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Index

A

AC adapter 4
action keys

decrease screen brightness

31

Help and Support 31
identifying 11
increase screen brightness 31
next track or section 32
play, pause, resume 31
previous track or section 31
switch screen image 31
volume down 32
volume mute 32
volume up 32
wireless 32

airport security devices 48
antivirus software, using 59
audio functions, checking 21
audio-in (microphone) jack 5, 20
audio-out (headphone) jack 5, 20

B

back up

personal files 66

backing up software and

information 60

backups 65
battery

conserving power 37
disposing 38
replacing 38
resolving a low battery level

38

storing 38

battery bay 12, 13
battery information, finding 37
battery power 36
battery release latch 12
battery temperature 38
best practices 1
BIOS

determining version 62
downloading an update 63
updating 62

Bluetooth device 14, 17
Bluetooth label 13
boot order

changing HP Recovery

Manager 70

buttons

left TouchPad 8
optical drive eject 4
power 10
right TouchPad 8
TouchPad on/off 8

C

cables

USB 42

caps lock light, identifying 9
caring for your computer 55
checking audio functions 21
cleaning your computer 55
components

bottom 12
display 7
front 3
left side 5
right side 4
top 8

computer reset 68
computer, traveling 38
configuring audio for HDMI 23
connecting to a WLAN 17
connector, power 4
conservation, power 37
corporate WLAN connection 17
critical battery level 38
CyberLink PowerDVD 24

D

deleted files

restoring 67

digital card

inserting 42

Digital Media Slot, identifying 5
Disk Cleanup software 51
Disk Defragmenter software 51
drive media 34

E

electrostatic discharge 72
esc key, identifying 11
external AC power, using 39
external monitor port 5, 21
external monitor port, identifying

20

F

firewall software 59
fn key, identifying 11, 32
fun things to do 1

H

hard drive bay, identifying 12
hard drive light 6
HDMI

configuring audio 23

HDMI port, connecting 22
HDMI port, identifying 5, 20
Hibernation

enabling 35
initiated during critical battery

level 38

high-definition devices,

connecting 22

hot keys

description 32
display system information 33
using 32

HP and third-party software

updates, installing 60

HP Recovery Manager 69

correcting boot problems 70
starting 69

HP Recovery media

creating 66
recovery 70

HP Recovery partition 69

recovery 69
removing 70

hubs 41

I

input power 71

Index

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Summary of Contents for CQ45-800

Page 1: ...User Guide ...

Page 2: ...tional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition September 2012 Document Part Number 697142 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on thi...

Page 3: ...other hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for ...

Page 4: ...iv Safety warning notice ...

Page 5: ...Buttons 10 Keys 11 Bottom 12 Labels 13 3 Connecting to a network 14 Connecting to a wireless network 14 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using operating system controls 14 Using a WLAN 15 Using an Internet service provider 15 Setting up a WLAN 16 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 Connecting to a WLAN 17 Using Bluetooth wireless devices select model...

Page 6: ...ad gestures 25 Tapping 26 Scrolling 26 Pinching zooming 27 Rotating select models only 27 2 finger click select models only 28 Flicking select models only 28 Edge swipes 29 Right edge swipe 29 Top edge swipe 29 Left edge swipe 30 Using the keyboard and mouse 30 Using the keys 31 Using the action keys 31 Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys 32 Using the hot keys 32 6 Managing power 34 Initiating...

Page 7: ...ting down turning off the computer 40 7 Managing and sharing information 41 Using a USB device 41 Connecting a USB device 41 Removing a USB device 42 Inserting and removing a digital storage card 42 Using optical drives 43 Inserting an optical disc 44 Removing an optical disc 45 Sharing data and drives and accessing software 46 8 Maintaining your computer 48 Improving performance 48 Handling drive...

Page 8: ... the BIOS 62 Determining the BIOS version 62 Downloading a BIOS update 63 Using System Diagnostics 63 11 Backing up restoring and recovering 65 Creating recovery media and backups 65 Creating HP Recovery media 66 Restore and recovery 67 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery 68 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 68 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager 69 What you need to know 69 Us...

Page 9: ...r with the computer hardware and software Go to Getting to know your computer on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 19 for information Update or purchase antivirus software Learn more at Using antivirus software on page 59 Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive See Backing up restoring and recovering on page 65 Fun things to do You know you can...

