User Guide
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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Table of contents 1 Getting to know your computer ...................................................................................................................... 1 Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 1 Left side ..............................................................................................................................................................
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1 Getting to know your computer Right side Component (1) Description Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional microphone-only devices. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
Component Description ● (5) 2 USB Type-C power connector and charging port Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer Off: The computer is using battery power. Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector, supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery.
Left side Component (1) Description Nano security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. (2) USB Type-C power connector and charging port Connects a USB device with a Type-C connector and can charge products such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, and MP3 players, even when the computer is off.
Display Component (1) Description WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). NOTE: The position of the WLAN antennas may differ, depending on the product. (2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (3) Camera light On: The camera is in use. (4) Camera Records video, captures still photographs, and allows video conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.
TouchPad Component Description TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. NOTE: For more information, see Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures on page 8.
Button and speaker Component (1) Description Speaker Produces sound. NOTE: Select products may include an enhanced sound system by B&O Play. (2) 6 Power button Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer ● 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 on and you want to lock the screen, press the button until you see the sign-in screen appear.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. IMPORTANT: ● All labels described in this section will be affixed to the bottom of the computer. Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you will probably be asked for the serial number, and possibly for the product number or the model number. Locate these numbers before you contact support.
2 Navigating the screen You can navigate the screen in the following ways: ● Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen (select products only). ● Use touch gestures on the TouchPad. ● Use an optional pen, with the digitizer film, for the computer. If a pen is included with your computer, refer to the documentation included with that pen. Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures that let your fingers tap and scroll to manipulate items on the desktop.
Scrolling (TouchPad only) Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. Scrolling to the left or the right with two fingers will scroll the screen, if there is more content viewable to either side, or will move back and forth through web browser history. To scroll, place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad, and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed.
One-finger scrolling (touch screen only) Scrolling to the left or the right with one finger will move back and forth through web browser history. To scroll, place fingers on the touch screen, and then drag it across the touch screen in a left or right motion. NOTE: 10 Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed.
One-finger swipe (touch screen only) Swiping up with one finger will hide or show your shelf. The shelf contains a list of popular shortcuts to apps so that you can find them easily. To swipe, place your finger on the bottom of the screen, quickly slide your finger up a short distance, and then lift it. Two-finger pinch zoom (touch screen only) Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text.
3 Using the action keys Using the action keys For more information on action keys and keyboard shortcuts, go to https://support.google.com/chromebook/ answer/183101. Select your language at the bottom of the page. Icon Key Description esc Activates certain computer functions when pressed in combination with other keys, such as tab or shift. Back Displays the previous page in your browser history. Forward Displays the next page in your browser history. Reload Reloads your current page.
4 Power and battery Factory-sealed battery The battery[ies] in this product cannot be easily replaced by users themselves. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your warranty coverage. If a battery is no longer holding a charge, contact support. When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of the battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. Charging the battery 1. Connect the power adapter to the computer.
5 Printing Use one of the following methods to print from your computer: ● Print from the Google ChromeTM browser ● Print with Google CloudTM Print web printing service NOTE: If you use HP Print for Chrome, the printer cannot be registered with Google Cloud Print. Printing from the Google Chrome browser To print from the Google Chrome browser, use the HP Print for Chrome app. You can install the HP Print for Chrome app from the Chrome Web Store. For more information, see the HP website. 1.
6 More HP resources More HP resources To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components HP website ● Support information To access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and follow the instructions to find your product. Then select User Guides.
7 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components.
8 Accessibility HP designs, produces, and markets products and services that can be used by everyone, including people with disabilities, either on a stand-alone basis or with appropriate assistive devices. Supported assistive technologies HP products support a wide variety of operating system assistive technologies and can be configured to work with additional assistive technologies. Use the Search feature on your device to locate more information about assistive features.
Index A AC adapter light 1 accessibility 17 action key reload 12 action keys 12 back 12 brightness down 12 brightness up 12 esc 12 forward 12 full screen 12 mute 12 volume down 12 volume up 12 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 1 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 1 B back key, identifyng 12 battery charging 13 factory sealed 13 light 1 Bluetooth label 7 bottom 7 brightness down key, identifying 12 brightness up key, identifying 12 buttons, power 6 C camera light, identifying 4 camera, identifying
U USB 3.x SuperSpeed port, identifying 3 USB 3.
