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1. 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 Nonoperating 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft 72 Chapter 11 Specifications ENWW 12 ENWW 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 To prevent damage to the computer damage to a drive or loss of information observe these precautions If removal or installation instructions direct you to unplug the computer first be sure that it is properly grounded and then remove the cover Keep components in their electrostatic safe containers until you are ready to install them Avoid touching pins leads and circuitry Handle electronic components as little as possible Use nonmagnetic tools Before handling components discharge static electricity by touching an unpainted metal surface of the component If you remove a component place it in an electrostatic safe container If you need more information about static electricity or assistance with component removal or installation contact support 73 Index A AC adapter light identifying
2. e A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection a printer and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software To use the WLAN device in your computer you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network Using an Internet service provider 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 YNOTE Your ISP will give you a user ID and a password to use for Internet access Record this information and store it in a safe place Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet you need the following equipment e A broadband modem either DSL or cable 1 and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider e A wireless router 2 purchased separately e A wireless computer 3 Ef NOTE Some modems have a built in wireless router Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet As your network grows additional wireless
3. e Gently swipe your finger inward from the right edge of the display onto the screen to reveal the charms ENWW Using the touch screen 45 Left edge swipe The left edge swipe reveals your open apps so that you can switch to them quickly e Gently swipe your finger inward from the left edge of the display to switch between apps Without lifting your finger swipe back toward the left edge to reveal all open apps Top edge swipe and bottom edge swipe The top edge swipe or bottom edge swipe displays app command options that allow you to customize apps A From the Windows Start screen gently swipe your finger from the top edge or the bottom edge of the display onto the screen to reveal the app command options 46 Chapter 5 Navigating the screen ENWW Using the on screen keyboard You may want to enter data into a data field This may be required when you set up a wireless network configuration or a weather reporting location or when you access user accounts on Internet sites The computer has an on screen keyboard that is displayed when you need to enter such information into data fields 1 To display the keyboard tap in the first data field Tap the small keyboard icon that is displayed From the Windows desktop tap the keyboard icon right side of the notification area 2 Tap each character continuing until you have spelled out the name or word that you are entering into the data field E NOTE Action keys do not display
4. See Using Setup Utility BIOS and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI on page 65 for instructions on opening Setup Utility BIOS and then follow the instructions at the bottom of the screen ENWW Using the on screen keyboard 47 To activate the assigned function after you have disabled the action key feature on the keyboard base you must press the fn key in combination with the appropriate action key Z CAUTION Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly Icon Key Description f Opens Help and Support which provides tutorials information about the Windows 7 operating system and your computer answers to questions and updates to your computer Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to support m f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key i f3 Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key i f4 Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system For IDI example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor HM f5 Turns the keyboard backlight feature off or on NOTE To conserve battery power turn off this feature d Ge f6 Mutes or restores speaker sound d
5. e Ifthe administrator password is not set or if TPM Security Device is set to Hidden this entry is hidden e This value reflects the current physical state for the TPM The state is enabled or disabled by the Embedded Security State setting Embedded Security State No Operation Disabled Enabled e Ifthe administrator password is not set or if TPM Security Device is set to Hidden this entry is hidden e You can enable or disable the TPM function e The next time the computer is restarted after the TPM function is set this value is set to No Operation TPM Set to Factory Defaults No Yes e Ifthe administrator password is not set or if the TPM Security Device is set to Hidden this entry is hidden e fthe Embedded Security State is set to Enabled select Yes to reset the TPM to factory settings and then press f10 to save and exit A confirmation message is displayed to Clear the TPM Press f1 to reset the TPM or press f2 to cancel the action Using Internet security software When you use your computer to access email a network or the Internet you potentially expose your computer to computer viruses spyware and other online threats To help protect your computer Internet security software that includes antivirus and firewall features may be preinstalled on your computer as a trial offer To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses and other security risks security software must be kept up to date I
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7. printer scanner or USB hub Using the webcam Your computer has an integrated webcam a powerful social networking tool that allows you to communicate up close with friends and colleagues whether they are next door or on the other side of the world With the webcam you can stream video with your instant messaging software capture and share video and take photos To start the webcam follow these steps Mode Steps 1 Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms tap Search and PA then tap the search box 2 Type camera and then select Camera from the list of applications Pe 1 From the Start screen type camera and then select Camera from the list of applications LE g For details about using the webcam go to Help and Support From the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support 28 Chapter4 Enjoying entertainment features ENWW Touch to share select models only Your computer has advanced Near Field Communication NFC hardware that allows you to wirelessly touch to share information between two NFC enabled devices With NFC technology you can share websites transfer contact information and tap to print on NFC supported printers 29 TIP You can download NFC apps that may provide additional NFC features iy IMPORTANT Before you can begin sharing be sure that NFC is enabled on your devices You may also need to turn off certain services such as sB
8. support go to http www hp com go contactHP For worldwide support go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact us html 4 Chapter 1 Starting right ENWW 2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer 1 From the Start screen type control panel and then select Control Panel 2 Select System and Security select System and then select Device Manager in the loft column A list reveals all the devices installed on your computer To find out information about system hardware components and the BIOS version number press fn eSC Locating software To find out what software is installed on your computer A From the Start screen move the curser until the arrow appears in the lower left corner of the screen and then select the arrow ENWW Finding your hardware and software information 5 Tablet edge components Components Description 1 Power button e When the computer is off press the button to turn on the tablet e When the computer is on press the button briefly to initiate Sleep e When the computer is in the Sleep state press the button briefly to exit Sleep CAUTION Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information e Ifthe computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective press and hold the power but
9. 4 Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting conditions in your environment 5 Speakers 2 Produce sound 6 omi HDMI port 7 USB 3 0 port Connects an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television any compatible digital or audio component or a high speed HDMI device Connects an optional USB device such as a keyboard mouse external drive printer scanner or USB hub ENWW Multimedia features 27 Component Description 8 Audio out headphone Audio in microphone combo jack ili Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or a television audio cable Also connects an optional headset microphone This jack does not support optional microphone only devices WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before using headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide from the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled NOTE Be sure that the device cable has a 4 conductor connector that supports both audio out headphone and audio in microphone 9 USB 3 0 port Connects an optional USB device such as a keyboard mouse external drive
10. 5 Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting conditions in your environment 6 Speakers 2 Produce sound Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ENWW ENWW Component Description 7 nu Windows button Minimizes all open applications and displays the Start L screen The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions 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 from the Start screen type support select the HP Support Assistant app select My computer and then select User guides Display 9 Keyboard base Top Component Description 1 Alignment posts Align and attach the tablet to the keyboard base 2 Release latch Releases the tablet To release the tablet slide the release latch to the left 3 Docking connector Connects the tablet to the keyboard base 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ENWW TouchPad Component Description 1 TouchPad zone Reads your finger gesture to move the pointer or activate items on the screen 2 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button of an external mouse 3 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mous
11. 51 and Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation select models only on page 51 CAUTION To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation loss of audio or video playback functionality or loss of information do not initiate Sleep while reading from or writing to a disc or an external media card E NOTE You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation Intel Rapid Start Technology select models only For select models the Intel Rapid Start Technology RST feature is enabled by default Rapid Start Technology allows your computer to resume quickly from inactivity Rapid Start Technology manages your power saving options as follows e Sleep Rapid Start Technology allows you to select the Sleep state To exit from Sleep press any key activate the TouchPad or briefly press the power button e Hibernation Rapid Start Technology initiates Hibernation after a period of computer inactivity while the computer is in the Sleep state or when the battery reaches a critical level After Hibernation is initiated press the power button to resume your work Ef NOTE Rapid Start Technology can be disabled in Setup Utility BIOS If you want to be able to initiate Hibernation yourself you must enable user initiated Hibernation using Power Options See Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation select models only
12. HP Recovery partition select models only or HP Recovery media Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware enabling applications Other applications included in the image continue to be available for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager For more information see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 70 If you want to recover the computer s original factory partitioning and content you can choose the System Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition select models only or use the HP Recovery media that you have created For more information see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 70 If you have not already created recovery media see Creating HP Recovery media on page 68 Restore and recovery 69 If you have replaced the hard drive you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive For more information see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 70 If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option For more information see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 71 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you created or by using the HP Recovery parti
13. Overview of computer setup and features Windows Basics guide Overview of using Windows Help and Support To access Help and Support from the Start screen type help and then from the Search window select Help and Support For U S support go to http www hp com go contactHP For worldwide support go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact us html A broad range of how to information and troubleshooting tips Worldwide support To get support in your language go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact us html Online chat with an HP technician Email support Support telephone numbers HP service center locations HP SmartFriend To get more information on HP SmartFriend go to http www hpremoteservices com Subscription service that provides specially trained HP technicians 24 7 to diagnose and resolve your software hardware accessories and network problems quickly Safety amp Comfort Guide To access this guide 1 From the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app 2 Select My computer and then select User guides or Go to http www hp com ergo Proper workstation setup Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your comfort and decrease your risk of injury Electrical and mechanical safety information Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide 1 From the
