HP Spectre 13-ap0000 x360 Convertible PC - Components

Right side

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Figure : Identifying the right-side components

Component		Description
(1)	MicroSD memory card reader (select products only)	Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage, share, or access information. To insert a card: Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the computer. Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated. To remove a card: Press in on the card, and then remove it from the memory card reader.
(2)	MicroSD memory card reader/nano SIM card reader combo (select products only)	Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage, share, or access information, and supports a wireless subscriber identity module (nano SIM) card. caution: Inserting a SIM card of the wrong size could damage the SIM card or cause the SIM card to become stuck in the slot. The use of nano SIM card adapters is not recommended. To prevent damage to the nano SIM card or the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a nano SIM card. note: Before purchasing a nano SIM card, follow these instructions to determine the correct nano SIM card size for your computer: Go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then search for your computer by product name or number. Select Product Information. Refer to the listed options to determine which card to purchase. For installation steps, see Inserting a microSD card or a nano SIM card (select products only).
(3)	Camera privacy switch	Turns the camera off and on.
(4)	USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt™ port with HP Sleep and Charge	Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector, supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery. - and - Even when the computer is off, connects and charges most USB devices that have a Type-C connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer. - and - Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort output. note: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt docking station. note: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be required.
(5)	Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack	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. 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: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. note: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
(6)	AC adapter and battery light	White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged. Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the battery has reached a low battery level. Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. Off: The battery is not charging.
(7)	USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep and Charge	Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector, supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery. - and - Even when the computer is off, connects and charges most USB devices that have a Type-C connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer. - and - Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, providing DisplayPort output. note: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt docking station. note: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be required.

Left side

Figure : Identifying the left-side components

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 (select products only). When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation. caution: 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 5 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.
(2)		USB SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and Charge	Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and even when the computer is off, charges most products such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch.

Display

Figure : Identifying the display components

Component	Description
(1)	WWAN antennas* (select products only)	Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWANs).
(2)	WLAN antennas*	Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs).
(3)	Internal microphones	Record sound.
(4)	Camera lights	On: One or more cameras are in use.
(5)	Camera	Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images. note: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware and software installed on your product.
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 support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or - Click the question mark icon in the taskbar. Select My notebook, select the Specifications tab, and then select User Guides.

Keyboard area

TouchPad

Figure : Identifying the TouchPad

Component	Description
(1)		TouchPad zone	Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen.
(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.

Lights

Figure : Identifying the lights

Component	Description
(1)		Caps lock light	On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters.
(2)		Mute light	On: Computer sound is off. Off: Computer sound is on.

Speakers and fingerprint reader

Figure : Identifying speakers and fingerprint reader

Component	Description
(1)		Speakers	Produce sound.
(2)		Fingerprint reader	Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.

Special keys

Figure : Identifying special keys

Component	Description
(1)		esc key	Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
(2)		fn key	Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with another key.
(3)		Windows key	Opens the Start menu. note: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
(4)		Action keys	Execute frequently used system functions. note: On select products, the f5 action key turns the keyboard backlight feature off or on.

Action keys

An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your product, see Special keys.

To use an action key, press and hold the key.

Icon	Description
	Helps prevent side-angle viewing from onlookers (select products only). If needed, decrease or increase brightness for well-lit or darker environments. Press the key again to turn off the privacy screen.
	Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
	Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
	Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor.
	Turns the keyboard backlight off or on. On select products, you can adjust the brightness of the keyboard backlight. Press the key repeatedly to adjust the brightness from high (when you first start up the computer), to low, to off. After you adjust the keyboard backlight setting, the backlight will revert to your previous setting each time you turn on the computer. The keyboard backlight will turn off after 30 seconds of inactivity. To turn the keyboard backlight back on, press any key or tap the TouchPad (select products only). To conserve battery power, turn off this feature.
	Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a Blu-ray Disc (BD).
	Starts, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
	Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
	Decreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
	Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
	Mutes or restores speaker sound.
	Turns the airplane mode and wireless feature on or off. note: The airplane mode key is also referred to as the wireless button. note: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.

Bottom

Figure : Identifying bottom components

Component	Description
(1)		Speakers (2)	Produce sound.
(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.

Labels

The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. Labels may be in paper form or imprinted on the product.

note:
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 may be asked for the serial number, the product number, or the model number. Locate this information before you contact support.

Your service label will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that most closely matches the service label on your computer.

Figure : Identifying the service label

Component
(1)	HP product name
(2)	Model number
(3)	Product ID
(4)	Serial number
(5)	Warranty period

Figure : Identifying the service label

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.

Inserting a microSD card or a nano SIM card (select products only)

To insert a microSD or a nano SIM card into the SIM card slot, follow these steps:

Position the computer display-side up on a flat surface.
Insert a small straightened paper clip into the card tray access hole.
Press in gently on the clip until the card tray is ejected. (1)
Remove the tray (2) from the computer and insert the card (3).
Replace the tray in the computer. Press in gently on the tray (4) until it is firmly seated.

Figure : Inserting a microSD card

caution:
Inserting a SIM card of the wrong size could damage the SIM card or cause the SIM card to become stuck in the slot. The use of nano SIM card adapters is not recommended. To prevent damage to the nano SIM card or the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a nano SIM card.

note:
Before purchasing a nano SIM card, follow these instructions to determine the correct nano SIM card size for your computer:

Go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then search for your computer by product name or number.

Select Product Information.

Refer to the listed options to determine which card to purchase.

To insert a nano SIM card, follow these steps:

Position the computer display-side up on a flat surface.
Insert a small straightened paper clip into the card tray access hole.
Press in gently on the clip until the card tray is ejected (1) .
Remove the tray (2) from the computer and insert the card (3).
Replace the tray in the computer. Press in gently on the tray (4) until it is firmly seated.

Figure : Inserting a nano SIM card

To remove the card:

Release the card tray as described above, and then remove the card.
Replace the tray in the computer. Press in gently on the tray until it is firmly seated.