Welcome
- Finding information
Components
Network connections
- Connecting to a wireless network
- Connecting to a wired network
  - Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select products only)
  - Using a modem (select products only)
    - Connecting a modem cable
    - Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter
Screen navigation
- Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures
Entertainment features
Power management
- Shutting down (turning off) the computer
- Setting power options
Security
Maintenance
Backup and recovery
Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start
HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
- Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device
Specifications
- Input power
- Operating environment
Electrostatic Discharge
Accessibility
- Supported assistive technologies
- Contacting support
Index

HP G3 User Manual

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User Guide

L.P.

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proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard

Company under license. Intel and Thunderbolt

are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.

and other countries. Microsoft and Windows

are trademarks of the Microsoft group of

companies.

The information contained herein is subject to

change without notice. The only warranties for

HP products and services are set forth in the

express warranty statements accompanying

such products and services. Nothing herein

should be construed as constituting an

additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for

technical or editorial errors or omissions

contained herein.

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Reserved .

First Edition: November 2015

Document Part Number: 839281-001

Product notice

This user guide describes features that are

common to most models. Some features may

not be available on your computer.

Not all features are available in all editions of

Windows. This computer may require upgraded

and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers

and/or software to take full advantage of

Windows functionality. Go to

http://www.microsoft.com for details.

To access the latest user guide, go to

http://www.hp.com/support, and select your

country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then

follow the on-screen instructions.

Software terms

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 is to return the

entire unused product (hardware and software)

within 14 days for a full refund subject to the

refund policy of your seller.

For any further information or to request a full

refund of the price of the computer, please

contact your seller.

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, at

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 airow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the

skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adapter

comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits dened by the International Standard for Safety

of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950-1).

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iv Safety warning notice

Processor conguration setting (select models only)

IMPORTANT: Select computer models are congured with an Intel® Pentium® N35xx/N37xx series or a

Celeron® N28xx/N29xx/N30xx/N31xx series processor and a Windows® operating system. If your computer

is congured as described, do not change the processor conguration setting in mscong.exe from 4 or 2

processors to 1 processor. If you do so, your computer will not restart. You will have to perform a factory

reset to restore the original settings.

vi Processor conguration setting (select models only)

Table of contents

1 Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 1

Finding information ............................................................................................................................................... 2

2 Components .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Locating hardware ................................................................................................................................................. 4

Locating software .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Right ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Left ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Top .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................. 9

Lights ................................................................................................................................................. 10

Buttons, speakers, and ngerprint reader ........................................................................................ 11

Special function keys ........................................................................................................................ 13

Using the hot keys ............................................................................................................................. 13

Bottom ................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Front ..................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Labels ................................................................................................................................................................... 17

3 Network connections ................................................................................................................................... 18

Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................................... 18

Using the wireless controls ............................................................................................................... 18

Wireless button ............................................................................................................... 18

Operating system controls ............................................................................................. 18

Connecting to a WLAN ....................................................................................................................... 19

Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only) .......................................................................... 19

Using HP Mobile Connect (select products only) .............................................................................. 20

Using GPS (select products only) ...................................................................................................... 20

Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only) ................................................................. 20

Connecting to a wired network ............................................................................................................................ 20

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select products only) .................................................... 20

Using a modem (select products only) ............................................................................................. 21

Connecting a modem cable ............................................................................................. 21

Connecting a country- or region-specic modem cable adapter .................................. 21

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4 Screen navigation ........................................................................................................................................ 23

Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures ................................................................................................. 23

Tap ..................................................................................................................................................... 23

Two-nger pinch zoom ..................................................................................................................... 24

Two-nger scroll (TouchPad only) .................................................................................................... 24

Two-nger tap (TouchPad only) ........................................................................................................ 24

One-nger slide (touch screen only) ................................................................................................. 25

5 Entertainment features ............................................................................................................................... 26

Using a webcam (select products only) ............................................................................................................... 26

Using audio .......................................................................................................................................................... 26

Connecting speakers ......................................................................................................................... 26

Connecting headsets ......................................................................................................................... 26

Using sound settings ......................................................................................................................... 27

Using video .......................................................................................................................................................... 27

Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only) ............................................ 27

Setting up HDMI audio .................................................................................................... 28

Discovering and connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport ...................................... 28

Connect displays to computers with Nvidia graphics (with an optional hub) ................ 29

Connect displays to computers with Intel graphics (with an optional hub) ................... 29

Connect displays to computers with Intel graphics (with a built-in hub) ...................... 29

Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only) ...... 30

Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi certied displays (select Intel products only) ................ 30

6 Power management ..................................................................................................................................... 31

Shutting down (turning o) the computer .......................................................................................................... 31

Setting power options ......................................................................................................................................... 31

Using power-saving states ................................................................................................................ 31

Initiating and exiting Sleep ............................................................................................. 32

Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation (select products only) ........................ 32

Using the power meter and power settings ................................................................... 32

Setting password protection on wakeup ........................................................................ 33

Using battery power .......................................................................................................................... 33

Finding additional battery information .......................................................................... 33

Using HP Battery Check .................................................................................................. 34

Displaying the remaining battery charge ....................................................................... 34

Maximizing battery discharge time ................................................................................ 34

Managing low battery levels ........................................................................................... 34

Identifying low battery levels ...................................................................... 35

Resolving a low battery level ....................................................................... 35

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Conserving battery power .............................................................................................. 35

Disposing of a battery ..................................................................................................... 35

Replacing a battery ......................................................................................................... 35

Using external AC power ................................................................................................................... 36

7 Security ...................................................................................................................................................... 37

Protecting the computer ..................................................................................................................................... 37

Using passwords .................................................................................................................................................. 38

Setting passwords in Windows ......................................................................................................... 38

Setting passwords in Computer Setup ............................................................................................. 39

Managing a BIOS administrator password ........................................................................................ 39

Entering a BIOS administrator password ....................................................................... 40

Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password (select products only) ....................................... 41

Setting a DriveLock password ........................................................................................ 41

Enabling DriveLock (select products only) ..................................................................... 42

Disabling DriveLock (select products only) .................................................................... 42

Entering a DriveLock password (select products only) .................................................. 43

Changing a DriveLock password (select products only) ................................................. 43

Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock (select products only) ................................................ 43

Entering an Automatic DriveLock password (select products only) .............................. 43

Removing Automatic DriveLock protection (select products only) ............................... 44

Using antivirus software ...................................................................................................................................... 44

Using rewall software ........................................................................................................................................ 44

Installing critical security updates ...................................................................................................................... 45

Using HP Client Security (select products only) .................................................................................................. 45

Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only) ........................................................................................ 45

Installing an optional security cable (select products only) ............................................................................... 45

Using a ngerprint reader (select products only) ............................................................................................... 46

Locating the ngerprint reader ......................................................................................................... 46

8 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 47

Improving performance ....................................................................................................................................... 47

Using Disk Defragmenter .................................................................................................................. 47

Using Disk Cleanup ............................................................................................................................ 47

Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only) ................................................................................ 47

Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status .............................................................................. 48

Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................................... 48

Cleaning your computer ...................................................................................................................................... 48

Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................................... 48

Cleaning the display ........................................................................................................ 49

Cleaning the sides or cover ............................................................................................. 49

Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only) ............................. 49

Traveling with or shipping your computer .......................................................................................................... 49

9 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 51

Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 51

Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 51

Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 52

Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 53

Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 53

What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 53

Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 54

Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 54

Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 55

Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 56

10 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start ............................................................................................ 57

Using Computer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 57

Starting Computer Setup .................................................................................................................. 57

Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................... 57

Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................................. 58

Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................. 59

Determining the BIOS version ......................................................................................... 59

Downloading a BIOS update ........................................................................................... 59

Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt .................................................................................. 60

TPM BIOS settings (select products only) ........................................................................................................... 60

Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 61

11 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .............................................................................................................. 62

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 62

12 Specications ............................................................................................................................................ 64

Input power .......................................................................................................................................................... 64

Operating environment ....................................................................................................................................... 64

13 Electrostatic Discharge .............................................................................................................................. 65

14 Accessibility .............................................................................................................................................. 66

Supported assistive technologies ....................................................................................................................... 66

Contacting support .............................................................................................................................................. 66

Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 67

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1 Welcome

After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your

smart investment:

●TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop, press

the Windows key on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the

previous screen.

●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet.

For more information, see Network connections on page 18.

●Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software

is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see Using antivirus software on page 44.

●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Components on page 4 and

Screen navigation on page 23 for additional information.

●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:

Select the Start button, and then select All apps.

‒ or –

Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.

●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery ash drive. See Backup and recovery

on page 51.

Finding information

To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.

Resource Contents

Setup Instructions ●Overview of computer setup and features

Get started app

To access the Get started app:

▲Select the Start button, and then select the Get

started app.

●A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips

HP 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.

●Online chat with an HP technician

●Support telephone numbers

●HP service center locations

Safety & Comfort Guide

To access this guide:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then

select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then

select User Guides.

