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- Page 1 User Guide...
- Page 2 Intel, Celeron, and Pentium are trademarks of bound by the terms of the HP End User License Not all features are available in all editions or Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other Agreement (EULA).
- Page 3 Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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- Page 5 Processor configuration setting (select products only) IMPORTANT: Select computer products are configured with an Intel® Pentium® N35xx/N37xx series or a Celeron® N28xx/N29xx/N30xx/N31xx series processor and a Windows® operating system. If your computer is configured as described, do not change the processor configuration setting in msconfig.exe from 4 or 2 processors to 1 processor.
- Page 6 Processor configuration setting (select products only)
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Airplane mode key ......................15 Operating system controls ..................... 15 Connecting to a WLAN ........................16 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only) ................17 Using GPS (select products only) ...................... 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only) ..............17 Connecting Bluetooth devices .................. - Page 8 Running on battery power ........................... 28 Using HP Fast Charge (select products only) ..................28 Displaying battery charge ......................... 29 Finding battery information in HP Support Assistant (select products only) ........29 Conserving battery power ......................... 29 Identifying low battery levels ......................29 Resolving a low battery level ......................
- Page 9 Downloading a BIOS update ......................41 10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ..................... 42 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ..............43 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ......................44 Creating recovery media and backups ........................ 44 Using HP Recovery media (select products only) ................
- Page 10 What you need to know before you get started ............. 46 Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ..........47 Using HP Recovery media to recover ................48 Changing the computer boot order ................48 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......... 48 12 Specifications ............................
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Page 11: Starting Right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn about best practices after you set up your computer, fun things to do with your computer, and where to find additional HP resources. Best practices... -
Page 12: More Hp Resources
*You can find your HP Limited Warranty located with the user guides on your product and/or on the CD or DVD provided in the box. In some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed warranty in the box. For countries or regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you can request a copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. - Page 13 Resource Contents can write to HP at POD, PO Box 161, Kitchener Road Post Office, Singapore 912006. Include your product name, and your name, phone number, and postal address. More HP resources...
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Page 14: Getting To Know Your Computer
Getting to know your computer Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they're located, and how they work. Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app. ▲... -
Page 15: Rear
Rear Component Description AC adapter and battery light White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully ● charged. Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the ● battery has reached a low battery level. Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is ●... - Page 16 For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and ▲ then select HP Documentation. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
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Page 17: Display
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. To access this guide: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. ▲ Display... -
Page 18: Keyboard Area
Keyboard area TouchPad Component Description TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. NOTE: For more information, see Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures on page Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. -
Page 19: Lights
Lights Component Description Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power- ● saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a ●... -
Page 20: Button And Speakers
Button and speakers Component Description Power button When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the ● computer. When the computer is on, press the button briefly to ● initiate Sleep. When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button ●... -
Page 21: Special Keys
Special keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key. Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with another key. Windows key Opens the Start menu. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu. Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. -
Page 22: Action Keys
Action keys An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your product, see Special keys on page To use an action key, press and hold the key. ▲ Icon Description Opens the “How to get help in Windows 10”... -
Page 23: Bottom
Bottom Component Description Vents Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom... -
Page 24: Labels
Component Serial number Product number Warranty period Model number (select products only) Component HP product name (select products only) Model name (select products only) Product number Serial number Warranty period Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer. ●... -
Page 25: Connecting To A Network
In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. HP Mobile Broadband Module—Gives you wireless connectivity over a wireless wide area network ●... -
Page 26: Connecting To A Wlan
Connecting to a WLAN NOTE: When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the Internet service. -
Page 27: Using Hp Mobile Broadband (Select Products Only)
Wi-Fi hotspots. You might need the HP Mobile Broadband Module IMEI and/or MEID number to activate mobile broadband service. The number may be printed on a label located on the bottom of your computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display. -
Page 28: Connecting Bluetooth Devices
Connecting Bluetooth devices Before you can use a Bluetooth device, you must establish a Bluetooth connection. Type bluetooth in the taskbar search box, and then select Bluetooth and other devices settings. Select Add Bluetooth or other device. Select your device from the list, and then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If the device requires verification, a pairing code is displayed. -
Page 29: Enjoying Entertainment Features
Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the camera, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, TV, speakers, or headphones. -
Page 30: Connecting Headsets
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To access this document: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. ▲ Headphones combined with a microphone are called headsets. You can connect wired headsets to the audio- out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack on your computer. -
Page 31: Discovering And Connecting To Miracast-Compatible Wireless Displays (Select Products Only)
Connect the other end of the cable to the external Thunderbolt device. Press to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states. PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device. ●... -
Page 32: Navigating The Screen
Navigating the screen You can navigate the computer screen in one or more of the following ways: Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen ● Use touch gestures on the TouchPad ● Use an optional mouse or keyboard (purchased separately) ●... -
Page 33: Two-Finger Pinch Zoom
Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your ● fingers together. Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your ●... -
Page 34: Four-Finger Tap (Touchpad Only)
Four-finger tap (TouchPad only) Use the four-finger tap to open the action center. Tap four fingers on the Touchpad to open the action center and view current settings and notifications. ● Three-finger swipe (TouchPad only) Use the three-finger swipe to view open windows and to switch between open windows and the desktop. Swipe 3 fingers away from you to see all open windows. -
Page 35: One-Finger Slide (Touch Screen Only)
One-finger slide (touch screen only) Use the one-finger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object. To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. ●... -
Page 36: Managing Power
Several well-known vulnerabilities exist when a computer is in the Sleep state. To prevent an unauthorized user from accessing data on your computer, even encrypted data, HP recommends that you always initiate Hibernation instead of Sleep anytime the computer will be out of your physical possession. -
Page 37: Initiating And Exiting Hibernation (Select Products Only)
Initiating and exiting Hibernation (select products only) You can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options. Right-click the Power icon , and then select Power Options. In the left pane, select Choose what the power buttons do (wording may vary by product). Depending on your product, you can enable Hibernation for battery power or external power in any of the following ways: Power button—Under Power and sleep buttons and lid settings (wording may vary by product),... -
Page 38: Using The Power Icon And Power Options
When the remaining battery charge is between zero and 90%, the battery will charge to 90% of full ● capacity in no more than 90 minutes. To use HP Fast Charge, shut down your computer, and then connect the AC adapter to your computer and to external power. Chapter 6 Managing power... -
Page 39: Displaying Battery Charge
‒ or – Select the question mark icon in the taskbar. Select My PC, select the Diagnostics and tools tab, and then select HP Battery Check. If HP Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact support. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery: HP Battery Check ●... -
Page 40: Resolving A Low Battery Level
Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. Factory-sealed battery To monitor the status of the battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run HP Battery Check in the HP Support Assistant app (select products only). Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - Page 41 WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are aboard aircraft. Connect the computer to external power under any of the following conditions: When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or updating system software ● When updating the system BIOS ●...
