HP B8V06UT#ABA - Manual

Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components Windows 8 Basics guide Overview of using and navigating with Windows® 8. Help...

2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Pointing stick (select models only) Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on thescreen. (2) Left pointing stick button (select mode...

Lights NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) Caps lock light ● On: Caps lock is on. (3) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The compute...

Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (2) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn onthe compu...

Keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key. (2) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed incombination with the fn key....

Front NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Display release latch Opens the computer. (2) Wireless light ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as awireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, i...

Rear NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. (2) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. 12 Chapter 2 Ge...

Bottom NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It isnormal for the intern...

3 Connecting to a network Your computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globeand access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wirelessnetwork connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world. Connecting t...

Using operating system controls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network,manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: 1. From the Start screen, type n , and then select Settings . 2. Typ...

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 on. If the wirelesslight is off, press the wireless button. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off. 2. From ...

For information about inserting and removing the SIM, see Inserting and removing a SIM on page 22 . For information about HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobilenetwork operator, see the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer. Foradditional inform...

To remove a SIM, press in on the SIM, and then remove it from the slot. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS) device. GPS satellitesdeliver location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped systems. For more information, see the ...

2. Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or router. NOTE: If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (3) , which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward thecomputer. Using a modem A modem must be co...

Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside thecountry or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specificmodem cable adapter. To connect the modem to an ...

4 Navigating using the keyboard, touchgestures and pointing devices Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in addition to thekeyboard and mouse. Touch gestures can be used on your computer TouchPad or on a touch screen(select models only). Review the Windows 8 Basi...

Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you can switch between themquickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to switch between recently openedapps. Using the keyboard The keyboard and mouse allow you to type items, scroll and to per...

Shortcutkey Key Description Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windowsdesktop. Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen. + c Opens the charms. + d Opens the Windows desktop. + tab Switches between open apps. NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the...

Hot key combination Description fn + f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if amonitor is connected to the computer, fn + f4 alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the mo...

Component Description (2) Embedded numeric keypad When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an externalnumeric keypad. Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by theicon in the upper-right corner of the key. (3) num lk key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pres...

5 Multimedia Your computer may include the following: ● Integrated speaker(s) ● Integrated microphone(s) ● Integrated webcam ● Preinstalled multimedia software ● Multimedia buttons or keys Using the media activity controls Depending on your computer model, you may have the following media activity c...

Adjusting the volume Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following: ● Volume buttons ● Volume hot keys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key) ● Volume keys WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones...

Administrators can set the security level for Face Recognition in the Security Manager Setup Wizardor HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. For more information, see the Face Recognition softwareHelp. To access this guide, from the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My compu...

To connect a video or audio device to the DisplayPort: 1. Connect one end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device. 3. Press fn + f4 to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: V...

6 Power management NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power button is used throughout this guide to see both types of power controls. Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down. The shutdown command closes all open p...

Setting power options Using power-saving states Sleep is enabled at the factory. When Sleep is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...

Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, followthese steps: 1. From the Start screen, type power , select Settings , and then select Power Options . 2. In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup . 3. Cl...

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: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. – or – ● The power meter icon in the notification ar...

3. Remove the battery from the computer (2) . Conserving battery power ● From the Start screen, type power , select Settings , and then select Power Options . ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applic...

Using external AC power WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. NOTE: For informa...

Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected toAC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on. ● The power lights are off. To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following instructions apply to computers w...

7 External cards and devices Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only) Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards areoften used with digital media–equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other computers. To determine the digital card format...

3. Press in on the card (1) , and then remove it from the slot (2) . NOTE: If the card does not eject, pull the card out of the slot. Using ExpressCards (select models only) An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. ExpressCards are designed to conform ...

Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into an ExpressCard slot. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. Do not move or transport the computer when an Expr...

Removing an ExpressCard CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the ExpressCard. 1. Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard. 2. Click the remove hardware icon on the Windows desktop in th...

Inserting a smart card 1. Hold the card label-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card isseated. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on to the computer using the smart card PIN. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull i...

Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port. NOTE: The following illustration may look slightly different than your computer. You will hear a sound when the device ha...

Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ To connect a 1394 device to the computer, connect the 1394 cable for the device to the 1394port. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Removing a 139...

Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ To connect an eSATA device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to theeSATA port. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Removi...

To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it on thecomputer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it on thecomputer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your ...

8 Drives Handling drives CAUTION: Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Refer to the following cautions before handling drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures towhich they apply. Observe these precautions: ● Before you move a computer that is co...

Intel Smart Response Technology (select models only) Intel® Smart Response Technology (SRT) is an Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (RST) cachingfeature that significantly enhances computer system performance. SRT allows computers with anSSD mSATA module to be used as cache memory between the system m...

Removing the service door Remove the service door to access the memory module slot, hard drive, regulatory label, and othercomponents. To remove the service door: 1. Remove the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 46 ). 2. With the battery bay toward you, slide the service door rel...

Replacing the service door Replace the service door after accessing the memory module slot, hard drive, regulatory label, andother components. To replace the service door: 1. Tilt down the service door to align the front edge of the service door near the front edge of thecomputer (1) . 2. Insert the...

