Page 3 - Safety warning notice
Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only ona hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining o...
Page 5 - Table of contents
Table of contents 1 Starting right ................................................................................................................................................... 1 Best practices .......................................................................................................
Page 9 - Starting right; Best practices; Fun things to do
1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the mostout of your computer, read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do withyour computer, and where to go to get more resources. Best practices To get the mo...
Page 10 - More HP resources
More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features. Windows 8 Basics guide ● Overview of usin...
Page 11 - Getting to know your computer; Locating hardware; Locating software; Right side
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 c , and then select Control Panel . 2. Select System and Security , and then in the System area, click Device Manag...
Page 12 - Left side
Component Description (4) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shutsoff power to the display and other unneededcomponents. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernationis an energy-savin...
Page 14 - Display
Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLANs). (2) Internal microphone (1) Records sound. (3) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows videoconferences and online cha...
Page 15 - TouchPad
Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (2) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates itemson the screen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like t...
Page 16 - Lights
Lights Component Description (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shutsoff power to the display and other unneededcomponents. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation isan energ...
Page 17 - Buttons and speakers
Buttons and speakers Component Description (1) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn onthe computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly toinitiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press thebutton briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer...
Page 18 - Keys
Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key. (2) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start screen. (4) Action keys Execute frequently used system fu...
Page 20 - Labels
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the computer. The labels are in easily accessible locations. ● Service label—Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product n...
Page 21 - Connecting to a network; Using the wireless controls; Using the wireless button
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...
Page 22 - Using a WLAN; Using an Internet service provider
To use operating system controls: 1. From the Start screen, type n , and then select Settings . 2. Type network and sharing in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing Center . For more information, from the Start screen, type h , and then select Help and Support . Using a WLAN With a WLA...
Page 24 - Connecting to a WLAN; Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only); Connecting to a wired network
Connecting to a WLAN To connect to a WLAN, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is on, the wireless light is on (white). If thewireless light is amber, press the wireless button. 2. From the Desktop, tap or click the network status icon in the notification area, a...
Page 25 - Connecting to a local area network (LAN)
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) Use a LAN connection if you want to connect the computer directly to a router in your home (insteadof working wirelessly), or if you want to connect to an existing network at your office. Connecting to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable. To connec...
Page 26 - Enjoying entertainment features; Using the webcam; Using audio; Connecting speakers; Connecting headphones; Connecting a microphone
4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage yourmusic, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer an even more powerfulentertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, or TV, or sp...
Page 27 - Checking the sound; Using video; Connecting an HDMI device
Checking the sound To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. From the Start screen, type c , and then select Control Panel from the list of applications. 2. Select Hardware and Sound , and then select Sound . 3. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Pro...
Page 28 - Configuring audio settings
To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately. 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 high-definition TV or monitor. 3. Press f4 to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display...
Page 29 - Managing your photo, audio, and video files
Managing your photo, audio, and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo, audio, and videocollections. ▲ To open CyberLink Power DVD from the computer Start screen, type c , and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of applications. For more inf...
Page 30 - Using the TouchPad; Using TouchPad gestures
5 Navigating using touch gestures,pointing devices and the keyboard 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. NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connecte...
Page 32 - Edge swipes
Pinching/zooming Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingersapart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingerstogether. Edge swipes Edge s...
Page 34 - Using the keyboard and mouse; Using the keys; Using the action keys
Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe reveals your open apps so that you can switch to them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to switch between apps. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same...
Page 35 - Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys
CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windowsoperating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to you...
Page 36 - Using the hot keys; Using the integrated numeric keypad
Shortcut Keys Shortcutkey Key Description Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Desktop.Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen. + c Opens the charms. + d Opens the Desktop. + tab Switches between open apps. NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the a...
Page 37 - Managing power; Initiating Sleep and Hibernation; Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only)
6 Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is onlyrunning on battery power and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it isimportant to monitor and conserve the battery charge. Your computer supports power plans tomanag...
Page 38 - Setting password protection on wakeup
Initiating and exiting Sleep With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: ● Close the display. ● From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen. When the charms list opens, click Settings , click the Power icon, and then click Sleep ...
Page 39 - Using the power meter and power settings; Selecting a power plan; Running on battery power
4. Click Require a password (recommended) . 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 passwor...
Page 41 - Resolving a low battery level when external power is available; Storing a user-replaceable battery
● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using. ● 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 power meter ico...
