HP Stream 8 Manual

Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwordsPasswordFunctionAdministrator password●Must be entered each time you access Setup Utility 
(BIOS).
●If you forget your administrator password, you cannot 
access Setup Utility (BIOS).
Power-on password●Must be entered each time you turn on or restart the 
tablet.
●If you forget your power-on password, you cannot turn 
on or restart the tablet.
To set, change, or delete an administrator or power-on password in Setup Utility (BIOS):
NOTE:If you have tablet with a...

Using firewall software
Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. A firewall can be 
software you install on your tablet and/or network, or it can be a combination of both hardware and 
software.
There are two types of firewalls to consider:
●Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the tablet it is installed on.
●Network-based firewalls—Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network 
to protect all the computers on the network.
When a firewall...

8Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run 
diagnostic tests to determine whether the tablet hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs 
outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by  the operating system or other software components.
To start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI):
1.Turn off the tablet.
2.Press and hold the Volume down button.
3.While...

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB 
deviceNOTE:Instructions for downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) are provided in English 
only.
There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device:
Option 1: HP PC Diagnostics homepage— Provides access to the latest UEFI version
1.Go to http://hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags.
2.Tap the UEFI Download link, and then select Run.
Option 2: Support and Drivers pages—Provide downloads for a specific product for earlier and...

9Backup and recovery
To protect your information, use Windows backup and restore utilities to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive, or create system restore points. In case of system failure, you 
can use the backup files to restore the contents of your tablet.
1.Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and then tap 
the search box.
2.In the search box, type restore, and then select from the list of displayed options.
NOTE:For...

4.Press and hold the Volume down button.
5.While continuing to hold the Volume down button, press the power button to turn on the tablet.
The Startup menu is displayed.
6.Tap F9 Boot Options.
7.Select the external flash drive as the boot device.
8.Restart the tablet.
Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset
When your tablet 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.
The Windows Reset option allows...

10Specifications
Input power 
The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the tablet.
The tablet 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 tablet can be powered from a  standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source 
that is supplied and approved by HP for use with this tablet.
The tablet can operate on...

11Electrostatic 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 tablet, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe 
these precautions:
●If removal or installation instructions direct you to unplug the...

Index
A
AC adapter, testing15
antivirus software, using21
B
backing up software and information
22
battery
conserving power14
discharging14
factory-sealed14
finding information14
battery information, finding14
battery power14
Bluetooth device3, 4
C
caring for your tablet18
cleaning your tablet18
connecting to a WLAN4
corporate WLAN connection4
critical security updates, installing
22
D
Disk Cleanup software17
DisplayPort
connecting7
E
electrostatic discharge28
external AC power, using15
F
firewall...

two-finger pinch/zoom10
two-finger scroll9
traveling with the tablet19
turning off the tablet16
two-finger click touch screen gesture
10
two-finger pinch/zoom touch  screen gesture
10
two-finger scroll touch screen  gesture
9
U
unresponsive system16
updating programs and drivers
17
using external AC power15
using passwords20
V
video6
W
webcam
using5
Windows
Refresh26
Windows passwords20
Wireless Assistant software3
wireless controls
button3
operating system3
Wireless Assistant software3
wireless light3...