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First Edition: January 2015
Document Part Number: 799385-001
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.
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 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 useraccessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information
Technology Equipment (IEC 60950-1).
Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
Top ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 12
Computer major components ............................................................................................................................. 12
Mass storage devices .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 15
Sequential part number listing ........................................................................................................................... 15
4 Removal and replacement preliminary requirements ..................................................................................... 17
Service considerations ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 18
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 30
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................................................................ 48
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 48
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 48
8 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...................................................................................................... 50
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 50
Hard drive specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 54
10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ......................................................................................................... 55
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 55
Creating HP Recovery media (select models only) ........................................................................... 55
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 56
Restore and recovery .......................................................................................................................................... 56
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager .......................................................................................... 57
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................ 57
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) .................................................. 58
Using HP Recovery media to recover ............................................................................. 58
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Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 59
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only) ........................................... 59
11 Statement of memory volatility .................................................................................................................. 60
Questions and answers ....................................................................................................................................... 64
Using HP Sure Start (select models only) ........................................................................................................... 65
12 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 66
Requirements for all countries ........................................................................................................................... 66
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................................... 66
Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 69
Audio-in (mono microphone)/audio-out (stereo headphone) combo jack
RJ-45 (Ethernet)
USB 2.0 (3)
VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting: 1920x1080 external resolution @ 60-Hz, hot plug and unplug and
autodetection for correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard aspect video
Power requirementsSupport for a removable 6-cell, 47-WHr, 2.20-AHr, Li-ion battery
Support for a removable 4-cell, 41-WHr, 2.80-AHr, Li-ion battery
Support for a 65-W EM HP Smart adapter, 4.5-mm
SecurityKensington Security Lock
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Update PRO 64
Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Update PRO 64 Education
Boss Linux (Dual boot operating system required)
Driver support for Microsoft Windows 8.1 (64-bit)
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable part:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Memory module
2Chapter 1 Product description
2External component identification
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)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.
(2)Webcam (select models only)Records 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.
(3)Internal microphoneRecord sound.
(4)WLAN antenna*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
*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.
area networks (WLANs).
Display3
Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2) AC adapter/battery light
(3)
(4)VentEnable airflow to cool internal components.
(5)
(6)
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
●
Amber: The computer is connected to external power and
the battery is charged from 0 to 99 percent.
●
Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power
source has reached a low battery level. When the battery
reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins
blinking rapidly.
●
White: The battery is fully charged.
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
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.
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
●
White: The network is connected.
●
Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
USB 3.0 ports (2)Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
4Chapter 2 External component identification
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)
Power light
Hard drive light
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
●
White: 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.
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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 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 audioin (microphone).
(4)
(5)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
USB 2.0 portConnects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
Right side5
Top
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneReads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures.
(2)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
6Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters.
(2)
(3)
Mute light
Wireless lightOn: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
network (WLAN) device is on.
NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all
wireless devices are off.
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Buttons and speakers
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
Power button
●
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.
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.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
(3)
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
Windows keyReturns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
the fn key.
combination with the esc key or the spacebar.
Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the
previous screen.
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Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)
(4)Vents (3)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(5)
Battery lock latchLocks and unlocks the battery in the battery bay
Battery release latchReleases 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 off during routine
operation.
Service doorProvides access to the memory module slots
10Chapter 2 External component identification
Labels
The labels affixed 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 removable 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 models only)
●
Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity label (select models only prior to Windows 8)—Contains the
Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system.
HP platforms with Windows 8 or Windows 8.x preinstalled do not have the physical label. Instead a
Digital Product Key is electronically installed.
NOTE:The Digital Product Key is automatically recognized and activated by Microsoft operating
systems when a Windows 8 or Windows 8.x operating system is reinstalled using HP-approved recovery
methods.
●
Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.
●
Wireless certification 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.
Labels11
3Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
12Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly spare part
information, see
(2)Top cover/keyboard for use in India (includes touchpad and keyboard cable)802473-D61