Page 10: ...uide select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen select My computer and then select User guides Important regulatory notices including proper battery disposal information Limited Warranty To access the warranty select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen select My computer and then select Warranty and services or go to http www hp com go orderdocuments Specific warranty...

Page 11: ...ystem and Security and then in the System area click Device Manager A list displays all the devices installed in your computer Locating software To find out what software is installed on your computer from the Start screen right click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the App bar and then click the All apps icon Front Component Description Speakers 2 Produce sound Finding your hardw...

Page 12: ...or details about different types of USB ports see Using a USB device on page 41 5 AC adapter light White The AC adapter is connected and the battery is not charged Amber The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging Off The computer is using DC power 6 Power connector Connects an AC adapter 7 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer NOTE The security cable ...

Page 13: ...s see Using a USB device on page 41 6 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone 7 Audio out headphone jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or a television audio cable WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before using headphones earbuds or a headset For ad...

Page 14: ...ter is on Blinking white The computer is in the Sleep state which is an energy saving mode The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components Off The computer is off or in Hibernation Hibernation is an energy saving mode that uses the least amount of power 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 15: ... select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps 4 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 5 WLAN antenna Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks WLANs The antenna is not visible from the outside of the computer For optimal transmission keep the area immediately around the antenna free from obstructions For wireless regulatory notices see the section of the Re...

Page 16: ...chPad is off Off The TouchPad is on 3 TouchPad zone Moves the on screen pointer and selects or activates items on the screen 4 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 5 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 17: ...ate which is an energy saving mode The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components Off The computer is off or in Hibernation Hibernation is an energy saving mode that uses the least amount of power 3 Wireless light White An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on Amber All wireless devices are off Top 9 ...

Page 18: ...nd holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer To learn more about your power settings 1 From the Start screen type power options 2 Click Settings and then select Power Options from the...

Page 19: ...combination with the fn key 2 fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key 3 Windows logo key Displays the Start screen 4 Action keys Execute frequently used system functions 5 Windows applications key Displays options for a selected object Top 11 ...

Page 20: ...he wireless and memory modules 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 ...

Page 21: ...rt The service label is affixed to the bottom of the computer Regulatory label Provides regulatory information about the computer The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay Wireless certification label or labels Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use If your comput...

Page 22: ... feet of each other For more information about wireless technology see the information and website links provided in Help and Support To access Help and Support from the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support from the list of apps Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features Wireless button wireless switch or wireless key r...

Page 23: ... and accessories and can separate critical network functions A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection a printer and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software To use the WLAN device in your computer you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure provided through a service provide...

Page 24: ...cts to the Internet disconnect the cable and access the Internet through your wireless network Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access WLANs in public areas hotspots like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security If you are concerned about the security of your computer when ...

Page 25: ...he connection is made mouse over the network status icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar to verify the name and status of the connection NOTE The functional range how far your wireless signals travel depends on WLAN implementation router manufacturer and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors Using Bluetooth wireless devi...

Page 26: ...requires an 8 pin RJ 45 network cable To connect the network cable follow these steps 1 Plug the network cable into the network jack 1 on the computer 2 Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack 2 or router NOTE If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry 3 which prevents interference from TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the ...

Page 27: ...Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer Component Description 1 Internal microphone Records sound 2 Webcam Records video and captures still photographs From the Start screen type cyberlink and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps 3 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 4 USB 2 0 ports Connect optional USB devices NOTE For details about different types of USB ports...

Page 28: ...till photos To start the webcam from the computer Start screen type cyberlink and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps For details about using the webcam go to Help and Support From the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support from the list of apps Using audio On your HP computer you can play music CDs download and listen to music stream audio content from the web incl...

Page 29: ...ve the file to the Desktop 3 Open a multimedia program and play the recording To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer 1 From the Start screen type control and then select Control Panel from the list of apps 2 Select Hardware and Sound Sound To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch str...

Page 30: ...e external device only Each time you press f4 the display state changes NOTE Adjust the screen resolution of the external device especially if you choose the Extend option From the Start screen type control and then select Control Panel from the list of apps Select Appearance and Personalization and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results Connecting an HDMI TV or monito...

