User's Guide
Table Of Contents
- Starting right
- Getting to know your computer
- Connecting to a network
- Enjoying entertainment features
- Using a webcam (select models only)
- Using audio
- Using video
- Navigating the screen
- Managing power
- Initiating and exiting Sleep and Hibernation
- Using the power meter and power settings
- Running on battery power
- Running on AC power
- Shutting down (turning off) the computer
- Maintaining your computer
- Securing your computer and information
- Using Setup Utility (BIOS)
- Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
- Backing up, restoring, and recovering
- Specifications
- Electrostatic Discharge
- Index
Component Description
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace
the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized
for use in the computer by the governmental agency that
regulates wireless devices in your country or region. If you
replace the module and then receive a warning message,
remove the module to restore computer functionality, and
then contact support through Help and Support.
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From the Start screen, type help, and then select
Help and Support.
- or -
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark
icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar.
Service door release latch Releases the service door.
SIM slot Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The
SIM slot is located inside the battery bay.
Speakers Produce sound.
TouchPad light On: The TouchPad is off.
TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures.
USB 2.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Standard USB ports will not charge all USB devices or will
charge using a low current. Some USB devices require
power and require you to use a powered port.
NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select models
of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is
off.
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
USB 3.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Standard USB ports will not charge all USB devices or will
charge using a low current. Some USB devices require
power and require you to use a powered port.
NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select models
of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is
off.
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Vents Enable airflow to cool internal components.
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