‒ or –

Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.

●Proper workstation setup

●Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your comfort

and decrease your risk of injury

●Electrical and mechanical safety information

Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices

To access this document:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then

select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then

select User Guides.

●Important regulatory notices, including information about proper

battery disposal, if needed.

Limited Warranty*

To access this document:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then

select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, and then select Warranty and services.

‒ or –

●Specic warranty information about this computer

2 Chapter 1 Welcome

Resource Contents

Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.

*You can nd 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. For products purchased in Asia Pacic, you

can write to HP at Hewlett Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Oice, Singapore 911507. Include your product name, and your

name, phone number, and postal address.

Finding information 3

2 Components

Locating hardware

To nd 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).

Locating software

To nd out what software is installed on your computer:

▲Select the Start button, and then select All apps.

‒ or –

Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.

4 Chapter 2 Components

Right

Component Description

(1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)

combo jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an

optional headset microphone. This jack does not support

optional microphone-only devices.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the

volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.

For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory,

Safety, and Environmental Notices.

To access this guide:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select

the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then

select User Guides.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer

speakers are disabled.

(2) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,

external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.

(3) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

denition television, any compatible digital or audio

component, or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia

Interface (HDMI) device.

(4) USB Type-C (charging) ports (2) Connect any USB device with a Type-C connector.

NOTE: USB Type-C ports charge products such as cell phones,

laptops, tablets, and MP3 players, even when the computer is

o. Also, some USB Type-C ports connect DisplayPort, VGA,

HDMI and other video devices to provide video output.

NOTE: Adapters (purchased separately) may be required.

(5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

(6) AC adapter and battery light ●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully

charged.

●Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the

battery has reached a low battery level.

Right 5

Component Description

●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

charging.

●O: The battery is not charging.

6 Chapter 2 Components

Left

Component Description

(1) 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.

(2) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.

●Green (left): The network is connected.

●Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the network.

(3) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,

external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.

(4) USB 3.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,

external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub. Standard USB ports

will not charge all USB devices or will charge using a low current.

Some USB devices require power and require you to use a

powered port.

NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select models of

cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is o.

(5) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or

access information.

Left 7

Display

Component Description

(1) WLAN antennas* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local

area networks (WLANs).

(2) Internal microphones (2) (select products only) Record sound.

(3) Webcam light (select products only) On: The webcam is in use.

(4) Webcam (select products only) Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to

video conference and chat online using streaming video.

To use the webcam:

▲Type camera in the taskbar search box, and then select

Camera.

*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the

antennas free from obstructions.

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:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then select User Guides.

8 Chapter 2 Components

Top

TouchPad

Component Description

(1) TouchPad on/o button Turns the TouchPad on and o.

(2) TouchPad zone Reads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate

items on the screen.

Top 9

Lights

Component Description

(1) Power light ●On: The computer is on.

●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving

state. The computer shuts o power to the display and

other unneeded components.

●O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a

power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.

(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital

letters.

(3) Microphone mute light ●Amber: microphone sound is o.

●O: microphone sound is on.

(4) Num lock light On: Num lock is on.

(5) Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area

network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.

NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all

wireless devices are o.

(6) Mute light ●Amber: Computer sound is o.

●O: Computer sound is on.

(7) TouchPad light ●On: The TouchPad is o.

●O: The TouchPad is on.

10 Chapter 2 Components

Buttons, speakers, and ngerprint reader

Component Description

(1) Power button ●When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the

computer.

●When the computer is on, press the button briey to initiate

Sleep.

●When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button

briey to exit Sleep.

●When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button

briey to exit Hibernation.

CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results

in the loss of unsaved information.

If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown

procedures are ineective, press and hold the power button for at

least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.

To learn more about your power settings, see your power

options.

▲Type power in the taskbar search box, and then select

Power and sleep settings.

‒ or –

Right-click the Start button, and then select Power

Options.

(2) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or o but does not establish a

wireless connection.

A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is

possible.

Top 11

Component Description

(3) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.

(4) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

(5) Fingerprint reader (select products only) Allows a ngerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password

logon.

12 Chapter 2 Components

Special function keys

Component Description

(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with

the fn key.

(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in

combination with a function key, the num lk key, or the esc key.

See Using the hot keys on page 13

(3) Windows key Opens the Start menu.

NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start

menu.

(4) Embedded numeric keypad A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet

keys that enables you to add, subtract, and perform other

numeric tasks. When num lk is on, the keypad can be used like

an external numeric keypad.

(5) Windows application key Displays options for a selected object.

(6) num lk key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and o.

Using the hot keys

To use a hot key:

▲Press the fn key, and then press the correct function key represented by the icons below.

Press fn+function key Description

Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other system components

turn o and power is conserved.

To exit Sleep, briey press the power button.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sleep.

Top 13

Press fn+function key Description

Turns the keyboard backlight (select products only) o or on.

NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn o this feature.

Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is

connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image from computer display to

monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor.

Most external monitors receive video information on the computer using the external VGA video standard.

The fn+f4 hot key can also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information on the

computer.

Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.

Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.

Decreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.

Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.

Mutes the microphone.

Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and o.

14 Chapter 2 Components

Bottom

Component Description

(1) Vent Enables airow 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 o during routine

operation.

Bottom 15

Front

Component Description

(1) Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local

area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is

on.

NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when

all wireless devices are o.

(2) Power light ●On: The computer is on.

●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-

saving state. The computer shuts o power to the

display and other unneeded components.

●O: The computer is o or in Hibernation.

Hibernation is a power-saving state that uses the

least amount of power.

(3) Battery light When AC power is connected:

●White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.

●Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.

●O: The battery is not charging.

When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):

●Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low

battery level. When the battery has reached a critical

battery level, the battery light begins blinking

rapidly.

●O: The battery is not charging.

(4) Drive light ●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the

hard drive.

NOTE: For more information about HP 3D DriveGuard,

see Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only)

on page 47.

16 Chapter 2 Components

Labels

The labels aixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system

problems or travel internationally with the computer.

IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the

computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display.

●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.

Locate these numbers before you contact support.

Your service label will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that most

closely matches the service label on your computer.

Component

(1) Serial number

(2) Product number

(3) Warranty period

(4) Model number (select products only)

Component

(1) Model name (select products only)

(2) Product number

(3) Serial number

(4) Warranty period

●Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.

●Wireless certication label(s)—Provide(s) information about optional wireless devices and the approval

markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use.

Labels 17

3 Network connections

Your computer 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 computer and a wired or wireless network connection. This

chapter will help you get connected to that world.

Connecting to a wireless network

Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:

●WLAN device—Connects the computer to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi

networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate oices, your home, and public places such as airports,

restaurants, coee shops, hotels, and universities. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in your

computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point.

●HP Mobile Broadband Module (select products only)—A wireless wide area network (WWAN) device that

gives you wireless connectivity over a much larger area. Mobile network operators install base stations

(similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic areas, eectively providing coverage across

entire states, regions, or even countries.

●Bluetooth device—Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other Bluetooth-enabled

devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. In a PAN, each device

communicates directly with other devices, and devices must be relatively close together—typically

within 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each other.

Using the wireless controls

You can control the wireless devices in your computer using one or more of these features:

●Wireless button (also called airplane mode key or wireless key) (referred to in this chapter as wireless

button)

●Operating system controls

Wireless button

The computer may have a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights. All

the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory.

The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of individual

devices.

Operating system controls

The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and

diagnose and repair network problems.

To use operating system controls:

1. Type control panel in the taskbar search box, and then select Control Panel.

2. Select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center.

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Connecting to a WLAN

NOTE: When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an

Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will

help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the

Internet service.

To connect to a WLAN, follow these steps:

1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on.

2. Select the network status icon in the taskbar, and then connect to one of the available networks.

If the WLAN is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a security code. Enter the code, and

then select Next to complete the connection.

NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point.

NOTE: If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, right-click the network status icon in the

taskbar, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Select 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.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.

After the connection is made, select the network status icon at the far right of the taskbar, to verify the name

and status of the connection.

NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router

manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and oors.

Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only)

Your HP Mobile Broadband computer has built-in support for mobile broadband service. Your new computer,

when used with a mobile operator’s network, gives you the freedom to connect to the Internet, send e-mail,

or connect to your corporate network without the need for Wi-Fi hotspots.

NOTE: If your computer includes HP Mobile Connect, the instructions in this section do not apply. See Using

HP Mobile Connect (select products only) on page 20.

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.

– Or –

You can nd the number following these steps:

1. From the taskbar, select the network status icon.

2. Select View Connection Settings.

3. Under the Mobile broadband section, select the network status icon.

Some mobile network operators require the use of a SIM card. A SIM card contains basic information about

you, such as a personal identication number (PIN), as well as network information. Some computers include

a SIM card that is preinstalled. If the SIM card is not preinstalled, it may be provided in the HP Mobile

Broadband information provided with your computer or the mobile network operator may provide it

separately from the computer.

