HP Spectre 13-3000 driver and firmware
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User Guide - Page 2
... 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...
User Guide - Page 8
... passwords ...63 Setting Windows passwords 64 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 64 TPM Embedded Security device (select models only 65 Using Internet security software ...65 Using antivirus software ...65 Using firewall software ...66 Installing software updates ...66 Installing critical security updates 66 Installing HP and third-party software updates 66 Securing your wireless network...
User Guide - Page 11
... more information, see Getting to
know your computer on page 5 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 21 for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at Using antivirus software on page 65. ● Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backing up, restoring, and recovering on page 71.
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Visit the...
User Guide - Page 57
...; Power Options-Conserve energy or maximize performance.
● Event Viewer-View event logs.
● System-View information about your computer and change settings.
● Device Manager-View and update device driver software.
● Network Connections-Check network status, change settings, and set preferences for sharing files and printers.
● Disk Management-Manage the disk drives on...
User Guide - Page 70
... well with the most 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 update notifications when they become available.
Cleaning your computer
Use the following products to safely...
User Guide - Page 76
... 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...
User Guide - Page 78
... HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.
Starting Setup...
User Guide - Page 79
... any device, cable, or cord.
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
2. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. At the download area, follow these steps:
a. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on your computer. If the update is...
User Guide - Page 80
... a diagnostic test, press esc.
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device
NOTE: Instructions for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are provided in English only. 1. Go to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click Support & Drivers, and then click the Drivers & Downloads tab. 3. Enter the product name in the text box, and then click Go. 4. Select your computer model, and then select...
User Guide - Page 81
..., and then select Help and Support.
Creating HP Recovery media
HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted. System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and the software programs installed at the factory, and...
User Guide - Page 83
... the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory.
The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows System Recovery and Minimized Image Recovery.
What you need to know
● 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...
User Guide - Page 87
... Control Panel 24 Beats Audio hot key 24 BIOS
determining version 68 downloading an update 69 updating 68 Bluetooth device 16, 20 Bluetooth label 15 boot order, changing HP Recovery Manager 74 bottom 15 buttons left TouchPad 9 power 11 right TouchPad 9
C caps lock light, identifying 10 caring for your computer 60 charms, displaying 49 cleaning your computer 60 close an app 48 components
bottom 13...
User Guide - Page 88
... security cable lock, installing 67 security cable slot, identifying 7 security, wireless 19 selecting TouchPad gesture 30 serial number 14 service labels, locating 14 setting password protection on
wakeup 54 setup of WLAN 18 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords
64 Setup Utility (BIOS), using 68 shipping the computer 61 shutdown 59 Sleep
exiting 54 initiating 54 slots memory card reader 7 security cable...
User Guide - Page 89
software updates, installing 66 speakers
connecting 23 identifying 13, 22 Start button 47 Start menu 47 supported discs, recovery 71 system recovery 73 system restore point creating 71
T testing an AC adapter 57 testing audio features 24 touch screen gestures 44, 45
edge swipe gestures 44 one-finger slide 42 pinching 43 rotating 43 tapping 41 touch screen, using 41...
HP Spectre 13 Pro Ultrabook and HP Spectre 13 Ultrabook Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 65
...HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.
Starting Setup...
HP Spectre 13 Pro Ultrabook and HP Spectre 13 Ultrabook Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 66
... any device, cable, or cord.
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
2. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. At the download area, follow these steps:
a. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on your computer. If the update is...
HP Spectre 13 Pro Ultrabook and HP Spectre 13 Ultrabook Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 67
... a diagnostic test, press esc.
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device
NOTE: Instructions for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are provided in English only. 1. Go to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click Support & Drivers, and then click the Drivers & Downloads tab. 3. Enter the product name in the text box, and then click Go. 4. Select your computer model, and then select...
HP Spectre 13 Pro Ultrabook and HP Spectre 13 Ultrabook Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 71
..., and then select Help and Support.
Creating HP Recovery media
HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted. System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and the software programs installed at the factory, and...
HP Spectre 13 Pro Ultrabook and HP Spectre 13 Ultrabook Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 73
...; If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option.
For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 67.
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager
HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you created or by...
HP Spectre 13 Pro Ultrabook and HP Spectre 13 Ultrabook Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 74
... the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory.
The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows System Recovery and Minimized Image Recovery.
What you need to know
● 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...