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1. 28 Slug piety 29 Removing an optical disc iie aa ee aen ree ode nea aan Ga 29 Nc Poe 29 When the disc tray opens normally se 29 When the disc tray fails to open normally sssssses 30 Slo 31 7 Maintaining your Computer Kas ine kE bi eS Ii EVE aisn eU IRR E VRH aaia 32 Updating programs and drivers naan NAAN ANNA ARN ANAND 32 Cleaning zoo geometries 32 Cleaning the display sides and cover sssssssesssssseee eene 32 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard seems 33 Traveling with or shipping your computer sssssesseeneneeme eene 33 8 Securing your computer and information nennen nenne nnne nnne nnn nennt nter nennt nnns 35 Protecting the computer i uci aaa a ena aa Ene ban DERE e bna Lan E TAN NATA ana 35 Using NOIEISU IDEM iaa 35 Setting passwords in the operating system sssssss nee 36 Setting passwords in Setup Utility BIOS s mme 36 Managing an administrator password sssssseen n 37 Entering an administrator password sssssseeen nn 37 Managing a power on password ssssssssseeeene mener 37 Entering a power on password sssssssssssseeen eene nennen 37 U
2. 11 naaa 44 Performing a system recovery sssssssssssssssssseee enne ennennrin nennen rennen nnn nnne 44 Creating the restore DVDS eddie eet eet tnra de date tate etude E eR A E RE EUR RR repe 44 Creating a restore image on a USB device ssssssssssseeee eene 44 Performing recovery using the restore DVD ssesssee eene 45 Backing Up your information aNG BAGA NANA ALA Lp Eae AA 45 T1 SUPPOF P 47 Contacting support ERE 47 LAD GIS AA AA ele 47 12 SPECHICALIONS ciii ia FERAT EXE BABANGGA INNEN USA RAM ERAE SERE is jai EUM E RARUS EVER ERARE MR RARI TERN aA 49 INPUtPOWEN H n H T 49 Operating environmuent oce AN dedere ee Or Fe Doe dc Et D ruber rubea Dd vc Ru DOE AA addu eua 50 13 Electrostatic DISCHAIGE A 51 Li pA 52 viii 1 Starting right Ly IMPORTANT The Ubuntu operating system installed on this computer does not support some of the features that are available on other operating systems For example Ubuntu may not support discrete graphics or mSATA drives This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment To get the most out of your computer read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup fun things to do with your computer and where to g
3. NOTE Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games interfere with printer or file sharing on a network or block authorized email attachments To temporarily resolve the problem disable the firewall perform the task that you want to perform and then reenable the firewall immediately To permanently resolve the problem you must reconfigure the firewall Securing your wireless network When you set up your wireless network always enable security features For more information see Protecting your WLAN on page 6 38 Chapter8 Securing your computer and information Backing up your software applications and information Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure For more information see Backing up restoring and recovering on page 44 Using an optional security cable lock A security cable lock which is purchased separately is designed to act as a deterrent but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen Security cable locks are only one of several methods that should be employed as part of a complete security solution to help maximize theft protection The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section 1 Loop the security cable lock around a secured object 2 Insert the key 1 into the secur
4. Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP SP NOTE It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router When the computer successfully connects to the Internet disconnect the cable and access the Internet through your wireless network Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access WLANs in public areas hotspots like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security If you are concerned about the security of your computer in a hotspot limit your network activities to email that is not confidential and to basic Internet surfing Wireless radio signals travel outside the network so other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected signals Take the following precautions to protect your WLAN e Use a firewall A firewall checks both data and requests for data that are sent to your network and discards any suspicious items Firewalls are available in both software and hardware Some networks use a combination of both types Ubuntu does not include firewall software but you can download Gufw a free firewall utility that Ubuntu provides For information on how to download and install Gufw refer to Using firewall software on page 38 e Use wireless enc
5. 10 meters approximately 33 feet of each other Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Description EN Wireless connected Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on Ll Network Connection Indicates that the wired network is connected and active If both f connected wired and wireless connections are active the operating system uses the wired connection because it is faster Network Connection Indicates that wired and wireless networks are not connected disconnected Using the wireless controls Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features e Wireless button wireless switch or wireless key referred to in this chapter as the wireless button e Operating system controls Using the wireless button Depending on your model the computer may have a wireless button one or more wireless devices and one or more wireless lights All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory so the wireless light is on white when you turn on the computer Chapter 2 Connecting to a network The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices not the status of individual devices If the wireless light is white at least one wireless device is on If the wireless light is amber all wireless devices are off Because the wireless devices ar
6. WLAN device in your computer you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network Using an Internet service provider When you are setting up Internet access in your home you must establish an account with an Internet service provider ISP To purchase Internet service and a modem contact a local ISP The ISP will help set up the modem install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem and test the Internet service NOTE Your ISP will give you a user ID and a password to use for Internet access Record this information and store it in a safe place Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet you need the following equipment e A broadband modem either DSL or cable 1 and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider e A wireless router 2 purchased separately e A wireless computer 3 Connecting to a wireless network 5 6 Ey NOTE Some modems have a built in wireless router Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet ar 9 As your network grows additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet For help in setting up your WLAN see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP
7. dre anap Gaan alan 14 Using the TouchPad rS 15 NavigatiNg ee 15 Ie 16 Using TouchPad gestures eter tree di heredi e e AA 16 Turning gestures on and Off aaa deed ecc d vna dud 16 Horizontal scrolling t Ett x ee RR ees 17 Edge scrolling REPE LR 17 HM MANAGING POWOE 18 Shutting down the computer hh rer a ee doge ROREM tex ERAN det AA AN 18 Setting power options teet teta msa NG Rb de RE RR add det rad Edd eek ka ia Nee a Rad Xu S ERREUR NEED ONERE 18 Using power saving states sssssssssssssseeeeneene ennemis 18 Initiating and exiting Suspend ssseeeem em 19 Initiating and exiting Hibernation seem em 19 Using the POWEN ICON Re RR 20 Using POwer Soning nescrise anak a DAA 20 Viewing the current Power Settings anaunananananasaaaaanananananawnaananasnann 20 Changing the current Power Settings na nannnwwwwwwa nn 20 Using batery POWE errena 20 Displaying the remaining battery charge ssssssseemm emm 21 Charging a battery oo eee cece teenie a nennen nennen nennen 21 Maximizing battery Gian 21 Managing low battery levels sssssssseeennm emere nnnm nnns 21 Identifying low
8. is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms Ey NOTE The computer operating voltage and current can be found on the system regulatory label Input power 49 Operating environment Factor Metric U S Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Nonoperating 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 50 Chapter12 Specifications 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft 13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact for example the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components To prevent damage to the computer damage to a drive or loss of information observe these precautions If removal or installation instructions direct you to unplug the computer unplug it after being properly grounded and before removing a cover Keep components in their electrostatic safe containers until you are ready to install them Avoid touching pins leads and circuitry Handle electronic components as little as possible Use nonmagnetic too
9. located on the left side of the desktop in the Launcher and then click Installed at the top of window to display software categories 2 Click a software category to display the installed software for that category Finding your hardware and software information 3 4 2 Connecting to a network Your computer can travel with you wherever you go But even at home you can explore the globe and access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wireless network connection This chapter will help you get connected to that world Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices e Wireless local area network WLAN device Connects the computer to wireless local area networks commonly referred to as Wi Fi networks wireless LANs or WLANs in corporate offices your home and public places such as airports restaurants coffee shops hotels and universities In a WLAN the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point e Bluetooth device Creates a personal area network PAN to connect to other Bluetooth enabled devices such as computers phones printers headsets speakers and cameras Ina PAN each device communicates directly with other devices and devices must be relatively close together typically within
