HP (Hewlett-Packard) D1D68UA#ABA manuel d'utilisation

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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related inju ries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on you r lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surfac e, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pi[...]

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9 Securing your computer and information ..... ........ ... ........... .......... ........... ........... ........... .. 56 Using passwords ............ .......... ............ ............. ........... ............ .......... ............. ............. ..... ..... 56 Setting Windows passwords ... ........... ............. ............ ..........[...]

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1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enha nce your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn about best pr actices after se tup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to go to get more HP resources. Best practices To get the most out of your smart investment, afte r you set up and register t he computer, w[...]

More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate product details, how-to informat ion, and more, use this table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features. Window s 8 Basic s guide ● Overview of using and navigatin g with Windows 8. Help and [...]

Resource Contents Limited Warranty * To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support , select the HP Support Assist ant app, selec t My computer , and then select Warranty and services , or go to http://www.hp.com /go/ orderdocuments . ● Specific warranty information about this computer. *You can find the expressly provided HP Lim ited [...]

2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type c , and then select Co ntrol Panel . 2. Select System and Security , and then in the System area, selec t Device Manager . A list displays all the devices installed [...]

Component Des cription (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The com puter is in the Sleep state, which is an energy-saving mode. The computer sh uts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is an energy-saving mode th at uses the least amount of[...]

Component Des cription (8) AC adapter light ● White: The AC adapter is co nnected and the battery is charged. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is us ing DC power. (9) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. Left side Component[...]

Component Des cription (3) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB 2.0 device. NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 47 . (4) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio cable.[...]

Component Des cription (4) Internal microphone Records sound. *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the comput er. For optimal transmission , keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructio ns. For wireless regulatory n otices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your c[...]

Top TouchPad Component D escription (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen p ointer and selects or activates items on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. For more information, see Edge[...]

Lights Component Des cription (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state, which is an energy-saving mode. The computer s huts off power to the display and other unneeded comp onents. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amo[...]

Buttons and speakers Component Description (1) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the bu tton down briefly to exit Hibernation. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the p[...]

Keys Component Des cription (1) esc key Displays system in formation when pressed in c ombination with the fn key. (2) fn key Displays system in formation when pressed in c ombination with the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Returns you to the St art screen from an open app or the Desktop. NOTE: Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to [...]

Bottom Component Des cription (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) Battery lock Locks and unlocks the battery. (3) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan st arts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycl e on and off during routine operatio[...]

Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (3) Product number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models onl y) Have this information available when you contac t support. The service la bel is located on the bottom of yo ur computer. ● Regulatory label—Provid es regulatory information about th e computer. The regulatory label is[...]

3 Connecting to a network Your computer can travel with you wherever you go . But even at home, you can explore t he globe and access information from millions of we bsites using your co mputer and a wire d or wireless network connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world. Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technolo gy t[...]

Using operating system contro ls The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or networ k, connect to a network, manage wireless networ ks, and diagnose and repair network problems. To use operating system controls: 1. From the Start screen, type n , and then select Settings . 2. Type network and sharing in the search box, and t[...]

Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, yo u need the following equipmen t: ● A broadband mod em (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ● A wireless router (2) (purchased separately) ● A wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wi reless rout[...]

Wireless encryption us es security settings t o encr ypt a nd decrypt data that is transmitted over the network. For more information, from the Start screen, type h , and then select Help and Support . Connecting to a WLAN To connect to a WLA N, follow these s teps: 1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is on, the wirele ss light is [...]

Connecting to a wired network Your computer supports a local ar ea network (L AN) wired connection. A LAN connection uses a network cable and is much faster than a modem co nne ction, which uses a telephone cable. Both cables are sold separately. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the eq uipment, do not plug a modem c[...]

4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and ma nage your music, and downlo ad and watch movie s. Or, to make your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, conne ct external devic es like a monitor, projector, or TV, or speakers and headphones. Here are some of the[...]

Component D escription (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 47 . (6) Speakers (2) Produce sound. (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack Produces sound when connected to option al power[...]

