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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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Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...................................................................................... 23 Connecting to a wired network ........................................................................................................... 24 Connecting to a local area network (LAN) ......................................................................... 24 4 Enjoying entertainment features ...................................................................................
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Right-edge swipe .............................................................................................. 39 Top-edge swipe ................................................................................................. 40 Left-edge swipe ................................................................................................. 40 Using touch screen gestures .............................................................................................................. 41 One-finger
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Shutting down (turning off) the computer ........................................................................................... 62 7 Managing and sharing information ............................................................................................................. 63 Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 63 Connecting a USB device .............................................
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Using System Diagnostics .................................................................................................................. 79 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ..................................................................................................... 80 Creating recovery media and backups ............................................................................................... 81 Creating HP Recovery media ................................................
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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 find additional 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® 8 features. TIP: To quickly retu
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Fun things to do ● You know that 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 Using video on page 30. ● You know that 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 29. ● You know that you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft app
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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 Supp
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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, select 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 f
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Right side Component Description (1) Digital Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats: ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card ● Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory Card ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) (2) Audio-out (headphone) jack/ Audio-in Connects an optional device such as a headset, power (microphone) jack stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, television audio, or a headset microphone. WARNING! To reduce the risk of persona
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Component Description (5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (6) 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 computer
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Left side Component Description (1) RJ-45 (network) jack lights (2) ● White: The computer is connected to a network. ● Amber: The computer is connected to a network and activity is occurring on the network. (2) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (3) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. Thunderbolt DisplayPort Connects an optional high-resolution display devic
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Component Description (6) 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 (select models only) on page 67. (7) 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 o
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Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and provides access to video conferences and online chat by means of streaming video. To use the webcam, from the Start screen ty
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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. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports gestures. For more information, see Using TouchPad gestures on page 36. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on
