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... components 6 Keys ...7 Right side ...8 Left side ...9 Display ...10 Rear ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Networking ...14 Using an Internet service provider ...14 Creating a wireless connection ...15 Identifying wireless and network status icons 15 Turning wireless devices on or off 16 Using HP Connection Manager 16 Using operating system controls 16 Using a WLAN ...16 Connecting to...
... components 6 Keys ...7 Right side ...8 Left side ...9 Display ...10 Rear ...11 Bottom ...12 Labels ...13 3 Networking ...14 Using an Internet service provider ...14 Creating a wireless connection ...15 Identifying wireless and network status icons 15 Turning wireless devices on or off 16 Using HP Connection Manager 16 Using operating system controls 16 Using a WLAN ...16 Connecting to...
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... 5 Multimedia and other features ...29 Using the media activity controls ...29 Audio ...29 Adjusting the volume ...30 Checking audio functions on the computer 30 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 31 Webcam ...31 HDMI ...32 Configuring audio for HDMI 32 6 Managing power ...33 Initiating Sleep or Hibernation ...34 Initiating and exiting...
... 5 Multimedia and other features ...29 Using the media activity controls ...29 Audio ...29 Adjusting the volume ...30 Checking audio functions on the computer 30 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 31 Webcam ...31 HDMI ...32 Configuring audio for HDMI 32 6 Managing power ...33 Initiating Sleep or Hibernation ...34 Initiating and exiting...
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... a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 38 Running on external AC power ...38 Troubleshooting an AC adapter 39 HP CoolSense ...40 Refreshing your software content ...40 Shutting down the computer ...41 7 External cards and devices ...42 Using Digital Media Slot... software ...50 Using firewall software ...50 Installing software updates ...51 Installing Windows security updates 51 Installing HP and third-party software updates 51 Securing your wireless network 51 Backing up your software applications and information 51 10 Backup and recovery ...52 Restoring the ...
... a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 38 Running on external AC power ...38 Troubleshooting an AC adapter 39 HP CoolSense ...40 Refreshing your software content ...40 Shutting down the computer ...41 7 External cards and devices ...42 Using Digital Media Slot... software ...50 Using firewall software ...50 Installing software updates ...51 Installing Windows security updates 51 Installing HP and third-party software updates 51 Securing your wireless network 51 Backing up your software applications and information 51 10 Backup and recovery ...52 Restoring the ...
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... functioning abnormally 63 The computer is on but not responding 64 The computer is unusually warm 64 An external device is not working 64 The wireless network connection is not working 65 Contacting customer support ...65 Appendix B Cleaning your computer ...66 Cleaning the display ...66 Cleaning the sides and cover ...66...
... functioning abnormally 63 The computer is on but not responding 64 The computer is unusually warm 64 An external device is not working 64 The wireless network connection is not working 65 Contacting customer support ...65 Appendix B Cleaning your computer ...66 Cleaning the display ...66 Cleaning the sides and cover ...66...
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..., refer to know your computer on page 4 and Pointing devices and keyboard on your computer's components, such as ports and jacks. Update your wired or wireless network. Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Discover the software that is important to Networking on page 52. 4. Set up and register the computer...
..., refer to know your computer on page 4 and Pointing devices and keyboard on your computer's components, such as ports and jacks. Update your wired or wireless network. Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. Discover the software that is important to Networking on page 52. 4. Set up and register the computer...
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...Power management features Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● Instructions for the following: ◦ Connecting to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Using the multimedia features of injury ● Electrical and mechanical safety information... Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your risk of the computer ◦ Maximizing battery life ◦ Protecting the computer ◦ Performing a ...
...Power management features Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● Instructions for the following: ◦ Connecting to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Using the multimedia features of injury ● Electrical and mechanical safety information... Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your risk of the computer ◦ Maximizing battery life ◦ Protecting the computer ◦ Performing a ...
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... Utility (BIOS)). Top 5 On: The webcam is in use. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is off . Lights Component (1) Power light (2) Webcam light (3) Mute light...
... Utility (BIOS)). Top 5 On: The webcam is in use. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is off . Lights Component (1) Power light (2) Webcam light (3) Mute light...
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... area networks (WLANs). (2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to your computer For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from the outside of the computer. To use the webcam, ...
... area networks (WLANs). (2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to your computer For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from the outside of the computer. To use the webcam, ...
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...the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use. Labels 13 Wireless certification labels are included with the computer: ● Serial number label-Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product ... serial number label is affixed on the bottom of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is...
...the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use. Labels 13 Wireless certification labels are included with the computer: ● Serial number label-Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product ... serial number label is affixed on the bottom of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is...
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... to connect to the Internet in any of the following features will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. The following situations: ◦ You already have an account with an ISP. ◦...some locations)-These icons may be displayed either individually on page 20. 3 Networking Your computer supports two types of Internet access: ● Wireless-Refer to Creating a wireless connection on page 15. ● Wired-Refer to Connecting to a wired network on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder...
... to connect to the Internet in any of the following features will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. The following situations: ◦ You already have an account with an ISP. ◦...some locations)-These icons may be displayed either individually on page 20. 3 Networking Your computer supports two types of Internet access: ● Wireless-Refer to Creating a wireless connection on page 15. ● Wired-Refer to Connecting to a wired network on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder...
