Hp Slate 500 Tablet PC User Manual

HP Slate User Guide

Finding more information about your new SlateThe following user guides and reference material are provided with your Slate, either in print or on theS

Using the touch screen, on-screen keyboard, and digitalpenYou can use your fingers to perform most actions on the touch screen.NOTE: The instructions

ScrollingScrolling is useful for moving up and down or left and right on a page or image. To scroll, place twofingers slightly apart on the screen, an

PinchingPinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs, images, and photos.To pinch:●Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the screen,

These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the Slate.To change or create flick assignments:1. Tap Start > Control Panel.2. Tap Hardware

On-screen keyboard optionsTo select options for the on-screen keyboard, tap Tools at the top of the keyboard, and then selectone of the following opti

3. Replace the cap (2) on the pen.4. Turn the cap in a clockwise direction (3) to tighten it.The digital pen is now ready to use with your HP Slate. S

Changing your Slate's viewYour Slate's orientation, or view, changes automatically from landscape to portrait view, or fromportrait to lands

Description ViewLandscapePortrait10 Chapter 1 Getting started

2 Knowing the partsIdentifying the hardwareComponents included with the Slate may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapteridentify

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Bottom-edge componentsComponent Description(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.(2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an HP Slate Dock.Right-edge

Component Description(4)Power switch●When the Slate is off, slide the switch down toturn on the Slate.●When the Slate is on, briefly slide the switchd

Left-edge componentsComponent Description(1)Internal microphone Records sound.(2)Keyboard button When the Slate is on, press the button to displaythe

Component Description(3)Volume down button●Press - to decrease speaker volume.(4)Keyboard button When the Slate is on, press the button to displaythe

Rear componentsComponent Description(1) Outward camera Records video and captures still photographs.Wireless antennasComponent DescriptionWLAN anten

To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and EnvironmentalNotices that applies to your country or region. T

◦Warranty period (4). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty periodfor this Slate.◦Model description (select models) (5). This

3 Networking (select models only)Your Slate supports wireless Internet access. For mobile Internet access, you can use a wirelessconnection.Creating a

Using a WLANA wireless connection connects the Slate to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed ofother computers and accessories that are linked

NOTE: When setting up a wireless connection, be sure that your Slate and wireless router aresynchronized. To synchronize your Slate and wireless route

Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the Slate, do notplace the Slate directly on your l

Using Bluetooth wireless devicesA Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableconnections that tradit

4 MultimediaYour Slate may include the following:●Integrated speakers●Integrated microphone●Integrated cameras●Preinstalled multimedia softwareIdentif

Component Description(3) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in(microphone) combo jackProduces sound when connected to optional poweredstereo speakers, headp

AudioYour Slate has a variety of audio features that allow you to:●Play music using your Slate's speakers and/or connected external speakers.●Rec

Checking audio functions on the SlateTo check the audio functions on your Slate, follow these steps:1. Tap Start > Control Panel.2. Tap Hardware an

CamerasYour Slate includes an outward integrated camera and an inward integrated camera. The camerasare input devices that allow you to record video a

5 Power managementShutting down the SlateCAUTION: Unsaved information will be lost when the Slate is shut down.The Shut down command closes all open p

When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the Slateturns off.CAUTION: To prevent possible audio an

Using the power meterThe power meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. The power meterallows you to quickly access

Customizing power plans1. Tap the Power Meter icon in the notification area, and then tap More power options.– or –Tap Start > Control Panel > S

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Maximizing battery discharge timeBattery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power. Maximumdischarge time gradual

Conserving battery power● Tap the Power saver power plan through Power Options under System and Security inWindows Control Panel.●Turn off wireless an

3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3).34 Chapter 5 Power management

Docking the Slate to the HP Slate DockTo dock the Slate to the HP Slate Dock, follow these steps:1. Align the docking connector on the dock base with

6 External cards and devicesUsing SD Card Reader cardsOptional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards areo

Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedureto safely remove the digital card

▲Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.NOTE: The first time you connect a USB d

7DrivesIdentifying installed drivesTo view the drives installed on the Slate, tap Start > Computer.Handling optional external hard drivesOptional e

Using optional external drivesRemovable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. USB drives include the following ty

8SecurityProtecting your SlateStandard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows BIOSSetup can protect your perso

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Using passwordsA password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your Slate's information. Severaltypes of passwords can be set, depe

Using antivirus softwareWhen you use the Slate for e-mail or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses that candisable the operating system,

Using firewall softwareWhen you use the Slate for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able togain access to the Slate, yo

Installing critical updatesCAUTION: Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the Slate from securitybreaches and computer viruses

9 Updating softwareTo update the software, follow these steps, which are explained in the remainder of this guide:1. Identify your Slate's model,

Updating programs and driversTo download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps:1. Access the updates on the HP Web site at

10 BIOS SetupStarting BIOS SetupBIOS Setup is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when yourWindows operating syste

4. Press the Volume up button (+) or Volume down button (-) on the Slate or the arrow keys on anexternal keyboard to select a language, and then press

When the Main menu is selected, system information is displayed.4. To exit BIOS Setup without changing any settings, press the Ctrl+alt+del (Security)

Updating the BIOSUpdated versions of the software provided with your Slate may be available on the HP Web site.Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site ar

Connecting to an existing WLAN ... 20Setting up a new WLAN ...

To download a BIOS update:1. Access the updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com.2. Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your Slate an

Diagnostics menuSelect To do thisPrimary Hard Disk Self Test Run a quick or comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.Memory Test Run a diagnostic tes

IndexAAC adapterconnecting 33identifying 17airport security devices 39antennas 16audio functions, checking 26audio-in (microphone) jack 12, 24audio-ou

Llabel trayidentifying 12opening 13labelsMicrosoft Certificate ofAuthenticity 18regulatory 18serial number 17landscape view 9language 53light, power 1

Inserting a digital card ... 36Removing a digital

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1 Getting startedYour Slate's main operating system is Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional. The Microsoft Windowsoperating system displays the des