10. service labels locating 47 setupof WLAN 5 Setup Utility changing the language 40 displaying system information 41 exiting 41 navigating 40 passwords setin 36 restoring default settings 41 selecting 40 starting 40 shipping the computer 33 shutdown 18 slot load optical drive 29 storing battery 22 Suspend writable media exiting 19 initiating 19 system information displaying 41 T temperature 22 TouchPad using 15 TouchPad gestures 17 scrolling 17 traveling with the computer 22 33 48 tray load optical drive 28 turning off the computer 18 U unresponsive system 18 USB cable connecting 26 USB devices connecting 25 description 25 removing 26 USB hubs 25 V VGA port connecting 10 video 10 W webcam 9 Wireless Assistant software 4 wireless button 4 wireless certification label 48 wireless controls button 4 operating system 4 Wireless Assistant software 4 wireless icon 4 wireless light 4 wireless network WLAN connecting 7 corporate WLAN connection 7 equipment needed 5 functional range 7 public WLAN connection 7 security 6 using 5 wireless network securing 38 WLAN device 5 48 WLAN label 48 19 Index 53
11. state the computer initiates Hibernation e If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in Suspend state the computer remains briefly in Suspend state and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available A Connect one of the following devices e AC adapter e Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1 Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation 2 Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery 3 Turn on the computer Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available e Initiate Hibernation e Save your work and shut down the computer Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation follow these steps 1 Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery or connect the AC adapter to the computer and to external power 2 Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button Conserving battery power e Turn off wireless and local area network LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them e Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source e Stop disable or remove any external media cards that you are not using e Decrease screen brightness e Initiate Su
12. that you want to turn on or off 3 Click the x in the top left corner to close the window 16 Chapter 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Horizontal scrolling Horizontal scrolling is useful for moving up down or sideways on a page or image To scroll place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up down left or right motion To enable horizontal scrolling 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and click System Settings gt Mouse and Touchpad Touchpad tab 2 Under Scrolling select Enable horizontal scrolling 3 Click the x in the top left corner to close the window Ey NOTE Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed Edge scrolling Edge scrolling allows you to scroll using the edge of the TouchPad When this is selected slide your finger up and down the right side of your TouchPad to scroll vertically When horizontal scrolling has been enabled you can move your finger left and right along the bottom of the TouchPad to scroll horizontally Bj NOTE To enable horizontal scrolling see Horizontal scrolling on page 17 Using the TouchPad 17 5 Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power When the computer is only running on battery power and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery it is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge Shutti
13. 4 Follow the on screen instructions Creating a restore image on a USB device E NOTE Be sure AC power is connected to the computer you begin Verify the exact amount of free space on your storage device before you begin the creation process For most models you will need at least 8 GB of free space on the storage device However depending on the drivers and software installed on your computer you may need slightly more than 8 GB of space HP recommends that you use a 16 GB device or above for best results ip IMPORTANT Remember to insert your USB device into the USB port on the computer before starting this procedure Chapter 10 Backing up restoring and recovering To create the restore image 1 3 4 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings gt Backup Select Storage from the panel on the left side of the window click the down arrow next to Backup location and select the USB device from the drop down list E NOTE If the USB device is not listed in the drop down list for Backup Location select Local Folder and then click the Choose Folder button Select the USB device from the panel on the left side of the Choose Folder window and click OK Select Overview from the panel on the left side of the window and then click Backup Now Follow the on screen instructions Performing recovery using the restore DVD EG NOTE The following procedure us
14. BIOS and then follow the instructions at the bottom of the screen To activate the assigned function after disabling the action key feature you must press the fn key in combination with the appropriate action key CAUTION Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly Icon Key Description 9 f1 Launches the Ubuntu Desktop Guide a na f2 Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key a f Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key i Chapter 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Icon Key IOl Description Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the computer each time you press the f4 key the screen image alternates from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard The f4 key can also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer f5 Launches the file browser and displays the contents of the Home Folder rr f6 Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD T f7 Begins pauses or resumes playback of an audio CD or a DVD I f8 Plays the next tr
15. Contacting support E NOTE To access the Ubuntu Desktop Guide press the f1 key If the information provided in this user guide or in the Ubuntu Desktop Guide does not answer your questions you can contact 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 Here you can e Chat online with an HP technician Ey NOTE When support chat is not available in a particular language it is available in English e E mail HP support e Find support telephone numbers e Locate an HP service center Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer The labels are in easily accessible locations EF NOTE The location of the labels affixed to your computer may vary by model e Service label Provides important information including the following o l2 CK o E UU S IN Product XXXXXXXX Bgm m E HUE E EE EUN Warranty ly lyOy Model 300000 Component 1 Product name 2 Serial number 3 Product part number 4 Warranty period 5 Model description select models only Contacting support 47 Have this information available when you contact support The service label is typically affixed to the bottom of the computer e Regulatory label Provides regulatory informatio
16. RINA KINANG AA NA 5 Using an Internet service provider ssssssse emm 5 osing Upa WLAN e 5 Configuring a wireless router sssssese emen 6 Protecting your WLAN sssseseeeeenmm eene nemen nennen nennen 6 Connecting to a WLAN n neg cde tapete aad aat e Blandi AG 7 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ssssssssnne mme enne 7 Connecting to a wired network ssssssseseeeeeeenenn mene mnn en nene nn ANN NN rrr nennen rennen nnns 7 Connecting to a local area network LAN ssseenne eene enne 7 3 Enjoying entertainment features La GANA KIBEKETGIDIALIIGG TLAGA 9 Using the WebCalm 2 1 tic ard edem eaae ha ARNAN 9 USING AUDIO E 9 Connecting speakers maa RA ANA cc peer a abere ck ne diet E neo DAL ya ated cu A 9 Connecting headphones aneso oi o dae BN NAA E epa end aad eR ER aad geet aes 9 Connecting a MICKOPNOME RP NG ADA haaa 9 Checking the sound nama ANN ANAKAN NANANA AA ANN 10 BEBE 10 Connecting a VGA monitor or projector sssssssssseeneenne eene 10 Display PO eR a NGA NAAN 12 Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor asteessa ano 12 Configuring audio settings with HDMI TV sesem 13 4 Using the keyboard and pointing devices ccccsceeseeeeeee cece eeee eee eneeeneeeaaseaeeeeeeeseeseeeeeeeseaaenesseneeeeeseeeeees 14 Using the action Keys ert iae na al aae LOAN al acea
17. Saving Changes and then press enter Your change takes effect immediately Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility Setup Utility does not support the TouchPad Navigation and selection are by keystroke e Tochoose a menu or a menu item use the arrow keys e To choose an item in a list or to toggle a field for example an Enable Disable field use either the arrow keys or f5 and f6 e Toselect an item press enter e Toclose a text box or return to the menu display press esc e Todisplay additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is open press f1 40 Chapter9 Using Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics Displaying system information 1 P Start Setup Utility Select the Main menu System information such as the system time and date and identification information about the computer is displayed To exit Setup Utility without changing any settings use the arrow keys to select Exit Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter Restoring factory default settings in Setup Utility 1 2 3 4 Start Setup Utility Use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Load Setup Defaults and then press enter When the Setup Confirmation is displayed press enter To save your change and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes and then press enter The Setup Utility factory settings take effect when the computer restarts Gf NOTE Your password
18. User Guide Copyright 2012 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett Packard Company under license The information contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition November 2012 Document Part Number 709332 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer 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 refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase For any further information or for requesting a full refund of the computer please contact your local point of sale the seller Safety warning notice AWARNING To reduce the possibility of heat related injuries or of overheating the computer do not place the computer directly on your l
