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User Guide 1 - Page 2
... 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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... of contents
1 Getting information ...1
2 Getting to know your computer ...3 Locating hardware ...3 Locating software ...3 Setting up your computer ...3
3 Connecting to a network ...7 Connecting to a wireless network ...7 Connecting to a wired network-LAN (select products only 10
4 Enjoying entertainment features ...11 Using the camera ...11 Using audio ...11 Using video ...12 Using data transfer...
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Keyboard and mouse (wireless) ...28 Speakers and sound ...28 Internet access ...29 Software troubleshooting ...30
9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics ...32 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only 32 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ...33 Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only 35
10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ...37 Backing...
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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...
User Guide 1 - Page 11
... select the Device Manager app.
A list displays all the devices installed on your computer. For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn+esc (select products only).
Locating software
To find out what software is installed on your computer: ▲ Right-click the Start button, and then select Apps and Features.
Setting up your computer
WARNING! To...
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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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... drop the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. A short time after one of these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to normal operation. NOTE: Only internal hard drives are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. A hard drive installed in an optional docking device or connected to a USB port is not protected...
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... 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 following products to safely clean your computer: ● Alcohol-free glass-cleaning fluid ● Solution of water and mild soap
22...
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... then select Sign-in options.
2. Under Windows Hello, follow the on-screen instructions to add both a password and a 4-digit PIN, and then enroll your fingerprint or facial ID.
Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information
Administrator password
Computer viruses
Antivirus software
The free trial antivirus software that is preinstalled on your...
User Guide 1 - Page 34
...www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to find your product.
NOTE: If you have problems using any peripheral devices such as a monitor or a printer with your computer, refer to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer for more extensive troubleshooting.
Computer does not start
Table 8-1 Computer symptoms and solutions
Symptom
Possible solution
Error message: hard drive...
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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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... 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...
User Guide 1 - Page 40
...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...
User Guide 1 - Page 41
... 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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... use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are provided.
Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version
To download the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version to a USB flash drive: 1. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags. The HP PC Diagnostics home page is displayed. 2. Select Download HP Diagnostics UEFI...
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...www.hp.com/support. 2. Enter the product name or number, select your computer, and then select your operating system. 3. In the Diagnostics section, follow the on-screen instructions to select and download the specific UEFI
Diagnostics version for your computer.
Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only)
Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI is a firmware (BIOS...
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... the computer. For details, see Using Windows tools on page 37.
Recovering using HP Recovery media
HP Recovery media is used to recover the original operating system and software programs that were installed at the factory. On select products, it can be created on a bootable USB flash drive using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool. For details, see Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool...
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... device 7, 9 boot order, changing 38
C camera
using 11 caring for your computer 22 cleaning your computer 22 computer
security features 25 troubleshooting 26 connecting to a network 7 connecting to a 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...
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... display (monitor) 27 Internet access 29 keyboard and mouse (wireless)
28 keyboard and mouse (with
cable) 28 power 27 software 30 speakers and sound 28 turning off the computer 4
U unresponsive system 4 updating programs and drivers 22 USB port with HP Sleep and Charge,
identifying 5 USB port, identifying 5 USB SuperSpeed Plus port,
identifying 5 USB SuperSpeed port, identifying 5 USB Type-C port...