HP Pavilion Touch 14 B100 Sleekbook User Manual
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Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your system. Choose the method that best matches your situation and level of expertise: ●If you need to restore your personal files and data, you can use Windows File History to restore your information from the backups you created. For more information and steps for using File History, see Windows Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ●If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled application or driver, use the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option of HP Recovery Manager to reinstall the individual application or driver. From the Start screen, type recovery, select HP Recovery Manager, and then select Drivers and Applications Reinstall, and follow the on-screen instructions. ●If you want to restore the system to a previous state without losing any personal information, Windows System Restore is an option. System Restore allows you to restore without the requirements of Windows Refresh or a reinstallation. Windows creates system restore points automatically during a Windows update and other system maintenance events. Even if you did not manually create a restore point, you can choose to restore to a previous point, automatically created. For more information and steps for using Windows System Restore, see Windows Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. ●If you want a quick and easy way to recover the system without losing your personal information, settings, or apps that came preinstalled on your computer or were purchased from the Windows Store, consider using Windows Refresh. This option does not require backing up data to another drive. See Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery on page 62. ●If you want to reset your computer to its original state, Windows provides an easy way to remove all personal data, apps, and settings, and reinstall Windows. For more information, see Remove everything and reinstall Windows on page 62. ●If you want to reset your computer using a minimized image, you can choose the HP Minimized Image Recovery option from the HP Recovery partition (select models only) or HP Recovery media. Minimized Image Recovery installs only drivers and hardware-enabling applications. Other applications included in the image continue to be available for installation through the Drivers and Applications Reinstall option in HP Recovery Manager. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 63. ●If you want to recover the computers original factory partitioning and content, you can choose the System Recovery option from the HP Recovery media. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 63. ●If you have replaced the hard drive, you can use the Factory Reset option of HP Recovery media to restore the factory image to the replacement drive. For more information, see Recovering using HP Recovery Manager on page 63. ●If you wish to remove the recovery partition to reclaim hard drive space, HP Recovery Manager offers the Remove Recovery Partition option. For more information, see Removing the HP Recovery partition on page 64. Restore and recovery 61
Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery When your computer is not working properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allows you to start fresh and keep what is important to you. IMPORTANT:Refresh removes any traditional applications that were not originally installed on the system at the factory. NOTE:During Refresh, a list of removed traditional applications will be saved so that you have a quick way to see what you might need to reinstall. See Help and Support for instructions on reinstalling traditional applications. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. NOTE:You may be prompted for your permission or password when using Refresh. See Windows Help and Support for more information. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. To start Refresh: 1.On the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms. 2.Select Settings. 3.Select Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the PC settings screen. 4.Scroll the right-side choices down to display Refresh your PC without affecting your files. 5.Under Refresh your PC without affecting your files, select Get started, and follow the on- screen instructions. Remove everything and reinstall Windows Sometimes you want to perform detailed reformatting of your computer, or you want to remove personal information before you give away or recycle your computer. The process described in this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to its original state. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from your computer, and reinstalls Windows. IMPORTANT:This option does not provide backups of your information. Before using this option, back up any personal information you wish to retain. You can initiate this option by using the f11 key or from the Start screen. To use the f11 key: 1.Press f11 while the computer boots. – or – Press and hold f11 as you press the power button. 2.Choose your keyboard layout. 3.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu. 4.Select Reset your PC, and follow the on-screen instructions. To use the Start screen: 1.On the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms. 2.Select Settings. 62 Chapter 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering
3.Select Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the PC settings screen. 4.Scroll the right-side choices down to display Remove everything and reinstall Windows. 5.Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the on- screen instructions. Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state. Using the HP Recovery media you created, you can choose from one of the following recovery options: ●System Recovery—Reinstalls the original operating system, and then configures the settings for the programs that were installed at the factory. ●Minimized Image Recovery—Reinstalls the operating system and all hardware-related drivers and software, but not other software applications. ●Factory Reset—Restores the computer to its original factory state by deleting all information from the hard drive and re-creating the partitions. Then it reinstalls the operating system and the software that was installed at the factory. The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows Minimized Image Recovery. What you need to know ●HP Recovery Manager recovers only software that was installed at the factory. For software not provided with this computer, you must either download the software from the manufacturers website or reinstall the software from the media provided by the manufacturer. ●Recovery through HP Recovery Manager should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues. ●HP Recovery media must be used if the computer hard drive fails. ●To use the Factory Reset or System Recovery options, you must use HP Recovery media. ●If the HP Recovery media do not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from the HP website. 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. IMPORTANT:HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of your personal data. Before beginning recovery, back up any personal data you wish to retain. Using the HP Recovery partition to recover a minimized image (select models only) The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows you to perform a minimized image recovery without the need for recovery discs or a recovery USB flash drive. This type of recovery can only be used if the hard drive is still working. To start HP Recovery Manager from the HP Recovery partition: 1.Press f11 while the computer boots. – or – Press and hold f11 as you press the power button. 2.Choose your keyboard layout. Restore and recovery 63
3.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu. 4.Select Recovery Manager, and follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly. 1.If possible, back up all personal files. 2.Insert the first HP Recovery disc you created into an optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer. – or – Insert the HP Recovery USB flash drive you created into a USB port on your computer, and then restart the computer. NOTE:If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. See Changing the computer boot order on page 64. 3.Follow the on-screen instructions. Changing the computer boot order If computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order, which is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information. You can change the selection for an optical drive or a USB flash drive. To change the boot order: 1.Insert the HP Recovery media you created. 2.Restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f9 for boot options. 3.Select the optical drive or USB flash drive you want to boot from. 4.Follow the on-screen instructions. Removing the HP Recovery partition HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space. IMPORTANT:Removing the HP Recovery partition means you can no longer use Windows Refresh, the Windows Remove everything and reinstall Windows option, or the HP Recovery Manager option for minimized image recovery. Create HP Recovery media before removing the Recovery partition to ensure you have recovery options; see Creating HP Recovery media on page 60. Follow these steps to remove the HP Recovery partition: 1.From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. 2.Select Remove Recovery Partition, and follow the on-screen instructions to continue. 64 Chapter 11 Backing up, restoring, and recovering
12 Specifications Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform. Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 19.5 V dc @ 3.33 A – 65 W DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE:This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. NOTE:The computer operating voltage and current can be found on the system regulatory label. Operating environment Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating5°C to 35°C41°F to 95°F Nonoperating-20°C to 60°C-4°F to 140°F Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating10% to 90%10% to 90% Nonoperating5% to 95%5% to 95% Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating-15 m to 3,048 m-50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating-15 m to 12,192 m-50 ft to 40,000 ft Input power 65
13 Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components. To prevent damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: ●If removal or installation instructions direct you to unplug the computer, unplug it after being properly grounded and before removing a cover. ●Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until you are ready to install them. ●Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic components as little as possible. ●Use nonmagnetic tools. ●Before handling components, discharge static electricity by touching an unpainted metal surface of the component. ●If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe container. If you need more information about static electricity or assistance with component removal or installation, contact support. 66 Chapter 13 Electrostatic Discharge
Index A AC adapter 4 AC adapter, testing 41 action keys decrease screen brightness 32 functions 32 Help and Support 32 identifying 10 increase screen brightness 32 next track or section 32 play, pause, resume 32 previous track or section 32 switch screen image 32 using 32 volume down 32 volume mute 33 volume up 33 wireless 33 antivirus software, using 53 audio 19 audio functions, checking 20 audio-in (microphone) jack 5 audio-out (headphone) jack 5, 19 B back up personal files 60 backing up software and information 54 backups 59 battery conserving power 39 disposing 40 replacing 40 storing 39 battery bay 11, 12 battery information, finding 38 battery lock, identifying 11 battery power 37 battery release latch 11 battery temperature 39 best practices 1 BIOS determining version 56downloading an update 57 updating 56 Bluetooth device 13, 16 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 64 buttons left TouchPad 7 power 9 right TouchPad 7 TouchPad on/off 7 C cables USB 44 caps lock