Running on battery power
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38
Using HP Fast Charge (select products only)
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38
Displaying battery charge
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39
Conserving battery power
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39
Identifying low battery levels
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39
Resolving a low battery level
............................................................................................................
39
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available
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39
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available
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39
Factory-sealed battery
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40
Running on external power
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40
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Security
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41
Protecting the computer
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41
Using passwords
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41
Setting passwords in Windows
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42
Setting passwords in Computer Setup
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42
Managing a BIOS administrator password
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42
Entering a BIOS administrator password
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44
Windows Hello (select products only)
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44
Using antivirus software
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44
Using firewall software
........................................................................................................................................
45
Using an optional security cable (select products only)
.....................................................................................
45
Fingerprint reader (select products only)
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45
Locating the fingerprint reader
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45
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Maintenance
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46
Updating programs and drivers
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46
Cleaning your computer
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46
Cleaning procedures
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46
Cleaning the display
........................................................................................................
47
Cleaning the sides or cover
.............................................................................................
47
Cleaning the touchpad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only)
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47
Traveling with or shipping your computer
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47
9
Backup and recovery information
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49
Using HP ThinUpdate
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49
10
Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start
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50
Using Computer Setup
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50
Starting Computer Setup
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50
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