User's Guide

Component Description
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) 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. For additional safety information, refer to the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices .
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From the Start screen, type support, and then select
the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark
icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
Battery bay Holds the battery.
Battery lock Locks the battery in the battery bay.
Battery release latch Releases the battery.
Bluetooth® compartment Contains a Bluetooth device.
Caps lock light
On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.
esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the esc key, or on select models, the b key
or the spacebar.
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