Page 31: ...ype control and then select Control Panel from the list of apps Select Appearance and Personalization and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results Configuring audio settings with HDMI TV HDMI is the only video interface that supports high definition video and audio After you connect an HDMI TV to the computer you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps 1 Fro...

Page 32: ...edit your photo and video collections To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen type cyberlink and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD see the PowerDVD software Help 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features ...

Page 33: ...te the computer with simple finger movements You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings button configurations click speed and pointer options From the Start screen type control select Control Panel from the list of apps and then select Hardware and Sound Under Devices and Printers select Mouse Turning the TouchPad off or on To turn the TouchPad off or on quickly double tap the Touch...

Page 34: ...ply and then click OK Tapping To make an on screen selection use the tap function on the TouchPad Point to an item on the screen and then tap one finger on the TouchPad zone to make a selection Double tap an item to open it NOTE Press and hold your finger on the TouchPad to open a help screen that provides information about the selected item Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up down or side...

Page 35: ...rt on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers together Rotating select models only Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos Point to an object then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in the TouchPad zone Using your right hand slide your forefinger in a sweeping motion from 12 o clock to 3 o clock To reverse the rotation move your forefinger from 3 o clock to 12 o clock Using To...

Page 36: ...ject on the screen Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for the selected object Flicking select models only Flicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents Place three fingers on the TouchPad zone and flick your fingers in a light quick motion up down left or right 28 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures pointing de...

Page 37: ...share start apps access devices or change settings Slide your finger gently from the right edge to display the charms Top edge swipe The top edge swipe allows you to open apps available on the Start screen IMPORTANT When an app is active the top edge gesture varies depending on the app Slide your finger gently from the top edge to display available apps Using TouchPad gestures 29 ...

Page 38: ...switch between apps Using the keyboard and mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type select items scroll and to perform the same functions you do by using touch gestures The keyboard also allows you to use action keys and hot keys to perform specific functions 30 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures pointing devices and the keyboard ...

Page 39: ...ombination with the appropriate action key CAUTION Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support which provides tutorials information about the Windows operating system and your computer answers to questions and updates to your computer Help and Support also provides automated troubleshoo...

Page 40: ...in combination with the key to perform the action For additional information on Windows 8 shortcut keys go to Help and Support From the Start screen type help and then select Help and Support Shortcut key Key Description Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Desktop Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen c Opens the charms d Opens the Desktop tab Switches betwe...

Page 41: ...Function Hot key Description Display system information fn esc Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number Using the keyboard and mouse 33 ...

Page 42: ...lly For more information see Initiating and exiting Sleep on page 34 Hibernation The Hibernation state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level In the Hibernation state your work is saved to a hibernation file and the computer powers down NOTE If you want to initiate Hibernation manually you must enable Hibernation using Power Options in Windows Control Panel For more inf...

Page 43: ...n on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when exiting Sleep or Hibernation follow these steps 1 On the Start screen type power select Settings and then select Power Options from the list of apps 2 In the left pane click Require a password on wakeup 3 Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable 4 Click Require a password recommended NOTE If you need to create a user account...

Page 44: ...he computer and the computer is not plugged into external power the computer runs on battery power If the computer has a charged battery installed and the AC adapter is disconnected from the computer the computer automatically switches to battery power and the display brightness decreases to conserve battery life The battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and unplugged ...

Page 45: ...screen and then select Battery and performance Conserving battery power Use the following tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life Lower the brightness on the display Select the Power saver setting in Power Options Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them Disconnect unused external devices t...

Page 46: ...e AC adapter to the computer and to external power 2 Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button Storing a user replaceable battery CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to a battery do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time If your computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks remove the battery and store it separately in a cool dry plac...

Page 47: ...rcraft When charging or calibrating a battery When installing or modifying system software When writing information to a disc select models only When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives When performing a backup or recovery When you connect the computer to external power The battery begins to charge The display brightness increases The power meter icon on the Desktop ch...

Page 48: ...When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video port When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer with the power button the recommended procedure is to use the Windows Shut down command NOTE If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation you must first exit S...

Page 49: ...hat must be installed NOTE For information about connecting external wireless devices see Connecting to a network on page 14 NOTE For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use see the manufacturer s instructions Using a USB device Most computers have more than one USB port because this versatile interface allows you to connect to numerous kinds of ...

