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Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only) NOTE: To learn what type of display you have (Miracast®-compatible or Intel WiDi), refer to the documentation that came with your TV or secondary display. To discover and connect to Miracast-compatible wireless displays without leaving your current apps, follow the steps below. To open Miracast: ▲ Type project in the taskbar search box, and then select Project to a second screen. Select Connect to a wireless display, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi certified displays (select Intel products only) Use Intel WiDi to wirelessly project individual files such as photos, music, or videos, or to duplicate your entire computer screen to a TV or a secondary display device. Intel WiDi, a premium Miracast solution, makes it easy and seamless to pair your secondary display device; provides for full-screen duplication; and improves speed, quality, and scaling. To connect to Intel WiDi certified displays: ▲ Type project in the taskbar search box, and then select Project to a second screen. Select Connect to a wireless display, and then follow the on-screen instructions. To open Intel WiDi: ▲ Type Intel WiDi in the taskbar search box, and then select Intel WiDi. Using data transfer Your computer is a powerful entertainment device that enables you to transfer photos, videos, and movies from your USB devices to view on your computer. To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the USB Type-C ports on the computer to connect a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and transfer the files to your computer. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the correct cable. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. For information about using your USB Type-C features, refer to HP Support Assistant. Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only) NOTE: To connect a USB Type-C device to your computer, you need a USB Type-C cable, purchased separately. 1. Connect one end of the USB Type-C cable to the USB Type-C port on the computer. 40 Chapter 5 Entertainment features

Section	Page
Getting started	13
Finding information	14
Components	15
Locating hardware	15
Locating software	15
Right	16
Left	17
Display	18
Keyboard area	20
Touchpad	20
Touchpad settings	20
Lights	22
Button, speakers, and fingerprint reader	23
Special keys	25
Action keys	27
Hot keys (select products only)	29
Bottom	30
Top cover	31
Rear	32
Labels	33
Inserting a nano SIM card (select products only)	35
Network connections	37
Connecting to a wireless network	37
Using the wireless controls	37
Wireless button	37
Operating system controls	37
Connecting to a WLAN	38
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only)	38
Using GPS (select products only)	39
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only)	39
Connecting Bluetooth devices	39
Using NFC to share information (select products only)	39
Sharing	40
Connecting to a wired network	40
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select products only)	40
Using HP LAN-Wireless Protection (select products only)	41
Turning on and customizing HP LAN-Wireless Protection	41
Using HP MAC Address Pass Through to identify your computer on a network (select products only)	42
Customizing MAC Address Pass Through	42
Navigating the screen	43
Using touchpad and touch screen gestures	43
Tap	43
Two-finger pinch zoom	44
Two-finger slide (touchpad and precision touchpad)	44
Two-finger tap (touchpad and precision touchpad)	44
Three-finger tap (touchpad and precision touchpad)	45
Four-finger tap (touchpad and precision touchpad)	45
Three-finger swipe (touchpad and precision touchpad)	46
Four-finger swipe (precision touchpad)	46
One-finger slide (touch screen)	47
Using an optional keyboard or mouse	47
Using an on-screen keyboard (select products only)	47
Entertainment features	48
Using a camera (select products only)	48
Using audio	48
Connecting speakers	48
Connecting headphones	48
Connecting headsets	49
Using sound settings	49
Using video	49
Connecting a Thunderbolt device using a USB Type-C cable (select products only)	49
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only)	50
Setting up HDMI audio	51
Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only)	52
Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi certified displays (select Intel products only)	52
Using data transfer	52
Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only)	52
Managing power	54
Using Sleep and Hibernation	54
Initiating and exiting Sleep	54
Initiating and exiting Hibernation (select products only)	55
Shutting down (turning off) the computer	55
Using the Power icon and Power Options	56
Running on battery power	56
Using HP Fast Charge (select products only)	56
Displaying battery charge	56
Finding battery information in HP Support Assistant (select products only)	57
Conserving battery power	57
Identifying low battery levels	57
Resolving a low battery level	58
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available	58
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available	58
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation	58
Factory-sealed battery	58
Running on external power	58
Security	60
Protecting the computer	60
Using passwords	60
Setting passwords in Windows	61
Setting passwords in Computer Setup	61
Managing a BIOS administrator password	62
Entering a BIOS administrator password	63
Using DriveLock Security Options	63
Selecting Automatic DriveLock (select products only)	64
Enabling Automatic DriveLock	64
Disabling Automatic DriveLock	64
Entering an Automatic DriveLock password	65
Selecting manual DriveLock	65
Setting a DriveLock master password	65
Enabling DriveLock and setting a DriveLock user password	66
Disabling DriveLock	67
Entering a DriveLock password	67
Changing a DriveLock password	67
Windows Hello (select products only)	68
Using antivirus software	68
Using firewall software	68
Installing software updates	69
Using HP Client Security (select products only)	69
Using HP Device as a Service (select products only)	69
Using an optional security cable (select products only)	70
Using a fingerprint reader (select products only)	70
Locating the fingerprint reader	70
Maintenance	71
Improving performance	71
Using Disk Defragmenter	71
Using Disk Cleanup	71
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only)	71
Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status	72
Updating programs and drivers	72
Cleaning your computer	72
Enabling HP Easy Clean (select products only)	72
Removing dirt and debris from your computer	73
Cleaning your computer with a disinfectant	73
Caring for wood veneer (select products only)	74
Traveling with or shipping your computer	74
Backing up, restoring, and recovering	76
Backing up information and creating recovery media	76
Using Windows tools	76
Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool to create recovery media (select products only)	76
Restoring and recovery	77
Restoring, resetting, and refreshing using Windows tools	77
Recovering using HP Recovery media	77
Changing the computer boot order	77
Using HP Sure Recover (select products only)	78
Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start	79
Using Computer Setup	79
Starting Computer Setup	79
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup	79
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup	79
Updating the BIOS	80
Determining the BIOS version	80
Downloading a BIOS update	80
Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt	81
TPM BIOS settings (select products only)	81
Using HP Sure Start (select products only)	82
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics	83
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only)	83
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows	83
Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows version	84
Downloading HP Hardware Diagnostics Windows by product name or number (select products only)	84
Installing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows	84
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI	84
Starting HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI	85
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB flash drive	85
Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version	85
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by product name or number (select products only)	86
Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only)	86
Downloading Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI	86
Downloading the latest Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version	86
Downloading Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by product name or number	86
Customizing Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings	86
Specifications	88
Input power	88
Operating environment	89
Electrostatic discharge	90
Accessibility	91
HP and accessibility	91
Finding the technology tools you need	91
The HP commitment	91
International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)	91
Finding the best assistive technology	92
Assessing your needs	92
Accessibility for HP products	92
Standards and legislation	93
Standards	93
Mandate 376 – EN 301 549	93
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)	93
Legislation and regulations	93
Useful accessibility resources and links	94
Organizations	94
Educational institutions	94
Other disability resources	94
HP links	94
Contacting support	95

