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...45 Power button board ...46 Fans ...48 Heat sink for hybrid graphics memory 49 Heat sink for CPU and graphics ...50 Speakers ...52 System board ...53 RTC battery ...55 Power connector ...56 TouchPad ...58 Display panel ...60 Camera ...65 6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...67 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...67 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...67 Determining the BIOS version ...67 Downloading a BIOS update ...68 7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...69 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 69 8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...71 Creating recovery media and...
...45 Power button board ...46 Fans ...48 Heat sink for hybrid graphics memory 49 Heat sink for CPU and graphics ...50 Speakers ...52 System board ...53 RTC battery ...55 Power connector ...56 TouchPad ...58 Display panel ...60 Camera ...65 6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...67 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...67 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...67 Determining the BIOS version ...67 Downloading a BIOS update ...68 7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...69 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 69 8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...71 Creating recovery media and...
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... key. ● To use an action key, press and hold down the key. Switches the screen image between the navigational and numeric functions on both the computer and the monitor. For example, if a monitor is on . Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold the key. Top 15 When num lock is connected to a simultaneous display on the integrated numeric keypad. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn...
... key. ● To use an action key, press and hold down the key. Switches the screen image between the navigational and numeric functions on both the computer and the monitor. For example, if a monitor is on . Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold the key. Top 15 When num lock is connected to a simultaneous display on the integrated numeric keypad. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn...
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... screw lock size and location during removal and replacement. Select the Download button, and then follow these steps: Update BIOS before adding memory modules Before adding new memory, make sure you update the computer to the computer. 3. Before removing the memory, follow the on-screen instructions. 1. Under the downloads heading, select the BIOS link. 7. CAUTION: Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to http:\\www.hp.com. 2. Disconnect the power from...
... screw lock size and location during removal and replacement. Select the Download button, and then follow these steps: Update BIOS before adding memory modules Before adding new memory, make sure you update the computer to the computer. 3. Before removing the memory, follow the on-screen instructions. 1. Under the downloads heading, select the BIOS link. 7. CAUTION: Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to http:\\www.hp.com. 2. Disconnect the power from...
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... the update. 4. Type file in the taskbar. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Double-click the file that appear on the screen after it to the BIOS version currently installed on your selection to the hard drive. NOTE: If your hard drive. 68 Chapter 6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) At the download...
... the update. 4. Type file in the taskbar. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Double-click the file that appear on the screen after it to the BIOS version currently installed on your selection to the hard drive. NOTE: If your hard drive. 68 Chapter 6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) At the download...
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... on-screen instructions. ● If you want to remove the recovery partition to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you get started app. ● If you can also find contact information from the HP Restore and recovery 73 For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 71. ● If your system. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows...
... on-screen instructions. ● If you want to remove the recovery partition to correct computer issues. ● HP Recovery media must use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you get started app. ● If you can also find contact information from the HP Restore and recovery 73 For more information, see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 71. ● If your system. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows...
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... HDMI port, identifying 9 heat sink spare part number 22, 49 heat sink for CPU and graphics removal 50 spare part numbers 50 heat sink for hybrid graphics memory removal 49 spare part numbers 49 hinge assembly spare part number 25, 60 hinge cap assembly spare part number 25, 60 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 69 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 75 starting 74 HP Recovery media creating 71 recovery 74 HP Recovery partition recovery 74 removing 76 I integrated numeric keypad, identifying 15 internal microphones, identifying 11 J jacks audio...
... HDMI port, identifying 9 heat sink spare part number 22, 49 heat sink for CPU and graphics removal 50 spare part numbers 50 heat sink for hybrid graphics memory removal 49 spare part numbers 49 hinge assembly spare part number 25, 60 hinge cap assembly spare part number 25, 60 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 69 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 75 starting 74 HP Recovery media creating 71 recovery 74 HP Recovery partition recovery 74 removing 76 I integrated numeric keypad, identifying 15 internal microphones, identifying 11 J jacks audio...
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... audio 6 camera 5 chipset 1 color 3 display panel 3 Ethernet 6 external media cards 6 graphics 1 hard drive 5 keyboard 7 mechanical requirements 7 memory module 4 microphone 5 operating system 8 optical drive 5 pointing device 7 ports 6 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 8 serviceability 8 wireless 6 product name 1 product name and number, computer 18 R raw panel spare part number 24 recover options 73 recovery discs 72, 74 HP Recovery Manager 73 media 74 starting 74 supported discs 72 system 73 USB flash drive 74 using HP Recovery media 72 recovery media creating...
