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    User Guide
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    ://www.microsoft.com for details. To access the latest user guides or manuals for your product, go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country. Select Find your product, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Software terms By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any
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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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    Processor configuration setting (select products only) IMPORTANT: Select products are configured with an Intel® Pentium® N35xx/N37xx series or a Celeron® N28xx/N29xx/N30xx/N31xx series processor and a Windows® operating system. If your computer is configured as described, do not change the processor
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    vi Processor configuration setting (select products only)
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    Lights ...11 Speakers ...12 Special keys ...13 Action keys ...13 Bottom ...15 Labels ...16 3 Connecting to a network ...17 Connecting to a wireless network 17 Operating system controls 17 Connecting to a WLAN ...18 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only 19 Using GPS (select products only
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    Using the Power icon and Power Options ...33 Running on battery power ...33 Using HP Fast Charge (select products only 33 Displaying battery charge ...33 Finding battery information in HP Support Assistant (select products only 34 Conserving battery power ...34 Identifying low battery levels ...34
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    only) ...42 Using Internet security software ...43 Using antivirus software ...43 Using firewall software ...43 Installing software updates ...43 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 44 Securing your wireless network ...44 Backing up your software applications and information 44 Using
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    the computer boot order 53 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only 53 12 Specifications ...54 Input power ...54 Operating environment ...55 13 Electrostatic Discharge ...56 14 Accessibility ...57 Supported assistive technologies ...57 Contacting support ...57 Index ...58 x
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    this chapter to learn about best practices after you set up your computer, fun things to do with your computer, and where to find additional HP resources. Best practices After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your smart investment
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    Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features HP support For HP support, go to http://www.hp.com/support. ● Online chat with an HP technician ● Support telephone numbers ● Replacement parts videos (select products only) ● Maintenance and service guides ● HP service center
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    Resource Contents can write to HP at POD, PO Box 161, Kitchener Road Post Office, Singapore 912006. Include your product name, and your name, phone number, and postal address. More HP resources 3
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    2 Getting to know your computer Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they're located, and how they work. Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: ▲ Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and
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    Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge AC adapter and battery light USB Type-C power connector and port with HP Sleep and Charge a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort output. NOTE: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt docking station. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the
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    Component Description When the computer is off, charges most products such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer. NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be required. 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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    . For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide: ▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled. ● When
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    Component (5) Vent (6) Memory card reader Description ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state that uses the
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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: ▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. Display 9
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    Keyboard area 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. NOTE: For more information, see Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures on page 27. Functions like
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    Lights Component (1) (2) Caps lock light Mute light Description On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. Keyboard area 11
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    Speakers Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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    are on your product, see Special keys on page 13. ▲ To use an action key, press and hold the key. Icon Description Opens the HP Support Assistant app. Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you
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    Icon Description Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the
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    Bottom Component Vent Description 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. Bottom 15
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    provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the
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    communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module-Gives you wireless connectivity over a wireless wide area connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: 1. Type control panel in the
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    network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the Internet service. To connect to a WLAN, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that the WLAN you to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
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    Mobile Broadband (select products only) Your HP Mobile Broadband computer has built-in support for mobile broadband service. Your new computer, when used make the selection for location. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions for using location settings. Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select
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    is displayed. On the device you are adding, follow the on-screen instructions to verify that the code on your device matches the pairing code. For toward the computer. Connecting to your mobile device (select products only) HP Orbit provides a way to easily move files, pictures, videos, and other
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    Orbit Canvas on your computer, and then follow the on-screen instructions. When the transfer is complete, the file appears on HP Orbit Canvas on your mobile device. For more information about using HP Orbit, refer to the HP Orbit software Help. NOTE: Help is not available in all languages. 1. Open
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    Support, and then select HP Documentation. You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack or to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack on your computer. To connect wireless headphones to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. 22 Chapter 4 Enjoying
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    is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the correct cable. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. For information on using your video features, refer to HP Support Assistant. Connecting video devices using a USB Type-C cable (select products only) NOTE: To connect a USB Type
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    HDMI cable, purchased 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. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
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    select System. Under Display, select the appropriate resolution, and then select Keep changes. 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
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    : ▲ Type project in the taskbar search box, and then click Project to a second screen. Click Connect to a wireless display, and then follow the on-screen instructions. 26 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
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    5 Navigating the screen You can navigate the computer screen in one or more of the following ways: ● Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen ● Use touch gestures on the TouchPad ● Use an optional mouse or keyboard (purchased separately) ● Use an on-screen keyboard ● Use a pointing stick
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    Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your fingers together. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving
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    ● Tap four fingers on the Touchpad to open the action center and view current settings and notifications. Three-finger swipe (TouchPad only) Use the three-finger swipe to view open windows and to switch between open windows and the desktop. ● Swipe 3 fingers away from you to see all open windows. ●
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    One-finger slide (touch screen only) Use the one-finger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object. ● To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. ● To move an object, press and hold your finger on an object, and
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    unauthorized user from accessing data on your computer, even encrypted data, HP recommends that you always initiate Hibernation instead of Sleep anytime the you to resume your work very quickly. You can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see Initiating and exiting Sleep on page 31.
