HP Pavilion X2 13 R100dx User Manual

							Edge swipes
Edge swipes allow you to perform tasks such as changing settings and finding or using apps.
Display and select a charm
With the charms, you can search, share, start apps, access devices, or change settings.
▲With your finger, swipe from the right side of the TouchPad.
Left-edge swipe
The left-edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you can switch between them 
quickly.
●Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad.
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							Top-edge swipe
The top-edge swipe displays app command options that allow you to customize apps.
IMPORTANT:When an app is active, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the app.
●Gently swipe your finger from the top edge to reveal the app command options.
Using the keyboard and 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 dock also allows you to use action keys and hot keys to 
perform specific functions.
NOTE:Action keys do not display or function on the on-screen keyboard of the tablet.TIP:The Windows key  on the keyboard allows you to quickly return to the Start screen from 
an open app or the Windows desktop. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous 
screen.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
NOTE:Action keys do not display or function on the on-screen keyboard of the tablet.
An action key on the keyboard dock performs an assigned function. The icon on each of the f1 
through f4 and f6 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for that key.
To use an action key function, press and hold the key.
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							CAUTION:Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the 
computer from operating properly.
The keyboard dock 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 on the keyboard dock, you can still perform each 
function by pressing the 
fn key in combination with the appropriate action key.
IconKeyDescriptionf1Opens 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.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 airplane mode and wireless feature on or off.NOTE:A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.Using the keyboard and mouse41  
						

							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, the b key, or the spacebar.
To use a hot key:
▲Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.
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							6Managing 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
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 44.
●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 44 and Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) on page 44.
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 
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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. 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.
Factory-sealed battery
To monitor the status of your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check 
in Help and Support. To access battery information, from the Start screen, type 
support, select the 
HP Support Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance. If Battery Check indicates that 
your battery should be replaced, contact support.
The battery in this product cannot be easily replaced by users themselves. Removing or replacing the 
battery could affect your warranty coverage. If a battery is no longer holding a charge, contact 
support.
When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of the battery in general 
household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal.
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.
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							●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 –
●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 45.
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.Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to external power.
2.Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button.
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.
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							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.
●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.
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							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 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
To shut down the tablet when it is not connected to the keyboard dock:
●Press the Windows key and the power button at the same time, and then tap Shut Down.
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.48Chapter 6   Managing power