Hp ENVY TouchSmart 14-k120us Ultrabook User Manual

User Guide

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1 Starting rightThis computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read thischapter to learn about best practices after

●Experience music the way the artist intended, with deep controlled base and clear, pure sound.See Using Beats Audio on page 23.●Use the TouchPad and

More HP resourcesYou have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locateproduct details, how-to information,

2 Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software informationLocating hardwareTo find out what hardware is installed on your computer:

Right sideComponent Description(1)SIM slot (select models only) Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM).(2)Audio-out (headphone) jack/Aud

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

Component Description(6)Hard drive light●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked thehard driv

Component Description(1) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide area networks (WWA

TopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad zone Reads your finger gesture to move the pointer or activateitems on the screen.(2) Left TouchPad b

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LightsComponent Description(1)Power light ● On: The computer is on.●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, which isan energy-saving mode. The c

Buttons and speakersComponent Description(1)Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn onthe computer.●When the computer is in

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Reveals system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key.(2) fn key Executes frequently used sys

BottomComponent Description(1) HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Provides superior bass sound.(2) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal componen

Component (2) Product number(3) Warranty period(4) Model description Have this information available when you contact support. The service label is

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

Using operating system controlsThe Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network,manage wireless netwo

As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network toaccess the Internet.For help in setting up your WLAN,

4. Click Next.If the WLAN is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a security code. Type thecode, and then click OK to complete the conne

To insert a SIM, follow these steps:1. Shut down the computer.2. Close the display.3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.4. Unp

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

Connecting to a wired networkThere are 2 kinds of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. A LANconnection uses a network cab

4 Enjoying entertainment featuresUse your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage yourmusic, and download an

(5) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers,headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a televisionaudio

Using audioOn your HP computer, you can play music CDs (external optical drive must be purchasedseparately), download and listen to music, stream audi

Checking the soundTo check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel fr

To see the computer screen image on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definitiondevice according to the following instructions.1. Conn

Using Intel Wireless Display and Wireless Music (select models only)Intel® Wireless Display and Wireless Music allow you to transmit your computer con

5 Navigating using touch gestures,pointing devices and the keyboardYour computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in additi

TappingTo make an on-screen selection, use the tap function on the TouchPad.●Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad z

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

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Rotating (select models only)Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos.●Point to an object, then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in the

Flicking (select models only)Flicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents.●Place three fingers on the TouchPad

Top-edge swipeThe top-edge swipe allows you to access All apps available on the Start screen.IMPORTANT: When an app is active, the top-edge gesture va

Using touch screen gestures (select models only)A touch screen computer allows you to control items on the screen directly with your fingers.TIP: On t

Pinching/stretchingPinching and stretching allows you to zoom out or in on images or text.●Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the display and

Edge swipes With edge swipes you can perform tasks such as changing settings and finding or using apps.Right-edge swipe The right-edge swipe reveals t

Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipeThe top-edge swipe or bottom-edge swipe allows you to open a list of apps available on yourcomputer.1. Gently swip

TIP: The Windows key on the keyboard allows you to quickly return to the Start screen froman open app or the Windows desktop. Pressing the Windows k

Icon Key Descriptionf8 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key. f9 Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the pr

Function Hot key DescriptionReveals system information. fn+esc Reveals information about system hardware components and thesystem BIOS version number.

Table of contents1 Starting right ...

6 Managing powerYour computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is onlyrunning on battery power and an AC power

Initiating and exiting Sleep (select models only)With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:●Close the display.●From th

4. Click Require a password (recommended).NOTE: If you need to create a user account password or change your current user accountpassword, click Creat

Conserving battery powerTips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life:●Lower the brightness on the display.●Select the Power saver set

Running on external AC powerFor information on connecting to AC power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in thecomputer box.The computer

To test the AC adapter:1. Shut down the computer.2. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet.3. Turn on the computer

Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions:● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or v

7 Managing and sharing informationDrives are digital storage devices that help you store, manage, share, and access information. Yourcomputer has an i

▲Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.NOTE: The USB port on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in thissec

Inserting and removing a digital storage cardTo insert a digital storage card:CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, us

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) ... 204 Enjoying entertainment feature

8 Maintaining your computerIt is important to perform regular maintenance to keep your computer in optimal condition. Thischapter provides information

To run Disk Defragmenter:1. Connect the computer to AC power.2. From the Start screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Select Settings,

Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardCAUTION: Never allow liquids to drip between the keys on the keyboard, even when you arecleaning the computer. This

WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do notattempt to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold

9 Securing your computer andinformationComputer security is essential for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of yourinformati

Setting Windows passwordsPassword FunctionUser password Protects access to a Windows user account.Administrator password Protects administrator-level

the security software trial offer or purchase the software of your choice in order to fully protect yourcomputer.Using antivirus softwareComputer viru

Installing HP and third-party software updatesHP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed onyour c

3. Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock thesecurity cable lock with the key.4. Remove the ke

10 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PCHardware Diagnostics (UEFI)Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between a

Using the keys ... 37Using the action

Downloading a BIOS updateCAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, downloadand install a BIOS update only

of the operating system to isolate hardware failures from issues that may be caused by the operatingsystem or other software components.To start HP PC

11 Backing up, restoring, and recoveringYour computer includes tools provided by HP and Windows to help you safeguard your informationand retrieve it

choose to reset the computer by reinstalling Windows or choose to recover using HP RecoveryManager. NOTE: File History is not enabled by default, so y

Restore and recoveryThere are several options for recovering your system. Choose the method that best matches yoursituation and level of expertise:● I

Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recoveryWhen your computer is not working properly and you need to regain system stability, the WindowsRefres

3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select Generalfrom the PC settings screen.4. Under Remove everything an

Using HP Recovery media to recoverYou can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if yoursystem does not have an

12 SpecificationsInput power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with thecomputer.The computer

13 Electrostatic DischargeElectrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—forexample, the shock you re

Cleaning your computer ... 51Cleanin

IndexAAC adapter 5AC adapter, testing 44action keysbacklight keyboard 37decrease screen brightness37Help and Support 37identifying 12increase screen b

Iinput power 68installingcritical updates 56optional security cable lock 57integrated webcam, identifying 8,21Intel Wireless Display 26Intel Wireless

Sleepexiting 41initiating 41slotsMedia 6security cable 6SIM 5softwareCyberLink PowerDVD 26Disk Cleanup 51Disk Defragmenter 50software updates, install

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