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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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.
Table of contents 1 Product description ....................................1 2 Getting to know your computer ................................5 Locating hardware ..................................5 Locating software ..................................5 Right side ....................................6 Left side ..................................... 7 Display ......................................8 Keyboard area ................................... 9 TouchPad ................................9 Lights ...................................
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Determining the BIOS version ......................... 68 Downloading a BIOS update ..........................69 7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ............................70 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ................71 8 Specifications ......................................72 9 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ..............................73 Creating recovery media and backups ..........................
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10 Power cord set requirements ................................78 Requirements for all countries ............................78 Requirements for specific countries and regions ......................78 11 Recycling ....................................... 80 Index ..........................................81...
Product description Category Description Product Name HP Pavilion 15 Laptop PC (model numbers 15-ck001 through 15-ck099) Processors ● Intel® Core™ i7-8550U 1.80-GHz (turbo up to 4.00-GHz) quad core processor (2400-MHz, 8.0-MB L3 cache, 15-W) Intel Core i5-8250U 1.66-GHz (turbo up to 3.40-GHz) quad core processor (2400-MHz, 6.0-MB L3 cache, ●...
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HP Wide Vision FHD infrared camera with indicator light, 2 infrared lights, USB 2.0, FHD Hybrid BSI sensor, f2.2, wide dynamic range (WDR), 88° WFOV, 1080p by 30 frames per second HP Wide Vision HD camera with indicator light, USB 2.0, HD BSI sensor, f2.0, WDR, 88° WFOV, 720p by 30 frames per second...
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Support for the following AC adapters: 90-W AC adapter (PFC, S-3P, 4.5-mm) ● ● 65-W HP Smart AC adapter (non-PFC, EM, RC, 4.5-mm) ● 65-W AC adapter (non-PFC, S-3P, 4.5-mm) ● 45-W HP Smart AC adapter (non-PFC, RC, 4.5-mm, non-slim) Support for a 1.00-m power cord with a C5 connector.
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Category Description Operating system For developed market (ML): Windows 10 Home ML and Windows 10 Home Plus ML (continued) For emerging market (EM/SL): Windows 10 Home EM/SL and Windows 10 Home Plus EM/SL For China market: CPPP Windows 10 Home High End China Language Edition and CPPP Windows 10 Home China Language Edition FreeDOS 2.0 Serviceability...
Getting to know your computer The computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about the computer components, where they're located, and how they work. Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on the computer: ▲ Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app. A list displays all the devices installed on the computer.
Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. USB Type-C port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then ▲ select HP Documentation. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
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: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. ▲...
Keyboard area TouchPad Component Description TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Keyboard area...
Lights Component Description Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
Button and speakers Component Description Power button When the computer is off, press the button to turn on ● the computer. When the computer is on, press the button briefly to ● initiate Sleep. When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button ●...
Special keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with another key. Windows® key Opens the Start menu. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu. Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
Bottom Component Description 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. Bottom...
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Locating the model number, serial number, product number, and...
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Item Component Spare part number Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly spare part information, see Display assembly components on page Keyboard/top cover with backlight (includes backlight cable and keyboard cable): In mineral silver finish with speaker grille in natural silver finish: For use in Belgium L01924-A41...
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Item Component Spare part number For use in France L01925-051 For use in Germany L01925-041 For use in Greece L01925-151 For use in Hungary L01925-211 For use in Israel L01925-BB1 For use in Italy L01925-061 For use in the Netherlands L01925-B31 For use in Portugal L01925-131...
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Item Component Spare part number For use in Romania L01926-271 For use in Russia L01926-251 For use in Saudi Arabia L01926-171 For use in Slovenia L01926-BA1 For use in South Korea L01926-AD1 For use in Spain L01926-071 For use in Switzerland L01926-BG1 For use in Taiwan L01926-AB1...
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Item Component Spare part number For use in Thailand L01927-281 For use in Turkey L01927-141 For use in the United Kingdom L01927-031 For use in the United States L01927-001 Keyboard/top cover without backlight (includes keyboard cable): In silk gold with speaker grille in natural silver finish: For use in Belgium L01928-A41 For use in Bulgaria...
