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    User Guide
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    Go to http://www.microsoft.com for details. To access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Software terms By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product
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    Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining
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    iv Safety warning notice
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    Top ...8 Touchpad ...8 Lights ...9 Buttons and speakers ...10 Keys ...11 Labels ...12 3 Gaming keyboard ...13 HP OMEN Control ...13 Current settings ...14 User profiles ...14 Gaming keys ...15 Lighting zones ...16 Advanced keyboard settings ...17 Keyboard shortcuts ...18 Disable key assignments 18
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    Using an Internet service provider 22 Setting up a WLAN 22 Configuring a wireless router 22 Protecting your WLAN 22 Connecting to a WLAN 23 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only
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    HP Performance Advisor 42 8 Managing power ...43 Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ...43 Manually initiating and exiting Sleep 44 Manually Hibernation ....... 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 47 Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology
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    software updates 55 Securing your wireless network ...56 Backing up your software applications and information 56 11 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI 57 Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ...57 Updating the BIOS ...57 Determining the BIOS version 57 Downloading a BIOS
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    . 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 All apps screen. Best practices
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    and locate this guide. To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features Help and Support ● A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips To access
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    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. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/ contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. More
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    installed on your computer. -or- 1. From the Start screen, type hp performance advisor, and then select HP Performance Advisor. -or- From the Windows desktop, click the HP OMEN Central Ops icon then click HP Performance Advisor. 2. Select Your Computer, and then select Device Information. A list
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    Right side Component (1) Memory card reader Description Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or access information. To insert a card: Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the slot, insert the card into the slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly
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    or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to 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
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    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, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Display 7
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    Top Touchpad Component (1) Touchpad zone (2) Left touchpad button (3) Right touchpad button Description Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. TIP: You can disable the touchpad or change the touchpad sensitivity and click speed. See Keyboard shortcuts
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    Lights TIP: You can customize the keyboard lighting. See Lighting zones on page 16. Component (1) Power light (2) Caps lock light (3) Mute light (4) Wireless light Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving state. The computer shuts
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    Buttons and speakers Component (1) Power button (2) Speakers (2) Description ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit
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    fn, ctrl, alt, or shift keys. See Gaming keys on page 15 for more information. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the you to the previous screen. TIP: You can disable the Windows key in HP OMEN Control. See Disable key assignments on page 18. Execute frequently used system
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    when you troubleshoot system problems or travel service door. TIP: You can also press fn+esc for system information. ● Service label-Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support to update or troubleshoot the operating system. HP platforms preinstalled with Windows
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    keyboard with unique lighting effects. Create game profiles and configure shortcuts and lighting for an immersive gaming experience. NOTE: Keyboard macros are not supported. HP OMEN Control HP OMEN Control is a utility that allows you to customize your computer for your specific gaming needs. With
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    can view and change settings and they are instantly applied. To save current settings for future use: 1. From the Windows desktop, click the HP OMEN Control icon . 2. Under Profiles, select Current Settings, and then make any necessary changes. 3. Click the Save icon, and then type the name of
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    key combinations when used alone or with the fn, ctrl, alt, or shift keys. To program the gaming keys: 1. From the Windows desktop, click the HP OMEN Control icon . 2. Select the Key Assignments tab, and then click the box next to the gaming key you want to program. 3. Type any key assignment
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    The keyboard includes programmable lighted keyboard zones that ensure that you hit the right key every time, even when gaming in low-light conditions. With HP OMEN Control you can customize the colors of each zone for each user profile. NOTE: When you first set up your computer, all of the lighting
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    user profile. TIP: You can select one color and apply it to all the lighting zones at once. Advanced keyboard settings With advanced settings in HP OMEN Control, you can have more control over your keyboard functions. You can disable keys on the keyboard as well as the touchpad and touch screen
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    off and on. Turns the touch screen features off and on. To enable or disable the shortcut keys: 1. From the Windows desktop, click the HP OMEN Control icon . 2. Click the Advanced tab. 3. Under Screen and Trackpad and System Settings, select the function you want to disable or enable. Some
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    1. From the Windows desktop, click the HP OMEN Control icon . 2. Select the Advanced tab. 3. Under Disable Keys and Function Key Defaults, select the key you want to disable. Advanced keyboard settings 19
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    about wireless technology, the Internet, and networking, 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 one or more of
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    , and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: , and then select Help and Support. Sharing data and drives and accessing 4. Click Share and then follow the on-screen instructions. To share drives on the same network: 1. service provider or a public or corporate network
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    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. NOTE: 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
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    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: 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
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    that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) ● Mouse Bluetooth devices
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    5 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
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    or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to 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
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    connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see Setting Notices. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Testing your audio
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    HDMI cable, sold separately. To see the computer screen image on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructions. 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
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    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.
