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- Page 1 User Guide...
- Page 2 Company under license. Intel, Celeron, bound by the terms of the HP End User License Not all features are available in all editions of Centrino, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Agreement (EULA).
- Page 3 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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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Airplane mode key ......................18 Operating system controls ..................... 18 Connecting to a WLAN ........................19 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only) ................. 19 Using HP DataPass (select products only) ..................20 Using GPS (select products only) ...................... 20 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only) .............. - Page 6 Using audio ................................22 Connecting speakers ......................... 22 Connecting headsets ......................... 22 Using sound settings ......................... 23 Using video ................................23 Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable ................24 Setting up HDMI audio ....................25 Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only) ..25 Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi certified displays (select Intel products only) ....
- Page 7 Synchronizing a tablet and keyboard (select products only) ................47 10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ..................... 48 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ..............48 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ......................50 Creating recovery media and backups ........................ 50...
- Page 8 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ..................52 What you need to know before you get started ............52 Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ..........53 Using HP Recovery media to recover ................53 Changing the computer boot order ................54 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) .........
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Page 9: Starting Right
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 desktop. 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. -
Page 10: More Hp Resources
To access the Get started app: Select the Start button, and then select the Get ▲ started app. HP support ● Online chat with an HP technician For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. ● Support telephone numbers For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/ ●... - Page 11 Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You can find your HP Limited Warranty located with the user guides on your product and/or on the CD or DVD provided in the box. In some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed warranty in the box. For countries or regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you can request a copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
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Page 12: Getting To Know Your Computer
Getting to know your computer Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app. ▲ A list displays all the devices installed on your computer. For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn+esc (select products only). -
Page 13: Right Side
Description Hard drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: For information about HP 3D DriveGuard, see Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only) on page... - Page 14 Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter. Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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Page 15: Left Side
Left side 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 16 Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this document: Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. Select My PC, select the Specifications tab, and then select User Guides.
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Page 17: Display
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. To access this guide: 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 18: Display Modes
Display modes Your computer has a hinge that allows you to rotate the display 360 degrees. This allows you to use your computer in three modes: productivity mode, entertainment mode, or tablet mode. Mode Description Productivity To use the notebook in productivity mode, raise the display mode until you can view the display (about 90 to 100 degrees). -
Page 19: Top
TouchPad Component Description TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. NOTE: For more information, see Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures on page Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. -
Page 20: Lights
Lights 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 state that uses the least amount of power. -
Page 21: Buttons And Speakers
Buttons and speakers 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 22: Keys
Keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the key. Windows key Opens the Start menu. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu. - Page 23 Icon Description Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Turns the radiance backlight keyboard (also known as keyboard backlight) feature off or on.
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Page 24: Bottom
Bottom Component Description Vents Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Speakers Produce sound. -
Page 25: Labels
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. IMPORTANT: The labels described in this section are on the bottom of the computer. ● Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you will probably be asked for the serial number, and possibly for the product number or the model number. -
Page 26: Connecting To A Network
● HP Mobile Broadband Module—Gives you wireless connectivity over a wireless wide area network (WWAN), a much larger area. Mobile network operators install base stations (similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic areas, effectively providing coverage across entire states, regions, or even countries. -
Page 27: Connecting To A Wlan
DataPass (select products only) on page You might need the HP Mobile Broadband Module IMEI and/or MEID number to activate mobile broadband service. The number may be printed on a label located on the bottom of your computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display. -
Page 28: Using Hp Datapass (Select Products Only)
HP DataPass provides access to Mobile Broadband with no annual contracts, no credit card, and no overage fees. With HP DataPass, you simply turn on the device, register, and connect. HP DataPass includes a monthly data package with purchase of the device. For more information, go to http://www.hp.com/go/hpdatapass. -
Page 29: Sharing Data And Drives And Accessing Software
Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or router. NOTE: If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (3), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Sharing data and drives and accessing software When your computer is part of a network, you are not limited to using only the information that is stored in your computer. -
Page 30: Enjoying Entertainment Features
Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, TV, speakers, or headphones. -
Page 31: Using Sound Settings
TV. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the correct cable. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. For information on using your video features, refer to HP Support Assistant. Using video... -
Page 32: Connecting Video Devices Using An Hdmi Cable
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable NOTE: To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, purchased separately. To see the computer screen image on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructions: Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. -
Page 33: Setting Up Hdmi Audio
Setting up HDMI audio HDMI is the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. After you connect an HDMI TV to the computer, you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps: Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then select Playback devices. -
Page 34: Navigating The Screen
Navigating the screen You can navigate the computer screen in the following ways: ● Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen (select products only) ● Use touch gestures on the TouchPad ● Use keyboard and optional mouse (mouse purchased separately) Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures The TouchPad helps you navigate the computer screen and control the pointer using simple touch gestures. -
Page 35: Two-Finger Pinch Zoom
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 or touch screen and then moving your fingers together. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your fingers apart. -
Page 36: One-Finger Slide (Touch Screen Only)
One-finger slide (touch screen only) Use the one-finger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object. ● To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. ●... -
Page 37: Managing Power
Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer 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. Initiating and exiting Sleep and Hibernation Windows has two power-saving states, Sleep and Hibernation. -
Page 38: Manually Initiating And Exiting Sleep
Manually initiating and exiting Sleep You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: ● Close the display. ● Select the Start button, select the Power icon, and then select Sleep. You can exit Sleep in any of the following ways: ●... -
Page 39: Using The Power Meter And Power Settings
Factory-sealed battery To monitor the status of the battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run HP Battery Check in the HP Support Assistant app. -
Page 40: Finding Battery Information
– or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. Select My PC, select the Diagnostics and tools tab, and then select HP Battery Check. If HP Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact support. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery: ●... -
Page 41: Resolving A Low Battery Level
To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the computer to AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are aboard aircraft. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting Power Problems
● The computer switches to battery power. ● The screen brightness automatically decreases to save battery life. ● The power meter icon changes appearance. Troubleshooting power problems Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power: ●... - Page 43 If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, select the Power icon, and then select Shut down. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ●...