14. SIM into the slot until it is firmly seated 6 Reconnect external power 7 Reconnect external devices 8 Turn on the computer To remove a SIM press in on the SIM and then remove it from the slot Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only A Bluetooth device provides short range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following e Computers desktop notebook PDA e Phones cellular cordless smart phone e maging devices printer camera e A Audio devices headset speakers e Mouse Bluetooth devices provide peer to peer capability that allows you to set up a PAN of Bluetooth devices For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices see the Bluetooth software Help 24 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network ENWW ENWW Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam 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 or TV or speakers and headphones 25 Multimedia features Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer Component Description 1 Audio out headphone Audio in microphone combo Connects optional powered stereo speakers jack headphones earbuds a headset or a television
15. Screen icon at the bottom right A vertical slider displays that controls the screen brightness Ey NOTE From the Windows desktop you can also tap the Power Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar tap Adjust screen brightness and then move the slider next to Screen brightness at the bottom of the screen Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer iy IMPORTANT All labels described in this section will be located on the bottom or edge of the computer For help finding these locations refer to Getting to know your computer on page 5 e Service label Provides important information to identify your computer When contacting support you will probably be asked for the serial number and possibly for the product number or the model number Locate these numbers before you contact support Ey NOTE Your service labels will resemble one of the examples shown below Refer to the illustration that most closely matches the service label on your computer P Q Seria XXXXXXXX TM EA A Lin Product XXXXXXXX IURE BA OA DA U AA UE HE LI Warranty lylyOy XXXXOOUX a Component 1 Product name 2 Serial number 3 Product number 4 Warranty period 5 Model number select models only ENWW Labels 17 Warranty 3y3y0y Rev XXXX XXK PCI
16. Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app Important regulatory notices including proper battery disposal information More HP resources 3 Resource Contents Limited Warranty e Specific warranty information about this computer To access this guide 1 From the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app 2 Select My computer and then select Warranty and services or Go to http www hp com go orderdocuments You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your computer and or on the CD or DVD provided in the box In some countries or regions HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box For some countries or regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format you may request a printed copy from http www hp com go orderdocuments or write to e North America Hewlett Packard MS POD 11311 Chinden Blvd Boise ID 83714 USA e Europe Middle East Africa Hewlett Packard POD Via G Di Vittorio 9 20063 Cernusco s Naviglio MI Italy e Asia Pacific Hewlett Packard POD P O Box 200 Alexandra Post Office Singapore 911507 When you request a printed copy of your warranty please include your product number warranty period found on your service label name and postal address IMPORTANT Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above For U S
17. and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet For help in setting up your WLAN see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP ENWW Connecting to a wireless network 21 Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP E NOTE It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router When the computer successfully connects to the Internet disconnect the cable and access the Internet through your wireless network Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access WLANs in public areas hotspots like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security If you are concerned about the security of your computer when connected to a hotspot limit your network activities to email that is not confidential and basic Internet surfing Wireless radio signals travel outside the network so other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected signals Take the following precautions to protect your WLAN e Use a firewall A firewall checks information and requests that are sent to your network and discards any suspicious items Firewalls are available in both software and hardware Some networks use a combination of both types e Use
18. audio cable Also connects an optional headset microphone This jack does not support optional microphone only devices WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before using headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide from the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled NOTE Be sure that the device cable has a 4 conductor connector that supports both audio out headphone and audio in microphone 2 Volume button Controls speaker volume e Toincrease speaker volume press the edge of the button e To decrease speaker volume press the edge of the button 26 Chapter4 Enjoying entertainment features ENWW Component Description 1 Internal microphones 2 Record sound 2 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 3 HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video captures still photographs allows you to video conference and chat online using streaming video pa Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms tap Search and then tap the search box type camera and then select Camera from the list of applications or From the Start screen type camera and then select Camera from the list of applications
19. first password check you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility BIOS Power on password e Mustbe entered each time you turn on or restart the computer e f you forget your power on password you cannot turn on or restart the computer NOTE The administrator password can be used in place of the power on password NOTE A power on password is not revealed as it is set entered changed or deleted To set change or delete an administrator or power on password in Setup Utility BIOS 1 To start Setup Utility BIOS turn on or restart the computer quickly press esc and then press f10 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security and then follow the on screen instructions Your changes take effect when the computer restarts TPM Embedded Security device select models only TPM Trusted Platform Module provides additional security for your computer You can modify the TPM settings in Setup Utility For information on changing Setup Utility settings see Using Setup Utility BIOS and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI on page 65 The following table describes the TPM settings in Setup Utility 62 Chapter8 Securing your computer and information ENWW Settings Function TPM Embedded Security Device Available Hidden e Ifthe administrator password is set you can select Available e Ifyou select Hidden the TPM device is not visible in the operating system TPM Status Enabled Disabled
20. in the product Fibrous materials such as paper towels can scratch the computer Over time dirt particles and cleaning agents can get trapped in the scratches Cleaning procedures Follow the procedures in this section to safely clean your computer Z WARNING To prevent electric shock or damage to components do not attempt to clean your computer while it is turned on Turn off the computer Disconnect external power Disconnect all powered external devices ACAUTION To prevent damage to internal components do not spray cleaning agents or liquids directly on any computer surface Liquids dripped on the surface can permanently damage internal components Cleaning the display All in Ones or Notebooks Gently wipe the display using a soft lint free cloth moistened with an alcohol free glass cleaner Be sure that the display is dry before closing the display Cleaning the sides or cover To clean the sides or cover use a soft microfiber cloth or chamois moistened with one of the cleaning solutions listed previously or use an acceptable disposable wipe Eyf NOTE When cleaning the cover of the computer use a circular motion to aid in removing dirt and debris Cleaning the TouchPad keyboard or mouse A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard A vacuum cleaner can deposit household debris on the keyboard
21. initiating and exiting Hibernation select models only ssssss 51 Setting password protection on wakeup cecceececceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeecaeaaaaaaeaaecaeeeeeeeeeeeneess 51 Using the power meter and power settings eeeesessseeeseseesseeeneee eiie nnne nnne annees 52 Running on battery power ssssssssssssseeeene ne nennen enn en nnne ndi n nnne rire n nne rr nennen nnns 52 Factory sealed battery diee e Ee E E e E Eee E Pee tees 52 Conserving battery DOWOTF x certc eed eer dodge ee cde geek gh acad aa a dde gea x dee 52 Identifying low battery levels ssesssssseeem mmm enne nn nnns 53 Resolving a low battery level eese nene Leda Rede e n aaa doen 53 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 53 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 53 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation 53 Running on external AG DOWOE 1 2 devo ree Leder a idv ea cete Dd vede dee ep eoe re eoa e endo dte 53 Troubleshooting power problems ccccccccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeee ese ceeeeasaaaaeaaaesaecaeeeaeeeeeeess 54 HP CoolSense select models only ssesssssssseeeeeeene nennen nennen nnns 55 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology select models only 5
22. or function on the on screen keyboard E NOTE Suggested words may be displayed at the top of the keyboard If an appropriate word is displayed tap it to select it 3 Tap enter on the keyboard Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type select items scroll and to perform the same functions as you do using touch gestures The keyboard base also allows you to use action keys and hot keys to perform specific functions X TIP The Windows key on the keyboard base and tablet allow you to quickly return to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous screen Ey NOTE Depending on the country or region your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in this section Using the keys Your computer has different ways to quickly access information or perform functions with certain keys and key combinations Using the action keys An action key on the keyboard base performs an assigned function The icon on each of the f1 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for that key fy IMPORTANT Action keys only function on the keyboard base They do not display or function on the on screen keyboard of the tablet To use an action key function press and hold the key The keyboard base action key feature is enabled at the factory You can disable this feature in Setup Utility BIOS
23. record each password and store it in a secure place away from the computer Do not store passwords in a file on the computer e When creating passwords follow requirements set by the program e Change your passwords at least every three months e An ideal password is long and has letters punctuation symbols and numbers e Before you send your computer for service back up your files delete confidential files and then remove all password settings For additional information about Windows passwords such as screen saver passwords from the Start screen type hp support assistant and then select the HP Support Assistant app Using passwords 61 Setting Windows passwords Password Function User password Protects access to a Windows user account Administrator password Protects administrator level access to computer contents NOTE This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility BIOS contents Setting Setup Utility BIOS passwords Password Function Administrator password e Mustbe entered each time you access Setup Utility BIOS e f you forget your administrator password you cannot access Setup Utility BIOS NOTE The administrator password can be used in place of the power on password NOTE Your administrator password is not interchangeable with an administrator password set in Windows nor is it revealed as it is set entered changed or deleted NOTE f you enter the power on password at the
24. surface CAUTION To prevent damage to internal components do not allow liquids to drip between the keys e Toclean the TouchPad keyboard or mouse use a soft microfiber cloth or a chamois moistened with one of the cleaning solutions listed previously or use an acceptable disposable wipe e To prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust lint and particles from the keyboard use a can of compressed air with a straw extension ENWW Cleaning your computer 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer If you have to travel with or ship your computer here are some tips to keep in mind to keep your equipment safe e Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping A Attach the tablet to the keyboard base to protect the tablet screen o Back up your information to an external drive Remove all discs and all external media cards such as memory cards from the computer Turn off and then disconnect all external devices Shut down the computer e Take along a backup of your information Keep the backup separate from the computer e When traveling by air carry the computer as hand luggage do not check it in with the rest of your luggage A CAUTION Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk through devices and security wands Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry on baggage use X rays instead of magnetism and do not damage dr
