User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Starting right
- Getting to know your computer
- Connecting to a network
- Enjoying entertainment features
- Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
- Managing power
- Initiating Sleep and Hibernation
- Using the power meter and power settings
- Selecting a power plan
- Running on battery power
- Running on external AC power
- HP CoolSense (select models only)
- Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only)
- Shutting down (turning off) the computer
- Managing and sharing information
- Maintaining your computer
- Securing your computer and information
- Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics
- Backing up, restoring, and recovering
- Specifications
- Electrostatic Discharge
- Index
Component Description
(1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(4)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
NOTE: For details about different types of USB
ports, see
Using a USB device on page 47.
(5)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers,
headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television
audio cable. Also connects an optional headset
microphone. This jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety
information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices. To access this guide, from
the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant
app, select My computer, and then select User
guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-
conductor connector that supports both audio-out
(headphone) and audio-in (microphone).
(6) HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Provides superior bass sound.
(7) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(8)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide
enhanced USB power performance.
NOTE: For details about different types of USB
ports, see
Using a USB device on page 47
(9)
USB 3.0 charging ports (2) Connects an optional USB device. The USB 3.0
charging port can also charge select models of cell
phones and MP3 players, even when the computer
is off.
NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a
USB powered port) allows you to charge connected
USB devices. Standard USB ports will not charge all
USB devices or will charge using a low current.
Some USB devices require power and require you
to use a powered port.
(10)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as
a high-definition television, any compatible digital or
audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
Using the webcam
Your computer has an integrated webcam, a powerful social networking tool that allows you to
communicate up close with friends and colleagues, next door or on the other side of the world. With
Using the webcam 21