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First Edition: February 2015
Document Part Number: 799099-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common
to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions
of Windows 8. This computer may require
upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full
advantage of Windows 8 functionality. See for
http://www.microsoft.com details.
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft
surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device 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).
Left side ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................. 12
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 13
Locating the serial number, product number, and model number .................................................................... 13
Computer major components ............................................................................................................................. 14
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 17
4 Removal and replacement preliminary requirements ..................................................................................... 19
Service considerations ........................................................................................................................................ 19
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 19
Fan ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29
System board ....................................................................................................................................................... 33
Audio jack board .................................................................................................................................................. 42
Power connector cable ........................................................................................................................................ 43
6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) – Windows 8 .......................................................................................................... 44
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................................................................ 44
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 44
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 45
7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) – Windows 8 .................................................................................... 46
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 47
8 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) – Windows 7 ................................................ 48
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................................................................ 48
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 48
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 49
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .......................................................................................................... 50
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................. 51
10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering – Windows 8 ...................................................................................... 53
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 53
Creating HP Recovery media (select models only) ........................................................................... 54
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 55
Restore and recovery .......................................................................................................................................... 55
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager .......................................................................................... 56
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................ 56
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) .................................................. 56
Using HP Recovery media to recover ............................................................................. 57
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 57
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only) ........................................... 57
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11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering – Windows 7 ...................................................................................... 58
Creating recovery media to recover the original system ................................................................. 58
What you need to know .................................................................................................. 58
Creating the recovery media ........................................................................ 59
Creating system restore points ........................................................................................................ 59
What you need to know .................................................................................................. 59
Creating a system restore point ..................................................................................... 59
Backing up system and personal information .................................................................................. 60
Tips for a successful backup ........................................................................................... 60
What you need to know .................................................................................................. 60
Creating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................ 61
Restore and recovery .......................................................................................................................................... 61
Restoring to a previous system restore point .................................................................................. 61
Restoring specific files ...................................................................................................................... 61
Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore ......................................... 61
Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager .......................................................... 62
What you need to know .................................................................................................. 62
Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only) ...................................... 62
Recovering using the recovery media ............................................................................ 63
Changing the computer boot order .............................................................. 63
12 Statement of Volatility .............................................................................................................................. 64
Questions and answers ....................................................................................................................................... 68
13 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 70
Requirements for all countries ........................................................................................................................... 70
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................................... 70
Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 73
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1Product description
CategoryDescriptionHP Spectre x360
Convertible PC
Product NameHP Spectre x360 Convertible PC×
HP Spectre Pro x360
Convertible PC
Processor
●
Intel® Core™ i7-5600U 2.60GHz (SC turbo up to 3.00-GHz)
processor (1600-MHz FSB,
4.00-MB L2 cache, dual core,
15 W)
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Intel Core i7-5500U 2.40-GHz
(SC turbo up to 3.00-GHz)
processor (1600-MHz FSB,
4.00-MB L2 cache, dual core,
15 W)
●
Intel Core i5-5300U 2.30-GHz
(SC turbo up to 2.90-GHz)
processor (1600-MHz FSB,
3.00-MB L2 cache, dual core,
15 W)
●
Intel Core i5-5200U 2.20-GHz
(SC turbo up to 2.70-GHz)
processor (1600-MHz FSB,
4.00-MB L2 cache, dual core,
15 W)
×
×
×
××
HP Spectre Pro x360
Convertible PC
×
ChipsetIntel processor controller
hub (PCH)
GraphicsInternal Graphics: Intel HD
Graphics 5500
Support for HD decode, DX12,
and HDMI
Panel13.3-in (2560×1440), BrightView,
quad high-definition (QHD), whitelight emitting (WLED), UWVA,
TouchScreen with flush glass and
MultiTouch enabled; eDP1.3+PSR
at 72% Color Gamut (CG), 16:9
ultra-wide aspect ratio; typical
brightness: 340 nits, (2.55-mm)
13.3-in (1920×1080), BrightView,
full high-definition (fHD), WLED,
UWVA, TouchScreen with flush
glass and MultiTouch enabled;
eDP1.2 at 72% Color Gamut (CG),
16:9 ultra-wide aspect ratio;
typical brightness: 340 nits, (2.85mm)
××
××
××
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CategoryDescriptionHP Spectre x360
Convertible PC
HP Spectre Pro x360
Convertible PC
MemorySupport for LPDDR3-1600
Primary storageSupport for single PCIe / SATA M2
Support for single PCIe / SATA M2
dual channel
Supports 8192-MB (256MB×4×16×4PCs) and 4096-MB
(128-MB×2×32×4PCs)
configurations
solid-state drive configuration as
storage (scope M2 2260/2280 DS
solid-state drive)
in the following configurations:
××
fixed (no tilt), with activity light,
1920×1080 by 30 frames
per second
Dual array digital microphones
with appropriate beam-forming,
echo-cancellation, noisesuppression software
Support for voice recognition
HD Audio (Realtek ALC3242)
Two speakers
××
network (WLAN) options by way
of wireless module
Two built-in WLAN antennas
(in display assembly)
Support for Miracast and Intel
WiDi Pro
CategoryDescriptionHP Spectre x360
Convertible PC
HP Spectre Pro x360
Convertible PC
Wireless (continued)Support for the following
External media cardsHP multiformat Micro Digital Media
Ports
WLAN modules:
●
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC
7265 802.11 ac 2×2 WiFi +
Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter
●
Intel Dual Band Wireless-N
7265BN 802.11 b/g/n 2×2
WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0
Combo Adapter
●
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC
7265 802.11 ac 2×2 WiFi + BT
4.0 Combo Adapter
●
Intel Dual Band Wireless-N
7265BN 802.11 a/b/g/n 2×2
WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0
Combo Adapter
Reader Slot with push-push
technology. Reads data from and
writes data to digital memory
cards such as Secure Digital (SD).