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Item Component Spare part number For use in the Czech Republic and Slovakia L01929-FL1 For use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway L01929-DH1 For use in France L01929-051 For use in Germany L01929-041 For use in Greece L01929-151 For use in Hungary L01929-211 For use in Israel L01929-BB1...
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Item Component Spare part number subsystem with up to 2048-MB of discrete video memory (256-MB×32 GDDR5×2 pieces, 1.5- V 7-Gbps downgrade to 1.35-V 5-Gbps), and the Windows 10 operating system Equipped with an Intel Core i7-8550U 1.80-GHz (turbo up to 4.00-GHz) quad core processor L01683-001 (2400-MHz, 8.0-MB L3 cache, 15-W), an NVIDIA N16S-GTR (GeForce 940MX) graphics subsystem with up to 2048-MB of discrete video memory (256-MB×32 GDDR5×2 pieces, 1.5-...
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Item Component Spare part number (10a) For use only on computer models equipped with an NVIDIA N16S-GTR (GeForce 940MX) 927920-001 graphics subsystem (10a) For use only on computer models equipped with an NVIDIA N17S-G1 (GeForce MX150) L02817-001 graphics subsystem (10b) For use only on computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with UMA memory 927919-001 (11)
Display assembly components Item Component Spare part number Display bezel: For use only on computer models equipped with an infrared webcam L01843-001 For use only on computer models equipped with a non-infrared webcam L01842-001 Display panel: 15.6-in, FHD, AntiGlare, LED, UWVA, TouchScreen display panel assembly L01675-001 15.6-in, FHD, BrightView, LED, UWVA, display panel assembly L01674-001...
Component Spare part number AC adapter: 90-W AC adapter (PFC, S-3P, 4.5-mm) 710413-001 65-W HP Smart AC adapter (non-PFC, EM, RC, 4.5-mm) 913691-850 65-W AC adapter (non-PFC, S-3P, 4.5-mm) 710412-001 45-W HP Smart AC adapter (non-PFC, RC, 4.5-mm, non-slim) 741727-001 HP external DVD±RW DL SuperMulti Drive...
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Component Spare part number USB Type-C–to–VGA adapter 831751-001 Power cord (C5 connector, 1.00-m): For use in Australia 920688-011 For use in Brazil 920688-004 For use in Denmark 920688-007 For use in Europe 920688-005 For use in India 920688-016 For use in Israel 920688-008 For use in Italy 920688-002...
Removal and replacement preliminary requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screw driver ● Magnetic screw driver Phillips P0 screw driver ● Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.
Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer. Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat or seat the cables during removal and insertion.
Grounding guidelines Electrostatic discharge damage Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can destroy static-sensitive devices or microcircuitry.
Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes. ● ● Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging. Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations. ●...
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Equipment guidelines Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation. ● When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. There are as many as 58 screws that must be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing authorized service provider only parts.
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Remove the following screws that secure the bottom cover to the computer: (2) Four Phillips M2.5×6.7 screws under the rubber feet (3) Three Phillips M2.0×5.7 screws on the front edge Insert a case utility tool (1) or similar thin, plastic tool into the hinge areas of the bottom cover. Lift up on the rear edge of the bottom cover (2) until it separates from the keyboard/top cover.
Battery Description Spare part number 3-cell, 41-WHr, 3.6-AHr, Li-ion battery 920070-855 Before removing the battery, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
Hard drive NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket or the hard drive cable. The hard drive bracket is available using spare part number 933608-001. The hard drive cable is available using spare part number L01855-001.
Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to installing new memory may result in various system problems. To update BIOS: Navigate to www.hp.com. Click Support & Drivers, and then click Drivers & Software. In the Enter a product name/number box, type the computer model information, and then click Search.
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Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet, and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
WLAN module Description Spare part number Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 802.11AC 1×1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter (non-vPro) 863934-855 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 802.11 AC 2×2 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter (non-vPro) 901229-855 Realtek RTL8723DE 802.11 bgn 1×1 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter 927230-855 CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module...
