HP (Hewlett-Packard) E8B13UA#ABA manual

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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related inju ries or of ove rheating th e computer, do not place the compu ter directly on your lap or o bstruct the computer air ven ts. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do n ot allow another hard surface, such as an adjoinin g optional printer, or a soft surface, such [...]

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4 Enjoying entertainment features . .......... .......... ......... .......... ........... ........ ........... .......... .......... .. ............. ........ 20 Multimedia features .............. ........ ........... ........ .......... ......... ......... .......... ........ ........... ........ . ................. 20 Using the webcam (select mo[...]

Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys ........ ........... ............ ........... ........... .... 38 Using the hot keys ............... ............. ........... ............. .......... .............. .......... ....... 39 Using t he integr ated num eric key pad ........ .................. ............. .................. ................ ...[...]

Removing an optical disc ........ ............ ........ ......... ............ ......... ........... ......... ........... .......... 53 Tray-load ............... ............. ............. .............. ............ ........... ............ .......... ....... 53 When th e disc tray ope ns nor mally .......................... ................ ...[...]

Dow nl oad in g H P P C Ha rd war e D ia gno sti cs (U EF I) to a US B d evi ce ....... .............. .......... 69 11 Back ing up , restor ing, and recover ing ...... ............. .......... ........... ............. .......... ............ .......... .. ............. . 70 Creating recovery media an d backups .. ................. ......... .....[...]

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1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool de signed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn abou t best practices after you se t up your computer, fun things to do with your computer, and where to find additiona l HP resources. HP Quick Start (select models only) HP Quick Start gives you the option to use the fami[...]

Fun things to do ● You know that you can watch a YouTube video on the compute r. But did you know that you can also connect your compu ter to a TV or gaming conso le? For more in formation, see Connecti ng an HDMI device on page 23 . ● You know that you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream live radio to[...]

More HP resources You have already u sed Setup I nstructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate product details , how-to informat ion, and more, use th is table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features Windows 8 Basics guide ● Overview of using and navi gating with Windows® 8 Help an[...]

2 Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware an d software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type c , and then select Control Panel . 2. Select System and Security , and then in the System area, click Device Manager . A list reveals all the device s installed on[...]

Right side Component Description (1) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power- saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded compone nts. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibe rnation is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power. NO[...]

Left side Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) AC adapter light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is using battery power. (3) Security cable slot Attaches an option al secur ity cable to the com[...]

Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wirele ss signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). (2) Internal microphones (2) Records sound. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, capt ures still ph otographs , and provides access to video conferences an[...]

Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on the s creen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. For more information, see Edge swipes on page 31 . (2) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an e xternal mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button Functions li[...]

Lights Component Description (1) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power- saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power. NOTE: Fo[...]

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 on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button br[...]

Keys Component Description (1) esc key Reveals system information when pr essed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the esc key. (3) Windows key Returns you to the Start screen from an open a pp or the Windows desktop. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return [...]

Bottom Component Description (1) Battery lock latch U nlocks the battery. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery. 12 Chapter 2 Ge tting to know your compu ter[...]

Component Description (4) Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The com puter f an star ts up aut omati cally to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and o ff during routine operation. (5) Service door Provides access to the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot and the memo[...]

Component (4) Warranty period (5) Model number (select models only) Component (1) Serial number (2) Product number (3) Warranty period (4) Model number (select models only) (5) Revision n umber ● Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulato ry information about the com puter. ● Wireless certification label(s)—P rovide(s) information about op tio[...]

3 Connecting to a network Your computer can tr avel with you wh erever you go. But even at home, you can explor e the globe and access inform ation from millions of we bsites using your computer and a wire d or wireless network connection. This chapter will hel p you get connected to that world. Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology [...]

To use operating system controls: 1. From the Start screen, type n , and then select Settings . 2. Type network and sharing in the se arch box, an d then select Network and Sharing Center . For more information, from the Start screen, type h , and then select Help and Support . Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless lo cal area [...]

As your network grows, additional wirel ess and wi red computers can be connected to the ne twork to access the Internet. For help in setting up your WLAN , see the info rmation provided by yo u r router manufacturer or your ISP. Configuring a wireless router For help in setting u p a WLAN, see the info rmation provided by your router manu facturer[...]