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    Initiating and exiting Hibernation (select products only) You can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options. 1. Right-click the Power icon , and then select Power Options. 2. In the left pane, select Choose what the power buttons do (
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    remaining battery charge is between zero and 90%, the battery will charge to 90% of full capacity in no more than 90 minutes. To use HP Fast Charge, shut down your computer, and then connect the AC adapter to your computer and to external power. Displaying battery charge To view the
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    the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. Select My PC, select the Diagnostics and tools tab, and then select HP Battery Check. If HP Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact support. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery
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    charge, run HP Battery Check in the HP Support Assistant app (select products only). 1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app about connecting to external power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the computer box. The computer does not
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    ● When updating the system BIOS ● When writing information to a disc (select products only) ● When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives ● When performing a backup or recovery When you connect the computer to external power: ● The battery begins to charge. ● The screen
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    run Disk Cleanup: 1. Type disk in the taskbar search box, and then select Disk Cleanup. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only) HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of the following conditions
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    notifications when updates become available. If you would like to update your programs and drivers, follow these instructions: 1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or - Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. Select My PC, select the
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    WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean your computer while it is on. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect AC power. 3. Disconnect all powered external devices. CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not spray cleaning agents or liquids
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    ● If you plan to use the computer during a flight, listen for the in-flight announcement that tells you when you are allowed to use your computer. In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. ● If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label
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    letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you send your computer for service, back up your files, delete confidential files, and then remove all password such as screen-saver passwords: ▲ Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - or - Click the
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    these steps: 1. Select the Start button, select Settings, select Accounts, and then select Sign-in options. 2. Under Windows Hello, follow the on-screen instructions to add both a password and a numeric PIN, and then enroll your fingerprint or facial ID. NOTE: The PIN is not limited in length, but
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    . For more information about computer viruses, type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - or - Click the question updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to correct security problems and
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    options, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only) HP Touchpoint Manager is a cloud-based IT enables businesses to effectively manage and secure their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks,
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    and troubleshooting the file. Determining the BIOS version To decide whether you need to update Setup Utility (BIOS), first determine the BIOS version on your computer. To reveal the BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS), use one of these options. ● HP Support Assistant
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    in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. - or - Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. Click Updates, and then click Check for updates and messages. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 4. At the download area, follow these steps: a. Identify the most
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    . This ID code can then be provided to support to help determine how to correct the problem. NOTE: To start diagnostics on a convertible computer, your computer must be in notebook mode and you must use the keyboard attached. To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI), follow these steps: 1. Turn
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    Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device NOTE: The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) download instructions are provided in English only, and you must use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are offered. There are two options to download
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    Recovery Download Tool to create a bootable USB drive for your HP recovery media. Go to https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c05115630?openCLC=true, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) If possible, check for the
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    DVD media yourself, you can obtain recovery discs for your computer from HP. You can find contact information on the HP website. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. - Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you
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    correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Reinstall drivers and/or applications option (select products only) of HP Recovery Manager search box, select HP Recovery Manager, select Reinstall drivers and/or applications, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ● If you
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    quickly hold down the volume down button; then select f11. 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
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    is only available on products that support this function. Follow these steps to remove the HP Recovery partition: 1. Type recovery in the taskbar search box, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2. Select Remove Recovery Partition, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Restore and recovery 53
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    a DC power source that is supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate regulatory label. Input power Operating voltage and current DC plug of external HP power supply (select products only) Rating 5 V dc @ 2 A / 12 V dc @ 3 A /15 V dc @ 3 A - 45 W USB-C 5 V dc
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    Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Metric 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m U.S. 41°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -50 ft to 10,000 ft -50 ft to
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    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. ● Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until
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    and services that can be used by everyone, including people with disabilities, either on a stand-alone basis or with appropriate assistive devices. To access the latest information on HP accessibility, go to http://www.hp.com/accessibility. Supported assistive technologies HP products support a wide
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    38 cleaning your computer 38 components bottom 15 display 9 left side 7 right HP Orbit 20 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 47 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 53 starting 52 HP Recovery media creating 49 recovery 52 HP Recovery partition recovery 52 removing 53 HP resources 2 HP
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    Windows 13 L labels Bluetooth 16 regulatory 16 serial number 16 service 16 wireless certification 16 WLAN 16 lights AC adapter and HP Recovery Manager 51 media 52 starting 52 supported discs 50 system 51 USB flash drive 52 using HP Recovery media 50 recovery media creating 49 creating using HP
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    23 USB Type-C power connector and port with HP Sleep and Charge, identifying 5 USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge, identifying 5 using external power label 16 WWAN device 19 V vents, identifying 5, 8, 15 video 23 W Windows system restore point 49, 50 60 Index
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