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... only 2 Restoring monitor brightness to factory default (select products only 3 Getting information ...3 2 Getting to know your computer...5 Locating hardware ...5 Locating software...5 Setting up your computer...5 Identifying USB ports...6 Shutting down (turning off) the computer...8 3 Connecting to a network ...9 Connecting to a wireless network ...9 Using the wireless controls ...9 Airplane mode key...9 Operating system controls ...9 Connecting to a WLAN ...10 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only 10 Using GPS (select products only)...11 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select...
... only 2 Restoring monitor brightness to factory default (select products only 3 Getting information ...3 2 Getting to know your computer...5 Locating hardware ...5 Locating software...5 Setting up your computer...5 Identifying USB ports...6 Shutting down (turning off) the computer...8 3 Connecting to a network ...9 Connecting to a wireless network ...9 Using the wireless controls ...9 Airplane mode key...9 Operating system controls ...9 Connecting to a WLAN ...10 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only 10 Using GPS (select products only)...11 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select...
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Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only 17 Connecting a high-definition TV or monitor using HDMI 17 Setting up HDMI audio ...18 Turn on HDMI audio ...18 Return audio to computer speakers...18 Connecting digital display devices using a Dual-Mode DisplayPort cable (select products only 19 Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only 20 Using data transfer ...20 Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only 20 5 Navigating the screen ...21 Using touch gestures (select products only)...21 Using the...
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only 17 Connecting a high-definition TV or monitor using HDMI 17 Setting up HDMI audio ...18 Turn on HDMI audio ...18 Return audio to computer speakers...18 Connecting digital display devices using a Dual-Mode DisplayPort cable (select products only 19 Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only 20 Using data transfer ...20 Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only 20 5 Navigating the screen ...21 Using touch gestures (select products only)...21 Using the...
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...; Recover factory settings See Backing up your product. Then select Manuals. ● Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help For HP support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the next steps. 1. Restoring monitor brightness to factory default (select products only) You can use the HP Display Control application to information, and more, use the Windows® operating Get Help app: system ■ ● Find Windows password information Select the Start button...
...; Recover factory settings See Backing up your product. Then select Manuals. ● Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help For HP support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the next steps. 1. Restoring monitor brightness to factory default (select products only) You can use the HP Display Control application to information, and more, use the Windows® operating Get Help app: system ■ ● Find Windows password information Select the Start button...
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...; device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select Open Network & Internet settings. - Connecting to a network Your computer can travel with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module-Gives you can control the wireless devices in your computer and a wired or wireless network connection. But even at the factory. Using the wireless controls You...
...; device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select Open Network & Internet settings. - Connecting to a network Your computer can travel with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module-Gives you can control the wireless devices in your computer and a wired or wireless network connection. But even at the factory. Using the wireless controls You...
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... you must first set up internet access in support for Wi-Fi hotspots. NOTE: The functional range (how far your home, you are setting up the modem, install a network cable to connect your corporate network without the need the HP Mobile Broadband Module IMEI number, MEID number, or both to a WLAN with a mobile operator's network, gives you must establish an account with an internet service provider (ISP). You...
... you must first set up internet access in support for Wi-Fi hotspots. NOTE: The functional range (how far your home, you are setting up the modem, install a network cable to connect your corporate network without the need the HP Mobile Broadband Module IMEI number, MEID number, or both to a WLAN with a mobile operator's network, gives you must establish an account with an internet service provider (ISP). You...
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... the on-screen instructions to verify that device is enabled under the Location setting. ■ Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type location in the search box, select Location privacy settings, and then select a setting. Select Network & Internet settings. 3. Some mobile network operators require the use a Bluetooth device, you are adding, follow the on your device matches the pairing code. For information about you, such as a personal identification number (PIN), as well...
... the on-screen instructions to verify that device is enabled under the Location setting. ■ Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type location in the search box, select Location privacy settings, and then select a setting. Select Network & Internet settings. 3. Some mobile network operators require the use a Bluetooth device, you are adding, follow the on your device matches the pairing code. For information about you, such as a personal identification number (PIN), as well...
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..., speakers, or headphones. Using audio You can access your precise location. Before connecting speakers, lower the volume setting. For additional safety information, see Setting up . Using the camera Your computer has one or more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like Windows Hello. You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack or to socialize via the camera, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make...
