Using HP Software Setup | HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1) guide

Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset

When your computer is not working properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allows you to start fresh and keep what is important to you.

The Windows Reset option allows you to perform detailed reformatting of your computer, or remove personal information before you give away or recycle your computer. For more information on these features, see Windows Help and Support.

Using HP Software Setup

HP Software Setup can be used to reinstall drivers or select software that has been corrupted or deleted from the system.

1.From the Start screen, type HP Software Setup.

2.Open HP Software Setup.

3.Follow the on-screen directions to reinstall drivers or select software.

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HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset, Using HP Software Setup

Contents

User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using an optional external numeric keypad Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Security Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Finding information Resources For information about Finding information Getting to know your computer Tablet edge components Tablet edge components States on Display Display User Guides Keyboard Top TouchPad Models only on Lights Keys Esc key Right USB device on Left Releasing the tablet from the keyboard Changing your tablet’s settings Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lockAdjusting your tablet’s screen brightness Changing your tablet’s view Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock Manager Using a WlanUsing the wireless button Using operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Setting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Using GPS select models only Inserting and removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Using the Wireless Dock WiDock Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad and gestures Tapping Scrolling Finger pinch zoom Finger click Rotating select models only Flicking select models only Edge swipes select models only Right-edge swipe Left-edge swipe Using touch screen gestures Using the digitizer pen select models onlySetting touch screen preferences Identifying the pen components Using the keyboard Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Using an optional external numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using the media activity controls Connecting speakersMultimedia Audio Adjusting the volume Connecting headphones and microphonesChecking audio functions on the computer Webcam Video DisplayPort keyboard only Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Power management Shutting down turning off the computer Setting power options Using power-saving statesIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating and exiting Sleep Using the power meter and power settings Setting password protection on wakeupEnabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Using battery power Factory-sealed battery select models onlyFinding additional battery information Using Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levels Using external AC power Conserving battery power Testing an AC adapter Using memory card readers External cards and devicesInserting a memory card Removing a memory card Using smart cards keyboard only Inserting a smart card Removing a smart card Using a USB device Using optional external devices Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a USB device Using optional external drives Security Protecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Computer Setup Managing a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password Entering a Bios administrator password Setting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock passwordRemoving DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock Entering an Automatic DriveLock passwordRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Page Using antivirus software Using firewall softwareInstalling critical security updates Using HP Client Security Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyLocating the fingerprint reader Maintenance Cleaning your computerCleaning procedures Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks Updating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Backup and recovery Performing a system recoveryBacking up your information Using the Windows recovery tools Using f11 recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset Using HP Software Setup Using Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Select Main Restore Defaults Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using MultiBoot About the boot device orderSynchronizing the tablet and keyboard Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a MultiBoot Express promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB devicePage Support Contacting support Labels Specifications Input powerOperating environment Traveling with the computer Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resourcesResolving issues Computer is unable to start up Computer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warm Wireless network connection is not working An external device is not working Electrostatic discharge Symbols/Numerics Index Wlan