Hp Pavilion 15-e043cl Notebook PC 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

Fun things to do●You know that you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you canalso connect your computer to a TV or gamin

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) Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.(2) Optical drive eject button Releases

Left sideComponent Description(1)External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.(2) Vent Enable airflow to cool internal compon

Component Description(7)Hard drive light●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked thehard driv

DisplayComponent Description(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closedwhile the power is on.NOTE:

TopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates itemson the screen.NOTE: The TouchPad also su

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

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

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Reveals system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key.(2) fn key Reveals system information w

BottomComponent Description(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.(2) Vents (5) Enable airflow to cool internal components.NOTE: The computer fan start

LabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the comp

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,

Connecting to a WLANTo connect to the WLAN, follow these steps:1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is on, the wireless light is white

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

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

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

Component Description(6)Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers,headphones, earbuds, a headset,

Connecting speakersYou can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port or to the audio-out (headphone) jack on your comput

Using videoYour computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from yourfavorite websites and download video and movies

Connecting an HDMI deviceNOTE: To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately.To see the computer screen image on

To return the audio stream to the computer speakers:1. From the Windows desktop, right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far ri

5 Navigating using touch gestures,pointing devices and the keyboardYour computer allows navigation using touch gestures in addition to the keyboard an

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

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

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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 the keyboard and mouseThe keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functions asyou do using touch gest

Icon Key Descriptionf6 Mutes or restores speaker sound.f7 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.f8 Increases speaker

Using the hot keysA hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key.To use a hot key:▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the sec

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 SleepWith the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:●Close the display.●From the Start screen, point

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

3. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it from the computer (3).Finding battery informationTo monitor the status of your battery, or if the batter

The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the c

Table of contents1 Starting right ...

Disposing of a user-replaceable batteryWARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not shortexternal cont

Troubleshooting power problemsTest the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected toAC power:●The computer

Shutting down (turning off) the computerCAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down. Be sure to save your workbefore shutting do

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

Connecting a USB deviceCAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect thedevice.▲Connect the USB cable for the

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

Using optical drivesAn optical disc drive uses laser light to read or store large amounts of information. Some drives canonly read information, but ot

Inserting an optical discTray-load1. Turn on the computer.2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray.3. Pull out the

Removing an optical discTray-loadThere are 2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not.When the disc tray opens

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

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To share drives on the same network:1. From the Windows desktop, right-click the network status icon in the notification area, at the farright of the

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

Replacing a hard driveCAUTION: Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Do not drop adrive, place items on it, or expose

3. Disconnect the hard drive cable (2) from the computer.4. Pull the hard drive tab (1), and then remove the hard drive (2).NOTE: After removing the h

7. Disconnect the hard drive cable (3) from the hard drive.To install a hard drive, reverse this procedure.Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)

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,

4. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.5. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on page 37.)6. Rem

9. Replace the service door.10. Replace the battery.11. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.12. Tu

Updating programs and driversHP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis to the latest versions.Updates can resolve iss

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 yourequipment saf

Using the power meter and power settings ... 37Running on battery

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

Using Internet security softwareWhen you use your computer to access email, a network, or the Internet, you potentially expose yourcomputer to compute

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 SystemDiagnosticsSetup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input an

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

Using System DiagnosticsSystem Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware isfunctioning properly.To start Sy

11 Backing up, restoring, and recoveringYour computer includes tools provided by HP and the operating system to help you safeguard yourinformation and

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

Updating programs and drivers ... 58Cleaning yo

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. Scroll the right-side choi

3. Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.4. Select Recovery Manager, and follow the on-screen instructions.Using HP Recovery media to recover

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

Operating environmentFactor Metric U.S.TemperatureOperating 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°FRelative humidity (noncond

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

IndexAAC adapter 5AC adapter, testing 41action keysdecrease screen brightness32Help and Support 32identifying 12increase screen brightness 32next trac

Iinput power 74installingcritical security updates 62optional security cable lock 63integrated numeric keypad,identifying 12, 34Intel Wireless Display

setting password protection onwakeup 36setup of WLAN 16Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords61shipping the computer 59shutdown 42Sleepexiting 36initiating 36

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