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Page 44: Maintaining Your Computer
You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. A short time after the end of one of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to normal operation. NOTE: Only internal hard drives are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. -
Page 45: Identifying Hp 3D Driveguard Status
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 computer. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most recent gaming software. -
Page 46: Cleaning The Display
WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean your computer while it is on. Turn off the computer. Disconnect AC power. Disconnect all powered external devices. CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not spray cleaning agents or liquids directly on any computer surface. - Page 47 ● If you plan to use the computer during a flight, listen for the in-flight announcement that tells you when you are allowed to use your computer. In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. ● If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”...
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Page 48: Securing Your Computer And Information
Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is preinstalled on your computer. You may find it helpful to use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. -
Page 49: Setting Setup Utility (Bios) Passwords
Swipe a finger on the fingerprint sensor to launch HP SimplePass. When the HP SimplePass welcome screen is displayed, select Get Started. HP SimplePass prompts you to swipe your right index finger over the sensor. Using the fingerprint reader (select products only) -
Page 50: Using Internet Security Software
Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. -
Page 51: Using Hp Touchpoint Manager (Select Products Only)
Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only) HP Touchpoint Manager is a cloud-based IT solution that enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you to reduce time spent solving end-user device and security issues. - Page 52 Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the security cable lock with the key. Remove the key and keep it in a safe place. Chapter 8 Securing your computer and information...
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Page 53: Using Setup Utility (Bios)
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 – Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) -
Page 54: 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 55: 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 56: Using Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi)
10 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 57 Download any version of UEFI for a specific product: Go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country. The HP Support page is displayed. Click Drivers & Downloads. In the text box, enter the product name, and then click Go. – or –...
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Page 58: 11 Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering
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 59: 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 60: Restore And Recovery
HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you either created or that you obtained from HP, or by using the HP Recovery partition (select products only). If you have not already created recovery media, see... -
Page 61: 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 62: 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 63: Removing The Hp Recovery Partition (Select Products Only)
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products 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 will not be able to perform System Recovery or create HP recovery media from the HP Recovery partition. -
Page 64: 12 Specifications
AC adapter or a DC power source that is supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform. - Page 65 Operating -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft Operating environment...
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Page 66: 13 Electrostatic Discharge
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. -
Page 67: 14 Accessibility
Supported assistive technologies HP products support a wide variety of operating system assistive technologies and can be configured to work with additional assistive technologies. Use the Search feature on your device to locate more information about assistive features. -
Page 68: Index
37 24, 25 AC adapter, testing 34 components HP 3D DriveGuard 36 accessibility 59 bottom 16 HP Apps Store, visiting 1 action keys 14 display 9 HP DataPass 20 identifying 14 left side 7 HP Mobile Broadband... - Page 69 50 memory card reader, identifying 5 system 52 memory card, identifying 5 USB flash drive 53 minimized image recovery 53 using HP Recovery media 51 tap TouchPad and touch screen minimized image, creating 52 recovery media gesture 26 Miracast 25...
- Page 70 TouchPad gestures wireless network (WLAN) two-finger scroll 27 connecting 19 two-finger tap 27 corporate WLAN connection 19 TouchPad zone, identifying 11 functional range 19 traveling with the computer 17, 38 public WLAN connection 19 turning off the computer 34 wireless network, securing 43 two-finger pinch zoom TouchPad and WLAN antennas, identifying 9 touch screen gesture 27...