HP L8D70UT User manual
User Guide
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First Edition: January 2015
Document Part Number: 780897–001
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.
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your
country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and
then follow the on-screen instructions.
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, 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 computer
and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the
International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
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Table of contents
1 Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2
2 Getting to know your computer ......................................................................................................................... 4
Tablet edge components ...................................................................................................................... 4
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 7
keyboard ............................................................................................................................................... 9
Top ....................................................................................................................................... 9
TouchPad .......................................................................................................................... 10
Lights ................................................................................................................................. 11
Keys ................................................................................................................................... 12
Right .................................................................................................................................. 13
Left ..................................................................................................................................... 15
Releasing the tablet from the keyboard ............................................................................. 16
Changing your tablet’s settings .......................................................................................................... 17
Changing your tablet’s view ............................................................................................... 17
Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lock .............................................................. 17
Adjusting your tablet’s screen brightness .......................................................... 17
3 Connecting to a network ................................................................................................................................. 18
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 18
Using the wireless controls ................................................................................................ 18
Using the wireless button .................................................................................. 19
Using operating system controls ....................................................................... 19
Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock Manager ...................................................................... 19
Using a WLAN ................................................................................................................... 19
Using an Internet service provider .................................................................... 20
Setting up a WLAN ............................................................................................ 21
Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 21
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 21
Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 22
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) ............................................................ 23
Inserting and removing a SIM ........................................................................... 24
Using GPS (select models only) ........................................................................................ 24
Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...................................................................................... 25
Using the Wireless Dock (WiDock) .................................................................................... 25
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Connecting to a wired network ........................................................................................................... 26
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) ......................................................................... 27
4 Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices ............................................................ 28
Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 28
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 28
Using the TouchPad and gestures .................................................................................... 28
Tapping ............................................................................................................. 29
Scrolling ............................................................................................................ 30
2-finger pinch zoom ........................................................................................... 31
2-finger click ...................................................................................................... 32
Rotating (select models only) ............................................................................ 32
Flicking (select models only) ............................................................................. 33
Edge swipes (select models only) ..................................................................... 34
Right-edge swipe .............................................................................. 34
Left-edge swipe ................................................................................ 35
Top-edge swipe ................................................................................ 35
Using touch screen gestures .............................................................................................................. 36
Setting touch screen preferences ...................................................................................... 36
Using the digitizer pen (select models only) ....................................................................................... 36
Identifying the pen components ......................................................................................... 36
Holding the pen .................................................................................................................. 37
Storing the pen .................................................................................................................. 37
Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 37
Using Windows shortcut keys ............................................................................................ 37
Identifying the hot keys ...................................................................................................... 37
Using keypads ................................................................................................................... 37
Using the embedded numeric keypad ............................................................... 37
Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off .......................... 38
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad ............. 39
Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 39
5 Multimedia ....................................................................................................................................................... 40
Using the media activity controls ........................................................................................................ 40
Audio .................................................................................................................................................. 40
Connecting speakers ......................................................................................................... 40
Adjusting the volume ......................................................................................................... 41
Connecting headphones and microphones ....................................................................... 41
Checking audio functions on the computer ........................................................................ 41
Webcam ............................................................................................................................................. 42
Video .................................................................................................................................................. 42
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DisplayPort (keyboard only) ............................................................................................... 43
Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport ................................................... 44
Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select models
only) ................................................................................................................................... 44
6 Power management ........................................................................................................................................ 45
Shutting down (turning off) the computer ........................................................................................... 45
Setting power options ......................................................................................................................... 46
Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 46
Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only) ............................................ 46
Initiating and exiting Sleep ................................................................................ 46
Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation ................................................. 47
Using the power meter and power settings ....................................................... 47
Setting password protection on wakeup ........................................................... 47
Using battery power ........................................................................................................... 48
Factory-sealed battery (select models only) ..................................................... 48
Finding additional battery information ............................................................... 48
Using Battery Check ......................................................................................... 49
Displaying the remaining battery charge ........................................................... 49
Maximizing battery discharge time .................................................................... 49
Managing low battery levels .............................................................................. 49
Identifying low battery levels ............................................................. 49
Resolving a low battery level ............................................................ 50
Conserving battery power ................................................................................. 50
Using external AC power ................................................................................................... 50
Testing an AC adapter ...................................................................................... 51
7 External cards and devices ............................................................................................................................. 52
Using memory card readers ............................................................................................................... 52
Inserting a memory card .................................................................................................... 52
Removing a memory card .................................................................................................. 53
Using smart cards (keyboard only) ..................................................................................................... 54