To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow th e device manufacturer's instructions. To connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see Configuring HDMI audio settings on page 24 . Before connecting speakers , lower the volume setting. Connecting headphones You can connect wired headphones t o the audi o-out jack/audio-in jack [...]

IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is conne cted to the correct port on the computer, using the correct cable. Check the device manufacturer's instructions. Using video 23[...]

Connecting an HDMI device NOTE: To connect an HDMI device t o your computer , you need an HDMI cable, sold sep arately. To see the computer screen image on a high- definitio n TV or monitor, connect the high-definition device according to the following instructio ns. 1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI po rt on the computer. 2. Connect[...]

To return the audio stream to the computer speakers: 1. From the Windows desktop, right- click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the fa r right of the taskbar. On mo dels with a touch screen, press and ho ld the Speakers icon. 2. Select Playback devices . 3. On the Playback tab, selec t Speakers and Headphones . 4. Select Set Default ,[...]

5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices, and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using touch gestur es in addi tion to the keybo ard and mouse. Touc h gestures can be used on your computer TouchPad or on a touc h screen (select model s only). NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchas ed separately ) can be connected to one of the US[...]

NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs. To view a demonstrat ion of each gest ure: 1. From the Start screen, type c to display the Apps list. Select Control Pa nel , an d then select Hardware and Sound . 2. Select Synaptics TouchPad . 3. Click a gesture to a cti vate the demonstration. To turn the gestures off or on: 1. From the [...]

Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sidew ays on a page or image. ● Place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad zo ne and then drag them up , down, left, or right. Pinching/zooming Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on th e TouchPad zone and then m[...]

Edge swipes Edge swipes allow you to perform tasks such as changing settings and finding or using apps. Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reve als the charms, which let you s earch, s hare, star t apps, acce ss device s, or change settings. ● Swipe your finger gently from the right edge to display the ch arms. Top-edge swipe The top-edge swip[...]

Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe reveals your open apps so that you can switch to them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to switch between apps. Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to contro l it ems on the screen directly with your fingers. TIP: On touch scre[...]

One-finger slide The one-finger slide is mostl y used to pan or scroll through lists and pages , but you can use it for other interactions, too, such as moving an object. ● To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. NOTE: When many apps are displa yed on the Start screen, you can sli[...]

Pinch/stretch Pinching and stretching allows you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two finge rs togethe r on the display and then move your fingers apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on t he display and then move your finger s together. 32 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gest ures, pointing devi ces, and the[...]

Edge swipes With edge swipes you can p erform tasks such as changing settings and finding or using apps. Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reve als the charms, which let you s earch, s hare, star t apps, acce ss device s, or change settings. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the righ t edge of the display be zel onto the screen to displa[...]

Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you can switch between them quickly. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the l eft ed ge of the display bezel to switch between recently opened apps. ● Without lifting your finger, swipe back toward the left edge to di splay all recently opened apps. Top-edge swip[...]

2. Tap All apps to view available apps. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functions as you do by using touc h gestures. The keyboard als o allows you to use acti on keys and hot keys to perform specific functions. TIP: The Windo ws key on the keyboard allows you to qu[...]

Icon Key Descr iptio n f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tu torials, information about the Windows operating system and your computer, an swers to questions, and updates to your computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to support. f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementa lly as long as you hol[...]

Shortcut Keys Shortcut key Key Description Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Desktop. Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen. + c Opens the charms. + d Opens the Desktop. + tab Switches between open apps. NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the app you want displays. alt + f4 Closes an active [...]

6 Managing power Your computer can op erate on either battery p owe r or external power. When the computer is only running on battery power and an AC power so urce is no t availabl e to charge the batter y, it is important to monitor and conserve the ba ttery char ge. Your computer supports po wer plans to m anage how your computer uses an d conser[...]

Initiating and exiting Sleep With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of th e following ways: ● Close the d isplay. ● From the Start screen, point to the upper- right or lower-right corner of the screen . When the charms list opens, se lect Settings , select the Power icon, and then select Sleep . To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the[...]