4. Click Connect . If the WLAN is a security-enab led WLAN, you ar e p rompted to enter a security code. Type the code, and then click OK to complete the connection. NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you may be out of ra nge of a wirele ss router or access point. NOTE: If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, from the Windows desktop, right- [...]

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) Use a LAN connecti on if you wan t to connect the comp uter d irectly to a rout er in your home (instead of working wirelessly), or if you wan t to connect to an exis ting network at your offic e. Connecting to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (netwo rk) cable. To connect the ne twork cable, follow these step [...]

4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP comput er as an enterta inment hub to socialize via the webcam, e njoy and mana ge your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your comput er an even more powerfu l entertainment center, connect externa l devices like a monitor, projec tor, or TV, or spea kers and headphones. Multimedia featu[...]

Component Description (5) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 49 . (6) Audio-out (headphone) ja ck/Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects optional power ed stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, o r a television audio cable. Also conn ects an optio[...]

Connecting speakers You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port or to the audio- out (headphone) jack on your com puter or on a docking station. To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions . To connect high -definition sp eakers to the computer, se e Configuri[...]

Using video Connecting a VGA monitor or projector Your computer is a powe rful video device th at en ables you to watch streaming vide o from your favorite websites and download video and movies to watch on yo ur computer when you are not connected to a ne twork. To enhance your vie wing enjoyment, use one of th e video po rts on the computer to co[...]

To see the computer scre en image on a h igh-definit ion TV or monitor, connect the hig h-definition device according to the following instructions. 1. Connect one end of th e HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the compu ter. 2. Connect the other en d of the cable to the high-definition T V or monitor. 3. Press f4 to alternate the computer screen ima g[...]

Using Intel Wireless Display and Wi reless Music (select models only) Intel® Wireless Display and Wirele ss Music allow you to transmit yo ur computer content wirelessly to your receive/display device, such as HDTV, monitor, projector, game console , Blu-ray player, or DVR, by using an option al wireless adapter (purch ased separately). For de tai[...]

5 Navigating the screen You can navigate the comput er screen in several ways: ● Touch gest ures ● Keyboard and mouse Touch gesture s can be used on you r computer To uchPad or on a touch screen (select m odels only). NOTE: An external USB mo use (purchased se parately) can be conn ected to one of the USB ports on the computer. Review the Windo[...]

TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you would use th e corresponding button s on an external mou se. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are n ot supported in all apps, and only common gestures are documented in this gu ide. More gestures are a va ilable when you ch oose to view a demonstra tion of each gesture. To view a demonst ration of e[...]

Tapping To make an on-scre en selection, us e the tap fun ction on the T ouchPad. ● Point to an item on the screen , and then tap one fin ger on the TouchPa d zone to make a selection. Double-tap an item to open it. 28 Chapter 5 Navigating the screen[...]

Scrolling Scrolling is useful for mo ving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. ● Place two fingers slightly apart on the Touc hPad zone and then drag them up, down, left, or right. Pinching/zooming Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers tog ether on th e T ouchPad zone and then [...]

Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn i tems such as photos. ● Point to an object, then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in the TouchPad zone. Using yo ur right hand, slide yo ur forefinger in a sw eeping motion from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your forefing er from 3 o’clock to 12 o ’[...]

Flicking (select models only) Flicking allows you to navigate th rough scr eens or q uickly scroll through d ocuments. ● Place three fingers o n the TouchPad zo ne and f lick you r fingers in a light, quick motion up, down, left or right. Edge swipes Edge swipes allow you to perform ta sks such as changing settin gs and finding o r using apps. Ri[...]

Top-edge swipe The top-edge swipe allows you to access All apps available on the Sta rt screen. IMPORTANT: Wh en an app is active , the top-edg e gesture varies depe nding on th e app. ● Swipe your finger gently from the top edg e to reveal availab le apps. Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe accesses yo ur recently opened a pps so that you can s[...]

Using touch screen gestures (select models only) A touch screen computer allows you to control item s on the screen directly with your fingers. TIP: On touch scr een computers, you can perform th e gestures on the screen or on the TouchPad. You can also perfor m on-screen actions with the keyboard and mouse. One-finger slide The one-finge r slide i[...]