... audio 6 camera 5 chipset 1 color 3 display panel 3 Ethernet 6 external media cards 6 graphics 1 hard drive 5 keyboard 7 mechanical requirements 7 memory module 4 microphone 5 operating system 8 optical drive 5 pointing device 7 ports 6 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 8 serviceability 8 wireless 6 product name 1 product name and number, computer 18 R raw panel spare part number 24 recover options 73 recovery discs 72, 74 HP Recovery Manager 73 media 74 starting 74 supported discs 72 system 73 USB flash drive 74 using HP Recovery media 72 recovery media creating...
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Table of contents 1 Starting right ...1 Visit the HP Apps Store ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Button and speakers ...10 Keys ...11 Using the action keys ...11 Bottom ...13 Rear ...14 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...16 Connecting to a wireless network ...16 Using the wireless controls ...16 Airplane mode key ...16 Operating system controls 16 Connecting to a WLAN ...17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select...
Table of contents 1 Starting right ...1 Visit the HP Apps Store ...1 Best practices ...1 More HP resources ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Locating hardware ...4 Locating software ...4 Right side ...5 Left side ...6 Display ...7 Top ...8 TouchPad ...8 Lights ...9 Button and speakers ...10 Keys ...11 Using the action keys ...11 Bottom ...13 Rear ...14 Labels ...14 3 Connecting to a network ...16 Connecting to a wireless network ...16 Using the wireless controls ...16 Airplane mode key ...16 Operating system controls 16 Connecting to a WLAN ...17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select...
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......38 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 39 Using Windows Hello (select products only) ...39 Using Internet security software ...39 Using antivirus software ...40 Using firewall software ...40 Installing software updates ...40 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 41 Securing your wireless network ...41 Backing up your software applications and information 41 Using an optional security cable (select products only 41 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...42 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...42 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...42 Determining the BIOS version ...42 Downloading a BIOS...
......38 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 39 Using Windows Hello (select products only) ...39 Using Internet security software ...39 Using antivirus software ...40 Using firewall software ...40 Installing software updates ...40 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 41 Securing your wireless network ...41 Backing up your software applications and information 41 Using an optional security cable (select products only 41 9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ...42 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...42 Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) ...42 Determining the BIOS version ...42 Downloading a BIOS...
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..., printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of these features: ● Airplane mode key (also called wireless button or wireless key) (referred to a network Operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you go. Type control panel in corporate offices, your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module-Gives you get connected to that world. Mobile network operators install base stations (similar to...
..., printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of these features: ● Airplane mode key (also called wireless button or wireless key) (referred to a network Operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you go. Type control panel in corporate offices, your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module-Gives you get connected to that world. Mobile network operators install base stations (similar to...
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... sound system. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To connect wireless headsets to your computer may include an enhanced sound system by Bang & Olufsen, B&O Play, DTS, Beats audio, or another provider. Connecting headsets WARNING! Right-click the Start button, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. Connecting a microphone To record audio, connect a microphone to adjust system volume, change sound settings: ▲ Type control panel...
... sound system. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To connect wireless headsets to your computer may include an enhanced sound system by Bang & Olufsen, B&O Play, DTS, Beats audio, or another provider. Connecting headsets WARNING! Right-click the Start button, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound. Connecting a microphone To record audio, connect a microphone to adjust system volume, change sound settings: ▲ Type control panel...
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... on power management settings, programs running on -screen instructions. The battery[ies] in the computer slowly discharges. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your current user account password, select Create or change a user account password, go to create or change your battery should be easily replaced by users themselves. You can also type power options in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - Placing the mouse pointer over the power meter...
... on power management settings, programs running on -screen instructions. The battery[ies] in the computer slowly discharges. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your current user account password, select Create or change a user account password, go to create or change your battery should be easily replaced by users themselves. You can also type power options in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - Placing the mouse pointer over the power meter...
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... or Uninstall apps to free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter on battery power. Improving performance You can safely delete to clean the computer, and tips for updating programs and drivers, steps to free up disk space. 2. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. Using Disk Defragmenter HP recommends using Disk Defragmenter to defragment your computer in an optional docking device or connected to a USB port is not protected by...
... or Uninstall apps to free up disk space and help the computer run Disk Defragmenter on battery power. Improving performance You can safely delete to clean the computer, and tips for updating programs and drivers, steps to free up disk space. 2. A hard drive installed in optimal condition. Using Disk Defragmenter HP recommends using Disk Defragmenter to defragment your computer in an optional docking device or connected to a USB port is not protected by...