19. ack of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD ij 19 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key E f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key Yo 119 Mutes or restores speaker sound qu 12 Turns the wireless feature on or off NOTE A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to navigate the computer with simple finger movements Navigating To move the on screen pointer slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Using the TouchPad 15 To click double click and drag using your TouchPad 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings Mouse and Touchpad Touchpad tab 2 Select Enable mouse clicks with touchpad Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse Using TouchPad gestures To use TouchPad gestures place two fingers on the TouchPad at the same time or use the edges of the TouchPad Ey NOTE TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs Turning gestures on and off To turn the gestures on and off 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and click System Settings gt Mouse and Touchpad Touchpad tab 2 Under Scrolling select the gesture
20. ap or obstruct the computer air vents Use the computer only on a hard flat surface Do not allow another hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to 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 defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment IEC 60950 iv Safety warning notice Table of contents OD PANE LG SOMA LA AA AA AA aaa 1 Best practices cissie nanana anna nananana tenet teeta te NANA aeeaeee eee GN A aAa E aa Aaa Eaa aaa nnne nennen tente nns n nis e nennen nen 1 Fun NGS tO AO mM 1 More HP resOUFreBS zm hee tn dee rne do desi ra amba Na NN us taa Er ue ree ocean 2 Finding your hardware and software information sssssssee emm em 3 2 Gonnsculg tea a sis cio rex reae deseo Y EESS ater SA EXE NIS OT ELE NIE AA 4 Connecting to a wireless network ssssssssseeee eene nenne ennemi ennemi nennen 4 Identifying wireless and network status icons sse m 4 Using the wireless controls d e Oen od e oA ce EURO DA ee RE EOD det EPOD dde 4 Using the wireless button ssssssseseem emm eren 4 Using operating system controls ssssssee emm 5 Usoga WLAN 0A ANG A
21. ays follow these recommendations e lfyouare charging a new battery charge it fully before turning on the computer Ey NOTE If the computer is on while the battery is charging the battery meter in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged e Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it e fthe battery has been unused for one month or more calibrate the battery instead of simply charging it Maximizing battery life To maximize battery life 1 Click the Battery menu icon in the top panel and then click Power Settings 2 Under On battery power e Select 30 minutes from the drop down menu to the right of Suspend when inactive for e Select the Hibernate or Power off option to the right of When power is critically low e Select the Suspend or Hibernate option to the right of When the lid is closed 3 Click Close Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory Some low battery alerts and system responses can be changed using power settings Changes set using power settings do not affect lights Using battery power 21 Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level the following behavior occurs e f Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in Suspend
22. battery levels sse mmm 22 Resolving a low battery level ssssssseenn menn 22 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 22 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 22 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 22 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit FUIDGMNAUOMN pem 22 Conserving battery power cieceeesiiiisene eei nienn ee dde Roe RRYE n RR RR ERR nn RR ER ARD ETENEE 22 Storing a Datla qu C 22 Disposing of a used battery ssssssssssssssssseene enemies 23 Replacing the battery EE 23 Usingexternal AC POWE T m 23 Testing an AC adapter ssssssssssssseense eene niian annii 24 6 Managing and sharing information o rere eerie nere nennen annona unen Pay xo a eon or ons aa Een E EN yyS E tUEN y YS n ERE ERN KG 25 Using a USB device M 25 vi Connecting a USB device reete eene AANGAL NAKA EURO ee ea DA 25 Removing a USB device edle t eret ipd nea Frane ee ERE ua ise d ua inier cs 26 Inserting and removing a digital storage card ssssssssssseee eem en nennen 27 Using optical GIVES TED 28 Insertinig an optical disc uiii reete pee EE HERE e e e EE eR en 28 Tray lOad
23. by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 3 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case When the disc tray fails to open normally 1 Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the release access in the front bezel of the drive 2 Pressin gently on the paper clip until the tray is released and then pull out the tray 2 until it stops 30 Chapter6 Managing and sharing information 3 Remove the disc 3 from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 4 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case Slot load 1 Press the release button 1 next to the drive 2 Remove the disc 2 by holding it by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces rM e a m 3 Place the disc in a protective case Using optical drives 31 7 Maintaining your computer Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis to the latest versions Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer Technology is always changing and updating programs and drivers allows your computer to run the latest technology available For examp
24. e 51 entering a power on password 37 entering an administrator password 37 external monitor port 10 F factory settings restoring 41 fun things todo 1 H HDMI configuring audio 13 HDMI port connecting 12 Hibernation exiting 19 initiated during critical battery level 22 initiating 19 high definition devices connecting 12 Home Folder action key identifying 15 hubs 25 l icons network 4 wired network 4 wireless 4 input power 49 installing optional security cable lock 39 Internet connection setup 5 Internet security software using 38 L labels Bluetooth 48 regulatory 48 service 47 wireless certification 48 WLAN 48 low battery level 21 M managing a power on password 37 managing an administrator password 37 mouse external setting preferences 14 N network connection icons 4 O operating environment 50 operating system 18 operating system passwords set in 36 optical disc inserting 28 removing 29 P passwords set in operating system 36 set in Setup Utility 36 ports DisplayPort 12 external monitor 10 HDMI 12 VGA 10 power conserving 22 power on password creating 37 entering 37 managing 37 product name and part number computer 47 public WLAN connection 7 R readable media 19 regulatory information regulatory label 48 wireless certification labels 48 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 17 security cable lock installing 39 security wireless 6 serial number 47 computer 47
25. e display does not turn on The power lights are off To test the AC adapter 1 2 3 4 Shut down the computer Remove the battery from the computer Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an AC outlet Turn on the computer e fthe power lights turn on the AC adapter is functioning properly e f the power lights remain off check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer and the connection from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to make sure the connections are secure e l fthe connections are secure and the power lights remain off the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced Contact support for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter 24 Chapter 5 Managing power 6 Managing and sharing information Drives are digital storage devices or solid state drives that help you store manage share and access information Your computer has an internal hard drive that stores your computer s software operating system as well as providing storage for all of your personal files Some computers also have a built in optical drive that allows you to read or write to a CD or DVD For added capacity or functionality connect an external drive purchased separately such as an optical drive or hard drive or insert a digital storage card to import information directly from your phone or camera A Universal Serial Bus USB flash drive connected to the USB port on your com
26. e enabled at the factory you can use the wireless button to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously Individual wireless devices can be controlled by clicking on the Network menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then clicking Edit Connections Using operating system controls To enable or disable a wireless or wired network device 1 Click the Network menu icon at the far right of the top panel 2 To enable or disable one of the following devices select or clear one of the following options e Enable Networking all network devices e Enable Wireless Using a WLAN With a WLAN device you can access a wireless local area network WLAN which is composed of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point NOTE When creating a wireless connection or allowing access to users in a network you are prompted for the root password E NOTE The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably e Alarge scale WLAN such as a corporate or public WLAN typically uses wireless access points that can accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions e Ahome or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection a printer and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software To use the
27. ed by the computer Removing a USB device CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device CAUTION Use the following procedure to safely remove the USB device 1 To remove a USB device save your information and close all programs associated with the device 2 Open File Browser by selecting the Home Folder located on the left side of the desktop in the Launcher 3 Click the Eject icon next to the device name in the Devices list on the left pane of File Browser The USB device icon disappears from the list and the device can be safely removed 4 Remove the device NOTE You can also right click the Eject icon next to the device name and select either Eject or Safely Remove The USB device icon disappears from the Devices list and the device can be safely removed ACAUTION To safely remove an external USB DVD drive always right click the icon next to the device name and select Safely Remove This allows the DVD file system to unmount from the operating system and power down the device 26 Chapter 6 Managing and sharing information Inserting and removing a digital storage card To insert a digital storage card NCAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors use minimal force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the card label side up with the connectors facing the computer 2 Insert the card into the digital storage sl
