HP Probook 640 G1 K4l16ut Aba 14 Notebook User Manual

							1Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
TIP:To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop,
press the Windows key 
 on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to
the previous screen.
●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
Internet. For more information, see 
Connecting to a network on page 19.
●Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see 
Using antivirus software
on page 63.
●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See 
Getting to know your
computer on page 4 and Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices
on page 24 for additional information.
●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:
From the Start screen, type a, click Apps, and then select from the displayed options. For details
about using the software included with the computer, see the software manufacturer's
instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See 
Backup and
recovery on page 70.
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							Finding information
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resources For information about
Setup Instructions poster
●How to set up the computer
●Help to identify computer components
HP Support Assistant
To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-
screen instructions.●Operating system information
●Software, driver, and BIOS updates
●Troubleshooting tools
●How to access support
Worldwide support
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.html.●Online chat with an HP technician
●Email support
●Support telephone numbers
●HP service center locations
HP website
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-
screen instructions.●Support information
●Ordering parts and finding additional help
●Accessories available for the device
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
▲From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/ergo.●Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits
●Electrical and mechanical safety information
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
To access this guide:
1.From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2.Select My computer, and then select User
guides.●Regulatory and safety information
●Battery disposal information
Limited Warranty*
To access this guide, from the Start screen, select the
HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and
then select Warranty and services.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.Warranty information
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your
computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited
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							Resources For information about
Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a
printed copy from 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:
●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA
●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product number, warranty period (found on your
service label), name, and postal address.
IMPORTANT:Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. 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.
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							2 Getting to know your computer
Right
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. Also connects an optional headset
microphone. This jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access
this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
(2)
USB 2.0 ports (2)  Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports, see 
Using aUSB device on page 48.
(3)  Optical drive (select models only) Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc
or reads and writes to an optical disc.
NOTE:For disc compatibility information, navigate to the
Help and Support web page (see 
Finding informationon page 2). Follow the web page instructions to select your
computer model. Select Support & Drivers, and then select
Product Information.
(4)  Optical drive eject button (select models
only)Releases the optical drive disc tray.
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							Component Description
(1)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. Also connects an optional headset
microphone. This jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access
this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
(2)
USB 2.0 ports (2)  Connect an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports, see 
Using aUSB device on page 48.
(3)  Optical drive (select models only) Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc
or reads and writes to an optical disc.
NOTE:For disc compatibility information, navigate to the
Help and Support web page (see 
Finding information
on page 2). Follow the web page instructions to select your
computer model. Select Support & Drivers, and then select
Product Information.
(4)  Optical drive eject button (select models
only)Releases the optical drive disc tray.
(5)
Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
Left
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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							Component Description
(1)
Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
(2)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(3)  AC adapter/Battery light
●White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.
●Amber: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 0 to 89 percent.
●Off: The battery is fully charged.
(4)  Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE:The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
(5)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6)
RJ-45 (network) jack/lights Connects a network cable.
●Green (right): The network is connected.
●Amber (left): Activity is occurring on the network.
(7)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
(8)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such
as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or
USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports, see 
Using a
USB device on page 48.
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							Component Description
(1)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2)  AC adapter/Battery light
●White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.
●Amber: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 0 to 89 percent.
●Off: The battery is fully charged.
(3)  Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE:The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
(4)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5)
RJ-45 (network) jack/lights Connects a network cable.
●Green (right): The network is connected.
●Amber (left): Activity is occurring on the network.
(6)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
(7)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such
as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or
USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports, see 
Using aUSB device on page 48.
Display
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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							Component Description
(1)WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
(2)Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Record sound.
(3)Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
(4)Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
For information on using the webcam, access HP Support
Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
(5)Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the 
Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices
 that applies to your country or region. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support,
and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
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							Component Description
(1)WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
(2)Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Record sound.
(3)Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
(4)Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
For information on using the webcam, access HP Support
Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
(5)Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the 
Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices
 that applies to your country or region. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support,
and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(2)  TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
screen.
NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe
gestures. For more information, see 
Edge swipes (selectmodels only) on page 28.
(3)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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