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User Guide
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© Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Software terms Development Company, L.P. This guide describes features that are By installing, copying, downloading, or Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its common to most models. Some features otherwise using any software product proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard may not be available on your computer. preinstalled on this computer, you agree to Company under license. Intel is a be bound by the terms of the HP End User trademark of Intel Corp
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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 optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or r
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Table of contents 1 Starting right ................................................................................................................................................... 1 Best practices ....................................................................................................................................... 1 Fun things to do .................................................................................................................................... 1 More HP r
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4 Enjoying entertainment features ................................................................................................................. 18 Using the webcam .............................................................................................................................. 19 Using audio ........................................................................................................................................ 19 Connecting speakers .............................
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Finding battery information ................................................................................................ 35 Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 35 Identifying low battery levels .............................................................................................. 35 Resolving a low battery level ......................................................................................
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9 Securing your computer and information .................................................................................................. 55 Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 55 Setting Windows passwords .............................................................................................. 56 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords .............................................
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Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 71 ix
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1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to get more HP resources. Best practices To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps: ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® features. TIP: To quickly return to the
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More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features. Windows 8 Basics guide ● Overview of using and navigating with Windows 8. Help and Support ● A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Su
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2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager. A list displays all the devices installed in your computer. Locating software ▲ To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using the mouse to display t
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Component Description (5) Hard drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: For information about HP 3D DriveGuard, see Using HP 3D DriveGuard on page 49. (6) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 39. (7) AC adapter light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Blinking white: The battery
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Component Description (3) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio device. (4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (5) USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB power performance. NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 39. (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microp
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Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). (2) Internal microphone (1) Records sound. (3) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows you to video conference and chat online using streaming video. To use the webcam, from the Start screen type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. *The antennas are not visible from the ou
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Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (2) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. For more information, see Edge swipes on page 27. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button
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Lights Component Description (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state, which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount of power. (2) Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters. (3) Mute light ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off:
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Buttons and speakers Component Description (1) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button down briefly to exit Hibernation. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
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Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Desktop. NOTE: Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. (4) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. (5) Windows applications key Displays options for a selected object. (6) num
