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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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Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 19 Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 19 Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 20 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...................................................................................... 20 Connecting to a wired network ..............
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Scrolling ............................................................................................................................. 36 Pinching/zooming .............................................................................................................. 36 Rotating (select models only) ............................................................................................ 37 2-finger click (select models only) ....................................................................
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7 Managing and sharing information ............................................................................................................. 55 Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 55 Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 56 Removing a USB device .........................................................
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11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ..................................................................................................... 73 Creating recovery media and backups ............................................................................................... 74 Creating HP Recovery media ............................................................................................ 74 Restore and recovery ..........................................................................
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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 29. ● 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 27. ● You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft applications.
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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 S
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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) Mute button Turns speaker sound on or off. (2) Volume dial Adjusts the speaker volume. To increase the volume, rotate the dial clockwise. To decrease the volume, rotate the dial counter-clockwise. (3) Beats Audio button Opens Beats Audio Control Panel, which allows you to view and control all audio settings. Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. To open Beats Audio Control Panel, from
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Component Description (7) AC adapter light ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to external power, and there is a battery error or the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. (8) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your comput
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Left side Component Description (1) DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high- performance monitor or projector. (2) 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 1.4 device. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (4) USB 3.0 charging port Connects an optional USB 1.0, USB 2.0, or USB 3.0 device and provides enhanced USB power performance for U
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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) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals. (3) Proximity sensors (2)* Detect your presence in front of the computer and turn on the keyboard backlight. (4) Internal microphones (2) Record audio, automatically filtering out the noise around you and cance
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Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad off or on when you quickly double-tap the button. (3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button of an external mouse. (4) TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Top 9
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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 to preserve your work. NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start Technology allows