Inserting a smart card ........................................................................................................ 55
Removing a smart card ...................................................................................................... 55
Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 56
Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 57
Removing a USB device .................................................................................................... 57
Using optional external devices .......................................................................................................... 57
Using optional external drives ............................................................................................ 58
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8 Security ........................................................................................................................................................... 59
Protecting the computer ..................................................................................................................... 59
Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 60
Setting passwords in Windows .......................................................................................... 60
Setting passwords in Computer Setup .............................................................................. 61
Managing a BIOS administrator password ........................................................................ 61
Entering a BIOS administrator password .......................................................... 62
Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password ........................................................... 62
Setting a DriveLock password ........................................................................... 63
Entering a DriveLock password ........................................................................ 64
Changing a DriveLock password ...................................................................... 64
Removing DriveLock protection ........................................................................ 64
Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock .................................................................... 65
Entering an Automatic DriveLock password ..................................................... 65
Removing Automatic DriveLock protection ....................................................... 65
Using antivirus software ..................................................................................................................... 67
Using firewall software ....................................................................................................................... 67
Installing critical security updates ....................................................................................................... 67
Using HP Client Security .................................................................................................................... 68
Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) ............................................................................... 68
Locating the fingerprint reader ........................................................................................... 68
9 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 69
Cleaning your computer ..................................................................................................................... 69
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 69
Cleaning the display (All-in-Ones or Notebooks) .............................................. 69
Cleaning the sides or cover ............................................................................... 69
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse ................................................... 70
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 70
Using SoftPaq Download Manager .................................................................................................... 70
10 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 71
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 71
Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 71
Using the Windows recovery tools ..................................................................................... 72
Using f11 recovery tools .................................................................................................... 73
Using Windows operating system media (purchased separately) ..................................... 73
Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset ...................................................................... 74
Using HP Software Setup .................................................................................................. 74
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11 Computer Setup (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ........................................... 75
Using Computer Setup ....................................................................................................................... 75
Starting Computer Setup ................................................................................................... 75
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ..................................................................... 75
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................... 76
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................. 77
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................... 77
Downloading a BIOS update ............................................................................. 77
Synchronizing the tablet and keyboard .............................................................................. 78
Using MultiBoot .................................................................................................................................. 78
About the boot device order ............................................................................................... 78
Choosing MultiBoot preferences ........................................................................................ 79
Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup .................................................... 79
Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt ................................. 80
Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt .................................................................. 80
Entering MultiBoot Express preferences ........................................................... 80
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...................................................................................... 81
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ............................... 81
12 Support ......................................................................................................................................................... 83
Contacting support ............................................................................................................................. 83
Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 84
13 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 85
Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 85
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 85
Appendix A Traveling with the computer ........................................................................................................... 86
Appendix B Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................. 87
Troubleshooting resources ................................................................................................................. 87
Resolving issues ................................................................................................................................ 87
The computer is unable to start up .................................................................................... 87
The computer screen is blank ............................................................................................ 88
Software is functioning abnormally .................................................................................... 88
The computer is on but not responding ............................................................................. 88
The computer is unusually warm ....................................................................................... 88
An external device is not working ...................................................................................... 89
The wireless network connection is not working ................................................................ 89
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Appendix C Electrostatic discharge ................................................................................................................... 90
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 91
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1 Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps:
NOTE: Your computer may include a tablet only or a tablet plus keyboard. Computer color, features,
and accessories may vary. Refer to the illustrations in this guide that most closely match your
computer.
TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop,
press the Windows key on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to
the previous screen.
Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
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Internet. For more information, see Connecting to a network on page 18.
Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
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software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see Using antivirus software
on page 67.
Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Getting to know your
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computer on page 4 and Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices
on page 28 for additional information.
Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:
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From the Start screen, type a, click Apps, and then select from the displayed options. For details
about using the software included with the computer, see the software manufacturer's
instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.
Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backup and
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recovery on page 71.
NOTE: For easy access to Computer Setup (BIOS), connect to a keyboard if available. If you are
using a tablet only, follow the instructions provided.
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Finding information
You have already used
Setup Instructions
to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resources For information about
Setup Instructions
HP Support Assistant
To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
Worldwide support
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.html.
HP website
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
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How to set up the computer
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Help to identify computer components
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Operating system information
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Software, driver, and BIOS updates
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Troubleshooting tools
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How to access support
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Online chat with an HP technician
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Support telephone numbers
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HP service center locations
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Support information
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Ordering parts and finding additional help
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Accessories available for the device
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Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
From the Start screen, type support, and then
▲
select the HP Support Assistant app.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
To access this guide:
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2. Select My computer, and then select User
guides.
