HP Chromebook x360 User Manual

User Guide

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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.

First Edition: April 2019

Document Part Number: L59866-001

Product notice

This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.

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 full refund subject to the refund policy of your seller.

For any further information or to request a full refund of the price of the computer, please contact your seller.

Safety warning notice

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the

computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer 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 airow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits dened by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950-1).

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Table of contents

1 Components .................................................................................................................................................. 1

Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 1

Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Keyboard area ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................. 6

Special keys ......................................................................................................................................... 7

Action keys ........................................................................................................................................... 8

Bottom ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Labels ................................................................................................................................................................... 10

2 Navigating the screen .................................................................................................................................. 12

Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures ........................................................................................................ 12

Tap ..................................................................................................................................................... 12

Scrolling (TouchPad only) .................................................................................................................. 13

One-nger scrolling (touch screen only) ........................................................................................... 13

One-nger swipe (touch screen only) ............................................................................................... 14

Two-nger pinch zoom (touch screen only) ..................................................................................... 14

3 Power and battery ....................................................................................................................................... 15

Factory-sealed battery ........................................................................................................................................ 15

Charging the battery ......................................................................................................................... 15

4 Printing ...................................................................................................................................................... 16

Printing ................................................................................................................................................................ 16

Printing from Google Chrome .............................................................................................................................. 16

Printing with Google Cloud Print Web printing service ....................................................................................... 16

5 Backing up, resetting, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 17

Backing up ............................................................................................................................................................ 17

Resetting .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

Recovering ........................................................................................................................................................... 17

Installing the Chromebook Recovery Utility ..................................................................................... 18

Creating recovery media ................................................................................................................... 18

Recovering the Chrome operating system ....................................................................................... 18

Setting up your computer after a reset or recovery ........................................................................................... 19

Erase and reformat the recovery media .............................................................................................................. 19

6 More HP resources ....................................................................................................................................... 20

7 Specications .............................................................................................................................................. 21

Input power .......................................................................................................................................................... 21

Operating environment ....................................................................................................................................... 22

8 Electrostatic discharge ................................................................................................................................ 23

9 Accessibility ................................................................................................................................................ 24

Accessibility ......................................................................................................................................................... 24

Finding the technology tools you need ............................................................................................ 24

Our commitment ............................................................................................................................... 24

International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) ....................................................... 24

Finding the best assistive technology .............................................................................................. 25

Assessing your needs ..................................................................................................... 25

Accessibility for HP products .......................................................................................... 25

Standards and legislation .................................................................................................................................... 26

Standards .......................................................................................................................................... 26

Mandate 376 – EN 301 549 ............................................................................................ 26

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) ................................................................ 26

Legislation and regulations .............................................................................................................. 26

United States ................................................................................................................... 27

21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (CVAA) ............................... 27

Canada ............................................................................................................................. 27

Europe ............................................................................................................................. 28

United Kingdom .............................................................................................................. 28

Australia .......................................................................................................................... 28

Worldwide ....................................................................................................................... 28

Useful accessibility resources and links .............................................................................................................. 29

Organizations .................................................................................................................................... 29

Educational institutions .................................................................................................................... 29

Other disability resources ................................................................................................................. 29

HP links .............................................................................................................................................. 29

Contacting support .............................................................................................................................................. 30

Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 31

1 Components

Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they are located, and how they work.

Right side

Table 1-1 Right-side components and their descriptions

Component Description

(1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in

(microphone) combo jack

(2) MicroSD™ memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store,

(3) USB SuperSpeed port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity

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, see the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the

computer speakers are disabled.

manage, 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 high-speed data transfer.

(4) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

fully charged.

● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

charging.

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Table 1-1 Right-side components and their descriptions (continued)

Component Description

● Blinking amber: The battery has an error.

● O: The battery is not charging.

(5) USB Type-C power connector and port Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,

supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery.

– and –

Connects a USB device that has a Type-C connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer.

– and –

Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort output.

NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may

be required.

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Left side

Table 1-2 Left-side components and their descriptions

Component Description

(1) Nano security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

(2) USB Type-C power connector and port Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent,

but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery.

– and –

Connects a USB device that has a Type-C connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer.

– and –

Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort output.

NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may

be required.

(3) USB SuperSpeed port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity

tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.

(4) Power button ● When the computer is o, press the button to turn on

the computer.

● When the computer is on, press the button briey to

initiate Sleep.

● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the

button briey to exit Sleep (select products only).

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 ineective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.

(5) Power light ● 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.

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Table 1-2 Left-side components and their descriptions (continued)

Component Description

● O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is

a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.

(6) Volume button Controls speaker volume on the computer.

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Display

Table 1-3 Display components and their descriptions

Component Description

(1) WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

local area networks (WLANs).

(2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.

(3) Camera light On: The camera is in use.

(4) Camera Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.

(5) Camera light (select products only) On: The camera is in use.

(6) Camera (select products only) Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.

(7) Internal microphone (select products only) Records 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, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to nd your product. Then select User Guides.

Display 5

Keyboard area

TouchPad

Table 1-4 TouchPad components and their descriptions

Component Description

TouchPad zone Reads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen.

NOTE: For more information, see Using TouchPad and touch screen gestures on page 12.

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