HP 15.6-Inch C2N46UA#ABA manual Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys, Icon Key Description

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CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly.

Icon	Key	Description

	f1	Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows
		operating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to your
		computer.
		Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to
		support.

	f2	Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.

	f3	Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.

	f4	Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For
		example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing this key alternates the
		screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous
		display on both the computer and the monitor.
		Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external
		VGA video standard. This action key can also alternate images among other devices
		that are receiving video information from the computer.

	f6	Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.

	f7	Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.

	f8	Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.

	f9	Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.

	f10	Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.

	f11	Mutes or restores speaker sound.

	f12	Turns the wireless feature on or off.
		NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.

Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys

Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform actions quickly. Several shortcuts will help you with Windows 8 functions. Press the Windows logo key in combination with the key to perform the action.

For additional information on Windows 8 shortcut keys, go to Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Using passwords Setting Windows passwords Vii Input power Operating environment Fun things to do Starting rightBest practices More HP resources Resource ContentsRight side Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information Locating softwareGetting to know your computer Left sideRegulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices Display TouchPad TopRapid Start Technology select models only LightsButtons and speakers Fn key KeysBottom Component LabelsUsing the wireless button Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing 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 Using audio Enjoying entertainment featuresUsing the webcam Checking the sound Using videoConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring audio settings Managing your photo, audio, and video files Using TouchPad gestures Using the TouchPadScrolling TappingEdge swipes Pinching/zoomingTop-edge swipe Right-edge swipeLeft-edge swipe Using the keyboard and mouseUsing the keys Using the action keysIcon Key Description Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keysFunction Hot key Description Using the integrated numeric keypadUsing the hot keys Shortcut Key DescriptionIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Managing powerInitiating Sleep and Hibernation Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Setting password protection on wakeupInitiating and exiting Sleep Running on battery power Using the power meter and power settingsSelecting a power plan Conserving battery power Removing a user-replaceable batteryFinding battery information Disposing of a user-replaceable battery Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Storing a user-replaceable batteryTroubleshooting power problems Running on external AC powerReplacing a user-replaceable battery Shutting down turning off the computer HP CoolSense select models onlyPage Type Description Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Managing and sharing informationRemoving a USB device Connecting a powered USB deviceInserting and removing a digital storage card Sharing data and drives and accessing software Select Open Network and Sharing Center Replacing a hard drive Maintaining your computerHandling drives Page Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Improving performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Adding or replacing memory modules Page Updating programs and drivers Traveling with or shipping your computer Cleaning your computerCleaning the display, sides, and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardPage Securing your computer and information Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Password Function Using Internet security softwareSetting Windows passwords Setting Setup Utility Bios passwordsInstalling Windows updates Installing software updatesUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareBacking up your software applications and information Securing your wireless networkUsing an optional security cable lock Determining the Bios version Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsStarting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Using System DiagnosticsPage 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 BiosWlan LAN