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First Edition: August 2014
Document Part Number: 779270-001
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 8. Your computer may require
upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full
advantage of Windows 8 functionality. See
http://www.microsoft.com for details.
Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts
CAUTION:Your computer includes parts that should only be accessed by an authorized service provider.
Accessing parts described in the chapter titled, "Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service
Provider only parts," can damage the computer or void your warranty.
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iv Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts
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. Use the device 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 device 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).
Keyboard dock ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Front .................................................................................................................................................. 11
Right side ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Rear side ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Locating system information .............................................................................................................................. 13
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 14
Keyboard dock parts ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Hinge assembly parts .......................................................................................................................................... 18
Sequential part number listing ........................................................................................................................... 18
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 21
Service considerations ........................................................................................................................................ 21
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 21
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 21
5 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts ................................................... 25
Releasing the tablet from the keyboard dock .................................................................................................... 25
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Keyboard dock components ................................................................................................................................ 26
Dock bottom cover ............................................................................................................................ 26
Cables, docking and touch ................................................................................................................ 46
Home button board ........................................................................................................................... 47
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 48
Power connector/SIM board ............................................................................................................. 50
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................................................................ 71
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 71
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 72
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .......................................................................................................... 73
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................. 73
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 76
Creating recovery media and backups (select models only) .............................................................................. 76
Creating HP Recovery media ............................................................................................................. 76
Restore and recovery .......................................................................................................................................... 77
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager .......................................................................................... 78
What you need to know .................................................................................................. 78
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) .................................................. 78
Using HP Recovery media to recover ............................................................................. 79
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 79
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only) .............................................................. 79
9 Power cord set requirements ........................................................................................................................ 80
Requirements for all countries ........................................................................................................................... 80
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................................... 80
Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 83
Micro memory card readerReads optional micro memory cards that store, manage, share, or
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
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 until it pops out.
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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ComponentsDescription
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For
additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety andEnvironmental Notices. To access this guide, from the Start
screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app,
select My computer, and then select User guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and audioin (microphone).
(7)
Power button
●
When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the
tablet.
●
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.
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
down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the tablet.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power
options.
touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the
search box. In the search box, type power, select Settings, and
then select Power options.
– or –
sleep settings, and then select Power and sleep.
Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or
On the Start screen, type power, select Power and
(8)Webcam (rear) (select models only) Records video, captures still photographs, and allows video
(9)Volume up/down buttonControls speaker volume on the tablet.
conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.
Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch
screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search
box. type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of
applications.
– or –
From the Start screen, type c, and then select
CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
●
To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the button.
Tablet edge components5
Display
ComponentsDescription
●
To decrease speaker volume, press the – edge of the
button.
*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, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant
app, select My computer, and then select User guides.
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(2)WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(3)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(4)Webcam light (front)On: The webcam is in use.
(5)Webcam (front)Records video, captures still photographs, and allows you to
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local area networks (WLANs).
world wide networks (WWAN).
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch
screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search
box. type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of
applications.
ComponentDescription
– or –
From the Start screen, type c, and then select
CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
(6)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(7)
*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, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant
app, select My computer, and then select User guides.
Windows buttonReturns you to the Start screen from any app or window.
Keyboard dock
Top
ComponentDescription
(1) Alignment postsAlign and attach the tablet to the keyboard dock.
(2) Release latchReleases the tablet from the keyboard dock. To release the tablet, slide
the release latch to the left.
(3) Docking connectorConnects the tablet to the keyboard dock.
Keyboard dock7
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1) TouchPad zoneReads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on
(2) Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button of an external mouse.
the screen.
NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures.
(3) Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
NOTE:Refer to the image that most closely matches your keyboard.
ComponentDescription
(1) Caps lock light
(2)
Mute light
●
White: Caps lock is on.
●
Off: Caps lock is off.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
Keyboard dock9
Keys
NOTE:Refer to the image that most closely matches your keyboard.
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with the fn
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
(3)
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
Windows key Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows
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key (select models only).
combination with the b key or the esc key (select models only).
desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous
screen.
Front
ComponentDescription
NOTE: Action keys do not display or function on the on-screen
keyboard of the tablet.
ComponentDescription
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.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown
procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for
at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
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.
Keyboard dock11
Right side
ComponentDescription
Rear side
ComponentDescription
(1)
Memory card reader Connects optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or access
AC adapter/battery light
information.
●
To insert the memory card, hold the card, label side up with
connectors facing the slot and push in the card until it is firmly
seated.
●
To remove the memory card, press in on the card and quickly
release it until it pops out.
●
White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged.
●
Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level.
●
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging.
●
Off: The computer is using battery power.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition
USB 3.0 ports (2)Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such as a
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) combo jack
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television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a highspeed HDMI device.
keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a
headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional
headset microphone. This jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
ComponentDescription
Locating system information
Important system information is located on the bottom edge of the tablet or on the keyboard base. You may
need the information when travelling internationally or when you contact support:
(1): Product number
(2): Serial number
(3): Warranty period
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume
before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional
safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and EnvironmentalNotices. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support,
select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then
select User guides.
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).
Using Windows, briefly press the fn+esc key combination to display the System Information screen, which
provides the product name and serial number of your computer, as well as information about the memory,
processor, BIOS, and keyboard.
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3Illustrated parts catalog
Tablet components
NOTE:HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on
supported parts for your computer, go to
follow the on-screen instructions.
http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Tablet cover
For use in models without a SIM module765967-001
For use in models with a SIM module765968-001
(2)Hard drive
500-GB, 5400-rpm, hybrid with 16 GB SSD762179-005
500-GB, 5400-rpm, hybrid with 8 GB SSD775520-005
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes cable, cover, and screws)765922-001