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Remove the WLAN module by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WLAN modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion. Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module. Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures...
TouchPad cable Description Spare part number TouchPad cable L01851-001 Before removing the TouchPad cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
TouchPad NOTE: The TouchPad spare part kit does not include the TouchPad bracket or TouchPad cable. The TouchPad bracket is available using spare part number 926879-001. The TouchPad cable is available using spare part number L01851-001. Description Spare part number TouchPad L02816-001 Before removing the TouchPad, follow these steps:...
Remove the TouchPad (4). Reverse this procedure to install the TouchPad. Power connector cable Description Spare part number Power connector cable L01853-001 Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Remove the power connector cable (4). Reverse this procedure to install the power connector cable. Component replacement procedures...
Audio jack board cable Description Spare part number Audio jack board cable L01848-001 Before removing the audio jack board cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
Audio jack board NOTE: The audio jack board spare part kit does not include the audio jack board cable. The audio jack board cable is available using spare part number L01848-001. Description Spare part number Audio jack board L01847-001 Before removing the audio jack board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
Description Spare part number Fan (includes cable) 927918-001 Before removing the fan, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
Connector board NOTE: The connector board spare part kit does not include the connector board cable. The connector board cable is available using spare part number L01846-001. Description Spare part number Connector board (includes the card reader slot, USB port, and RJ45 jack) L01845-001 Before removing the connector board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
System board NOTE: All system board spare part kits include a processor and replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Equipped with an Intel Core i7-8550U 1.80-GHz (turbo up to 4.00-GHz) quad core processor (2400-MHz, L01683-601 8.0-MB L3 cache, 15-W), an NVIDIA N16S-GTR (GeForce 940MX) graphics subsystem with up to 2048-MB of discrete video memory (256-MB×32 GDDR5×2 pieces, 1.5-V 7-Gbps downgrade to 1.35-V 5-Gbps), and the Windows 10 operating system Equipped with an Intel Core i7-8550U 1.80-GHz (turbo up to 4.00-GHz) quad core processor (2400-MHz,...
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Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet, and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
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Remove the following: (1) Six Phillips M2.0×3.0 screws that secure the system board to the keyboard/top cover (2) One Phillips M2.0×5.7 screw that secures the system board to the keyboard/top cover (3) USB Type-C bracket The USB Type-C bracket is available using spare part number L01852-001. Lift the right side of the system board (1) until it rests at an angle.
Remove the system board (2) by sliding it up and to the right at an angle. Reverse this procedure to install the system board. Heat sink NOTE: The heat sink spare part kit includes replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number For use only on computer models equipped with an NVIDIA N16S-GTR (GeForce 940MX) 927920-001 graphics subsystem...
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Remove the heat sink (2). NOTE: Steps 3 and 4 apply to computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with UMA memory. Remove the four Phillips M2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the heat sink to the system board. Remove the heat sink (2). NOTE: Steps 5 and 6 apply to computer models equipped with a fanless heat sink.
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Remove the heat sink (2). NOTE: The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the heat sink and the system board components each time the heat sink is removed. Replacement thermal material is included with the heat sink and system board spare part kits.
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On computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with UMA memory: Thermal paste is used on the processor (1) and the heat sink section (2) that services it. On computer models equipped with a fanless heat sink: Thermal paste is used on the processor (1) and the heat sink section (2) that services it.
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Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink. Component replacement procedures...
Connector board cable Description Spare part number Connector board cable L01846-001 Before removing the connector board cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
Speakers Description Spare part number Speakers (include left and right speakers and cables) L01850-001 Before removing the speakers, follow these steps: Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Remove the speakers (6). Reverse this procedure to install the speakers. Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures...
Display assembly NOTE: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level. For display assembly spare part information, see the individual removal subsections. Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Remove the six Phillips M2.5×6.7 screws that secure the display assembly to the keyboard/top cover. Swing the display assembly (1) up and back until it separates from the keyboard/top cover . Remove the display assembly (2). If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of the display assembly subcomponents: NOTE: The display bezel can be removed and replaced without removing the display assembly from the keyboard/top cover.