25. then click OK ENWW Using video 33 To return the audio stream to the computer speakers 1 From the Windows desktop right click the Speakers icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then click Playback devices 2 On the Playback tab click Speakers 3 Click Set Default and then click OK Discovering and connecting to Miracast compatible wireless displays select models only To discover and connect to Miracast compatible wireless displays without leaving your current apps follow the steps below Mode Steps Swipe from the right edge of the Start screen to display the charms tap Devices tap Project and Pa then follow the on screen instructions gay Point to the upper right or lower right corner of the Start screen to display the charms click Devices an click Project and then follow the on screen instructions 34 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features ENWW Navigating the screen You can navigate the computer screen in several ways e Touch gestures e Keyboard and mouse e Voice recognition software select models only Touch gestures can be used on your computer TouchPad or on a touch screen Ey NOTE An external USB mouse purchased separately can be connected to one of the USB ports on the computer Review the Windows Basics guide included with your computer The guide provides information on common tasks using the TouchPad touch screen or the keyboard You co
26. then select File Explorer 2 Click your hard drive designation The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk C 3 Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update 4 Double click the file that has an exe extension for example filename exe The BIOS installation begins 5 Complete the installation by following the on screen instructions Ef NOTE After a message on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI 66 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 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility BIOS and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ENWW To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI 1 Turn on or restart the computer quickly press esc and then press f2 The BIOS searches three places for the diagnostics tools in the following order a Connected USB drive Ef NOTE To download the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI tool to a USB drive see Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB device on page 67 b Hard drive c BIOS When the diagnostic
27. tool opens click the type of diagnostic test you want to run and then follow the on screen instructions E NOTE If you need to stop a diagnostic test press esc Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB device ENWW Ef NOTE Instructions for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI are provided in English only 1 2 3 4 5 Go to http www hp com Click Support amp Drivers and then click the Drivers amp Downloads tab Enter the product name in the text box and then click Go Select your computer model and then select your operating system In the Diagnostic section click HP UEFI Support Environment or Click Download and then select Run Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI 67 10 Backing up restoring and recovering This chapter provides information about the following processes e Creating recovery media and backups e Restoring and recovering your system Creating recovery media and backups 1 After you successfully set up the computer create HP Recovery media 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 HP Recovery media you create will provide the following recovery options e System Recovery Reinstalls the original operating system and the programs that were installed at the factory e M
28. wireless encryption Wireless encryption uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the network For more information from the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN follow these steps 1 Be sure that the WLAN device is on If the device is on the wireless light is white If the wireless light is off press the wireless button Ey NOTE On some models the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off 2 From the Start screen point to the far right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms Select Settings and then click the network status icon 4 Select your WLAN from the list 5 Click Connect If the WLAN is a security enabled WLAN you are prompted to enter a security code Type the code and then click Sign in to complete the connection E NOTE If no WLANs are listed you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point Ey NOTE If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to from the Windows desktop right click the network status icon and then select Open Network and Sharing Center Click Set up a new connection or network A list of options is revealed allowing you to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection 6 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the connection 22 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network ENWW After the connect
29. with each other Ey NOTE When a disc like a DVD movie or game is copy protected it cannot be shared To share folders or content on the same network 1 pA 3 4 From the Windows desktop open File Explorer From This PC click a folder with content you want to share Select Share from the navigation bar at the top of the window and then click Specific people Type a name in the File Sharing box and then click Add Click Share and then follow the on screen instructions To share drives on the same network 1 From the Windows desktop right click the network status icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar Select Open Network and Sharing Center Under View your active networks select an active network Select Change advanced sharing settings to set sharing options for privacy network discovery file and printer sharing or other network options 20 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network ENWW Using a WLAN With a WLAN device you can access a wireless local area network WLAN which is composed of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point NOTE The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably e Alarge scale WLAN such as a corporate or public WLAN typically uses wireless access points that can accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions
30. 14 AC adapter testing 54 action keys decrease screen brightness 48 Help and Support 48 identifying 13 increase screen brightness 48 next track or section 48 play pause resume 48 previous track or section 48 Switch screen image 48 volume down 48 volume mute 48 volume up 48 wireless 48 Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 30 airport security devices 57 alignment post connectors identifying 7 alignment posts identifying 10 ambient light sensor identifying 8 27 antivirus software using 63 audio functions checking 32 audio in microphone jacks 7 15 26 28 audio out headphone jacks 7 15 26 28 autorotate lock 16 B backing up software and information 64 backups 68 battery conserving 52 low battery levels 53 battery information finding 52 battery power 52 Beats Audio 31 Beats Audio Control Panel 31 Beats Audio hot key 31 74 Index BIOS determining version 65 downloading an update 66 updating 65 Bluetooth device 19 24 Bluetooth label 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 71 bottom 18 buttons left TouchPad 11 power 6 right TouchPad 11 Windows 9 C caps lock light identifying 12 caring for your computer 58 checking audio functions 32 cleaning your computer 58 components display 8 left side 15 right side 14 top 10 configuring audio for HDMI 33 connecting to a WLAN 22 corporate WLAN connection 22 critical battery level 53 critical security updates installing 64 D deleted files re
31. 5 Shutting down turning off the computer sssssssseee enne 55 7 Maintaiing you COImpUlet 5 cise os vai terrore EX Ser nx EIS PE XXE Sc PPO ER ESSE EE XgASU XE Kin Sd Pr FII S SEE yx ERIS FE FISSO EIS 57 Improving performance 57 Handing GIV cp oe nonne a E 57 Using Disk Defragmenter eee e E ete EEEE 57 Using Disk Cleanup sese eene nennen nennen nnne NE aiia 58 ENWW Updating programs and drivers cccsecccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceecaaeaaaeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesecsecececciaeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeseees 58 Cleaning your Computer zoe E io PR e e P ne Pete Pd ae t E aee ouais 58 Cleaning procedures oed teet Lees aH REEE EE 59 Cleaning the display All in Ones or Notebooks seee 59 Cleaning the sides or COVER eessesiiisssesee esses ennt na nnn SERRE 59 Cleaning the TouchPad keyboard or mouse ssssee 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer sssssssssseeenne nennen nennen nnne nnne 60 8 Securing your computer and information eseseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeenen nennen nennen nnn nnne n annnm n nnn n nnne nnns 61 USING ei ore cL 61 Setting Windows passwords sssssssseseee mener nenne nennen nnn 62 Setting Setup Utility BIOS passwords sssseenmm emen 62 TPM Embedded Securit
32. D O00000000000000000000000X LLL DE DELE ELTE LEE LE LL ETT Component 1 Serial number 2 Product number 3 Warranty period 4 Model number select models only 5 Revision number e Regulatory label s Provide s regulatory information about the computer e Wireless certification label s Provide s information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use 18 Chapter2 Getting to know your computer ENWW 3 Connecting to a network Your computer can travel with you wherever you go But even at home you can explore the globe and access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wireless network connection This chapter will help you get connected to that world Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices e Wireless local area network WLAN device Connects the computer to wireless local area networks commonly referred to as Wi Fi networks wireless LANs or WLANs in corporate offices your home and public places such as airports restaurants coffee shops hotels and universities In a WLAN the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point e HP Mobile Broadband Module select mode
33. GE ceorcusesot rre terrena utt roux x eS 0T Pre sx sS ast Po RR RSS E PEEYREN SUE PEYXN RS UT PE Y Xa yeu E PE Ree Sd EPERXRRSSE PERSE 5 Finding your hardware and software information ssssssee eme 5 Locating hardWate ioit tede tette ere eek edere inbound tea ese dna ed epu pad 5 Mere iore HP 5 Tablet edge components ssssssssssessssseeeeeeenen nennen nennen A EEE EEES 6 BI V m 8 zvieror Bor E 10 TOP vais 10 eed Me 11 Boc E 12 OVS EE 13 eir M H 14 KIEL 15 Releasing the tablet from the keyboard base sessesseenm eee 16 Changing Boucle ES DOR 16 Changing your tablets view osissa hinana ANE ANTARA nennen nnne nenne nennen 16 Adjusting your tablet s autorotate lock seen 16 Adjusting your tablet s screen brightness se 17 E re 17 3 Connecling Le ape CONN oko exerted saxxcancaas REX ER eS EXKK SERE n YE EXKK R Na S DE aa 19 Connecting to a wireless network sssssssssseseseeeeneeneenen nennen nennen nnne nennen nennen 19 Using the wireless controls eeeeeiese
34. HP Recovery media see Creating HP Recovery media on page 68 Follow these steps to remove the HP Recovery partition 1 From the Start screen type recovery and then select HP Recovery Manager 2 Select Remove Recovery Partition and then follow the on screen instructions ENWW Restore and recovery 71 11 Specifications Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer The computer operates on DC power which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source The AC power source must be rated at 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source 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 Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 19 5 V dc 2 31 A 45 W 19 5 V dc 3 33 A 65 W JGO DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms E NOTE The computer operating voltage and current can be found on the system regulatory label 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
35. Navigating the screen ENWW Tapping To make an on screen selection use the tap function e Use one finger to tap an object on the screen to make a selection Double tap an item to open it ENWW Using the touch screen 43 Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving the pointer up down left or right on a page or image e Place two fingers on the screen and then drag them in an up down left or right motion Pinching zooming Pinching and zooming allows you to zoom out or in on images or text e Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the display and then move your fingers together e Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the display and then move your fingers apart rad E 44 Chapter 5 Navigating the screen ENWW Rotating select models only Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos e Anchor the forefinger of your left hand on the object you want to rotate Using your right hand slide your forefinger around in a sweeping motion from 12 o clock to 3 o clock To reverse the rotation move your forefinger from 3 o clock to 12 o clock Z7 NOTE Rotate is intended for specific apps where you can manipulate an object or image Rotate may not be functional for all apps Edge swipes With edge swipes you can perform tasks such as changing settings and finding or using apps Right edge swipe The right edge swipe reveals the charms which let you search share start apps access devices or change settings
36. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis to the latest versions Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer Technology is always changing and updating programs and drivers allows your computer to run the latest technology available For example older graphics components might not work well with the most recent gaming software Without the latest driver you would not be getting the most out of your equipment Go to http www hp com support to download the latest versions of HP programs and drivers In addition register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available Cleaning your computer Use the following products to safely clean your computer e Dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 0 3 percent maximum concentration For example Disposable wipes which come in a variety of brand names e Alcohol free glass cleaning fluid e Water with mild soap solution e Dry microfiber cleaning cloth or a chamois static free cloth without oil e Static free cloth wipes 58 Chapter7 Maintaining your computer ENWW ACAUTION Avoid strong cleaning solvents that can permanently damage your computer If you are not sure that a cleaning product is safe for your computer check the product contents to make sure that ingredients such as alcohol acetone ammonium chloride methylene chloride and hydrocarbons are not included
37. User Guide Copyright 2013 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Adobe Photoshop Lighthouse is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett Packard Company under license Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries Windows is a U S registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor The information contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition October 2013 Document Part Number 741464 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Not all features are available in all editions of Windows This computer may require upgraded and or separately purchased hardware drivers and or software to take full advantage of Windows functionality See http www microsoft com for details Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agree
38. X View and organize perfect and process print and share Lightroom includes everything you need e Get the best from every pixel in your photos whether you shot them with a professional camera or a camera phone Lightroom includes a comprehensive set of advances tools for tone contrast color noise reduction and more e Easily share whenever and however you want to show your images Lightroom makes it easy with timesaving tools for sharing your work with friends family and clients Special features e Upright Straighten your tilted shots e Advanced Healing Brush Erase dust spots splotches and other flaws Change the brush size and move it in precise paths to make unwanted scene elements disappear e Video slide shows Easily share your work in elegant video slide shows that combine still images video clips and music in creative HD videos that can be viewed on almost any computer or device Using audio On your computer you can play music CDs with an optional external optical drive download and listen to music stream audio content from the web including radio record audio or mix audio and video to create multimedia To enhance your listening enjoyment attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones Connecting speakers You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port or to the audio out headphone jack on your computer or on a docking station To connect wireless speake
39. ate of your wireless devices not the status of individual devices If the wireless light is white at least one wireless device is on If the wireless light is off all wireless devices are off NOTE On some models the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory you can use the wireless button to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously ENWW Connecting to a wireless network 19 Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network connect to a network and diagnose and repair network problems To use operating system controls Mode Steps 1 Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms tap pa Search and then tap the search box 2 Type control panel in the search box and then select Control Panel 3 Select Network and Internet and then select Network and Sharing Center EE 1 From the Start screen type control panel and then select Control Panel am 2 Select Network and Internet and then select Network and Sharing Center For more information from the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support Sharing data and drives and accessing software When your computer is part of a network you are not limited to using only the information that is stored in your computer Network computers can exchange software and data
40. check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer and the connection from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to be sure that the connections are secure e l fthe connections are secure and the power lights remain off the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced Contact support for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter 54 Chapter 6 Managing power ENWW HP CoolSense select models only HP CoolSense X automatically detects when the computer is not on a horizontal surface and adjusts performance and fan settings to keep the surface temperature of your computer at the optimum level of comfort When HP CoolSense is off the position of the computer is not detected and the performance and fan options remain at the factory setting As a result the surface temperature of the computer may be higher than it would be with HP CoolSense on To turn CoolSense off or on follow these steps A From the Start screen type coolsense and then select HP CoolSense Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology select models only When the computer is in the Sleep state Intel amp Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the computer to exit Sleep If a network connection is available Smart Connect updates open apps such as your email inboxes social network sites and news pages and then returns the computer to the Sleep state Smart Connect also syncs content that you have created offl
41. computer see Locating software on page 5 To launch voice navigation software 1 From the Start screen type dragon and then select Dragon Notes or Dragon Assistant 2 Follow the on screen instructions to set up and begin using voice navigation ENWW Using voice navigation select models only 49 6 Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power When the computer is running on battery power only and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery it is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge Your computer supports an optimal power plan to manage how your computer uses and conserves power so that computer performance is balanced with power conservation Initiating Sleep and Hibernation Windows has two power saving states Sleep and Hibernation e Sleep The Sleep state is automatically initiated after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power Your work is saved to memory allowing you to resume your work very quickly You can also initiate Sleep manually For more information see Manually initiating and exiting Sleep on page 51 e Hibernation The Hibernation state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level In the Hibernation state your work is saved to a hibernation file and the computer powers down NOTE You can manually initiate Hibernation See Manually initiating and exiting Sleep on page
42. covery Manager will finish burning the current DVD The next time you start HP Recovery Manager you will be prompted to continue and the remaining discs will be burned To create HP Recovery media fy IMPORTANT For tablets connect to the keyboard dock before beginning these steps select models only d 2 From the Start screen type recovery and then select HP Recovery Manager Select Recovery Media Creation and then follow the on screen instructions If you ever need to recover the system see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 70 Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your system Choose the method that best matches your situation and level of expertise ENWW Windows offers several options for restoring from backup refreshing the computer and resetting the computer to its original state For more information and steps see Help and Support From the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver From the Start screen type recovery select HP Recovery Manager select Drivers and Applications Reinstall and then follow the on screen instructions If you want to reset your computer using a minimized image you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the
43. dia If you have not already created recovery media see Creating HP Recovery media on page 68 If the HP Recovery media does not work you can obtain recovery media for your system from support See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer You can also find contact information from the HP website Go to http www hp com support select your country or region and follow the on screen instructions iy IMPORTANT HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of your personal data Before beginning recovery back up any personal data you wish to retain Using the HP Recovery partition select models only 70 The HP Recovery partition select models only allows you to perform a system recovery or minimized image recovery without the need for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive This type of recovery can only be used if the hard drive is still working To start HP Recovery Manager from the HP Recovery partition Chapter 10 Backing up restoring and recovering ENWW iJ IMPORTANT For tablets connect to the keyboard dock before beginning these steps select models only 1 Press f11 while the computer boots or Press and hold f11 as you press the power button 2 Choose your keyboard layout 3 Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu 4 Select Recovery Manager and then follow the on screen instructions Using HP Recovery media to recover You can u
44. e ENWW Keyboard base 11 Lights Component Description 1 Caps lock light e White Caps lock is on e Off Caps lock is off 2 g 9 Mute light e Amber Computer sound is off e Off Computer sound is on 3 t i Wireless light On An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local I area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on NOTE Onsome models the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ENWW Keys ENWW Component 1 2 esc key fn key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key select models only Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the b key or the esc key select models only 3 4 Windows key Action keys Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop NOTE Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous screen Execute frequently used system functions NOTE Action keys do not display or function on the on screen keyboard of the tablet Keyboard base 13 Right side EE 5 TL e Component Description 1 USB 3 0 port Connects optional USB devices such as a keyboard mouse Bu external drive printer scanner or USB hub 2 HOM HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device such as a high definitio
45. e Ped gata ea de uus 30 Using audio PER 30 Connecling Speakers oec and AE EEEE ETE EEEE 30 Connecting headphones and microphones ssssssssssssssee e 31 Using Beats Audio 000 0 eect ee ee ti te eer eene ee nennen nene nennen enses 31 Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel sss 31 Enabling and disabling Beats Audio ssee e 31 Testing your audio features ssssssssssssseseeee eem eene ennemis 32 BEIM 32 Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable sssssn 33 Setting up HDMI audio ssssseeeem ee eee 33 Discovering and connecting to Miracast compatible wireless displays select models only 34 5 Navigating the SCHON 35 Using the TouchPad and gestures ssssssssssseeee eene nnne enne nnm nnn enn rennen nennen 35 I II M EERRRREEET 36 Ser 37 PIAGCHIMNG ZOOMMAG eee t 37 zeige e M 38 Rotating select models only ssssssssseeee enne eee enne 39 Flicking select models only rtt e EATE eR EAA 40 sec 40 Biel H 40 IN ug oe rlcM e a 41 Top edge SWIDe ez end en en Panera eet eU ere ep deest 41 Using the touch SCFeen
46. e your computer over time the files on the hard drive become fragmented A fragmented drive means data on your drive is not contiguous sequential and because of this the hard drive works harder to locate files thus slowing down the computer Disk Defragmenter consolidates or Improving performance 57 physically reorganizes the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that the system can run more efficiently ZZ NOTE Itis not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid state drives After you start Disk Defragmenter it works without supervision However depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files Disk Defragmenter may take more than an hour to complete HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at least once a month You may set Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly schedule but you can defragment your computer manually at any time To run Disk Defragmenter 1 Connect the computer to AC power 2 From the Start screen type a and then type disk 3 Follow the on screen instructions For additional information access the Disk Defragmenter software Help Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer run more efficiently To run Disk Cleanup 1 From the Start screen type disk and then select Uninstall apps to free up disk space 2 Follow the on screen instructions
47. e your finger gently from the right edge to reveal the charms 40 Chapter 5 Navigating the screen ENWW Left edge swipe The left edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you can switch between them quickly e Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to switch between them quickly Top edge swipe The top edge swipe displays app command options that allow you to customize apps 14 f IMPORTANT When an app is open the top edge gesture varies depending on the app e Swipe your finger gently from the top edge to reveal the app command options ENWW Using the TouchPad and gestures 41 Using the touch screen A touch screen computer allows you to control items on the screen directly with your fingers x TIP On touch screen computers you can perform the gestures on the screen or on the TouchPad You can also perform on screen actions with the keyboard and mouse Using touch screen gestures One finger slide The one finger slide is mostly used to pan or scroll through lists and pages but you can use it for other interactions too such as moving an object e To scroll across the screen lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move Ey NOTE When many apps are revealed on the Start screen you can slide your finger to move the screen left or right e To drag press and hold an object and then drag the object to move it 42 Chapter 5