Connecting to a wireless network 19

For information about HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network

operator, see the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer.

Using HP Mobile Connect (select products only)

HP Mobile Connect is a prepaid, mobile broadband service that provides a cost-eective, secure, simple, and

exible mobile broadband connection for your computer. To use HP Mobile Connect, your computer must have

a SIM card and the HP Mobile Connect app. For more information about HP Mobile Connect and where it is

available, go to http://www.hp.com/go/mobileconnect.

Using GPS (select products only)

Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS) device. GPS satellites deliver location,

speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped systems.

For more information, see the HP GPS and Location software Help.

Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only)

A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections

that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following:

●Computers (desktop, notebook)

●Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone)

●Imaging devices (printer, camera)

●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 conguring and using Bluetooth devices, see the Bluetooth

software Help.

Connecting to a wired network

Select products may allow wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. A LAN

connection uses a network cable and is much faster than a modem, which uses a telephone cable. Both cables

are sold separately.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem

cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack.

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select products only)

Use a LAN connection if you want to connect the computer directly to a router in your home (instead of

working wirelessly), or if you want to connect to an existing network at your oice.

Connecting to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable.

To connect the network cable, follow these steps:

1. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer.

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2. 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.

Using a modem (select products only)

A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable. In some

countries or regions, a specic modem cable adapter is also required. Jacks for digital PBX systems may

resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are not compatible with the modem.

Connecting a modem cable

To connect the modem cable, follow these steps:

1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.

2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2).

NOTE: If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (3), which prevents interference from

TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer.

Connecting a country- or region-specic modem cable adapter

Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the country or

region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specic modem cable

adapter.

Connecting to a wired network 21

To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these

steps:

1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.

2. Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2).

3. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack.

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4 Screen navigation

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)

●Use the pointing stick (select products only)

Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures

The TouchPad helps you navigate the computer screen and control the pointer using simple touch gestures.

You can also use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an

external mouse. To navigate a touch screen (select products only), touch the screen directly using gestures

described in this chapter.

You can also customize gestures and view demonstrations of how they work. Type control panel in the

taskbar search box, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Under Devices and Printers,

select Mouse.

NOTE: Unless noted, gestures can be used on the TouchPad or a touch screen (select products only).

Tap

Use the tap/double-tap gesture to select or open an item on the screen.

●Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one nger on the TouchPad zone or touch screen to select

the item. Double-tap an item to open it.

Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures 23

Two-nger pinch zoom

Use the two-nger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text.

●Zoom out by placing two ngers apart on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your

ngers together.

●Zoom in by placing two ngers together on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your

ngers apart.

Two-nger scroll (TouchPad only)

Use the two-nger scroll to move up, down, or sideways on a page or image.

●Place two ngers slightly apart on the TouchPad zone and then drag them up, down, left, or right.

Two-nger tap (TouchPad only)

Use the two-nger tap to open the menu for an object on the screen.

NOTE: The two-nger tap performs the same function as right-clicking with the mouse.

●Tap two ngers on the TouchPad zone to open the options menu for the selected object.

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One-nger slide (touch screen only)

Use the one-nger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object.

●To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one nger across the screen in the direction you want to move.

●To move an object, press and hold your nger on an object, and then drag your nger to move the object.

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5 Entertainment features

Use your HP computer for business or pleasure to meet with others via the webcam, mix audio and video, or

connect external devices like a projector, monitor, TV, or speakers. See Components on page 4 to locate the

audio, video and camera features on your computer.

Using a webcam (select products only)

Your computer has a webcam (integrated camera) that records video and captures photographs. Some

models allow you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.

▲To access the camera, type camera in the taskbar search box, and then select Camera from the list of

applications.

Using audio

You can download and listen to music, stream audio content (including radio) from the web, record audio, or

mix audio and video to create multimedia. You can also play music CDs on the computer (on select models) or

attach an external optical drive to play CDs. To enhance your listening enjoyment, attach headphones or

speakers.

Connecting speakers

You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port or to the audio-out

(headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack on your computer or on a docking station.

To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect

high-denition speakers to the computer, see Setting up HDMI audio on page 28. Before connecting

speakers, lower the volume setting.

Connecting headsets

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on headphones,

earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental

Notices.

To access this document:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

– or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then select User Guides.

Headphones combined with a microphone are called headsets. You can connect wired headsets to the audio-

out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack on your computer.

To connect wireless headsets to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions.

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Using sound settings

Use sound settings to adjust system volume, change system sounds, or manage audio devices.

To view or change sound settings:

▲Type control panel in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound,

and then select Sound.

– or –

Right-click the Start button, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound.

Your computer may include an enhanced sound system by Bang & Olufsen, DTS, Beats audio, or another

provider. As a result, your computer may include advanced audio features that can be controlled through an

audio control panel specic to your audio system.

Use the audio control panel to view and control audio settings.

▲Type control panel in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound,

and then select the audio control panel specic to your system.

– or –

Right-click the Start button, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select the

audio control panel specic to your system.

Using video

Your computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your favorite

websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer when you are not connected to a

network.

To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an external

monitor, projector, or 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.

Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only)

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-denition TV or monitor, connect the high-denition device

according to the following instructions:

1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer.

Using video 27

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the high-denition TV or monitor.

3. Press fn+f4 to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states:

●PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only.

●Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and the external device.

●Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and the external device.

●Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only.

Each time you press fn+f4, the display state changes.

NOTE: For best results, especially if you choose the "Extend" option, increase the screen resolution of

the external device, as follows. Type control panel in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel,

select Appearance and Personalization. Under Display, select Adjust resolution.

Setting up HDMI audio

HDMI is the only video interface that supports high-denition video and audio. After you connect an HDMI TV

to the computer, you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps:

1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notication area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then select

Playback devices.

2. On the Playback tab, select the name of the digital output device.

3. Click Set Default, and then click OK.

To return the audio stream to the computer speakers:

1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notication area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click

Playback devices.

2. On the Playback tab, click Speakers.

3. Click Set Default, and then click OK.

Discovering and connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport

MultiStream Transport (MST) allows you to connect multiple wired display devices to your computer by

connecting to the VGA or DisplayPorts on your computer and also to the VGA or DisplayPorts on a hub or an

external docking station. You can connect in several ways, depending on the type of graphics controller

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installed on your computer and whether or not your computer includes a built-in hub. Go to Device Manager to

nd 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.

Connect displays to computers with Nvidia graphics (with an optional hub)

NOTE: With an Nvidia graphics controller and optional hub, you can connect up to 4 external display devices.

To set up multiple display devices, follow these steps:

1. Connect an external hub (purchased separately) to the DisplayPort on your computer, using a DP-to-DP

cable (purchased separately). Be sure that the hub power adapter is connected to AC power.

2. Connect your external display devices to the VGA ports or DisplayPorts on the hub.

3. To see all of your connected display devices, type device manager in the taskbar search box, and

then select the Device Manager app. If you don't see all of your connected displays, be sure that each is

connected to the correct port on the hub.

NOTE: Multiple display choices include Duplicate, which mirrors your computer screen on all enabled

display devices, or Extend, which spans your computer screen across all enabled display devices.

Connect displays to computers with Intel graphics (with an optional hub)

NOTE: With an Intel graphics controller and optional hub, you can connect up to 3 display devices.

To set up multiple display devices, follow these steps:

1. Connect an external hub (purchased separately) to the DisplayPort on your computer, using a DP-to-DP

cable (purchased separately). Be sure that the hub power adapter is connected to AC power.

2. Connect your external display devices to the VGA ports or DisplayPorts on the hub.

3. When Windows detects a monitor connected to the DP hub, the DisplayPort Topology Notication

dialog box is displayed. Click the appropriate options to congure your displays. Multiple display choices

include Duplicate, which mirrors your computer screen on all enabled display devices, or Extend, which

extends the screen image across all enabled display devices.

NOTE: If this dialog box does not appear, be sure that each external display device is connected to the

correct port on the hub. For more information, type control panel in the taskbar search box, select

Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization. Under Display, select Adjust resolution.

Connect displays to computers with Intel graphics (with a built-in hub)

With your internal hub and Intel graphics controller, you can connect up to 3 display devices in the following

congurations:

●Two 1920 x 1200 DP monitors connected to the computer + one 1920 x 1200 VGA monitor connected to

an optional docking station

●One 2560 x 1600 DP monitor connected to the computer + one 1920 x 1200 VGA monitor connected to

an optional docking station

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To set up multiple display devices, follow these steps:

1. Connect your external display devices to the VGA ports or DisplayPorts (DP) on the computer base or the

docking station.

2. When Windows detects a monitor connected to the DP hub, the DisplayPort Topology Notication

dialog box is displayed. Click the appropriate options to congure your displays. Multiple display choices

include Duplicate, which mirrors your computer screen on all enabled display devices, or Extend, which

extends the screen image across all enabled display devices.

