HP Pro x2 612 G1 manual Welcome

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1Welcome

After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your smart investment:

NOTE: Your computer may include a tablet only or a tablet plus keyboard. Computer color, features, and accessories may vary. Refer to the illustrations in this guide that most closely match your computer.

Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, see Connecting to a network on page 15.

Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see Using antivirus software on page 56.

Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Getting to know your computer on page 4 and Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices on page 22 for additional information.

Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:

Select Start > All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, see the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.

Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backup and recovery on page 60.

NOTE: For easy access to Computer Setup (BIOS), connect a keyboard if available. If you are using a tablet only, follow the instructions provided.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA Power management Security Support Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Support User guides User guides View Warranty InformationFinding information Resources Components Description Getting to know your computerTablet edge components Tablet edge components Communication and Chat HP WebCam DisplayComponent Description Top Power keyboardTouchPad Lights Fn key KeysHelp and Support User Guides Right sideLeft side Rear Releasing the tablet from the power keyboardChanging your tablets view Changing your tablets settingsAdjusting your tablets autorotate lock Adjusting your tablets screen brightnessTurning wireless devices on or off Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing operating system controls Using a WlanUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Using the wireless buttonConfiguring a wireless router Using an Internet service providerSetting up a Wlan Protecting your Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyConnecting to a Wlan Inserting and removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Using GPS select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Connecting to a wired networkUsing the TouchPad and gestures Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Tapping Turning the TouchPad off and onFinger pinch zoom ScrollingRotating select models only Finger clickStoring the pen Using the digitizer pen select models onlyIdentifying the pen components Holding the penUsing the keyboard Hot key combination Description Identifying the hot keysHot key combination Using keypadsUsing the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypad Using the integrated numeric keypadMultimedia Connecting speakersAdjusting the volume Connecting headphones and microphonesChecking audio functions on the computer WebcamsVideo VGA DisplayPort Connecting wired displays using MultiStream TransportPage Shutting down the computer Power managementSetting power options Using power-saving statesInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using the power meter and power settingsInitiating and exiting Sleep Finding additional battery information Using battery powerSetting password protection on wakeup Factory-sealed batteryManaging low battery levels Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge timeConserving battery power Using external AC powerTesting an AC adapter Removing a memory card Using memory card readersExternal cards and devices Inserting a memory cardUsing smart cards Removing a smart card Using a USB deviceInserting a smart card Removing a USB device Using optional external devicesConnecting a USB device Using optional external drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterDrives Handling drivesUsing Disk Cleanup Protecting the computer Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature SecurityPassword Function Setting passwords in WindowsManaging a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer SetupEntering a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordSetting a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Entering an Automatic DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Locating the fingerprint reader Installing critical security updatesUsing HP Client Security select models only Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyCleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download ManagerCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Guidelines Backup and recoveryCreating recovery media and backups Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc CreatorBacking up your information Creating recovery mediaUsing the Windows recovery tools Performing a system recoveryUsing Windows 7 operating system media Using f11 recovery tools select models onlySelect Repair your computer Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Using Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Downloading a Bios update Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Synchronizing the tablet and keyboard Using MultiBootAbout the boot device order Choosing MultiBoot preferencesSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Entering MultiBoot Express preferences Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiDownloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Contacting support SupportComponent LabelsOperating environment SpecificationsInput power Traveling with or shipping your computer Computer is unable to start up TroubleshootingTroubleshooting resources Resolving issuesAn external device is not working Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warmMovie is not visible on an external display Wireless network connection is not workingDisc does not play Page Electrostatic discharge Index Symbols/NumericsMaintenance SIM
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