HP Pavilion 17 F100 Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Using the action keys
An action key performs an assigned function. The icon on each of the f1 through f4 keys, the f5 key
(select models only), and the f6 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for that key.
To use an action key function, press and hold the key.
The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS).
See 
Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) on page 59 for
instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the bottom of the
screen.
After you have disabled the action key feature, you can still perform each function by pressing the fn
key in combination with the appropriate action key.
CAUTION:Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the
computer from operating properly.
Icon Key Description
f1Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating
system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to your computer.
Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to support.
f2Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f3Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f4Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For example, if
a monitor is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this key alternates the screen
image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the
computer and the monitor.
f5On select models, turns the keyboard backlight feature off or on.
NOTE:To conserve battery power, turn off this feature.
f6Mutes or restores speaker sound.
f7Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f8Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f9Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.
f10Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
f11Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
f12Turns the wireless feature on or off.
NOTE:A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.
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							Using Windows shortcut keys
Windows provides shortcuts so that you can perform actions quickly. Press the Windows key 
alone or in combination with a specific key to perform a designated action.
Using the hot keys
A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key or the b key.
To use a hot key:
▲Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.
Using the integrated numeric keypad
The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external
numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. For more details
about the integrated numeric keypad, see 
Keys on page 15.
Component Description
num lock key Controls the function of the integrated numeric keypad. Press the
key to alternate between the standard numeric function found on
an external keypad (this function is turned on at the factory) and
the navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on
the keys).
NOTE:The keypad function that is active when the computer is
turned off is reinstated when the computer is turned back on.
Integrated numeric keypad Set at the factory to function like an external numeric keypad. To
alternate between this numeric function and the navigational
function (indicated by the directional arrows on the keys), press
the num lock key.
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							6 Managing power
Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is running
on battery power only and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is important to
monitor and conserve the battery charge. Your computer supports an optimal power plan to manage
how your computer uses and conserves power so that computer performance is balanced with power
conservation.
Initiating Sleep and Hibernation
Microsoft® Windows has two power-saving states, Sleep and Hibernation.
●Sleep—The Sleep state is automatically initiated after a period of inactivity when running on
battery power or on external power. Your work is saved to memory, allowing you to resume your
work very quickly. You can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see 
Manually
initiating and exiting Sleep on page 42.
●Hibernation—The Hibernation state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level.
In the Hibernation state, your work is saved to a hibernation file and the computer powers down.
NOTE:You can manually initiate Hibernation. See Manually initiating and exiting Sleep
on page 42 and Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) on page 42.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video
playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep while reading from or writing to a
disc or an external media card.
NOTE:You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions
while the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation.
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							Manually initiating and exiting Sleep
You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:
●Close the display.
●From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the
charms. Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Sleep.
To exit Sleep:
●Briefly press the power button.
●If the display is closed, open the display.
●Press a key on the keyboard.
●Tap or swipe the TouchPad.
When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen.
NOTE:If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows
password before the computer will return to the screen.
Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only)
You can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power
Options.
1.From the Start screen, type power options, then select Power options.
2.In the left pane, click Choose what the power button does.
3.Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable.
4.In the When I press the power button area, select Hibernate.
5.Click Save changes.
When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen.
NOTE:If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows
password before your work will return to the screen.
Setting password protection on wakeup
To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow
these steps:
1.From the Start screen, type power options, then select Power options.
2.In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup.
3.Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable.
4.Click Require a password (recommended).
NOTE:If you need to create a user account password or change your current user account
password, click Create or change your user account password, and then follow the on-screen
instructions. If you do not need to create or change a user account password, go to step 5.
5.Click Save changes.
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							Using the power meter and power settings
The power meter is located on the Windows desktop. The power meter allows you to quickly access
power settings and view the remaining battery charge.
●To reveal the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, on the
Windows desktop, point over the power meter icon.
●To use Power Options, click the power meter icon and select an item from the list. From the
Start screen, you can also type power options, and then select Power Options.
Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power.
The icon also reveals a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level.
Running on battery power
When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power, the
computer runs on battery power. If the computer has a charged battery installed and the AC adapter
is disconnected from the computer, the computer automatically switches to battery power and the
screen brightness decreases to conserve battery life. The battery in the computer slowly discharges
when the computer is off and unplugged from external power.
Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the
computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors.
Removing a user-replaceable battery
WARNING!To reduce potential safety issues, use only the user-replaceable battery provided with
the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP.
CAUTION:Removing a user-replaceable battery that is the sole power source for the computer can
cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work or shut down the computer
through Windows before removing the battery.
1.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
2.Slide the battery lock (1) to unlock the battery, and then slide the battery release latch (2) to
release the battery.
NOTE:The battery release latch automatically returns to its original position.
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							3.Pivot the battery upward (3) and remove it from the computer (4).
Finding battery information
To monitor the status of your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check
in HP Support Assistant. To access battery information, from the Start screen, type support, select
the HP Support Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance.
HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery:
●Battery test
●Information about battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity
Conserving battery power
Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life:
●Lower the brightness on the display.
●Select the Power saver setting in Power Options.
●Remove a user-replaceable battery from the computer if it will not be used or charged for more
than 2 weeks.
●Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them.
●Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, such as
an external hard drive connected to a USB port.
●Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using.
●Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep or shut down the computer.
Identifying low battery levels
When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level,
the following behavior occurs:
●The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level.
– or –
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							●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification.
NOTE:For additional information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and
power settings on page 43.
The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:
●If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains
briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information.
●If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates
Hibernation.
Resolving a low battery level
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available
●Connect an AC adapter.
●Connect an optional docking or expansion device.
●Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP.
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available
Save your work and shut down the computer.
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation
When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps:
1.Replace the discharged user-replaceable battery with a charged battery, or connect the AC
adapter to the computer and to external power.
2.Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button.
Storing a user-replaceable battery
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for
extended periods of time.
If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the
battery and store it separately in a cool, dry place to prolong the battery charge.
A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the capacity is less than 50 percent, recharge
the battery before returning it to storage.
Disposing of a user-replaceable battery
WARNING!To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not short
external contacts; do not dispose of in fire or water.
See the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for proper battery disposal. To access this
guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
Replacing a user-replaceable battery
Battery Check in HP Support Assistant notifies you to replace the battery when an internal cell is not
charging properly or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. If the battery is
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							possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. A message refers you to the
HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery.
Running on external AC power
For information about connecting to AC power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the
computer box.
The computer does not use battery power when the computer is connected to AC external power with
an approved AC adapter or an optional docking/expansion device.
WARNING!To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer,
a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP.
Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions:
WARNING!Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.
●When charging or calibrating a battery
●When installing or modifying system software
●When writing information to a disc (select models only)
●When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives
●When performing a backup or recovery
When you connect the computer to external AC power:
●The battery begins to charge.
●The screen brightness increases.
●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance.
When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur:
●The computer switches to battery power.
●The screen brightness automatically decreases to save battery life.
●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance.
Troubleshooting power problems
Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to
AC power:
●The computer does not turn on.
●The display does not turn on.
●The power lights are off.
To test the AC adapter:
1.Shut down the computer.
2.Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet.
3.Turn on the computer.
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							●If the power lights turn on, the AC adapter is working properly.
●If the power lights remain 
off, check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer
and the connection from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to be sure that the connections
are secure.
●If the connections are secure and the power lights remain 
off, the AC adapter is not
functioning and should be replaced.
Contact support for information about obtaining a replacement AC power adapter.
HP CoolSense (select models only)
HP CoolSense  automatically detects when the computer is not on a horizontal surface and
adjusts performance and fan settings to keep the surface temperature of your computer at the
optimum level of comfort.
When HP CoolSense is off, the position of the computer is not detected and the performance and fan
options remain at the factory setting. As a result, the surface temperature of the computer might be
higher than it would be with HP CoolSense on.
To turn CoolSense off or on, follow these steps:
▲From the Start screen, type coolsense, and then select HP CoolSense.
Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect
Technology (select models only)
When the computer is in the Sleep state, Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the
computer to exit Sleep. If a network connection is available, Smart Connect updates open apps such
as your email inboxes, social network sites, and news pages and then returns the computer to the
Sleep state. Smart Connect also syncs content that you have created offline, such as emails. When
the computer exits Sleep, you have immediate access to your updated information.
▲To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, from the Start screen, type smart, and
then select Intel® Smart Connect Technology.
Shutting down (turning off) the computer
CAUTION:Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down. Be sure to save your work
before shutting down the computer.
The Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns
off the display and computer.
Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions:
●When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer
●When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video
port
●When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended
period
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							Although you can turn off the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use
the Windows Shut down command:
NOTE:If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or
Hibernation before shutdown is possible by briefly pressing the power button.
1.Save your work and close all open programs.
2.From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the
charms.
3.Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Shut down.
– or –
Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner of the screen, select Shut down or sign out,
and then select Shut down.
If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try
the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:
●Press ctrl+alt+delete, click the Power icon, and then select Shut Down.
●Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
●Disconnect the computer from external power.
●On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery.
Hybrid Graphics and AMD Dual Graphics (select models only)
Select computers are equipped with either the Hybrid Graphics feature or the AMD Dual Graphics
feature.
NOTE:To determine whether Hybrid Graphics or AMD Dual Graphics is installed on your computer,
see your notebook graphics processor configuration and software Help.
Both Hybrid Graphics and AMD Dual Graphics offer two modes for processing graphics:
●High Performance mode—Applications assigned to this mode run on the higher-performance
graphics processing unit (GPU) for optimal performance.
●Power Saving mode—Applications assigned to this mode run on the lower-performance GPU to
conserve battery power.
Using Hybrid Graphics (select models only)
The Hybrid Graphics feature allows an application to run in either High Performance mode or Power
Saving mode, based on the application’s graphics-processing demands. Typically, 3D and gaming
applications run on the higher-performance GPU, and applications with lightweight graphics-
processing demands run on the lower-performance GPU. You can change the mode an application
uses (High Performance or Power Saving) through the Hybrid Graphics control panel.
NOTE:Due to hardware limitations, some applications can be run in only one of the two modes.
For more information, see your Hybrid Graphics software Help.
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