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    the upper-right or lower-right corner of the Start screen to display the charms, click Devices, click Project, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 30 Chapter 5 Enjoying entertainment features
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    : Use the left and right buttons on the touchpad as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. NOTE: Touchpad gestures are not supported in all apps. Using the touchpad and gestures 31
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    Tapping To make an on-screen selection, use the tap function on the touchpad. ● Point to 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. Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. ● Place
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    2-finger pinch zoom 2-finger pinch zoom allows you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the touchpad zone and then moving your fingers together. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the touchpad zone and then moving your fingers apart. Using the
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    2-finger click 2-finger click allows you to make menu selections for an object on the screen. NOTE: Using 2-finger click is the same action as using right-click with the mouse. ● Place two fingers on the touchpad zone and press down to open the options menu for the selected object. 34 Chapter 6
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    Using touch screen gestures A touch screen computer allows you to control items on the screen directly with your fingers. 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. One-finger
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    Tapping To make an on-screen selection, use the tap function. ● Use one finger to tap an object on the screen to make a selection. Double-tap an item to open it. Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving the pointer up, down, left, or right on a page or image. ● Place two fingers on the screen and
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    2-finger pinch zoom 2-finger pinch zoom allows you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the screen and then moving your fingers together. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the screen and then moving your fingers apart. Rotating (select models
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    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. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the right edge of the
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    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. IMPORTANT: When an app is open, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the app. ● Gently swipe your finger from the top edge or the bottom edge to reveal the
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    action keys in HP OMEN Control. See Advanced keyboard settings on page 17. Icon Key Description fn+f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides updates to your computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to support. fn+f2 Decreases the screen brightness
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    Using Windows shortcut keys Windows provides shortcuts so that you can perform actions quickly. Press the Windows key alone or in combination with a specific key to perform a designated action. Using the keyboard and mouse 41
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    . -or- From the Windows desktop, click the HP OMEN Central Ops icon on the taskbar, and then click HP Performance Advisor. 2. Select Your Computer, and then select BIOS. 3. Scroll down to view the current BIOS settings or follow the on-screen instructions to make changes to the BIOS or restore
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    is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge. Your computer supports an optimal power plan to manage how your computer uses and conserves your work very quickly. You can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see Manually initiating and exiting Sleep on page 44. ● Hibernation
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    Windows password before the computer will return to the screen. Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) You can enable 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,
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    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 performance. If Battery Check indicates that your battery should be
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    device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available Save For information about connecting to AC power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the computer box. The computer does not use battery
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    replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the computer to external icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance. Troubleshooting power problems Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits support for information about obtaining a replacement AC power adapter.
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    offline, such as emails. When the computer exits Sleep, you have immediate access to your updated information. ▲ To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, from the Start screen, type smart, and then select Intel® Smart Connect Technology. Shutting down (turning off) the computer
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    . To run Disk Cleanup: 1. From the Start screen, select disk, and then select Manage your apps to free up disk space. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Improving performance 49
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    to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. If you would like to update your program and drivers, follow these instructions: 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
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    Cleaning the display 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
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    ● If the computer has a wireless device installed, the use of these devices may be restricted in some environments. Such restrictions may apply aboard aircraft, in hospitals, near explosives, and in hazardous locations. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular
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    by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the non-Windows Setup . Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in the HP Setup Utility (BIOS) that is preinstalled on your computer. You numbers. ● Before you send your computer for service, back up your files, delete confidential files,
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    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. Using Internet security software When you use your computer to access email, a network, or the
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    the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Using firewall HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to correct security problems -screen instructions. Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that
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    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. Securing your wireless network When you set up your wireless network, always enable security
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    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 regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Determining the BIOS version To
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    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. At the download area, follow these steps: a. Identify the most
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    instructions. NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostic test, press esc. Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device NOTE: Instructions for downloading HP for earlier and later versions 1. Go to http://www.hp.com. 2. Point to Support, located at the top of the page, and then click
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    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
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    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 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
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    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. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of your personal data. Before
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    Press and hold f11 as you press the power button. 2. Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu. 3. Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if
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    the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform. Input power Operating voltage and current DC plug of external HP power supply Rating 19.5 V dc @ 6.15 A - 120 W NOTE: This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding
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    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
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    Help and Support 40 identifying 15 gaming keys, programing 15 HP and third-party software updates, installing 55 HP OMEN Control 13 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) downloading 59 using 58 HP Performance Advisor 42 device information 4 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 63 starting 62 HP
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    12 regulatory 12 serial number 12 service 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 left 15 programmable gaming keys, identifying 11 public WLAN connection 23 R recovery discs 60, 63 HP Recovery Manager 62 media 63 options 61 starting 62 supported discs 60 system 62 USB flash drive 63 using HP
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    touchpad buttons 8 turn off and on 18 touchpad gestures 2-finger pinch zoom 33, 37 scrolling 32 touchpad zone, identifying 8 traveling with the computer 12, 51 turning off the computer 48 U unresponsive system 48 USB 3.0 port, identifying 6 USB 3.0 ports, identifying 26 user profiles, creating 14
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