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contact your seller.
Second Edition: April 2018
First Edition: April 2017
Document Part Number: 926106-002
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 ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Special keys ....................................................................................................................................... 11
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 15
Computer major components .............................................................................................................................. 15
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Mass storage devices ........................................................................................................................................... 22
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 25
Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 25
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 25
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 25
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 41
USB board .......................................................................................................................................... 53
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 55
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 77
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 78
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 79
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 79
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 79
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 80
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 81
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 81
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 81
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 82
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 82
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 83
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Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 84
9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................................................................................................... 85
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 85
Hard drive specications ..................................................................................................................................... 88
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
CategoryDescriptionUMADiscrete
(2 GB)
Product nameHP 17 Laptop PC
Model numbers: 17-ak000 – 17-ak099
ProcessorsAMD Quad-Core processor
A12-9720P (2.7-GHz, turbo up to 3.6 GHz, 2-MB L2 cache)
A10-9620P (2.5-GHz, turbo up to 3.4 GHz, 2-MB L2 cache)√√
AMD 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)
E2-9000e (1.5-GHz, turbo up to 2.0 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)√
GraphicsInternal graphics
AMD Radeon R7 Graphics
AMD Radeon R5 Graphics
AMD Radeon R4 Graphics
AMD Radeon R2 Graphics
Switchable discrete graphics
AMD Radeon™ M530 R17M-M1-70 with 4096 MB of dedicated video
memory
√√√
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Discrete
(4 GB)
AMD Radeon™ M530 R17M-M1-70 with 2048 GB of dedicated video
memory
External media card HP Multi-Format Digital Media Card Reader
Support SD/SDHC/SDXC
Push-push insertion/removal
√√√
√√√
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Internal CardOne M.2 slot for WLAN√√√
PortsHDMI version 1.4 supporting 1920 ×1080 @ 60Hz
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
USB 3.0 (2)
USB 2.0 (1)
AC Smart Pin adapter plug
Combo audio jack (headphone/microphone)
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Power requirements Battery
Keyboard
Full size standard textured island-style keyboard with numeric keypad
Full size backlit coat UV paint island-style keyboard with numeric key pad
TouchPad
TouchPad image sensor
Multitouch gestures enabled
Taps enabled by default
Support Modern Trackpad Gestures
4-cell, 41-Whr, li-ion battery
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√√√
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CategoryDescriptionUMADiscrete
(2 GB)
3-cell, 31-Whr, li-ion battery√
AC adapters:√√√
45 W√
65 W√√
65 W EM√√√
1 meter power cord√√√
Discrete
(4 GB)
SecurityTPM 2.0
Kensington Security Lock
Operating systemPreinstalled
Windows 10
For Developed Market (ML):
Windows 10 Home ML
Windows 10 Home Plus ML
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
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 Value Notebook
SEAP Windows 10 Home Plus
Ubuntu Standard
FreeDOS 2.0
√√√
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ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery
Optical drive
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2Getting to know your computer
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Drive light
(3)Memory card readerReads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage,
(4)USB 2.0 portConnects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving 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.
share, or access 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:
▲ Press in on the card, and then remove it from the memory
card reader.
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer.
(5)Optical driveDepending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
reads and writes to an optical disc.
NOTE: For disc compatibility information, type help in the
taskbar search box, select Help and Support, and then type
disc compatibility in the search box.
Right side5
ComponentDescription
(6)Optical drive eject buttonReleases the optical drive disc tray.
(7)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
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)RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
(5)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
(6)USB 3.x SuperSpeed ports (2)Connect a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
●
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.
tracker, or smartwatch, and provide high-speed data transfer.
(7)Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
6Chapter 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.
Display
ComponentDescription
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.
ComponentDescription
(1)Camera lightOn: The camera is in use.
(2)CameraAllows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.
(3)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
(4)WLAN antennas*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
*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.
Display7
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.
8Chapter 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
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On: Computer sound is o.
●
O: Computer sound is on.
Keyboard area9
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.
10Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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.
(5)num lock keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
(6)Integrated numeric keypadA separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard. When
num lock is pressed, the keypad can be used like an external
numeric keypad.
NOTE: If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned o, that function is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
Keyboard area11
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 11.
▲
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 (select products only).
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.
12Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)SpeakersProduce sound.
(2)Battery lockLocks the battery in the battery bay.
(3)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(4)Battery release latchReleases the battery.
Bottom13
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)HP product name
(2)Model number
(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.
14Chapter 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 components15
ItemComponentSpare part
number
(1)Display assembly [43.9-cm 17.3-in]
NOTE: Displays are only spared at the subcomponent level. For display assembly spare part information, see Display
assembly subcomponents on page 19.
(2)Top cover/keyboard (includes TouchPad mylar; does not include TouchPad board or TouchPad click
board)
NOTE: For a detailed list of keyboard country codes, see Top cover/keyboard on page 76.
Black926559-xx1
Ash silver; not backlit926560-xx1
Ash silver; backlit
NOTE: Only available in -001 (United States) and -DB1 (French Canada)
Snow white926561-xx1
(3)TouchPad board
NOTE: The TouchPad board cable is available using spare part number 926518-001. This cable
connects from the TouchPad board to the TouchPad click board.
(4)TouchPad click board
NOTE: The TouchPad click board cable is available using spare part number 928882-001. This cable
connects from the TouchPad click board to the system board.