●
AC adapter HP Smart plug
(4.5-mm barrel)
●
Audio: one combo audio-out
(headphone)/audio-in
(microphone) jack, supports
jack auto-detection
●
DisplayPort 1.2
●
High-definition multimedia
interface (HDMI) v.1.4b,
supporting up to 1920×1200
at 60 Hz
●
USB 3.0 (2)
×
×
×
×
××
××
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Power requirementsSupport for 65-W HP Smart
Full-size, backlight, island-style
keyboard
Touchpad requirements:
●
ClickPad with imaging sensor
●
Multi-touch gestures enabled
●
Taps enabled as default
●
Support for Microsoft®
Windows® 8 modern
TrackPad gestures, drivers
for Windows 7 Professional
adapter (non-PFC, EM, 3-wire, 4.5mm) and 45-W HP Smart adapter
(non-PFC, RC, 3-wire, 4.5-mm)
××
××
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CategoryDescriptionHP Spectre x360
Convertible PC
HP Spectre Pro x360
Convertible PC
Power requirements
(continued)
SecuritySupport for Trusted Platform
Operating systemPreinstalled: Windows 8.1×
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Support for a 3-cell, 56-WHr, 4.96AHr, Li-ion battery (includes cable)
Module 1.2 (TPM)
●
Windows 8.1 Chinese 64-bit
(only available with PRC
Country Loc)
●
Windows 8.1 Emerging
Markets 64-bit (available only
in Africa-English, Asia-Pacific,
Russia, Saudi Arabia,
and Turkey)
●
Windows 8.1 Multilanguage
64-bit
●
Windows 8.1 Professional 64bit
●
Windows 8.1 Professional 64bit Education
●
Windows 7 Professional 64bit
Certified: Microsoft WHQL
Web-only support:
●
Windows 8 Chinese 64-bit
●
Windows 8 Emerging Markets
64-bit
●
Windows 8 Multilanguage 64bit
●
Windows 8 Professional 64bit
●
Windows 7 Enterprise 64-bit
●
Windows 7 Enterprise 32-bit
●
Windows 7 Professional 64bit
××
××
×
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable part:
4Chapter 1 Product description
××
AC adapter
2External component identification
Locating hardware
To find out what hardware is installed on your computer:
1.From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start button, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select System and Security, select System, and then click Device Manager in the left column.
A list displays all the devices installed on your computer.
For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn+esc.
Locating software
To find out what software is installed on your computer:
▲
From the Start screen, click the down arrow in the lower-left corner of the screen.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.
Locating hardware5
Display
ItemComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with
WLANs.
(2)Internal microphonesRecord sound.
(3)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(4)WebcamRecords video and captures photographs. Some models
allow you to video conference and chat online using
streaming video.
To use the webcam:
▲
From the Start screen, type camera, and then select
Camera from the list of applications.
(5)Internal display switchTurns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display
is closed while the power is on.
NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible
from the outside of the computer.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
To access this document:
From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
6Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
ItemComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the esc key.
(3)Windows keyReturns you to the Start screen from an open app
or the Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you
to the previous screen.
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
NOTE: The f5 action key turns the radiance backlight
keyboard feature off or on.
(5)Windows applications keyDisplays options for a selected object.
Keys7
Lights
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all
capital letters.
(2)Mute light
Speakers
ComponentDescription
SpeakersProduce sound.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
TouchPad
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneReads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
(2)TouchPad left buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)TouchPad right buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
items on the screen.
TouchPad9
Left side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)AC adapter/battery light
(3)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(4)USB 3.0 charging (powered) portConnects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
●
Solid white: The computer is connected to external
power and the battery is fully charged.
●
Solid amber: The computer is connected to
external power and the battery is charged from 0 to
99 percent.
●
Slowly blinking white: A battery that is the only
available power source has reached a low battery
level. Less than 12 percent of the battery life is left.
●
Quickly blinking white: A battery that is the only
available power source has reached a critical battery
level. Less than 7 percent of the battery life is left.
●
Off: The computer is running on a battery
as the power source.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It
is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
routine operation.
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
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.
NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select
models of cell phones and MP3 players, even
when the computer is off.
(5)Power button
10Chapter 2 External component identification
●
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.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
ItemComponentDescription
(5)Power button (continued)If the computer has stopped responding and 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, see your
power options.
▲
From the Start screen, type power, select Power and
sleep settings, and then select Power and sleep
from the list of applications.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start
button, and then select Power Options.
(6)Power light
(7)Memory card readerReads optional memory cards that enable you to store,
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving state. The computer shuts off power
to the display and other components.
●
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount
of power.
manage, share or access information.
To insert a card:
▲
Hold the card label-side up, with connectors
facing the slot, insert the card into the slot, and then
push in on the card until it is firmly seated.
To remove a card:
▲
Press in on the card it until it pops out.
Left side11
Right side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Windows buttonReturns you to the Start screen from an open app
(2)Volume buttonControls speaker volume.
(3)Mini DisplayPortConnects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
(4)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
or the Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows button again will return you
to the previous screen.
performance monitor or projector.
definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) device.
(5)USB 3.0 charging (powered) portsConnect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
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.
NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select models
of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer
is off.
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 document:
▲
From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark
icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
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).
12Chapter 2 External component identification
3Illustrated parts catalog
NOTE:HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on
supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
Locating the serial number, product number, and model number
The product name (1), serial number (2), product number (3), warranty information (4), and model name (5)
are located on the bottom of the computer. You may need this information when you travel internationally or
when you contact support.
Locating the serial number, product number, and model number13