NOTE: If this dialog box does not appear, be sure that each external display device is connected to the

correct port on the hub. For more information, type control panel in the taskbar search box, select

Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization. Under Display, select Adjust resolution.

Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select

products only)

NOTE: To learn what type of display you have (Miracast-compatible or Intel WiDi), refer to the

documentation that came with your TV or secondary display.

To discover and connect to Miracast-compatible wireless displays without leaving your current apps, follow

the steps below.

To open Miracast:

▲Type project in the taskbar search box, and then click Project to a second screen. Click Connect to a

wireless display, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi certied displays (select Intel products

only)

Use Intel WiDi to wirelessly project individual les such as photos, music, or videos, or to duplicate your entire

computer screen to a TV or a secondary display device.

Intel WiDi, a premium Miracast solution, makes it easy and seamless to pair your secondary display device;

provides for full-screen duplication; and improves speed, quality, and scaling.

To connect to Intel WiDi certied displays:

▲Type project in the taskbar search box, and then click Project to a second screen. Click Connect to a

wireless display, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

To open Intel WiDi:

▲Type Intel WiDi in the taskbar search box, and then click Intel WiDi.

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6 Power management

NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power button is used throughout

this guide to mean both types of power controls.

Shutting down (turning o) the computer

CAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down.

The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns o the

display and computer.

Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions:

●When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer

●When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial Bus

(USB) port

●When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period

Although you can turn o the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the

Windows shutdown command:

NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation (select products only), you must rst exit Sleep

or Hibernation before shutdown is possible by briey pressing the power button.

1. Save your work and close all open programs.

2. Select the Start button, select the Power icon, and then select Shut down.

If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedure, 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.

●Disconnect the computer from external power.

●Press and hold the power button for at least 15 seconds.

Setting power options

CAUTION: Several well-known vulnerabilities exist when a computer is in the Sleep state. To prevent an

unauthorized user from accessing data on your computer, even encrypted data, HP recommends that you

always initiate Hibernation instead of Sleep anytime the computer will be out of your physical possession.

This practice is particularly important when you travel with your computer.

Using power-saving states

Sleep is enabled at the factory. When Sleep is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Your work

is saved to memory.

Shutting down (turning o) the computer 31

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback

functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep while reading from or writing to a disc or an external

memory card.

NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the

computer is in the Sleep state.

Initiating and exiting Sleep

With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:

●Briey press the power button.

●Select the Start button, select the Power icon, and then select Sleep.

To exit Sleep, briey press the power button.

When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and the computer returns to the screen where you

stopped working.

NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before

the computer will return to the screen.

Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation (select products only)

You can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power

Options:

1. Type power options in the taskbar search box, and then select Power Options.

‒ or –

Right-click the Power meter icon , and then select Power Options.

2. In the left pane, select Choose what the power buttons do.

3. Select Change Settings that are currently unavailable, and then, in the When I press the power button

or When I press the sleep button area, select Hibernate.

– or –

Under Shutdown settings, select the Hibernate box to show the Hibernate option in the Power menu.

4. Select Save changes.

To exit Hibernation, briey press the power button. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the

screen where you stopped working.

NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before

your work will return to the screen.

Using the power meter and power settings

The power meter is located on the Windows desktop. The power meter allows you to quickly access power

settings and view the remaining battery charge.

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●To view the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, place the mouse

pointer over the power meter icon .

●To use Power Options, right-click the power meter icon , and then select an item from the list. You

can also type power options in the task bar search box, and then select Power Options.

Dierent power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. The icon

also reveals a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level.

Setting password protection on wakeup

To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these

steps:

1. Type power options in the taskbar search box, and then select Power Options.

‒ or –

Right-click the Power meter icon , and then select Power Options.

2. In the left pane, select Require a password on wakeup.

3. Select Change Settings that are currently unavailable.

4. Select Require a password (recommended).

NOTE: To create a user account password or change your current user account password, select Create

or change your user account password, and then follow the on-screen instructions. If you do not need

to create or change a user account password, go to step 5.

5. Select Save changes.

Using battery power

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.

The computer runs on battery power whenever it is not plugged into external AC power. Computer battery life

varies, depending on power management settings, running programs, display brightness, external devices

connected to the computer, and other factors. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is

plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work in case of a power outage. If the

computer contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power, the computer automatically

switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected on the computer or an AC power loss occurs.

NOTE: When you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery

life. Select computer products can switch between graphic modes to increase battery life.

Finding additional battery information

To access battery information:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

– or –

Setting power options 33

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. 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.

●HP Battery Check tool to test battery performance

●Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life

●Information on battery types, specications, life cycles, and capacity

Using HP Battery Check

To monitor the status of your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run HP Battery Check in

the HP Support Assistant app. If HP Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact

support.

To run HP Battery Check:

1. Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to work properly.

2. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

– or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

3. 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.

Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the

results of the examination.

Displaying the remaining battery charge

▲Move the pointer over the Power meter icon .

Maximizing battery discharge time

Battery discharge time varies depending on features you use while on battery power. Maximum discharge

time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades.

Tips for maximizing battery discharge time:

●Lower the brightness on the display.

●Select the Power saver setting in Power Options.

Managing low battery levels

The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Some low-

battery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options. Preferences set using Power

Options do not aect lights.

Type power options in the taskbar search box, and then select Power Options.

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Identifying low battery levels

When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the

following behavior occurs:

●The battery light (select products only) indicates a low or critical battery level.

– or –

●The Power meter icon shows a low or critical battery notication.

If the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briey in the Sleep state and then shuts

down and loses any unsaved information.

Resolving a low battery level

Resolving a low battery level when external power is available

▲Connect one of the following devices:

●AC adapter

●Optional docking or expansion device

●Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP

Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available

To resolve a low battery level when no power source is available, save your work and shut down the

computer.

Conserving battery power

●Type power options in the taskbar search box, and then select Power Options.

‒ or –

●Select low power-use settings through Power Options.

●Turn o wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them.

●Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source.

●Stop, disable, or remove any external memory cards that you are not using.

●Decrease screen brightness.

●Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep, or shut down the computer.

Disposing of a battery

When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of the battery in general household

waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal.

Replacing a battery

The battery(ies) in this product cannot be easily replaced by users themselves. Removing or replacing the

battery could aect your warranty coverage. If a battery is no longer holding a charge, contact support.

Setting power options 35

Using external AC power

WARNING! 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.

NOTE: For information on connecting to AC power, see the Setup Instructions poster provided in the

computer box.

External AC power is supplied through an approved AC adapter or an optional docking or expansion device.

Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions:

●When charging or calibrating a battery

●When installing or modifying system software

●When writing information to a CD, a DVD, or a BD (select products only)

●When running Disk Defragmenter

●When performing a backup or recovery

When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur:

●The battery begins to charge.

●If the computer is turned on, the power meter icon in taskbar changes appearance.

When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur:

●The computer switches to battery power.

●The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life.

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Protecting the computer

Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Computer Setup

utility (BIOS) can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a product

from being mishandled or stolen.

NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, back up and delete condential les, and remove all

password settings.

NOTE: Some features listed in this chapter may not be available on your computer.

NOTE: Your computer supports Computrace, which is an online security-based tracking and recovery service

available in select regions. If the computer is stolen, Computrace can track the computer if the unauthorized

user accesses the Internet. You must purchase the software and subscribe to the service in order to use

Computrace. For information about ordering the Computrace software, go to http://www.hp.com.

Computer risk Security feature

Unauthorized use of the computer HP Client Security, in combination with a password, smart card,

contactless card, registered ngerprints, or other authentication

credential

Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (BIOS) BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive DriveLock password (select products only) in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized startup from an optional external optical drive

(select products only), optional external hard drive (select

products only), or internal network adapter

Boot options feature in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Windows user password

Unauthorized access to data ●HP Drive Encryption software

●Windows Defender

Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other

system identication information

BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable on select

products only)

*Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load.

You can use a pointing device (TouchPad, pointing stick, or USB mouse) or the keyboard to navigate and make selections in Computer

Setup.

NOTE: On tablets without keyboards, you can use the touchscreen.

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Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several types of

passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be

set in Windows or in Computer Setup, which is preinstalled on the computer.

●BIOS administrator and DriveLock passwords are set in Computer Setup and are managed by the system

BIOS.

●Windows passwords are set only in the Windows operating system.

●If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password set in Computer

Setup, the hard drive that is protected by the passwords is permanently locked and can no longer be

used.

You can use the same password for a Computer Setup feature and for a Windows security feature. You can

also use the same password for more than one Computer Setup feature.

Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords:

●When creating passwords, follow requirements set by the program.

●Do not use the same password for multiple applications or websites, and do not reuse your Windows

password for any other application or website.

●Use the Password Manager feature of HP Client Security to store your user names and passwords for

your websites and applications. You can securely read them in the future if they cannot be remembered.

●Do not store passwords in a le on the computer.

