Hewlett-Packard ElitePad 900 G1 Instruction Manual

User Guide

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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

First Edition: December 2012

Document Part Number: 698485-001

Product notice

This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your tablet.

To obtain the latest information in this guide, contact support. For U.S. support, go to

http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For

worldwide support, go to

http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html.

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 Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase.

For any further information or to request a full refund of the computer, please contact your local point of sale (the seller).

Safety warning notice

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating, do not allow the AC

adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The tablet and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

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Table of contents

1 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1

Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2

2 Getting to know your tablet ........................................................................................................................... 4

Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 4

Rear ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Bottom .................................................................................................................................................. 8

Locating system information ................................................................................................................. 8

Changing your tablet's settings ............................................................................................................ 8

Changing your tablet's view ................................................................................................. 8

Using the tablet's autorotate lock feature ............................................................ 9

Adjusting your tablet's screen brightness ............................................................ 9

Finding your hardware and software information ................................................................................. 9

Locating hardware ............................................................................................................... 9

Locating software ................................................................................................................. 9

Updating the software installed on the tablet ....................................................................... 9

3 Connecting to a network .............................................................................................................................. 11

Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 11

Using the wireless controls ................................................................................................ 11

Using a WLAN ................................................................................................................... 11

Using an Internet service provider .................................................................... 12

Setting up a WLAN ............................................................................................ 12

Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 12

Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 13

Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 13

Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) ............................................................ 14

Inserting and removing a SIM ........................................................................... 14

Using GPS (select models only) ........................................................................................ 15

Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...................................................................................... 16

4 Navigating using touch gestures ................................................................................................................ 17

Using touch screen gestures .............................................................................................................. 17

One-finger slide ................................................................................................................. 17

Tapping .............................................................................................................................. 17

Scrolling ............................................................................................................................. 18

Pinching/stretching ............................................................................................................ 18

Rotating (select models only) ............................................................................................ 19

Edge swipes ...................................................................................................................... 19

Right-edge swipe .............................................................................................. 19

Left-edge swipe ................................................................................................. 20

Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe .......................................................... 20

Using the on-screen keyboard ........................................................................................................... 21

Using the digital pen (select models only) .......................................................................................... 22

5 Multimedia ..................................................................................................................................................... 24

Audio .................................................................................................................................................. 24

Adjusting the volume ......................................................................................................... 24

Connecting headphones .................................................................................................... 24

Checking audio functions on the tablet .............................................................................. 24

Webcam ............................................................................................................................................. 25

6 Power management ...................................................................................................................................... 26

Shutting down the tablet ..................................................................................................................... 26

Setting power options ......................................................................................................................... 26

Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 26

Initiating and exiting Sleep ................................................................................ 26

Using the power meter and power settings ....................................................... 27

Setting password protection on wakeup ........................................................... 27

Using battery power ........................................................................................................... 27

Factory-sealed battery ...................................................................................... 27

Finding additional battery information ............................................................... 28

Using Battery Check ......................................................................................... 28

Displaying the remaining battery charge ........................................................... 28

Maximizing battery discharge time .................................................................... 28

Managing low battery levels .............................................................................. 28

Identifying low battery levels ............................................................. 28

Resolving a low battery level ............................................................ 29

Conserving battery power ................................................................................. 29

Using external AC power ................................................................................................... 29

7 External cards and devices .......................................................................................................................... 31

Using digital storage cards ................................................................................................................. 31

Inserting a digital card ........................................................................................................ 31

Removing a digital card ..................................................................................................... 31

8 Security .......................................................................................................................................................... 33

Protecting the tablet ........................................................................................................................... 33

Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 33

Setting passwords in Windows .......................................................................................... 34

Setting passwords in HP BIOS Settings ............................................................................ 34

Using antivirus software ..................................................................................................................... 34

Using firewall software ....................................................................................................................... 34

Installing critical security updates ....................................................................................................... 35

Using HP Client Security .................................................................................................................... 35

9 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 36

Cleaning your tablet ........................................................................................................................... 36

Cleaning products .............................................................................................................. 36

Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 36

Cleaning the display .......................................................................................... 36

Cleaning the sides and cover ............................................................................ 36

Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 37

Using SoftPaq Download Manager .................................................................................................... 37

10 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................. 38

Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 38

Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 39

Using f11 recovery tools .................................................................................................... 39

Changing the boot device order ......................................................................................... 39

Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery ....................................................... 40

Remove everything and reinstall Windows ........................................................................ 40

11 HP BIOS Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 42

Using HP BIOS Settings ..................................................................................................................... 42

Starting HP BIOS Settings ................................................................................................. 42

View Information ............................................................................................... 42

BIOS Settings .................................................................................................... 42

Boot options ...................................................................................... 42

Device configurations ....................................................................... 42

BIOS Password ................................................................................ 43

Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................. 43

Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................... 43

12 Support ........................................................................................................................................................ 44

Contacting support ............................................................................................................................. 44

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13 Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 45

Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 45

Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 45

Appendix A Traveling with the tablet ............................................................................................................. 46

Appendix B Electrostatic discharge .............................................................................................................. 47

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 48

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1Welcome

After you set up and register the tablet, it is important to take the following steps:

Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows®

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features.

Connect to the Internet—Set up your wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet.

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For more information, see

Update your antivirus software—Protect your tablet from damage caused by viruses. The

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software is preinstalled on the tablet. For more information, see

on page 34.

Connecting to a network on page 11.

Using antivirus software

Get to know your tablet—Learn about your tablet features. Refer to

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on page 4 and Navigating using touch gestures on page 17 for additional information.

Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the tablet:

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On the Start screen, swipe from the top of the touch screen to display the App commands, and then tap the All apps icon. For details about using the software included with the tablet, see the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.

Back up your hard drive by creating a recovery flash drive. See

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on page 38.

Getting to know your tablet

Backup and recovery

Finding information

The tablet comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.

Resources For information about

Setup Instructions poster

Windows 8 Basics guide Overview of using and navigating with Windows® 8.

HP Support Assistant

To access HP Support Assistant on the Start screen, tap the HP Support Assistant app.

To obtain the latest information in this guide, contact support. For U.S. support, go to

contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html.

Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices

To access the user guides, tap the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, tap My computer, and then tap User guides.

Safety & Comfort Guide

To access the user guides, tap the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, tap My computer,

and then tap User guides.

– or –

Go to

http://www.hp.com/ergo.

http://www.hp.com/go/

How to set up the tablet

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Help to identify tablet components

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Operating system information

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Software, driver, and BIOS updates

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Troubleshooting tools

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How to access support

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Regulatory and safety information

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Environmental information

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Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits

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Electrical and mechanical safety information

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Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet

This booklet is provided with your tablet.

HP website

To obtain the latest information in this guide, contact support. For U.S. support, go to

contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html.

http://www.hp.com/go/

HP support telephone numbers

● Support information

Ordering parts and finding additional help

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Accessories available for the device

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Resources For information about

Limited Warranty*

To access this guide, tap the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, tap My computer, and then tap Warranty and services.

– or –

Go to

http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.

*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your tablet and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed copy from

http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:

North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA

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Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy

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Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507

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When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product number, warranty period (found on your service label), name, and postal address.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. support, go to

contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.

Warranty information

http://www.hp.com/go/

Finding information 3

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Front

Component Description

(1) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

(2) Front webcam Records video and captures still photographs.

(3) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

(4) Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the display

(5) Webcam status light (front) On: The webcam is on.

(6) Windows button Displays the Start screen.

*The antennas are not visible on the outside of the tablet. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. To access the user guides, tap the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, tap My computer, and then tap User guides.

wide area networks (WWAN).

To use the webcam, tap the YouCam tile on the Start screen, or swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. In the search box, type c, and then tap CyberLink YouCam.

local area networks (WLAN).

brightness based on the lighting conditions in your environment.

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Rear

Component Description

(1) Micro SD Card Reader/Micro SIM slot access

hole

(2)

(3)

(4) Rear webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and

(5) Webcam flash light (rear) Provides flash lighting for the camera.