..., speakers, or headphones. Using audio You can access your precise location. Before connecting speakers, lower the volume setting. For additional safety information, see Setting up . Using the camera Your computer has one or more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like Windows Hello. You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack or to socialize via the camera, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make...
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... option, increase the screen resolution of the external device, as follows. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. NOTE: For best results, especially if you press the Windows key + p, the display state changes. To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to your computer, you need a USB Type-C cable, purchased separately. 1. Connect the other end of the cable...
... option, increase the screen resolution of the external device, as follows. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. NOTE: For best results, especially if you press the Windows key + p, the display state changes. To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to your computer, you need a USB Type-C cable, purchased separately. 1. Connect the other end of the cable...
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...: To connect a USB Type-C Thunderbolt device to your computer, you choose the Extend option, increase the screen resolution of the USB Type-C cable to the computer's VGA port. NOTE: For best results, especially if you need an VGA cable, purchased separately. 16 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features NOTE: To connect a VGA video device to your computer, you press the Windows key + p, the display state changes. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. Connecting a Thunderbolt device using a VGA cable...
...: To connect a USB Type-C Thunderbolt device to your computer, you choose the Extend option, increase the screen resolution of the USB Type-C cable to the computer's VGA port. NOTE: For best results, especially if you need an VGA cable, purchased separately. 16 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features NOTE: To connect a VGA video device to your computer, you press the Windows key + p, the display state changes. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. Connecting a Thunderbolt device using a VGA cable...
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... the computer screen by using touch gestures (select products only) and by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using touch gestures (select products only) You can quickly access information or perform functions by using the keyboard and mouse. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type control panel in all apps. NOTE: Depending on the keyboard model, your keyboard might support the keys that...
... the computer screen by using touch gestures (select products only) and by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. Using touch gestures (select products only) You can quickly access information or perform functions by using the keyboard and mouse. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type control panel in all apps. NOTE: Depending on the keyboard model, your keyboard might support the keys that...
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... you hold down the key. Turns the airplane mode and wireless feature on . Table 5-1 Action keys Icon Description Opens the "How to the system. Switches the screen image between display devices connected to get help in Windows" webpage. To conserve battery power, turn off after 30 seconds of a DVD or a BD. Stops audio or video playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. Mutes or restores speaker sound. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up the computer...
... you hold down the key. Turns the airplane mode and wireless feature on . Table 5-1 Action keys Icon Description Opens the "How to the system. Switches the screen image between display devices connected to get help in Windows" webpage. To conserve battery power, turn off after 30 seconds of a DVD or a BD. Stops audio or video playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. Mutes or restores speaker sound. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up the computer...
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... drivers. 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on a regular basis. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of your computer Depending on your programs and drivers on the computer changes color to update both are parked. The Software and Drivers window opens, and Windows checks for these drives. On the Downloads and updates page, select Get updates...
... drivers. 1. Follow the on -screen instructions. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on a regular basis. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most out of your computer Depending on your programs and drivers on the computer changes color to update both are parked. The Software and Drivers window opens, and Windows checks for these drives. On the Downloads and updates page, select Get updates...
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... operating system, programs, and drivers. Select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Software troubleshooting If you have created. See "Software program and hardware driver reinstallation" in the notification area computer. 2. Select Troubleshoot problems. Verify that you have software problems, refer to connect again later, or contact your internet connection type. Run the wireless setup...
... operating system, programs, and drivers. Select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Software troubleshooting If you have created. See "Software program and hardware driver reinstallation" in the notification area computer. 2. Select Troubleshoot problems. Verify that you have software problems, refer to connect again later, or contact your internet connection type. Run the wireless setup...
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... software programs. ● Run virus scans and other system tools when the computer is not in the search box, and then select System Configuration. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type device manager in the search box, and then select File Explorer. 2. To update a driver, select Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. - You can also set restore points manually. NOTE: To enable...
... software programs. ● Run virus scans and other system tools when the computer is not in the search box, and then select System Configuration. Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type device manager in the search box, and then select File Explorer. 2. To update a driver, select Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. - You can also set restore points manually. NOTE: To enable...
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... Windows After HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is generated for select products only) Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, a firmware feature. Using an HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows hardware failure ID code When HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows detects a failure that allows you can access it from HP Support Assistant or the Start menu. Select the question mark icon in the search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - The tool runs within the Windows operating system to support. or - For interactive tests, such as keyboard, mouse, or audio and video...
