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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 .................................................................................................................................... 2 More HP r
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Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 19 Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 20 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) ..................................................... 20 Connecting to a wired network ........................................................................................................... 21 Connecting to a local are
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Using the integrated numeric keypad ................................................................................ 38 6 Managing power ............................................................................................................................................ 39 Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ......................................................................................................... 40 Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only) ..........................
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8 Maintaining your computer .......................................................................................................................... 58 Improving performance ...................................................................................................................... 58 Handling drives .................................................................................................................. 58 Replacing a hard drive ............................................
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11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ..................................................................................................... 77 Creating recovery media and backups ............................................................................................... 78 Creating HP Recovery media ............................................................................................ 79 Restore and recovery ..........................................................................
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1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the most out of your computer, read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to go 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: ● If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See detail
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Fun things to do ● You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can also connect your computer to a TV or gaming console? For more information, see Connecting an HDMI device on page 27. ● You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world? See Using audio on page 24. ● You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft apps
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More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. For 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 Support
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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 installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using the mouse or swipe fr
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Right side Component Description (1) Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc. (2) Optical drive light ● Green: The optical drive is being accessed. ● Off: The optical drive is idle. (3) Optical drive eject button Releases the disc tray. (4) 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 of
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Component Description (8) AC adapter light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is using DC power. (9) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (10) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your c
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Left side Component Description (1) Vent 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. (2) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (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) ja
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Rear Component Description Vent 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. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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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 microphones (2) Record sound. (3) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, allows video conferences and online chat by means of 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. (5) Speakers (2) Produce sound. *The antenna
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Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (2) TouchPad light ● On: 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. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
