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    User Guide[...]

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    © Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packa rd Development Company, L.P. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademar k of its prop[...]

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    Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related inju ries or of ove rheating th e computer, do not place the compu ter directly on your lap or o bstruct the computer air ven ts. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do n ot allow another hard surface, such as an adjoinin g optional printer, or a soft surface, such [...]

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    iv Safety warning no tice[...]

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    Table of contents 1 Start ing righ t ..... ............ ......... ............ ......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ......... ... ........... .......... ......... ..... 1 Best practices ................ .......... .......... .............. .......... .......... .......... ............ .......... .......... ........ ..[...]

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    Using B luetooth wireless device s ........... ............. ................ ................ ............. ................ . 18 Connect ing to a wired n etwor k ..... ......... ......... .......... ....... ........... ........ ......... ......... .......... ....... ... .. ........ 19 Conne cting to a local a rea netw ork (L AN) ...... ..........[...]

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    Edge s wipes .... ........... ................ ........... ............... ............ .............. ............. .............. ..... ... 37 Right- edge swip e ................ ...................... .................. ...................... ................ 37 Left-edge swipe ...... ........ ......... .......... ......... ........ ......... ..[...]

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    8 Maintaining your computer ............. .......... ........ ..... .......... ............. .......... .......... ........... ........ ......... .......... ..... 54 Improvi ng per formance ...... ........... .............. ........... .............. ........... .............. ........... ............. ..... ........ 54 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (sele[...]

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    Using the HP Recovery pa rtition to recover a minimized image (select models only) ........... ........ ........... ........ ......... ........... ......... ......... .......... ......... ....... 71 Using HP Rec overy med ia to reco ver ............. ............. .................. .................. . 72 Changing t he com puter boo t order ..... [...]

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    1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool de signed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn abou t best practices after setup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to get more HP resources. Best practices To get the most out of your smart inve stment, after you set up a nd register the computer, we recom[...]

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    Fun things to do ● You know that you can watch a YouTube video on the compute r. But did you know that you can also connect your compu ter to a TV or gaming conso le? For more in formation, see Connecti ng an HDMI device on page 25 . ● You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream live radio to the [...]

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    More HP resources You have already u sed Setup I nstructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate product details , how-to informat ion, and more, use th is table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features. Windows 8 Basics guide ● Overview of using and nav igating with Windows® 8. Help [...]

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    2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware an d software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type c , and then select Control Panel . 2. Select System and Security , and then in the System area, select Device Mana ger . A list displays all the devices installed [...]

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    Right side Component Description (1) Security cable slot Attaches an optiona l 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) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an opt ional computer headse t microphone, stereo array microphone, or[...]

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    Left side Component Description (1) RJ-45 (network) status lights ( 2) ● White (left): The network is connected. ● Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the network. (2) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (3) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or au[...]

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    Component Description (6) Hard drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: For information about HP 3D Dr iveGuard, see Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) on page 54 . (7) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The compute[...]

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    Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turn s off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wire less signa ls to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). ([...]

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    Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (2) TouchPad light ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on the s creen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an e xternal mouse. (5) Right[...]

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    Lights Component Description (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state, which is an energy-saving mode. The comp uter shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amoun[...]

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    Button, speakers, and subwoofer Component Description (1) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button down briefly to exit Hibernation CAUTION: Pressing and hold ing [...]

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    Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system informatio n when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the b key or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Returns you to the Start screen from an open a pp or the Desktop. NOTE: Pressing the Windows logo key ag[...]

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    Bottom Component Description Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom 13[...]

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    Labels The labels affixed to the computer provid e inform ation you may need wh en you troubles hoot system problems or travel internationa lly with the comput er. The labels are in e asily accessible locations. ● Service label—Provides important information, including the following : NOTE: Your label may look slightly diffe rent from the illus[...]

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    3 Connecting to a network Your computer can tr avel with you wh erever you go. But even at home, you can explor e the globe and access inform ation from millions of we bsites using your computer and a wire d or wireless network connection. This chapter will hel p you get connected to that world. Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology [...]

