HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Notebook PC User Manual

User Guide

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1 WelcomeAfter you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireles

Finding informationThe computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.Resources For information aboutSetup Instructions poste

2 Getting to know your computerTopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.(2)

LightsComponent Description(1) Power light ●On: The computer is on.●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.●O: The computer is o.(2) Caps lo

Buttons, speakers, and ngerprint readerComponent Description(1) Power button●When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the computer.●When

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.(2) fn key Executes frequently used s

RightComponent Description(1) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers,

LeftComponent Description(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

DisplayComponent Description(1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.(2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.(3) Webcam Records video and captures

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BottomComponent Description(1) Docking device receptors (2) Connects an optional docking device.10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer

3 Connecting to a networkYour computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and access information from mi

Using HP Connection Manager (select models only)HP Connection Manager provides a central location for managing your wireless devices, and an interface

●A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points that can accommodate a large number of computers and ac

Protecting your WLANWhen you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized acces

●Imaging devices (printer, camera)●Audio devices (headset, speakers)●MouseBluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up

4 Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devicesYour computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in addit

To view the demonstration of a gesture:1. Click the Show hidden icons icon in the notication area, at the far right of the taskbar.2. Click the Synap

ScrollingScrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image.●Place two ngers slightly apart on the TouchPad zone and then drag t

Rotating (select models only)Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos.●Anchor the forenger of your left hand in the TouchPad zone. Using your

Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on

Hot key combination Descriptionfn+ f6 Decreases speaker volume. fn+f7 Increases speaker volume.fn+f8 Mutes the microphone.fn+f9 Decreases the screen b

Component DescriptionEach key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.(3) num lk key Turns the

5 MultimediaYour computer may include the following:●Integrated speaker(s)●Integrated microphone(s)●Integrated webcam●Preinstalled multimedia software

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety in

●VGA●DisplayPort●HDMI (High Denition Multimedia Interface)IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the compute

NOTE: To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately).NOTE: One DisplayPort device

Connect displays to computers with Intel graphics (with an optional hub)NOTE: With an Intel graphics controller and optional hub, you can connect up t

●Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device.●Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device

6 Power managementNOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power button is used throughout this guide to mean both types o

Initiating and exiting SleepWith the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:●Briey press the power button.●Close the displa

iv Safety warning notice

Setting password protection on wakeupTo set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps:1.

Using Battery CheckHelp and Support provides information on the status of the battery installed in the computer.To run Battery Check:1. Connect the AC

●AC adapter●Optional docking or expansion device●Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HPResolving a low battery level when no power s

7 External cards and devicesUsing Micro SD memory cardsOptional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are

3. Press in on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2).NOTE: If the card does not eject, pull the card out of the slot. Using a USB deviceU

Removing a USB deviceCAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device.CAUTION: To reduce th

Using the docking connectorThe docking connector connects the computer to an optional docking device or expansion port device. An optional docking dev

2. Slide the expansion port device connector into the docking connector on the computer until the connector is seated.Using optional external devices

8 DrivesUsing optional external hard drives (select models only)Improving hard drive performanceUsing Disk DefragmenterAs you use your computer over t

●CD●DVD●Blu-ray (BD)Identifying the installed optional external optical drive▲Select Start > Computer.A list of all the devices installed in your c

Table of contents1 Welcome ...

1. Turn on the computer.2. Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the at surfaces and position the disc label-side up.3. Gently slide the disc

3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and

Sharing optical drivesAlthough your computer may not have an integrated optical drive, you can access software and data, and install applications, by

9 SecurityProtecting the computerStandard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Computer Setup utility (BIOS)

●BIOS administrator and DriveLock passwords are set in Computer Setup and are managed by the system BIOS.●Automatic DriveLock passwords are enabled in

Setting passwords in Computer SetupPassword FunctionBIOS administrator password* Protects access to Computer Setup.NOTE: If features have been enabled

5. When prompted, type your new password again to conrm.6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner

●After DriveLock protection is applied to a hard drive, the hard drive can be accessed only by entering either the user password or the master passwor

Changing a DriveLock passwordTo change a DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow these steps:1. Turn on the computer, and then press esc while th

Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockIn a multiple-user environment, you can set an Automatic DriveLock password. When the Automatic DriveLock pass

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Using antivirus softwareWhen you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you potentially expose it to computer viruses. Compute

Installing an optional security cableNOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandl

10 MaintenanceCleaning your computerCleaning your computer and external devices helps keep them in good working condition. If you don't clean you

●To clean and the TouchPad and keyboard, use a soft microber cloth or a static-free cloth without oil (such as a chamois cloth) moistened with an alc

11 Backup and recoveryYour computer includes HP and Windows tools to help you safeguard your information and retrieve it if you ever need to. These to

●Windows 7 operating system DVD—Installs the operating system without additional drivers or applications.●Driver Recovery DVD—Installs specic drivers

1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your backup, create a system

1. If possible, back up all personal les.2. If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition.To check for the Windows partition, select S

wwcontact_us.html. You can also order the DVD by calling support. For contact information, see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with t

12 Computer Setup (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)Using Computer SetupComputer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), con

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Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select Main > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter.●To save your changes and exit Computer Setup men

Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select Main > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter.Downloading a BIOS updateCAUTION: To reduce the r

optical drives, diskette drives, a network interface card (NIC), hard drives, and USB devices. Boot devices contain bootable media or les that the co

1. Open the Select Boot Device menu by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” mes

NOTE: To download the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) tool to a USB drive, see Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device on page

13 SupportContacting supportIf the information provided in this user guide or Help and Support does not address your questions, you can contact suppor

HP platforms preinstalled with Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 do not have the physical label, but have a Digital Product Key electronically installed.NOTE:

14 Specications●Input power●Operating environmentInput powerThe power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationall

A Traveling with or shipping your computerIf you have to travel with or ship your computer, here are some tips to keep in mind to keep your equipment

B TroubleshootingThe following sections are included in this appendix:Troubleshooting resources●Access website links and additional information about

Setting passwords in Computer Setup ... 45Managing a BIOS a

power settings, right-click the Battery icon on the Windows desktop in the notication area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Preferenc

The wireless network connection is not workingIf a wireless network connection is not working as expected, follow these suggestions:●To enable or disa

The computer does not detect the optional external optical driveIf your operating system does not detect an installed device, the device driver softwa

The process of burning an optional external disc does not begin, or it stops before completion●Be sure that all other programs are closed.●Turn o Sle

C Electrostatic dischargeElectrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you re

IndexAAC adapter/battery light 7administrator password 44antivirus software 50audio functions, checking 23audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 7aud

hot keysadjusting volume 19, 20decrease screen brightness 20decreasing speaker sound 20description 19increase screen brightness 20increasing speaker s

security cable slot, identifying 8security, wireless 14serial number, computer 65setting password protection on wakeup 30setting power options 28setup

12 Computer Setup (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .............. 59Using Computer Set