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Third Edition: October 2015
First Edition: August 2014
Document Part Number: 793333-003
Product notice
This user 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. Go to
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 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.
This computer may require upgraded and/ or
separately purchased hardware and/or a DVD
drive to install the Windows 7 software and
take full advantage of Windows 7 functionality.
See http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/
windows7/get-know-windows-7 for details.
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).
Front ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Top .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 17
Computer major components .............................................................................................................................. 17
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Mass storage devices ........................................................................................................................................... 24
Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 27
Top cover ........................................................................................................................................... 43
Power button board .......................................................................................................................... 46
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 49
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 53
Power connector cable ...................................................................................................................... 55
System board .................................................................................................................................... 56
USB board .......................................................................................................................................... 59
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................................................................ 77
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 77
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 77
9 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics in SUSE Linux .......................................................... 79
Using Computer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 79
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................... 79
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................................. 80
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Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................................................................ 80
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 80
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 81
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ........................................................................................................... 81
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................. 82
10 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ..................................................................................................... 83
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 84
11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering in Windows 10 .................................................................................... 85
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 85
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 85
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 86
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 87
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 87
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 87
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 88
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 88
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 89
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 89
12 Backing up, restoring, and recovering in Windows 8.1 ................................................................................... 91
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 91
Creating HP Recovery media ............................................................................................................. 91
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 92
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 93
What you need to know .................................................................................................. 93
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) ................................................... 93
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 94
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 94
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only) .............................................................. 94
13 Backup and Recovery in SUSE Linux ............................................................................................................. 95
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................................... 95
Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................................ 95
Hard drive specications ..................................................................................................................................... 99
15 Power cord set requirements .................................................................................................................... 101
Requirements for all countries .......................................................................................................................... 101
Requirements for specic countries and regions ............................................................................................. 102
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 111
External media cardHP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader
Support SD/SDHC/SDXC
Push-Pull Insertion/Removal
2Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescription
PortsHDMI version 1.4 supporting 1920 ×1200 @ 60Hz
Hot Plug/unplug and auto detect for correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard aspect video
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
USB 3.0 (1 port)
USB 2.0 (2 ports)
AC Smart Pin adapter plug
Headphone/microphone in combo jack
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Power requirementsAC adapters:
4-cell, 41-Whr Li-ion battery
SecurityKensington Security Lock
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Full-size "island style" keyboard with numeric keypad
TouchPad with multi-touch gestures, 2-nger scrolling, and pinch-zoom enabled
Taps enabled by default
Support Win8.1+D212 Modern Trackpad Gestures
Support PS/2, prole sensor (reserve for SMBus)
AC Adapter 65-W Smart nPFC, 3 pin, RC 4.5mm connector - non slim for use in discrete models
AC Adapter 45-W Smart nPFC, 3 pin, RC 4.5mm connector - non slim for use in UMA models
AC Adapter 65-W EM Smart nPFC, 3 pin, RC 4.5mm connector, 90 degree plug design for use in India/China
1 meter power cord
3-cell, 31-Whr Li-ion battery
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Windows 10
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Windows 8.1
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Windows 8.1 CPPP - China only
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Ubuntu
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FreeDOS 2.0
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
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AC adapter
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Battery
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Optical drive
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Keyboard
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4Chapter 1 Product description
2External component identication
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (1 or 2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
(2)WWAN antennas (1 or 2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
area networks (WWAN).
(3)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(4)WebcamRecords video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam in Windows 8.1, from the Start screen, type
camera, and then select Camera from the list of applications.
To use the webcam in Windows 10, type camera in the taskbar
search box, and then select Camera.
(5)Internal microphone Records sound.
(6)Internal display switchTurns o 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.
*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
Display5
Front
ComponentDescription
that applies to your country or region. To access this guide in Windows 8.1, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the
HP Support Assistant app.
To access this guide in Windows 10, select the Start button, select All apps, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP
Documentation.
ComponentDescription
Memory card readerReads optional memory cards that store, manage, share,
or access information.
To insert a card:
Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the
slot, insert the card into the slot, and then push in on the
card until it is rmly seated.
To remove a card:
Pull the card out of the slot.
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)USB 2.0 ports (2)Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
(2)Optical drive (select models only)Depending on your computer model, reads an optical
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
disc or reads and writes to an optical disc.
6Chapter 2 External component identication
ComponentDescription
NOTE: For disc compatibility information in Windows
8.1, go to the Help and Support web page. Follow the
web page instructions to select your computer model.
Select Support & Drivers, and then select Product Information.
For disc compatibility information in Windows 10, type
help in the taskbar search box, select Help and
Support, and then type disc compatibility in the
search box.
(3)Optical drive eject button (select models
only)
Releases the disc tray.
Right side7
Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
(2)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.
(3)AC adapter light
(4)VentEnables airow to cool internal components.
(5)External monitor port (select models only)Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
(7)RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
(8)USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
(9)Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
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On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
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O: The computer is using battery power.
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.
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed HDMI device.
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White: The network is connected.
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Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
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.
8Chapter 2 External component identication
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 in Windows 8.1, from the Start screen, type
support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
To access this guide in Windows 10, select the Start button,
select All apps, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP
Documentation.
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).
(10)Hard drive lightBlinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
Top
TouchPad
(11)Power light
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving state. The computer shuts o power to the display
and other unneeded components.
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O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneMoves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on the
screen.
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ComponentDescription
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.
10Chapter 2 External component identication
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters.
(3)Mute light
(4)Wireless lightOn: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
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On: The computer is on.
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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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O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
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Amber: Computer sound is o.
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O: Computer sound is on.
network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all
wireless devices are o.
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Button
ComponentDescription
Power button
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When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the
computer.
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When the computer is on, press the button briey to
initiate Sleep.
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When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button
briey to exit Sleep.
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When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briey 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 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.
In Windows 8.1:
From the Start screen, type power, select Power and sleep settings, and then select Power and sleep from the list of
applications.
In Windows 10:
▲
Type power in the taskbar search box, and then select
Power and sleep settings.
- or -
Right-click the Start button, and then select Power Options.
12Chapter 2 External component identication
Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the spacebaror the esc key.
(3)Windows key(Windows 8.1) Returns you to the Start screen from an open app
or the Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the
previous screen.
(Windows 10) Opens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
(5)num lk keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the computer
is turned o is reinstated when the computer is turned back on.
(6)Integrated numeric keypadWhen num lk has been enabled, it can be used like an external
numeric keypad. To alternate between this numeric function
and the navigational function (indicated by the directional
arrows on the keys), press the num lk key.
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Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)Battery lock and unlock latch Locks and unlocks the battery in the battery bay.
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)VentEnable 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.
(4)Battery release latchReleases the battery.
(5)Speaker openings (2)Produce sound.
14Chapter 2 External component identication
Labels
The labels axed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.
IMPORTANT: All labels described in this section will be located in one of 2 places depending on your
computer model: Axed to the bottom of the computer, or located in the battery bay.
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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.
NOTE: Your service labels will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration
that most closely matches the service label on your computer.
Component
(1)Product name
(2)Serial number
(3)Product number
(4)Warranty period
(5)Model number (select models only)
Component
(1)Serial number
(2)Product number
(3)Warranty period
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Component
(4)Model number (select models only)
(5)Revision number
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Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.
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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 External component identication
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.