4. Select Require a pas sword (recomme nded) . NOTE: If you need to create a user account pass word or change you r current user account password, sele ct Create or change your user account password , and then follow the on- screen instructio ns. If you do not need to create o r change a user account password, go to step 5. 5. Select Save changes .[...]

4. Slide the battery (3) from the middle to remove it from the computer. NOTE: The battery release latch automa tically returns to its original position. The battery lock will remain in the unlocked position. Installing a user -replaceable battery To install the battery, follow t hese steps: CAUTION: Do not slant the battery as you insert it. 1. Ho[...]

HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the batt ery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specif ications, life cycles, a nd capacity Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery powe r and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in P[...]

Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks suf ficient power to exit Hibernation, fo llow these steps: 1. Replace the discharged user-replace able batte ry with a c harged battery, or connect the AC adapter to the computer and t o external power. 2. Exit Hibernation by pre ssing the power bu tton[...]

● When writing information to a disc (sele ct models only) ● When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives ● When performing a backup or recovery When you connect the co mput er to external AC power: ● The battery begins to charge. ● The display brightness increases. ● The power meter icon on the Wind ows desktop[...]

When HP CoolSens e is off, the position of the co mputer is not detec ted and the performance and fan options remai n at the factory s e tting. As a result, the surface te mperature of the compute r may be higher than it would be with HP CoolSense on. To turn CoolSens e off or on, follow thes e steps: ▲ From the Start screen, type cool , select S[...]

Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only) When the computer is in th e Sleep state, Intel Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the computer to exit Sleep. Smart Connect then upda tes the content for certain open applications and reinitiates Sleep. As a result, your work is immediate ly availab[...]

7 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices that help you store, manage, share, and access information. Your computer has an interna l hard drive that stores yo ur computer's software an d operating system, as well as provides storage for all of your personal files. Some computers al so have an optional optical drive [...]

Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a US B co nnector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port. NOTE: The USB port on your computer may lo ok slig htly different from the illustration in this section. A sound indicates that the device has been detected. NOTE: The[...]

To disconnect an un powered external d evice, stop the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. To disconnect a powere d external device, turn off the device, disconnec t it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using a USB de vice 49[...]

Inserting and removing a digital storage card To insert a digital storage card: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, use mini mal force to insert a digital card. 1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the comp uter. 2. Insert the card into the d igital stor age slot, and then press in on the card[...]

Sharing data and drives and accessing software When your comput er is part of a network, you are not limited to using only the information that is stored on your com puter. Networked compute rs ca n exchange soft ware and data with each other. NOTE: When a disc like a DVD movie or game is copy-protected, it cannot be shared . To share folders or li[...]

8 Maintaining your computer It is important to perform regular maintenan ce to ke ep your computer in optimal condition. This chapter provides information about improving the performance of your computer by ru nning tools such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. It also provides information ab out updating your programs and drivers, instructions[...]

To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Connect the computer to AC p ower. 2. From the Start screen, type disk , select Settings , and then select Defragment and optimize your drives . 3. Follow the on-screen instructio ns. For additional information, access th e Disk Defrag menter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard driv e for un[...]

NOTE: When cleaning the cover of the computer, use a circular motion to aid in removing dirt and debris. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard CAUTION: Never allow liquids to drip between the keys on the ke yboard, even when you are cleaning the computer. This can perm anently damage internal components. ● To clean and disinfect the Touc hPad and ke[...]

hazardous locations. If you are uncertain of the policy that ap plies to the use of a particular device, ask for authorization to use your computer before you tu rn it on. ● If you are traveling internationally, follow these suggestions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs regul ations fo r each countr y or region on your itinerary. ◦ Check [...]

9 Securing your computer and information Computer security is essential for protecting the c o nfidentiality, integrity, and availability of your information. Standard security solutions provided by the Windows operating system, HP applications, the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other thir d-party software ca n help protect your computer fr[...]

● An ideal password is long and ha s letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers. ● Before you send your c omputer for servic e, back up your files, delete conf idential files, and then remove all password settings. For additional information about Windows password s, such as screen-saver passwords, from the Start screen, type h , and then selec[...]

