User Guide - Windows 8
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... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...12 Bottom ...13 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...15 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Using the wireless controls 15 Using the wireless button 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
... and software information 3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Right side ...4 Left side ...5 Display ...6 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...12 Bottom ...13 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...15 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Using the wireless controls 15 Using the wireless button 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Using an Internet service provider 16 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models...
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Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
Handling drives ...52 Replacing a hard drive ...52 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 55 Using Disk Defragmenter 55 Using Disk Cleanup ...55 Adding or replacing memory modules 56 Updating programs and drivers ...58 Cleaning your computer ...58 Cleaning the display, sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... network). Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you must connect to connect your home, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ● A wireless router (2) (purchased separately) ● A wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have . 16 Chapter 3 Connecting to use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Type network...
... network). Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you must connect to connect your home, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ● A wireless router (2) (purchased separately) ● A wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have . 16 Chapter 3 Connecting to use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. Type network...
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..., notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. A list of Bluetooth devices. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable. Connecting to set up a new connection or network...
..., notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that traditionally link electronic devices such as walls and floors. A list of Bluetooth devices. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable. Connecting to set up a new connection or network...
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... hot key functions on a touch screen (select models only). Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you want to perform routine tasks. From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. Select a gesture to reveal the Apps list. From the Synaptics ClickPad screen, select or clear the check box next to the gesture that you to control the pointer on the screen using your computer TouchPad or on the keyboard to turn a gesture off . 2. Touch...
... hot key functions on a touch screen (select models only). Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you want to perform routine tasks. From the Start screen, type c to activate the demonstration. Select a gesture to reveal the Apps list. From the Synaptics ClickPad screen, select or clear the check box next to the gesture that you to control the pointer on the screen using your computer TouchPad or on the keyboard to turn a gesture off . 2. Touch...
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... power source for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on a flat surface. 2. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Power Options. ● Remove a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support...
... power source for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on a flat surface. 2. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that you are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in Power Options. ● Remove a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support...
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...; Do not type on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of your computer Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. 8 Maintaining your...
...; Do not type on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of your computer Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. 8 Maintaining your...
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... your hard drive at any time. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run more than an hour to complete. Follow the on -screen instructions. Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to free up disk space by deleting unnecessary files. 2. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. NOTE: It is running on battery power. You...
... your hard drive at any time. Select Settings, and then select Free up disk space and help the computer run more than an hour to complete. Follow the on -screen instructions. Using Disk Defragmenter As you can safely delete to free up disk space by deleting unnecessary files. 2. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. NOTE: It is running on battery power. You...
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... external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is complete. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions. 4. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. From the Start screen, type support...
... external power using the AC adapter. Using the hard drive path you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is complete. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for example, filename.exe). Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions. 4. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. From the Start screen, type support...
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... in HP Recovery Manager. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore and recovery There are several options for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the image continue to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you created. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore...
... in HP Recovery Manager. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Restore and recovery There are several options for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in the image continue to recover the computer's original factory partitioning and content, you created. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore...
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... Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
... Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 14 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad 8 C cables USB 50 caps lock light, identifying 9 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 23 cleaning your computer 58 components bottom 13 display 6 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
... memory card reader, identifying 5 memory module identifying 13 inserting 57 removing 56 replacing 56 memory module service door, removing 56 microphone, connecting 22 minimized image creating 73 recovery 73 mouse, external setting preferences 27 mute light, identifying 9 N network jack, identifying 4 num lock key, identifying 40 O operating environment 75 optional external devices, using 50 original system recovery 73 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 34 TouchPad gesture 29 ports HDMI 5, 21, 25 Intel Wireless Display 26 USB 3.0 4, 5, 21 power button...
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restore, Windows File History 71 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 65 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on wakeup 43 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter...
restore, Windows File History 71 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 65 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 17 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on wakeup 43 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 shipping the computer 59 shutdown 48 Sleep exiting 42 initiating 42 slots memory card 5 security cable 5 software critical updates 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 Disk Cleanup 55 Disk Defragmenter...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Self-Repair parts If you are accessible. 2. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Turn off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it up .) 50 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for the most recent BIOS. 8. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 44). Lift the left edge of the memory module slot to...