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    The wireless light indicates th e overall power stat e o f your wireless devices, n ot the status of individual devices. If the wireless light is white, at least one wireless device is on. If the wireless li ght is off, all wireless devices are off. NOTE: On some models , the wirele ss light is amber when all wireless de vices are off. Because the [...]

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    Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN an d connect to the In ternet, you need the following eq uipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-spee d Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ● A wireless router (2) (purchased separately) ● A wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wireless rout[...]

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    Wireless encryption uses security settings to en crypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the network. For more info rmation, from the Start screen, type h , and then select Help and Support . Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is on, the wireless light is on.[...]

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    Connecting to a wired network There are 2 kinds of wired conn ections: local area network (LAN) and mo dem connection. A LAN connection use s a network cable and is much faster than a modem connectio n, which uses a telephone cable. Bot h cables are sold sepa rately. WARNING! To reduce the risk of el ectric shock, fire , or damag e to the equi pmen[...]

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    2. Plug the modem ca ble into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2) . NOTE: If the modem cable cont ains noise suppressio n circuitry (3) , which prevents interference from TV and rad io reception, orient the circu itr y end of the cabl e toward the computer. Connecting a country- or region- specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country [...]

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    4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP comput er as an enterta inment hub to socialize via the webcam, e njoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your comput er an even more powerf ul entertainment center, connect externa l devi ces like a TV, or speakers and he adphones. Multimedia Features Here are some of th [...]

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    Component Description (4) USB 2.0 charging port Connects an optional USB device. The USB 2.0 charging port can also charge select models of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is off. NOTE: A charging USB port (also referred to as a powered USB port) allows you to charg e connected USB devices. Standard USB ports will not charge all[...]

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    Using the webcam Your computer has an inte grated webcam, a powerful social netw orking tool that allows you to communicate up clo se with friends and collea gues, nex t d oor or on the other side of the world . With the webcam, yo u can stream video with you r instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start[...]

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    Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel Use Beats Audio Control Panel to view and manually control a udio and bass settin gs. ▲ To open Beats Audio Control Panel, from Start screen, typ e c , select Control Pane l , select Hardware and Sound , and then select Beats Audio Co ntrol Panel . Enabling and di sabling Beats Audio ▲ To enable or disab le B[...]

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    Connecting an HDMI device NOTE: To connect an HDMI device to your computer , you need an HDMI cable, sold separa tely. To see the computer scre en image on a h igh-definit ion TV or monitor, connect the hig h-definition device according to the following instructions. 1. Connect one end of th e HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the compu ter. 2. Connec[...]

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    Configuring HDMI audio settings HDMI is the only video interface th at supports high-definition vid eo and audi o . After you connect an HDMI TV to the computer, you can then turn on HDMI audi o by following these steps: 1. From the Windows desktop, ri ght-click or tap and hold the Speakers ico n in the notif ication a rea, at the far ri ght of the[...]

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    5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navi gation using touch gestures (select mode ls only) in addition to the keyboard and mo use. Touch gestu res can be used on your comp uter TouchPad or on a to uch screen (select models only). NOTE: An external USB mo use (purchased se parately) can be conn e[...]

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    Using the TouchPad The TouchPa d allows you to naviga te the computer with s imple finger mo vements. You can customize the to uch gestures by cha nging settings, b utton configurations, click speed , and pointer options. From the Start screen, typ e c to display the Apps list. Select Control Panel , and then select Hardware an d Sound . Under Devi[...]

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    Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad all ows you to control th e po inter on the screen us ing your fingers. TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you would use th e corresponding button s on a external mouse. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are n ot supported in all apps. To view a demonst ration of ea ch gesture: 1. From the Start screen, [...]

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    Scrolling Scrolling is useful for mo ving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. ● Place two fingers slightly apart on the Touc hPad zone and then drag them up, down, left, or right. Pinching/zooming Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers tog ether on th e T ouchPad zone and then [...]

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    Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn i tems such as photos. ● Point to an object, then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in the TouchPad zone. Using yo ur right hand, slide yo ur forefinger in a sweeping motion from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reve rse the rotation, move your forefing er from 3 o’clock to 12 o ’[...]

