HP 14-3010nr manual Multimedia, Using the media activity controls, Audio

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3 Multimedia

Your computer may include the following:

●One or two integrated speakers

●One or two integrated microphones

●Integrated webcam

●Preinstalled multimedia software

●Multimedia buttons or keys

Using the media activity controls

Depending on your computer model, you may have the following media activity controls that allow you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file:

●Media buttons

●Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key)

●Media action keys

Refer to the Getting Started guide for information about your computer's media activity controls.

Audio

Your computer provides a variety of audio-related opportunities:

●Play music.

●Record sound.

●Download music from the Internet.

●Create multimedia presentations.

●Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs.

●Stream radio programs.

●Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only) or on an optional external optical drive (purchased separately).

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Contents HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA External cards and devices Security Using System Diagnostics Page Finding more information about your new computer IntroductionCreating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsNetworking select models only Using HP Connection Manager select models only Turning wireless devices on or offUsing operating system controls Using a WlanConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new WlanProtecting your Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices Using GPS select models onlyBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Roaming to another networkConnecting to a wired network Using a modem select models onlyConnecting a modem cable Selecting a location setting Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterSelect Start Devices and Printers Connecting to a local area network LAN select models onlyPage Using the media activity controls MultimediaAudio Adjusting the volume Webcam select models onlyChecking audio functions on the computer DisplayPort VideoHdmi Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models only Intel Wireless Display select models onlyConfiguring audio for Hdmi Shutting down the computer Power managementUsing power-saving states Setting power optionsInitiating and exiting Sleep Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing power plans Using the power meterViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planUsing HP Power Manager select models only Setting password protection on wakeupCustomizing power plans Finding battery information Using battery powerUsing Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeManaging low battery levels Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Using external AC power Conserving battery powerUsing a factory-sealed battery Testing an AC adapter Using HP CoolSense select models onlyUsing Digital Media Slot cards select models only External cards and devicesInserting a digital card Configuring an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards select models onlyRemoving a digital card Inserting an ExpressCardRemoving an ExpressCard Inserting a smart card Using smart cards select models onlyUsing a USB device Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a smart card Using 1394 devices select models only Connecting a 1394 deviceRemoving a USB device Using an eSATA device select models only Connecting an eSATA deviceRemoving a 1394 device Using optional external drives Using optional external devicesUsing the expansion port select models only Removing an eSATA deviceExternal cards and devices Handling drives DrivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Using hard drivesUsing Disk Cleanup Improving hard drive performanceIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Managing power with a parked hard driveIdentifying the installed optical drive Using optical drives select models onlyUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Inserting an optical discSlot load Removing an optical discWhen the disc tray opens normally Slot load Sharing optical drives Using RAID select models onlyUsing passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Setup Utility Bios Setting passwords in WindowsEntering an administrator password Managing an administrator passwordUsing firewall software Using antivirus softwareManaging a power-on password Entering a power-on passwordInstalling an optional security cable Installing critical security updatesLocating the fingerprint reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyCleaning your computer MaintenanceCleaning the display Cleaning the Imagepad and keyboardUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Using Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsStarting Setup Utility Bios Changing the language of Setup Utility BiosNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Bios Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility BiosDisplaying system information Exiting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Select Start Help and Support Maintain Downloading a Bios updateUsing System Diagnostics Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Index Symbols/NumericsKeys