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Component		Description

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

(2)	Vents (2)	Enable airflow to cool internal components.
		NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
		internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
		for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
		operation.

(3)	HDMI port	Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
		high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
		device.

(4)	RJ-45 (network) jack	Connects a network cable.

(5)	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 46.

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

6	Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Locating your security software Using passwords Vii Using Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Input power Operating environment Page Starting right Best practicesFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesFinding your hardware and software information Getting to know your computerRight side See Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Left side Computer speakers are disabled Display Communication and Chat CyberLink YouCamTop TouchPadLights Buttons and speakers Keys Fn keyBottom Labels Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless button Using HP Connection ManagerUsing operating system controls Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Configuring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Connecting to a WlanConnecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LANEnjoying entertainment features Multimedia FeaturesEnjoying entertainment features Using the webcam Using audioUsing video Connecting a VGA monitor or projectorConnecting an Hdmi TV or monitor Configuring audio settings with Hdmi TV Managing your photo, audio, and video filesUsing the keyboard and pointing devices Using ALT GR key combinations Using the keyboardUsing the action keys Using the hot keys Function Hot key DescriptionUsing the keypad Using the integrated numeric keypadUsing the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad off or onNavigating SelectingUsing TouchPad gestures Scrolling Pinching/ZoomingRotating Managing power Initiating and exiting Sleep Using Sleep or HibernationInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting password protection on wakeup Using the power meter Selecting a power plan Removing a user-replaceable battery Running on battery powerFinding battery information Identifying low battery levels Conserving battery powerStoring a user-replaceable battery Disposing of a user-replaceable battery Replacing a user-replaceable batteryRunning on external power HP CoolSense Shutting down the computerConnecting a USB device Using a USB deviceManaging and sharing information Connecting a powered USB device Removing a USB deviceInserting and removing a digital storage card Using optical drives Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical discSharing drives on the network Improving performance Maintaining your computerHandling drives Replacing a hard drive Page Using Disk Defragmenter Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models onlyUsing Disk Cleanup Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning the display, sides, and cover Cleaning your computerCleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Traveling with or shipping your computer Securing your computer and information Locating your security softwareUsing passwords Setting Windows passwordsUsing Internet security software Setting Setup Utility Bios passwordsInstalling software updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing Windows security updatesUsing an optional security cable lock Securing your wireless networkBacking up your software applications and information Starting Setup Utility Bios Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios version Downloading a Bios updateUsing System Diagnostics Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating backupsCreating recovery media to recover the original system What you need to knowCreating system restore points Creating a system restore pointTips for a successful backup Backing up system and personal informationCreating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore Restore and recovery Restoring to a previous system restore pointRecovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and RestoreRecovering using HP Recovery partition select models only Recovering using the recovery mediaChanging the computer boot order Specifications Input powerOperating environment Troubleshooting and support Disc drive problems TroubleshootingWireless connection problems Cannot connect to a preferred network Cannot connect to a WlanCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weakPower management problems Audio problemsNetwork status icon is not displayed Resolving a low battery level Troubleshooting an AC adapterContacting customer support Electrostatic Discharge Bios IndexWlan