48. eam in order for NFC to work on Windows 8 devices Check your NFC device manufacturer to be sure that it is compatible with Windows 8 Start sharing Touch your NFC device to your computer to start sharing between your device and your computer 1 Open the item you want to share 2 Touch the two NFC antennas together You may hear a sound when the antennas have recognized each other Ej NOTE The NFC antenna on your computer is located on the center right side of your computer screen Refer to your device instructions to see where its antenna is located 3 You may see a message on your device asking you to initiate the transfer and a message on your computer if you want to receive the transfer Follow the on screen instructions to accept the transfer ENWW Touch to share select models only 29 Editing media in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Whether you are an amateur or professional photographer or somewhere in between Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5 is an intuitive all in one solution for bringing out the best in your photographs To start Lightroom A From the Start screen select the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5 app and then follow the on screen instructions x TIP For more information on using Lightroom go to http helpx adobe com lightroom html Lightroom allows you to easily remove defects and unwanted objects from your images and automatically straighten tilted shots and share your photos e
49. ease the tablet from the keyboard base follow these steps 1 Slide the release latch on the keyboard base to the left 1 2 Lift and remove the tablet 2 Changing your tablet s settings You can change view and screen brightness Changing your tablet s view Your tablet s orientation or view changes automatically from landscape to portrait view or from portrait to landscape view To change the view of your tablet from landscape view to portrait view A Hold the tablet horizontally and then turn it 90 degrees to the right in a clockwise direction To change the view of your tablet from portrait view to landscape view A Hold the tablet vertically and then turn it 90 degrees to the left in a counter clockwise direction Adjusting your tablet s autorotate lock To adjust your tablet s autorotate lock 1 Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms and then tap Settings 2 Tap the Screen icon at the bottom right Tap the autorotate lock icon to lock your current tablet screen in place and to prevent rotation The icon displays a lock symbol when autorotate lock is active To turn off the autorotate lock tap the autorotate lock icon again 16 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ENWW Adjusting your tablet s screen brightness To adjust the screen brightness 1 Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms and then tap Settings 2 Tap the
50. em HP applications the non Windows Setup Utility BIOS and other third party software can help protect your computer from a variety of risks such as viruses worms and other types of malicious code iy IMPORTANT Some security features listed in this chapter may not be available on your computer Tablet risk Security feature Unauthorized use of the computer Power on password Computer viruses Antivirus software Unauthorized access to data Firewall software Unauthorized access to Setup Utility BIOS settings and Administrator password other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Software updates Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable lock Using passwords ENWW A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information and to protect online transactions Several types of passwords can be set For example when you set up your computer for the first time you were asked to create a user password to secure your computer Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in the HP Setup Utility BIOS that 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 Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords e To reduce the risk of being locked out of the computer
51. equired e To create recovery discs your computer must have an optical drive with DVD writer capability and you must use only high quality blank DVD R DVD R DVD R DL or DVD R DL discs Do not use rewritable discs such as CDXxRW DVD RW double layer DVD RW or BD RE rewritable Blu ray discs they are not compatible with HP Recovery Manager software Or instead you can use a high quality blank USB flash drive e f your computer does not include an integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability but you would like to create DVD recovery media you can use an external optical drive purchased 68 Chapter 10 Backing up restoring and recovering ENWW separately to create recovery discs or you can obtain recovery discs from support See the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer You can also find contact information from the HP website Go to http www hp com support select your country or region and follow the on screen instructions If you use an external optical drive it must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer the drive cannot be connected to a USB port on an external device such as a USB hub Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you begin creating the recovery media The creation process can take up to an hour or more Do not interrupt the creation process If necessary you can exit the program before you have finished creating all of the recovery DVDs HP Re
52. er meter and power settings on page 52 The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level e f Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information e If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state the computer initiates Hibernation Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available e Connect an AC adapter e Connect the keyboard base to the tablet e X Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available Save your work and shut down the computer Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation follow these steps 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to external power 2 Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button Running on external AC power For information on connecting to AC power refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the computer box The computer does not use battery power when the computer is connected to AC external power with an approved AC adapter or an optional docking expansion device A WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the AC adapter provided with the computer a replacement AC adapter pr
53. erformance If Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced contact support Do not attempt to remove or replace the factory sealed battery Removing or replacing the battery could affect your warranty coverage If the battery is no longer holding a charge contact support When a battery has reached the end of its useful life do not dispose of the battery in general household waste Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life e Lower the brightness on the display e Select the Power saver setting in Power Options e Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them e Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port 52 Chapter 6 Managing power ENWW e Stop disable or remove any external media cards that you are not using e Before you leave your work initiate Sleep or shut down the computer Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level the following behavior occurs e The battery light select models only indicates a low or critical battery level e The power meter icon on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification Ey NOTE For additional information about the power meter see Using the pow
54. ether on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers A ENWW Using the TouchPad and gestures 37 2 finger click 2 finger click allows you to make menu selections for an object on the screen Ey NOTE Using 2 finger click is the same action as using right click with the mouse e Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for the selected object 38 Chapter5 Navigating the screen ENWW Rotating select models only Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos e Pointto an object then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in the TouchPad zone Using your right hand slide your forefinger in a sweeping motion from 12 o clock to 3 o clock To reverse the rotation move your forefinger from 3 o clock to 12 o clock Eyf NOTE Rotate is intended for specific apps where you can manipulate an object or image Rotate may not be functional for all apps ENWW Using the TouchPad and gestures 39 Flicking select models only Flicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents e Place three fingers on the TouchPad zone and flick your fingers in a light quick motion up down left or right Edge swipes Edge swipes allow you to perform tasks such as changing settings and finding or using apps Right edge swipe The right edge swipe reveals the charms which let you search share start apps access devices or change settings e Swip
55. f7 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key f8 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key Fr f9 Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD T f10 Begins pauses or resumes playback of an audio CD a DVD or a BD T f11 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD 112 Turns the wireless feature on or off gl NOTE A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible 48 Chapter5 Navigating the screen ENWW Using Windows shortcut keys Windows provides shortcuts to perform actions quickly Press the Windows key alone or in combination with a specific key to perform a designated action For commonly used shortcuts use the Windows Basics guide Using the hot keys A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key or the b key To use a hot key A Briefly press the fn key and then briefly press the second key of the combination Using voice navigation select models only Use your voice to create and edit documents and emails launch apps open files search the Internet and post to social networking sites Using Dragon voice recognition software and the integrated microphone on your computer you can quickly and easily capture your thoughts and ideas Your computer is equipped with either Dragon Notes or Dragon Assistant To see what version is installed on your
56. hat you can watch a YouTube video on the computer But did you know that you can also connect your computer to a TV or gaming console For more information see Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable on page 33 You know that you can listen to music on the computer But did you know that you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world See Using audio on page 30 Experience music the way the artist intended with deep controlled bass and clear pure sound See Using Beats Audio on page 31 Whether you are an amateur or professional photographer or somewhere in between Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5 is an intuitive all in one solution for bringing out the best in your photographs It includes powerful yet simple automatic adjustments and features as well as state of the art advanced tools allowing you to achieve amazing image quality See Editing media in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom on page 30 Use the TouchPad and the new Windows touch gestures for smooth control of images and pages of text See Using the TouchPad and gestures on page 35 and Using the TouchPad and gestures on page 35 Chapter 1 Starting right ENWW More HP resources You have already used Setup poster to turn on the computer and locate this guide To locate resources that provide product details how to information and more use this table ENWW Resource Setup poster Contents
57. he HP website Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPags Some download packages contain a file named Readme txt which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed BIOS version information also known as ROM date and System BIOS can be revealed by pressing fnt esc if you are already in Windows or by using Setup Utility BIOS 1 Start Setup Utility BIOS see Starting Setup Utility BIOS on page 65 2 Use the arrow keys to select Main and then make note of the BIOS version number 3 To exit Setup Utility BIOS without saving your changes use the arrow keys to select Exit select Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter 4 Click Yes ENWW Starting Setup Utility BIOS 65 Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power docked in an optional docking device or connected to an optional power source During the download and installation follow these instructi
58. he screen select Shut down and then select Shut down If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided To shut down the unresponsive tablet A Press both the Windows key and the power button at the same time To shut down the unresponsive tablet when it is connected to the keyboard base e Press ctrl alt delete click the Power icon and then select Shut Down e Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds e Disconnect the computer from external power 56 Chapter 6 Managing power ENWW Maintaining your computer It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition This chapter provides information about improving the performance of your computer by running tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup It also provides information about updating your programs and drivers instructions for cleaning your computer and tips for traveling with your computer Improving performance Everyone wants a fast computer and by performing regular maintenance tasks using tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup you can drastically improve the performance of your computer Also as your computer gets older you might consider installing larger drives and adding more memory Handling drives Observe these precautions when handling drives e Before removing or installing a dr
