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Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

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.

 

 

 

(2)

Vent (1)

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

 

 

(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.

 

 

 

(4)

USB 3.0 port

Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such

 

 

as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or

 

 

USB hub.

 

 

 

(5)

Memory card reader

Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or

 

 

access information.

 

 

To insert a card:

 

 

Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the slot,

 

 

insert the card into the slot, and then push in on the card

 

 

until it is firmly seated.

 

 

To remove a card:

 

 

Press in on the card it until it pops out.

 

 

 

(6)

Hard drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

 

(7)

Power light

On: The computer is on.

 

 

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-

 

 

saving state. The computer shuts off power to the

 

 

display and other unneeded components.

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Connecting to a local area network LAN Managing power Input power Operating environment Best practices Starting rightRevert to the familiar Start screen select models only Visit the HP Apps Store select models onlyFun things to do More HP resources Resource ContentsStarting right Locating software Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information Locating hardwareComponent Description Right sideLeft side Display TouchPad TopLights Buttons Fn key KeysLabels BottomComponent Using the wireless button Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsSharing data and drives and accessing software Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Setting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Connecting to a wired networkMultimedia features Enjoying entertainment featuresManaging your audio and video files select models only Using the webcamUsing audio Connecting video devices by using an Hdmi cable Using videoSetting up Hdmi audio Page Using the TouchPad Using TouchPad gesturesNavigating the screen Scrolling TappingFinger click Pinching/zoomingEdge swipes Right-edge swipeTop-edge swipe select models only Using touch screen gestures select models only One-finger slideLeft-edge swipe Tapping Scrolling Rotating select models only Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Using the keyboard and mouse Using the keysUsing the action keys Using Microsoft Windows shortcut keys Managing power Initiating Sleep and HibernationManually initiating and exiting Sleep Using the power meter and power settings Running on battery powerSetting password protection on wakeup Finding battery information Removing a user-replaceable batteryConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Replacing a user-replaceable battery Running on external AC powerStoring a user-replaceable battery Disposing of a user-replaceable batteryShutting down turning off the computer Troubleshooting power problemsPage Improving performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Maintaining your computerUpdating programs and drivers Cleaning your computerCleaning procedures Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or NotebooksCleaning the sides or cover Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouseTraveling with or shipping your computer Page Securing your computer and information Using passwordsUsing Internet security software Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Installing critical security updates Installing software updatesUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareSecuring your wireless network Using an optional security cable lockBacking up your software applications and information Starting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiDiagnostic section, click HP Uefi Support Environment Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB deviceBacking up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Recovering using HP Recovery Manager Using the HP Recovery partition select models onlyWhat you need to know Removing the HP Recovery partition Using HP Recovery media to recoverChanging the computer boot order Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Index BiosJacks