HP Pavilion X2 13 R100dx User Manual

9Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup 
Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the 
computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)
To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on or restart the...

Downloading a BIOS updateCAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download 
and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the 
AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery 
power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the 
download and installation, follow these instructions:
Do not disconnect power from the...

To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI:
1.Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f2.
The BIOS searches three places for the diagnostic tools, in the following order:
a.Connected USB drive
NOTE:To download the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) tool to a USB drive, see 
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device on page 61.
b.Hard drive
c.BIOS
2.When the diagnostic tool opens, use the keyboard arrow keys to select the type of diagnostic 
test you want to...

10Backing up, restoring, and recovering
This chapter provides information about the following processes:
●Creating recovery media and backups
●Restoring and recovering your system
Creating recovery media and backups (select models only)
1.After you successfully set up the computer, create HP Recovery media. This step creates a 
backup of the HP Recovery partition on the computer. The backup can be used to reinstall the 
original operating system in cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been...

separately) to create recovery discs, or you can obtain recovery discs for your computer from 
support. See the 
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer. You can 
also find contact information from the HP website. Go to 
http://www.hp.com/support, select your 
country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. If you use an external optical drive, it 
must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer; the drive cannot be connected to a 
USB port on an external device,...

●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 64.
●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 (select models only) 
on page 65.
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager
HP...

To start HP Recovery Manager from the HP Recovery partition:IMPORTANT:For tablets, connect to the keyboard dock before beginning these steps (select 
models only).
1.Press f11 while the computer boots.
– or –
Press and hold f11 as you press the power button.
2.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.
3.Select Recovery Manager, and then 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...

11Specifications
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...

12Electrostatic 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...

Index
Symbols/Numerics
2-finger pinch zoom Touch screen gesture
20
2-finger pinch zoom TouchPad gesture
37
A
AC adapter light, identifying15
AC adapter, testing47
action keys
decrease screen brightness
41
Help and Support41
identifying12
increase screen brightness41
next track or section41
play, pause, resume41
previous track or section41
switch screen image41
volume down41
volume mute41
volume up41
wireless41
airport security devices50
alignment post connectors, identifying
6
alignment posts,...