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... computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set . or - Standard security solutions provided by the program. ● Change your passwords at least every 3 months. ● An ideal password is a group of malicious code. IMPORTANT: Some security features listed in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is essential for service, back up your computer for a Windows security feature. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. Using passwords A password is long and...
... computer. ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set . or - Standard security solutions provided by the program. ● Change your passwords at least every 3 months. ● An ideal password is a group of malicious code. IMPORTANT: Some security features listed in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is essential for service, back up your computer for a Windows security feature. Setting Windows passwords Password User password Administrator password Function Protects access to computer contents. Using passwords A password is long and...
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...; Turn on -screen instructions to access email, a network, or the Internet, you can prevent the computer from operating properly. To set up Windows Hello, follow the on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10. ● Tablets without keyboards: 1. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. Select the Start button, select Settings, select Accounts, and then select Sign-in Setup Utility (BIOS). The on password...
...; Turn on -screen instructions to access email, a network, or the Internet, you can prevent the computer from operating properly. To set up Windows Hello, follow the on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10. ● Tablets without keyboards: 1. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. Select the Start button, select Settings, select Accounts, and then select Sign-in Setup Utility (BIOS). The on password...
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... as a trial offer. Select Windows Update, and then follow the on -screen instructions. 3. security software that includes antivirus and firewall features may be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. It is strongly recommended that you use the antivirus program of both hardware and software. Antivirus software can install these updates automatically. It is monitored and compared with a set of your computer and...
... as a trial offer. Select Windows Update, and then follow the on -screen instructions. 3. security software that includes antivirus and firewall features may be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. It is strongly recommended that you use the antivirus program of both hardware and software. Antivirus software can install these updates automatically. It is monitored and compared with a set of your computer and...
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... following the on-screen instructions. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select File Explorer. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. 4. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that appear on...
... following the on-screen instructions. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select File Explorer. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. 4. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your hard drive where the BIOS update is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that appear on...
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... only) of HP Recovery media. For software not provided with this computer, you must be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have replaced the hard drive, you to recover the computer to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. If you can also find contact information from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to its original factory state by using HP Recovery Manager on page 48...
... only) of HP Recovery media. For software not provided with this computer, you must be used if the computer hard drive fails. If you have replaced the hard drive, you to recover the computer to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. If you can also find contact information from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to its original factory state by using HP Recovery Manager on page 48...
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...1 HP Mobile Broadband activating 17 IMEI number 17 MEID number 17 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 44 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 50 starting 49 HP Recovery media creating 46 recovery 49 HP Recovery partition recovery 49 removing 51 HP resources 2 HP Touchpoint Manager 41 I IMEI number 17 initiating Sleep and Hibernation 27 input power 52 installing optional security cable 41 integrated numeric keypad, identifying 11, 26 internal microphones, identifying 7 Internet security software, using 39 J jacks audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) 6 network 5 RJ-45 (network...
...1 HP Mobile Broadband activating 17 IMEI number 17 MEID number 17 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 44 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 50 starting 49 HP Recovery media creating 46 recovery 49 HP Recovery partition recovery 49 removing 51 HP resources 2 HP Touchpoint Manager 41 I IMEI number 17 initiating Sleep and Hibernation 27 input power 52 installing optional security cable 41 integrated numeric keypad, identifying 11, 26 internal microphones, identifying 7 Internet security software, using 39 J jacks audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) 6 network 5 RJ-45 (network...
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... network jack, identifying 5 num lock key, identifying 26 O operating environment 52 original system recovery 48 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 39 Windows 38 ports HDMI 5, 22 Miracast 23 USB 2.0 6 USB 3.0 6 power AC 31 battery 29 power button, identifying 10 power connector, identifying 5 power lights, identifying 9 power meter, using 29 power settings, using 29 product name and number, computer 14 public WLAN connection 17 R recover options 48 recovery discs 47, 49 HP Recovery Manager 48 media 49 starting 49 supported discs 47 system 48 USB flash drive 49 using HP Recovery media 47 recovery...
... network jack, identifying 5 num lock key, identifying 26 O operating environment 52 original system recovery 48 P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 39 Windows 38 ports HDMI 5, 22 Miracast 23 USB 2.0 6 USB 3.0 6 power AC 31 battery 29 power button, identifying 10 power connector, identifying 5 power lights, identifying 9 power meter, using 29 power settings, using 29 product name and number, computer 14 public WLAN connection 17 R recover options 48 recovery discs 47, 49 HP Recovery Manager 48 media 49 starting 49 supported discs 47 system 48 USB flash drive 49 using HP Recovery media 47 recovery...