The following tables list commonly used Windows and BIOS administrator passwords and describe their

functions.

Setting passwords in Windows

Password Function

Administrator password* Protects access to a Windows administrator-level account.

NOTE: Setting the Windows administrator password does not

set the BIOS Administrator password.

User password* Protects access to a Windows user account.

*For information about setting a Windows administrator password or a Windows user password, type support in the taskbar search

box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

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Setting passwords in Computer Setup

Password Function

BIOS administrator password* Protects access to Computer Setup.

NOTE: If features have been enabled to prevent removing the

BIOS administrator password, you may not be able to remove it

until those features have been disabled.

DriveLock master password* Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by

DriveLock. It is also used to remove DriveLock protection.

NOTE: For select products, a BIOS administrator password must

be set before you can set a DriveLock password.

DriveLock user password* Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by

DriveLock, and is set under DriveLock Passwords during the

enable process.

NOTE: For select products, a BIOS administrator password must

be set before you can set a DriveLock password.

*For details about each of these passwords, see the following topics.

Managing a BIOS administrator password

To set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:

Setting a new BIOS administrator password

1. Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the computer, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer

Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn o the tablet. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until

the Startup menu is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

2. Select Security, select Create BIOS Administrator password or Set Up BIOS Administrator Password

(select products only), and then press enter.

3. When prompted, type a password.

4. When prompted, type the new password again to conrm.

5. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, select the Save icon and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.

Changing a BIOS administrator password

1. Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

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▲Turn on or restart the computer, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer

Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn o the tablet. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until

the Startup menu is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

2. Select Security, select Change BIOS Administrator Password or Change Password (select products

only), and then press enter.

3. When prompted, type your current password.

4. When prompted, type your new password.

5. When prompted, type your new password again to conrm.

6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, select the Save icon, and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.

Deleting a BIOS administrator password

1. Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the computer, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer

Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn o the tablet. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until

the Startup menu is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

2. Select Security, select Change BIOS Administrator Password or Change Password (select products

only), and then press enter.

3. When prompted, type your current password.

4. When prompted for the new password, leave the eld empty, and then press enter.

5. When prompted to type your new password again, leave the eld empty, and then press enter.

6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, select the Save icon, and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.

Entering a BIOS administrator password

At the BIOS Administrator password prompt, type your password (using the same kind of keys you used to

set the password), and then press enter. After two unsuccessful attempts to enter the BIOS administrator

password, you must restart the computer and try again.

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Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password (select products only)

CAUTION: To prevent a DriveLock-protected hard drive from becoming permanently unusable, record the

DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password in a safe place away from your computer. If you

forget both DriveLock passwords, the hard drive will be permanently locked and can no longer be used.

DriveLock protection prevents unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive. DriveLock can be applied

only to the internal hard drive(s) of the computer. After DriveLock protection is applied to a drive, a password

must be entered to access the drive. The drive must be inserted into the computer or an advanced port

replicator in order for it to be accessed by the DriveLock passwords.

To apply DriveLock protection to an internal hard drive, a user password and a master password must be set

in Computer Setup. Note the following considerations about using DriveLock protection:

●After DriveLock protection is applied to a hard drive, the hard drive can be accessed only by entering

either the user password or the master password.

●The owner of the user password should be the day-to-day user of the protected hard drive. The owner of

the master password may be either a system administrator or the day-to-day user.

●The user password and the master password can be identical.

●You can delete a user password or master password only by removing DriveLock protection from the

drive.

NOTE: For select products, a BIOS administrator password must be set before you can access the

DriveLock features.

Setting a DriveLock password

To set a DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1. Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

1. Turn o the computer.

2. Press the power button, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

1. Turn o the tablet.

2. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until the Startup menu

is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

2. Select Security, make the selection for Hard Drive Utilities or Hard Drive Tools (select products only),

select DriveLock, and then press enter.

NOTE: For select products, you may be required to set a DriveLock password and enter the BIOS

administrator password.

3. Select the hard drive you want to protect, and then press enter.

4. Select Set DriveLock Master Password or Set DriveLock Password (select products only), and then

press enter.

5. Carefully read the warning.

6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set a DriveLock password.

7. To exit Computer Setup, select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then select Yes.

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Enabling DriveLock (select products only)

For select products, you may need to follow these instructions to enable DriveLock.

1. Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

1. Turn o the computer.

2. Press the power button, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

1. Turn o the tablet.

2. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until the Startup menu

is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

2. Select Security, select Hard Drive Utilities or Hard Drive Tools (select products only), select DriveLock,

and then press enter.

NOTE: For select products, you may be required to enter the BIOS Administrator password and select

Set DriveLock Password.

3. Select the hard drive you want to protect, and then press enter.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the selections to enable DriveLock and to enter passwords

when prompted.

NOTE: For select products, you may be prompted to type DriveLock. The eld is case sensitive.

5. To exit Computer Setup, select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then select Yes.

Disabling DriveLock (select products only)

1. Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

1. Turn o the computer.

2. Press the power button, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

1. Turn o the tablet.

2. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until the Startup menu

is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

2. Select Security, select Hard Drive Utilities or Hard Drive Tools (select products only), select DriveLock,

and then press enter.

NOTE: For select products, you may be required to enter the BIOS Administrator password and select

Set DriveLock Password.

3. Select the hard drive you want to manage, and then press enter.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to disable DriveLock.

5. To exit Computer Setup, select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then select Yes.

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Entering a DriveLock password (select products only)

Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the computer (not into an optional docking device or external

MultiBay).

At the DriveLock Password prompt, type your user or master password (using the same kind of keys you used

to set the password), and then press enter.

After three incorrect attempts to enter the password, you must shut down the computer and try again.

Changing a DriveLock password (select products only)

To change a DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1. Turn o the computer.

2. Press the power button.

3. At the DriveLock Password prompt, type the current DriveLock user password or master password that

you are changing, press enter, and then press or tap f10 to enter Computer Setup.

4. Select Security, select Hard Drive Utilities or Hard Drive Tools (select products only), select DriveLock,

and then press enter.

NOTE: For select products, you may be required to enter the BIOS Administrator password and select

Set DriveLock Password.

5. Select the hard drive you want to manage, and then press enter.

6. Make the selection to change the password, and then follow the on-screen prompts to enter passwords.

NOTE: The Change DriveLock Master Password option is visible only if the master password was

provided at the DriveLock Password prompt in step 3.

7. To exit Computer Setup, select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock (select products only)

In a multiple-user environment, you can set an Automatic DriveLock password. When the Automatic DriveLock

password is enabled, a random user password and a DriveLock master password will be created for you. When

any user passes the password credential, the same random user and DriveLock master password will be used

to unlock the drive.

NOTE: A BIOS Administrator password must be set before you can access the Automatic DriveLock features.

Entering an Automatic DriveLock password (select products only)

To enable an Automatic DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu”

message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup.

3. Select Security, select Hard Drive Tools, select Automatic DriveLock, and then press enter.

4. Enter the BIOS Administrator password, and then press enter.

5. Select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.

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6. Read the warning. To continue, select YES.

7. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, select the Save icon and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Removing Automatic DriveLock protection (select products only)

To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu”

message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup.

3. Select Security, select Hard Drive Tools, select Automatic DriveLock, and then press enter.

4. Enter the BIOS Administrator password, and then press enter.

5. Select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.

6. Select Disable protection.

7. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, select the Save icon, and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Using antivirus software

When you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you potentially expose it to

computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause them to

function abnormally.

Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and, in most cases, repair any damage they have

caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be kept up

to date.

Windows Defender is preinstalled on your computer. It is strongly recommended that you continue to use an

antivirus program in order to fully protect your computer.

For more information about computer viruses, access the HP Support Assistant.

Using rewall software

Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. A rewall can be a software

program you install on your computer and/or network, or it can be a solution made up of both hardware and

software.

There are two types of rewalls to consider:

●Host-based rewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on.

●Network-based rewalls—Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network to

protect all the computers on the network.

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When a rewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with

a set of user-dened security criteria. Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked.

Your computer or networking equipment may already have a rewall installed. If not, rewall software

solutions are available.

NOTE: Under some circumstances a rewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or le

sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily resolve the problem, disable

the rewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then reenable the rewall. To permanently

resolve the problem, recongure the rewall.

Installing critical security updates

CAUTION: Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security

breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.

You can choose whether updates are installed automatically. To change the settings, type control panel

in the taskbar search box, and then select Control Panel. Select System and Security, select Windows

Update, select Change settings, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Using HP Client Security (select products only)

HP Client Security software is preinstalled on your computer. This software can be accessed through the , t HP

Client Security icon at the far right of the taskbar or Windows Control Panel. It provides security features that

help protect against unauthorized access to the computer, networks, and critical data. For more information,

see the HP Client Security software Help.

Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only)

HP Touchpoint Manager is a cloud-based IT solution that enables businesses to eectively manage and

secure their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other

attacks, monitors device health, and enables customers to reduce time spent solving end-user device and

security issues. Customers can quickly download and install the software, which is highly cost eective

relative to traditional in-house solutions. For more information, see http://www.hptouchpointmanager.com.

Installing an optional security cable (select products only)

NOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being

mishandled or stolen.

NOTE: The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly dierent from the illustration in this

section.

1. Loop the security cable around a secured object.

2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).

3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lock with

the key.

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Using a ngerprint reader (select products only)

Integrated ngerprint readers are available on select products. In order to use the ngerprint reader, you

must enroll your ngerprints in HP Client Security's Credential Manager. Refer to the HP Client Security

software Help.

After you enroll your ngerprints in Credential Manager, you can use HP Client Security's Password Manager to

store and ll in your user names and passwords in supported websites and applications.

Locating the ngerprint reader

The ngerprint reader is a small metallic sensor that is located in one of the following areas of your computer:

●Near the bottom of the TouchPad

●On the right side of the keyboard

●On the upper-right side of the display

●On the left side of the display

Depending on your product, the reader may be oriented horizontally or vertically. Both orientations require

that you swipe your nger perpendicular to the metallic sensor.

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8 Maintenance

It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition. This chapter

explains how to use tools like Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. It also provides instructions for updating

programs and drivers, steps to clean the computer, and tips for traveling with (or shipping) the computer.

Improving performance

You can improve the performance of your computer by performing regular maintenance tasks with tools such

as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup.

Using Disk Defragmenter

HP recommends using Disk Defragmenter to defragment your hard drive at least once a month.

NOTE: It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid-state drives.

To run Disk Defragmenter:

1. Connect the computer to AC power.

2. Type defragment in the taskbar search box, and then select Defragment and optimize your drives.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help.

Using Disk Cleanup

Use Disk Cleanup to search the hard drive for unnecessary les that you can safely delete to free up disk space

and help the computer run more eiciently.

To run Disk Cleanup:

1. Type disk in the taskbar search box, and then select Free up disk space by deleting unnecessary les

or Uninstall apps to free up disk space.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only)

HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of the

following conditions:

●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. A hard drive installed in an optional

docking device or connected to a USB port is not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard.

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NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSDs) lack moving parts, HP 3D DriveGuard is unnecessary for these

drives.

For more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help.

Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status

The hard drive light on the computer changes color to show that the drive in a primary hard drive bay and/or

the drive in a secondary hard drive bay (select products only) is parked. To determine whether a drive is

currently protected or whether it is parked, view the icon on the Windows desktop in the notication area, at

the far right of the taskbar.

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. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most

out of your equipment.

Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of HP programs and drivers. In addition,

If you would like to update your programs and drivers, follow these instructions:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

- or -

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Updates tab, and then select Check for updates and messages.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Cleaning your computer

Use the following products to safely clean your computer:

●Dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 0.3 percent maximum concentration (for example, disposable

wipes, which come in a variety of brands)

●Alcohol-free glass-cleaning uid

●Solution of water and mild soap

●Dry microber cleaning cloth or a chamois (static-free cloth without oil)

●Static-free cloth wipes

CAUTION: Avoid strong cleaning solvents that can permanently damage your computer. If you are not sure

that a cleaning product is safe for your computer, 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.

Fibrous materials, such as paper towels, can scratch the computer. Over time, dirt particles and cleaning

agents can get trapped in the scratches.

Cleaning procedures

Follow the procedures in this section to safely clean your computer.

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WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean your computer

while it is on.

1. Turn o the computer.

2. Disconnect AC power.

3. Disconnect all powered external devices.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not spray cleaning agents or liquids directly on

any computer surface. Liquids dripped on the surface can permanently damage internal components.

Cleaning the display

Gently wipe the display using a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with an alcohol-free glass cleaner. Be sure that

a display is dry before you close the computer.

Cleaning the sides or cover

To clean the sides or cover, use a soft microber cloth or chamois moistened with one of the cleaning

solutions listed previously, or use an acceptable disposable wipe.

NOTE: When cleaning the cover of the computer, use a circular motion to aid in removing dirt and debris.

Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only)

WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use a vacuum

cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard. A vacuum cleaner can deposit household debris on the keyboard

surface.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not allow liquids to drip between the keys.

●To clean the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse, use a soft microber cloth or a chamois moistened with one

of the cleaning solutions listed previously or use an acceptable disposable wipe.

●To prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust, lint, and particles from the keyboard, use a can of

compressed air with a straw extension.

Traveling with or shipping your computer

If you have to travel with or ship your computer, follow these tips to keep your equipment safe.

●Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping:

◦Back up your information to an external drive.

◦Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as memory cards.

◦Turn o and then disconnect all external devices.

◦Shut down the computer.

●Take along a backup of your information. Keep the backup separate from the computer.

●When traveling by air, carry the computer as hand luggage; do not check it in with the rest of your

luggage.

CAUTION: Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic elds. Security devices with magnetic elds include

airport walk-through devices and security wands. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices

that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives.

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●If you plan to use the computer during a ight, listen for the in-ight announcement that tells you when

you are allowed to use your computer. In-ight 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.”

●The use of wireless devices may be restricted in some environments. Such restrictions may apply aboard

aircraft, in hospitals, near explosives, and in hazardous locations. If you are uncertain of the policy that

applies to the use of a wireless device in your computer, ask for authorization to use your computer

before you turn it on.

●If you are traveling internationally, follow these suggestions:

◦Check the computer-related customs regulations for each country or region on your itinerary.

◦Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the

computer. Voltage, frequency, and plug congurations vary.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or damage to the equipment, do not attempt

to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances.

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9 Backup and recovery

This chapter provides information about the following processes. The information in the chapter is standard

procedure for most products.

●Creating recovery media and backups

●Restoring and recovering your system

For additional information, refer to the HP support assistant app.

▲Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

IMPORTANT: If you will be performing recovery procedures on a tablet, the tablet battery must be at least

70% charged before you start the recovery process.

IMPORTANT: For a tablet with a detachable keyboard, connect the keyboard to the keyboard dock before

beginning any recovery process.

Creating recovery media and backups

The following methods of creating recovery media and backups are available on select products only. Choose

the available method according to your computer model.

●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

information on creating recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only)

on page 51. For information on the recovery options that are available using the recovery media, see

Using Windows tools on page 52.

●Use Windows tools to create system restore points and create backups of personal information.

For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 53.

NOTE: If storage is 32 GB or less, Microsoft System Restore is disabled by default.

Creating HP Recovery media (select products only)

If possible, check for the presence of the Recovery partition and the Windows partition. From the Start menu,

select File Explorer, and then select This PC.

●If your computer does not list the Windows partition and the Recovery partition, you can obtain recovery

media for your system from support. See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the

computer. You can also nd contact information on the HP website. Go to http://www.hp.com/support,

select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions.

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You can use Windows tools to create system restore points and create backups of personal information,

see Using Windows tools on page 52.

●If your computer does list the Recovery partition and the Windows partition, you can use HP Recovery

Manager 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. System recovery reinstalls the

original operating system and software programs that were installed at the factory and then congures

the settings for the programs. HP Recovery media can also be used to customize the system or restore

the factory image if you replace the hard drive.

◦Only one set of recovery media can be created. Handle these recovery tools carefully, and keep

them in a safe place.

◦HP Recovery Manager examines the computer and determines the required storage capacity for

the media that will be required.

◦To create recovery discs, your computer must have an optical drive with DVD writer capability, and

you must use only high-quality blank DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL, or DVD+R DL discs. Do not use

rewritable discs such as CD±RW, DVD±RW, double-layer DVD±RW, or BD-RE (rewritable Blu-ray)

discs; they are not compatible with HP Recovery Manager software. Or, instead, you can use a high-

quality blank USB ash drive.

◦If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability, but you

would like to create DVD recovery media, you can use an external optical drive (purchased

separately) to create recovery discs. If you use an external optical drive, it must be connected

directly to a USB port on the computer; the drive cannot be connected to a USB port on an external

device, such as a USB hub. If you cannot create DVD media yourself, you can obtain recovery discs

for your computer from HP. See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the

computer. You can also nd contact information on the HP website. Go to http://www.hp.com/

support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions.

◦Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you begin creating the recovery media.

◦The creation process can take an hour or more. Do not interrupt the creation process.

◦If necessary, you can exit the program before you have nished creating all of the recovery DVDs.

HP Recovery Manager will nish burning the current DVD. The next time you start HP Recovery

Manager, you will be prompted to continue.

To create HP Recovery media:

IMPORTANT: For a tablet with a detachable keyboard, connect the keyboard to the keyboard dock before

beginning these steps.

1. Type recovery in the taskbar search box, and then select HP Recovery Manager.

2. Select Create recovery media, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

If you ever need to recover the system, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 53.

Using Windows tools

You can create recovery media, system restore points, and backups of personal information using Windows

tools.