59. ieeeeeeeeeee enne eene then annia then annes ntes nnns hatc dena 19 Using the wireless button sssssesseee nennen 19 Using operating system controls ssssm em 20 Sharing data and drives and accessing software sse 20 USING a WEAN E W M M 21 Using an Internet service provider sssem em 21 Setting up a WLAN seriinin FELD ez ea Ee nee ERR OD eeu E Urea saa Ede eeu dde 21 Configuring a wireless router ssssssseee eme 22 ENWW Protecting YOUR WLAN eriadan nnt eb ta LER ho EM eR Nene aaa DN RAM E RM ea 22 Connecting to WLAN xii eerte tein rnt od ermita i dr rta agde oat 22 Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only sseeee 23 Inserting and removing a SIM sssssse menn 23 Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only sseeeeeee 24 4 Enjoying entertainment features erese iure eee rne ne teessesneseeeevnysenes tesnssennes tevnsstieres teevaseee EP AVE ER Ra oyN MEME 25 Multimedia features coena Deua eu na var Ru nre cee ER nae a ERE para ERE Fee a Rande ees 26 USING the WED CAIN EUER 28 Touch to share select models only d nde o Ec es c A 29 ice mU 29 Editing media in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom sssssennm emen 30 Special features eet tmt seb tod e ae eee e kan ded U Rn a te deed uade gia
60. ine such as emails When the computer exits Sleep you have immediate access to your updated information A Toenable this feature or manually adjust the settings from the Start screen type smart and then select Intel amp Smart Connect Technology Shutting down turning off the computer ACAUTION Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down Be sure to save your work before shutting down the computer The Shut down command closes all open programs including the operating system and then turns off the display and computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions e When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video port e When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period Although you can turn off the computer with the power button the recommended procedure is to use the Windows Shut down command Ey NOTE If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation you must first exit Sleep or ENWW Hibernation before shutdown is possible by briefly pressing the power button 1 Save your work and close all open programs 2 From the Start screen point to the upper right or lower right corner of the screen to reveal the charms 3 Click Settings click the Power icon and then click Shut down HP CoolSense select models only 55 Right click the Start button in the lower left corner of t
61. inimized Image Recovery Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware related drivers and software but not other software applications e Factory Reset Restores the computer to its original factory state by deleting all information from the hard drive and re creating the partitions Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory See Creating HP Recovery media on page 68 2 Use the Windows tools to create system restore points and create backups of personal information For more information and steps see Help and Support From the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support Creating HP Recovery media HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you successfully set up the computer HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and the software programs installed at the factory and then configures the settings for the programs HP Recovery media can also be used to customize the system or restore the factory image if you replace the hard drive e Only one set of HP Recovery media can be created Handle these recovery tools carefully and keep them in a safe place e HP Recovery Manager examines the computer and determines the required storage capacity for the blank USB flash drive or the number of blank DVD discs that will be r
62. ion is made place the mouse pointer over the network status icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar to verify the name and status of the connection Ef NOTE The functional range how far your wireless signals travel depends on WLAN implementation router manufacturer and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use WWANS to access the Internet from more places and over larger areas than it can by using WLANs Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider called a mobile network operator which in most cases is a cellular phone network operator Coverage for HP Mobile Broadband is similar to cellular phone voice coverage When used with mobile network operator service HP Mobile Broadband gives you the freedom to stay connected to the Internet send email or connect to your corporate network whether you are on the road or outside the range of Wi Fi hotspots HP supports the following technologies e HSPA High Speed Packet Access which provides access to networks based on the Global System for Mobile Communications GSM telecommunications standard e EV DO Evolution Data Optimized which provides access to networks based on the code division multiple access CDMA telecommunications standard e LTE Long Term Evolution which provides access t
63. ition device according to the following instructions 1 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer HDMI a 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the high definition TV or monitor 3 Press f4 to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states e PC screen only View the screen image on the computer only e Duplicate View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and the external device e Extend View the screen image extended across both the computer and the external device e Second screen only View the screen image on the external device only Each time you press f4 the display state changes Ej NOTE For best results especially if you choose the Extend option adjust the screen resolution of the external device as follows From the Start screen type control panel and then select Control Panel from the list of applications Select Appearance and Personalization Under Display select Adjust screen resolution Setting up HDMI audio HDMI is the only video interface that supports high definition video and audio After you connect an HDMI TV to the computer you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps 1 From the Windows desktop right click the Speakers icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then select Playback devices 2 On the Playback tab select the name of the digital output device 3 Click Set Default and
64. ive shut down the computer If you are unsure whether the computer is off in the Sleep state or in Hibernation turn the computer on and then shut it down through the operating system e Before handling a drive discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive e Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the computer e Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay e When the battery is the only source of power be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media e Ifa drive must be mailed place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE e A Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk through devices and security wands Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry on baggage use X rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives e Remove media from a drive before removing the drive from the drive bay or traveling with shipping or storing a drive e Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while an optical drive is writing to a disc The write process is sensitive to vibration e Before you move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear or properly disconnect the external hard drive Using Disk Defragmenter ENWW As you us
65. ives e Ifyou 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 e Ifyou are shipping the computer or a drive use suitable protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE e fthe computer has a wireless device installed the use of these devices may be restricted in some environments Such restrictions may apply onboard aircraft in hospitals near explosives and in hazardous locations If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device ask for authorization to use your computer before you turn it on e Ifyou are traveling internationally follow these suggestions Check the computer related customs regulations for each country or region on your itinerary Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer Voltage frequency and plug configurations vary A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not attempt to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances 60 Chapter 7 Maintaining your computer ENWW Securing your computer and information Tablet security is essential for protecting the confidentiality integrity and availability of your information Standard security solutions provided by the Windows operating syst
66. low or critical battery level Running on battery power When a charged battery is in the tablet and the tablet is not plugged into external power the tablet runs on battery power If the tablet has a charged battery installed and the AC adapter is disconnected from the tablet the tablet automatically switches to battery power and the display brightness decreases to conserve battery life The battery in the tablet slowly discharges when the tablet is off and unplugged from external power When the tablet is attached to the keyboard base the system is powered by the keyboard base s battery until the battery reaches a critical level in the keyboard base At that time the system switches to the tablet s battery Computer battery life varies depending on power management settings programs running on the computer display brightness external devices connected to the tablet and other factors Ef NOTE There is a secondary battery in the keyboard base When the tablet is attached to the keyboard base the system is powered by the keyboard base s battery Factory sealed battery Your computer has two internal rechargeable batteries that can be replaced only by an authorized service provider To monitor the status of your battery or if the battery is no longer holding a charge run Battery Check in Help and Support To access battery information from the Start screen type support select the HP Support Assistant app and then select Battery and p
67. ls only A wireless wide area network WWAN device that gives you wireless connectivity over a much larger area Mobile network operators install base stations similar to cell phone towers throughout large geographic areas effectively providing coverage across entire states regions or even countries e Bluetooth device select models only Creates a personal area network PAN to connect to other Bluetooth enabled devices such as computers phones printers headsets speakers and cameras In a PAN each device communicates directly with other devices and devices must be relatively close together typically within 10 meters approximately 33 feet of each other For more information about wireless technology see the information and website links provided in Help and Support From the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features e Wireless button wireless switch or wireless key referred to in this chapter as the wireless button select models only e Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button one or more wireless devices and one or two wireless lights depending on the model All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory so the wireless light is on white when you turn on the computer The wireless light indicates the overall power st
68. ment EULA If you do not accept these license terms your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product hardware and software within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase For any further information or to request a full refund of the computer please contact your local point of sale the seller Safety warning notice AWARNING To reduce the possibility of heat related injuries or of overheating the computer do not ENWW 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 Also do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment IEC 60950 iv Safety warning notice ENWW Table of contents OD OER O eere 1 Visit the HP Apps Store 200 002 cccccceceeeeececececee cee ee eee eeeeeeee cea eaeaaaeaaeceeeeeeeeeeeeseesecaeaaesaecaeeeeeeeeeeseeesensiaeeees 1 Best practica cT aa E AAAA AE TE AAE EEEE T aE ante 1 Fun ngs tO dO ioiai EER SE AEREA A NAE 2 More HP rete oce 3 2 GLUING to know your COmpUT
69. mputer has special action keys and hot key functions on the keyboard to perform routine tasks Using the TouchPad and gestures p Q The TouchPad allows you to navigate the computer screen and control the pointer by using simple finger movements You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings button configurations click speed and pointer options You can also view demonstrations of TouchPad gestures From the Start screen type control panel select Control Panel and then select Hardware and Sound Under Devices and Printers select Mouse TIP Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse Ey NOTE TouchPad gestures are not supported in all apps ENWW Using the TouchPad and gestures 35 Tapping To make an on screen selection use the tap function on the TouchPad e Pointto an item on the screen and then tap one finger on the TouchPad zone to make a selection Double tap an item to open it 36 Chapter5 Navigating the screen ENWW Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up down or sideways on a page or image e Place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad zone and then drag them up down left or right Pinching zooming Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom in or out on images or text e Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers together e Zoomin by placing two fingers tog
