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First Edition: September 2017
Document Part Number: 937041-001
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.
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, 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).
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Special keys .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Hot keys (select products only) ....................................................................................................................... 11
Right ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Left ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
3 Illustrated parts catalog ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Computer major components .............................................................................................................................................. 16
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................................... 20
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
Solid State drive ................................................................................................................................................. 31
System board ..................................................................................................................................................... 32
6 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start .............................................................................................................................. 38
Using Computer Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 38
Using a USB keyboard or USB mouse to start Computer Setup (BIOS) ............................... 38
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................................ 38
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ............................................................................................. 39
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................................. 39
Determining the BIOS version ..................................................................................................... 39
Downloading a BIOS update ........................................................................................................ 40
Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt .............................................................................................. 41
Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ........................................................................................................................ 41
7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .......................................................................................................................................... 42
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ............................................................................... 43
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ................................................................................................................................................. 44
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................................ 44
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) .................................................................................... 44
Using Windows tools ............................................................................................................................................................. 45
Restore and recovery ............................................................................................................................................................ 46
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ....................................................................................................... 46
What you need to know before you get started ...................................................................... 46
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................................... 47
Using HP Recovery media to recover ......................................................................................... 47
Changing the computer boot order ........................................................................................... 48
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 48
Questions and answers ......................................................................................................................................................... 56
Using HP Sure Start (select models only) .......................................................................................................................... 57
11 Power cord set requirements ............................................................................................................................................................ 58
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................................ 58
Requirements for specic countries and regions ............................................................................................................. 58
Index ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 61
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1Product description
CategoryDescription
Product NameHP EliteBook x360 1020 G2 Notebook PC
Processors7th generation Intel® Core® processors:
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ChipsetIntel Premium Chipset
Integrated with processor
GraphicsIntel UMA Graphics with shared video memory
Windows 10 Professional 64 StF MSNA Plus (For use with i7 processor and more
than 4 GB RAM only)
Restore media–DR-DVD:
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Windows 10 (available with any Windows 10 operating system)
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Windows 10 DRUSB (for service only)
Certied:
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Microsoft WHQL: Windows 10 64
Web-only support:
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Windows 10 Enterprise 64
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Windows 10 Enterprise 64 LTSB 1607
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable parts:
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AC adapter
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Pen
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2External component identication
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
(2)Infrared (IR) Camera lightsOn: One or more IR cameras are in use.
(3)Internal microphonesRecord sound.
(4)CamerasAllows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.
(5)Camera lightOn: The camera is in use.
*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.
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area networks (WLANs).
Some cameras also allow a facial recognition logon to Windows,
instead of a password logon.
NOTE: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware
and software installed on your product.
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TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneReads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
(2)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(4)NFC tapping area and antennaAllows you to wirelessly share information when you tap it
with an NFC-enabled device.
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Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Privacy key lightOn: Privacy screen is on, which helps prevent side-
angle viewing.
(2)Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to
all capital letters.
(3)Fn lock lightOn: the fn key is locked.
(4)Mute light
(5)Microphone mute light
(6)Num lk lightOn: Num lock is on.
(7)Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a
(8)Sharing or presenting lightOn: Sharing is on.
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On: Computer sound is o.
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O: Computer sound is on.
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On: Microphone sound is o.
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O: Microphone sound is on.
wireless local 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 o.
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ComponentDescription
(9)Call answer lightOn: Call answer is on.
(10)Call end lightOn: Call end is on.
Fingerprint reader
ComponentDescription
Fingerprint reader (select products only)Allows a ngerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
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Special keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with another key. Such key combinations are called
hot keys.
See Hot keys (select products only) on page 11.
(3)Windows key Opens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
See Action keys on page 9.
NOTE: Some products may not include all action keys in the
illustration above.
(5)Embedded numeric keypad A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet
keys. When num lk is pressed, the keypad 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.
NOTE: If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned o, that function is reinstated when the computer is turned
back on.
(6)num lk keyTurns the embedded numeric keypad on and o.
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Action keys
An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your
product, see Special keys on page 8.
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IconDescription
To use an action key, press and hold the key.
Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a
monitor is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing the key alternates the screen image
from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and
monitor.
Mutes or restores speaker sound.
Decreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
Mutes the microphone.
Turns the keyboard backlight o or on.
NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn o this feature.
Turns the wireless feature on or o.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.
Provides quick access to your Skype for Business calendar.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype® for Business or Lync® 2013 running on Microsoft
Exchange or Oce 365® servers.
Turns the screen sharing function on or o.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype for Business or Lync 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange
or Oce 365 servers.
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Answers a call.
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Starts a call during a 1-on-1 chat.
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Places a call on hold.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype for Business or Lync 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange
or Oce 365 servers.
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Ends a call.
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Declines incoming calls.
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Ends screen sharing.
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IconDescription
NOTE: This feature requires Skype for Business or Lync 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange
or Oce 365 servers.
Helps prevent side-angle viewing from onlookers. If needed, decrease or increase brightness
for well-lit or darker environments. Press the key again to turn o the privacy screen.
NOTE: To quickly turn on the highest privacy settings, press fn + p
NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature by pressing and holding the
fn key and the left shift key. The fn lock light will turn on. After you have disabled the action key feature, you can
still perform each function by pressing the fn key in combination with the appropriate action key.
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Hot keys (select products only)
A hot key is the combination of the fn key and another key.
To use a hot key:
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Press the fn key, and then press one of the keys listed in the following table.
KeyDescription
CTurns on scroll lock.
ETurns on the insert function.
RBreaks the operation.
SSends a programing query.
WPauses the operation.
PTurns on the highest privacy settings.
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Right
ComponentDescription
(1)Volume buttonControls speaker volume on the computer.
(2)Battery lightWhen 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.
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O: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
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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.
(3)USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt
port with HP Sleep and Charge
(4)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,
supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the
computer battery.
– and –
Connects and charges most USB devices that have a Type-C
connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or
smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be
required.
– and –
Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort output.
NOTE: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt docking
station.
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
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Left
ComponentDescription
(1)Audio-out
(headphone)/
Audio-in
(microphone)
combo jack
(2)Security
cable slot
(3)Power button
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:
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.
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.
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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 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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Right-click the Power meter icon and then select Power Options.
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Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)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.
(2)SpeakersProduce sound.
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