HP ENVY 13 User Guide
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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Table of contents 1 Notebook tour Identifying hardware ............................................................................................................................. 1 Components ......................................................................................................................................... 1 Top components .................................................................................................................. 1 TouchPad ....................................
Connecting the adapter ..................................................................................................... 18 Troubleshooting the Voodoo Power Adapter ..................................................................... 19 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ....................................................................................................... 20 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) .............................................................
Adjusting webcam properties ............................................................................................. 37 6 Power management Setting power devices ........................................................................................................................ 39 Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 39 Initiating and exiting Sleep ..................................................................
7 Drives and external devices Drives ................................................................................................................................................. 55 Identifying installed drives .................................................................................................. 55 Handling drives .................................................................................................................. 55 Improving hard drive performance ............................
Changing the language of Setup Utility ............................................................................. 70 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility ............................................................................ 71 Displaying system information ........................................................................................... 71 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility .......................................................................... 71 Exiting Setup Utility .
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1 Notebook tour Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the System area, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.
TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. TouchPad buttons Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the button to turn the TouchPad on and off.
Lights Component (1) Description TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on. (3) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) Mute light Amber: Computer sound is off. (5) Wireless light ● Off: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
Button Component Power button Description ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.
Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with an arrow key or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows application key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor. (5) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. Front components Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound.
Right-side components Component (1) Description Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. (2) Drive light (3) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive.
Component Description (2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (3) Battery light ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged.
Component Description (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Battery bay Holds the battery. NOTE: The battery is preinstalled in the battery bay at the factory. Display components Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. Additional hardware components Component Description (1) HP USB Ethernet Adapter Connects an optional RJ-45 network cable. (2) Power cord* Connects the AC adapter.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides important information including the following: ◦ Serial number (s/n) (1). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product. ◦ Product name (2). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦ Model description (3).
2 Using HP QuickWeb software (select models only) HP QuickWeb software is an optional, instant-on environment that is separate from the Windows operating system. This allows you to rapidly access certain applications without the need to start the operating system. You will enjoy this feature if you browse the Internet, view and send e-mail, view digital photos, listen to music, or keep in touch through instant messages or Skype. QuickWeb is ready to go within seconds of pressing the power button.
3 Wireless and local area network Using wireless devices Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device—Connects the computer to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities.
Wireless (disconnected) Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that all of the wireless devices are off. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers on your computer are installed and one or more network devices are connected to the network.
Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you can use the wireless key to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Individual wireless devices can be controlled through Wireless Assistant software. Using Wireless Assistant software A wireless device can be turned on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. If a wireless device is disabled in Setup Utility, it must be reenabled in Setup Utility before it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant.
NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably. ● A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points that can accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions.
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. The common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Because wireless radio signals travel outside the network, other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected signals and either connect to your network (uninvited) or capture information being sent across it.
After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the network 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.
Identifying the adapter components Component Description (1) ● Adapter light ● AC adapter only (no RJ-45 network cable connected): ◦ Off: The light is off when the adapter is plugged into a wall outlet. ◦ Blinking: The light blinks once after approximately one minute, and then turns off. AC adapter and network (an RJ-45 network cable is connected): ◦ Off: The light is off when the adapter is plugged into a wall outlet.
4. Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack (4). 5. Turn on the computer. 6. Be sure that wireless is on (wireless light is off). After about one minute, the adapter light blinks once to signal the start of wireless broadcasting. The light then blinks periodically every few seconds until the pairing between the computer and the Voodoo Power Adapter occurs. After contact is established, the light stays on. A message may be displayed in the taskbar to confirm the status of the connection.
Using Bluetooth wireless devices A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices.
Network icon for WLAN is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. A Windows “Device not Found” error message may also be displayed. The driver must be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com: 1. Open your Web browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your country or region. 3.
WLAN connection is very weak If the connection is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN, minimize interference from other devices, as follows: ● Move your computer closer to the wireless router or access point. ● Temporarily disconnect devices such as a microwave, cordless phone, or cellular phone to be sure that other wireless devices are not interfering. If the connection does not improve, try forcing the device to reestablish all connection values: 1.
4 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the TouchPad, you can also connect an external USB mouse to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings.
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up or down on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad and drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed. Pinching Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs, images, and photos. To pinch: ● Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then pull the fingers apart to increase an object's size.
Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. NOTE: Depending on the application you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys will open a specific shortcut menu within that application. NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory.
Icon Description Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing this key alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard.
Hotkey Description Display system information. fn+esc Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number. Scroll up. fn+up arrow Scrolls the page up. Scroll down. fn+down arrow Scrolls the page down. Go home. fn+left arrow Returns the cursor to the beginning of the line where the cursor is located or returns to the beginning of the document. Go to the end. fn+right arrow Places the cursor at the end of the line or scrolls to the end of the document.
Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust, lint, and particles that can become trapped beneath the keys. A can of compressed air with a straw extension can be used to blow air around and under the keys to loosen and remove debris.
5 Multimedia Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures.
Using the media activity keys The media activity keys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD or BD that is inserted into an external optical drive (purchased separately). ● When an audio CD or a DVD is not playing, press the play/pause key (2) to play the disc. ● When an audio CD or a DVD is playing, use the following keys: ◦ To play the previous track of an audio CD or the previous chapter of a DVD, press the previous track key (1). ◦ To pause or resume playing the disc, press play/pause key (2).
Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you can enjoy music and DVD and BD movies. You can also manage and edit your photo collections. MediaSmart includes the following features: ● ● Playlist upload support: ◦ Upload your MediaSmart photo playlists to Internet photo albums, such as Snapfish. ◦ Upload your MediaSmart video playlists to YouTube. ◦ Export your MediaSmart playlist to the CyberLink DVD Suite.
Audio Your computer enables you to use a variety of audio features: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers ● Control the bass with the Beats Audio feature (fn+b) ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs ● Stream radio programs ● Create (burn) audio CDs with an optional
To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart and play back the sound. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise.
Identifying Beats Audio icons Icon Name Description Beats Audio (connected) Indicates that Beats Audio is enabled. Beats Audio (disconnected) Indicates that Beats Audio is disabled.
To connect an external monitor or projector using the HDMI to VGA Display Adapter, follow these steps: 1. Connect the HDMI to VGA Display Adapter to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect an external monitor or projector to the other end of the adapter. NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press the switch screen image key to transfer the image to the device.
To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port: 1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Press the switch screen image key on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected to the computer.
NOTE: For more information on using HP MediaSmart, click Start > Help and Support, and type MediaSmart in the Search box.
For more information about using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support.
6 Power management Setting power devices Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When Sleep is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. If the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation.
When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen.
Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. To hide or display the battery meter icon: 1. Right-click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the left side of the notification area). 2. Click Customize notification icons. 3. Under Behaviors, select Show icon and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Click OK.
Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 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).
Connecting AC power WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer). If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter.
Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power: ● The computer will not turn on. ● The display does not turn on. ● The power light is off. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from the computer. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet. 3. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on, the AC adapter is working properly.
Finding battery information in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions.
3. Raise the battery and remove it from the battery bay (2). To insert the primary battery: 1. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on the outer edge of the battery bay (1) and lower the battery into the battery bay until it is seated (2). 3. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into place. Charging a battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.
The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before turning on the computer. ● Charge the battery until the battery light turns white.
When the battery reaches a critical battery level, a notification appears above the battery meter icon that shows how much battery charge remains. NOTE: For additional information on the battery meter, refer to Using the battery meter on page 40. The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: 48 ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation.
Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery level and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power until the power light turns off. Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP. Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
Identifying the accessory battery components Component Description (1) Battery fuel gauge When pressed, the battery fuel gauge checks the amount of available battery charge. (2) Battery charge lights Show the percentage of available battery power. (3) Battery release latches ● Blinking: The accessory battery has reached a low battery level. ● One light on: The accessory battery has 25 percent remaining battery charge.
To insert the accessory battery: 1. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Align the accessory battery with the battery fuel gauge towards you and with the bottom of the computer. 3. Press the accessory battery down until it is seated (1) 4. Slide the battery release latches (2) to lock the accessory battery into place on the computer. To remove the accessory battery: 1.
3. Lift the accessory battery from the bottom of the computer (2). Battery charging and discharging sequence Battery charging and discharging sequence varies when both the primary battery and optional accessory battery are installed. ● The computer supports Fast Charge Mode (enabled at the factory). When both batteries are charging, the primary battery will charge to 90 percent before the accessory battery begins charging. Charging is then switched to the accessory battery.
Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. It is also not necessary to calibrate a new battery. ▲ To calibrate a battery and for additional information, select Start > Help and Support. Storing a battery CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time. If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately.
NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Click Start. 3. Click Shut down. If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: 54 ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
7 Drives and external devices Drives Identifying installed drives Your computer includes a hard drive (with a rotating disc) or a solid-state drive (SSD) with solid-state memory. Because it has no moving parts, an SSD does not generate as much heat as a hard drive. To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.
NOTE: It is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter on solid-state drives. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.
The icon in the Mobility Center may not show the most up-to-date status for the drive. For immediate updates after a change in status, you need to enable the notification area icon. To enable the notification area icon: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. On the Icon in System Tray row, click Show. 3. Click OK.
Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.
Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open If your optical drive is a tray load drive and the disc tray does not open, follow these steps: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc.
