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First Edition: June 2017
Document Part Number: 927501-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common
to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions of
Windows 10. This computer may require
upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers and/or software to take full
advantage of Windows 10 functionality. See for
http://www.microsoft.com details.
Safety warning notice
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place
the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, at surface. Do
not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs
or clothing, to block airow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as
pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible
surface temperature limits dened by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology
Equipment (IEC 60950).
2 Getting to know your computer ...................................................................................................................... 3
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 4
Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Keyboard area ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Button and speakers ......................................................................................................................... 10
Special keys ....................................................................................................................................... 11
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 18
4 Removal and replacement preliminary requirements ..................................................................................... 19
Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 20
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 28
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 36
System board .................................................................................................................................... 37
Power connector cable ...................................................................................................................... 54
6 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start ............................................................................................. 56
Using Computer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 56
Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 60
7 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ............................................................................................................... 61
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 62
9 Backing up and recovering ............................................................................................................................ 64
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 64
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 65
Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 66
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 66
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 67
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 67
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Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 68
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 68
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 69
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 69
10 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 70
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................ 70
Requirements for specic countries and regions ................................................................................................ 70
Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 73
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1Product description
CategoryDescription
Product NameHP Pavilion 17 Laptop PC (model numbers 17-ar001 through 17-ar099)
ProcessorsAMD® A12-9720P 2.70-GHz (turbo up to 3.60-GHz) quad core processor (1866-MHz FSB, 2.0-MB L2 cache, 15-W)
AMD A10-9620P 2.50-GHz (turbo up to 3.40-GHz) quad core processor (1866-MHz FSB, 2.0-MB L2 cache, 15-W)
Microphones: Dual array digital microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echo-cancellation, noisesuppression software
Video: HP Wide Vision HD infrared camera with indicator light, USB 2.0, HD BSI sensor, f2.0, wide dynamic range
(WDR), 88° WFOV, 720p by 30 frames per second
Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options by way of wireless module
Dual M.2/PCIe WLAN antennas built into display assembly
Integrated wireless personal area network (PAN) supported by Bluetooth® 4.2 combo card
Support for the Intel Dual band wireless-AC 3168 802.11AC 1×1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter (non-vPro)
WLAN module format
Compatible with Miracast-certied devices
Micro-Secure Digital (SD®) media reader slot
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AC Smart Pin adapter plug
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Audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack
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HDMI v1.4 supporting up to 1920×1080 @ 60Hz
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RJ45 (network)
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USB 3.x ports (2)
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USB Type-C port
Keyboard/
pointing devices
Power
requirements
SecuritySupport for security cable lock
Operating
system
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable part: AC adapter and optical drive
Full-sized, backlit, island-style keyboard with numeric keypad
ClickPad requirements:
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ClickPad with image sensor
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MultiTouch gestures enabled
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Support for Modern TrackPad gestures
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Taps enabled as default
Support for a 3-cell, 41-WHr, 3.6-AHr, Li-ion battery
Support for a 45-W HP Smart AC adapter (non-PFC, RC, 4.5-mm, non-slim)
Support for a 1.00-m power cord with a C5 connector in North America
Support for Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
Preinstalled: Windows 10 and Windows 10 Professional
For developed market (ML): Windows 10 Home ML and Windows 10 Home Plus ML
FreeDOS 2.0
2Chapter 1 Product description
2Getting to know your computer
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.
‒ or –
Right-click the Start button, and then select Apps and Features.
Locating hardware3
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Drive light (select products only)
(3)Memory card readerReads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage,
(4)USB 3.x SuperSpeed portConnects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving
state. The computer shuts o power to the display and other
unneeded components.
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O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked
the hard drive.
share, or access information.
To insert a card:
1.Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing
the computer.
2.Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then press
in on the card until it is rmly seated.
To remove a card:
▲
Press in on the card, and then remove it from the memory
card reader.
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
(5)Optical driveDepending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or reads
(6)Optical drive eject buttonReleases the optical drive disc tray.
(7)AC adapter and battery light
4Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
and writes to an optical disc.
NOTE: For disc compatibility information, type help in
the taskbar search box, select Help and Support, and then type
disc compatibility in the search box.
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White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
fully charged.
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Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and
the battery has reached a low battery level.
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Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
ComponentDescription
(7)AC adapter and battery light (continued)
(8)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
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O: The battery is not charging.
Right side5
Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
(2)RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
(3)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it
may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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White: The network is connected.
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Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed HDMI device.
(4)USB 3.x SuperSpeed portConnects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
(5)USB Type-C portConnects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may
be required.
(6)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
standalone microphones.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
▲
Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and
then select HP Documentation.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
6Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Display
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ComponentDescription
Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
Infrared camera lights (2; select products only)On: The infrared camera is in use.
Camera lightOn: The camera is in use.
CameraAllows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.
Infrared camera (select products only)Allows a facial recognition logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
WLAN antennas* (2)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with WLANs.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer, and antenna location varies. For optimal transmission, keep the areas
immediately around the antennas free from obstructions.
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country
or region.
To access this guide:
▲
Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.
Display7
Keyboard area
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneReads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate items
on the screen.
(2)Left control zoneTextured area that allows you to perform additional gestures.
(3)Right control zoneTextured area that allows you to perform additional gestures.
8Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all
(3)Mute 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.
capital letters.
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On: Computer sound is o.
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O: Computer sound is on.
Keyboard area9
Button and speakers
ComponentDescription
(1)Power button
(2)SpeakersProduce sound.
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When the computer is o, press the button to turn on
the computer.
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When the computer is on, press the button briey to
initiate Sleep.
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When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button
briey to exit Sleep.
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When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briey to exit Hibernation.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results
in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown
procedures are ineective, press and hold the power button down
for at least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power options.
▲
Right-click the Start button, and then select Power Options.
10Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Special keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
(2)fn keyExecutes specic functions when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
another key.
(3)Windows keyOpens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close
the Start menu.
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
NOTE: On select products, the f5 action key turns the keyboard
backlight feature o or on.
(5)num lock keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
(6)Integrated numeric keypadA separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard. When
num lock is pressed, the keypad can be used like an external
numeric keypad.
NOTE: If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned o, that function is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
Keyboard area11
Bottom
ComponentDescription
VentsEnable 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.
12Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
3Illustrated parts catalog
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on
supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
Locating the model number, serial number, product number, and
warranty information
The model number (1), serial number (2), product number (3), and warranty information (4) are located on
the bottom of the computer. This information may be needed when travelling internationally or when
contacting support.
Locating the model number, serial number, product number, and warranty information13
Computer components
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly spare part
information, see Display assembly components on page 17.
(2)Keyboard/top cover (includes backlight cable and keyboard cable):
For use in Canada933724-DB1
For use in the United States933724-001
14Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentSpare part number
(3)TouchPad (does not include TouchPad bracket or TouchPad cable)926853-001