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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.
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By installing, copying, downloading, or
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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
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such products and services. Nothing herein
should be construed as constituting an
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technical or editorial errors or omissions
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First Edition: April 2017
Document Part Number: 927215-001
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 ...................................................................................................................... 5
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Keyboard area ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
Special keys ....................................................................................................................................... 12
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 .......................................................................................................................................... 44
M.2 Solid-state drive (SSD) or eMMC module ................................................................................... 48
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 49
USB board .......................................................................................................................................... 58
System board .................................................................................................................................... 59
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 75
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 76
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 77
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 77
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 77
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 78
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 79
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 79
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 79
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 80
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 80
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 81
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 82
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9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................................................................................................... 83
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 83
Hard drive specications ..................................................................................................................................... 87
11 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 91
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................ 91
Requirements for specic countries and regions ................................................................................................ 92
Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 97
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1Product description
CategoryDescriptionDiscreteUMA
Product nameHP 14 Laptop PC (Intel)
* Model numbers: 14-bw0xx
HP 14g Laptop PC
* Model numbers: 14g-bx0xx
HP 14q Laptop PC
* Model numbers: 14q-by0xx
ProcessorAMD Dual-Core processor√√
A9-9420 (3.0-GHz, turbo up to 3.6 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)√√
A6-9220 (2.5-GHz, turbo up to 2.9 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)√√
A4-9120 (2.2-GHz, turbo up to 2.5 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)√
E2-9000e (1.5-GHz, turbo up to 2.0 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)√
GraphicsInternal graphics√√
AMD Radeon™ R5 Graphics (A9 processor)√√
AMD Radeon R4 Graphics (A6 processor)√√
AMD Radeon R3 Graphics (A4 processor)√
AMD Radeon R2 Graphics (E2 processor)√
√√
√√
√√
Switchable discrete graphics√
AMD Radeon™ M520 R17M-M1-30 with 2048 GB of dedicated video memory√
Support HD Decode, DX12, and HDMI√√
Supports PX7√
Panel35.6-cm (14.0-in), high-denition (HD), white light-emitting diode (WLED), SVA,
(7)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
Right side5
ComponentDescription
Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
(2)AC adapter and battery light
(3)VentEnables airow to cool internal components.
(4)External monitor port (select products only)Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5)RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
(6)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
●
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.
●
White: The network is connected.
●
Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
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ComponentDescription
(7)USB 3.x SuperSpeed ports (2)Connect a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
(8)Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo 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 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.
Left side7
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
(2)Camera lightOn: The camera is in use.
(3)CameraAllows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.
(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.
8Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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.
Keyboard area9
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.
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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.
▲ Type power in the taskbar search box, and then select Power &
sleep settings.
‒ or –
Right-click the Start button, and then select Power Options.
Keyboard area11
Special keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
(2)fn keyExecutes specic functions when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
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.
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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 12.
▲
IconDescription
To use an action key, press and hold the key.
Opens the Get started 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.
Keyboard area13
Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)Battery lockLocks the battery in the battery bay.
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)Battery release latchReleases the battery.
(4)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(5)VentEnables airow to cool internal components.
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.
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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 shown 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)Model name (select products only)
(2)Product number
(3)Serial number
(4)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.
Labels15
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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 73.
Jet black925307-xxx
Snow white925308-xxx
Smoke gray925309-xxx
Marine blue925310-xxx
Pike silver925311-xx1
Silk gold925312-xx1
Empress red925313-xx1
(3)TouchPad button board925365-001
(4)Speakers (includes left and right speakers and cable)925376-001
(5)Power connector cable814142-013
(6)USB board925450-001
(7)Power button board925366-001
not spared
(8)Hard drive bracket925354-001
(9)Hard drive, 2.5 inch (does not include bracket, connector board, or cable)