NOTE: You must have a network set up in order to share an optical drive; refer to Wireless and local area network on page 12 for additional information on setting up a network. NOTE: Some discs, such as DVD movies and game discs, may be copy-protected and therefore unusable through DVD or CD sharing. To share an optical drive: 1. From the computer with the optical drive you are sharing, select Start > Computer. 2. Right-click the optical drive you want to share, and click Properties. 3.
▲ To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the USB device.
● Secure Digital Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of options may be displayed.
3. Pull the digital card from the slot.
8 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because most passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place. You can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. You can also use the same password for more than one Setup Utility feature.
Password CAUTION: If you forget your power-on password, you cannot turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. NOTE: The administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password. *For details about each of these passwords, refer to the following topics. Administrator password Your administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Setup Utility. After this password is set, you must enter it each time you access Setup Utility.
Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your administrator password, and then press enter. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again. Power-on password Your power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer. After this password is set, it must be entered each time you turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation.
beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software and for purchasing extended update service are provided within the program. To view and access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security. For more information about computer viruses, type viruses in the Search box in Help and Support.
3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lock with the key. 4. Remove the key and keep it in a safe place.
A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows® operating system is not working. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences. To start Setup Utility: ▲ Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer.
Your change goes into effect immediately. Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility Because Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection are by keystroke. ● To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys. ● To choose an item in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use either the arrow keys or f5 or f6. ● To select an item, press enter. ● To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.
The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings. Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving changes. ● To exit Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display.
Select To do this Fan Always On Enabled/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on. Fast Charge Mode Enable/disable the Fast Charge Mode for the primary and accessory batteries. Action Keys Mode Enable/disable the Action Keys. Boot Options Set the following boot options: ● POST Hot Key Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the user to press hot keys in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● HP QuickWeb: ◦ Enables/disables HP QuickWeb at boot time.
Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by opening Setup Utility. To use Setup Utility for displaying BIOS information: 1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer.
BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is complete. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Double-click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update. 4. Double-click the file that has an .
B Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. HP recommends that you create recovery discs immediately after software setup. As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup.
Note the following guidelines before creating recovery discs: ● You will need high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. All these discs are purchased separately. DVDs and BDs have a much higher capacity than CDs. If you use CDs, up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs or BDs are required. NOTE: Read-write discs, such as CD-RW, DVD±RW, double-layer DVD±RW, and BD-RE (rewritable Blu-ray) discs, are not compatible with the Recovery Manager software.
3. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. 4. Save the document. ● You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, or DVD±RW. The discs you use will depend on the type of optical drive installed in your computer.
3. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to create a restore point. 5. Click Create. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. Click the System Protection tab.
NOTE: Computers with an SSD may not have a recovery partition. If the computer does not have a recovery partition, you will not be able to recover using this procedure. Recovery discs have been included for computers that do not have a partition. Use these discs to recover your operating system and software. On some models, you can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive, accessed by pressing either the Start button or f11. This restores the computer to its factory condition.
Index A AC adapter identifying 9 testing 44 AC power, connecting 43 accessory battery components 50 inserting 50 removing 50 accessory battery charge lights 50 accessory battery connector, identifying 7 accessory battery fuel gauge 50 action key mode 73 action keys adjusting volume 26 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 26 decrease screen brightness 25 Help and Support 25 identifying 5 increase screen brightness 25 muting speaker sound 26 switching screen image 26 using 25 volume 29 wireless 13, 26 administrator
Disk Cleanup software 56 Disk Defragmenter software 55 diskette drive 58 display image, switching 26 drive light 6, 56 drive media 39 drives boot order 73 connecting external 58 diskette 58 external 58 hard 58 optical 58 DVD drive 58 E encryption 16 End hotkey 27 entering a power-on password 67 entering an administrator password 67 esc key, identifying 5 external audio devices, connecting 32 external drive 58 external optical drive 31 F f11 80 fan always on 73 Fast Charge Mode 52, 73 firewall software 16, 6
primary hard disk self test 73 Product Key 10 product name and number, computer 10 programs, using 31 projector, connecting 34 multimedia software installing 31 using 31 mute key identifying 26 using 29 mute light, identifying 3 N network cable, connecting network icon 12, 21 network key 21 network security codes network key 21 SSID 21 Q QuickWeb software 11 22 O operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 10 Product Key 10 optical drive external 31 sharing 31, 59 optical drive, extern
USB hubs 60 USB ports, identifying 6, 60 using system restore 78 WLAN device 10, 12 WLAN label 10 writable media 39 V vents, identifying 6, 7 Virtualization Technology 72 volume adjust 29 keys 29 mute 29 volume keys, identifying 26 Voodoo Power Adapter connecting 18 identifying 18 re-synchronize 19 troubleshooting 19 using 17 Z zooming TouchPad gesture 24 W webcam adjusting properties 37 identifying 8 tips 37 webcam light, identifying 8 Windows application key, identifying 5 Windows logo key, identifyin
