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system shipping with Windows 7 or Windows
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In accordance with Microsoft’s support policy,
HP does not support the Windows 8 or
Windows 7 operating system on products
congured with Intel and AMD 7th generation
and forward processors or provide any
Windows 8 or Windows 7 drivers on
http://www.support.hp.com.
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. This computer may require upgraded
and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers,
and/or software to take full advantage of
Windows functionality. See
http://www.microsoft.com for details.
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).
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.
Third Edition: April 2018
Second Edition: August 2017
First Edition: April 2017
Document Part Number: 924970-003
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, at 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 airow. 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 dened by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology
Equipment (IEC 60950-1).
2 Getting to know your computer ...................................................................................................................... 7
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Keyboard area ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Special keys ....................................................................................................................................... 13
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 17
Computer major components .............................................................................................................................. 17
Mass storage devices ........................................................................................................................................... 23
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 25
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 27
Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 27
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 47
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 52
USB board .......................................................................................................................................... 61
System board .................................................................................................................................... 62
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 79
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 80
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 81
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 81
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 81
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 82
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 83
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 83
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 83
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 84
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 84
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 85
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 85
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9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................................................................................................... 87
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 87
Hard drive specications ..................................................................................................................................... 91
11 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 95
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................ 95
Requirements for specic countries and regions ................................................................................................ 96
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 101
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1Product description
CategoryDescription
Product nameHP 14 Laptop PC (Intel)
* Model numbers: 14-bs0xx, 14-bs1xx, 14-bs2xx, 14-bs5xx, 14-bs6xx
HP 14g Laptop PC
* Model numbers: 14g-br0xx, 14g-br1xx, 14g-br2xx
HP 14q Laptop PC
* Model numbers: 14q-bu0xx, 14q-bu1xx, 14q-bu2xx
HP 14t Laptop PC
* Model number: 14t-bs000, 14t-bs100, 14t-bs200
Processor8th generation Intel® Core™ processors
Intel Core i5-8250U (1.6-GHz, turbo up to 3.4 GHz, 6-MB L3 cache, 2400-MHz, quad, 15W)
7th generation Intel Core processors
Intel Core i7-7500U (2.7-GHz, turbo up to 3.5 GHz, 4-MB L3 cache, 2133-MHz, dual, 15W)
Intel Core i5-7200U (2.5-GHz, turbo up to 3.1 GHz, 3-MB L3 cache, 2133-MHz, dual, 15W)
Hot Plug/unplug and auto detect for correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard aspect video
RJ-45 (Ethernet)
USB 3.0 (2 ports; left side)
USB 2.0 (1 right side)
AC Smart Pin adapter plug
Headphone/line out and microphone/line in combo jack
Keyboard/pointing devicesFull-size textured, island style keyboard
TouchPad with multi-touch gestures enabled
TouchPad taps enabled by default
TouchPad supports Modern Trackpad Gestures
PowerAC adapters
65-W EM
65-W (models with discrete graphics only)
45-W (models with UMA graphics only)
4Chapter 1 Product description
1 meter power cord
Batteries
4-cell, 41-Whr Li-ion battery
CategoryDescription
3-cell, 31-Whr Li-ion battery
SecurityfTPM 2.0
Kensington Security Lock
Operating systemPreinstalled
Windows 10
Windows 10 Professional
For Developed Market (ML):
Windows 10 Home ML
Windows 10 Home Plus ML
Windows 10 Home Value NB ML Compact
Windows 10 Home Entry NB ML Compact
For Emerging Market (EM/SL):
Windows 10 Home EM/SL
Windows 10 Home Plus EM/SL
Windows 10 Home Value NB EM/SL
Windows 10 Home Value NB Select Geo EM/SL
Windows 10 Home Entry NB EM/SL Compact
Windows 10 Home EM/SL 64 Indonesia PPP
Windows 10 Home Plus EM/SL 64 Indonesia PPP
Windows 10 Home Value EM/SL 64 Indonesia PPP
Windows 10 Home EM/SL 64 APAC PPP
Windows 10 Home Plus EM/SL 64 APAC PPP
Windows 10 Home Value EM/SL 64 APAC PPP
For China Market:
CPPP Windows 10 Home High End China Language Edition
CPPP Windows 10 Home China Language Edition
For APJ SEAP Market (EM/SL):
SEAP Windows 10 Home EM/SL
SEAP Windows 10 Home Plus
SEAP Windows 10 Home Plus
SEAP Windows 10 Home Value Notebook
Ubuntu Standard
FreeDOS 2.0
ServiceEnd-user replaceable parts
5
CategoryDescription
AC adapter
Battery
Optical drive
6Chapter 1 Product description
2Getting to know your computer
Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where
they're located, and how they work.