Your changes take effect when the computer restarts . Using Internet security software When you use your compu ter to access email, a ne twork, or the Internet, yo u potentially expose your computer to computer viruses, sp yware, and other online threats. To help protect your computer, Internet security software that in cludes antivirus and firewal[...]

Installing Windows updates Updates to the operating system and other software may ha ve become available after the computer left the factory. Microsoft sends out alerts regarding crit ical updates. To pr otect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses, in stall all critical upda tes from Mi crosoft a s soon as you rec eive an alert. [...]

The security cable slot on your computer may look slig htly different from the illustration in this section. For the location of th e security cable slot on your computer, see Getting to know your computer on page 4 . 1. Loop the security c able lock ar ound a secure d object. 2. Insert the key (1) into the security cable lock (2) . 3. Insert the s[...]

10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Outp u t System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input a nd output devices on the s ystem (such as d isk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utilit y (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of [...]

Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to t he comput er or an unsuccessful ins tallation, down load and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable e xternal power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional d[...]

Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run diag nostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is functioning properly. To start System Diagnostics: 1. Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc , and the n press f2 . 2. Select the diagnostic test yo u want to run, and then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If [...]

11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Your computer includes tools provided by HP an d the operating system to help you safeguard your information and retrieve it if you ever need to. Th ese tools will help yo u retu rn your computer to a proper working state or even back to the or iginal factory state, all with simple steps. This chapter provid[...]

libraries, des ktop, contacts, and favorites. If files are accidentally de leted from th e hard drive an d they can no longer be restored from the Recycle Bin, or if files become corrupted, you can restore the files that you back ed up using File History. R e storing files is also useful if you ever choose to reset the computer by reinstalling Wind[...]

Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your sy stem. Choose the method that best matches your situation and level of expertise: ● If you need to restore your pe rs onal files and data, you can use Windows File Hist ory to restore your information from the backups you created. For more information and steps for using File Hi[...]

Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery When your computer is not working pr operly and yo u need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allows you to start fr esh and keep wh at is important to you. IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that were not originally installed on the system at the factory. NOT[...]

To use the Start screen: 1. On the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms. 2. Select Settings . 3. Select Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and t hen select General from the PC settings screen. 4. Scroll the right-side choices down to display Remove everything and re[...]

Using the HP Recovery partit ion to recover a minimized image (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows you to perform a minimized image recovery without the need for recovery discs or a recovery US B flash drive. This type of recovery can only be used if the hard drive is still working. To start HP Recovery Manager[...]

Removing the HP Recovery partition HP Recovery Manager software allo ws you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space. IMPORTANT: Removing the HP Recovery partition mean s you can no longer use Windows Refresh, the Windows Remove everything and reinstall Windows option, or the HP Recovery Manager option for minimized image rec[...]

12 Specifications Input power The power information in this section may be helpfu l if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power source must be rated at 1 00–240 V, 50–60 Hz. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC [...]

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13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the rele ase of static electricity when tw o objects come into contact—for example, the sh ock you receive w hen you walk ac ross the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conducto rs may damage electronic components. To preve[...]

Index A AC adapter 6 AC adapter, testing 44 action keys decrease scre en brightness 36 functions 35 Help and Suppor t 36 identifying 12 increase screen brightness 36 next track or s ection 3 6 play, pause, resume 36 previous track or section 36 switch screen image 3 6 using 35 volume down 36 volume mute 36 volume up 36 wireless 36 antivirus softwar[...]

initiated during critical battery level 42 initiating 38, 39 high-definition devices, connecting 24, 25 hot ke ys description 37 display sys tem information 37 functions 37 using 37 HP 3D DriveGuard 52 HP and third-party software updates, installing 59 HP Recovery Manager 68 correcti ng boot proble ms 69 starting 69 HP Recovery media creating 65 re[...]

recovery partition 69 removing 70 recycle computer 66, 67 refresh 67 computer 66 regulatory information regulatory label 14 wireless certification labels 14 remove everything and reinstall Windows 67 reset computer 66, 67 steps 67 restore Windows File History 66 right-edge swipe 33 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 5 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 28[...]