Scrolling Scrolling is useful fo r moving the pointer u p, down, left, or right on a page or image. ● Place two fingers on the screen and th en drag them in an up, down, left, or right motion. Pinching/stretching Pinching and stre tching allows you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fing ers together on th e display a[...]

Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn i tems such as photos. ● Anchor the forefinger of yo ur left hand on the object you want to rotate. Using you r right hand, slide your forefinge r around in a swe eping motion from 1 2 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your forefing er from 3 o’clock to 12 o ’cloc[...]

Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe reveals your ope n apps so that you can switch to them quickly. ● Gently swipe your finger inward from the le ft edge of the display to switch between apps. Without lifting your finger, swipe ba ck toward the left edge to reveal a ll open apps. Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe The top-edge swipe or bottom-e[...]

2. Tap All apps to view available apps. Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mo use allow you to type, select items, scroll and to pe rform the same functio ns as you do using tou ch gestures. Th e keyboard also allo ws you to use action keys and hot keys to perform specif ic functions. TIP: The Windows key on the keyboard allows you to qu[...]

Icon Key D escription f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and yo ur computer, ans wers to que stions, and updates to your computer. Help and Support also provides autom ated troubleshooting tools and access to support. f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hol[...]

Shortcut key Key Description + c Reveals the charms. + d Opens the Windows desktop. + o Turns Autorotate on or off. + q Opens the All Apps screen. + tab Switches between open apps. NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the app you want is revealed. alt + f4 Closes an active app. For additional information on Windows 8 shortcut keys, go[...]

6 Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is runnin g on battery power on ly and an AC powe r source is not a vailable to charge th e battery, it is importa nt to monitor and conser ve the battery char ge. Your comp uter supports an optimal power plan to manage how your computer uses and[...]

Manually initiating and exiting Sleep You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: ● Close the displa y. ● From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lowe r-right corner of the screen to reveal the charms. Cl ick Settings , click the Power icon, and then click Sleep . To exit Slee p: ● Briefly press the power button . ● If t[...]

Using the power meter and power settings The power meter is located on the Windows deskto p. The power meter allo ws you to quickly access power settings and view the remai ning battery ch arge. ● To reveal the percentage of remainin g battery charge and th e current power plan, on the Windows de sktop, point ove r the power mete r icon. ● To u[...]

Finding battery information To monitor the sta tus of your batt ery, or if the ba ttery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in HP Support Assistant. To access battery information, from th e Start screen, type sup port , select the HP Support As sistant app, and then select Battery and perfor mance . HP Support Assistant pr ovides the f[...]

Resolving a low battery level wh en no power source is available Save your work an d shut down th e computer. Resolving a low battery level when th e computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks su fficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Replace the discharged user-replaceable ba tter y with a charged batte ry, or con[...]

● When writing informat ion to a disc (select mode ls only) ● When running D isk Defragmenter on computers wi th internal hard dr ives ● When performing a ba ckup or recovery When you connect the computer to external AC power: ● The battery be gins to charge. ● The display brig htness increases. ● The power meter ico n on the Windows de[...]

To turn CoolSense o ff or on, fo llow these steps: ▲ From the Start screen, type cool , select Settings , and then select HP CoolSense . Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only) When the computer is in the Sleep state, Intel® Smart Connect T echnology periodically causes the computer to exit Sleep[...]

Switchable graphics/dual gr aphics (select models only) Select computers are equipp ed with eith er switchable graphics or dual graphics. ● Switchable graphics—Supporte d by both AMD™ an d Intel. If your comp uter has AMD dynamic switchable graphics, it suppor ts only switchable graphics. ● Dual graphics— Supported only by AMD. If yo ur c[...]

Using dual graphics (select models only) If your system is equipped with dual graphics (two or more added Graphics Processing Units (GPUs)), you can enable AMD Radeon Dual Grap hics to increase application power and performance for full-screen application s that use DirectX versi on 10 or 11. For more in formation about DirectX, see http://www.micr[...]

7 Managing and sharing information Drives are memory ca rd devices that help you stor e, manag e, share, and access information. Your computer has an internal hard drive or a solid st ate drive that stores yo ur computer's software, operating system, and also provides storage for all of your personal files. Some computers have a built-in optic[...]

