HP (Hewlett-Packard) F3F15UA#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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Table of contents 1 Start ing righ t ..... ............ ......... ............ ......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ......... ... ........... .......... ......... ..... 1 Revert to the familiar Start screen (sel ect models only) ............ .......... ......... .......... ......... .......... ......... . . 1 Visit th[...]

Conne cting to a local a rea netw ork (L AN) ...... ............. ............. .......... .............. ............. .... 19 4 Enjoying entertainment features . .......... .......... ......... .......... ........... ........ ........... .......... .......... .. ............. ........ 20 Multimedia features .............. ........ ........... ...[...]

6 Managing power .................. ............. ............ ................. ........... .............. ................ ........ ................. .............. 37 Initiati ng Sleep and Hibe rnation ... ............... ................ ................ ............. ................ ............... ...... ..... 37 Manually initiating and exit[...]

Using antivirus software ............ ........... .............. ............ ........... .............. ............ ........... .... 50 Using firewall software .... .......... .......... ......... .......... ......... ........... ......... ......... ........ ............ .. 50 Installing software updates ............. ............. ......... ....[...]

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. Revert to the familiar Start screen (select models only) HP Quick Start gives you the o[...]

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 video devices by using an HDMI cable on page 23 . ● You know that you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can als[...]

More HP resources You have already u sed Setup I nstructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate resources that provide product details, ho w- to information, and mo re, use this table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of computer setup and features Windows Basics guide ● Overview of using Windows® Help and [...]

Resource Contents Limited Warranty * To access this guide: 1. From the Start screen, type support , and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Select 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 pro[...]

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 control panel , and then select Control Panel . 2. Select System and Security , select System , and then click Device Man ager in the left column. A list reveals al[...]

Right side Component Description (1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speake rs, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a tele vision audio cable. Also connects an optional headset micro phone. This jack do es not support optional microphone-only de vices. WARNIN G! To reduce the risk of personal injury,[...]

Left side Component Description (1) Security cable slot Attaches an option al security cable to the compu ter. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. (2) Vent (1) Enables airflow to cool internal components. (3) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio de[...]

Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and rece ive wireless signals to communicate with wir eless local area networks (WLANs). (3[...]

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 29 . (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 powe r- saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hiberna tion is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power. (2) Ca[...]

Buttons 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 briefly t o exi[...]

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 spacebar , or 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 [...]

Bottom Component Description (1) Battery lock latch U nlocks the battery. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery. (4) Vents (3) Enable airflow to cool internal components. (5) Speakers (2) Produce sound. Labels The labels affixed to the computer provid e inform ation you may need wh en you troubles hoot sy[...]

● Service label—Provides import ant information to id entify your computer. Wh en contacting support, you will pr obably be asked for the se rial number, and possibly for the product number or the model number. Locate these numbers before yo u contact support. NOTE: Your service labels will rese mble one of the examples shown below. Refer to th[...]

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 [...]

For more information, from the Start screen, type help , and then select Help and Support . Sharing data and dr ives and accessing software When your computer is part of a networ k, you ar e not limited to using only the information tha t is stored in your computer. Network computers ca n exchange software and data with each other. NOTE: When a dis[...]

Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN an d connect to the In ternet, you need the following eq uipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-spee d 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 wireless rout[...]

Wireless encryption uses security settings to en crypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the network. For more info rmation, from the Start screen, type help , and then select Help and Support . Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is o n, the wireless light is[...]

Connecting to a wired network 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 t[...]

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) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) ja ck Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also conn ects an optional h eadset microphone. This jack does not support optio nal microphone-only devices. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the v[...]

Using audio On your computer, you can play music CDs on an optional external drive, download and listen to music, stream audio co ntent from the w eb (includi ng radio), record audio, or mix audio a nd video to create multimedia . To enhance your listen ing enjoyment, at tach external audio d evices such as speakers or headphones. Connecting speake[...]

To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. From the Start screen, type sound , a nd then select Sound Record er . 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the micro phone. 3. Save the file to your desktop. 4. Open a multimedia p rogram and play the recording. To confirm or change the audio setting s on yo ur computer, [...]

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[...]

To return the audio stream to the computer speakers: 1. From the Windows desktop, ri ght-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and the n click Pla yback devices . 2. On the Playback tab, click Speakers . 3. Click Set Default , and then cl ick OK . Using video 25[...]

5 Navigating the screen You can navigate the computer screen in the following wa ys: ● 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[...]

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. Scrolling Scrolling is useful for mo ving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. ● Place two fingers slightly apart on the Touc[...]

Pinching/zooming Pinching and zooming allo w you to zoom out (p inching) or in (zooming) on images or text. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers ap art on the Tou chPad zone and then moving your fing ers together. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers tog ether on th e T ouchPad zone and then moving your fingers apart. 2-finger click 2-finger click all[...]

Edge swipes Edge swipes allow you to perform ta sks such as changing settin gs and finding o r using apps. Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reveals the charms, which let you search, share, start apps, access devices, or change setting s. ● Swipe your finger gently from the right e dge to reveal th e charms. Top-edge swipe (select models only[...]