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Drive light
(3)Memory card readerReads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage, share, or access
(4)USB 2.0 portConnects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or
(5)Optical drive (select
products only)
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The
computer shuts o power to the display and other unneeded components.
●
O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state
that uses the least amount of power.
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
information.
To insert a card:
1.Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the computer.
2.Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then press in on the card until
it is rmly seated.
To remove a card:
▲ Pull the card out of the memory card reader.
smartwatch, and provides data transfer.
Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or reads and writes to an
optical disc.
(6)Optical drive eject button
(select products only)
(7)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
Releases the optical drive disc tray.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent
the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Right side7
Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)AC adapter and battery light
(3)VentEnables airow to cool internal components.
(4)External monitor port
(select products only)
(5)RJ-45 (network) jack/status
lights
(6)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-denition television, any
(7)USB 3.x SuperSpeed ports
(2)
●
White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged.
●
Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the battery has reached a
low battery level.
●
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging.
●
O: The battery is not charging.
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 o during
routine operation.
Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
Connects a network cable.
●
White: The network is connected.
●
Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed High-Denition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) device.
Connect a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch,
and provide high-speed data transfer.
(8)Audio-out (headphone)/
Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
8Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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 standalone microphones.
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:
▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP
Documentation.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks
(WLANs).
(2)Camera lightOn: One or more cameras are in use.
(3)CameraAllows you to video chat, record video, and record still images. Some cameras also
allow a facial recognition logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
NOTE: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware and software
installed on your product.
(4)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer, and antenna location varies. 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 guide:
▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.
Display9
Keyboard area
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneReads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen.
(2)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
10Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters.
(2)Mute light
●
Amber: Computer sound is o.
●
O: Computer sound is on.
Keyboard area11
Button
ComponentDescription
Power button
●
When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the computer.
●
When the computer is on, press the button briey to initiate Sleep.
●
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briey to exit Sleep.
●
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briey to exit
Hibernation.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results in the loss of
unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown procedures are ineective,
press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn o the
computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power options:
▲
Right-click the Power icon , and then select Power Options.
12Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Special keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes specic functions when pressed in combination with another key.
(3)Windows keyOpens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
NOTE: On select products, the f5 action key turns the keyboard backlight feature
o or on.
Keyboard area13
Action keys
An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your
product, see Special keys on page 13.
▲
IconDescription
To use an action key, press and hold the key.
Opens the HP Support Assistant app.
Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is
connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer
display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor.
Turns the keyboard backlight o or on.
NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn o this feature.
Mutes or restores speaker sound.
Decreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a Blu-ray Disc (BD).
Starts, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
Turns the airplane mode and wireless feature on or o.
NOTE: The airplane mode key is also referred to as the wireless button.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.
14Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)Battery lockLocks the battery in the battery bay.
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)Battery release
latch
(4)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(5)VentEnables airow to cool internal components.
Releases the battery.
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 o during
routine operation.
Bottom15
Labels
The labels axed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.
IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the
computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display.
●
Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you
will probably be asked for the serial number, and possibly for the product number or the model number.
Locate these numbers before you contact support.
Your service label will resemble one of the examples below. Refer to the illustration that most closely
matches the service label on your computer.
Component
(1)Serial number
(2)Product number
(3)Warranty period
(4)Model number (select products only)
Component
(1)HP product name (select products only)
(2)Model name (select products only)
(3)Product number
(4)Serial number
(5)Warranty period
●
Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.
●
Wireless certication label(s)—Provide(s) information about optional wireless devices and the approval
markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use.
16Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
3Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
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.
Computer major components17
ItemComponentSpare part
number
(1)Display assembly
NOTE: For display assembly spare part information, see Display assembly subcomponents
on page 21.
(2)Top cover/keyboard
NOTE: For a detailed list of keyboard country codes, see Top cover/keyboard on page 77.
Jet black925307-xxx
Snow white925308-xxx
Smoke gray925309-xxx
(3)TouchPad button board925365-001
(4)Speakers (includes left and right speakers and cable)925376-001
(5)Power connector cable938292-001
(6)USB board
For use in models with Intel Pentium or Celeron processors925363-001
For use in models with Intel Core processors925364-001
(7)Power button board925366-001
(8)Hard drive bracket925354-001
(9)Hard drive, 2.5 inch (does not include bracket, connector board, or cable)
not spared
1-TB, 5400-rpm778192-005
500-GB, 5400-rpm778186-005
eMMC module, 128 GB (not illustrated)942826-001
(10)Solid-state drive, M.2
NOTE: Mylar for use with solid-state drives is available using spare part number 930980-001.