2Getting to know your computer

Tablet edge components

Components

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Fingerprint reader (select models

Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.

 

only)

 

 

 

 

(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)

Webcam (rear)

Records video and captures photographs. Some models may allow

 

 

you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.

 

 

For information on using the webcam, access HP Support

 

 

Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start screen,

 

 

select the HP Support Assistant app.

 

 

 

(4)

Camera flash

Provides light for rear webcam photos.

 

 

 

(5)

Rotate lock button

When the tablet is on, press the rotate lock button to lock the

 

 

autorotate feature of the display. To unlock the autorotate feature,

 

 

press the button again.

 

 

– or –

 

 

Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the

 

 

charms, tap Settings, tap the screen icon, and then tap the

 

 

autorotate icon. To unlock the autorotate feature, tap the autorotate

 

 

icon again.

 

 

 

(6)

Volume button

Controls speaker volume on the tablet.

 

 

To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the button.

Tablet edge components

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