Owner's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Getting started
- Getting to know your computer
- Connecting to a network
- Enjoying entertainment features
- Using the camera
- Using audio
- Using video
- Connecting a DisplayPort device using a USB Type-C cable (select products only)
- Connecting a Thunderbolt device using a USB Type-C cable (select products only)
- Connecting video devices by using a VGA cable (select products only)
- Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select products only)
- Connecting digital display devices using a Dual-Mode DisplayPort cable (select products only)
- Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select products only)
- Using data transfer
- Navigating the screen
- Maintaining your computer
- Securing your computer and information
- Troubleshooting
- Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics
- Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only)
- Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI
- Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only)
- Backing up, restoring, and recovering
- Operating specifications
- Electrostatic discharge
- Accessibility
- Support information
- Index
Getting started1
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to
learn about best practices after you set up your computer, fun things to do with your computer, caring for your
safety and comfort, and where to nd additional HP resources.
Best practices
After you set up and register the computer, HP recommends the following steps to get the most out of your
smart investment.
● Back up your hard drive by creating recovery media. See Backing up, restoring, and recovering on page
44.
● If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in Connecting to a
network on page 9.
● Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. For more information, see Getting to know
your computer on page 5 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 13.
● Access HP Support Assistant app—For quick online support, open the HP Support Assistant app (select
products only). HP Support Assistant optimizes computer performance and resolves problems using the
latest software updates, diagnostic tools, and guided assistance. Type support in the taskbar search
box, and then select HP Support Assistant. Then select Support.
Caring for your safety and comfort
HP is committed to providing high-quality products that will last for years to come. HP is also concerned about
your safety and comfort. To avoid eye strain and to relax muscle tension and fatigue, take a break every hour
when using your computer.
1. Let your arms relax at your side.
2. Bend your head forward slightly to stretch the neck.
3. Hold for 5 seconds.
4. Keep your arms relaxed at your side.
5. Turn your head to one side and hold for 5 seconds.
6. Repeat for the other side.
7. Keep your arms relaxed at your side.
8. While looking forward, lean your head toward your right shoulder and hold for 5 seconds.
9. Look down as you slowly move your head to center. Roll your head toward your left shoulder while still
looking forward.
10. Repeat for the other side.
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