HP Pavilion 13 A100 X360 Convertible Pc User Manual

							More HP resources
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions●Overview of computer setup and features
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, from the Start screen,
type help, and then from the Search window, select
Help and 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.●A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips
Worldwide support
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.●Online chat with an HP technician
●Support telephone numbers
●HP service center locations
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
1.From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2.Select My computer, and then select User
guides.
‒ or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/ergo.●Proper workstation setup
●Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your
comfort and decrease your risk of injury
●Electrical and mechanical safety information
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this guide:
▲From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.●Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal
information
Limited Warranty*
To access this guide:
1.From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2.Select My computer, and then select Warranty
and services.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.●Specific warranty information about this computer
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with 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:
●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA
●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
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When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product 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.
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							2 Getting to know your computer
Finding your hardware and software information
Locating hardware
To find out what hardware is installed on your computer:
1.From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select System and Security, select System, and then click Device Manager in the left column.
A list displays all the devices installed on your computer.
To find out information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number,
press fn+esc.
Locating software
To find out what software is installed on your computer:
▲From the Start screen, click the down arrow in the lower-left corner of the screen.
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							Right side
Component Description
(1)
Hard drive light
●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
NOTE:For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,
see 
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)on page 48.
(2)
Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or
access information.
To insert a card:
Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the slot,
insert the card into the slot, and then push in on the card
until it is firmly seated.
To remove a card:
Press in on the card it until it pops out.
(3)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such
as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or
USB hub.
(4)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
(5)
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
●White: The network is connected.
●Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(6)  AC adapter light
●On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Off: The computer is using battery power.
(7)  Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(8)  Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
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							Left side
Component Description
(1)
Power button
●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
initiate Sleep.
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
button briefly to exit Sleep.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briefly to exit Hibernation.
CAUTION:Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power
options. From the Start screen, type power, select Power
and sleep settings, and then select Power and sleep from
the list of applications.
(2)  Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE:The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
(3)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(4)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also
connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does
not support optional microphone-only devices.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, refer to the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access
this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
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							Component Description
NOTE:Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
(5)
Volume button Controls speaker volume.
To decrease speaker volume, press the – edge of the
button.
To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the
button.
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							Display
Component Description
(1)WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(2)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(3)Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type camera, and
then select Camera from the list of applications.
(4)Internal microphone Records sound.
(5)Windows button Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Windows desktop.
NOTE:Pressing the Windows button again will return you to
the previous screen.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the 
Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices
 that applies to your country or region. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support,
and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
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							Display modes
Your computer has a hinge that allows you to rotate the display 360 degrees. This allows you to use
your computer in three modes: productivity mode, entertainment mode, or tablet mode.
Mode Description
Productivity
mode
To use the notebook in productivity mode, raise the display
until you can view the display (about 90 to 100 degrees).
Entertainment
mode
To use your notebook in entertainment mode, raise the
display, and then rotate it backward to a stand position
(about 315 degrees). You can rest the notebook on the
computer bottom or stand it on the front edges.
NOTE:The Touchpad and keyboard functions are locked
during this mode.
Tablet mode
To use your notebook as a tablet, raise the display, and
then rotate it backward until it is flush with the computer
bottom (360 degrees).
NOTE:The Touchpad and keyboard functions are locked
during this mode.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe
gestures. For more information, see 
Edge swipes
on page 31.
(2)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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							Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light
●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-
saving state. The computer shuts off power to the
display and other unneeded components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of
power.
(2)  Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
(3)
Mute light
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
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