Page 42 - Replacing a user-replaceable battery; Running on external AC power; Troubleshooting power problems
See the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for proper battery disposal. To access the user guides, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer , and then select the User guides . Replacing a user-replaceable battery Battery Check in Help and Support notifies...
Page 43 - Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart
To test the AC adapter: 1. Shut down the computer. 2. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet. 4. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off , c...
Page 45 - Managing and sharing information; Connecting a USB device
7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that help you store, manage, share, and access information. Yourcomputer has an internal hard drive or a solid state drive that stores your computer's software,operating system, and also provides storage for all of your personal f...
Page 46 - Removing a USB device; Connecting a powered USB device; Inserting and removing a digital storage card
▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port. NOTE: The USB port on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. A sound indicates that the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, a message displays on the Desktop and an ...
Page 47 - Sharing data and drives and accessing software
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Insert the card into the digital storage slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated. A soun...
Page 49 - Maintaining your computer; Handling drives; Replacing a hard drive
8 Maintaining your computer It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition. Thischapter provides information about improving the performance of your computer by running toolssuch as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. It also provides information about upda...
Page 51 - Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)
4. Lift the hard drive (2) out of the hard drive bay. 5. Disconnect the hard drive cable (1) from the hard drive. 6. Remove the front bumper (2) and the back bumper (3) from the hard drive. 7. Remove the 4 screws (4) from the hard drive and remove the bracket (5) from the hard drive. To install a ha...
Page 52 - Improving performance; Using Disk Defragmenter; Using Disk Cleanup
A short time after the end of one of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to normaloperation. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP 3D DriveGuard is unnecessary. NOTE: A hard drive in the primary hard drive bay is protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Hard drives con...
Page 53 - Adding or replacing memory modules
Adding or replacing memory modules Adding memory can help improve your computer's performance. Your computer is like your physicalwork area. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you store your work and the memory is the deskwhere you work. When your memory isn’t big enough to hold all your wor...
Page 55 - Updating programs and drivers
9. Insert a new memory module: CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module. a. Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. b. With the memory module at a 45-deg...
Page 56 - Cleaning your computer; Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard; Traveling with or shipping your computer
recent gaming software. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most out of yourequipment. 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 ...
Page 58 - Using passwords
9 Securing your computer andinformation Computer security is essential for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of yourinformation. Standard security solutions provided by the Windows operating system, HP applications,the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other third-party...
Page 59 - Setting Windows passwords
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 Pas...
Page 60 - Using antivirus software; Using firewall software; Installing software updates; Installing Windows updates; Installing HP and third-party software updates
the security software trial offer or purchase the software of your choice in order to fully protect yourcomputer. Using antivirus software Computer viruses can disable programs, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them to functionabnormally. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destr...
Page 61 - Securing your wireless network; Backing up your software applications and information; Using an optional security cable lock
wwcontact_us.html . 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 thesoftware. Software companies provide software updates to their products ...
Page 62 - Diagnostics; Updating the BIOS; Determining the BIOS version
10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input andoutput devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). SetupUtility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of d...
Page 63 - Downloading a BIOS update; Using System Diagnostics
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 theAC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is runni...
Page 65 - Creating recovery media and backups
11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Your computer includes tools provided by HP and the operating system to help you safeguard yourinformation and retrieve it if you ever need to. These tools will help you return your computer to aproper working state or even back to the original factory state,...
Page 66 - Creating HP Recovery media
choose to reset the computer by reinstalling Windows or choose to recover using HP RecoveryManager. NOTE: File History is not enabled by default, so you must turn it on. For more information and steps for enabling Windows File History, see Windows Help andSupport. From the Start screen, type h , and...
Page 67 - Restore and recovery
Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your system. Choose the method that best matches yoursituation and level of expertise: ● If you need to restore your personal files and data, you can use Windows File History to restoreyour information from the backups you created. For mo...
Page 69 - Recovering using HP Recovery Manager; What you need to know
3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the PC settings screen. 4. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows , select Get started , and follow the on- screen instructions. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software...
Page 70 - Using HP Recovery media to recover; Changing the computer boot order; Removing the HP Recovery partition
Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if yoursystem 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 first HP Recovery disc...
Page 71 - 2 Specifications
12 Specifications 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 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz. Although the com...
Page 72 - 3 Electrostatic Discharge
13 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 m...
Page 73 - Index
Index A AC adapter light, identifying 4AC adapter, testing 34action keys decrease screen brightness 27 Help and Support 27identifying 10increase screen brightness 27next track or section 27play, pause, resume 27previous track or section 27switch screen image 27volume down 27volume mute 27volume up 2...
