Getting to know your computer Right Component Description Power button Turns power on and off. 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.
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For additional safety information, see 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 computer speakers are disabled.
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Left Component Description Vent Enables 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. Speaker Produces sound.
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Display CAUTION: To prevent damage to the display hinges, when in notebook configuration, do not rotate the display counterclockwise, and do not force the rotating action. Your computer can serve as both a standard notebook as a tablet, allowing you to use its touchscreen capabilities with a large number of apps.
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Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to video 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, select the HP Support Assistant app.
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TouchPad Component Description TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. For more information, see Edge swipes (select models only) on page Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
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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. ● Microphone mute light Amber: microphone sound is off. ●...
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Keys 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 key Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop.
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HP Support Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant on the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components.
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Rear Component Description RJ-45 (network) jack with lights Connects a network cable. Green (left): The network is connected. ● Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the ● network. USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each other. For more information about wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in HP Support Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. Select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. For more information, access HP Support Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment: A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from ● an Internet service provider A wireless router (2) (purchased separately) ●...
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use WWANs to access the Internet from more places and over larger areas than it can by using WLANs. Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a mobile network operator...
LTE (Long Term Evolution), which provides access to networks supporting LTE technology. ● You may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to activate mobile broadband service. The serial number is printed on a label inside the battery bay of your computer.
See the image on the battery bay to determine which way the SIM card should be inserted into your computer. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is not replaced. Reconnect external power. Reconnect external devices. Turn on the computer.
Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse ● Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the Bluetooth software Help. Connecting to a wired network There are 2 kinds of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection.