HP Pavilion 14 E000 Notebook Pc Series User Manual

							1 Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this
chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to
get more HP resources.
HP Quick Start (select models only)
HP Quick Start gives you the option to use the familiar Start menu from the Windows desktop. Quick
Start functions like the traditional Windows Start menu and enables you to conveniently open files
and programs using the Windows desktop.
▲
To open HP Quick Start from the Windows desktop, click the HP Quick Start icon 
 on the
taskbar.
Best practices
To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we
recommend the following steps:
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in 
Connecting
to a network on page 14.
●Take a minute to browse the printed 
Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® 8
features.
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.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. For more information, see Getting to
know your computer on page 4 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 19 for
information.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at 
Using antivirus software on page 61.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See 
Backing up,
restoring, and recovering on page 66.
Fun things to do
●You know that you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can
also connect your computer to a TV or gaming console? For more information, see 
Connecting
an HDMI device on page 24.
●You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream
live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world? See 
Using
audio on page 22.
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							●You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft applications. But did you know
you can also connect to a projector to share your ideas with a group? See 
Connecting a VGA
monitor or projector on page 24.
●Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for smooth control of images and
pages of text. See 
Using the TouchPad on page 27 and Using TouchPad gestures
on page 27.
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							More HP resources
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions●Overview of computer setup and features.
Windows 8 Basics guide
●Overview of using and navigating with Windows® 8.
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, from the Start screen,
type h, and then select Help and Support. 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.●A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips.
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide, from the Start screen, type
support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select
My computer, and then select User guides, or go to
http://www.hp.com/ergo.●Proper workstation setup.
●Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your
comfort and decrease your risk of injury.
●Electrical and mechanical safety information.
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.
●Find support telephone numbers.
●Locate HP service center locations.
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this guide, from the Start screen, type
support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select
My computer, and then select User guides.●Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal
information.
Limited Warranty*
To access this guide, from the Start screen, type
support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select
My computer, and then select Warranty and services,
or go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.●Specific warranty information about this computer.
*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
Warranty in the box. For 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
Finding your hardware and software information
Locating hardware
To find out what hardware is installed on your computer:
1.From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager.
A list reveals all the devices installed in your computer.
Locating software
▲To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using
the mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to reveal the apps and then select the All apps
icon.
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							Right side
Component Description
(1)  Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.
(2)  Optical drive eject button Releases the optical drive disc tray.
(3)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 42.
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(5)  AC adapter light
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●Off: The computer is using DC power.
(6)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(7)  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.
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							Left side
Component Description
(1)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(2)  Vents (2) 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.
(3)
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.
(4)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 42
(5)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects 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 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, refer to the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access
this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the
HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then
select User guides.
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).
(6)
Memory card reader Reads data from and writes data to memory cards such as
Secure Digital (SD).
(7)
Hard drive light
●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
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							Component Description
NOTE:For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,
see 
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)on page 53.
(8)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
Display
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
(2)WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(3)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(4)HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and provides access
to video conferences and online chat by means of streaming
video.
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							Component Description
To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type c, and then
select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
(5)Internal microphone Records sound.
*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,
select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen.
NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe
gestures. For more information, see 
Edge swipes
on page 30.
(2)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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							Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
(2)
Mute light
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
(3)
Wireless light On: 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.
(4)  Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
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							Buttons and speakers
Component Description
(1)
Power button
●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
●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 Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button down 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 Settings,
and then select Power Options from the list of applications.
(2)  Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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