinstall Windows ..............81 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ..............81 What you need to know ................82 Using the HP Recovery partition to recover a minimized image (select models only) .................. 82 Using HP Recovery media to recover ............83 Changing the computer boot order .............
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Qualcomm Atheros AR9565 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi + BT 4.0 Combo Adapter ● Realtek RTL8188EE 802.11bgn Wi-Fi Adapter ● External expansion HP 2-in-1 multiformat Digital Media Reader Slot with push-push technology. Reads data from and writes data to digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD®). Chapter 1 Product description...
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Multitouch gestures enabled ● Taps enabled as default ● Power requirements Support for a removable 4-cell, 41-WHr, 2.80-AHr, Li-ion battery Support for a 65-W HP Smart adapter (non-PFC, EM, 4.5-mm) Security Support for security cable lock ● Support for Intel Anti-Theft ●...
Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to video (select models only) conference and chat online using streaming video. For information on using the webcam, access HP Support Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
Buttons and speakers Item 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 ●...
Keys Item Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, the num lk key, the key, or the key. Windows button Displays the Windows Start menu. Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the key.
Lights Item Component Description Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The ● computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving ●...
Item Component Description TouchPad light On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters. TouchPad Item Component Description TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
Left side Item Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter. AC adapter/Battery light White: The AC adapter is connected to external power and the battery is ● fully charged. Amber: The AC adapter is connected to external power and the battery ●...
Right side Item Component Description Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The ● computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving ●...
Bottom Item Component Description Battery cover release Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. latch and lock Battery bay Holds the battery. Memory module Provides access to one of the keyboard screws, the memory module slots, and the compartment cover optical drive screw.
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. The serial number, product number, and model number of your computer are located on the bottom of the computer.
Computer major components Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog...
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Item Component Spare part number Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly spare part information, see Display assembly components on page Keyboard (includes keyboard cable) 746019-001 Top cover (includes TouchPad and TouchPad cable) 759271-001 Card reader board (includes cable and double-sided adhesive) 746645-001...
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Item Component Spare part number Equipped with an Intel Celeron 2957U 1.40-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 2-MB 762221-001 L3 cache), a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and a non-Windows 8 operating system RTC battery 718440-001 (10) Fan (includes cable) 746657-001 (11) Audio/USB board (includes audio jack, USB port, and cable)
Display assembly components Item Component Spare part number Display bezel 759265-001 14.0-in, HD, SVA display panel 754891-001 Display Hinge Kit, includesL 761808-001 (3a) Left and right display hinge brackets (3b) Left and right display hinges Webcamera/microphone module (includes double-sided adhesive) 759272-001 Display panel cable 759267-001...
Plastics Kit Item Component Spare part number Plastics Kit, includes: 761809-001 Service cover (includes one captive screw, secured by an O-ring) Memory module compartment cover (includes one captive screw, secured by an O-ring) Optical drive bay space saver Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog...
Mass storage devices Item Component Spare part number DVD±RW Double Layer with SuperMulti Drive 760729-001 Hard drive (does not include hard drive bracket, hard drive connector adapter, or screws): NOTE: The hard drive bracket, hard drive connector adapter, and screws are included in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit.
Miscellaneous parts Component Spare part number 65-W HP Smart adapter (non-PFC, EM, 4.5-mm) 714657-001 Power cord for use only in the People's Republic of China (3-pin, black, 1.83-m): 490371-AA1 Rubber Kit 761810-001 Screw Kit 761811-001 Sequential part number listing Spare part number...
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Spare part number Description 746660-001 Power connector cable 746664-001 Display panel cable 752237-001 4-cell, 41-WHr, 2.80-AHr, Li-ion battery 759263-001 Display enclosure 759264-001 Base enclosure 759265-001 Display bezel 759266-001 Audio/USB board (includes audio jack, USB port, and cable) 759267-001 14.0-in, HD, SVA display panel 759268-001 System board equipped with an Intel Core i5-4200U 1.60-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 3-MB L3 cache), an AMD Radeon R5 M240 graphics subsystem with 2-GB of discrete memory, and a...
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Spare part number Description 762219-501 System board equipped with an Intel Core i5-4200U 1.60-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 3-MB L3 cache), a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system (includes replacement thermal material) 762220-001 System board equipped with an Intel Core i3-4010U 1.70-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 3-MB L3 cache), a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and a non-Windows 8 operating system (includes replacement thermal material)
Removal and replacement preliminary requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: Flat-bladed screw driver ● Magnetic screw driver ● Phillips P0 screw driver ● Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.
Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer. Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat or seat the cables during removal and insertion.
Grounding guidelines Electrostatic discharge damage Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions.
Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes. ● Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging. ● Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations. ●...
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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.
Customer 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...
WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information.
Service cover NOTE: The service cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 761809-001. Before removing the service cover, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
Hard drive NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket or hard drive connector adapter. The hard drive bracket and hard drive connector adapter are included in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 746650-001. See Mass storage devices on page 19 for more information on the Hard Drive Hardware Kit.
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Remove the hard drive (3) from the hard drive bay. If it is necessary to disassemble the hard drive, perform the following steps: Position the hard drive with the hard drive connector adapter toward you. Release the left and right sides of the hard drive bracket (1) from the hard drive. Remove the hard drive bracket (2) from the hard drive.
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Remove the hard drive connector adapter (3) from the hard drive. The hard drive bracket and hard drive connector adapter are available in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 746650-001. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive. Component replacement procedures...
WLAN module Description Spare part number Realtek RTL8188EE 802.11bgn Wi-Fi Adapter 709848-001 Qualcomm Atheros AR9565 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi + BT 4.0 Combo Adapter 733476-001 Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
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Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: If the WLAN antenna cables are not connected to the terminals on the WLAN module, protective sleeves should be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following illustration. Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
Memory module Description Spare part number 8 GB 693374-001 4 GB 691740-001 2 GB 691739-001 Before removing the memory module, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
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Remove the memory module compartment cover (3). The memory module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 761809-001. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module. (The memory module tilts up.) Component replacement procedures...
Remove the memory module (2) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. Reverse this procedure to install a memory module. Optical drive Description Spare part number DVD±RW Double Layer with SuperMulti Drive 760729-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps: Turn off the computer.
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Remove the optical drive (3). Reverse this procedure to install the optical drive. Component replacement procedures...
Keyboard Description Spare part number Keyboard (includes keyboard cable) 746019-001 Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps: Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
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Insert a thin, plastic tool into the keyboard retention screw hole, and then press on the back of the keyboard until the keyboard disengages from the computer. Open the computer as far as it will open. Slide the keyboard (1) toward the TouchPad as far as it will slide. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard (2) until it rests at an angle.
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Release the ZIF connector (2) to which the keyboard cable is attached, and then disconnect the keyboard cable (3) from the system board. Remove the keyboard (4). Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard. Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair 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 This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts.
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Optical drive (see Optical drive on page Keyboard (see Keyboard on page NOTE: When replacing the top cover, be sure that the following components are removed from the defective top cover and installed on the replacement top cover: TouchPad button board (See TouchPad button board on page ●...
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Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×2.0 broad head screws (2) in the hard drive bay that secure the top cover to the base enclosure. Turn the computer right side up with the front toward you. Open the computer as far as it will open. Disconnect the following cables from the system board: (1) Power button board ZIF connector and ribbon cable (2) Card reader board ZIF connector and ribbon cable...
Remove the top cover (2). Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. TouchPad button board Description Spare part number TouchPad button board (includes TouchPad cable, TouchPad button board cable, and double- 767331-001 sided adhesive) Before removing the TouchPad button board, follow these steps: Turn off the computer.
Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the TouchPad button board to the top cover. Detach the TouchPad button board cable (1) from the top cover. (The TouchPad button board cable is attached to the top cover with double-sided adhesive.) Remove the TouchPad button board (2) and cable.
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Before removing the card reader board, follow these steps: Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
Reverse this procedure to install the card reader board. Power button board Description Spare part number Power button board (includes cable and double-sided adhesive) 746646-001 Before removing the power button board, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
Remove the power button board (4) and cable. Reverse this procedure to install the power button board. Speakers Description Spare part number Speaker Kit (includes left and right speakers and cables) 746656-001 Before removing the speakers, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
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Remove the speakers: Disconnect the speaker cable (1) from the system board. Detach the speaker cable (2) from the system board. (The speaker cable is attached to the system board with tape.) Remove the speakers (3). Reverse this procedure to install the speakers. Component replacement procedures...
Audio/USB board Description Spare part number Audio/USB board (includes audio jack, USB port, and cable) 759266-001 Before removing the audio/USB board, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
Remove the audio/USB board (3) and cable. Reverse this procedure to install the audio/USB board. System board NOTE: The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Equipped with an Intel Core i5-4200U 1.60-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 3-MB L3 cache), 759268-501 an AMD Radeon R5 M240 graphics subsystem with 2-GB of discrete memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system...
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Description Spare part number Equipped with an Intel Core i3-4010U 1.70-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 3-MB L3 cache), a 762220-001 graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and a non-Windows 8 operating system Equipped with an Intel Celeron 2957U 1.40-GHz processor (dual core, 15 W, 2-MB L3 cache), 759270-501 an AMD Radeon R5 M240 graphics subsystem with 2-GB of discrete memory, and the Windows 8 Standard operating system...