Page 50: ... device CAUTION To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system use the following procedure to safely remove the USB device 1 Save your information and close all programs associated with the device 2 From the Desktop click the hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar A message Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media displays Follow the on screen ins...

Page 51: ...skbar Then follow the on screen instructions 3 Press in on the card 1 and then remove it from the slot 2 NOTE If the card is not ejected pull the card out of the slot Using optical drives An optical disc drive uses laser light to read or store large amounts of information Some drives can only read information but others can also write burn information onto a blank disc Use these tips for best perf...

Page 52: ...imes to the disc Information on the disc can be erased The DVDs can be used in DVD R drives BD a Blu ray Disc holds more information than the other optical discs and they can be used to record rewrite and play back high definition HD video Note the following when using BDs CyberLink PowerDVD is installed on the computer to play BD movies select models only Playing most BD movie titles on an extern...

Page 53: ...sc 3 down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place 6 Close the disc tray NOTE After you insert a disc a short pause is normal If you have not selected a media player an AutoPlay dialog box opens It prompts you to select how you want to use the media content Removing an optical disc 1 Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the disc tray and then gently pull out the tr...

Page 54: ...vie or game is copy protected it cannot be shared To share folders or libraries on the same network 1 On the Desktop open File Explorer 2 Click the Share tab on the Libraries window and then click Specific people 3 Type a name in the File Sharing box and then click Add 4 Click Share and then follow the on screen instructions To share information from your Local DisK 1 On the Desktop open File Expl...

Page 55: ...your active networks select an active network 4 Select Change advanced sharing settings to set sharing options for privacy network discovery file and printer sharing or other network options Using optical drives 47 ...

Page 56: ... pins on a removable drive or on the computer Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay When the battery is the only source of power be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media If a drive must be mailed place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic...

Page 57: ...computer 2 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 3 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 4 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 5 Remove the battery from the computer NOTE To access the hard drive cover screw you must first remove the wireless and memory module compartment cover Remove the wireless and memory module compartment cover Loosen the wireless and memory...

Page 58: ...Lift the hard drive 2 out of the hard drive bay NOTE After removing the hard drive from the computer you must remove the hard drive bracket to access the hard drive itself 4 Turn over the hard drive then disconnect the hard drive cable 1 from the hard drive 5 Pull the sides of the hard drive bracket 2 out and away from the hard drive 50 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer ...

Page 59: ...ter it works without supervision However depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files Disk Defragmenter may take more than an hour to complete HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at least once a month You may set Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly schedule but you can defragment your computer manually at any time To run Disk Defragmenter 1 Connect the comp...

Page 60: ...ic shock and damage to the equipment unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module CAUTION Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning any procedure ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object NOTE To use a dual channel configuration with a second memory module be sure that both memory...

Page 61: ... 1 on each side of the memory module The memory module tilts up b Grasp the edge of the memory module 2 and then gently pull the module out of the memory module slot CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container Improving pe...

Page 62: ...ips snap into place CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module be sure that you do not bend the module 9 Replace the wireless and memory module compartment cover 10 Replace the battery 11 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 12 Turn on the computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regula...

Page 63: ...e cover of the computer use a circular motion to aid in removing dirt and debris Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard CAUTION Never allow liquids to drip between the keys on the keyboard even when you are cleaning the computer This can permanently damage internal components To clean and disinfect the TouchPad and keyboard use a soft microfiber cloth or a static free cloth without oil such as a chamo...

Page 64: ...will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks remove the battery and store it separately If you are shipping the computer or a drive use suitable protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE If the computer has a wireless device installed the use of these devices may be restricted in some environments Such restrictions may apply onboard aircraft in hospitals near ...

Page 65: ...f the computer Security cable lock Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information and to protect online transactions Several types of passwords can be set For example when you set up your computer for the first time you were asked to create a user password to secure your computer Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in the HP Setup ...

Page 66: ...assword can be used in place of the power on password NOTE Your administrator password is not interchangeable with an administrator password set in Windows nor is it displayed as it is set entered changed or deleted NOTE If you enter the power on password at the first password check you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility BIOS Power on password Must be entered each time y...

Page 67: ...ent unauthorized access to a system or network A firewall can be software you install on your computer and or network or it can be a combination of both hardware and software There are two types of firewalls to consider Host based firewalls Software that protects only the computer it is installed on Network based firewalls Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network to protect ...