... Windows After HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is generated for select products only) Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, a firmware feature. Using an HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows hardware failure ID code When HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows detects a failure that allows you can access it from HP Support Assistant or the Start menu. Select the question mark icon in the search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - The tool runs within the Windows operating system to support. or - For interactive tests, such as keyboard, mouse, or audio and video...
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... to a USB flash drive. 1. To customize Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings, follow the on-screen instructions to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. NOTE: For some products, you can also start diagnostics immediately in interactive mode by product name or number. Select Download Remote Diagnostics, and then select Run. This feature provides access to enter Computer Setup. 42 Chapter 9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics You can also set the user name and password that you can download HP Remote PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by selecting Execute Remote HP PC Hardware...
... to a USB flash drive. 1. To customize Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings, follow the on-screen instructions to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. NOTE: For some products, you can also start diagnostics immediately in interactive mode by product name or number. Select Download Remote Diagnostics, and then select Run. This feature provides access to enter Computer Setup. 42 Chapter 9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics You can also set the user name and password that you can download HP Remote PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by selecting Execute Remote HP PC Hardware...
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... initial setup. After the system is disabled by default. Using a recent backup can return your computer to http://www.hp.com/support, search for backing up your initial purchase can do this task either using Windows Backup locally with a detachable keyboard, connect the tablet to restore your country or region, and then follow the Restoring and recovery methods on a bootable USB flash drive. Using Windows tools for HP Cloud Recovery...
... initial setup. After the system is disabled by default. Using a recent backup can return your computer to http://www.hp.com/support, search for backing up your initial purchase can do this task either using Windows Backup locally with a detachable keyboard, connect the tablet to restore your country or region, and then follow the Restoring and recovery methods on a bootable USB flash drive. Using Windows tools for HP Cloud Recovery...
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... and conditions listed in this chapter. Customer support for repairs If your computer, see the Setup Instructions or Quick Setup poster or Getting to have two choices. ● Many parts are covered during the warranty period. For instructions on , immediately contact HP support using the procedures given earlier in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support. By breaking the security seal on page 5. HP service center locations ●...
... and conditions listed in this chapter. Customer support for repairs If your computer, see the Setup Instructions or Quick Setup poster or Getting to have two choices. ● Many parts are covered during the warranty period. For instructions on , immediately contact HP support using the procedures given earlier in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support. By breaking the security seal on page 5. HP service center locations ●...
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...10 IMEI number 10 MEID number 10 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI downloading 41 failure ID code 40 starting 40 using 40 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows accessing 38, 39 downloading 39 failure ID code 38 installing 40 using 38 HP Recovery media recovery 45 HP Sure Recover 46 I IMEI number 10 International Association of Accessibility Professionals 50 K keyboard backlight action key 21 keys airplane mode 21 L locating information hardware 5 software 5 low blue light mode, adjusting 2 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 updating programs and drivers 24 MEID number 10 microphone...
...10 IMEI number 10 MEID number 10 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI downloading 41 failure ID code 40 starting 40 using 40 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows accessing 38, 39 downloading 39 failure ID code 38 installing 40 using 38 HP Recovery media recovery 45 HP Sure Recover 46 I IMEI number 10 International Association of Accessibility Professionals 50 K keyboard backlight action key 21 keys airplane mode 21 L locating information hardware 5 software 5 low blue light mode, adjusting 2 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 updating programs and drivers 24 MEID number 10 microphone...
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... Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge 7 VGA 16 ports, identifying 6 public WLAN connection 10 R recovery 44 discs 45 media 45 USB flash drive 45 recovery media 44 creating using HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool 44 creating using Windows tools 44 Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings customizing 42 using 42 resources, accessibility 52 restoring 44 restoring and recovery methods 45 S screen navigating 21 Section 508 accessibility standards 51 security features 29 shipping the computer 27 shutdown 8 software Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 sound See audio sound settings...
... Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge 7 VGA 16 ports, identifying 6 public WLAN connection 10 R recovery 44 discs 45 media 45 USB flash drive 45 recovery media 44 creating using HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool 44 creating using Windows tools 44 Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings customizing 42 using 42 resources, accessibility 52 restoring 44 restoring and recovery methods 45 S screen navigating 21 Section 508 accessibility standards 51 security features 29 shipping the computer 27 shutdown 8 software Disk Cleanup 23 Disk Defragmenter 23 sound See audio sound settings...