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    Flicking (select models only) Flicking allows you to navigate th rough scr eens or q uickly scroll through d ocuments. ● Place three fingers o n the TouchPad zo ne and f lick you r fingers in a light, quick motion up, down, left or right. Edge swipes Edge swipes allow you to perform ta sks such as changing settin gs and finding o r using apps. 32[...]

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    Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reveals the charms, which let you search, share, start apps, access devices, or change setting s. ● Swipe your finger gently from the right edg e to display the charms. Top-edge swipe The top-edge swipe allows you to access All Apps available on the Start screen. IMPORTANT: Wh en an app is active , the top-ed[...]

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    Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe reveals your ope n apps so that you can switch to them quickly. ● Swipe from the le ft edge of the TouchPad to switch between apps. 34 Chapter 5 Naviga ting using touch gestures, poin ting device s and the keyboard[...]

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    Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to control item s on the screen directly with your fingers. TIP: On touch scr een computers, you can perform th e gestures on the screen or on the TouchPad. You can also perfor m on-screen actions with the keyboard and mouse. One-finger slide The one-finge r slide i[...]

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    Tapping To make an on-scre en selection, use th e tap function. ● Use one finger to tap an object on the screen to make a selection. Double-tap an item to ope n it. NOTE: Press and hold your fing er on an object to open a help scree n that provides information about the object. Pinching/stretching Pinching and stre tching allows you to zoom out o[...]

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    Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn i tems such as photos. ● Anchor the forefinger of yo ur left hand on the object you want to rotate. Using you r right hand, slide your forefinge r around in a swe eping motion from 1 2 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your forefing er from 3 o’clock to 12 o ’cloc[...]

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    Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe reveals your ope n apps so that you can switch to them quickly. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the left ed ge of the display bezel to switch between apps. Without lifting your finger, swipe back toward the left edge to display all open apps. Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe The top-edge swipe or bot[...]

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    Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mo use allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functio ns as you do by using tou ch gestures. The keyboard also allows you to use action keys an d hot keys to perform specif ic functions. TIP: The Windows logo key on the keyboard allows you to quickly retu rn to the Start screen [...]

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    Icon Key Descriptio n f7 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD , a DVD, or a BD. f8 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD. f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key. f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally as lon g as you hold down the key. f11 Mutes or restores spe[...]

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    Using the hot keys A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key or the b key. To use a hot key: ▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press th e second key of the combination. Function Hot key Description Display system information. fn + esc Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version numbe[...]

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    6 Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. Wh en the computer is only running on batte ry power and an AC power source is not a vailable to charge the battery, it is important to monitor and co nserve the battery charge . Your computer supports power pl ans to manage how your computer uses and con serves p[...]

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    NOTE: Rapid Start Techno logy can be disabl ed in Setup Utilit y (BIOS). If you want to be able to initiate the Hibern ation state, you must enable us er-initiated Hibernatio n using Power Options. Se e Enabling and Exiti ng User-Initiated Hibernation on pa ge 43 . Initiating and e xiting Sleep With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in an y o[...]

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    Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a p assword when the comp uter exits Sleep or Hibernation , follow these steps: 1. From the Start screen, type power , se lect Settings , and then select Power Option s from the list of applications. 2. In the le ft pane, s elect Require a password on wakeup . 3. Select Change [...]

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    Using the power meter and power settings The power meter is located on the Windows deskto p. The power meter allo ws you to quickly access power settings and view the remai ning battery ch arge. ● To display the perce ntage of remaining battery cha rge and the current p ower plan, on the Windows Desktop, point over the power meter icon. ● To us[...]

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    Start screen, an d then select Bat tery and pe rforman ce . If Battery Check i ndicat es that yo ur batte ry should be replaced, contact support. Finding battery information To monitor the sta tus of your batt ery, or if the ba ttery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in HP Support Assistant. To access battery information, select the [...]

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    Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external p ower is available ● Connect an AC a dapter. ● Connect an optio nal docking or expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purch ased as an accessory from HP. Resolving a low battery level wh en no power source is available Save your work an d shut down th e [...]