▲ Connect the USB cab le for the device to the USB po rt. NOTE: The USB port on your compu ter may look slig htly different from the illustration in this section. A sound indicates that th e device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you co nnect a USB device, a messag e is revealed on the Wind ows desktop and an icon appears in the notifi ca[...]

Inserting and removing a memory card To insert a memory card: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the memory card connectors, use minimal force to insert a memory card. 1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connecto rs facing the computer. 2. Insert the card into the memory ca rd reader, an d then press in on the ca rd until it is firmly se[...]

Using optical drives An optical disc drive uses laser light to read or sto re large amounts of information. Some drives can only read information, but others can also write (burn) information onto a blank disc. Use these tips for best p erformance of your op tical drive: ● When the battery is the only sour ce of power, be su re that th e b attery[...]

Inserting an optical disc Tray-load 1. Turn on th e compute r. 2. Press the rel ease button (1) on the drive bezel to releas e the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2) . 4. Hold the disc by the edges to avoid tou ching the flat surfaces and po sition the d isc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE: If the tra y is not fu lly acces sible, tilt t [...]

2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by ge ntly pressing dow n on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the di sc. Hold the disc by the edg es and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tra y is not fu lly acce ssible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 3. Close the disc tray and pla ce the disc in a protective case. When the [...]

3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by ge ntly pressing dow n on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the di sc. Hold the disc by the edg es and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tra y is not fu lly accessi ble, tilt the disc carefully as you r emove it. 4. Close the disc tray and pla ce the disc in a protective case. Sharing [...]

To share drives on the same network: 1. From the Windows desktop, ri ght-click the network st atus icon in the notification a rea, at the far right of the ta skbar. 2. Select Open N etwork and Sh aring Cente r . 3. Under View your active netw orks , select an active network. 4. Select Change advanced sharing settings to set sharing options fo r pri[...]

8 Maintaining your computer It is important to perform regular maintenance to keep you r computer in optimal con dition. This chapter provides information abou t improving the perfo rmance of your comp uter by running too ls such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Clea nup. It also p rovides informati on about updati ng your programs and drive rs, instr[...]

To run Disk Defra gmenter: 1. Connect the compu ter to AC power. 2. From the Start screen, type d , and then type disk in the search box. Select Settings , and t hen select Defragment and optim ize your driv es . 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. For additional informatio n, access the Disk Defra gmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk C[...]

3. Unplug the p ower cord from the AC outlet. 4. Turn the computer upsid e down on a flat surface . 5. Remove the battery from the comp uter (see Removing a user-replaceable batte ry on page 42 ). 6. Remove the service door fro m the computer. 7. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. Pull away the retention cli[...]

9. Replace the service d oor. 10. Replace the battery. 11. Turn the computer ri ght-side up, and then re connect external power and extern al devices. 12. Turn on the computer. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you up date your prog rams and drivers on a regular basis to the latest versions. Updates can resolve issues an d bring new [...]

● Dry microfiber cleaning cloth or a chamois (static-free cloth without oil) ● Static-free cloth wipes CAUTION: Avoid strong cleaning solvents that can p e rmanently damage your computer. If you are not sure that a cleaning product is safe for your computer, check the prod uct contents to make sure that ingredients such as a lcohol, acetone, am[...]

Traveling with or shipping your computer If you have to trave l with or ship your com puter, he re are some tips to keep in mind to keep your equipment safe . ● Prepare the comput er for traveling or shipping: ◦ Back up your informa tion to an external d rive. ◦ Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as memory cards, from the com[...]

9 Securing your computer and information Computer security is essential for protectin g the confiden tiality, integrity, and avail ability of your information. Standard se curity solutions provided by the Windows operating syste m, HP applications, the non-Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other third- party software can help protect your computer [...]

Setting Windows passwords Password Function User password Protects access to a Windows user account. Administrator password Protects administrat or-level access to computer contents. NOTE: This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility (BIOS) contents. Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords Password Function Administrator password ● Must be[...]

the security softwar e trial offer or purchase the software of you r choice in orde r to fully protect yo ur computer. Using antivirus software Computer viruses can disable program s, utilities, or the operating system, or cause them to function abnormally. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them , and in most cases, repair any dam[...]

