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...Windows. This computer may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to take full advantage of Windows functionality. Go to http://www.microsoft.com for details.
To access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Software terms
By installing, copying...
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● Recover factory settings
See System Recovery on page 16.
● See how-to videos about using the features of your computer
Go to http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only).
● Learn how to use the Windows® operating system
● Find Windows password information ● Find links to driver updates ● Read frequently asked questions
Help and Support:
From the...
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.... NOTE: To set up a wireless local area network (WLAN) and connect to the Internet, you need a broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (purchased separately), high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider, and a wireless router (purchased separately). For more information about wireless technology, see the information and Website links provided in Help and Support. From the...
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... revert to an earlier version of a driver, select Roll Back Driver, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Microsoft System Restore
If you have a problem that might be caused by software that you have installed on your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. You can also set restore points manually.
IMPORTANT: Always use this...
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... be available on systems that are shipped without a version of Microsoft Windows.
To check the list of installable programs or to reinstall a program in HP Recovery Manager:
1. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. If prompted, click Yes to allow the program to continue.
2. Select Drivers and Applications Reinstall. A list of programs opens. Check...
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Monthly
Hardware cleaning
Thoroughly clean the outside of your computer.
Software updates
Use Windows Update to fix operating system bugs and improve performance. Also, be sure to check for driver updates for your hardware and new versions of your favorite programs.
Windows Update
Run Windows Update to install updates.
Yearly
System Recovery
In time, your system might still slow down...
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...Windows. This computer may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to take full advantage of Windows functionality. Go to http://www.microsoft.com for details.
To access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Software terms
By installing, copying...
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... new features include the following: ● Enhanced Start menu ● Shut down from the Start menu ● Improved search options ● Enhanced backup and recovery information For details about your computer hardware and software, see the User Guide. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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... you need to know before you get started
● HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that was installed at the factory. For software not provided with this computer, you must either download the software from the manufacturer's website or reinstall the software from the media provided by the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a final attempt to...
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... product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
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Contents
User Guide
● Product details for your computer
To access the latest user guide, go tohttp://www.hp.com/support, and select your country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Get started app
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▲ To access this app, click the Start...
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... requirements may apply over time for updates. Go to http://www.microsoft.com for details.
To access the latest user guides, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to find your product. Then select User Guides.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by...
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...; Find Windows password information
● Find links to driver updates
● Read frequently asked questions
● Troubleshoot the most common
See Troubleshooting on page 26.
computer hardware and software issues
● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model
To access the latest user guides or manuals for your product, go to http://www.hp.com/support...
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... access the latest user guides or manuals for your product, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to find your product. Then select User Guides.
5. Look in the computer box for additional printed details or updates. After you complete the initial computer setup, you might want to install additional hardware devices or software. Check the operating system, memory, and other...
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You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port or to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack on your computer or on a docking station. To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see Setting up HDMI audio on page 16. Before connecting speakers...
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... On the Downloads and updates page, make the selection for updates and follow the on-screen
instructions. To update drivers: 1. Type windows update settings in the taskbar search box, and then select Windows Update
settings. 2. Select Check for updates.
NOTE: If Windows does not find a new driver, access the device manufacturer's website and follow the instructions.
Cleaning your computer
Use the...
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● Update the drivers. See "Updating device drivers" in this table.
● Restore your computer to a configuration that was in use before the software was installed. See "Microsoft System Restore" in this table.
● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver. See "Software program and hardware driver reinstallation" in this table.
● Erase and reformat the hard drive, and...
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...QR) code is displayed. With a mobile device, scan the code and then follow the onscreen instructions. ● Instructions for calling support are displayed. Follow those instructions.
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows
● The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows download instructions are provided in English only. ● You must use a Windows computer to download this tool because...
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... Get software and drivers, select your type of product, and then enter the product name or
number in the search box that is displayed. 3. In the Diagnostics section, select Download, and then follow the on-screen instructions to select the
specific Windows diagnostics version to be downloaded to your computer or USB flash drive. The tool is downloaded to the selected location.
Installing HP PC...
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...wireless network 7 connecting to a WLAN 8 connecting to LAN 10 corporate WLAN connection 8 customer support, accessibility 45
D data transfer 18
Disk Cleanup software 21 Disk Defragmenter software 21 DisplayPort, identifying USB Type-
C6 Dual-Mode DisplayPort
connecting 17
E electrostatic discharge 40 external monitor port
connecting 15
F fingerprints, registering 25 fn key 19
G GPS 9
H HDMI port...
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... 17 external monitor port 15 HDMI port 16 Thunderbolt port device 14 USB Type-C 18 VGA port 15 wireless displays 18 video, using 12
W Windows
backup 37
recovery media 37 system restore point 37 Windows Hello 11 using 25 Windows tools, using 37 wired network (LAN) 10 wireless button 7 wireless controls button 7 operating system 7 wireless light 7 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 8 corporate...