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Page 42: Maintaining Your Computer
● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. ● A short time after the end of one of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to normal operation. NOTE: Only internal hard drives are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. -
Page 43: Identifying Hp 3D Driveguard Status
Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most recent gaming software. -
Page 44: Cleaning The Display
WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean your computer while it is on. Turn off the computer. Disconnect AC power. Disconnect all powered external devices. CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not spray cleaning agents or liquids directly on any computer surface. - Page 45 If you plan to use the computer during a flight, listen for the in-flight announcement that tells you when ● you are allowed to use your computer. In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package ●...
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Page 46: Securing Your Computer And Information
Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in HP Setup Utility (BIOS), which is preinstalled on your computer. You may find it helpful to use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature. -
Page 47: Setting Setup Utility (Bios) Passwords
Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Function Administrator password Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility (BIOS). ● If you forget your administrator password, you cannot ● access Setup Utility (BIOS). Power-on password Must be entered each time you turn on or restart the ●... -
Page 48: Using Internet Security Software
Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. -
Page 49: Using Hp Managed Services (Select Products Only)
Using HP Managed Services (select products only) HP Managed Services is a cloud-based IT solution that enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. HP Managed Services helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and helps reduce time spent solving device and security issues. You can quickly download and install the software, which is highly cost effective relative to traditional in-house solutions. -
Page 50: Using Setup Utility (Bios)
To reveal the BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS), use one of these options. HP Support Assistant ● Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. -
Page 51: Downloading A Bios Update
If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. -
Page 52: Using Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi)
10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine whether the computer hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by the operating system or other software components. -
Page 53: Downloading Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi) To A Usb Device
NOTE: The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) download instructions are provided in English only, and you must use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are offered. There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device. -
Page 54: 11 Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering
Use HP Recovery Manager to create HP Recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. This ● step creates a backup of the HP Recovery partition on the computer. The backup can be used to reinstall the original operating system in cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced. For... -
Page 55: Using Windows Tools
HP Recovery media can also be used to customize the system or restore the factory image if you replace the hard drive. -
Page 56: Using The Hp Cloud Recovery Download Tool (Select Products Only)
HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you either created or that you obtained from HP, or by using the HP Recovery partition (select products only). If you have not already created recovery media, see... -
Page 57: Using The Hp Recovery Partition (Select Products Only)
Using HP Recovery media (select products only) on page If your computer does not allow the creation of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not ● work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from support. You can find contact information from the HP website. -
Page 58: Using Hp Recovery Media To Recover
Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly. -
Page 59: 12 Specifications
AC adapter or a DC power source that is supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform. -
Page 60: Operating Environment
Operating environment Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90% Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95% Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft... -
Page 61: 13 Electrostatic Discharge
13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components. -
Page 62: 14 Accessibility
14 Accessibility HP designs, produces, and markets products and services that can be used by everyone, including people with disabilities, either on a stand-alone basis or with appropriate assistive devices. To access the latest information on HP accessibility, go to http://www.hp.com/accessibility. -
Page 63: Index
IMEI number 17 audio 20 display 7 MEID number 17 audio-out (headphone)/audio-in right side 5 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) (microphone) combo jack, connecting to a network 15 using 42 identifying 5 connecting to a wireless network 15 HP Recovery Manager... - Page 64 46 touch screen gestures USB flash drive 48 one-finger slide 25 managing power 26 using HP Recovery media 45 TouchPad MEID number 17 recovery media buttons 8 minimized image recovery 47 creating using HP Recovery...
- Page 65 unresponsive system 27 updating programs and drivers 33 USB Type-C port connecting 20 USB Type-C power connector and port, identifying 5 USB Type-C Thunderbolt port, identifying 5 using external power 30 using passwords 36 using Power icon 28 using power settings 28 using sound settings 20 using the keyboard and optional mouse 25...