HP Pavilion 10 N200 X2 Detachable Pc User Manual
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Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible wireless displays (select models only) To discover and connect to Miracast-compatible wireless displays without leaving your current apps, follow the steps below. To open Miracast: ▲Point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the Start screen to display the charms, select Devices, select Project, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – On select computer models, from the Start screen, select the HP Quick Access to Miracast icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE:To learn what type of display you have (Miracast-compatible or Intel WiDi), refer to the documentation that came with your TV or secondary display device. Using video 21
6 Navigating the screen To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows key on a keyboard or the Windows button on a tablet. You can navigate the computer screen in the following ways: ●Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen ●Use touch gestures on the TouchPad ●Use keyboard and optional mouse (mouse purchased separately) NOTE:An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to a USB port on the computer. Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures The TouchPad helps you navigate the computer screen and control the pointer using simple touch gestures. You can also use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. To navigate a touch screen (select models only), touch the screen directly using gestures described in this chapter. You can also customize gestures and view demonstrations of how they work. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. NOTE:Unless noted, gestures can be used on the TouchPad or a touch screen (select models only). Tap Use the tap/double-tap gesture to select or open an item on the screen. ●Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad zone or touch screen to select the item. Double-tap an item to open it. 22 Chapter 6 Navigating the screen
Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. ●Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your fingers together. ●Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone or touch screen and then moving your fingers apart. Two-finger scroll (TouchPad only) Use the two-finger scroll to move up, down, or sideways on a page or image. ●Place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad zone and then drag them up, down, left, or right. Two-finger tap (TouchPad only) Use the two-finger tap to open the menu for an object on the screen. NOTE:The two-finger tap performs the same function as right-clicking with the mouse. ●Tap two fingers on the TouchPad zone to open the options menu for the selected object. Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures 23
Right-edge swipe (touch screen only) Use the right-edge swipe to reveal the charms, which let you search, share, start apps, access devices, or change settings. ●Gently swipe your finger inward from the right edge of the touch screen to reveal the charms. Left-edge swipe (touch screen only) Use the left-edge swipe to reveal your open apps so that you can switch between them quickly. ●Gently swipe your finger inward from the left edge of the touch screen. Then, without lifting your finger, swipe back toward the left edge to reveal all open apps. Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe (touch screen only) Use the top-edge swipe or bottom-edge swipe to display command options that allow you to customize an open app. IMPORTANT:The function of the top-edge swipe varies depending on the app. ●Gently swipe your finger from the top edge or the bottom edge to reveal the app command options. One-finger slide (touch screen only) Use the one-finger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object. 24 Chapter 6 Navigating the screen
●To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. ●To move an object, press and hold your finger on an object, and then drag your finger to move the object. Using the keyboard and optional mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functions as you do using touch gestures. The keyboard also allows you to use action keys and key combinations to perform specific functions. TIP:The Windows key on a keyboard or the Windows button on a tablet allows you to quickly return to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. Press the button or key again to return to the previous screen. NOTE:Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in this section. Using the on-screen keyboard You may want to enter data into a data field. This may be required when you set up a wireless network configuration or a weather reporting location, or when you access user accounts on Internet sites. The tablet has an on-screen keyboard that is displayed when you need to enter such information. 1.To display the keyboard, tap in the first data field. Tap the small keyboard icon that is displayed. – or – Tap the keyboard icon on the right side of the notification area. 2.To enlarge the size of the on-screen keyboard, tap the lower-right corner and drag it to the desired size. 3.Tap each character, continuing until you have spelled out the name or word that you are entering into the data field. NOTE:Hot keys do not display or function on the on-screen keyboard. NOTE:Suggested words may be displayed at the top of the on-screen keyboard. If an appropriate word is displayed, tap it to select it. 4.Tap enter on the keyboard. Using the keyboard and optional mouse 25
7 Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is running on battery power only and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge. Initiating and exiting Sleep and Hibernation Windows has two power-saving states, Sleep and Hibernation. ●Sleep—The Sleep state is automatically initiated after a period of inactivity. Your work is saved to memory, allowing you to resume your work very quickly. You can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see Manually initiating and exiting Sleep on page 26. ●Hibernation—The Hibernation state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level. In the Hibernation state, your work is saved to a hibernation file and the computer powers down. You can also initiate Hibernation manually. For more information, see Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) on page 26. CAUTION:To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate the Sleep state while reading from or writing to an external media card. NOTE:You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state or in the Hibernation state. Manually initiating and exiting Sleep You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: ●Close the display. ●From the Start screen or the Windows desktop, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the charms. Select Settings, select the Power icon, and then select Sleep. You can exit Sleep in any of the following ways: ●Briefly press the power button. ●If the computer is closed, raise the display. ●Press a key on the keyboard. ●Tap the TouchPad. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen. NOTE:If you have set a password to be required on exiting Sleep, you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to the screen. Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) You can enable user-initiated Hibernation and change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options. 26 Chapter 7 Managing power