Page 68: ...prove functionality of the software Securing your wireless network When you set up your wireless network always enable security features For more information see Protecting your WLAN on page 16 Backing up your software applications and information Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software...

Page 69: ...t the security cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer 3 and then lock the security cable lock with the key 4 Remove the key and keep it in a safe place Using an optional security cable lock 61 ...

Page 70: ...the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs Some download packages contain a file named Readme txt which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than thos...

Page 71: ...ollow the on screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive If the update is more recent than your BIOS make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update NOTE If you connect your computer to a network consult the network administrator before installing any softw...

Page 72: ...er quickly press esc and then press f2 2 Click the diagnostic test you want to run and then follow the on screen instructions NOTE If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is running press esc 64 Chapter 10 Using Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics ...

Page 73: ...are but not other software applications Factory Reset Restores the computer to the state its original factory state by deleting all information from the hard drive and re creating the partitions Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory See Creating HP Recovery media on page 66 2 As you add hardware and software programs create system restore points...

Page 74: ...layer DVD RW or BD RE rewritable Blu ray discs they are not compatible with HP Recovery Manager software Or instead you can use a high quality blank USB flash drive If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive with DVD writer capability but you would like to create DVD recovery media you can use an external optical drive purchased separately to create recovery discs or you can obt...

Page 75: ...ur personal information settings or apps that came preinstalled on your computer or were purchased from the Windows Store consider using Windows Refresh This option does not require backing up data to another drive See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on page 68 If you want to reset your computer to its original state Windows provides an easy way to remove all personal data apps a...

Page 76: ...f the screen and then select General from the PC settings screen 4 Under Refresh your PC without affecting your files select Get started and follow the on screen instructions Remove everything and reinstall Windows Sometimes you want to perform detailed reformatting of your computer or you want to remove personal information before you give away or recycle your computer The process described in th...

Page 77: ... computer you must either download the software from the manufacturer s website or reinstall the software from the media provided by the manufacturer Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options you must use HP Recovery media If th...

Page 78: ...tartup information You can change the selection for an optical drive or a USB flash drive To change the boot order 1 Insert the HP Recovery media you created 2 Restart the computer 3 Press and hold esc while the computer is restarting and then press f9 for boot options 4 Select the optical drive or USB flash drive you want to boot from 5 Follow the on screen instructions Removing the HP Recovery p...

Page 79: ...tage and current varies by platform Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 18 5 V dc 3 5 A or 19 5 V dc 3 33 A 65 W 19 V dc 4 74 A or 19 5 V dc 4 62 A 90 W DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms NOTE The computer operating voltage and current can be found on the system regulatory...

Page 80: ...instructions direct you to unplug the computer unplug it after being properly grounded and before removing a cover Keep components in their electrostatic safe containers until you are ready to install them Avoid touching pins leads and circuitry Handle electronic components as little as possible Use nonmagnetic tools Before handling components discharge static electricity by touching an unpainted ...

Page 81: ...er 55 checking audio functions 21 cleaning your computer 55 components bottom 12 display 7 front 3 left side 5 right side 4 top 8 computer reset 68 computer traveling 38 configuring audio for HDMI 23 connecting to a WLAN 17 connector power 4 conservation power 37 corporate WLAN connection 17 critical battery level 38 CyberLink PowerDVD 24 D deleted files restoring 67 digital card inserting 42 Digi...

Page 82: ...ve light identifying 4 optical drive identifying 4 19 original system recovery 69 P passwords Setup Utility BIOS 58 Windows 58 pinching TouchPad gesture 27 ports external monitor 5 20 21 HDMI 5 20 22 USB 4 5 19 VGA 21 power battery 36 conserving 37 power button identifying 10 power connector identifying 4 power lights identifying 6 9 power meter 35 power settings 35 PowerDVD 24 product name and nu...

Page 83: ... external AC power 39 using passwords 57 using the power meter and power settings 35 V vents identifying 5 12 VGA port connecting 21 video 21 W webcam 20 webcam light identifying 7 19 webcam identifying 7 19 Windows backup 66 File History 66 67 Refresh 67 68 reinstall 67 68 remove everything and reinstall option 68 reset 68 restoring files 67 system restore point 65 67 Windows applications key ide...

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