HP N9P83UT User manual
User Guide
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L.P.
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technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein.
First Edition: August 2015
Document Part Number: 829782-001
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.
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country. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then
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Software terms
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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 airow. 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 dened by the International Standard for Safety
of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950-1).
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Processor conguration setting (select models only)
IMPORTANT: Select computer models are congured with an Intel® Pentium® N35xx/N37xx series or a
Celeron® N28xx/N29xx/N30xx/N31xx series processor and a Windows® operating system. If your computer
is congured as described, do not change the processor conguration setting in mscong.exe from 4 or 2
processors to 1 processor. If you do so, your computer will not restart. You will have to perform a factory
reset to restore the original settings.
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vi Processor conguration setting (select models only)
Table of contents
1 Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
Finding information ............................................................................................................................................... 2
2 Components .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Locating hardware ................................................................................................................................................. 4
Locating software .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Right ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Left ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Display ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Top ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
TouchPad ........................................................................................................................................... 14
Lights ................................................................................................................................................. 15
Buttons, speakers, and ngerprint reader ........................................................................................ 17
Keys ................................................................................................................................................... 20
Using the hot keys ............................................................................................................................. 22
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Front ..................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Labels ................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Inserting a SIM card (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 29
3 Network connections ................................................................................................................................... 30
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................................... 30
Using the wireless controls ............................................................................................................... 30
Wireless button ............................................................................................................... 30
Operating system controls ............................................................................................. 30
Connecting to a WLAN ....................................................................................................................... 31
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only) .......................................................................... 31
Using HP Mobile Connect (select products only) .............................................................................. 32
Using GPS (select products only) ...................................................................................................... 32
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select products only) ................................................................. 32
Connecting to a wired network ............................................................................................................................ 32
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select products only) .................................................... 32
Using a modem (select products only) ............................................................................................. 33
Connecting a modem cable ............................................................................................. 33
Connecting a country- or region-specic modem cable adapter .................................. 34
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4 Screen navigation ........................................................................................................................................ 35
Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures ................................................................................................. 35
Turning the TouchPad o and on ...................................................................................................... 35
Tap ..................................................................................................................................................... 36
Two-nger pinch zoom ..................................................................................................................... 36
Two-nger scroll (TouchPad only) .................................................................................................... 36
Two-nger tap (TouchPad only) ........................................................................................................ 37
One-nger slide (touch screen only) ................................................................................................. 37
5 Entertainment features ............................................................................................................................... 38
Using a webcam (select products only) ............................................................................................................... 38
Using audio .......................................................................................................................................................... 38
Connecting speakers ......................................................................................................................... 38
Connecting headsets ......................................................................................................................... 38
Using sound settings ......................................................................................................................... 39
Using video .......................................................................................................................................................... 39
Connecting video devices by using a VGA cable ................................................................................ 39
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable ................................................................................ 40
Setting up HDMI audio .................................................................................................... 41
6 Power management ..................................................................................................................................... 42
Shutting down (turning o) the computer .......................................................................................................... 42
Setting power options ......................................................................................................................................... 42
Using power-saving states ................................................................................................................ 42
Initiating and exiting Sleep ............................................................................................. 43
Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation (select products only) ........................ 43
Using the power meter and power settings ................................................................... 43
Setting password protection on wakeup ........................................................................ 44
Using battery power .......................................................................................................................... 44
Finding additional battery information .......................................................................... 44
Using HP Battery Check .................................................................................................. 45
Displaying the remaining battery charge ....................................................................... 45
Maximizing battery discharge time ................................................................................ 45
Managing low battery levels ........................................................................................... 45
Identifying low battery levels ...................................................................... 45
Resolving a low battery level ....................................................................... 46
Removing the battery ..................................................................................................... 46
Conserving battery power .............................................................................................. 47
Storing a battery ............................................................................................................. 47
Disposing of a battery ..................................................................................................... 48
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Replacing a battery ......................................................................................................... 48
Using external AC power ................................................................................................................... 48
Testing an AC adapter ..................................................................................................... 49
7 Security ...................................................................................................................................................... 50
Protecting the computer ..................................................................................................................................... 50