Limited Warranty
To access this guide, from the Start screen, select the
HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and
then select Warranty and services.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your
computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited
Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a
printed copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:
*
Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits
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Electrical and mechanical safety information
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Regulatory and safety information
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Battery disposal information
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Warranty information
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Resources For information about
North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA
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Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
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Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
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When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product number, warranty period (found on your
service label), name, and postal address.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/
contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.
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2 Getting to know your computer
Tablet edge components
Component Description
(1) Internal microphone Records sound.
(2) Vents Enable airflow 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 off during routine
operation.
(3) Webcam (rear) Records video and captures photographs. Some models
allow you to video conference and chat online using
streaming video.
For information on using the webcam, access HP Support
Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
(4) Camera flash Provides light for rear webcam photos.
(5) Rotate lock button When the tablet is on, press the rotate lock button to lock
the autorotate feature of the display. To unlock the
autorotate feature, press the button again.
– or –
Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display
the charms, tap Settings, tap the screen icon, and then tap
the autorotate icon. To unlock the autorotate feature, tap
the autorotate icon again.
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Component Description
(6) Volume button Controls speaker volume on the tablet.
To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the
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button.
To decrease speaker volume, press the – edge of the
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button.
(7) Pen holder (select models only) Holds the digital pen.
(8) Alignment post connectors (2) Align and attach the tablet to the keyboard.
(9) Docking/adapter port Connects the tablet to the keyboard, or as a tablet only,
connects an optional adapter.
(10) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
(11) SIM/SD card release access A pinhole for use in ejecting the door covering the SIM and
(12) SIM Card slot (select models only) A slot for a SIM card.
(13) Micro SD memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share,
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, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
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
audio-in (microphone).
SD card slots.
NOTE: This feature is available on select models only.
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 firmly seated.
To remove a card:
Press in on the card it until it pops out.
. To access
(14) 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.
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Component Description
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows®
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button for at least 15 seconds to turn off the
computer.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start
Technology allows your computer to resume quickly from
inactivity. For more information, see Using power-saving
states on page 46.
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.
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Display
Component Description
(1) WLAN antenna* Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with
wireless local area networks (WLAN).
(2) WWAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide area networks (WWAN).
(3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(4) Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
For information on using the webcam, access HP Support
Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
(5) WiGig antenna* Sends and receives wireless signals.
(6) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the
lighting conditions in your environment.
(7) Internal microphone Records sound.
(8) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(9) Windows button 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.
*The antennas are not visible on the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the
Regulatory, Safety, and
Display 7
Component Description
Environmental Notices
User Guides.
that applies to your country or region. To access the user guides, select Start > Help and Support >
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keyboard
Top
Component Description
(1) Alignment posts (2) Align and attach the tablet to the keyboard.
(2) Docking connector Connects the tablet to the keyboard.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the docking connector, do
not touch the connector when the tablet is detached from the
keyboard.
(3) Release latch Releases the tablet from the keyboard. To release the tablet,
press the release latch.
(4) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe
gestures. For more information, see Edge swipes (select
models only) on page 34.
(2) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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Lights
Component Description
(1) Caps lock light
(2) TouchPad light
(3) Mute light
(4) Microphone mute light
(5) Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
(6) Num lock light On: Num lock is on.
On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all
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capital letters.
On: The TouchPad is off.
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Off: The TouchPad is on.
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Amber: Computer sound is off.
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Off: Computer sound is on.
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Amber: microphone sound is off.
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Off: microphone sound is on.
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area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is
on.
NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when
all wireless devices are off.
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Keys
Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
NOTE: Function keys do not display or function from the
on-screen tablet keyboard.
(3) num lock key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
(4) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed
in combination with a function key, the num lock key, or the
esc key.
(5) Windows key 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.
(6) Embedded numeric keypad When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an
external numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by
the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
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Right
Component Description
(1) Internal microphone Records sound.
(2) Power button
(3) Micro SD memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share,
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 for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
computer.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start
Technology allows your computer to resume quickly from
inactivity. For more information, see Using power-saving
states on page 46.
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 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 firmly seated.
To remove a card:
Press in on the card it until it pops out.
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Component Description
(4) SIM Card slot (select models only) A slot for a SIM card.
NOTE: This feature is available on select models only.
(5) SIM/SD card eject release access A pinhole for use in ejecting the door covering the SIM and
SD card slots.
(6) USB 3.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Standard USB ports will not charge all USB devices or will
charge using a low current. Some USB devices require
power and require you to use a powered port.
NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select
models of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the
computer is off.
For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a
USB device on page 56.
(7) Dual-Mode DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
(8) AC adapter/Battery light
(9) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
White: The computer is connected to external power
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and the battery is charged.
Amber: The computer is connected to external power
●
and the battery is charging.
Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available
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power source has reached a low battery level. When
the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery
light begins blinking rapidly.