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Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select

products only)

NOTE:

To learn what type of display you have (Miracast

-compatible or Intel WiDi), refer to the

documentation that came with your TV or secondary display.

To discover and connect to Miracast-compatible wireless displays without leaving your current apps, follow

the steps below.

To open Miracast:

▲

Type

project

in the taskbar search box, and then select

Project to a second screen

. Select

Connect to

a wireless display

, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi

certiﬁed

displays (select Intel products

only)

Use Intel WiDi to wirelessly project individual

ﬁles

such as photos, music, or videos, or to duplicate your entire

computer screen to a TV or a secondary display device.

Intel WiDi, a premium Miracast solution, makes it easy and seamless to pair your secondary display device;

provides for full-screen duplication; and improves speed, quality, and scaling.

To connect to Intel WiDi

certiﬁed

displays:

▲

Type

project

in the taskbar search box, and then select

Project to a second screen

. Select

Connect to

a wireless display

, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

To open Intel WiDi:

▲

Type

Intel WiDi

in the taskbar search box, and then select

Intel WiDi

Using data transfer

Your computer is a powerful entertainment device that enables you to transfer photos, videos, and movies

from your USB devices to view on your computer.

To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the USB Type-C ports on the computer to connect a USB

device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and transfer the

ﬁles

to your computer.

IMPORTANT:

Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the

correct cable. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions.

For information about using your USB Type-C features, refer to HP Support Assistant.

Connecting devices to a USB Type-C port (select products only)

NOTE:

To connect a USB Type-C device to your computer, you need a USB Type-C cable, purchased

separately.

Connect one end of the USB Type-C cable to the USB Type-C port on the computer.

Chapter 5

Entertainment features