Using passwords .................................................................................................................................................. 51
Setting passwords in Windows ......................................................................................................... 51
Setting passwords in Computer Setup ............................................................................................. 52
Managing a BIOS administrator password ........................................................................................ 52
Entering a BIOS administrator password ....................................................................... 53
Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password (select products only) ....................................... 54
Setting a DriveLock password ........................................................................................ 54
Enabling DriveLock (select products only) ..................................................................... 55
Disabling DriveLock (select products only) .................................................................... 55
Entering a DriveLock password (select products only) .................................................. 56
Changing a DriveLock password (select products only) ................................................. 56
Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock (select products only) ................................................ 56
Entering an Automatic DriveLock password (select products only) .............................. 56
Removing Automatic DriveLock protection (select products only) ............................... 57
Using antivirus software ...................................................................................................................................... 57
Using rewall software ........................................................................................................................................ 57
Installing critical security updates ...................................................................................................................... 58
Using HP Client Security (select products only) .................................................................................................. 58
Using HP Touchpoint Manager (select products only) ........................................................................................ 58
Installing an optional security cable (select products only) ............................................................................... 58
Using a ngerprint reader (select products only) ............................................................................................... 59
Locating the ngerprint reader ......................................................................................................... 59
8 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 60
Improving performance ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Using Disk Defragmenter .................................................................................................................. 60
Using Disk Cleanup ............................................................................................................................ 60
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only) ................................................................................ 60
Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status .............................................................................. 61
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................................... 61
Cleaning your computer ...................................................................................................................................... 61
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................................... 61
Cleaning the display ........................................................................................................ 62
Cleaning the sides or cover ............................................................................................. 62
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse (select products only) ............................. 62
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Traveling with or shipping your computer .......................................................................................................... 62
9 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 64
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 64
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 64
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 65
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 66
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 66
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 66
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 67
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 67
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 68
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 68
10 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start ........................................................................................... 69
Using Computer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 69
Starting Computer Setup .................................................................................................................. 69
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................... 69
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................................. 70
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................. 70
Determining the BIOS version ......................................................................................... 70
Downloading a BIOS update ........................................................................................... 71
Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt .................................................................................. 72
TPM BIOS settings (select products only) ........................................................................................................... 72
Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 72
11 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .............................................................................................................. 73
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 74
12 Specications ............................................................................................................................................ 75
Input power .......................................................................................................................................................... 75
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................................... 75
13 Electrostatic Discharge .............................................................................................................................. 76
14 Accessibility .............................................................................................................................................. 77
Supported assistive technologies ....................................................................................................................... 77
Contacting support .............................................................................................................................................. 77
Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 78
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1 Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your
smart investment:
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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.
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Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet.
For more information, see Network connections on page 30.
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Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software
is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see Using antivirus software on page 57.
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Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Components on page 4 and
Screen navigation on page 35 for additional information.
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Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:
Select the Start button, and then select All apps.
‒ or –
Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.
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Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery ash drive. See Backup and recovery
on page 64.
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Finding information
To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions
Get started app
To access the Get started app:
▲
Select the Start button, and then select the Get
started app.
HP support
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.
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then
select User Guides.
‒ or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.
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Overview of computer setup and features
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A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips
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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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Proper workstation setup
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Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your comfort
and decrease your risk of injury
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Electrical and mechanical safety information
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this document:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then
select User Guides.
Limited Warranty*
To access this document:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, and then select Warranty and services.
‒ or –
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Important regulatory notices, including information about proper
battery disposal, if needed.
●
Specic warranty information about this computer
2 Chapter 1 Welcome
Resource Contents
Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
*You can nd your HP Limited Warranty located with the user guides on your product and/or on the CD or DVD provided in the box. In
some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed warranty in the box. For countries or regions where the warranty is not provided
in printed format, you can request a copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. For products purchased in Asia Pacic, you can
write to HP at Hewlett Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Oce, Singapore 911507. Include your product name, and your
name, phone number, and postal address.
Finding information 3
2 Components
Locating hardware
To nd out what hardware is installed on your computer:
▲
Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app.
A list displays all the devices installed on your computer.
