HP 13 3 Probook 430 G2 Notebook User Manual

							1Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
TIP:To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop,
press the Windows key 
 on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to
the previous screen.
●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
Internet. For more information, see 
Connecting to a network on page 16.
●Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see 
Using antivirus software
on page 61.
●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See 
Getting to know your
computer on page 4 and Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices
on page 23 for additional information.
●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:
From the Start screen, type a, click Apps, and then select from the displayed options. For details
about using the software included with the computer, see the software manufacturer's
instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See 
Backup and
recovery on page 68.
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							Finding information
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resources For information about
Setup Instructions poster
●How to set up the computer
●Help to identify computer components
HP Support Assistant
To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-
screen instructions.●Operating system information
●Software, driver, and BIOS updates
●Troubleshooting tools
●How to access support
Worldwide support
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.html.●Online chat with an HP technician
●Email support
●Support telephone numbers
●HP service center locations
HP website
To access the latest user guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-
screen instructions.●Support information
●Ordering parts and finding additional help
●Accessories available for the device
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
▲From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/ergo.●Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits
●Electrical and mechanical safety information
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
To access this guide:
1.From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2.Select My computer, and then select User
guides.●Regulatory and safety information
●Battery disposal information
Limited Warranty*
To access this guide, from the Start screen, select the
HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and
then select Warranty and services.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.Warranty information
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your
computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited
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							Resources For information about
Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a
printed copy from 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:
●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA
●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product number, warranty period (found on your
service label), name, and postal address.
IMPORTANT:Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. support, go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/
contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.
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							2 Getting to know your computer
Right
Component Description
(1)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. Also connects an optional headset
microphone. This jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
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, from the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
(2)
USB 2.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
Standard USB ports will not charge all USB devices or will
charge using a low current. Some USB devices require
power and require you to use a powered port.
NOTE:USB charging ports can also charge select
models of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the
computer is in Sleep mode.
For details about different types of USB ports, see 
Using a
USB device on page 46.
(3)
RJ-45 (network) jack/lights Connects a network cable.
●Green (right): The network is connected.
●Amber (left): Activity is occurring on the network.
(4)  AC adapter/Battery light
●White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.
●Amber: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 0 to 89 percent.
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							Component Description
●Off: The battery is fully charged.
(5)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
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							Left
Component Description
(1)
Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
(2)  Vent 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.
(3)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(4)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
(5)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such
as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or
USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports, see 
Using aUSB device on page 46.
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							Display
Component Description
(1)WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
(2)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide area networks (WWAN).
(3)Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(4)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(5)Webcam  Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow
you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
For information on using the webcam, access HP Support
Assistant. To access HP Support Assistant, from the Start
screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
(6)Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
*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, from the Start screen, type support,
and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(2)  TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
screen.
NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe
gestures. For more information, see 
Edge swipes (selectmodels only) on page 27.
(3)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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							Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light 
●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-
saving state. The computer shuts off power to the
display and other unneeded components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of
power.
(2)  Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
(3)
Microphone mute light
●Amber: microphone sound is off.
●Off: microphone sound is on.
(4)  Num lock light On: Num lock is on.
(5)
Wireless light  White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device, is on.
NOTE:On some models, the wireless light is amber when
all wireless devices are off.
(6)
Speaker mute light
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●White: Computer sound is on.
(7)  TouchPad light 
●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
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							Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
Component Description
(1)
Power button
●When the computer is off, press the button 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.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briefly to exit Hibernation.
CAUTION:Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows®
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power
options. From the Start screen, type power, select Power
and sleep settings, and then select Power and sleep from
the list of applications.
(2)  Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(3)
Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
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