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    When you disconne ct external AC pow er, the followi ng events occur : ● The computer switches to battery po wer. ● The display bright ness automaticall y decreases to save battery life. ● The power meter ico n on the Windows desktop cha nges appearance. Troubleshooting an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the com put er e xhibits any of th e[...]

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    HP CoolSense (select models only) HP CoolSense automatically detects when the comput er is not in a stationary p osition and adjusts performa nce and fan settin gs to keep the su rface temperat ure of your compu ter at the optimum level of comfort. When HP CoolSense is off, the position of the co mputer is not detected, a n d the performan ce and f[...]

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    If the computer is unre sponsive and yo u are unable to us e the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency p rocedures in th e sequence provided : ● Press ctrl + alt + delet e , select Power , and then select Shut Down . ● Press and hold the po wer button for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from exte rnal power.[...]

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    7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digita l storage devices that help you store, manage, share, an d access information. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid st ate drive that stores yo ur computer's software, operating system, and also provides stor age for all of your personal files. For added capacity or func tiona[...]

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    ▲ Connect the USB cab le for the device to the USB po rt. NOTE: The USB port on your compu ter may look slig htly different from the illustration in this section. NOTE: The first time you co nnect a USB device, a messag e displays on th e Desktop and an icon appears in the notification a rea, letting you know that the device is recognized by the [...]

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    Inserting and removing a digital storage card To insert a digita l storage card: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connecto rs facing the computer. 2. Insert the card into the digi tal storage slot, and then press in on the card [...]

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    8 Maintaining your computer It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep you r computer in optimal con dition. This chapter provides information abou t improving the perfo rmance of your comp uter by running to ols such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Clea nup. It also p rovides informati on about updati ng your programs and drive rs, instr[...]

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    HP recommends defragmen ting your hard d riv e at least o nce a month. You may se t Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly sche dule, but you can defrag ment your computer manually at any time. To run Disk Defra gmenter: 1. Connect the compu ter to AC power. 2. From the Start screen, type disk , select Settings , and then select Defragm ent and opti[...]

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    Use a pre-moistened g ermicidal wipe to clean the si des and cover. Fibrous materials, such as paper towels, can scratch the computer. NOTE: When cleaning the cover of the computer, use a circular motion to a id in removing di rt and debris. Cleaning the Touc hPad and keyboard CAUTION: Never allow liquids to drip be tween the keys on the keybo ard,[...]

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    and in hazardous loca tions. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device , ask for authorization to us e your com puter before you turn it on. ● If you are trave ling internationa lly, follow these sugg estions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs re gulations for ea ch country or region on your itinerary.[...]

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    9 Securing your computer and information Computer security is essential for protectin g the confiden tiality, integrity, and avail ability of your information. Standard se curity solutions provided by the Windows operating syste m, HP applications, the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other third- party software can help protect your computer [...]

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    ● Change your passwords at least every three months. ● An ideal password is lon g and has letters, punctu ation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you send your computer for se rvice, back up your files, delete c onfidential files, and then remove all passwor d settings. For additional informa tion about Windows passwor ds, such as screen-sav er[...]

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    To set, change, or delete an admini strator or power-on pass word in Setup Utility (BIOS): 1. To start Setup Utility (BIO S), turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc , and then press f10 . 2. Use the arrow keys to select Security , and then fo llow the on-screen instru ctions. Your changes take effe ct when the computer restarts. Using I[...]

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    security breaches and computer viruses, install al l critica l updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert. To be sure that all a vailable updates are in st alled on the computer, obs erve these guidelin es: ● Run Windows Up date as soon as po ssible afte r you set up your computer. From the Start screen, type u , select Settings , and[...]

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    3. Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot on the compute r (3) , and then lock the security cable lock with the key. 4. Remove the key and keep it in a safe place. 62 Chapter 9 Securin g your computer and information[...]

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    10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Setup Utility, or Basic In put/Output System (BIOS), controls co mmunication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives , display, keyboard, mous e, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the sta rtup sequence of t[...]

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    Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an u nsuccessful installation, downlo ad and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reli able external power u sing the AC adapter. Do not d ownload or install a BIOS up date while the computer is running on batte ry power, docked in an optional[...]