light, identifying 8 caring for your computer 48 checking audio functions 20 cleaning your computer 48 components bottom 11 display 6 left side 5 right side 3 top 7 computer reset 62 computer, traveling 39 configuring audio for HDMI 21 connecting to a WLAN 16 connector, power 4 conservation, power 39 corporate WLAN connection 16 critical battery level 39 CyberLink PowerDVD 22 D deleted files restoring 61 digital card inserting 45 Digital Media Slot, identifying 4 Disk Cleanup software 48 Disk Defragmenter software 47E edge-swipe gestures 26, 30 right-edge swipe 26 top-edge swipe 26, 31 electrostatic discharge 66 esc key, identifying 10 external AC power, using 40 external devices 44 F f1 key 32 f10 key 33 f11 key 33 f12 key 33 f2 key 32 f3 key 32 f4 key 32 f6 key 32 f7 key 32 f8 key 32 f9 key 32 firewall software 53 fn key, identifying 10, 34 fun things to do 1 H hard drive HP 3D DriveGuard 47 hard drive light 4 HDMI configuring audio 21 HDMI port, connecting 21 HDMI port, identifying 4, 18 headphones connecting 20 headset microphone connecting 20 Help and Support how to access 32 Hibernation exiting 36 initiated during critical battery level 39 initiating 35, 36 Index 67
high-definition devices, connecting 21, 22 hot keys description 34 display system information 34 functions 34 using 34 HP 3D DriveGuard 47 HP and third-party software updates, installing 54 HP Recovery Manager 63 correcting boot problems 64 starting 63 HP Recovery media creating 60 recovery 64 HP Recovery partition 63 recovery 63 removing 64 hubs 43 I input power 65 installing critical updates 53 optional security cable lock 54 integrated webcam light, identifying 6, 18 Intel Rapid Start Technology 35 Intel Wireless Display 22 internal microphone, identifying 6, 18 Internet connection setup 15 Internet security software, using 52 J jack audio-in (microphone) 5 audio-out (headphone) 5, 19 network 4 RJ-45 (network) 4 RJ-45 (network) lights 4 K keyboard using 32 keyboard hot keys, identifying 34 keys action 10 esc 10fn 10 Windows 10 Windows applications 10 L labels regulatory 12 service 11 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN connecting 17 latch, battery release 11 left-edge swipe 27, 30 lights AC adapter 4 caps lock 8 hard drive 4 mute 8 power 3, 8 TouchPad 7, 8 webcam 6, 18 wireless 8 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 48 Disk Defragmenter 47 minimized image creating 63 minimized image recovery 63 model description label 11 mouse using 32 mouse, external setting preferences 23 music 19 mute light, identifying 8 N network cable LAN requirements 17 network jack, identifying 4 O operating environment 65 optional external devices, using 44 original system recovery 63P passwords Setup Utility (BIOS) 52 Windows 52 pinch touch screen gesture 29 pinching TouchPad gesture 25 ports HDMI 4, 18, 21 Intel Wireless Display 22 USB 2.0 5, 19 USB 3.0 4, 19 power battery 37 conserving 39 power button, identifying 9 power connector, identifying 4 power lights, identifying 3, 8 power meter 37 power settings 37 PowerDVD 22 product name and number, computer 11 public WLAN connection 16 R recovery 61, 62 discs 60, 64 HP Recovery Manager 63 media 64 starting 63 supported discs 60 system 63 USB flash drive 64 using HP Recovery media 60 recovery media creating 60 creating using HP Recovery Manager 60 recovery partition 63 removing 64 recycle computer 61, 62 refresh 62 computer 61 regulatory information regulatory label 12 wireless certification labels 12 remove everything and reinstall Windows 62 68 Index
reset computer 61, 62 steps 62 restore Windows File History 61 right-click using touch screen gestures 28 right-edge swipe 30 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 4 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 25 security cable lock, installing 54 security cable slot, identifying 5 security, wireless 15 serial number 11 service label, computer 11 service labels locating 11 setting password protection on wakeup 36 setup of WLAN 15 Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 52 shipping the computer 49 Shortcut keys Windows 8 shortcut keys 33 shutdown 42 Sleep exiting 36 initiating 35, 36 slots Digital Media 4 security cable 5 software CyberLink PowerDVD 22 Disk Cleanup 48 Disk Defragmenter 47 software updates, installing 53 speakers connecting 19 speakers, identifying 9, 19 storing a battery 39 stretch touch screen gesture 29 supported discs recovery 60 system information hot key 34 system recovery 63system restore point creating 59 restoring 61 T tapping TouchPad gesture 24 temperature 39 testing an AC adapter 41 touch gestures 23 touch screen gestures 30, 31 edge-swipe gestures 30 edge–swipe gestures 30 one-finger slide 27 pinch 29 press and hold 28 right-click 28 tapping 28 touch screen, using 27 TouchPad 23 TouchPad buttons 7 TouchPad gestures 23, 26 edge-swipe gestures 27 pinching 25 scrolling 25 tapping 24 zooming 25 TouchPad light 7 TouchPad on/off button 7 TouchPad zone, identifying 7 traveling with the computer 12, 39, 49 turning off the computer 42 U unresponsive system 42 USB 2.0 ports, identifying 5, 19 USB 3.0 ports, identifying 4, 19 USB cable, connecting 44 USB devices connecting 44 description 43 removing 44 USB hubs 43 using external AC power 40 using passwords 51 V vents, identifying 5, 11 video 20W warranty period label 11 webcam 19 webcam light, identifying 6, 18 webcam, identifying 6, 18 Windows backup 60 File History 60, 61 Refresh 61, 62 reinstall 61, 62 remove everything and reinstall option 62 reset 62 restoring files 61 system restore point 59, 61 Windows applications key, identifying 10 Windows key, identifying 10 Windows passwords 52 Windows updates, installing 53 Wireless Assistant software 13 wireless button 13 wireless certification label 12 wireless controls button 13 operating system 13 Wireless Assistant software 13 wireless light 8, 13 wireless network (WLAN) connecting 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 equipment needed 15 functional range 16 public WLAN connection 16 security 15 using 14 wireless network, securing 54 WLAN antennas, identifying 6 WLAN device 14 WLAN label 12 Z zooming TouchPad gesture 25 Index 69