28. ed the latest software updates for the drive If the disc you are using is not clean wipe it with a dry lint free soft cloth Your computer may include an optical drive that supports one or more of the following disc technologies CD A compact disc stores data that is read by a laser from the optical disc drive The following CD formats are available o CD Recordable CD R which allows the computer to read information and to record information one time on the CD Once the information is recorded on the CD R disc it cannot be changed or erased it is permanent o CD Re Writable CD RW which allows you to read information and record information many times to the CD Information on the CD can be erased DVD A digital video disc is a high capacity optical disc It can store more information than a CD A double sided DVD can store up to 17 GB The following DVD formats are available o DVD Recordable DVD R or DVD R which allows the computer to read information and to record information one time on the DVD After the information is recorded on the disc it cannot be changed or erased it is permanent The DVDs can be used in DVD R drives o DVD Re Writable DVD RW or DVD RW which allows the computer to read information and record information many times to the disc Information on the disc can be erased The DVDs can be used in DVD R drives Inserting an optical disc Tray load 1 2 3 4 Turn on the computer Press the
29. ee Using the keyboard and pointing devices on page 14 You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage depending on how you work Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is connected to AC power charges the battery and also protects your work in case of a power outage However when the computer is off and disconnected from external power the battery in the computer slowly discharges Z WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the battery provided with the computer a replacement battery provided by HP or a compatible battery purchased from HP Computer battery life varies depending on power management settings programs running on the computer screen brightness external devices connected to the computer and other factors 20 Chapter 5 Managing power Displaying the remaining battery charge A Click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel Charging a battery WARNING Do not charge the computer battery while you are aboard aircraft The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter or an optional power adapter The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use but it charges faster when the computer is off Charging may take longer if a battery is new has been unused for 2 weeks or more or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displ
30. eling or shipping o Back up your information to an external drive o Remove all discs and all external media cards such as digital storage cards from the computer Turn off and then disconnect all external devices o Remove any media from the drive before removing the drive from a drive bay Z CAUTION Perform this action before shipping storing or traveling with a drive This will help reduce the risk of damage to the computer damage to a drive or loss of information o Shut down the computer Take along a backup of your information Keep the backup separate from the computer When traveling by air carry the computer as hand luggage do not check it in with the rest of your luggage A CAUTION Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk through devices and security wands Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry on baggage use X rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives If you plan to use the computer during a flight listen for the in flight announcement that tells you when you are allowed to use your computer In flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline If the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks remove the battery and store it separately If you are shipping the computer or a drive use suitable protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE If t
31. es the F11 BIOS Recovery feature to perform the recovery 1 2 3 4 5 6 If possible back up all personal files Shut down the computer Be sure the restore DVD or USB device is connected to the computer Restart the computer Using the arrow keys select Recovery and then press enter Follow the on screen instructions G7 NOTE If you are unable to boot start up your computer and you did not create a system recovery disc you must purchase an Ubuntu Operating System DVD to reinstall the operating system For additional information refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet Backing up your information You should back up your computer files on a regular schedule to maintain a current backup You can manually back up your information to an optional external drive a network drive discs or the Ubuntu One website Back up your system at the following times At regularly scheduled times Before the computer is repaired or restored Before you add or modify hardware or software To back up your home directory files to the Ubuntu One website using the Deja Dup Backup Tool G7 NOTE Before you back up your information be sure you have designated a location to save the backup files 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings 5 Backup icon Select Folders from the panel on the left side of the window and beneath Folders to back up select the folder
32. he computer has a wireless device installed the use of these devices may be restricted in some environments Such restrictions may apply onboard aircraft in hospitals near explosives Traveling with or shipping your computer 33 and in hazardous locations If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device ask for authorization to use your computer before you turn it on e Ifyou are traveling internationally follow these suggestions o Check the computer related customs regulations for each country or region on your itinerary o Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer Voltage frequency and plug configurations vary A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not attempt to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances 34 Chapter 7 Maintaining your computer 8 Securing your computer and information Protecting the computer E7 NOTE Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen Security features provided with your computer can protect the computer personal information and data from a variety of risks The way you use your computer will determine which security features you need to use The operating system offers certain security features Additional security fea
33. ion To connect wireless speakers to your computer follow the device manufacturer s instructions To connect high definition speakers to the computer see Configuring audio settings with HDMI TV on page 13 Before connecting audio devices be sure to adjust the volume Connecting headphones You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack on your computer To connect wireless headphones to your computer follow the device manufacturer s instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before putting on headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices Connecting a microphone To record audio connect a microphone to the microphone jack on the computer For best results when recording speak directly into the microphone in a setting free of background noise Using the webcam 9 Checking the sound To check the system sound on your computer follow these steps 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings gt Sound icon 2 Click the Sound Effects tab and then select one of the sound options under Choose an alert sound to test each sound To check the recording functions of the computer follow these steps 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings gt Sound icon 2 Click the Input tab and then se
34. isplay sides and cover Gently wipe the display using a soft lint free cloth moistened with an a cohol free glass cleaner Allow the screen to dry before closing the computer cover Use a pre moistened germicidal wipe to clean the sides and cover Fibrous materials such as paper towels can scratch the computer Ef NOTE When cleaning the cover of the computer use a circular motion to aid in removing dirt and debris 32 Chapter 7 Maintaining your computer Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard ACAUTION Never allow liquids to drip between the keys on the keyboard even when you are cleaning the computer This can permanently damage internal components To clean and disinfect the TouchPad and keyboard use a soft microfiber cloth or a static free cloth without oil such as a chamois cloth moistened with an alcohol free glass cleaner or use an acceptable germicidal disposable wipe To prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust lint and particles from the keyboard use a can of compressed air with a straw extension A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard A vacuum cleaner can deposit household debris on the keyboard surface Traveling with or shipping your computer If you have to travel with or ship your computer here are some tips to keep in mind to keep your equipment safe Prepare the computer for trav
35. ity cable lock 2 3 Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer 3 and then lock the security cable lock with the key eo po 4 Remove the key and keep it in a safe place Backing up your software applications and information 39 9 Using Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics Setup Utility or Basic Input Output System BIOS controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system such as disk drives display keyboard mouse and printer Setup Utility includes settings for the types of peripherals installed the startup sequence of the computer and the amount of system and extended memory Ey NOTE Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly Starting Setup Utility A Turn on or restart the computer While the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen press esc When the Startup Menu is displayed press f10 Using Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup Utility Start Setup Utility Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration Language and then press enter 1 2 3 Use the arrow keys to select a language and then press enter 4 When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed press enter 5 To save your change and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit Exit