70. n television any compatible digital or audio component or a high speed HDMI device 3 Power connector Connects an AC adapter 4 AC adapter light e White The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged e Amber The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging e Off The computer is using battery power 14 Chapter2 Getting to know your computer ENWW Left side ENWW GO Component 1 as 2 D i USB 3 0 port Audio out headphone Audio in microphone combo jack Description Connects optional USB devices such as a keyboard mouse external drive printer scanner or USB hub Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or a television audio cable Also connects an optional headset microphone This jack does not support optional microphone only devices WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before using headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide from the Start Screen type support and then select HP Support Assistant NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled NOTE Be sure that the device cable has a 4 conductor connector that supports both audio out headphone and audio in microphone Keyboard base 15 Releasing the tablet from the keyboard base To rel
71. nennen ener nnne nnn trn n nnns 68 Creating recovery media and backups ssssssssseeeee eene nennen nennen ener nennt 68 Creating HP Recovery media ssssssssssssesseeeeee eee nnne n nennen nnn 68 Restore and rECOVEY HT 69 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager essssssseeee eene nnns 70 What you Need to Krow accsi ee aee c ere ene AAi be adul eb ase a eeu Rd unde 70 Using the HP Recovery partition select models only ssssss 70 Using HP Recovery media to recover ssssssssss eene 71 Changing the computer boot order sse 71 Removing the HP Recovery partition sssssssen ene 71 viii ENWW MN eo serico pL eM 72 Deom R 72 Operating environmient 2 deci eene re t i eate Aa n er e ue deat endl 72 12 Electrostatic DISC AGS me 73 nn 74 ENWW ENWW 1 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 Visit the HP Apps Store To download apps to the Start screen visit the HP Apps Store The HP Apps Store offers a wide choice of popular games entertainmen
72. o networks supporting LTE technology You may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to activate mobile broadband service The serial number is printed on a label located on the bottom of your computer Some mobile network operators require the use of a subscriber identity module SIM A SIM contains basic information about you such as a personal identification number PIN as well as network information Some computers include a SIM that is preinstalled in the battery bay If the SIM is not preinstalled it may be provided in the HP Mobile Broadband information provided with your computer or the mobile network operator may provide it separately from the computer For information about inserting and removing the SIM see the Inserting and removing a SIM on page 23 section in this chapter For information about HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network operator see the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer Inserting and removing a SIM ACAUTION To prevent damage to the connectors use minimal force when inserting a SIM ENWW To insert a SIM follow these steps 1 Shutdown the computer 2 Ifthe keyboard base is attached to the tablet close the display 3 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 4 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Connecting to a wireless network 23 5 Insert the SIM into the SIM slot and gently push the
73. on page 51 50 Chapter 6 Managing power ENWW Manually initiating and exiting Sleep You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways e Close the display e From the Start screen point to the upper right or lower right corner of the screen to reveal the charms Click Settings click the Power icon and then click Sleep To exit Sleep e Briefly press the power button e l fthe display is closed and the tablet is connected to the keyboard base open the display e Press a key on the keyboard e Tap or swipe the TouchPad When the computer exits Sleep the power lights turn on and the computer returns to the screen where you stopped working Ey NOTE If you have set a password to be required on wakeup you must enter your Windows password before the computer will return to the screen Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation select models only You can enable user initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options 1 From the Start screen type power options and then select Power Options 2 Inthe left pane click Choose what the power button does 3 Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable 4 In the When I press the power button area select Hibernate 5 Click Save changes When the computer exits Hibernation the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen E NOTE If you have set a password to be required on wakeup you must enter yo
74. ons Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep Do not insert remove connect or disconnect any device cable or cord 1 From the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app 2 Click Updates and tune ups and then click Check for HP updates now 3 Follow the on screen instructions 4 Atthe download area follow these steps a Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on your computer If the update is more recent than your BIOS make a note of the date name or other identifier You may need this information to locate the update later after it has been downloaded to your hard drive b Follow the on screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive If the update is more recent than your BIOS make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update Ey NOTE If you connect your computer to a network consult the network administrator before installing any software updates especially system BIOS updates BIOS installation procedures vary Follow any instructions that are revealed on the screen after the download is complete If no instructions are revealed follow these steps 1 From the Start screen type file and
75. ovided by HP or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions ENWW Running on external AC power 53 Z WARNING Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft e When charging or calibrating a battery e When installing or modifying system software e When writing information to a disc select models only e When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives e When performing a backup or recovery When you connect the computer to external AC power e The battery begins to charge e The display brightness increases e The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance When you disconnect external AC power the following events occur e The computer switches to battery power e The display brightness automatically decreases to save battery life e The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance Troubleshooting power problems Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power e The computer does not turn on e The display does not turn on e The power lights are off To test the AC adapter 1 Shut down the computer 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an AC outlet 3 Turn on the computer e lfthe power lights turn on the AC adapter is working properly e l fthe power lights remain off
76. p Utility BIOS passwords 62 Setup Utility BIOS using 65 shipping the computer 60 shutdown 55 SIM identifying 7 inserting 23 Sleep exiting 51 initiating 51 software Disk Cleanup 58 Disk Defragmenter 57 software updates installing 64 speakers connecting 30 identifying 27 speakers identifying 8 supported discs recovery 68 system recovery 70 system restore point creating 68 T tablet release latch identifying 10 tablet screen brightness 17 tablet settings changing 16 tablet view changing 16 tapping TouchPad gesture 36 testing an AC adapter 54 Index 75 touch screen gestures 45 46 edge swipe gestures 45 46 one finger slide 42 pinching 44 rotating 45 scrolling 44 tapping 43 touch screen using 42 touch to share 29 TouchPad buttons 11 identifying 11 TouchPad gestures pinching 37 rotating 39 scrolling 37 tapping 36 zooming 37 TouchPad zone identifying 11 TPM Embedded Security 62 traveling with the computer 18 60 turning off the computer 55 U unresponsive system 55 updating programs and drivers 58 USB 3 0 port identifying 14 15 27 28 using external AC power 53 using passwords 61 V video 32 voice navigation 49 volume button identifying 7 Ww webcam light identifying 8 27 webcam identifying 8 27 28 Windows File History 69 restoring files 69 system restore point 68 Windows button identifying 9 Windows key identifying 13 Windows passwords 62 Window
77. puter follow these steps 1 From the Start screen type sound and then select Sound Receiver 2 Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone 3 Save the file to your desktop 4 Open a multimedia program and play the recording To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer 1 From the Start screen type control panel and then select Control Panel 2 Select Hardware and Sound and then select Sound Using video Your computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your favorite websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer when you are not connected to a network To enhance your viewing enjoyment use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an external monitor projector or TV Most computers have a video graphics array VGA port which connects analog video devices Some computers also have a high definition multimedia interface HDMI port which allows you to connect a high definition monitor or TV iy IMPORTANT Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer using the correct cable Check the device manufacturer s instructions 32 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features ENWW Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable Ey NOTE To connect an HDMI device to your computer you need an HDMI cable sold separately To see the computer screen image on a high definition TV or monitor connect the high defin
78. roducts to correct security problems and improve functionality of the software Securing your wireless network When you set up your wireless network always enable security features For more information see Protecting your WLAN on page 22 Backing up your software applications and information Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure For more information see Backing up restoring and recovering on page 68 64 Chapter 8 Securing your computer and information ENWW 9 Using Setup Utility BIOS and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI Setup Utility or Basic Input Output System BIOS controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system such as disk drives display keyboard mouse and printer Setup Utility BIOS includes settings for the types of devices installed the startup sequence of the computer and the amount of system and extended memory Starting Setup Utility BIOS To start Setup Utility BIOS turn on or restart the computer quickly press esc and then press f10 Information about how to navigate in Setup Utility BIOS is located at the bottom of the screen Ey NOTE Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility BIOS Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on t
79. rs to your computer follow the device manufacturer s instructions To connect high definition speakers to the computer see Setting up HDMI audio on page 33 Before connecting speakers lower the volume setting 30 Chapter4 Enjoying entertainment features ENWW Connecting headphones and microphones You can connect wired headphones or headsets to the audio out headphone audio in microphone combo jack on your computer Many headsets with integrated microphones are commercially available To connect wireless headphones to your computer follow the device manufacturer s instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury lower the volume setting before putting on headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide from the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app Using Beats Audio Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound You can experience Beats Audio through the computer s internal speakers through external speakers connected to a USB port or through Beats Audio headphones connected to the headphone jack Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel Use Beats Audio Control Panel to view and manually control audio and bass settings To open Beats Audio Control Panel follow these steps Mode Steps 1 Swipe from the righ
80. s shortcut keys 49 Wireless Assistant software 19 wireless button 19 76 Index wireless certification label 18 wireless controls button 19 operating system 19 Wireless Assistant software 19 wireless light identifying 12 19 wireless network WLAN connecting 22 corporate WLAN connection 22 equipment needed 21 functional range 23 public WLAN connection 22 security 22 using 21 wireless network securing 64 WLAN antennas identifying 8 WLAN device 18 21 WLAN label 18 WWAN device 23 Z zooming touch screen gesture 44 zooming TouchPad gesture 37 ENWW
81. se 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 1 If possible back up all personal files 2 Insert the HP Recovery disc you created and then restart the computer Ey NOTE If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager change the computer boot order See Changing the computer boot order on page 71 3 Follow the on screen instructions Changing the computer boot order If computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager you can change the computer boot order which is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information You can change the selection for an optical drive or a USB flash drive To change the boot order 1 Insert the HP Recovery media you created 2 Restart the computer quickly press esc and then press f9 for boot options 3 Select the optical drive or USB flash drive you want to boot from 4 Follow the on screen instructions Removing the HP Recovery partition HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space iy IMPORTANT After you remove the HP Recovery partition you can no longer use the Windows Refresh option the Windows option to remove everything and reinstall Windows or the HP Recovery Manager option So before you remove the Recovery partition create
