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    							1.Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click
    Playback devices.
    2.On the Playback tab, click Speakers.
    3.Click Set Default, and then click OK.
    Using Intel Wireless Display and Wireless Music (select models only)
    Intel® Wireless Display and Wireless Music allow you to transmit your computer content wirelessly to your
    receive/display device, such as HDTV, monitor, projector, game console, Blu-ray player, or DVR, by using an
    optional wireless adapter (purchased separately). For details about using the wireless adapter, see the
    manufacturers instructions.
    To open Intel Wireless Display, select Start > All Programs > Intel WiDi.
    NOTE:Before using the wireless display feature, be sure that your wireless device is turned on.
    Using video 21 
    						
    							5 Navigating the screen
    You can navigate the computer screen in the following ways:
    ●
    Touch gestures
    ●
    Keyboard and mouse
    NOTE:An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to a USB port on the computer.
    Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on the keyboard to perform routine
    tasks. Some models have an integrated numeric keypad.
    Some computer models may also have an integrated numeric keypad.
    Using TouchPad gestures
    The TouchPad helps you navigate the computer screen and control the pointer using simple touch gestures.
    You can also use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an
    external mouse.
    You can also customize gestures and view demonstrations of how they work. Select Start > Control Panel >
    Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers > Mouse.
    Tap
    Use the tap/double-tap gesture to select or open an item on the screen.
    ●
    Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad zone to select the item.
    Double-tap an item to open it.
    Two-finger pinch zoom
    Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text.
    ●
    Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers together.
    ●
    Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers apart.
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    							Two-finger scroll
    Use the two-finger scroll to move up, down, or sideways on a page or image.
    ●
    Place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad zone and then drag them up, down, left, or right.
    Two-finger tap
    Use the two-finger tap to open the menu for an object on the screen.
    NOTE:The two-finger tap performs the same function as right-clicking with the mouse.
    ●
    Tap two fingers on the TouchPad zone to open the options menu for the selected object.
    Using the keyboard and optional mouse
    The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functions as you do
    using touch gestures. The keyboard also allows you to use action keys and key combinations to perform
    specific functions.
    NOTE:Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard functions
    than those discussed in this section.
    Using the keys
    You can quickly access information or perform functions by using certain keys and key combinations.
    Using the action keys
    An action key performs an assigned function. The icon on each of the function keys illustrates the assigned
    function for that key.
    To use an action key function, press and hold the key.
    CAUTION:Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the computer
    from operating properly.
    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 45 for instructions on opening Setup
    Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the bottom of the screen.
    Using the keyboard and optional mouse 23 
    						
    							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.
    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 radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on.
    NOTE:To conserve battery power, turn off this feature.
    f11Mutes or restores speaker sound.
    f9Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
    f10Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
    f6Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.
    f7Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
    f8Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
    f12Turns the Airplane mode and wireless feature on or off.
    NOTE:A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.
    Using the hot keys
    A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key, or the spacebar.
    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 11.
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    							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.
    Initiating Sleep and Hibernation
    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 27.
    ●
    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 27
    and 
    Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) on page 27.
    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.
    ●
    Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, 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 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.Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate.
    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.
    To exit Hibernation:
    ▲
    Briefly press the power button.
    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.Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > 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).
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    							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.
    Using the power meter
    The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge.
    ●
    To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer
    over the Power Meter icon, at the far right of the taskbar.
    ●
    To access Power Options, or to change the power plan, click the Power Meter icon and select an item
    from the list.
    Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. The
    battery icon displays a message if the battery reaches a low or critical battery level.
    Selecting a power plan
    A power plan manages how the computer uses power and helps you conserve power and maximize
    performance.
    The following power plans are available:
    ●
    HP Recommended. Automatically balances performance with energy conservation.
    ●
    Power Saver. Saves power by reducing system performance and screen brightness.
    ●
    High Performance. Favors performance, but may use more energy.
    You can also create your own power plan and customize it to suit your needs.
    Use HP Power Manager (select models only) or Windows Control Panel to select a power plan or to create
    your own plan.
    To start HP Power Manager, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP Power Manager.
    To access the Power Options in the Control Panel, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security >
    Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list.
    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. When the computer is off and unplugged from external power, the battery
    in the computer slowly discharges. The computer displays a message when the battery reaches a low or
    critical battery level.
    Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer,
    display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors.
    User-replaceable battery (select models only)
    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.
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    							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.
    To remove the user-replaceable battery:
    1.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
    2.With the battery bay toward you, slide the battery lock latch (1) to unlock the battery and then slide the
    battery release latch (2) to release the battery.
    The battery release latch automatically returns to its original position.
    3.Pivot the battery (3) upward 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, select Start > HP Support Assistant > Next > Battery and
    performance > Power and battery > HP Battery Check.
    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
    Use the following tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life:
    ●
    Lower the brightness on the display.
    ●
    Select the Power saver setting in Power Options.
    ●
    If the computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the
    user-replaceable battery from the computer and store it separately in a cool, dry place.
    ●
    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 computer, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer.
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    							Identifying low battery levels
    When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the
    power meter icon in the notification area displays a low or critical battery notification.
    NOTE:For additional information about the power meter, see 
    Using the power meter on page 28.
    The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:
    ●
    If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates
    Hibernation.
    ●
    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.
    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 your 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,
    select Start > All Programs  > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation.
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