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Remove the display bezel (4) from the display assembly. The display bezel is available using spare part numbers L01843-001 (for use only on computer models equipped with an FDHC infrared webcam/microphone module) and L01842-001 (for use only on computer models equipped with an HDC non-infrared webcam/microphone module). If it is necessary to replace the display panel: NOTE: The display panel can be removed and replaced without removing the display assembly from...
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Use a case utility tool (2) or similar thin, plastic tool to separate the top edge of the display panel (3) from the display back cover. CAUTION: Before turning the display panel upside down, make sure the work surface is clear of tools, screws, and any other foreign objects.
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Disconnect the display panel cable (3) from the display panel. Remove the display panel. The display panel is available using the following spare part numbers: ● L01675-001 – 15.6-in, FHD, AntiGlare, LED, UWVA, TouchScreen display panel assembly ● L01674-001 – 15.6-in, FHD, BrightView, LED, UWVA, display panel assembly ●...
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Disconnect the webcam/microphone module cables (2) from the webcam/microphone module. Remove the webcam/microphone module. The webcam/microphone module is available using spare part numbers L01859-001 (FDHC infrared webcam/microphone module) and L01860-001 (HDC non-infrared webcam/microphone module). If it is necessary to replace the display hinges: Remove the display bezel.
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Remove the six Phillips M2.5×3.1 broad head screws (2) that secure the hinges to the display back cover. Remove the display hinges (3). The display hinges are available using spare part number L01844-001. If it is necessary to replace the display panel cable: Remove the display bezel.
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If it is necessary to replace the wireless antenna cables and transceivers: Remove the display bezel. Remove the display panel. Remove the display hinges. Detach the wireless antenna transceivers (1) from the display back cover. (The wireless antenna transceivers are attached to the display back cover with double-sided adhesive.) Release the wireless antenna cables from the retention clips (2) and routing channel built into the top, left, right, and bottom edges of the display back cover.
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Remove the wireless antenna cables and transceivers (3). The wireless antenna cables and transceivers are available using spare part number L04971-001. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly. Component replacement procedures...
To reveal the BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS), use one of these options. HP Support Assistant ● Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. – or – Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
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 computer 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.
NOTE: The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) download instructions are provided in English only, and you must use a Windows computer to download and create the HP UEFI support environment because only .exe files are offered. There are two options to download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics to a USB device.
Specifications Metric U.S. Computer dimensions Width 35.9 cm 14.1 in Depth 24.7 cm 9.7 in Height 2.0 cm 0.8 in Weight Computer models equipped with a hard drive 1.89 kg 4.2 lbs Computer models equipped with a solid-state drive 1.81 kg 3.9 lbs Temperature Operating...
Use HP Recovery Manager to create HP Recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. 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 replaced. For...
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you either created or that you obtained from HP, or by using the HP Recovery partition (select products only).
Using HP Recovery media (select products only) on page ● If your computer does not allow the creation of HP Recovery media or if the HP Recovery media does not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from support. You can find contact information from the HP website.
Using HP Recovery media to recover You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly.
10 Power cord set requirements The wide-range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC, or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased.
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Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number South Korea Sweden CEMKO Switzerland Taiwan BSMI The United Kingdom The United States The flexible cord must be Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0-mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country or region where it will be used. The flexible cord must be Type SPT-3 or equivalent, No.
Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/recycle.
Index camera 8 AC adapter and battery light 6 caps lock light 10 electrostatic discharge 28 AC adapter, spare part numbers 24 chipset, product description 1 equipment guidelines 30 action keys 12 components esc key 12 antenna bottom 13 Ethernet, product description 3 removal 66 buttons 11 spare part number 24, 67...
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64 mute 10 removal 42 spare part number 24, 64 power 6, 10 spare part number 20, 42 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) RJ-45 (network) status 7 power cord using 70 locating information set requirements 78 HP Recovery Manager...
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9 creating using HP Recovery removal 41 Manager 74 spare part number 20, 41 using 73 zone 9 recovery partition TouchPad bracket removing 77 removal 41 removal and replacement spare part number 20, 41 preliminary requirements 26...
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