NOTE: If storage is 32 GB or less, Microsoft System Restore is disabled by default.

For more information and steps, see the Get started app.

▲Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app.

52 Chapter 9 Backup and recovery

Restore and recovery

There are several options for recovering your system. Choose the method that best matches your situation

and level of expertise:

IMPORTANT: Not all methods are available on all products.

●Windows oers several options for restoring from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the

computer to its original state. For more information see the Get started app.

▲Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app.

●If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Reinstall drivers and/or

applications option (select products only) of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application

or driver.

▲Type recovery in the taskbar search box, select HP Recovery Manager, select Reinstall drivers

and/or applications, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

●If you want to recover the Windows partition to original factory content, you can choose the System

Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition (select products only) or use the HP Recovery media.

For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 53. If you have not already

created recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51.

●On select products, if you want to recover the computer's original factory partition and content, or if you

have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media. For more

information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 53.

●On select products, if you want to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP

Recovery Manager oers the Remove Recovery Partition option.

For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) on page 56.

Recovering using HP Recovery Manager

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 Creating HP Recovery

media (select products only) on page 51.

What you need to know before you get started

●HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that was installed at the factory. For software not

provided with this computer, you must either download the software from the manufacturer's website or

reinstall the software from the media provided by the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT: Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a nal attempt to correct

computer issues.

●HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have not already created

recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51.

●To use the Factory Reset option (select products only), you must use HP Recovery media. If you have not

already created recovery media, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51.

●If your computer does not allow the creation of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not

work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from support. See the Worldwide Telephone

Numbers booklet included with the computer. You can also nd contact information from the HP

Restore and recovery 53

website. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen

instructions.

IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of your personal data. Before

beginning recovery, back up any personal data you want to retain.

Using HP Recovery media, you can choose from one of the following recovery options:

NOTE: Only the options available for your computer display when you start the recovery process.

●System Recovery—Reinstalls the original operating system, and then congures the settings for the

programs that were installed at the factory.

●Factory Reset—Restores the computer to its original factory state by deleting all information from the

hard drive and re-creating the partitions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that

was installed at the factory.

The HP Recovery partition (select products only) allows System Recovery only.

Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only)

The HP Recovery partition allows you to perform a system recovery without the need for recovery discs or a

recovery USB ash drive. This type of recovery can be used only if the hard drive is still working.

To start HP Recovery Manager from the HP Recovery partition:

IMPORTANT: For a tablet with a detachable keyboard, connect the keyboard to the keyboard dock before

beginning these steps (select products only).

1. Type recovery in the taskbar search box, select Recovery Manager, and then select HP Recovery

Environment.

- or-

For computers or tablets with keyboards attached, press f11 while the computer boots, or press and

hold f11 as you press the power button.

For tablets without keyboards:

Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down button; then select f11.

- or -

Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the Windows button; then select f11.

2. Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.

3. Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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.

1. If possible, back up all personal les.

2. Insert the HP Recovery media, and then restart the computer.

NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer

boot order. See Changing the computer boot order on page 55.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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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 ash drive.

To change the boot order:

IMPORTANT: For a tablet with a detachable keyboard, connect the keyboard to the keyboard dock before

beginning these steps.

1. Insert the HP Recovery media.

2. Access BIOS:

For computers or tablets with keyboards attached:

▲Turn on or restart the computer or tablet, quickly press esc, and then press f9 for boot options.

For tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down button; then select f9.

- or -

Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the Windows button; then select f9.

3. Select the optical drive or USB ash drive from which you want to boot.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Restore and recovery 55

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. So before you remove the Recovery partition,

create HP Recovery media; see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 51.

NOTE: The Remove Recovery Partition option is only available on products that support this function.

Follow these steps to remove the HP Recovery partition:

1. Type recovery in the taskbar search box, and then select HP Recovery Manager.

2. Select Remove Recovery Partition, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

56 Chapter 9 Backup and recovery

10 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure

Start

Using Computer Setup

Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and

output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Computer Setup

includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of

system and extended memory.

NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Computer Setup. Errors can prevent the computer from

operating properly.

Starting Computer Setup

NOTE: An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can be used with Computer Setup only if USB

legacy support is enabled.

To start Computer Setup, follow these steps:

▲Start Computer Setup.

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the computer, and when the HP logo appears, press f10 to enter Computer

Setup.

●Tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn o the tablet. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until

the Startup menu is displayed, and then tap F10 to enter Computer Setup.

Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup

●To select a menu or a menu item, use the tab key and the keyboard arrow keys and then press enter, or

use a pointing device to select the item.

NOTE: On tablets without keyboards, you can use your nger to make selections.

●To scroll up and down, select the up arrow or the down arrow in the upper-right corner of the screen, or

use the up arrow key or the down arrow key on the keyboard.

●To close open dialog boxes and return to the main Computer Setup screen, press esc, and then follow

the on-screen instructions.

Using Computer Setup 57

To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods:

●To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes:

Select the Exit icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

●To save your changes and exit Computer Setup menus:

Select the Save icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.

Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup

NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode.

To return all settings in Computer Setup to the values that were set at the factory, follow these steps:

1. Start Computer Setup. See Starting Computer Setup on page 57.

2. Select Main, and then select Apply Factory Defaults and Exit.

NOTE: On select products, the selections may display Restore Defaults instead of Apply Factory

Defaults and Exit.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

4. To save your changes and exit, select the Save icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then

follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.

NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restore the factory settings.

58 Chapter 10 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start

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 les called SoftPaqs.

Some download packages contain a le named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing

and troubleshooting the le.

Determining the BIOS version

To decide whether you need to update Computer Setup (BIOS), rst determine the BIOS version on your

computer.

BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be accessed by pressing fn+esc (if

you are already in Windows) or by using Computer Setup.

1. Start Computer Setup. See Starting Computer Setup on page 57.

2. Select Main, and then select System Information.

3. To exit Computer Setup without saving your changes, select the Exit icon in the lower-right corner of the

screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Select Main, select Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

To check for later BIOS versions, see Downloading a BIOS update on page 59.

Downloading a BIOS update

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and

install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do

not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional

docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these

instructions:

Do not disconnect power on the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.

Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep.

Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

– or –

Select the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select Updates, and then select Check for updates and messages.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

4. At the download area, follow these steps:

a. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on your

computer. Make a note of the date, name, or other identier. You may need this information to

locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive.

b. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive.

Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded.

You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update.

Using Computer Setup 59

NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing

any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.

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:

1. Type file in the taskbar search box, and then select File Explorer.

2. Select your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:).

3. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder that contains the update.

4. Double-click the le that has an .exe extension (for example, lename.exe).

The BIOS installation begins.

5. 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 le

from your hard drive.

Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt

To dynamically choose a boot device for the current startup sequence, follow these steps:

1. Access the Boot Device Options menu:

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the computer, and when the HP logo appears, press f9 to enter the Boot

Device Options menu.

●Tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn o the tablet. Press the power button in combination with the volume down button until

the Startup menu is displayed, and then tap F9 to enter the Boot Device Options menu.

2. Select a boot device, then press enter.

TPM BIOS settings (select products only)

IMPORTANT: Before enabling Trusted Platform Module (TPM) functionality on this system, you must ensure

that your intended use of TPM complies with relevant local laws, regulations and policies, and approvals or

licenses must be obtained if applicable. For any compliance issues arising from your operation/usage of TPM

which violates the above mentioned requirement, you shall bear all the liabilities wholly and solely. HP will

not be responsible for any related liabilities.

TPM provides additional security for your computer. You can modify the TPM settings in Computer Setup

(BIOS).

NOTE: If you change the TPM setting to Hidden, TPM is not visible in the operating system.

To access TPM settings in Computer Setup:

1. Start Computer Setup. See Starting Computer Setup on page 57.

2. Select Security, select TPM Embedded Security, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

60 Chapter 10 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start

Using HP Sure Start (select products only)

Select computer models are congured with HP Sure Start, a technology that continuously monitors the

computer's BIOS for attacks or corruption. If the BIOS becomes corrupted or is attacked, HP Sure Start

automatically restores the BIOS to its previously safe state, without user intervention.

HP Sure Start is congured and already enabled so that most users can use the HP Sure Start default

conguration. The default conguration can be customized by advanced users.

To access the latest documentation on HP Sure Start, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your

country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Using HP Sure Start (select products only) 61

11 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unied 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.

NOTE: To start BIOS on a convertible computer, your computer must be in notebook mode and you must use

the keyboard attached to your tablet. The on-screen keyboard, which displays in tablet mode, cannot access

BIOS.

To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI:

1. Start BIOS:

●Computers or tablets with keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc.

●Tablets without keyboards:

▲Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the volume down button.

- or -

Turn on or restart the tablet, and then quickly hold down the Windows button.