36. le older graphics components might not work well with the most recent gaming software Without the latest driver you would not be getting the most out of your equipment There are two ways you can obtain updates for your computer e Goto http www hp com support to download the latest versions of HP programs and drivers In addition register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available e Set your computer to receive automatic updates To set your computer to receive free automatic Ubuntu updates 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click Software up to Date 2 Inthe Update Manager window click the Check button to check for new software updates 3 Click the box next to each update that you want to install and then click the Install Updates button 4 Click Close after the updates have been installed Eyf NOTE To change the settings for software updates click the Settings button on the bottom of the Update Manager window Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer and external devices helps keep them in good working condition If you don t clean your computer dust and dirt particles can build up A CAUTION Avoid using the following cleaning products to clean your computer Strong solvents such as alcohol acetone ammonium chloride methylene chloride and hydrocarbons which can permanently damage the surface of the computer Cleaning the d
37. lect Line in or Internal Microphone from the Record sound from panel on the left side of the window 3 Adjust the input volume by moving the Input volume slider to the desired setting Ey NOTE For best results when recording speak directly into the microphone in a setting free of background noise To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer click the Sound menu icon at the right of the top panel Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your favorite websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer without needing to access a network To enhance your viewing enjoyment use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an external monitor projector or TV Most computers have a video graphics array VGA port which connects analog video devices Some computers have a DisplayPort which connects an optional digital display device such as a high performance monitor or projector Also some computers have a high definition multimedia interface HDMI port which allows you to connect a high definition monitor or TV Ly IMPORTANT Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer using the correct cable Check the device manufacturer s instructions if you have questions Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation co
38. low Using external AC power NOTE For information on connecting to AC power refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the computer box The computer does not use battery power when the computer is connected to AC external power with an approved AC adapter or an optional docking expansion device Z WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the AC adapter provided with the computer a replacement AC adapter provided by HP or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions WARNING Do not charge the battery while you are aboard aircraft e When you are charging or calibrating a battery e When you are installing or modifying system software e When writing information to a disc select models only e When performing a backup or recovery When you connect the computer to external AC power the following events occur e The battery begins to charge e If the computer is turned on the Battery menu icon in the top panel changes appearance When you disconnect external AC power the following events occur e The computer switches to battery power e The screen brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life Using external AC power 23 Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power The computer does not turn on Th
39. ls Before handling components discharge static electricity by touching an unpainted metal surface of the component If you remove a component place it in an electrostatic safe container If you need more information about static electricity or assistance with component removal or installation contact support 51 Index A action keys decrease screen brightness 14 Help 14 Home Folder 15 increase screen brightness 14 next track or section 15 play pause resume 15 previous track or section 15 Switch screen image 15 volume down 15 volume mute 15 volume up 15 wireless 15 administrator password creating 37 entering 37 managing 37 antivirus software using 38 audio functions checking 10 B backing up software and information 39 backups 44 battery charging 21 conserving power 22 disposing 23 life 21 low battery levels 21 power 20 storing 22 temperature 22 battery bay 48 best practices 1 BIOS determining version 41 downloading an update 42 updating 41 Bluetooth device 4 7 Bluetooth label 48 52 Index C cables DisplayPort 12 USB 26 caring for your computer 32 charging batteries 21 checking audio functions 10 cleaning your computer 32 configuring audio for HDMI 13 connecting to a WLAN 7 conservation power 22 corporate WLAN connection 7 critical battery level 22 D default settings restoring 41 digital card inserting 27 DisplayPort connecting 12 drive media 19 E electrostatic discharg
40. n about the computer The regulatory label is typically affixed inside the battery bay e Wireless certification label or labels Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices one or more certification labels are included with your computer You may need this information when traveling internationally Wireless certification labels are typically affixed inside the battery bay 48 Chapter 11 Support 12 Specifications Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer The computer operates on DC power which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source The AC power source must be rated at 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications Operating voltage and current varies by platform Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 18 5 V dc 3 5 A or 19 5 V dc 3 33 A 65 W 19 V dc 4 74 A or 19 5 V dc 4 62 A 90W 18 5 V dc 6 5 A or 19 5 V dc 6 15 A 120W OO DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE This product
41. nal power click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel e Toaccess power settings click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings Power icon Using Power Settings Power Settings is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power You can customize Power Settings to help you conserve power or maximize performance Viewing the current Power Settings A Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings Power icon 3p NOTE To quickly access power settings you can also click the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel and then click Power Settings Changing the current Power Settings 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings gt Power icon 2 Change the settings under On battery power and When plugged in as needed Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is connected to external power the computer runs on AC power If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the computer NOTE When you disconnect AC power the screen brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life For information on increasing or decreasing screen brightness s
42. ng down the computer Z CAUTION Unsaved information is lost when the computer is shut down The shutdown command closes all open programs including the operating system and then turns off the display and computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions e When you need to replace the battery or to access components inside the computer e When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port e When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period To shut down the computer follow these steps Ef NOTE If the computer is in the Suspend state or in Hibernation you must first exit Suspend or Hibernation before shutdown is possible 1 Save your work and close all open programs 2 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click Shutdown Shut Down If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedure try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided e Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds e Disconnect the computer from external power and then remove the battery if the computer includes a user replaceable battery Setting power options Using power saving states The computer has two power saving states enabled at the factory Suspend and Hibernation When Suspend is initiated the power lights blink and the screen clears You
43. nnect a monitor or projector to the computer s VGA port Ey NOTE Adjust the screen resolution of the external device Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel click Displays and then select a resolution from the drop down menu next to Resolution Click Apply to apply any changes 10 Chapter3 Enjoying entertainment features To connect a monitor or projector 1 2 Connect the VGA cable from the monitor or projector to the VGA port on the computer as shown IDI Press f4 to alternate the screen image between 3 display states Ey NOTE Depending on your model the function key for this operation may vary PC Screen only View the screen image on the computer only Duplicate View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device Extend View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device Second screen only View the screen image on the external device only Each time you press f4 the display state changes If your external monitor is not detected after pressing f4 follow these steps 1 2 3 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click Displays Click the Detect Displays button Click the On radio button beneath the display layout If the default monitor is not detected set the resolution and the refresh rate using your external monitor specifications Change the rotation if desired If the display
