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Left side, Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices

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Left side Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Power connector Description 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 or stolen. Connects an AC adapter. (3) AC adapter light ● On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Off: The computer is using battery power. (4) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. (5) External monitor port (select models only) Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (6) HDMI 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. (7) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable. ● White: The network is connected. ● Amber: Activity is occurring on the network. (8) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub. (9) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, (microphone) jack 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 putting on headphones, earbuds, 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. Left side 7

Section	Page
Starting right	9
Visit the HP Apps Store	9
Best practices	9
Fun things to do	10
More HP resources	11
Getting to know your computer	13
Finding your hardware and software information	13
Locating hardware	13
Locating software	13
Front	13
Right side	14
Left side	15
Display	17
Top	18
TouchPad	18
Lights	19
Button	20
Keys	21
Bottom	22
Labels	22
Connecting to a network	24
Connecting to a wireless network	24
Using the wireless controls	24
Using the wireless button	24
Using operating system controls	25
Sharing data and drives and accessing software	25
Using a WLAN	25
Using an Internet service provider	26
Setting up a WLAN	26
Configuring a wireless router	26
Protecting your WLAN	26
Connecting to a WLAN	27
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)	27
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)	28
Connecting to a wired network	28
Connecting to a local area network (LAN)	28
Enjoying entertainment features	30
Multimedia features	30
Using the webcam	31
Using audio	32
Connecting speakers	32
Connecting headphones	32
Connecting a microphone	32
Connecting headphones and microphones	32
Testing your audio features	32
Using video	33
Connecting video devices by using a VGA cable (select models only)	34
Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable	35
Setting up HDMI audio	35
Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select models only)	36
Navigating the screen	37
Using the TouchPad and gestures	37
Tapping	38
Scrolling	38
2-finger pinch zoom	39
2-finger click	39
Rotating (select models only)	40
Flicking (select models only)	40
Edge swipes	40
Right-edge swipe	40
Left-edge swipe	41
Top-edge swipe	41
Using the keyboard and mouse	42
Using the keys	42
Using the action keys	42
Using Windows shortcut keys	43
Using the hot keys	43
Using the integrated numeric keypad	44
Managing power	45
Initiating Sleep and Hibernation	45
Manually initiating and exiting Sleep	45
Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only)	46
Setting password protection on wakeup	46
Using the power meter and power settings	46
Running on battery power	46
Factory-sealed battery	47
Removing a user-replaceable battery	47
Finding battery information	48
Conserving battery power	48
Identifying low battery levels	48
Resolving a low battery level	48
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available	48
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available	49
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation	49
Storing a user-replaceable battery	49
Disposing of a user-replaceable battery	49
Replacing a user-replaceable battery	49
Running on external AC power	49
Troubleshooting power problems	50
Shutting down (turning off) the computer	50
Maintaining your computer	52
Improving performance	52
Handling drives	52
Using Disk Defragmenter	52
Using Disk Cleanup	53
Updating programs and drivers	53
Cleaning your computer	53
Cleaning procedures	53
Cleaning the display (All-in-Ones or Notebooks)	54
Cleaning the sides or cover	54
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse	54
Traveling with or shipping your computer	54
Securing your computer and information	56
Using passwords	56
Setting Windows passwords	57
Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords	57
Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)	57
Using HP SimplePass (select models only)	58
Registering fingerprints	58
Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows	58
Using Internet security software	58
Using antivirus software	58
Using firewall software	59
Installing software updates	59
Installing critical security updates	59
Installing HP and third-party software updates	59
Securing your wireless network	59
Backing up your software applications and information	60
Using an optional security cable lock	60
Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)	61
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)	61
Updating the BIOS	61
Determining the BIOS version	61
Downloading a BIOS update	62
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)	62
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device	63
Backing up, restoring, and recovering	64
Creating recovery media and backups	64
Creating HP Recovery media	64
Restore and recovery	65
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager	66
What you need to know	66
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only)	66
Using HP Recovery media to recover	67
Changing the computer boot order	67
Removing the HP Recovery partition	67
Specifications	68
Input power	68
Operating environment	68
Electrostatic Discharge	69