For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn+esc
(select products only).
Locating software
To nd out what software is installed on your computer:
▲
Select the Start button, and then select All apps.
‒ or –
Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.
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Right
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
(2) USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
(3) Optical drive (select products only) Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
(4) Optical drive eject button (select products only) Releases the optical drive disc tray.
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support
optional microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory,
Safety, and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select
the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then
select User Guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
reads and writes to an optical disc.
Right 5
Component Description
(1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
(2) USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
(3) Optical drive (select products only) Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
(4) Optical drive eject button (select products only) Releases the optical drive disc tray.
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support
optional microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory,
Safety, and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select
the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then
select User Guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
reads and writes to an optical disc.
(5) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
Component Description
(1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo 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.
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Component Description
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:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select
the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then
select User Guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
(2) USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(3) Optical drive (select products only) Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
reads and writes to an optical disc.
(4) Optical drive eject button (select products only) Releases the optical drive disc tray.
(5) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
Right 7
Left
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
(2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(3) Battery light When AC power is connected:
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White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.
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Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.
●
O: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
●
Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery
level. When the battery has reached a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
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O: The battery is not charging.
(4) Vent Enables airow to cool internal components.
(5) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
(7) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
(8) USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
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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.
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Green (right): The network is connected.
●
Amber (left): Activity is occurring on the network.
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) Battery light When AC power is connected:
●
White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.
●
Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.
●
O: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
●
Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery
level. When the battery has reached a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
●
O: The battery is not charging.
(3) Vent Enables 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) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
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Green (right): The network is connected.
●
Amber (left): Activity is occurring on the network.
(6) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
(7) USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Left 9
Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) Battery light When AC power is connected:
●
White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.
●
Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.
●
O: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
●
Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery
level. When the battery has reached a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
●
O: The battery is not charging.
(3) Vent Enables 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) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
●
Green (right): The network is connected.
●
Amber (left): Activity is occurring on the network.
(6) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
(7) USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
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denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Display
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) WLAN antennas (2)* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
(2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
area networks (WWANs).
(3) Internal microphones (2) (select products only) Record sound.
(4) Webcam light (select products only) On: The webcam is in use.
(5) Webcam (select products only) Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam:
▲
Type camera in the taskbar search box, and then select
Camera.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions.
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or
region.
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then select User Guides.
Display 11
Component Description
(1) WLAN antennas (2)* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
(2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
area networks (WWANs).
(3) Internal microphones (2) (select products only) Record sound.
(4) Webcam light (select products only) On: The webcam is in use.
(5) Webcam (select products only) Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions.
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or
region.
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then select User Guides.
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam:
▲
Type camera in the taskbar search box, and then select
Camera.
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Component Description
(1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(3) Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam:
▲
Type camera in the taskbar search box, and then select
Camera.
(4) WLAN antennas (2)* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions.
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or
region.
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then select User Guides.
Display 13
Top
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad on/o button Turns the TouchPad on and o.
(2) TouchPad zone Reads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
(3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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Lights
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) Power light
(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital
(3) Microphone mute light
(4) Num lock light On: Num lock is on.
(5) Wireless light White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
(6) Mute light
(7) TouchPad light
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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.
●
O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
letters.
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Amber: microphone sound is o.
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O: microphone 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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Amber: Computer sound is o.
●
White: Computer sound is on.
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Amber: The TouchPad is o.
●
O: The TouchPad is on.
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Component Description
(1) Power light
(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital
(3) Microphone mute light
(4) Num lock light On: Num lock is on.
(5) Wireless light White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
(6) Mute light
(7) TouchPad light
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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.
●
O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
letters.
●
Amber: microphone sound is o.
●
O: microphone 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.
●
Amber: Computer sound is o.
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White: Computer sound is on.
●
Amber: The TouchPad is o.
●
O: The TouchPad is on.
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Buttons, speakers, and ngerprint reader
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) Power button
●
When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the
computer.
●
When the computer is on, press the button briey to initiate
Sleep.
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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 results
in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown
procedures are ineective, press and hold the power button for at
least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power
options.
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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.
(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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