User Guide - Windows 8.1

Touch to share (select models only)
Your computer has advanced Near Field Communication (NFC) hardware that allows you to
wirelessly touch-to-share information between two NFC-enabled devices. With NFC technology, you
can share websites, transfer contact information, and tap-to-print on NFC supported printers.
TIP: You can download NFC apps that may provide additional NFC features.
IMPORTANT: Before you can begin sharing, be sure that NFC is enabled on your devices. You may
also need to turn off certain services, such as sBeam, in order for NFC to work on Windows 8
devices. Check your NFC device manufacturer to be sure that it is compatible with Windows 8.
Start sharing
Touch your NFC device to your computer to start sharing between your device and your computer.
1. Open the item you want to share.
2. Touch the two NFC antennas together. You may hear a sound when the antennas have
recognized each other.
NOTE: The NFC antenna on your computer is located under the TouchPad. To find where the
other device NFC antenna is located, refer to your device instructions.
3. You may see a message on your device asking you to initiate the transfer and a message on
your computer if you want to receive the transfer. Follow the on-screen instructions to accept the
transfer.
Video
Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your
favorite websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer without needing to
connect to a network.
To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an
external monitor, projector, or TV.
Your computer has the following external video ports:
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