User's Guide
Table Of Contents
- Getting started
- Getting to know your computer
- Connecting to a network
- Enjoying entertainment features
- Navigating the screen
- Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures
- Tap
- Two-finger pinch zoom
- Two-finger slide (TouchPad and Precision TouchPad)
- Two-finger tap (TouchPad and Precision TouchPad)
- Three-finger tap (TouchPad and Precision TouchPad)
- Four-finger tap (TouchPad and Precision TouchPad)
- Three-finger swipe (TouchPad and Precision TouchPad)
- Four-finger swipe (Precision TouchPad)
- One-finger slide (touch screen)
- Using an optional keyboard or mouse
- Using an on-screen keyboard (select products only)
- Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures
- Managing power
- Using Sleep and Hibernation
- Shutting down (turning off) the computer
- Using the Power icon and Power Options
- Running on battery power
- Running on external power
- Maintaining your computer
- Securing your computer and information
- Using passwords
- Using Windows Hello (select products only)
- Using Internet security software
- Installing software updates
- Using HP Device as a Service (select products only)
- Securing your wireless network
- Backing up your software applications and information
- Using an optional security cable (select products only)
- Using Setup Utility (BIOS)
- Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics
- Backing up, restoring, and recovering
- Specifications
- Electrostatic discharge
- Accessibility
- Index
CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not spray cleaning agents or liquids directly on
any computer surface. Liquids dripped on the surface can permanently damage internal components.
Cleaning the display
Gently wipe the display using a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with an alcohol-free glass cleaner. Be sure that
a display is dry before you close the computer.
Cleaning the sides or cover
To clean the sides or cover, use a soft microber cloth or chamois moistened with one of the cleaning
solutions listed previously, or use an acceptable disposable wipe.
NOTE: When cleaning the cover of the computer, use a circular motion to aid in removing dirt and debris.
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only)
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use a vacuum
cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard. A vacuum cleaner can deposit household debris on the keyboard
surface.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to internal components, do not allow liquids to drip between the keys.
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To clean the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse, use a soft microber cloth or a chamois moistened with one
of the cleaning solutions listed previously.
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To prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust, lint, and particles from the keyboard, use a can of
compressed air with a straw extension.
Traveling with or shipping your computer
If you have to travel with or ship your computer, follow these tips to keep your equipment safe.
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Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping:
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Back up your information to an external drive.
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Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as memory cards.
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Turn o and then disconnect all external devices.
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Shut down the computer.
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Take along a backup of your information. Keep the backup separate from the computer.
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When traveling by air, carry the computer as hand luggage; do not check it in with the rest of your
luggage.
CAUTION: Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic elds. Security devices with magnetic elds include
airport walk-through devices and security wands. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices
that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives.
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If you plan to use the computer during a ight, listen for the in-ight announcement that tells you when
you are allowed to use your computer. In-ight computer use is at the discretion of the airline.
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If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package
“FRAGILE.”
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The use of wireless devices may be restricted in some environments. Such restrictions may apply aboard
aircraft, in hospitals, near explosives, and in hazardous locations. If you are uncertain of the policy that
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