2. Press or tap f2.

The BIOS searches three places for the diagnostic tools, in the following order:

a. Connected USB drive

NOTE: To download the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) tool to a USB drive, see Downloading

HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device on page 62.

b. Hard drive

c. BIOS

3. When the diagnostic tool opens, select the type of diagnostic test you want to run, and then follow the

on-screen instructions. On a tablet, press the volume down button to stop a diagnostic test.

NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostic test on computers or tablets with a keyboard, press esc.

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device

There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device:

Download the latest UEFI version:

1. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags. The HP PC Diagnostics home page is displayed.

2. In the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics section, click the Download link, and then select Run.

62 Chapter 11 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

Download any version of UEFI for a specic product:

1. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country. The HP Support page is displayed.

2. Click Drivers & Downloads.

3. In the text box, enter the product name, and then click Go.

– or –

Click Find Now to let HP automatically detect your product.

4. Select your computer, and then select your operating system.

5. In the Diagnostic section, follow the on-screen instructions to select and download the UEFI version

you want.

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 63

12 Specications

Input power

The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer.

The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power

source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone 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 computer.

The computer can operate on DC power within the following specications.

Input Power Rating

Operating voltage and current 19.5 V dc @ 7.7 A — Slim 150 W

NOTE: This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding

240 V rms.

NOTE: The computer operating voltage and current can be found on the system regulatory label.

Operating environment

Factor Metric U.S.

Temperature

Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F

Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F

Relative humidity (noncondensing)

Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90%

Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95%

Maximum altitude (unpressurized)

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

64 Chapter 12 Specications

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 ngers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic

components.

To prevent damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions:

●If removal or installation instructions direct you to unplug the computer, rst be sure that it is properly

grounded.

●Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until you are ready to install them.

●Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic components as little as possible.

●Use nonmagnetic tools.

●Before handling components, discharge static electricity by touching an unpainted metal surface.

●If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.

14 Accessibility

HP designs, produces, and markets products and services that can be used by everyone, including people with

disabilities, either on a stand-alone basis or with appropriate assistive devices.

Supported assistive technologies

HP products support a wide variety of operating system assistive technologies and can be congured to work

with additional assistive technologies. Use the Search feature on your device to locate more information

about assistive features.

NOTE: For additional information about a particular assistive technology product, contact customer support

for that product.

Contacting support

We are constantly rening the accessibility of our products and services and welcome feedback from users. If

you have an issue with a product or would like to tell us about accessibility features that have helped you,

please contact us at +1 (888) 259-5707, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. North American Mountain

Time. If you are deaf or hard-of-hearing and use TRS/VRS/WebCapTel, contact us if you require technical

support or have accessibility questions by calling +1 (877) 656-7058, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

North American Mountain Time.

NOTE: Support is in English only.

66 Chapter 14 Accessibility

Index

AC adapter and/battery 5

accessibility 66

administrator password 38

airplane mode key 18

antivirus software 44

Audio 27

audio-out (headphone)/audio-in

(microphone) combo jack,

identifying 5

Automatic Drivelock 43

Automatic DriveLock password

entering 43

removing 44

backups 51

battery

conserving power 35

discharging 34

displaying remaining charge 34

disposing 35

low battery levels 34

replacing 35

battery information, nding 33

battery light 16

battery power 33

BIOS

determining version 59

downloading an update 59

updating 59

Bluetooth device 18, 20

Bluetooth label 17

boot order

changing 55

bottom 17

buttons

power 11, 31

caps lock light, identifying 10

caring for your computer 48

cleaning your computer 48

components

bottom 15

display 8

front 16

left side 7

right side 5

top 9

Computer Setup

BIOS administrator password 39

DriveLock password 41

navigating and selecting 57

restoring factory settings 58

connecting to a WLAN 19

connector, power 5

conservation, power 35

corporate WLAN connection 19

critical battery level 31

critical updates, software 45

Disk Cleanup software 47

Disk Defragmenter software 47

display image, switching 14

drive light 16

drive media 32

DriveLock

disabling 42

enabling 42

DriveLock master password

changing 43

DriveLock password

changing 43

description 41

entering 43

setting 41

electrostatic discharge 65

embedded numeric keypad,

identifying 13

esc key, identifying 13

external AC power, using 36

ngerprint reader 46

ngerprint reader, identifying 12

rewall software 44

fn key, identifying 13

GPS 20

HDMI port

connecting 27

HDMI port, identifying 5

HDMI, conguring audio 28

headsets, connecting 26

Hibernation

exiting 32

initiating 32

high-denition devices, connecting

27, 30

hot keys

microphone mute 14

num lock 14

Sleep 13

switching screen image 14

using 13

HP 3D DriveGuard 47

HP Client Security 45

HP Mobile Connect 20

HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

using 62

HP Recovery Manager

correcting boot problems 55

starting 54

HP Recovery media

creating 51

recovery 54

HP Recovery partition

recovery 54

removing 56

HP resources 2

HP Touchpoint Manager 45

input power 64

integrated webcam light,

identifying 8

internal microphones, identifying 8

Index 67

jacks

audio-out (headphone)/audio-in

(microphone) combo 5

network 7

RJ-45 (network) 7

keypad

embedded numeric 13

keys

esc 13

fn 13

num lock 13

Windows application 13

Windows key 13

labels

Bluetooth 17

regulatory 17

serial number 17

service 17

wireless certication 17

WLAN 17

legacy support, USB 57

lights

AC adapter and battery 5

battery 16

caps lock 10

drive 16

microphone mute 10

num lock 10

power 10, 16

RJ-45 (network) 7

TouchPad 10

webcam 8

wireless 10, 16

locating information

hardware 4

software 4

low battery level 34

maintenance

Disk Cleanup 47

Disk Defragmenter 47

HP 3D DriveGuard 47

updating programs and drivers

memory card 32

memory card reader, identifying 7

microphone mute key, identifying

microphone mute light, identifying

minimized image recovery 54

minimized image, creating 53

Miracast 30

network jack, identifying 7

num lock key, identifying 13, 14

num lock light 10

one-nger slide touch screen

gesture 25

operating environment 64

original system recovery 53

passwords

administrator 38

BIOS administrator 39

DriveLock 41

user 38

ports

HDMI 5, 27

Miracast 30

USB 3.0 charging (powered) 7

USB Type-C (charging) 5

power

battery 33

conserving 35

options 31

power button 31

power button, identifying 11

power connector, identifying 5

power lights 10, 16

power switch 31

power-saving states 31

product name and number,

computer 17

public WLAN connection 19

readable media 32

recover

options 53

recovery

discs 52, 54

HP Recovery Manager 53

media 54

starting 54

supported discs 52

system 53

USB ash drive 54

using HP Recovery media 52

recovery media

creating 51

creating using HP Recovery

Manager 52

recovery partition

removing 56

regulatory information

regulatory label 17

wireless certication labels 17

RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 7

RJ-45 (network) lights, identifying

screen image, switching 14

security cable slot, identifying 7

serial number 17

serial number, computer 17

service labels, locating 17

setting password protection on

wakeup 33

setting power options 31

setup utility

navigating and selecting 57

restoring factory settings 58

shipping the computer 49

shutdown 31

Sleep

exiting 32

initiating 32

slots

security cable 7

software

antivirus 44

critical updates 45

Disk Cleanup 47

Disk Defragmenter 47

rewall 44

HP 3D DriveGuard 47

sound settings, using 27

speakers

connecting 26

speakers, identifying 12

68 Index

supported discs, recovery 52

Sure Start

using 61

switch, power 31

system recovery 53

system restore point

creating 52

system restore point, creating 51

tap TouchPad and touch screen

gesture 23

touch screen gestures

one-nger slide 25

TouchPad

using 23

TouchPad and touch screen gestures

tap 23

two-nger pinch zoom 24

TouchPad gestures

two-nger scroll 24

two-nger tap 24

TouchPad light, identifying 10

TouchPad zone

identifying 9

TPM settings 60

traveling with the computer 17, 49

turning o the computer 31

two-nger pinch zoom TouchPad and

touch screen gesture 24

two-nger scroll TouchPad gesture

two-nger tap TouchPad gesture 24

unresponsive system 31

updating programs and drivers 48

USB 3.0 charging (powered),

identifying 7

USB 3.0 port 5, 7

USB legacy support 57

USB ports, identifying 5, 7

USB Type-C (charging) port,

identifying 5

user password 38

using

external AC power 36

power-saving states 31

using sound settings 27

using the TouchPad 23

vent, identifying 15

video 27

webcam 8

using 26

webcam light, identifying 8

webcam, identifying 8

Windows

system restore point 51, 52

Windows application key,

identifying 13

Windows key, identifying 13

Windows tools

using 52

wireless button 18

wireless certication label 17

wireless controls

button 18

operating system 18

wireless key 18

wireless light 10, 16, 18

wireless network (WLAN)

connecting 19

corporate WLAN connection 19

functional range 19

public WLAN connection 19

WLAN antennas, identifying 8

WLAN device 17

WLAN label 17

writable media 32

WWAN device 18, 19

Index 69

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