HP Laptop Setup and Information

Getting Started and Information

Product Information:

• Windows Products: To learn more about Windows and access help topics, select the Start button ?, select All apps, and then select Tips or Get help (requires a network connection).
• To access user guides, select the Search icon ?, type HP Documentation, and then select HP Documentation.
• Linux Products: To access user guides, double-click the HP Documents icon on the desktop.
• FreeDOS Products: To access user guides, select HP Documents from the Boot Menu.

For the most current information available for your new computer, including topics related to setup instructions, updates, accessories, cleaning, Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), upgrades, and more, go to http://www.hp.com/support and follow the instructions to find your product. Then, select Setup and User Guides.

Contacting Technical Support

To troubleshoot a hardware or software problem, go to http://www.hp.com/support. Use this site to find more information about your product, which also includes links to discussion forums and troubleshooting instructions. You can also find information about how to contact HP and open a technical support case.

Locating System Information

System information is on the service tag or located in one of the following places: on the bottom of the computer, on the back of the display, inside the battery compartment, or under the service door. The tag may be on paper or etched on the product. On some Windows products, you can briefly press the fn+esc key combination to display the System Information screen.

Document Feedback

To help HP improve this document, send any suggestions, comments, or errors to hp.doc.feedback@hp.com. Include the document reference number (located next to the barcode) when sending your feedback.

Safety Warnings

Electrical Shock Hazard:

• Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet that you can easily access at all times.
• If the power cord has a 3-prong plug, connect it to a 3-prong, grounded electrical outlet (grounded outlet).

For more information about safety, regulatory, labeling, battery disposal, and Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices included with your user guides. To locate the user guides for your computer, see the "Getting More Information" section of this poster.

Risk of Serious Injury: Read the Safety and Ergonomics Guide included with the user guides. It describes proper workstation setup and appropriate posture, health, and work habits for computer users. The Safety and Ergonomics Guide also includes important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety and Ergonomics Guide is also available online at http://www.hp.com/ergo.

Heat or Overheating Hazard: To reduce the possibility of injury from heat or overheating of the computer, do not place it directly on your lap or obstruct the computer's ventilation openings. Use the computer on a flat, hard surface only. Do not allow any hard surface, such as an optional adjacent printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows, carpets, or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with skin or a soft surface such as pillows, carpets, or clothing during operation. The computer and AC adapter supplied by HP comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by applicable safety standards.

Declarations and Terms

Simplified Declaration of Conformity: The regulatory model number (RMN) for this equipment is HSN-I60C or HSN-I61C. HP hereby declares that this equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. To view the Declaration of Conformity for this equipment, go to www.hp.eu/certificates and search using the RMN of this equipment.

Software Terms of Use: By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any preinstalled software product on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End-User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole recourse is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a full refund subject to your seller's refund policy. For more information or to request a full refund of the computer purchase price, contact your seller.

HP Services Scan: HP Services Scan is provided with Windows Update on select products and will check entitlement on each hardware device to determine if an HP TechPulse-enabled service has been purchased, and will automatically download the applicable software. HP TechPulse is a telemetry and analytics platform that provides critical device and application data. For full system requirements or to disable this feature, visit http://www.hpdaas.com/requirements. Not applicable in China.

Limited Warranty: In some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed warranty in the box. For countries or regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you can request a copy at http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. For products purchased in the Asia-Pacific region, you can write to HP at POD, PO Box 161, Kitchener Road Post Office, Singapore 912006. Be sure to include the product name and your name, phone number, and address.

Initial Setup

Before pressing the power button to turn on the computer for the first time, connect the HP AC adapter supplied with the computer (on select products only) or an adapter of a minimum of 65 W to a maximum of 100 W, depending on your product.

Select the Network icon ? in the lower-right corner of the taskbar and then connect to one of the available networks.

To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need a broadband modem (DSL or cable, purchased separately), an Internet service from an Internet service provider, and a wireless router (purchased separately).

Product Overview and Features

This section describes the physical layout and key features of your HP laptop.

External Features and Ports:

• 1 Internal Microphones (2): For audio input.
• 2 Camera Indicator Lights (2): Indicate camera activity.
• 3 Camera Privacy Cover: Physical shutter for the camera.
• 4 Ambient Light and Color Sensor: Adjusts screen brightness and color based on surroundings.
• 5 Internal Wireless Antenna(s)*: For Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
• 6 Cameras (2): For video conferencing and other visual tasks.
• 7 Power Button/Fingerprint Reader*: Turns the computer on/off and allows biometric login.
• 8 Windows Copilot Key**: Dedicated key to launch Windows Copilot.
• 9 Touchpad: Integrated pointing device.
• Windows Key: Opens the Start menu.
• HDMI Port: For connecting to external displays.
• USB Type-C Thunderbolt Ports (2): High-speed data transfer, display output, and power delivery.
• Battery Indicator Light: Shows battery status.
• Combo Audio-Out (Headphone)/Audio-In (Microphone) Jack: For connecting audio devices.
• Magnetic Pen Attachment Area and nano SIM Card Slot: For stylus storage and cellular connectivity.
• USB Type-C Port: For data transfer and charging.
• USB Port: Standard USB port for peripherals.
• Security Cable Slot: For physical security.
• Speakers (2): For audio output.
• Ventilation Opening: Allows for heat dissipation.

* Available on select products.
** Windows Copilot requires Windows 11. Some features require a neural processing unit. Feature delivery and availability may vary by market and device. A Microsoft account is required to use the Copilot feature. When the Copilot feature is unavailable, pressing the Copilot key opens the Bing search engine. See http://aka.ms/WindowsAIFeatures.

The color, features, feature locations, icon labels, and actual computer accessories may differ from those shown in the illustration.

Windows Start Screen Navigation:

Depending on your product, you can use a keyboard and mouse, a touchpad, or a touchscreen to navigate the Windows Start screen.

• VIEW THE START MENU: Select the Start button ?.
• FIND SETTINGS: Select the Start button ?, and then select the Settings icon ⚙️.
• SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER: Select the Start button ?, select the Power icon ?, and then select Shut down.
• SEARCH: Select the Search icon ? on the taskbar, and then type the name of an app, setting, file, or Internet topic in the search box.
• SWITCH BETWEEN OPEN APPS: Select the Task View icon ?.

Windows screen features and appearance vary depending on the operating system version and any additional software installed on your computer.

Gestures:

Some computers support a touchscreen, but some computers, applications, and files may not support all touch gestures.

TOUCHPAD OR TOUCHSCREEN:

• Tap or double-tap to select.
• Pinch to zoom in or out.

TOUCHSCREEN ONLY:

• Swipe to scroll.

TOUCHPAD ONLY:

• Tap to right-click.
• Swipe to navigate.

For more details about multi-finger gestures, select Start, select Settings ⚙️, select Bluetooth & devices, and then select Touchpad.

Legal and Copyright Information

© Copyright 2024 HP Development Company, L.P. Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum. Not all features are available in all editions or versions of Windows. Systems may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers, software or BIOS update to take full advantage of Windows functionality. Windows is automatically updated, which is always enabled. High-speed internet and Microsoft account required. ISP fees may apply and additional requirements may apply over time for updates. See http://www.windows.com. If your product ships with Windows in S Mode: Windows in S Mode works exclusively with apps from the Microsoft Store within Windows. Certain default settings, features, and apps cannot be changed. Some accessories and apps that are compatible with Windows may not work (including some antivirus, PDF writers, driver utilities, and accessibility apps), and performance may vary, even if you switch out of S Mode. If you switch to Windows, you cannot switch back to S Mode. Learn more at Windows.com/SmodeFAQ. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: November 2024