2 Components
Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they are located, and how they work.
Right side
Use the illustration and table to identify the components on the right side of the computer.
Table 2-1 Right-side components and their descriptions
Component
(1)
(2) nano SIM card slot (select products only)
Description
Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (nano SIM) card.
IMPORTANT: Inserting a SIM card of the wrong size could damage the SIM card or cause the SIM card to become stuck in the slot. To prevent damage to the SIM card or the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM card.
NOTE: Before purchasing a SIM card, follow these instructions to determine the correct SIM card size for your computer:
1.
Go to http://www.hp.com/support , and then search for your computer by product name or number.
2.
Select Product Information.
3.
Refer to the listed options to determine which card to purchase.
USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt™ ports (2) with HP Sleep and Charge
Connect an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector, supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery.
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Connect a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and charges small devices, even when the computer is off.
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Connect a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort™ output.
NOTE: Your computer might also support a Thunderbolt docking station.
NOTE: Cables, adapters, or both (purchased separately) might be required.
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Table 2-1 Right-side components and their descriptions (continued)
Component Description
(3)
(4)
(5)
HDMI port
Battery light
Power connector
Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) device.
When AC power is connected:
● White: The battery charge is greater than 90%.
● Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90%.
● Off: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level. When the battery has reached a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
● Off: The battery is not charging.
Connects an AC adapter.
Left side
Use the illustration and table to identify the components on the left side of the computer.
Table 2-2 Left-side components and their descriptions
Component
(1)
(2)
Description
Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it might not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
USB SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and Charge Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and charges small devices, even when the computer is off.
(3)
(4)
USB SuperSpeed port
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack
Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
(for select products) charges small devices when the computer is on or in Sleep mode.
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional standalone microphones.
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Table 2-2 Left-side components and their descriptions (continued)
Component Description
(5) Smart card reader
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety,
and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
▲ Type HP Documentation in the taskbar search box, and then select HP Documentation.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
Supports optional smart cards.
Display
The computer display can include essential components such as speakers, antennas, cameras, and microphones.
Table 2-3 Display components and their descriptions
Component
(1) WWAN antennas* (select products only)
(2)
(3)
WLAN antennas* (select products only)
Ambient light sensor (select products only)
Description
Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWANs).
Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs).
Adjusts the brightness of the display, depending on the ambient light.
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Table 2-3 Display components and their descriptions (continued)
Component Description
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Internal microphones
Camera light(s)
Camera (select products only)
Camera privacy cover
Record sound.
On: One or more cameras are in use.
Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images. Some cameras also allow a facial recognition logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
NOTE: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware and software installed on your product.
By default, the camera lens is uncovered, but you can slide the camera privacy cover to block the camera's view. To use the camera, slide the camera privacy cover in the opposite direction to reveal the lens.
NOTE: If you have both front-facing and rear-facing cameras, when one camera lens is revealed and ready to use, the other is concealed.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions.
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:
▲ Type HP Documentation in the taskbar search box, and then select HP Documentation.
Keyboard area
Keyboards can vary by language.
Touchpad components
Use the illustration and table to identify the touchpad components.
To adjust touchpad settings and gestures, or to turn off the touchpad:
1.
Type touchpad settings in the taskbar search box, and then press enter .
2.
Choose a setting.
To turn on the touchpad:
1.
Type touchpad settings in the taskbar search box, and then press enter .
2.
Using an external mouse, click the touchpad button.
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▲ Press the Tab key repeatedly until the pointer rests on the touchpad button. Then press the spacebar to select the button.
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Table 2-4 Touchpad components and their descriptions
Component
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Pointing stick
Left pointing stick button
Right pointing stick button
Touchpad zone
(5) Near Field Communications (NFC) tapping area and antenna (select products only)
Description
Moves the pointer on the screen.
Functions like the left button on an external mouse
Functions like the right button on an external mouse
Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen.
Allows you to wirelessly share information when you tap it with an NFC-enabled device.
Lights
Use the illustration and table to identify the lights on the computer.
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(4)
(5)
(6)
Table 2-5 Lights and their descriptions
Component
(1) Caps lock light
(2)
(3)
Fn lock light
Privacy key light (select products only)
Mute light
Microphone mute light
Power light
Description
On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters.
On: The fn key is locked.
On: Privacy screen is on, which helps prevent side-angle viewing.
● On: Computer sound is off.
● Off: Computer sound is on.
● On: The microphone is off.
● Off: The microphone is on.
● On: The computer is on.
● Blinking (select products only): The computer is in the
Sleep state, a power-saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unnecessary components.
● Off: Depending on your computer model, the computer is off, in Hibernation, or in Sleep. Hibernation is the powersaving state that uses the least amount of power.
Button, speakers, and fingerprint reader
Identify the computer button, speakers, and fingerprint reader.
Fingerprint readers can be located on the touchpad, on a side panel of the computer, or on the top cover below the keyboard.
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IMPORTANT: To verify that your computer supports fingerprint reader sign-in, type Sign-in options in the taskbar search box and follow the on-screen instructions. If Fingerprint reader is not listed as an option, then your notebook does not include a fingerprint reader.
Table 2-6 Button, speakers, and fingerprint reader and their descriptions
Description
Component
(1)
(2)
(3)
Speakers (2)
Vents (2)
Power button
Produce sound
Enable 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.
● When the computer is off, press the button briefly 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 briefly to exit Sleep (select products only).
● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.
IMPORTANT: Pressing and holding down the power button results in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 4 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power options:
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Table 2-6 Button, speakers, and fingerprint reader and their descriptions (continued)
Description
Component
(4) Fingerprint reader (select products only)
▲ Right-click the Power icon, and then select Power
Options.
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
▲ Swipe down across the fingerprint reader.
IMPORTANT: To prevent fingerprint logon issues, be sure when you register your fingerprint that all sides of your finger are registered by the fingerprint reader.
Special keys
Use the illustration and table to identify the special keys.
Table 2-7 Special keys and their descriptions
Component
(1) esc key
(2) fn key
(3) Windows key
(4)
(5)
Action keys
Windows application key
Description
Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with another key. Such key combinations are called hot keys.
Opens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
Execute frequently used system functions.
Displays options for a selected object.
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Table 2-7 Special keys and their descriptions (continued)
Component
(6) Programmable key
Description
Executes frequently used tasks. Some tasks might not be available on all products.
(7) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button briefly 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 briefly to exit Sleep (select products only).
● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.
IMPORTANT: Pressing and holding down the power button results in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 4 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power options:
▲ Right-click the Power icon, and then select Power Options.
Hot keys (select products only)
A hot key is the combination of the fn key and another key. Use the table to identify the hot keys.
To use a hot key:
▲ Press the fn key, and then press one of the keys listed in the following table.
Table 2-8 Hot keys and their descriptions
Key Description
R
S
W
C
E
Turns on scroll lock.
Turns on the insert function.
Breaks the operation.
Sends a programing query.
Pauses the operation.
Bottom
Use the illustration and table to identify the bottom component.
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Table 2-9 Bottom component and its description
Component
Vent
Description
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.
Labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information that you might need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. Labels can be in paper form or imprinted on the product.
IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, on the back of the display, or on the bottom of a tablet kickstand.
● Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you might be asked for the serial number, the product number, or the model number. Locate this information before you contact support.
Your service label information order may vary by country and might not include the wording "Model" due to the country regulation.
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Table 2-10 Service label components
Component
(1) HP product name
(2) Product ID
(3) Serial number
(4) Warranty period
● Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.
● Wireless certification label(s)—Provide(s) information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use.
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