HP 13 - Manual

TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers . Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings . TouchPad but...

Lights Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on. (3) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) Mu...

Button Component Description Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on thecomputer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiateSleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the buttonbriefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation...

Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination withthe fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed incombination with an arrow key or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows applicati...

Right-side components Component Description (1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled orstolen. (2) Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is...

Component Description (2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (3) Battery light ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level,a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The compu...

Component Description (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Battery bay Holds the battery. NOTE: The battery is preinstalled in the battery bay at the factory. Display components Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) Webcam Records vi...

NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. A...

Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides important information including the following: ◦ Serial number (s/n) (1) . This is an alphanumeric identifier that is un...

3 Wireless and local area network Using wireless devices Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device—Connects the computer to wireless local areane...

Wireless (disconnected) Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computerand indicates that all of the wireless devices are off. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers on your computerare installed and one or more network devices are connectedto the network. Wi...

Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you can use the wireless key to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Individual wireless devices can be controlled through WirelessAssistant software. Using Wireless Assistant software A wireless device can be turned on or ...

NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably. ● A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access pointsthat can accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate criticalnetwork functions. ● A ho...

When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect yournetwork from unauthorized access. The common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)-Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Because wireless radio signals travel outside thenetwork, other...

After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the notification area, atthe far right of the taskbar, to verify the name and status of the connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer...

Identifying the adapter components Component Description (1) Adapter light ● AC adapter only (no RJ-45 network cable connected): ◦ Off: The light is off when the adapter is plugged into a wall outlet. ◦ Blinking: The light blinks once after approximately one minute,and then turns off. ● AC adapter a...

4. Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack (4) . 5. Turn on the computer. 6. Be sure that wireless is on (wireless light is off). After about one minute, the adapter light blinks once to signal the start of wireless broadcasting.The light then blinks periodically every few seconds u...

Using Bluetooth wireless devices A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableconnections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devi...

Network icon for WLAN is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the softwaredriver is either missing or corrupted. A Windows “Device not Found” error message may also bedisplayed. The driver must be reinstalled. Get the latest versio...

4 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the TouchPad, you can also connect an external USB mouse to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as butto...

Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. NOTE: Depending on the application you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys will open ...

Icon Description Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connectedto the computer, pressing this key alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display tosimultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Most ex...

Hotkey Description Display system information. fn+esc Displays information about system hardware components andthe system BIOS version number. Scroll up. fn+up arrow Scrolls the page up. Scroll down. fn+down arrow Scrolls the page down. Go home. fn+left arrow Returns the cursor to the beginning of t...

5 Multimedia Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphones for recording your own a...

Using the media activity keys The media activity keys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD or BD that is inserted into an externaloptical drive (purchased separately). ● When an audio CD or a DVD is not playing, press the play/pause key (2) to play the disc. ● When an audio CD or a DVD is playin...

Audio Your computer enables you to use a variety of audio features: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers ● Control the bass with the Beats Audio feature ( fn+b ) ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music fr...

To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder . 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart and play back the sound. NOTE:...

Identifying Beats Audio icons Icon Name Description Beats Audio (connected) Indicates that Beats Audio is enabled. Beats Audio (disconnected) Indicates that Beats Audio is disabled. Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Ed...

To connect an external monitor or projector using the HDMI to VGA Display Adapter, follow these steps: 1. Connect the HDMI to VGA Display Adapter to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect an external monitor or projector to the other end of the adapter. NOTE: If a properly connected external disp...

To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port: 1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer’sinstructions. 3. Press the switch screen image key on the computer to switch th...

NOTE: For more information on using HP MediaSmart, click Start > Help and Support , and type MediaSmart in the Search box. The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following features: ● Capturing and sharing video ● Streaming video with instant message software ● Taking still photos...

6 Power management Setting power devices Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When Sleep is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory,letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hi...

When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where youstopped working. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The sys...

Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. Theicon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, orreserve battery level. To hide or display the battery meter icon: 1. Right-click the Show hid...

Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, followthese steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options . 2. In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup . 3. Click Chan...

Connecting AC power WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not byunplugging the power cord from the com...

Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to ACpower: ● The computer will not turn on. ● The display does not turn on. ● The power light is off. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from the computer. 2. Connect the...

3. Raise the battery and remove it from the battery bay (2) . To insert the primary battery: 1. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on the outer edge of the battery bay (1) and lower the battery into the battery bay...

The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer isoff. Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmeror cooler than room temperature. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery ...

Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery level and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power until the power light turns off. Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the ...

Identifying the accessory battery components Component Description (1) Battery fuel gauge When pressed, the battery fuel gauge checks the amount ofavailable battery charge. (2) Battery charge lights Show the percentage of available battery power. ● Blinking: The accessory battery has reached a low b...

3. Lift the accessory battery from the bottom of the computer (2) . Battery charging and discharging sequence Battery charging and discharging sequence varies when both the primary battery and optional accessorybattery are installed. ● The computer supports Fast Charge Mode (enabled at the factory)....

Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. It is alsonot necessary to calibrate a new battery. ▲ To calibrate a battery and for additional information, select Start > Help and Support . Storing a battery CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery, ...

7 Drives and external devices Drives Identifying installed drives Your computer includes a hard drive (with a rotating disc) or a solid-state drive (SSD) with solid-statememory. Because it has no moving parts, an SSD does not generate as much heat as a hard drive. To view the drives installed on the...

NOTE: It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid-state drives. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter . 2. Click Defragment disk . NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the securit...

Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer (DL) Drive ● ...

Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open If your optical drive is a tray load drive and the disc tray does not open, follow these steps: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray...

NOTE: You must have a network set up in order to share an optical drive; refer to Wireless and local area network on page 12 for additional information on setting up a network. NOTE: Some discs, such as DVD movies and game discs, may be copy-protected and therefore unusable through DVD or CD sharing...

▲ To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USBport. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at th...

8 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows SetupUtility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks. Follow the procedures in this guide to use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus sof...

CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because most passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record eachpassword immediately and store it in a secure place. You can use the same password for a Setup Utility feat...

Password CAUTION: If you forget your power-on password, you cannot turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password. *For details about each of these passwords, refer to the following topics. Administrator password Y...

Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your administrator password, and then press enter . After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again. Power-on password Your power-on password prevents unauthorized use...

beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating NortonInternet Security software and for purchasing extended update service are provided within the program.To view and access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Secur...

A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when yourWindows® operating system is not working. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and otherpreferenc...

The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving changes. ● To exit Setup Utility a...

Select To do this Fan Always On Enabled/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan willalways be on. Fast Charge Mode Enable/disable the Fast Charge Mode for the primary and accessorybatteries. Action Keys Mode Enable/disable the Action Keys. Boot Options Set the following boot options: ●...

Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installedon 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 displayed...

B Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. HP recommends that youcreate recovery discs immediately after software setup. As you add new software and data files, youshould continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonabl...

Note the following guidelines before creating recovery discs: ● You will need high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. All these discsare purchased separately. DVDs and BDs have a much higher capacity than CDs. If you use CDs,up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a f...

3. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste . 4. Save the document. ● You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R,CD-RW, DVD+R,...

3. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Under Protection Settings , select the disk for which you want to create a restore point. 5. Click Create . 6. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the co...

Index A AC adapter identifying 9testing 44 AC power, connecting 43accessory battery components 50inserting 50removing 50 accessory battery charge lights 50 accessory battery connector, identifying 7 accessory battery fuel gauge 50action key mode 73action keys adjusting volume 26audio CD, DVD, or BD ...