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Intel, Celeron, and Pentium are trademarks of bound by the terms of the HP End User License Not all features are available in all editions or Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other Agreement (EULA).
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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Processor configuration setting (select products only) IMPORTANT: Select products are configured 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 configured as described, do not change the processor configuration setting in msconfig.exe from 4 or 2 processors to 1 processor.
Airplane mode key ......................16 Operating system controls ..................... 16 Connecting to a WLAN ........................17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only) ................18 Using GPS (select products only) ...................... 18 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only) ..............18 Connecting Bluetooth devices ..................
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Running on battery power ........................... 32 Using HP Fast Charge (select products only) ..................32 Displaying battery charge ......................... 33 Finding battery information in HP Support Assistant (select products only) ........33 Conserving battery power ......................... 33 Identifying low battery levels ......................33 Resolving a low battery level ......................
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Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ..........................45 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ..........................45 Determining the BIOS version ......................45 Downloading a BIOS update ......................46 10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ..................... 47 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ..............48...
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Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ................... 51 What you need to know before you get started ............. 51 Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ..........52 Using HP Recovery media to recover ................52 Changing the computer boot order ................53 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) .........
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn about best practices after you set up your computer, fun things to do with your computer, and where to find additional HP resources. Best practices...
*You can find your HP Limited Warranty located with the user guides on your product and/or on the CD or DVD provided in the box. In some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed warranty in the box. For countries or regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you can request a copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
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Resource Contents can write to HP at POD, PO Box 161, Kitchener Road Post Office, Singapore 912006. Include your product name, and your name, phone number, and postal address. More HP resources...
Getting to know your computer Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they're located, and how they work. Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app. ▲...
Right side Component Description Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power- ● saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a ●...
Left side Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter. 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. Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is ●...
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For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and ▲ then select HP Documentation. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
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: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. ▲ Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer...
Keyboard area TouchPad Component Description TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. NOTE: For more information, see Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures on page Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Lights NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters. Mute light Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ●...
Button NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Power button When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the ● computer. When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate ●...
Special keys NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key. Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with another key. Windows key Opens the Start menu. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
▲ Icon Description Opens the HP Support Assistant app. 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. Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor.
Bottom Component Description Battery lock Locks the battery in the battery bay. Battery bay Holds the battery. Battery release latch Releases the battery. Speakers (2) Produce sound. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Component Serial number Product number Warranty period Model number (select products only) Component HP product name (select products only) Model name (select products only) Product number Serial number Warranty period Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer. ●...
In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. HP Mobile Broadband Module—Gives you wireless connectivity over a wireless wide area network ●...
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.
Wi-Fi hotspots. 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.
TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Connecting to your mobile device (select products only) HP Orbit provides a way to easily move files, pictures, videos, and other information between your mobile device and computer.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to enter a pairing code and continue the installation. After the devices have been paired, HP Orbit will remember the connection and allow you to send files between the devices whenever they are both connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the camera, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, TV, speakers, or headphones.
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To access this document: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. ▲ 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.
Press to alternate the 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. ●...
Connect the other end of the cable to the high-definition TV or monitor. Press 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. ●...
Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only) 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 ▲...
Navigating the screen You can navigate the computer screen in one or more of the following ways: Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen ● Use touch gestures on the TouchPad ● Use an optional mouse or keyboard (purchased separately) ●...
Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your ● fingers together. Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your ●...
Four-finger tap (TouchPad only) Use the four-finger tap to open the action center. Tap four fingers on the Touchpad to open the action center and view current settings and notifications. ● Three-finger swipe (TouchPad only) Use the three-finger swipe to view open windows and to switch between open windows and the desktop. Swipe 3 fingers away from you to see all open windows.
One-finger slide (touch screen only) Use the one-finger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object. To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. ●...
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.
Initiating and exiting Hibernation (select products only) You can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options. Right-click the Power icon , and then select Power Options. In the left pane, select Choose what the power buttons do (wording may vary by product). Depending on your product, you can enable Hibernation for battery power or external power in any of the following ways: Power button—Under Power and sleep buttons and lid settings (wording may vary by product),...
When the remaining battery charge is between zero and 90%, the battery will charge to 90% of full ● capacity in no more than 90 minutes. To use HP Fast Charge, shut down your computer, and then connect the AC adapter to your computer and to external power. Chapter 6 Managing power...
‒ or – Select the question mark icon in the taskbar. Select My PC, select the Diagnostics and tools tab, and then select HP Battery Check. If HP Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact support. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery: HP Battery Check ●...
WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. CAUTION: Removing a user-replaceable battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information.
See the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices for proper battery disposal. To access this document: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. ▲ Running on external power For information about connecting to external power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the computer box.
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When updating the system BIOS ● When writing information to a disc (select products only) ● When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives ● When performing a backup or recovery ● When you connect the computer to external power: The battery begins to charge.
● 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.
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.
WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean your computer while it is on. Turn off the computer. Disconnect AC power. Disconnect all powered external devices. CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not spray cleaning agents or liquids directly on any computer surface.
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If you plan to use the computer during a flight, listen for the in-flight announcement that tells you when ● you are allowed to use your computer. In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package ●...
Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is preinstalled on your computer. You may find it helpful to use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature.
Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Function Administrator password Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● If you forget your administrator password, you cannot ● access Setup Utility (BIOS). Power-on password Must be entered each time you turn on or restart the ●...
Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance.
Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only) HP Touchpoint Manager is a cloud-based IT solution that enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you to reduce time spent solving end-user device and security issues.
To reveal the BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS), use one of these options. HP Support Assistant ● Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine whether the computer hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by the operating system or other software components.
NOTE: The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) download instructions are provided in English only, and you must use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are offered. There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device.
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...
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 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. You can find contact information from the HP website.
Changing the computer boot order If your computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order, which is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information. You can change the selection to an optical drive or a USB flash drive.
AC adapter or a DC power source that is supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform.
Operating environment Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating 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...
13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components.
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. To access the latest information on HP accessibility, go to http://www.hp.com/accessibility.
MEID number 18 user-replaceable 34 corporate WLAN connection 17 HP Orbit 19 user-replaceable, removing 34 critical battery level 34 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) battery charge 33 using 47 battery cover, identifying 14 Disk Cleanup software 37 HP Recovery Manager...
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(headphone)/audio-in system 51 mobile broadband (microphone) 6 USB flash drive 52 activating 18 network 6 using HP Recovery media 50 IMEI number 18 RJ-45 (network) 6 recovery media MEID number 18 creating 49 mute light, identifying 10 creating using HP Recovery...
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speakers using power settings 32 connecting 21 using sound settings 22 speakers, identifying 14 using the keyboard and optional special keys, using 12 mouse 29 storing a battery 35 using the TouchPad 26 supported discs, recovery 50 system recovery 51 vents, identifying 6, 14 system restore point VGA port, connecting 22...