HP B5Z50UAR#ABA manual Using the webcam, Using audio, Connecting speakers

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Component		Description

(6)	Audio-out (headphone) jack	Produces sound when connected to optional
		powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a
		headset, or television audio.
		WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
		adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
		earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety
		information, see the Regulatory, Safety and
		Environmental Notices.
		NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack,
		the computer speakers are disabled.

(7)	Audio-in (microphone) jack	Connects an optional computer headset
		microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural
		microphone.

(8)	USB 3.0 ports (2)	Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide
		enhanced USB power performance.
		NOTE: For details about different types of USB
		ports, see Using a USB device on page 39.

(9)	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.

(10)	External monitor port	Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

(11)	Speakers (2)	Produce sound.

Using the webcam

Your computer has an integrated webcam, a powerful social networking tool that allows you to communicate up close with friends and colleagues, next door or on the other side of the world. With the webcam, you can stream video with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos.

▲To start the webcam, from the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.

For details about using the webcam, go to Help and Support. On the Start screen, type h, and then

select Help and Support.

Using audio

On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. To enhance your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones.

Connecting speakers

You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port (or the audio-out jack) on your computer or on a docking station.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Managing and sharing information Input power Operating environment Index Page Fun things to do Starting rightBest practices More HP resources Resource ContentsFinding your hardware and software information Getting to know your computerRight side Locating hardwareLeft side Using a USB device onRegulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices Select CyberLink YouCam DisplayTouchPad TopLights Buttons and speakers Fn key KeysBottom Component LabelsConnecting to a wireless network Connecting to a networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonUsing an Internet service provider Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Connecting to a wired networkUsing Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Connecting to a local area network LAN Enjoying entertainment features Enjoying entertainment featuresConnecting speakers Using the webcamUsing audio Connecting headphones Using videoConnecting a microphone Checking the soundConnecting an Hdmi device Connecting a VGA monitor or projectorConfiguring Hdmi audio settings Managing your audio and video files Using Intel Wireless Display select models onlyTurning the TouchPad off or on Using the TouchPadUsing TouchPad gestures Select Synaptics TouchPad TappingPinching/Zooming ScrollingRight-edge swipe Edge swipesLeft-edge swipe Top-edge swipeIcon Key Description Using the keyboard and mouseUsing the action keys Shortcut Key Description Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keysUsing the hot keys Function Hot key Description Using the integrated numeric keypadInitiating and exiting Sleep Managing powerInitiating Sleep and Hibernation Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation Using the power meter and power settingsSetting password protection on wakeup Removing a user-replaceable battery Selecting a power planRunning on battery power Identifying low battery levels Finding battery informationConserving battery power Resolving a low battery level Running on external AC powerStoring a user-replaceable battery Disposing of a user-replaceable batteryTroubleshooting power problems Shutting down turning off the computer HP CoolSenseConnecting a USB device Using a USB deviceManaging and sharing information Type DescriptionRemoving a USB device Connecting a powered USB deviceInserting and removing a digital storage card Using optical drives Removing an optical disc Inserting an optical discSelect Open Network and Sharing Center Sharing data and drives and accessing softwarePage Improving performance Maintaining your computerHandling drives Replacing a hard drivePage Page Using Disk Cleanup Using HP 3D DriveGuardUsing Disk Defragmenter Adding or replacing memory modules Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning the display, sides, and cover Cleaning your computerCleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Traveling with or shipping your computerPage Securing your computer and information Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Setting Windows passwords Using Internet security softwareSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Password FunctionUsing antivirus software Installing software updatesUsing firewall software Installing Windows updatesUsing an optional security cable lock Securing your wireless networkInstalling HP and third-party software updates Backing up your software applications and informationPage Starting Setup Utility Bios Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Creating recovery media and backups Backing up, restoring, and recoveringCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Remove everything and reinstall Windows Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recoveryWhat you need to know Recovering using HP Recovery ManagerChanging the computer boot order Removing the HP Recovery partitionUsing HP Recovery media to recover Operating environment SpecificationsInput power Electrostatic Discharge Index BiosJack