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Left
Component Description
(1) Volume button Controls speaker volume on the tablet.
To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the
●
button.
To decrease speaker volume, press the – edge of the
●
button.
(2) LCD rotation lock button Locks orientation of the display, preventing automatic
rotation.
(3) Docking/adapter port Connects the tablet to the keyboard, or as a tablet only,
connects an optional adapter.
(4) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports, see Using a
USB device on page 56.
(5) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) 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 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, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
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
audio-in (microphone).
. To access
(6) Smart card reader Supports optional Smart cards.
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Releasing the tablet from the keyboard
To release the tablet from the keyboard, follow these steps:
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the docking connector, do not touch the connector when the
tablet is detached from the keyboard.
1. Press the release latch on the keyboard (1).
2. Lift and remove the tablet (2).
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Changing your tablet’s settings
You can change view and screen brightness.
Changing your tablet’s view
Your tablet’s orientation, or view, changes automatically from landscape to portrait view, or from
portrait to landscape view.
1. To change the view of your tablet from landscape view to portrait view:
Hold the tablet vertically, and then turn it 90 degrees to the right (in a clockwise direction).
2. To change the view of your tablet from portrait view to landscape view:
Hold the tablet vertically, and then turn it 90 degrees to the left (in a counter-clockwise direction).
Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lock
To adjust your tablet's autorotate lock when the tablet is undocked:
When the tablet is on, press the rotate lock button to lock the autorotate feature of the display.
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To unlock the autorotate feature, press the button again.
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1. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, and then tap
Settings.
2. Tap the Screen icon at the bottom right. Tap the Autorotate Lock icon to lock your current tablet
screen in place and to prevent rotation. The icon displays a lock symbol when autorotate lock is
active. To turn off the autorotate lock, tap the Autorotate Lock icon again.
Adjusting your tablet’s screen brightness
To adjust the screen brightness:
1. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, and then tap
Settings.
2. Tap the Screen icon at the bottom right. A vertical slider displays that controls the screen
brightness.
NOTE: From the Windows desktop, you can also tap the Power Meter icon in the notification area at
the far right of the taskbar, tap Adjust screen brightness, and then move the slider next to Screen
brightness at the bottom of the screen.
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3 Connecting to a network
Your computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe
and access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wireless
network connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world.
Connecting to a wireless network
Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be
equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:
Wireless local area network (WLAN) device—Connects the computer to wireless local area
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networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate
offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and
universities. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a
wireless router or a wireless access point.
HP Mobile Broadband Module (select models only)—A wireless wide area network (WWAN)
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device that gives you wireless connectivity over a much larger area. Mobile network operators
install base stations (similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic areas, effectively
providing coverage across entire states, regions, or even countries.
Wireless Dock (WiDock) (select models only)—Allows the computer to connect via its WiGig
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connection to devices that are attached to the dock, such as keyboards, monitors and other
displays, and wired network connections.
Bluetooth device—Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other Bluetooth-
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enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. In a
PAN, each device communicates directly with other devices, and devices must be relatively
close together—typically within 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each other.
For more information about wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in HP
Support Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start screen, select the HP Support
Assistant app.
Using the wireless controls
You can control the wireless devices in your computer using one or more of these features:
Wireless button, wireless switch, wireless key, or airplane mode key (referred to in this chapter
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as the wireless button) (select models only)
Operating system controls
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Using the wireless button
The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights,
depending on the model. All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory, so
the wireless light is off when you turn on the computer.
The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of
individual devices. If the wireless light is off, at least one wireless device is on. If the wireless light is
amber, all wireless devices are off.
Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you can use the wireless button to turn on or
turn off the wireless devices simultaneously.
Using operating system controls
The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network,
and diagnose and repair network problems.
To use operating system controls:
1. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
2. Select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center.
For more information, access HP Support Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock Manager
Intel Wireless Dock Manager provides information and notifications on connection status and power
status. Status information and notifications are provided in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar.
To open Wireless Dock Manager:
Click the Wireless Dock Manager icon in the taskbar.
▲
– or –
Select Start > All Programs > Intel WiDock Connection Utility > WiGig Connection Utility. For more
information, see the wireless dock user guide.
Using a WLAN
With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of
other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point.
NOTE: The terms
A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points
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that can accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical
network functions.
A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which allows several wireless and
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wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional
pieces of hardware or software.
wireless router
and
wireless access point
are often used interchangeably.
To use the WLAN device in your computer, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided
through a service provider or a public or corporate network).
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Using an Internet service provider
When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an
Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The
ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the
modem, and test the Internet service.
NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and a password to use for Internet access. Record this
information and store it in a safe place.
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