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Installing HP and third-party software updates HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed on your computer. To download the latest versions, go to http://www.hp.com/support. 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 the software. Software companies provide software updates to their products to correct security problems and improve functionality of the software. Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select models only) HP Touchpoint Manager is a cloud-based IT solution that enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you to reduce time spent solving end-user device and security issues. You can quickly download and install the software, which is highly cost effective relative to traditional in-house solutions. Securing your wireless network When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security. Backing up your software applications and information Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. For more information, see Backing up, restoring, and recovering on page 44. Using an optional security cable A security cable, which is purchased separately, is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Security cables are only one of several methods that should be employed as part of a complete security solution to help maximize theft protection. The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. For the location of the security cable slot on your computer, see Getting to know your computer on page 3. 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Insert the key (1) into the security cable lock (2). 38 Chapter 8 Securing your computer and information

Section	Page
Starting right	11
Best practices	11
More HP resources	12
Getting to know your computer	13
Finding your hardware and software information	13
Right side	14
Left side	16
Display	17
Top	18
TouchPad	18
Lights	19
Button, speakers, and vent	20
Keys	21
Bottom	22
Labels	23
Connecting to a network	24
Connecting to a wireless network	24
Using the wireless controls	24
Using the wireless button	24
Using HP Connection Manager (select models only)	25
Using operating system controls	25
Connecting to a WLAN	25
Using Bluetooth wireless devices	26
Sharing data and drives and accessing software	26
Enjoying entertainment features	27
Using the camera	27
Using audio	27
Connecting speakers	27
Connecting headsets	27
Using sound settings	28
Using advanced audio features	28
Accessing Audio Control Panel	28
Using video	28
Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable	28
Setting up HDMI audio (select models only)	29
Using Intel Wireless Display and Wireless Music (select models only)	30
Navigating the screen	31
Using TouchPad gestures	31
Tap	31
Two-finger pinch zoom	32
Two-finger scroll	32
Two-finger tap	32
Using the keyboard and optional mouse	33
Using the keys	33
Using the action keys	33
Using ALT GR key combinations	34
Using the integrated numeric keypad	34
Managing power	35
Initiating Sleep and Hibernation	35
Manually initiating and exiting Sleep	36
Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only)	36
Setting password protection on wakeup	36
Using the power meter	37
Selecting a power plan	37
Running on battery power	37
Factory-sealed battery	37
Finding battery information	38
Conserving battery power	38
Identifying low battery levels	38
Resolving a low battery level	38
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available	38
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available	38
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation	39
Running on external AC power	39
Troubleshooting power problems	39
Shutting down the computer	40
Maintenance	41
Improving performance	41
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)	41
Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status	41
Using Disk Defragmenter	41
Using Disk Cleanup	42
Updating programs and drivers	42
Cleaning your computer	42
Cleaning procedures	43
Cleaning the display (All-in-Ones or Notebooks)	43
Cleaning the sides or cover	43
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse	43
Traveling with or shipping your computer	43
Securing your computer and information	45
Locating your security software	45
Using passwords	45
Setting Windows passwords	46
Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords	46
Using Internet security software	47
Using antivirus software	47
Using firewall software	47
Installing software updates	47
Installing critical security updates	47
Installing HP and third-party software updates	48
Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select models only)	48
Securing your wireless network	48
Backing up your software applications and information	48
Using an optional security cable	48
Using Setup Utility (BIOS)	50
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)	50
Updating the BIOS	50
Determining the BIOS version	50
Downloading a BIOS update	51
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)	52
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device	52
Backing up, restoring, and recovering	54
Creating backups	54
Creating recovery media to recover the original system	54
What you need to know	54
Creating the recovery media	55
Creating system restore points	55
What you need to know	55
Creating a system restore point	55
Backing up system and personal information	55
Tips for a successful backup	56
What you need to know	56
Creating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore	56
Restore and recovery	57
Restoring to a previous system restore point	57
Restoring specific files	57
Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore	57
Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager	57
What you need to know	57
Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only)	58
Recovering using the recovery media	58
Changing the computer boot order	58
Specifications	60
Input power	60
Operating environment	60
Electrostatic Discharge	62
Accessibility	63
Supported assistive technologies	63
Contacting support	63

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Installing HP and third-party software updates

HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed on your

computer. To download the latest versions, go to

http://www.hp.com/

support

. At this location, you can also

If you have installed third-party software 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.

Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select models only)

HP Touchpoint Manager is a cloud-based IT solution that enables businesses to effectively manage and

secure their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other

attacks, monitors device health, and enables you to reduce time spent solving end-user device and security

issues. You can quickly download and install the software, which is highly cost effective relative to traditional

in-house solutions.

Securing your wireless network

When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your

network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not

provide any security.

Backing up your software applications and information

Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost

or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. For more information, see

Backing up,

restoring, and recovering

on page

Using an optional security cable

A security cable, which is purchased separately, is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the

computer from being mishandled or stolen. Security cables are only one of several methods that should be

employed as part of a complete security solution to help maximize theft protection.

The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. For

the location of the security cable slot on your computer, see

Getting to know your computer

on page

Loop the security cable around a secured object.

Insert the key

(1)

into the security cable lock

(2)

Chapter 8

Securing your computer and information