HP Pavilion 13 P100 X2 Pc User Manual

							1 Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this
chapter to learn about best practices after you set up your computer, fun things to do with your
computer, and where to find additional HP resources.
Revert to the familiar Start screen (select models only)
HP Quick Start gives you the option to use the familiar Start menu from the Windows desktop. Quick
Start functions like the traditional Windows Start menu and enables you to conveniently open files
and programs using the Windows desktop.
●
To open HP Quick Start, go the Windows desktop, and then click the HP Quick Start 
 icon
on the taskbar.
Visit the HP Apps Store
The HP Apps Store offers a wide choice of popular games, entertainment and music apps,
productivity apps, and apps exclusive to HP that you can download to the Start screen. The selection
is updated regularly and includes regional content and country-specific offers. Be sure to check the
HP Apps Store frequently for new and updated features.
IMPORTANT:You must be connected to the Internet to access the HP Apps Store.
To view and download an app:
1.From the Start screen, select the Store app.
2.Select HP Picks to view all the available apps.
3.Select the app you want to download, and then follow the on-screen instructions. When the
download is complete, the app appears on the Start screen.
Best practices
To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we
recommend the following steps:
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wireless network. See details in 
Connecting to a
network on page 22
●Take a minute to browse the printed Windows Basics guide to explore the new Windows®
features.
TIP:To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop,
press the Windows button on the tablet or the Windows key 
 on your keyboard. Pressing
the Windows button or key again will return you to the previous screen.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. For more information, see Finding
your hardware and software information on page 4.
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							●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at Using Internet security software
on page 58.
●Back up your hard drive by creating a recovery flash drive. See 
Creating recovery media and
backups on page 64
Fun things to do
●You know that you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can
also connect your computer to a television or gaming console? For more information, see
Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable on page 32.
●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 
Enjoying
entertainment features on page 27.
●Use the TouchPad and the new Windows touch gestures for smooth control of images and
pages of text. See 
Using TouchPad gestures on page 35 and Using touch screen gestures
on page 17.
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							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 the information in this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions
●Overview of computer setup and features
Windows Basics guide
●Overview of using Windows®
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
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide, from the Start screen, type
support, select the HP Support Assistant app,
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
Worldwide support web page
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.html.●Online chat with an HP technician
●Email support
●Support telephone numbers
●HP service center locations
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this guide, from the Start screen, type
support, select the HP Support Assistant app,
select My computer, and then select User guides.●Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal
information
Limited Warranty*
To access this guide, from the Start screen, type
support, select the HP Support Assistant app,
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
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 c, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager.
A list reveals 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:
1.From the Start screen, right-click using the mouse
– or –
Swipe from the top of the TouchPad to reveal all apps.
2.Select the All apps icon.
Tablet edge components
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							Components Description
(1)
Power button
●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the tablet.
●When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
initiate Sleep.
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
button briefly to exit Sleep.
CAUTION:Pressing and holding down the power button
results in the loss of unsaved information.
NOTE:If the computer has stopped responding and
Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures are
ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at
least 5 seconds to turn off the tablet.
 To learn more about your power settings, see
your power options. Swipe from the right edge of the
TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap
Search, and then tap the search box. In the search box,
type power, tap Settings, and then tap Power options,
or see 
Managing power on page 43.
– or –
 On the Start screen, type power, select Power
and sleep settings, and then select Power and sleep
from the list of applications.
(2)  Alignment post connectors (2) Align and attach the tablet to the keyboard dock.
(3)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(4)  AC adapter/battery light●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charged.
●Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery
level.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●Off: The computer is using DC power.
(5)  Docking port Connects the tablet to the keyboard dock.
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							Components Description
(6)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
NOTE:Stand-alone microphones and headphones with
separate microphone jacks are not supported.
(7)
Micro memory card reader Supports micro Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.
(8)  Vents 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.
(9)  Volume button Controls speaker volume on the tablet.
●To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the
button.
●To decrease speaker volume, press the – edge of the
button.
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							Display 
Component Description
(1)  Internal microphones (2) Record audio, automatically filtering out the noise around you and
cancelling echoes.
(2)  Webcam light On: The webcam is on.
(3)  Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models may allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
 Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen
to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap the search box. Type
camera, and then tap Camera from the list of applications.
– or –
 From the Start screen, type camera, and then select
Camera from the list of applications.
(4) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting
conditions in your environment.
(5)  WLAN antenna* Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(6) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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							Component Description
(7)
Windows button  Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows
desktop.
NOTE:Pressing the Windows button again returns you to the
previous screen.
*The antenna is not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antenna free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
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							Keyboard dock
Top
Component Description
(1)  Alignment posts Align and attach the tablet to the keyboard dock.
(2)  Release latch Releases the tablet from the keyboard dock. To
release the tablet, slide the release latch to the left.
(3)  Docking connector Connects the tablet to the keyboard dock.
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							TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad zone Reads your finger gesture to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures.
For more information, see 
Using TouchPad gestures
on page 35.
(2)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button of an external mouse.
(3)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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