HP Pavilion 15 P000 Notebook Pc Series Manual

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							1 Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the most
out of your computer, 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
After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of
your smart investment:
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in 
Connecting
to a network on page 16.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. Go to 
Getting to know your computer
on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 22 for information.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at 
Using antivirus software on page 50.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See 
Backing up,
restoring, and recovering on page 55.
Fun things to do
●You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can also
connect your computer to a TV and watch the video on TV? For more information, see
Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable on page 25.
●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 
Using
audio on page 23.
●Experience music the way the artist intended, with deep controlled bass and clear, pure sound.
See 
Using Beats Audio (select models only) on page 24.
●Use the TouchPad and the new Windows® touch gestures for smooth control of images and
pages of text. See 
Using the TouchPad and gestures on page 27.
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							More HP resources
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. For 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, select Start > 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.
Worldwide support
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.html.●Chat online with an HP technician
●Support telephone numbers
●HP service center locations
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide, select Start > HP Support
Assistant  > Next > My computer > 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 guide, select Start > HP Support
Assistant  > Next > My computer > User Guides.●Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal
information
Limited Warranty*
To access this guide, select Start > HP Support
Assistant  > Next > My computer > User Guides.
– 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.Select Start > 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.
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:
▲Select Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features.
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							Right side
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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 unneeded components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of
power.
(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 (select models only)on page 43.
(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, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access
the user guides, select Start > Help and Support > User
Guides.
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 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5)  Optical drive Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc
or reads and writes to an optical disc.
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							Component Description
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.
(6)
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.
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 unneeded components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of
power.
(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 (select models only)on page 43.
(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, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access
the user guides, select Start > Help and Support > User
Guides.
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).
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							Component Description
(4)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5)  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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							Left side
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2)
AC adapter light
●Amber: The battery is charging.
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charged.
●Off: The computer is using battery power.
(3)
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
●White: The network is connected.
●Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(4)  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.
(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 HDMI device.
(6)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device,
such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer,
scanner or USB hub.
(7)  Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that 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.
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							Component Description
(1)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2)
AC adapter light
●Amber: The battery is charging.
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charged.
●Off: The computer is using battery power.
(3)
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.
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
●White: The network is connected.
●Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(5)  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.
(6)
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 device.
(7)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device,
such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer,
scanner or USB hub.
(8)  Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that 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.
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