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Disconnect the fan cable from the system board. Turn the computer right side up with the front toward you. Open the computer. Release the ZIF connector (1) to which the display panel cable is attached, and then disconnect the display panel cable from the system board. Detach the display panel cable from the system board.
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Release the ZIF connector (3) to which the audio/USB board cable is attached, and then disconnect the audio/USB board cable from the system board. Remove the four Philllips PM2.4×4.6 screws that secure the system board to the base enclosure. cad edit: need to replace system board screws Lift up on the right side of the system board (1) until it rests at an angle.
Remove the system board (3) by sliding it up and to the right at an angle. Reverse this procedure to install the system board. Heat sink Description Spare part number Heat sink (includes replacement thermal material) 746658-001 Before removing the heat sink, follow these steps: Turn off the computer.
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Remove the heat sink: Turn the system board upside down with the front toward you. Following the 1 through 4 sequence stamped into the heat sink, loosen the four Phillips captive screws (1) that secure the heat sink to the system board. Remove the heat sink (2).
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Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink. Component replacement procedures...
Description Spare part number Fan (includes cable) 746657-001 Before removing the fan, follow these steps: Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
Remove the fan (2). Reverse this procedure to install the fan. RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery (includes cable and double-sided adhesive) 718440-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
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Speakers (see Speakers on page System board (see System board on page Remove the RTC battery: Turn the system board upside down with the front toward you. Use a plastic flat-bladed tool (1) to release the RTC battery (2) from the socket on the system board.
Power connector cable Description Spare part number Power connector cable 746660-001 Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
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Release the display panel cable (3) from the routing channel built into the base enclosure. Release the power connector cable (1) from the routing channel built into the base enclosure. Release the power connector (2) from the molding built into the base enclosure. Remove the power connector cable.
Display assembly NOTE: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly spare part information, see the individual removal subsections. Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps: Turn off 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.
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Release the wireless antenna cables from the routing clips (2) and channel built into the base enclosure. Remove the three Phillips PM2.4×4.6 screws (1) that secure the display assembly left hinge to the base enclosure. Remove the four Phillips PM2.4×3.4 broad head screws (2) that secure the display assembly right hinge to the base enclosure.
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If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of the display assembly subcomponents: Remove the two display bezel screw covers (1). Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.75 screws (2) that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. Flex the inside edges of the top edge (1), the left and right sides (2), and the bottom edge (3) of the display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure.
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If it is necessary to replace the webcamera/microphone module: Detach the webcamera/microphone module (1) from the display enclosure. (The webcamera/microphone module is attached to the display enclosure with double- sided adhesive.) Disconnect the webcamera/microphone module cable (2) from the webcamera/ microphone module.
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If it is necessary to replace the display panel: Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws that secure the display panel to the display enclosure. CAUTION: Before turning the display panel upside down, make sure the work surface is clear of tools, screws, and any other foreign objects. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the display panel.
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Disconnect the display panel cable (3) from the display panel. Remove the display panel. The display panel is available using spare part number 754891-001. If it is necessary to replace the display panel cable: Release the display panel cable from the clips (1) and routing channel built into the the display enclosure.
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Remove the display panel cable (2). The display panel cable is available using spare part number 759267-001. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges: Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×3.25 broad head screws (1) that secure the display hinges to the display enclosure.
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If it is necessary to replace the WLAN antenna cables and transceivers: Detach the WLAN antenna transceivers (1) from the display enclosure. (The WLAN antenna transceivers are attached to the display enclosure with double-sided adhesive.) Release the WLAN antenna cables from the clips (2) and routing channel built into the top edge and right side of the display enclosure.
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.
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. From the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now.
BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are revealed on the screen after the download is complete. If no instructions are revealed, follow these steps: From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. Click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:). Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update.
Specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Width 24.5 cm 9.7 in 34.7 cm Depth 13.7 in Height 2.3 cm 0.9 in Weight 1.9 kg 4.19 lb Operating voltage and current 19.5 V dc @ 3.33 A – 65 W DC plug NOTE: This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms.
After you successfully set up the computer, 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.
Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Creating HP Recovery media HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted.
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.
System Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page If you have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to ● restore the factory image to the replacement drive.
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state. Using the HP Recovery media you created, you can choose from one of the following recovery options: System Recovery—Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for the ●...
To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options, you must use HP Recovery media. ● If the HP Recovery media do not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from the HP ● website. 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.
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.
10 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.
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Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number France Germany Italy Japan METI The Netherlands KEMA Norway NEMKO The People's Republic of China South Korea Sweden CEMKO Switzerland Taiwan BSMI The United Kingdom The United States The flexible cord must be Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0-mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country or region where it will be used.
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. Chapter 11 Recycling...