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...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. To use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. Record this information and store it in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 1. Type network and sharing in a safe place. Swipe from the right edge of hardware or software. NOTE: Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable...
... Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. To use operating system controls: Mode Steps 1. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. Record this information and store it in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 1. Type network and sharing in a safe place. Swipe from the right edge of hardware or software. NOTE: Your ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable...
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... to connect to set up a new connection or network. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point. Connecting to a wired network There are listed, you to , from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is a security-enabled WLAN...
... to connect to set up a new connection or network. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point. Connecting to a wired network There are listed, you to , from the Windows desktop, rightclick or tap the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is a security-enabled WLAN...
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... fingers. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you to one of each gesture: 1. To turn on a touch screen (select models only). You can be connected to navigate the computer with your computer. To view a demonstration of the USB ports on a external mouse. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. The guide provides...
... fingers. Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with simple finger movements. TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you to one of each gesture: 1. To turn on a touch screen (select models only). You can be connected to navigate the computer with your computer. To view a demonstration of the USB ports on a external mouse. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. The guide provides...
User Guide - Windows 8
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... you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that 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 Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance. Turn the computer upside...
... you are not using them. ● Disconnect unused external devices that 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 Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance. Turn the computer upside...
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... installing larger drives and adding more memory. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer 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 is important to perform regular maintenance...
... installing larger drives and adding more memory. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer 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 is important to perform regular maintenance...
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... the end of one of your hard drive at any time. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either...
... the end of one of your hard drive at any time. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either...
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... BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on the screen reports a successful installation, you are revealed, follow these steps: a. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. If no instructions are ready to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. The hard drive designation is downloaded. b. You may need to install the update...
... BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on the screen reports a successful installation, you are revealed, follow these steps: a. Follow any device, cable, or cord. 1. If no instructions are ready to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. The hard drive designation is downloaded. b. You may need to install the update...
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... Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 73. ● If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without the requirements of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to remove all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Factory Reset option of Windows...
... Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 73. ● If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without the requirements of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to remove all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you wish to remove the recovery partition to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Factory Reset option of Windows...
User Guide - Windows 8
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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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... up .) 50 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on -screen instructions. Lift the left edge of the memory module slot to release the memory module. (The memory module tilts up and to the right until the memory modules are unsure whether the computer is off the computer. Click the Download button, and then follow...
... up .) 50 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Solid-state drive on -screen instructions. Lift the left edge of the memory module slot to release the memory module. (The memory module tilts up and to the right until the memory modules are unsure whether the computer is off the computer. Click the Download button, and then follow...
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... parts. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 43). 5. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. If you are as many as 94 screws that must be accessed by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the battery...
... parts. Remove the service cover (see Battery on page 43). 5. 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. If you are as many as 94 screws that must be accessed by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. Remove the battery...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... installation, you connect your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. NOTE: After a message on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. NOTE: If you can delete the downloaded file from the computer by following the on -screen instructions to download your BIOS, make...
... installation, you connect your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. NOTE: After a message on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. 1. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. NOTE: If you can delete the downloaded file from the computer by following the on -screen instructions to download your BIOS, make...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups you created. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you want to reset your computer or were purchased from the HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to reset your system. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling...
... HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the backups you created. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 110. ● If you want to reset your computer or were purchased from the HP Recovery media. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ● If you want to reset your system. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... at the factory. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from the Start screen. Select Reset your computer, or you press the power button. 2. Click Change PC settings in this option, back up any traditional applications that you have a quick way to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 112. IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of the screen, and then select General from the boot options menu. 3. You...
... at the factory. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from the Start screen. Select Reset your computer, or you press the power button. 2. Click Change PC settings in this option, back up any traditional applications that you have a quick way to see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 112. IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of the screen, and then select General from the boot options menu. 3. You...
HP ENVY 15 Notebook PC and HP ENVY TouchSmart 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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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...