44. o to get more HP resources Best practices To protect your smart investment after you set up and register the computer we recommend the following steps e lfyou haven t already done so connect to a wired or wireless network See details in Connecting to a network on page 4 e Become familiar with the computer hardware and software Go to Finding your hardware and software information on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 9 for information e Update or purchase antivirus software Learn more at Using antivirus software on page 38 e Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive See Backing up restoring and recovering on page 44 Fun things to do e You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer But did you know that you can also connect your computer to a TV and watch the video on TV For more information see Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor on page 12 e You know you can listen to music on the computer But did you know that you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world See Using audio on page 9 e You know you can create a powerful presentation with your computer But did you know you can also connect to a projector to share your ideas with a group See Connecting a VGA monitor or projector on page 10 Best practices 1 2 More HP resources You have already used Setup Instructions
45. olution of the external device especially if you choose the Extend option Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel click Displays and then select a resolution from the drop down menu next to Resolution for best results 12 Chapter3 Enjoying entertainment features To connect a high definition TV or monitor to your computer 1 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer HDMI ne 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the high definition TV or monitor 3 Press f4 to alternate the computer screen image between 3 display states e PC Screen only View the screen image on the computer only e Duplicate View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device e Extend View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device e Second screen only View the screen image on the external device only Each time you press f4 the display state changes Configuring audio settings with HDMI TV HDMI is the only video interface that supports high definition video and audio After you connect an HDMI TV to the computer you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps 1 Click the Sound menu icon at the right of the top panel and then click Sound Settings 2 On the Output tab click Internal Audio Digital Stereo HDMI 3 Close the Sound window To return the audio stream to the computer speakers follow these steps 1 Click
46. orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer Y of Chapter 2 Connecting to a network 3 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam enjoy and manage your music and download and watch movies Or to make your computer an even more powerful entertainment center connect external devices like a monitor a projector a TV speakers headphones and on select models high definition devices Using the webcam Your computer may have an integrated webcam A webcam is a powerful social networking tool that allows you to communicate up close with friends and colleagues next door or on the other side of the world With the webcam you can stream video with your instant messaging software and with the preinstalled software guvcview you can capture and share video and take still photos Ey NOTE For details about using your webcam click the Help menu in the guvcview software Using audio On HP computers that include an optical drive you can play music CDs download and listen to music stream audio content from the web including radio record audio or mix audio and video to create multimedia To enhance your listening enjoyment attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones Connecting speakers You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to USB ports or the audio out jack on your computer or on a docking stat
47. ot and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated a To remove a digital storage card Z CAUTION To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card 1 Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card 2 Open File Browser from the Home Folder located on the left side of the desktop in the Launcher 3 Click the Eject icon next to the digital card name in the Devices list on the left pane of File Browser The USB device icon disappears from the list and the device can be safely removed Ey NOTE You are prompted that it is safe to remove the hardware device 4 Press in on the card 1 and then remove it from the slot 2 On up o G7 NOTE If the card is not ejected pull the card out of the slot Inserting and removing a digital storage card 27 Using optical drives An optical disc drive uses laser light to read or store large amounts of information Some drives can only read information but others can also write burn information onto a blank disc Use these tips for best performance of your optical drive When the battery is the only source of power be sure the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while an optical drive is writing to a disc The write process is sensitive to vibration Make sure you have install
48. oth device depending on the model A Bluetooth device provides short range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following e Computers desktop notebook PDA e Phones cellular cordless smart phone e Imaging devices printer camera e Audio devices headset speakers e Mouse Bluetooth devices provide peer to peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network PAN of Bluetooth devices For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices see the Bluetooth software Help Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a LAN requires an 8 pin RJ 45 network cable Z WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ 45 network jack Connecting to a local area network LAN Use a LAN connection if you want to connect the computer directly to a router in your home instead of working wirelessly or if you want to connect to an existing wired network at your office Connecting to a wired network 7 8 To connect the network cable follow these steps 1 Plug the network cable into the network jack 1 on the computer 2 Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack 2 or router NOTE If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry 3 which prevents interference from TV and radio reception
49. ow keys to select Exit 5 Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter Downloading a BIOS update Z CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power or connected to an optional power source During the download and installation follow these instructions Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet Do not shut down the computer or initiate Suspend or Hibernation Do not insert remove connect or disconnect any device cable or cord 1 Access the page on the HP website that provides software for your computer 2 Follow the on screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download 3 At the download area follow these steps a Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer Make a note of the date name or other identifier You may need this information to locate the update later after it has been downloaded to your hard drive b Follow the on screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded You will need to access this path when you a
50. puter also allows quick data transfer Some devices use the computer s power to run others have their own power source Some devices come with software that must be installed SX NOTE For information about connecting external wireless devices see Connecting to a network on page 4 NOTE For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use see the manufacturer s instructions Using a USB device Most computers have more than one USB port because this versatile interface allows you to connect numerous kinds of external devices such as a USB keyboard mouse external drive printer scanner or USB hub to your computer Your computer may have more than one type of USB port Be sure to purchase devices that are compatible with your computer Type Description USB 2 0 Transfers data at 60 MB s USB 3 0 Transfers data at 640 MB s USB 3 0 ports also known as SuperSpeed ports are also compatible with USB 1 0 and 2 0 devices Connecting a USB device Z CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector use minimal force to connect the device Using a USB device 25 A Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port Eyf NOTE The USB port on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section NOTE The first time you connect a USB device a message in the notification area lets you know that the device is recogniz
51. r work is saved to memory letting you exit the Suspend state faster than exiting Hibernation If the computer is in the Suspend state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Suspend state the computer initiates Hibernation When Hibernation is initiated your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off 18 Chapter 5 Managing power ACAUTION To prevent possible audio and video degradation loss of audio or video playback functionality or loss of information do not initiate Suspend or Hibernation while reading from or writing to a disc or an external media card Eyf NOTE You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is in the Suspend state or in Hibernation Initiating and exiting Suspend The system is set at the factory to initiate Suspend after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power Power settings and timeouts can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then clicking System Settings Power icon With the computer on you can initiate Suspend in any of the following ways e Briefly press the power button e Close the display Ey NOTE This method works only when the computer is running on battery power e Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click Suspend To exit S
52. rator password To set change or delete this password follow these steps 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer While the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen press esc When the Startup Menu is displayed press f10 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security gt Set Administrator Password and then press enter e Tosetan administrator password type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e To change an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e To delete an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your changes and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes Your changes take effect when the computer restarts Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt type your administrator password and then press enter After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password you must restart the computer and try again Managing a power on password To set change or delete this password follow these steps 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer While the Press the ESC key for Sta