Removing the hard drive To remove the hard drive for the EliteBook: NOTE: The smart card reader is located on top of the hard drive. Because of this, you must first move the smart card reader out of the way before you can access the hard drive. 1. Save your work and shut down the computer. 2. Discon...

Installing a hard drive To install the hard drive for the EliteBook: 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay at an angle (1) , and then lay the hard drive flat in the hard drive bay (2) . 2. Pull the plastic tab (3) toward the center of the computer to engage the hard drive with the connect...

To install the hard drive for the ProBook: 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay at an angle (1) , and then lay the hard drive flat in the hard drive bay (2) . 2. Pull the plastic tab (3) toward the center of the computer to engage the hard drive with the connector. 3. Tighten the hard dr...

To install a hard drive in the upgrade bay: 1. Insert the hard drive (1) into the upgrade bay, and then tighten the upgrade bay screw (2) . 2. Replace the hard drive screws. 3. Replace the service door (see Replacing the service door on page 62 ). 4. Insert the battery (see Inserting or removing the...

3. Replace the service door (see Replacing the service door on page 62 ). 4. Insert the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 46 ). 5. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect AC power and external devices to thecomputer. 6. Turn on the computer. To install an optical dri...

To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Connect the computer to AC power. 2. From the Start screen, type disk , click Settings , and then select Defragment and optimize your drives . 3. Click Optimize . NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be...

If the icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, is not enabled, follow these steps toenable it: 1. From the Start screen, type c , and then select Control Panel . 2. Select Hardware and Sound > HP 3D DriveGuard . NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes . 3. Fro...

Identifying the installed optical drive ▲ From the Start screen, type e , click File Explorer , and select Computer . A list of all the devices installed in your computer, including your optical drive, is displayed. Inserting an optical disc Tray-load 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release bu...

Removing an optical disc Tray-load There are 2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not. When the disc tray opens normally 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remo...

Sharing optical drives Although your computer may not have an integrated optical drive, you can access software and data,and install applications, by sharing an optical drive connected to another computer in your network.Sharing drives is a feature of the Windows operating system that allows a drive...

9 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-WindowsComputer Setup utility (BIOS) can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks. NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents ma...

Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Severaltypes of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information.Passwords can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Computer Setup utility that is preinsta...

Entering a BIOS administrator password At the BIOS administrator password prompt, type your password (using the same kind of keys you used to set the password), and then press enter . After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the BIOS administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again....

11. To confirm DriveLock protection on the drive you have selected, type DriveLock in the confirmation field, and then press enter . NOTE: The DriveLock confirmation is case sensitive. 12. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and t...

Removing DriveLock protection To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. Turn on the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. 3. Use a pointing dev...

Removing Automatic DriveLock protection To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. ...

NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily resolve theproblem, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then reenable thefirewall...

Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Integrated fingerprint readers are available on select computer models. In order to use the fingerprintreader, you must set up a user account with a password on the computer. This account allows you tolog on to your computer with a swipe of a designa...

10 Maintenance Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment. The capacity of the computer can be upgradedby adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading theexisting memory module in the primary memory module slot. WARNING! To ...

c. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and right edges of the memory module, until the retention clips snap into place. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the memory module. 7. Replace the service door (see Replacing ...

Cleaning procedures Follow the procedures in this section to safely clean your computer. 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....

11 Backup and recovery To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders,back up your entire hard drive, create system repair media (select models only) by using the installedoptical drive (select models only) or an optional external optical drive, o...

Note the following when backing up: ● Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly. ● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shotof your settings. The scree...

CAUTION: Some Startup Repair options will completely erase and reformat the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. Whenreformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers,software, an...

Using Windows 8 operating system media (purchased separately) To order a Windows 8 operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support , select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the DVD by calling support. Forcontact information, see the Worldwide Te...

12 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the inputand output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer).Computer Setup includes setting...

To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods: ● To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes: Click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File > Ignore ...

Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs . Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regardinginstalling and troubleshooting the fil...

Using Advanced System Diagnostics Advanced System Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computerhardware is functioning properly. The following diagnostic tests are available in Advanced SystemDiagnostics: ● System Tune-Up—This group of additional tests checks your compu...

13 Support Contacting support If the information provided in this user guide or Help and Support does not address your questions,you can contact 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 . Here...

Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the computer: ● Service label—Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Pro...

14 Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with thecomputer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. TheAC power source must be rated at...

A Traveling with the computer For best results, follow these traveling and shipping tips: ● Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping: ◦ Back up your information. ◦ Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as digital cards. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damag...

B Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources ● Access website links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support.From the Start screen, type h , and then select Help and Support . NOTE: Some checkup and repair tools require an Internet connection. HP also provides additional...

The computer screen is blank If the screen is blank but you have not turned off the computer, one or more of these settings may bethe cause: ● The computer may be in the Sleep state. To exit Sleep, briefly press the power button. Sleep isan energy-saving feature that turns off the display. Sleep can...

An external device is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected: ● Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions. ● Be sure that all device connections are secure. ● Be sure that the device is receiving electrical power. ● Be sure that...

C Electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—forexample, 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 ma...

Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable, connecting 561394 devices connecting 56defined 55removing 56 1394 port, identifying 11 A AC adapter, testing 49accessory battery connector, identifying 16 administrator password 78advanced system diagnostics 101 airport security devices 59antivirus software 84audio...