(6)

Micro SD Card Reader/Micro SIM slot Supports a micro SD High Capacity (SDHC)

Near Field Communications (NFC) tapping area Allows you to touch an NFC-compatible device to

Volume up button To increase speaker volume, press the top edge

Allows you to insert the end of a paper clip to open the access door to insert or remove a micro SD card or micro SIM module.

memory card or an optional wireless micro subscriber identity module (SIM) (select models only).

this area to wirelessly connect and communicate with the tablet and transfer data back and forth.

allows video conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.

of the button.

Rear 5

(7) Volume down button To decrease speaker volume, press the bottom

(8) Regulatory information Displays regulatory information (select models

edge of the button.

only). See

on page 8.

Locating system information

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Top

Component Description

(1)

(2)

(3)

Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack

Autorotate switch When the tablet is on, slide the autorotate switch to lock

Integrated microphones (2) Record sound.

Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional headset microphone.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust

the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access the user guides, tap the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, tap My computer, and then tap User guides.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the tablet

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).

the autorotate feature of the display. To unlock the autorotate feature, slide the switch again.

– or –

Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, tap Settings, tap the screen icon, and then tap the autorotate icon. To unlock the autorotate feature, tap the autorotate icon again.

(4)

Power button ● When the tablet is off, press the button to turn on the

tablet.

When the tablet is on, press the button briefly to

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initiate Sleep.

● When the tablet is in the Sleep state, press the button

briefly to exit Sleep.

CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button

will result in the loss of unsaved information.

If the tablet has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the tablet.

Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. In the search box, type power, tap Settings, and then tap Power Options, or see

Power management on page 26.

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Bottom

Component Description

(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

(2) Product and regulatory information Displays product and regulatory information (select

models only). See

on page 8

Locating system information

(3)

Docking connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional docking

Locating system information

Important system information is located on the bottom edge or the rear of the tablet (select models only). You may need the information when travelling internationally or when you contact support:

Serial number

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Product number

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Regulatory information

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To display system information in Windows, see

View Information on page 42.

Changing your tablet's settings

You can change view and screen brightness.

Changing your tablet's view

device.

Your tablet's orientation, or view, changes automatically from landscape to portrait view, or from portrait to landscape view.

1. To change the view of your tablet from landscape view to portrait view:

Hold the tablet vertically, and then turn it 90 degrees to the right (in a clockwise direction).

2. To change the view of your tablet from portrait view to landscape view:

Hold the tablet vertically, and then turn it 90 degrees to the left (in a counter-clockwise direction).

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Using the tablet's autorotate lock feature

To turn on your tablet's autorotate lock feature:

▲ Slide the autorotate switch on the top edge of the tablet.

– or –

1. Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, and then tap Settings.

2. Tap the screen icon to lock your current tablet screen in place and to prevent rotation. The icon

displays a lock symbol when the autorotate lock is active.

To turn off your tablet's autorotate lock feature:

Slide the autorotate switch on the top edge of the tablet again.

▲

– or –

1. Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, and then tap Settings.

2. Tap the Screen icon at the bottom right, and then tap the autorotate lock icon again.

Adjusting your tablet's screen brightness

To adjust the screen brightness:

1. Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, and then tap Settings.

2. Tap the Screen icon at the bottom right. A vertical slider displays that controls the screen

brightness.

NOTE: On the Windows desktop, you can also tap the Power Meter icon in the notification area at

the far right of the taskbar, tap Adjust screen brightness, and then move the slider next to Screen brightness at the bottom of the screen.

Finding your hardware and software information

Locating hardware

To find out what hardware is installed on your tablet:

1. Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap

the search box.

2. In the search box, type c, and then tap Control Panel.

3. Tap System and Security, tap System, and then tap Device Manager.

A list displays all the devices installed on your tablet.

Locating software

To find out what software is installed on your tablet, on the Start screen, swipe from the top or

▲

bottom of the touch screen to display the App commands, and then tap the All apps icon.

Updating the software installed on the tablet

Most software, including the operating system, is updated frequently by the manufacturer or provider. Important updates to the software included with the tablet may have been released since the tablet left the factory.

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Some updates may affect the way the tablet responds to optional software or external devices. Many updates provide security enhancements.

Update the operating system and other software installed on the tablet as soon as the tablet is connected to the Internet. Access the updates on the HP website at

http://www.hp.com.

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