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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Company under license. Intel is a bound by the terms of the HP End User Not all features are available in all editions trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
  • Page 3 Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
  • Page 4 Safety warning notice...
  • Page 5 Processor configuration setting (select models only) IMPORTANT: Select computer models are configured with an Intel® Atom® processor and a Windows® operating system. On these models, do not change the processor configuration setting in msconfig.exe from 4 or 2 processors to 1 processor. If you do so, your tablet will not restart. You will have to perform a factory reset to restore the original settings.
  • Page 6 Processor configuration setting (select models only)

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Starting right ..............................1 More HP resources ..........................1 2 Connecting to a network ........................... 3 Connecting to a wireless network ......................3 Using the wireless controls ....................3 Connecting to a WLAN ......................4 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) ............4 3 Enjoying entertainment features ........................
  • Page 8 Backing up your software applications and information ..............22 8 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................23 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ..........24 9 Backup and recovery ............................25 Backing up your information ....................... 25 Performing a system recovery ......................
  • Page 9 10 Specifications ..............................27 Input power ............................27 Operating environment ........................27 11 Electrostatic Discharge ..........................28 Index ................................... 29...

  • Page 11: Starting Right

    Starting right This tablet is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this chapter to learn about best practices after you set up your tablet and about where to find additional HP resources. More HP resources To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
  • Page 12 Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your tablet and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box.

  • Page 13: Connecting To A Network

    Connecting to a network Your tablet can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and access information from millions of websites using your tablet and a wired or wireless network connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world. Connecting to a wireless network Your tablet may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: WLAN device—Connects the tablet to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-...

  • Page 14: Connecting To A Wlan

    Connecting to a WLAN To connect to a WLAN, follow these steps: Be sure that the WLAN device is on. Swipe from the right edge of the Start screen or the Windows desktop, to reveal the charms. Select Settings, and then tap the network status icon. Select your WLAN from the list.

  • Page 15: Enjoying Entertainment Features

    Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP tablet as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your tablet an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, or TV, or speakers and headphones.

  • Page 16: Connecting Headsets

    To connect wireless headphones to your tablet, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Connecting headsets WARNING! To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. headsets . You can connect wired headsets to Headphones combined with a microphone are called the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) jack on your tablet.

  • Page 17: Setting Up Hdmi Audio

    PC screen only: View the screen image on the tablet only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the tablet and the external ● device. Extend: View the screen image extended across the tablet and the external device. ●...

  • Page 18: Connecting Miracast-Compatible Wireless Displays (Select Models Only)

    Devices, tap Project, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – On select tablet models, from the Start screen, tap the HP Quick Access to Miracast icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Chapter 3 Enjoying entertainment features...

  • Page 19: Navigating The Screen

    Navigating the screen To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows button You can navigate the tablet screen in the following ways: Touch gestures ● External keyboard and optional mouse (purchased separately) ● NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to a USB port on the tablet.

  • Page 20: Two-Finger Pinch Zoom

    Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the touch screen and then moving your fingers ● together. Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the touch screen and then moving your fingers apart. ●...

  • Page 21: Left-Edge Swipe

    Left-edge swipe Use the left-edge swipe to reveal your open apps so that you can access them quickly. Gently swipe your finger inward from the left edge of the touch screen to switch between apps. ● Without lifting your finger, swipe back toward the left edge to reveal all open apps. Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Use the top-edge swipe or bottom-edge swipe to display command options that allow you to customize an open app.

  • Page 22: Managing Power

    Managing power Your tablet can operate on either battery power or external power. When the tablet 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. Initiating and exiting Sleep and Hibernation Windows has two power-saving states, Sleep and Hibernation.

  • Page 23: Manually Initiating And Exiting Sleep

    Manually initiating and exiting Sleep You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: Close the display. ● Swipe from the right edge of the Start screen or the Windows desktop to reveal the charms. Tap ● Settings, select the Power icon, and then select Sleep. You can exit Sleep in any of the following ways: Briefly press the power button.

  • Page 24: Running On Battery Power

    HP Support Assistant app. From the Start screen, tap , type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, tap the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

  • Page 25: Running On Ac Power

    To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the tablet, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the tablet to AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the tablet battery while you are aboard aircraft.

  • Page 26: Shutting Down (Turning Off) The Tablet

    Shut down the tablet. Connect the AC adapter to the tablet, and then plug it into an AC outlet. Turn on the tablet. on , the AC adapter is working properly. If the tablet or the power lights turn ● off , check the connection from the AC adapter to the If the tablet or the power lights remain ●...

  • Page 27: Maintaining Your Tablet

    Follow the on-screen instructions. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your tablet. For example, older graphics components might not work well with the most recent gaming software. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most out of your equipment.

  • Page 28: Cleaning Your Tablet

    Cleaning your tablet Use the following products to safely clean your tablet: Dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 0.3 percent maximum concentration (for example, ● disposable wipes, which come in a variety of brands) Alcohol-free glass-cleaning fluid ● Solution of water and mild soap ●...

  • Page 29: Traveling With Or Shipping Your Tablet

    Traveling with or shipping your tablet If you have to travel with or ship your tablet, follow these tips to keep your equipment safe. Prepare the tablet for traveling or shipping: ● Back up your information to an external drive. ◦...

  • Page 30: Securing Your Tablet And Information

    Additional passwords can be set in Windows or in the HP Setup Utility (BIOS) that is preinstalled on your tablet. You may find it helpful to use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security feature.

  • Page 31: Setting Setup Utility (Bios) Passwords

    For more information about tablet viruses, from the Start screen, tap , type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app, or from the Windows desktop, tap the question mark icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

  • Page 32: Using Firewall Software

    Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked. Installing software updates HP, Windows, and third-party software installed on your tablet should be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. For more information, see Updating programs...

  • Page 33: Using Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi)

    Using 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.

  • Page 34: Downloading Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics (Uefi) To A Usb Device

    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 Go to http://hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags.

  • Page 35: Backup And Recovery

    For detailed instructions on various backup and restore options, perform a search for these topics in Windows Help and Support. In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your tablet.

  • Page 36: Using Windows Refresh Or Windows Reset

    Press and hold the Volume down button. While continuing to hold the Volume down button, press the power button to turn on the tablet. The Startup menu is displayed. Tap F9 Boot Options. Select the external flash drive as the boot device. Restart the tablet.

  • Page 37: 10 Specifications

    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 DC power within the following specifications. Operating voltage and current varies by platform.

  • Page 38: 11 Electrostatic Discharge

    11 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.

  • Page 39: Index

    14 initiating 13 public WLAN connection 4 high-definition devices, backing up software and connecting 6, 7, 8 information 22 recovery 26 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics battery refresh 26 (UEFI) conserving power 14 right-edge swipe touch screen downloading 24 discharging 14...
  • Page 40 two-finger pinch/zoom 10 two-finger scroll 9 traveling with the tablet 19 turning off the tablet 16 two-finger click touch screen gesture 10 two-finger pinch/zoom touch screen gesture 10 two-finger scroll touch screen gesture 9 unresponsive system 16 updating programs and drivers using external AC power 15 using passwords 20 video 6...

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