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... Your computer may be equipped with one or more information on wireless technology, refer to create and manage WLAN, and Bluetooth connections. Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name HP Connection Manager Description Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you are disabled in Help and Support. Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or...
... Your computer may be equipped with one or more information on wireless technology, refer to create and manage WLAN, and Bluetooth connections. Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name HP Connection Manager Description Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you are disabled in Help and Support. Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or...
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... Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Refer to the HP Connection Manager software Help. Using HP Connection Manager HP Connection Manager provides a central location for information on and turn off wireless devices using HP Connection Manager: ▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the ... button next to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed of the wireless key on connection status and power status. To open HP Connection Manager: ▲ Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, ...
... Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Refer to the HP Connection Manager software Help. Using HP Connection Manager HP Connection Manager provides a central location for information on and turn off wireless devices using HP Connection Manager: ▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the ... button next to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed of the wireless key on connection status and power status. To open HP Connection Manager: ▲ Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, ...
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... connection. Using a WLAN 17 Click Connect. A list of options is on. (Refer to verify the name and status of a wireless router or access point. Select your wireless signals travel) depends on page 16.) 2. You can place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the notification area, at the... sure that the WLAN device is displayed. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, to Turning wireless devices on or off on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the list. 4. Type the code, and then click OK to an...
... connection. Using a WLAN 17 Click Connect. A list of options is on. (Refer to verify the name and status of a wireless router or access point. Select your wireless signals travel) depends on page 16.) 2. You can place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the notification area, at the... sure that the WLAN device is displayed. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, to Turning wireless devices on or off on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from the list. 4. Type the code, and then click OK to an...
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... Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have . The illustration shows an example of modem you set up a new wireless network. As your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet...have a built-in setting up a new network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to determine what type of a completed WLAN network installation that you ...
... Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have . The illustration shows an example of modem you set up a new wireless network. As your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet...have a built-in setting up a new network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to determine what type of a completed WLAN network installation that you ...
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...following precautions to use a combination of both types. ● Wireless encryption-Your computer supports three encryption protocols: ◦ Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) ◦ Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) ◦ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) NOTE: HP recommends that you select WPA2, which is a new AES ... access. If you are available in both data and requests for each computer network. If the attempt is successful, your WLAN. Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can be able to protect your WLAN: ● Firewall-A firewall checks...
...following precautions to use a combination of both types. ● Wireless encryption-Your computer supports three encryption protocols: ◦ Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) ◦ Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) ◦ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) NOTE: HP recommends that you select WPA2, which is a new AES ... access. If you are available in both data and requests for each computer network. If the attempt is successful, your WLAN. Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can be able to protect your WLAN: ● Firewall-A firewall checks...
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For information on the computer. 20 Chapter 3 Networking Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. The inability to consistently connect two or more computers... and the Windows operating system. To connect the network cable: 1. The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on configuring and using Bluetooth devices,...
For information on the computer. 20 Chapter 3 Networking Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices. The inability to consistently connect two or more computers... and the Windows operating system. To connect the network cable: 1. The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on configuring and using Bluetooth devices,...
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NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is a combination of the hotkey combination. Using the hotkeys A hotkey is possible. fn+esc Description Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number. 28 Chapter 4 Pointing devices and keyboard To use a hotkey: ▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the fn key, and the esc key. Icon Key Description f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off. Function Hotkey Display system information.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is a combination of the hotkey combination. Using the hotkeys A hotkey is possible. fn+esc Description Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number. 28 Chapter 4 Pointing devices and keyboard To use a hotkey: ▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the fn key, and the esc key. Icon Key Description f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off. Function Hotkey Display system information.
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... software enables you can preview and save the photo or video recording. For information on using the wireless display. For details about using the wireless adapter, refer to the device manufacturer's instructions. Webcam Your computer includes an integrated webcam, located at...take a photo or record a video. NOTE: Intel Wireless Display does not support 3D playback on Intel Wireless Display. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display allows you to share your computer content wirelessly on your computer before using the webcam, select Start...
... software enables you can preview and save the photo or video recording. For information on using the wireless display. For details about using the wireless adapter, refer to the device manufacturer's instructions. Webcam Your computer includes an integrated webcam, located at...take a photo or record a video. NOTE: Intel Wireless Display does not support 3D playback on Intel Wireless Display. Intel Wireless Display (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display allows you to share your computer content wirelessly on your computer before using the webcam, select Start...
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...; The power meter icon in Setup Utility (BIOS)), or shut down the computer. The battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off wireless when you are not using . ● Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation (if Intel RST has been disabled in the notification area...
...; The power meter icon in Setup Utility (BIOS)), or shut down the computer. The battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off wireless when you are not using . ● Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation (if Intel RST has been disabled in the notification area...
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...software after you set up your software applications and information to http://www.hp.com/support. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that all critical ...wireless network, always enable security features. Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses, install all available updates are released, from the Microsoft website and through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. Installing software updates HP...
...software after you set up your software applications and information to http://www.hp.com/support. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that all critical ...wireless network, always enable security features. Microsoft® sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses, install all available updates are released, from the Microsoft website and through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. Installing software updates HP...