... Self-Repair parts If you are accessible. 2. Select the operating system, and then click Next. 6. Turn off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it up .) 50 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for the most recent BIOS. 8. Click the Download button, and then follow these steps: 1. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 44). Lift the left edge of the memory module slot to...
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... the power cord from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the service cover (see Battery on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 43). 5. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and...
... the power cord from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the service cover (see Battery on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 43). 5. Turn off or in this chapter should only be removed, replaced, and...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Follow the on your selection to the hard drive. If the update is complete. Click your hard drive. 100 Chapter 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. Follow any instructions that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. Downloading a BIOS update...
... the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Follow the on your selection to the hard drive. If the update is complete. Click your hard drive. 100 Chapter 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. Follow any instructions that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. Downloading a BIOS update...
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..., see Help and Support. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. System Restore allows you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 110. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. 108 Chapter 9 Backing...
..., see Help and Support. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. System Restore allows you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. Other applications included in HP Recovery Manager. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and then follow the on page 110. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. 108 Chapter 9 Backing...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... perform detailed reformatting of your permission or password when using the f11 key or from the boot options menu. 3. NOTE: During Refresh, a list of removed traditional applications will be prompted for more information, see what is important to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on reinstalling traditional applications. Before using this option by using Refresh. Select Troubleshoot from the Start screen. Using Windows Refresh for instructions on page 112. IMPORTANT: Refresh...
... perform detailed reformatting of your permission or password when using the f11 key or from the boot options menu. 3. NOTE: During Refresh, a list of removed traditional applications will be prompted for more information, see what is important to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on reinstalling traditional applications. Before using this option by using Refresh. Select Troubleshoot from the Start screen. Using Windows Refresh for instructions on page 112. IMPORTANT: Refresh...
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... webcam 10 wireless 13 M mass storage device illustrated 28 precautions 38 spare part numbers memory module product description removal 49 spare part numbers 49 microphone location 10 product description microphone jack 17 model name 1 mute light 13 28 5 26, 31, 6 N network jack 17 num lk key 12 O operating system, product description 8 optical drive precautions 38 spare part number 28, 30 P packaging guidelines 40 plastic parts, service considerations 37 pointing device, product description 7 ports HDMI 15 product description 7 USB 3.0 15, 17 power button 11 power button board removal...
... webcam 10 wireless 13 M mass storage device illustrated 28 precautions 38 spare part numbers memory module product description removal 49 spare part numbers 49 microphone location 10 product description microphone jack 17 model name 1 mute light 13 28 5 26, 31, 6 N network jack 17 num lk key 12 O operating system, product description 8 optical drive precautions 38 spare part number 28, 30 P packaging guidelines 40 plastic parts, service considerations 37 pointing device, product description 7 ports HDMI 15 product description 7 USB 3.0 15, 17 power button 11 power button board removal...
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... system board removal 66 spare part numbers 23, 34, 35, 66 T tools required 37 top cover, spare part number 22, 35 TouchPad assembly removal 90 spare part number 23, 35, 90 TouchPad button 14 TouchPad components 14 TouchPad zone 14 transporting guidelines 40 U USB 3.0 port 15, 17 V vent 15, 18 video, product description 6 W webcam 10 webcam light 10 webcam/microphone module removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 64 Windows key 12 wireless antenna locations 10 removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 65 wireless light 13 wireless, product...
... system board removal 66 spare part numbers 23, 34, 35, 66 T tools required 37 top cover, spare part number 22, 35 TouchPad assembly removal 90 spare part number 23, 35, 90 TouchPad button 14 TouchPad components 14 TouchPad zone 14 transporting guidelines 40 U USB 3.0 port 15, 17 V vent 15, 18 video, product description 6 W webcam 10 webcam light 10 webcam/microphone module removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 64 Windows key 12 wireless antenna locations 10 removal 64 spare part number 27, 33, 65 wireless light 13 wireless, product...