82. ss certification 18 WLAN 18 left edge swipe 46 lights AC adapter 14 caps lock 12 mute 12 webcam 8 27 wireless 12 low battery level 53 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 58 Disk Defragmenter 57 Micro SD Card Reader identifying 7 microphone connecting 31 ENWW minimized image creating 70 recovery 70 mouse external setting preferences 35 mute light identifying 12 N NFC 29 Oo on screen keyboard 47 operating environment 72 original system recovery 70 P passwords Setup Utility BIOS 62 Windows 62 pinching touch screen gesture 44 pinching TouchPad gesture 37 ports HDMI 14 27 33 USB 3 0 14 15 27 28 power button identifying 6 power connector identifying 7 14 power meter 52 power battery 52 product name and number computer 17 public WLAN connection 22 R recovery discs 68 71 HP Recovery Manager 70 media 71 options 68 starting 70 supported discs 68 system 70 USB flash drive 71 using HP Recovery media 69 recovery media creating 68 creating using HP Recovery Manager 69 recovery partition removing 71 regulatory information regulatory label 18 wireless certification labels 18 releasing the tablet 16 restore Windows File History 69 right edge swipe 45 rotating TouchPad gesture 39 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 37 security wireless 22 serialnumber 17 serial number computer 17 service labels locating 17 setting password protection on wakeup 51 setup of WLAN 21 Setu
83. storing 69 Disk Cleanup software 58 Disk Defragmenter software 57 docking connector identifying 10 docking port power connector identifying 7 E edge swipe gestures 45 left edge swipe 46 right edge swipe 45 top edge swipe 46 editing media 30 electrostatic discharge 73 esc key identifying 13 external AC power using 53 F firewall software 64 fn key identifying 13 49 fun things todo 2 H HDMI port connecting 33 identifying 14 27 HDMI configuring audio 33 headphones connecting 31 Hibernation exiting 51 initiated during critical battery level 53 initiating 51 high definition devices connecting 33 hot keys description 49 using 49 HP and third party software updates installing 64 HP Mobile Broadband disabled 23 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI downloading 67 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 71 starting 70 HP Recovery media creating 68 recovery 71 HP Recovery partition recovery 70 removing 71 l input power 72 ENWW Intel Rapid Start Technology 50 Intel Smart Connect Technology 55 internal microphone identifying 27 internal microphones identifying 8 Internet connection setup 21 Internet security software using 63 J jacks audio in microphone 26 28 audio out headphone 26 28 7 15 7 15 K keyboard hot keys identifying 49 keys action 13 esc 13 fn 13 Windows key 13 L labels Bluetooth 18 regulatory 18 serialnumber 17 service 17 wirele
84. t and music apps productivity apps and apps exclusive to HP The selection is updated regularly and includes regional content and country specific offers Be sure to check the HP Apps Store frequently for new and updated features iy IMPORTANT You must be connected to the Internet to access the HP Apps Store To view and download an app 1 From the Start screen select the Store app 2 Select HP Picks to view all the available apps 3 Select the app you want to download and then follow the on screen instructions When the download is complete the app appears on the Start screen Best practices To get the most out of your smart investment after you set up and register the computer we recommend the following steps e lfyou haven t already done so connect to a wired or wireless network See details in Connecting to a network on page 19 e Take a minute to browse the printed Windows Basics guide to explore the new Windows features e Become familiar with the computer hardware and software For more information see Getting to know your computer on page 5 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 25 for information e Update or purchase antivirus software Learn more at Using antivirus software on page 63 e Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive See Backing up restoring and recovering on page 68 ENWW Visit the HP Apps Store 1 2 Fun things to do You know t
85. t edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms tap Search pa and then tap the search box 2 Type control panel select Control Panel select Hardware and Sound and then select Beats Audio Control Panel gay From the Start screen type control panel select Control Panel select Hardware and Sound and then select Beats Audio Control Panel Enabling and disabling Beats Audio To enable or disable Beats Audio follow these steps Mode Steps 1 Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms tap Search pa and then tap the search box 2 Type control panel select Control Panel select Hardware and Sound and then select Beats Audio Control Panel 3 Follow the on screen instructions pay 1 From the Start screen type control panel select Control Panel select Hardware and 9 Sound and then select Beats Audio Control Panel 2 Follow the on screen instructions ENWW Using audio 31 Testing your audio features To check the audio function on your computer follow these steps 1 From the Start screen type control panel and then select Control Panel 2 Select Hardware and Sound and then select Sound 3 When the Sound window opens select the Sounds tab Under Program Events select any sound event such as a beep or alarm and then click Test You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones To check the recording functions on your com
86. t is strongly recommended that you upgrade the security software trial offer or purchase the software of your choice in order to fully protect your computer Using antivirus software ENWW Computer viruses can disable programs utilities or the operating system or cause them to function abnormally Antivirus software can detect most viruses destroy them and in most cases repair any damage they have caused To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses antivirus software must be kept up to date An antivirus program may be preinstalled on your computer It is strongly recommended that you use the antivirus program of your choice in order to fully protect your computer For more information about computer viruses from the Start screen type hp support assistant and then select the HP Support Assistant app Using Internet security software 63 Using firewall software Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network A firewall can be software you install on your computer and or network or it can be a combination of both hardware and software There are two types of firewalls to consider e Host based firewalls Software that protects only the computer it is installed on e Network based firewalls Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network to protect all the computers on the network When a firewall is installed on a system all data sent to and from the sys
87. tem is monitored and compared with a set of user defined security criteria 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 For more information see Updating programs and drivers on page 58 Installing critical security updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed on your computer To download the latest versions go to http www hp com go contactHP At this location you can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available If you have installed third party software after you purchased your computer regularly update the software Software companies provide software updates to their products to correct security problems and improve functionality of the software Installing HP and third party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed on your computer To download the latest versions go to http www hp com go contactHP At this location you can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available If you have installed third party software after you purchased your computer regularly update the software Software companies provide software updates to their p
88. tion select models only If you have not already created recovery media see Creating HP Recovery media on page 68 Using HP Recovery media you can choose from one of the following recovery options System Recovery Reinstalls the original operating system and then configures the settings for the programs that were installed at the factory Minimized Image Recovery select models only Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware related drivers and software but not other software applications Factory Reset Restores the computer to its original factory state by deleting all information from the hard drive and re creating the partitions Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory The HP Recovery partition select models only allows System Recovery and Minimized Image Recovery What you need to know HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that was installed at the factory For software not provided with this computer you must either download the software from the manufacturer s website or reinstall the software from the media provided by the manufacturer Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails If you have not already created recovery media see Creating HP Recovery media on page 68 To use the Factory Reset option you must use HP Recovery me
89. ton down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the tablet To learn more about your power settings see your power options From the Start screen type power select Power and sleep settings and then select Power and sleep from the list of applications 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ENWW ENWW Components 2 Q Audio out headphone Audio in microphone combo jack Description Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or a television audio cable Also connects an optional headset microphone This jack does not support optional microphone only devices WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before using headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide from the Start screen type support and then select the HP Support Assistant app NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled NOTE Be sure that the device cable has a 4 conductor connector that supports both audio out headphone and audio in microphone 3 Power connector Connects an AC adapter 4 Alignment post connectors 2 Align and attach the tablet to the keyboard base 5 6 7 8 Docking port power connector SIM slot select models only Micro SD Card Reader Volume button Connects the tablet to the ke
90. ur Windows password before your work will return to the screen Setting password protection on wakeup ENWW To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation follow these steps 1 From the Start screen type power options and then select Power Options 2 Inthe left pane click Require a password on wakeup 3 Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable 4 Click Require a password recommended Ey NOTE If you need to create a user account password or change your current user account password click Create or change your user account password and then follow the on screen instructions If you do not need to create or change a user account password go to step 5 5 Click Save changes Initiating Sleep and Hibernation 51 Using the power meter and power settings The power meter is located on the Windows desktop The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge e Toreveal the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan on the Windows desktop point over the power meter icon e Touse Power Options click the power meter icon and select an item from the list From the Start screen you can also type power options and then select Power Options Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power The icon also reveals a message if the battery has reached a
91. y device select models only ssssseenm nn 62 Using Internet security software sssssssssssseseeeeeeen nm nennen meme en nennen nennen enne ns 63 USING antivirus SOffWare ceadic ise roten dL kde Ried de RR LL n EE EEEE 63 Using firewall SOflWare pede Ge ed ete et tt i Rd dE c un 64 Installing software updates 0 0 eee rr nnn ne rete eee nnne n nennen nennen nennen nnn 64 Installing critical security updates see mmn 64 Installing HP and third party software updates sssse emm 64 Securing your wireless network ssssssssesseeeeeeeene nennen nemen enne ener nenne 64 Backing up your software applications and information sss 64 9 Using Setup Utility BIOS and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI eese 65 Starting Setup Utility BIOS ii cde rettet et t eta ere eden e edo RR Ix E genda d 65 Updating the BIOS 2 iterari adde uid de edd e E ae ee 65 Determining the BIOS version sssssssssssseennee eee rennen nennen 65 Downloading a BIOS update ssssssssssssseeene eene nennen nennen 66 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ssssssee nnnm eem rennen 66 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB device 67 10 Backing up restoring and recovering eeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeen nennen nennen nennen
92. yboard base and connects an AC adapter Supports a wireless subscriber identity module SIM Supports micro SD cards Controls speaker volume on the tablet e Toincrease speaker volume press the edge of the button e To decrease speaker volume press the edge of the button The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions 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 from the Start screen type support select the HP Support Assistant app select My computer and then select User guides Tablet edge components 7 8 Component Description 1 WLAN antennas 2 Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks WLANs 2 Internal microphones 2 Record sound 3 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 4 HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video captures still photographs and allows you to video conference and chat online using streaming video Q Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms tap Search and then tap the search box type camera and then select Camera from the list of applications From the Start screen type camera and then select Camera from the list of applications

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