1.From the Start screen, type power options, and then select Power options. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, right-click or tap and hold the Start button, and then select Power Options. 2.In the left pane, select Choose what the power button does. 3.Select Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4.In the When I press the power button area, select Hibernate. 5.Select Save changes. To exit Hibernation: ▲Briefly press the power button. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen. NOTE:If you have set a password to be required on exiting Hibernation, you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to the screen. Setting password protection on wakeup (exiting Sleep or Hibernation) To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1.From the Start screen, type power options, and then select Power options. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, right-click or tap and hold the Start button, and then select Power Options. 2.In the left pane, select Require a password on wakeup. 3.Select Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4.Select Require a password (recommended). NOTE:If you need to create a user account password or change your current user account password, select Create or change your user account password, and then follow the on-screen instructions. If you do not need to create or change a user account password, go to step 5. 5.Select Save changes. Using the power meter and power settings The power meter is located on the Windows desktop. The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ●To view the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, place the mouse pointer over the power meter icon. ●To use Power Options, select the power meter icon, and then select an item from the list. From the Start screen, you can also type power options, and then select Power Options. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. Placing the mouse pointer over the icon reveals a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Using the power meter and power settings 27
Running on battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power, the computer runs on battery power. When the computer is off and unplugged from external power, the battery in the computer slowly discharges. The computer displays a message when the battery reaches a low or critical battery level. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, screen brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. Factory-sealed battery To monitor the status of the battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check. 1.From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, select the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2.Select Battery and performance. If Battery Check indicates that your battery should be replaced, contact support. The battery[ies] in this product cannot be easily replaced by users themselves. Removing or replacing the battery could affect your warranty coverage. If a battery is no longer holding a charge, contact support. When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of the battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. Finding battery information To access battery information: 1.From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, select the question mark icon in the taskbar. 2.Select Battery and Performance. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery: ●Battery Check ●Information about battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power To conserve battery power and maximize battery life: ●Lower the brightness of the display. ●Select the Power saver setting in Power Options. ●If the computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the user-replaceable battery from the computer and store it separately in a cool, dry place. ●Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them. ●Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port. 28 Chapter 7 Managing power
●Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using. ●Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep or shut down the computer. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs: ●The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. – or – ●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification. NOTE:For additional information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and power settings on page 27. 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 computer remains briefly in the Sleep state and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. ●If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available Connect one of the following to the computer and to external power: ●AC adapter ●Optional docking or expansion device ●Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available Save your work and shut down the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation 1.Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to external power. 2.Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. Running on AC power For information about connecting to AC power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the computer box. The computer does not use battery power when the computer is connected to AC power with an approved AC adapter or an optional docking/expansion device. WARNING!To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the computer to AC power under any of the following conditions: Running on AC power 29
WARNING!Do not charge the computer battery while you are aboard aircraft. ●When charging or calibrating a battery ●When installing or modifying system software ●When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives ●When performing a backup or recovery When you connect the computer to AC power: ●The battery begins to charge. ●The screen brightness increases. ●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance. When you disconnect AC power: ●The computer switches to battery power. ●The screen brightness automatically decreases to save battery life. ●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance. Troubleshooting power problems Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to AC power: ●The computer does not turn on. ●The display does not turn on. ●The power lights do not turn on. To test the AC adapter: 1.Shut down the computer. 2.Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to the power cord, and then plug the power cord into an AC outlet. 3.Turn on the computer. ●If the power lights turn on, the AC adapter is working properly. ●If the power lights remain off, check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer and the connection from the power cord to the AC outlet to be sure that the connections are secure. ●If the connections are secure and the power lights remain off, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. Contact support for information about obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Shutting down (turning off) the computer CAUTION:Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down. Be sure to save your work before shutting down the computer. 30 Chapter 7 Managing power