HP Pavilion 15 B100 Sleekbook 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 go to get
more HP resources.
Best practices
To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we recommend
the following steps:
●Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows®
features.
TIP:To quickly return to the...

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...

Resource Contents
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...

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, select Device Manager.
A list displays 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...

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.
NOTE:For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from...

Component Description
(8) AC adapter 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.
(9)
Power connector  Connects an AC adapter.
Left side
Component Description
(1)  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...

Component Description
(3)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB 2.0 device.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 47.
(4)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television
audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone.
The jack does not support optional microphone-only devices.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust...

Component Description
(4)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 Start screen, type support, select the HP
Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides.
8...

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TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light 
●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off.
(3)  TouchPad zone  Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on
the screen.
NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures.
For more information, see 
Edge swipes on page 29.
(4)  Left TouchPad button  Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an...

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.
For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start Technology
feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start Technology
allows your computer to resume quickly from...