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 computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop,
press the Windows key 
 on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to
the previous screen.
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in Connecting
to a network on page 15.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. Go to 
Getting to know your computer
on page 4 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 20 for information.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at 
Using antivirus software on page 58.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See 
Backing up,
restoring, and recovering 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 TV or gaming console? For more information, see 
Connecting an
HDMI device on page 24.
●You know you can listen to music you download to 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 
Using audio on page 21.
●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 
Using video
on page 22.
●Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for smooth control of images and
pages of text. See 
Using TouchPad gestures on page 26 and Using touch screen gestures (select
models only) on page 30.
Best practices
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							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
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.
●Find support telephone numbers.
●Locate 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.
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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.
More HP resources
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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, 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 of the TouchPad or touch screen (select models only) to display the
apps. Select the All apps icon.
Right side 
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							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 inactivity. For more information, see 
Intel
Rapid Start Technology (select models only)
on page 38.
(2)
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 on page 52.
(3)
Digital Media Slot  Supports the following digital card formats:
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory
Card
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
(4)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced
USB power performance.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 47.
(5)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
(6)  RJ-45 (network) jack lights 
●White: Computer is connected to a network.
●Blinking amber: Data is being transferred.
NOTE:When both lights are off the computer is not
connected to a network.
(7)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Right side
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							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 prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
(2)  Vent Enables 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.
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							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
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).
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)HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows you to
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam, from the Start screen type c, and then select
CyberLink YouCam.
Display
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							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.
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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 external mouse.
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							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 inactivity.
For more information, see 
Intel Rapid Start Technology
(select models only) on page 38.
(2)
Mute light
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
(3)
Wireless light
●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4) TouchPad light
●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(5)  Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
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