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    To start System Diagnostics: 1. Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc , and then press f2 . 2. Select the diagnostic test you want to run, and then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If you need to stop a diagno stic test while it is ru nning, press esc . Using System Diagnostics 65[...]

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    11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Your computer includes t ools provided by HP and the operating system to help you safeguard your information and re trieve it if you ever need to . These tools wi ll help you return your computer to a proper working state or even back to the original factory state , all with simple steps. This chapter provid[...]

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    Creating recovery media and backups Recovery after a system failure is only as good as your most recent backup. 1. After you successfully set up the computer, crea te HP Recovery media. This step creates a backup of the HP R ecovery partition on the computer. T he backup can be u sed to reinstall the original operating system in cases where the har[...]

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    ● To create recovery discs, your co mputer must have an optical dr ive with DVD writer capability, and you must use only high- quality blank DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL discs. Do not use rewritable discs su ch as CD±RW, DVD±RW, do uble-layer DVD±RW, or BD-RE (rewrit able Blu-ray) discs; they are not compatible with HP Recovery Manager sof[...]

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    Restore and recovery There are several options for re covering your system. Choose the method that best matches your situation and leve l of expertise: ● If you need to restore your p e rsonal files and data, you can use Windows File History to restore your information from the backups you created. For more information and steps for using File Hi[...]

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    Using Windows Refresh fo r quick and easy recovery When your computer is not work ing properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allo ws you to start fres h a nd keep what is importan t to you. IMPORTANT: Refresh re moves any traditional applications that were not origina lly installed on the system at the factory.[...]

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    To use the Start screen: 1. On the Start screen, point to the far-ri ght upper or lower corner o f the screen to display the charms. 2. Select Settings . 3. Select Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of th e screen, and then select General from the PC settings screen. 4. Under Remove everythi ng and reinstall Windows , select Get starte d[...]

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    To start HP Recovery Manager fr om the HP Recovery partition: 1. Press f11 while the compute r boots. – or – Press and hold f1 1 as you press the po wer button. 2. Choose your keyboard layout. 3. Select Troubleshoot from the bo ot options menu. 4. Select HP Recovery Manager , and fol low the on-screen instructions. Using HP Recovery media to re[...]

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    Removing the HP R ecovery partition HP Recovery Manager software a llows you to remove the HP Recov ery partit ion to free up ha rd drive space. IMPORTANT: Remo ving the HP Recovery partition means you can no longer use Win dows Refresh, the Windows Remove e verything and reinstall Windows option, or the HP Recovery Manager option for minimized ima[...]

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    12 Specifications Input power The power information in this section may be helpfu l if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer op erates on DC power, whi ch 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 comp uter can be powered from a standalone [...]

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    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 alti tude (unpressurized) Operating -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating -15 m to 12,192 m -5[...]

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    13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the rele ase of static electricity wh en tw o objects come into contact—for example, the sho ck you receive wh en you walk across th e carpet and touc h a metal door knob . A discharge of static ele ctricity from fingers or other electrostati c conductors may damage electronic components. To p[...]

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    Index Symbols/Numerics 2–finger click 31 A AC adapter 5 AC adapter, testing 48 action keys decrease screen brightness 39 Help and Suppo rt 39 identifying 12 increase screen brightness 39 next track or section 40 play, pause, resume 40 previous track or section 39 switch screen image 39 volume down 40 volume mute 40 volume up 40 wireless 40 antivi[...]

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    high-definition devi ces, connecting 25, 26 hot keys bass settings 41 description 41 display system information 41 using 41 HP 3D DriveGuard 54 HP and third-party software updates, installing 61 HP Recovery Manager 71 correcting boot problems 72 starting 72 HP Recovery media creating 67 recovery 72 HP Recovery partition 72 recovery 71 removing 73 h[...]

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    restore Windows F ile History 69 right-edge swipe 37 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 30 security cable lock, installing 61 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 serial number, computer 14 service labels locating 14 setting password prot ection on wakeup 44 setup of WLAN 17 Setup U[...]