HP Pavilion 14 E000 Notebook Pc Series 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 setup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to
get more HP resources.
HP Quick Start (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.
▲...

●You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft applications. 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 24.
●Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for smooth control of images and
pages of text. See 
Using the TouchPad on page 27 and Using TouchPad gestures
on page 27.
2 Chapter 1   Starting right 

More HP resources
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions●Overview of computer setup and features.
Windows 8 Basics guide
●Overview of using and navigating with Windows® 8.
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, from the Start screen,
type h, and then select Help and Support. For U.S.
support, go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For...

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 in your computer.
Locating software
▲To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using
the mouse or swipe from the top of...

Right side
Component Description
(1)  Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.
(2)  Optical drive eject button Releases the optical drive disc tray.
(3)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 42.
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(5)  AC adapter light
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is...

Left side
Component Description
(1)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(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)
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...

Component Description
NOTE:For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,
see 
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)on page 53.
(8)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
Display
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch...

Component Description
To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type c, and then
select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
(5)Internal microphone Records sound.
*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...

Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
(2)
Mute light
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
(3)
Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area...

Buttons and speakers
Component Description
(1)
Power button
●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
●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 Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold...