HP Pavilion 11 H100 X2 Pc User Manual

Downloading a BIOS update
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, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the
download and installation, follow these instructions:
Do not disconnect power from the computer...

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run
diagnostic tests to determine whether the computer hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs
outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by
the operating system or other software components.
To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI:
1.Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f2.
The...

10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering
This chapter provides information about the following processes:
●Creating recovery media and backups
●Restoring and recovering your system
Creating recovery media and backups
1.After you successfully set up the computer, create HP Recovery media. This step creates a
backup of the HP Recovery partition on the computer. The backup can be used to reinstall the
original operating system in cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced.
HP Recovery...

separately) to create recovery discs, or you can obtain recovery discs from support. See the
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer. You can also find contact
information from the HP website. Go to 
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or
region, and follow the on-screen instructions. If you use an external optical drive, it must be
connected directly to a USB port on the computer; the drive cannot be connected to a USB port
on an external device, such as a USB hub.
●Be...

●If you have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery
media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive. For more information, see
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager.
●If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager
offers the Remove Recovery Partition option.
For more information, see 
Removing the HP Recovery partition.
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager
HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the...

IMPORTANT:For tablets, connect to the keyboard dock before beginning these steps (select
models only).
1.Press f11 while the computer boots.
– or –
Press and hold f11 as you press the power button.
2.Choose your keyboard layout.
3.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.
4.Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Using HP Recovery media to recover
You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your
system does not have an HP...

11 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...

12 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...

Index
Symbols/Numerics
2-finger click, TouchPad gesture
36
A
AC adapter light, identifying 15
AC adapter, testing 52
action keys
decrease screen brightness
46
Help and Support 46
identifying 14
increase screen brightness 46
next track or section 46
play, pause, resume 46
previous track or section 46
switch screen image 46
volume down 46
volume mute 46
volume up 46
wireless 46
airport security devices 54
alignment post connectors,
identifying 6
alignment posts, identifying 11
ambient light sensor,...

Internet connection setup 21
Internet security software, using
60
J
jacks
audio-in (microphone) 7, 16,
25, 28
audio-out (headphone) 7, 16,
25, 28
K
keyboard hot keys, identifying 47
keys
action 14
esc 14
fn 14
Windows key 14
L
labels, serial number 18
left-edge swipe 44
lights
AC adapter 15
caps lock 13
mute 13
webcam 9, 27
low battery level 50
M
maintenance
Disk Cleanup 55
Disk Defragmenter 54
memory card reader, identifying
15, 27
microphone, connecting 29
microSD memory card reader,
identifying 7...