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Summarization of Contents
1 Starting right
Best practices
Steps to get the most out of your new computer and make the best investment.
More HP resources
Locate product details, how-to guides, support information, and safety documents.
2 Getting to know your computer
Locating hardware
Find installed hardware components and their locations on your computer.
Locating software
Identify software installed on your computer.
Right side
Identifies and describes components located on the right side of the computer.
Left side
Identifies and describes components located on the left side of the computer.
Display
Details the computer's display components and their functions.
Keyboard area
Overview of the keyboard and its primary input components.
TouchPad
Explains the functionality and use of the TouchPad for navigation.
Lights
Describes the function of indicator lights like Caps Lock and Mute.
Button
Details the power button's functions for turning on/off and sleep modes.
Special keys
Identifies and explains the function of special keys on the keyboard.
Action keys
Describes how action keys perform specific system functions.
Bottom
Details components located on the bottom of the computer.
Labels
Explains the location and purpose of various computer labels.
3 Connecting to a network
Connecting to a wireless network
Guides on establishing wireless network connections using WLAN.
Using the wireless controls
Explains how to manage wireless devices using controls.
4 Enjoying entertainment features
Using the camera
Instructions for using the computer's camera for video chat and recording.
Using audio
How to play music, record audio, and connect audio devices.
Connecting speakers
Steps to connect speakers, wired or wireless, to the computer.
Connecting headphones
Guide on connecting headphones and headsets for audio output.
Connecting headsets
Details on connecting headsets with microphones.
Using sound settings
How to adjust volume, system sounds, and manage audio devices.
Using video
How to connect external displays and enjoy video content.
Connecting video devices by using a VGA cable (select products only)
Connect external monitors via VGA cable.
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only)
Connect external displays via HDMI cable.
Setting up HDMI audio
Configure audio output for HDMI connections.
Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only)
Connect to wireless displays using Miracast technology.
5 Navigating the screen
Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures
Learn to use gestures on the TouchPad and touch screen for navigation.
Using an optional keyboard or mouse
How to use external keyboards and mice with the computer.
Using an on-screen keyboard (select products only)
Access and use the virtual keyboard on the screen.
6 Managing power
Using Sleep and Hibernation
Understand and use Sleep and Hibernation power-saving modes.
Initiating and exiting Sleep
How to put the computer into and out of Sleep mode.
Initiating and exiting Hibernation (select products only)
How to initiate and exit Hibernation mode.
Shutting down (turning off) the computer
Procedures for safely shutting down the computer.
Using the Power icon and Power Options
Accessing power settings and viewing battery status.
Running on battery power
Information on operating the computer using battery power.
Using HP Fast Charge (select products only)
How to utilize the HP Fast Charge feature for quick battery charging.
Displaying battery charge
View the current battery charge level and power plan.
Finding battery information in HP Support Assistant (select products only)
Access battery details using HP Support Assistant.
Conserving battery power
Tips and methods to maximize battery life.
Identifying low battery levels
How the computer indicates low or critical battery status.
Resolving a low battery level
Steps to take when the battery level is low.
User-replaceable battery
Information about the user-replaceable battery.
Removing a user-replaceable battery
Step-by-step guide to remove the battery.
Storing a user-replaceable battery
Proper storage procedures for the battery.
Disposing of a user-replaceable battery
Guidelines for safely disposing of the battery.
Running on external power
How to connect and use the computer with external power.
7 Maintaining your computer
Improving performance
Enhance computer speed through maintenance tasks.
Using Disk Defragmenter
Optimize hard drive performance with Disk Defragmenter.
Using Disk Cleanup
Free up disk space by removing unnecessary files.
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only)
Understand HP 3D DriveGuard for hard drive protection.
Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status
Check the status of HP 3D DriveGuard.
Updating programs and drivers
Keep software and drivers up-to-date for optimal performance.
Cleaning your computer
Safe methods for cleaning the computer's exterior and components.
Cleaning procedures
Detailed steps for cleaning various parts of the computer.
Cleaning the display
Specific instructions for cleaning the computer screen.
Cleaning the sides or cover
How to clean the computer's exterior casing.
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only)
Methods for cleaning input devices.
Traveling with or shipping your computer
Tips for safely transporting or shipping the computer.
8 Securing your computer and information
Using passwords
Best practices for creating and managing computer passwords.
Setting Windows passwords
How to set user and administrator passwords in Windows.
Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords
Setting passwords for BIOS access.
Using Windows Hello (select products only)
Setting up biometric sign-in options.
Using Internet security software
Importance of internet security, antivirus, and firewall.
Using antivirus software
Understanding and using antivirus software for protection.
Using firewall software
How firewalls protect against unauthorized access.
Installing software updates
Procedures for updating operating system and applications.
Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only)
Overview of HP Touchpoint Manager for device management.
Securing your wireless network
Enabling security features for WLAN connections.
Backing up your software applications and information
Importance of regularly backing up data.
Using an optional security cable (select products only)
How to connect and use a security cable.
9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS)
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)
How to access the BIOS setup utility.
Updating Setup Utility (BIOS)
Information on obtaining and installing BIOS updates.
Determining the BIOS version
How to find the current BIOS version.
Downloading a BIOS update
Step-by-step instructions for downloading BIOS updates.
10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device
Guide to download diagnostic tools to a USB drive.
11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering
Creating recovery media and backups
Methods for creating system recovery media and backups.
Restoring and recovering your system
Options for restoring the computer to a previous state.
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only)
Steps to create recovery media for specific HP products.
Using Windows tools
Utilize Windows features for system restore and backups.
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager
How to use HP Recovery Manager for system recovery.
What you need to know before you get started
Prerequisites and important information before recovery.
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only)
Perform system recovery using the HP Recovery partition.
Using HP Recovery media to recover
Recover system using created HP Recovery media.
Changing the computer boot order
Modify the boot sequence for startup devices.
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only)
Free up disk space by removing the recovery partition.
12 Specifications
Input power
Details on the computer's power requirements and ratings.
Operating environment
Specifies the recommended temperature and humidity conditions.
14 Accessibility
Supported assistive technologies
Information on assistive technologies supported by HP products.
Contacting support
How to contact HP support for assistance.
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