53. re ready to install the update G7 NOTE If you connect your computer to a network consult the network administrator before installing any software updates especially system BIOS updates BIOS installation procedures vary Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is complete Ey NOTE After a message on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive 42 Chapter 9 Using Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is functioning properly To start System Diagnostics 1 Turn on or restart the computer While the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen press esc When the Startup Menu is displayed press f2 2 Click the diagnostic test you want to run and then follow the on screen instructions G7 NOTE If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is running press esc Using System Diagnostics 43 44 10 Backing up restoring and recovering Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent backup As you add new software and data files you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup Performing a system recovery The Deja Dup Restore Tool allows you to repair or restore the comp
54. release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the disc tray Pull out the tray 2 Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label side up over the tray spindle Gg NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle 28 Chapter 6 Managing and sharing information 5 Gently press the disc 3 down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place 6 Close the disc tray NOTE After you insert a disc a short pause is normal If you have not selected a media player an AutoPlay dialog box opens It prompts you to select how you want to use the media content Slot load CAUTION Do not insert 8 cm optical discs into a slot load optical drive It may cause damage to the optical drive 1 Tum on the computer 2 Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label side up 3 Gently slide the disc into the slot load optical drive Removing an optical disc Tray load There are 2 ways to remove a disc depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not When the disc tray opens normally 1 Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the disc tray and then gently pull out the tray 2 until it stops Using optical drives 29 2 Remove the disc 3 from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc Hold the disc
55. requires mirroring click the Mirror Displays check box After the settings are configured click Apply and then click OK Your computer may require rebooting Using video 11 DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to a video or audio device such as a high definition television or to any compatible digital or audio component The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity Ey NOTE To transmit video and or audio signals through the DisplayPort you need a DisplayPort cable purchased separately NOTE One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort port on the computer The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort device To connect a video or audio device to the DisplayPort 1 Connect one end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port on the computer 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the video device and then see the device manufacturer s instructions for additional information Ey NOTE To remove the device cable press down on the connector release button Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor To see the computer screen image on a high definition TV or monitor connect the high definition device according to the following instructions To connect an HDMI device to your computer you need an HDMI cable sold separately Ey NOTE Adjust the screen res
56. rtup Menu message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen press esc When the Startup Menu is displayed press f10 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security gt Set Power On Password and then press enter e Toseta power on password type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e To change a power on password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e Todelete a power on password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your changes and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes Your changes take effect when the computer restarts Entering a power on password At the Enter Password prompt type your password and then press enter After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the password you must restart the computer and try again Using passwords 37 Using Internet security software When you use your computer to access email a network or the Internet you potentially expose your computer to computer viruses spyware and other online threats To help protect your computer Internet security software that includes antivirus and firewall features may be preinstalled on your computer as a trial offer To provide ongoing protection against newly di
57. ryption Wireless encryption uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the network Chapter 2 Connecting to a network Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN follow these steps 1 Besure that the WLAN device is on If the device is on the wireless light is white If the wireless light is amber press the wireless button 2 Click the Network menu icon at the far right of the top panel Available wireless networks are listed under Wireless Networks 3 Click the desired wireless network If the network is a security enabled WLAN you are prompted to enter a network security code Type the code and then click OK to complete the connection Ej NOTE To connect to a network that is not automatically detected click the Network menu icon and select Connect to Hidden Wireless Network Enter the ESSID information and set encryption parameters Ey NOTE If no WLANS are listed and your network is not hidden you are out of range of a wireless router or access point If you do not see the network you want to connect to click the Network menu icon at the far right of the top panel and click Edit Connections NOTE The functional range how far your wireless signals travel depends on WLAN implementation router manufacturer and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors Using Bluetooth wireless devices Your computer may have a Blueto
58. s to back up Backing up your information 45 3 4 Select Storage from the panel on the left side of the window click the down arrow next to Backup Location and select Ubuntu One from the drop down list Select Overview from the panel on the left side of the window and then click Back Up Now G7 NOTE The first time you back up your files to Ubuntu One you will need to create an account to sign into Ubuntu One Enter your email address and password into the account sign in boxes and follow the on screen instructions to complete the sign in process To restore backup files 1 3 4 5 6 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings gt Backup icon Click Restore select the location of the backup files and the folder name and then click Forward Under Restore from When select the date of the files to be restored and then click Forward Select the location and folder where the files are to be restored and then click Forward Follow the instructions on the screen Click Restore to start restoring the files or click Cancel to cancel the operation Ef NOTE You may also back up to cloud storage services provided by various companies For a small fee they will keep your backup for you A cloud service is recommended since it is an easy way to keep your backups off site and safe 46 Chapter 10 Backing up restoring and recovering 11 Support
59. scovered viruses and other security risks security software must be kept up to date It is strongly recommended that you upgrade the security software trial offer or purchase the software of your choice in order to fully protect your computer Using antivirus software Computer viruses can disable programs utilities or the operating system or cause them to function abnormally Antivirus software can detect most viruses destroy them and in most cases repair any damage they have caused Using firewall software Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network The Ubuntu operating system ships with no open ports therefore it does not include a firewall utility in the base operating system However you may use the Ubuntu Software Center located in the Launcher on the left side of the desktop to download Gufw a free Ubuntu firewall utility To install Gufw 1 Click on the Ubuntu Software Center folder located in the Launcher on the left side of the desktop 2 Enter Gufw in the search bar and press enter 3 Double click the Firewall Configuration icon and then click the Install button 4 Follow the on screen instructions To view or modify firewall settings after installing Gufw 1 Select Ubuntu Software Center from the Launcher on the left side of the desktop and then click Gufw E NOTE When accessing Gufw you are prompted for the root password 2 Follow the on screen instructions
60. security and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory settings Exiting Setup Utility To exit Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session If the Setup Utility menus are not visible press esc to return to the menu display Then use the arrow keys to select Exit Exit Saving Changes and then press enter To exit Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session If the Setup Utility menus are not visible press esc to return to the menu display Then use the arrow keys to select Exit Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs Some download packages contain a file named Readme txt which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed Updating the BIOS 41 BIOS version information also known as ROM date and System BIOS can be displayed by using Setup Utility 1 Start Setup Utility 2 Ifthe system information is not displayed use the arrow keys to select the Main menu BIOS and other system information is displayed 3 Toexit Setup Utility use the arr
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62. spend or Hibernation or shut down when you are not using the computer Storing a battery ACAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to a battery do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time 22 Chapter 5 Managing power If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks remove the battery and store it separately To prolong the charge of a stored battery place it in a cool dry place G7 NOTE A stored battery should be checked every 6 months If the capacity is less than 50 percent recharge the battery before returning it to storage Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or more Disposing of a used battery A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or burns do not disassemble crush or puncture do not short external contacts do not dispose of in fire or water Refer to the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices for battery disposal information Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies depending on power management settings programs running on the computer screen brightness external devices connected to the computer and other factors You can find details about the battery by clicking the Battery menu icon at the right of the top panel Ey NOTE To ensure that you always have battery power when you need it HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green yel
63. sword Protects access to an operating system root level account User password Protects access to an operating system user account Setting passwords in Setup Utility BIOS Setup Utility passwords Function Administrator password e Protects access to Setup Utility e After this password is set it must be entered each time you access Setup Utility CAUTION If you forget your administrator password you cannot access Setup Utility NOTE The administrator password can be used in place of the power on password NOTE Your administrator password is not displayed as it is set entered changed or deleted NOTE If you enter the power on password at the first password check before the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu message is displayed you must enter the administrator password to access Setup Utility Power on password e Protects access to the computer contents e After this password is set it must be entered each time you turn on or restart the computer or exit Hibernation CAUTION If you forget your power on password you cannot turn on or restart the computer or exit Hibernation NOTE The administrator password can be used in place of the power on password NOTE A power on password is not displayed as it is set entered changed or deleted For details about each of these passwords refer to the following topics 36 Chapter8 Securing your computer and information Managing an administ
64. the Sound menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click Sound Settings 2 On the Output tab click Internal Audio Analog Stereo 3 Close the Sound window Using video 13 Using the keyboard and pointing devices Your computer allows easy on screen navigation with a keyboard and pointing device Select models also have action keys or hot key shortcuts that enable you to do common tasks The TouchPad enables you to perform on screen functions similar to those by an external mouse To explore the pointing device features and to select preferred settings 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings 2 Click Mouse and Touchpad Use an external USB mouse purchased separately by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer Ey NOTE Depending on the country or region your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in this section Using the action keys 14 An action key performs an assigned function The icons on the f1 through f4 and f6 through f12 keys illustrate the assigned function for that key The f5 key performs the function listed in the table below To use an action key function press the key The action key feature is enabled at the factory You can disable this feature in Setup Utility BIOS See Using Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics on page 40 for instructions on opening Setup Utility
65. the user guides on your computer and or on the CD DVD provided in the box In some countries regions HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box For countries regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format you may request a printed copy from http www hp com go orderdocuments or write to e North America Hewlett Packard MS POD 11311 Chinden Blvd Boise ID 83714 USA e Europe Middle East Africa Hewlett Packard POD Via G Di Vittorio 9 20063 Cernusco s Naviglio MI Italy e Asia Pacific Hewlett Packard POD P O Box 200 Alexandra Post Office Singapore 911507 When you request a printed copy of your warranty please include your product part number warranty period found on your service label name and postal address IMPORTANT Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above For U S support go to http www hp com go contactHP For worldwide support go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact us html Chapter 1 Starting right Finding your hardware and software information 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings 2 Select the Details icon from the System section The Overview displays all the devices installed in your computer including optical drives solid state drives SSDs or a secondary hard drive To find out what software is included on your computer 1 Click the Ubuntu Software Center button
66. to turn on the computer and locate this guide For product details how to information and more use this table Resource Setup Instructions Contents e Overview of computer setup and features Ubuntu Desktop Guide To access this guide press the f1 key e Abroad range of how to information and troubleshooting tips Safety amp Comfort Guide To access this guide double click the HP Documents icon located on the desktop or go to http www hp com ergo e Proper workstation setup e Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your comfort and decrease your risk of injury e Electrical and mechanical safety information Worldwide support To get support in your language go to http Awelcome hp com country us en wwcontact us html e Chatonline with an HP technician e Emailsupport e Find worldwide support telephone numbers e Locate HP service center locations Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices To access this guide double click the HP Documents icon located on the desktop e Important regulatory notices including proper battery disposal information Limited Warranty To access the warranty double click the HP Documents icon located on the desktop or go to http www hp com go orderdocuments e Specific warranty information about this computer You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with
67. tures are listed in the following table Most of these additional security features can be configured in Setup Utility To protect against Use this security feature Unauthorized use of the computer Power on authentication using passwords Unauthorized access to Setup Utility 110 Administrator password in Setup Utility Unauthorized access to data e Firewall software not installed in the Ubuntu operating system by default e Operating system updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility settings and other Administrator password in Setup Utility system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot used with an optional security cable Setup Utility is a utility accessed by pressing f10 when the computer is turned on or restarted When using Setup Utility you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information Several types of passwords can be set depending on how you want to control access to your information Passwords can be set in the operating system or in Setup Utility which is preinstalled on the computer S7 NOTE To reduce the risk of being locked out of the computer record each password and store it in a secure place Protecting the computer 35 Setting passwords in the operating system Operating system passwords Function Root pas
68. uspend A Briefly press the power button When the computer exits Suspend the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power or when the battery reaches a critical battery level Power settings and timeouts can be changed by clicking the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then clicking System Settings Power icon With the computer on you can initiate Hibernation in the following ways e Briefly press the power button and click Hibernate e Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click Hibernate To exit Hibernation A Briefly press the power button When the computer exits Hibernation the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working Setting power options 19 Using the Power icon The Power icon is located in the System Settings folder The Power icon allows you to access power settings view remaining battery charge and select a different power plan e Todisplay the percentage of remaining battery charge when the computer is running on battery power click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings Power icon e To display the battery charge time when the computer is connected to exter
69. uter to its original factory state You can create an image restore DVD using a DVD RW optical drive You can also create a restore image on a USB storage device Z CAUTION Using Restore completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed The recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and programs and drivers that were installed at the factory Software drivers and updates not installed at the factory must be manually reinstalled Personal files must be restored from a backup Ey NOTE HP recommends that you create the image restore in the event of a system failure Creating the restore DVDs The restore creation software creates a set of system restore discs using blank writable DVDs DVD R or DVD R HP recommends using blank DVD R discs from a manufacturer you trust because these recovery DVDs are so important You need approximately 3 blank DVD R discs The program states how many discs are needed at the beginning of the process To create restore DVDs 1 Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel and then click System Settings gt Backup 2 Select Storage from the panel on the left side of the window click the down arrow next to Backup Location and select the DVD from the drop down list Select Overview from the panel on the left side of the window and then click Back Up Now

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