HP Pavilion 15 Ab000 Notebook Pc Series 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.
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.
NOTE:HP picks is available in select countries only.
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 All apps screen.
Best practices
After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of
your smart investment:
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery media. See 
Backing up, restoring, and recovering
on page 48.
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in 
Connecting
to a network on page 17.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. For more information, see 
Getting to
know your computer on page 4 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 21.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. See 
Using antivirus software on page 41.
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							More HP resources
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 tohttp://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.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question
mark icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
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 document:
1.From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question
mark icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
2.Select My computer, and then select User
guides.●Important regulatory notices, including information about
proper battery disposal
Limited Warranty*
To access this document:
1.From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –●Specific warranty information about this computer
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							Resource Contents
From the Windows desktop, click the question
mark icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
2.Select My computer, and then select Warranty
and services.
‒ or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
*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
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.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start button, 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.
For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn
+esc (select models only).
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.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.
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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 components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of
power.
(2)
Drive light
●Blinking white: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
(3)
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 document:
▲From the Start screen, type support, and then select
the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark
icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar.
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).
(4)
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5)
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 High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) device.
(6)  Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
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							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.
(7)
 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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Component Description
(1)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2)
 AC adapter/battery light
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
fully charged.
●Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and
the battery has reached a low battery level.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●Off: The battery is not charging.
(3)
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
●White: The network is connected.
●Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(4)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5)
Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that enable you to 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.
(6)
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(7)  Optical drive eject button Releases the disc tray.
(8)
 Optical drive Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc
or reads and writes to an optical disc.
NOTE:For disc compatibility information, go to the Help
and Support web page (see 
More HP resources
on page 2). Follow the web page instructions to select your
computer model. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
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							Display
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
(2)WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(3)Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(4)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(5)Webcam
‒ or –
3D camera (select models only)Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam or 3D camera:
▲From the Start screen, type camera, and then select
Camera from the list of applications.
NOTE:A 3D camera captures 3D images and displays them
on the computer screen. It includes additional hardware (a 3D
camera sensor and a 3D laser projector) plus special software.
To learn more about using a 3D camera, open the Intel
RealSense app Welcome to Intel RealSense. To access the 3D
camera apps, go to the Intel RealSense Technology app.
*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 document:
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							Component Description
From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
(2)Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(3)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(4)Webcam
‒ or –
3D camera (select models only)Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam or 3D camera:
▲From the Start screen, type camera, and then select
Camera from the list of applications.
NOTE:A 3D camera captures 3D images and displays them
on the computer screen. It includes additional hardware (a 3D
camera sensor and a 3D laser projector) plus special software.
To learn more about using a 3D camera, open the Intel
RealSense app Welcome to Intel RealSense. To access the 3D
camera apps, go to the Intel RealSense Technology app.
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							Component Description
(5)WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
*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 document:
From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
items on the screen.
(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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