HP Pavilion 14-bf100 driver and firmware
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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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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.
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....microsoft.com for details.
To access the latest user guides or manuals for your product, go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and select your country. Select Find your product, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms...
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...your computer and information ...43 Using passwords ...43 Setting Windows passwords ...43 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 44 Using Windows Hello (select products only) ...44 Using Internet security software ...45 Using antivirus software ...45 Using firewall software ...45 Installing software updates ...45 Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only 46 Securing your wireless network...
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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 27. Before connecting speakers...
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... the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power. A short time after the end of 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...
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... recent gaming software. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most out of your equipment. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of HP programs and drivers. In addition, register to receive automatic notifications when updates become available. If you would like to update your programs and drivers, follow these instructions: 1. Type support in the...
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... DSL or cable modem and your home network to
protect all the computers on the network. When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with a set of user-defined security criteria. Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked.
Installing software updates
HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should...
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... their company assets. HP Touchpoint Manager helps protect devices against malware and other attacks, monitors device health, and enables you to reduce time spent solving end-user device and security issues. You can quickly download and install the software, which is highly cost effective relative to traditional in-house solutions.
Securing your wireless network
When you set up a WLAN or...
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..., remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. 1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
- or - Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. Click Updates, and then click Check for...
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... Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device
NOTE: The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) download instructions are provided in English only, and you must use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are offered. There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device. Download the latest UEFI version 1. Go to http://www...
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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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... to a network 20 connecting to a wireless network 20 connecting to a WLAN 21 connecting to LAN 23 connector, power 6, 7 corporate WLAN connection 21 critical battery level 37
D Disk Cleanup software 39 Disk Defragmenter software 39 drive light 5, 6
E electrostatic discharge 58 esc key, identifying 16, 17 external power, using 37
H HDMI port 5, 7
connecting 26 HDMI, configuring audio 27 headphones...
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...service labels, locating 18 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 44 shipping the computer 41 shutdown 34 Sleep
exiting 33 initiating 33 Sleep and Hibernation initiating 33 slots memory card reader 8 security cable 8 software Disk Cleanup 39 Disk Defragmenter 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 39 software updates, installing 45 sound settings, using 26 speakers connecting 25 identifying 14, 15 supported discs, recovery...
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... all editions of Windows. This computer may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full advantage of Windows functionality. See http://www.microsoft.com for details.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License...
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..., remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. 1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
- or - Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2. Click Updates, and then click Check for...
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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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... Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device
NOTE: The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) download instructions are provided in English only, and you must use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are offered. There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device. Download the latest UEFI version 1. Go to http://www...