If you have instal led third-party software after yo u purchased your computer, regularly update the software. Software compani es provide software updates to their products to correct security problems and improve functionali ty of the software. Securing your wireless network When you set up you r wireless network, alw ays enable security fe ature[...]

10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Setup Utility, or Basic In put/Output System (BIOS), controls co mmunication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives , display, keyboard, mous e, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the sta rtu[...]

Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an u nsuccessful installation, downlo ad and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reli able external power u sing the AC adapter. Do not d ownload or install a BIOS up date while the computer is running on batte ry power, docked in an optional[...]

To start HP PC Hardwa re Di agnostic s UEFI: 1. Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc , and then press f2 . The BIOS searches thre e places for the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) tools in the following order: a. Connected USB drive NOTE: To download the HP PC Hardware Diagno stics (UEF I) tool to a USB drive, see Downloading HP PC H[...]

11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Your computer includes tool s prov ided by HP and Windows to help you safeguard your information and retrieve it if you ever need to. These tools w ill help you return your comp uter to a proper working state or even back to the origina l fa ctory state, all with simple st eps. This chapter provides informat[...]

choose to reset the computer by reinstallin g Windows or choose to recover using HP Recovery Manager. NOTE: File History is not en abled by default, so you must turn it o n. For more information and step s for enabling Wi ndo ws File History, see Help an d Support. From the Start scree n, type h , and the n select Help and Su pport . Creating HP Re[...]

Restore and recovery There are several options for re covering your system. Choose the method that best matches your situation and leve l of expertise: ● If you need to restore your p e rsonal files and data, you can use Windows File History to restore your information from the backups you created. For more information and steps for using File Hi[...]

Using Windows Refresh fo r quick and easy recovery When your computer is not work ing properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allo ws you to start fres h a nd keep what is importan t to you. IMPORTANT: Refresh re moves any traditional applications that were not origina lly installed on the system at the factory.[...]

3. Click Change PC setting s in the bottom-right corne r of the scre en, and then select General from the PC settings screen. 4. Scroll the right-side choi ces down to display Remove everything and reinstall Window s . 5. Under Remove everythi ng and reinstall Windows , select Get starte d , and follow the on- screen instructions. Recovering using [...]

To start HP Recovery Manager fr om the HP Recovery partition: 1. Press f11 while the compute r boots. – or – Press and hold f1 1 as you press the po wer button. 2. Choose your keyboard layout. 3. Select Troubleshoot from the bo ot options menu. 4. Select Recov ery Manage r , and follow the on-scre en instructions. Using HP Recovery media to rec[...]

Removing the HP R ecovery partition HP Recovery Manager software a llows you to remove the HP Recov ery partit ion to free up ha rd drive space. IMPORTANT: After you remove the HP Recovery part ition, you can no longer u se the Windows Refresh option, the Windo ws option to remove ever ything an d reinstall Windows, or the HP Recovery Manager optio[...]

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 op erates on DC power, whi ch can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50 –60 Hz. Although the comp uter can be powered from a standalone [...]

13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the rele ase of static electricity wh en tw o objects come into contact—for example, the sho ck you receive wh en you walk across th e carpet and touc h a metal door knob. A discharge of static ele ctricity from fingers or other electrostati c conductors may damage electronic components. To p [...]

Index A AC adapter 6 AC adapter, testing 45 action keys decrease screen brightness 38 Help and Suppo rt 3 8 identifying 11 increase screen brightness 38 next track or section 38 play, pause, resume 38 previous track or section 38 radiance backlight keyboard 38 switch screen image 38 volume down 38 volume mute 38 volume up 38 wireless 38 antivirus s[...]

HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 75 starting 75 HP Recovery media creating 71 recovery 75 HP Recovery partition recovery 74 removing 76 hubs 49 I input power 77 installing critical security updates 65 optional security cable lock 66 integrated nume ric keypad, identifying 11, 39 integrated webcam, identifying 7, 20 Intel Wireless Displa[...]

regulatory information regulatory label 14 wireless certification labels 14 remove everything and reinstall Windows 73 reset computer 72, 73 steps 73 restore Windows F ile History 72 right-edge swipe 35 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 6 rotating TouchPad gesture 30 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 29 security cable lock, installing 66 security cable [...]