Left-edge swipe The left-edge swipe accesses yo ur recently opened a pps so that you can switch between them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPa d. 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 [...]

Tapping To make an on-scre en selection, use th e tap function. ● Use one finger to tap an object on the screen to make a selection. Double-tap an item to ope n it. Using touch scree n gestures (sele ct models only) 31[...]

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/zooming Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers ap art on the screen and then movi[...]

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[...]

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 keyboa rd allows you to quickly return to the Start screen from a[...]

Icon Key D escription f7 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key. f8 Increases speaker volume incrementally as lon g as you hold down the key. f9 Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD. f10 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD , a DVD, or a BD. f11 Plays the nex[...]

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 Hibernation (select models only) You can enable u ser-initiated Hibernation a nd change othe r power settings and timeouts u sing Power Options. 1. From the Start screen, type power options , select Settings , and then select Power Option s from the list of applications. 2. In the left pane, clic k Choose what the po[...]

is disconnected from the co mputer, the comput er automatically switches to battery powe r and the screen brightness decreas es to conserve battery life. The battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and un plugged from external power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power manage ment settings, pro grams running [...]

Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery p ower and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove a user -replaceable ba ttery from t he comput er if it will not be used or charged for more than 2 weeks. ● Turn off wireless devices wh en you a re not u[...]

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 connec t the AC adapter to the compute r and to external power. 2. Exit Hibernation by pressin g the power button[...]

When you connect the computer to external AC power: ● The battery be gins to charge. ● The screen brightness increase s. ● The power meter ico n on the Windows desktop cha nges appearance. When you disconne ct external AC pow er, the followi ng events occur : ● The computer switches to battery po wer. ● The screen brigh tness automat ical[...]

Although you can turn of f the computer with the power bu tton, the recommen ded procedure is to use the Windows Shut down com mand: NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hi bernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdo wn is possible by b riefly pressing the powe r button. 1. Save your work and close all op en progr[...]

7 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[...]

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 features an d options to your compu ter. Technology i s always chan ging, and upd ating programs and d r ivers allows yo ur computer to run the la test technology available . Fo[...]

Cleaning the sides or cover To clean the sid es or cover, use a soft microfib er cloth or chamois moistened with one of the cleaning solutions listed previously or us e an acceptable disposab le wipe. NOTE: When cleaning the cover of the computer, use a circular motion to a id in removing di rt and debris. Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse [...]

and in hazardous loca tions. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device , ask for authorization to us e your com puter before you turn it on. ● If you are trave ling internationa lly, follow these sugg estions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs re gulations for ea ch country or region on your itinerary.[...]

8 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[...]

9 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 rtup[...]

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 diagnostics 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 Hard ware Diagnostics ([...]

10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering This chapter provides informatio n ab out the fol lowing processes: ● Creating recovery medi a and backups ● Restoring and reco vering your system Creating recovery media and backups 1. After you successfully set up the computer, crea te HP Recovery media. This step creates a backup of the HP R ecovery p[...]

separately) to create recovery discs, or you ca n obtain recovery discs for your comput er from support. See the Worldwide Telephone Nu mbers booklet included with the computer . You can also find contact i nformation from the HP website. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support , select your country or region, and fol low the on-screen instru ctions. If y[...]

For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery parti tion on page 58 . Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recove r the compute r to its original fa ctory sta te by using the HP Recove ry media that you create d or by u sing the HP Recovery p artition (select models only). If you have not already crea[...]

IMPORTANT: F or tablets, connect to the keyboard do ck before beginning these steps (select models only). 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 then follow the on-scr[...]

11 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 [...]

Operating environment Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90% Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95% Maximum alti tude (unpressurized) Operating -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating -15 m to 12,192 m -5[...]

12 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 42 action keys decrease screen brightness 35 Help and Suppo rt 35 identifying 12 increase screen brightness 35 next track or section 36 play, pause, resume 36 previous track or section 35 switch screen image 35 volume down 36 volume mute 36 volume up 36 wireless 36 antivirus software, using 50 audio features[...]

Internet security software, using 49 J jacks audio-out (headphone)/au dio-in (microphone) 6, 21 network 6 RJ-45 (network) 6 K keys action 12 esc 12 fn 12 Window s 12 L labels Bluetooth 14 regulatory 14 serial number 14 service 13 wireless certification 14 WLAN 14 LAN, connecting 19 latch, batt ery release 13 left-edge swipe 34 lights AC adapter 6 c[...]

pinching 32 rotating 33 scrolling 32 tapping 31 TouchPad buttons 9 TouchPad g estures pinching 28 scrolling 27 zooming 28 TouchPad zone, id entifying 9 traveling with the computer 14, 41, 46 turning off the computer 42 U unresponsive system 42 USB 2.0 ports, identifying 6, 20 USB 3.0 ports, identifying 7, 21 using external AC p ower 41 using passwo[...]