Getting to know your computer

Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they are located, and how they work.

Right side

Figura : Identifying the right-side components

Right-side components and their descriptions
Component		Description
(1)	Memory card reader	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: Pull the card out of the memory card reader.
(2)	USB SuperSpeed ports (2)	Connect a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provide high-speed data transfer.
(3)	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.
(4)	Power connector	Connects an AC adapter.

Left side

Figura : Identifying the left-side components

Left-side components and their descriptions
Component	Description
(1)		RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights	Connects a network cable. White: The network is connected. Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(2)		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 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) device.
(3)		USB Type-C port	Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer. Nota: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be required.
(4)		Drive light	Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
(5)		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.
(6)		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. Avvertenza: 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: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation. Nota: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.

Display

Figura : Identifying the display components

Display components and their descriptions
Component	Description
(1)	WLAN antennas* (1 or 2 depending on model)	Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs).
(2)	Internal microphones	Record sound.
(3)	Camera light	On: The camera is in use.
(4)	Camera	Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images. Some cameras also allow a facial recognition logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. Nota: 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: Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.

Keyboard area

TouchPad

Figura : Identifying the TouchPad

TouchPad components and their descriptions
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

Figura : Identifying the lights

Lights and their descriptions
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.

Button, speakers, vent, and fingerprint reader

Figura : Identifying button, speakers, vent, and fingerprint reader

Button, speakers, vent, and fingerprint reader and their descriptions
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. Attenzione: 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)		Speakers	Produce sound.
(3)		Vent	Enables airflow to cool internal components. Nota: 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.
(4)		Fingerprint reader (select products only)	Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. To use the fingerprint reader, place your finger on the fingerprint reader until it reads your fingerprint. Nota: To prevent fingerprint logon issues, make sure when you register your fingerprint that all sides of your finger are registered by the fingerprint reader.

Special keys

Figura : Identifying special keys

Special keys and their descriptions
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. Nota: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu.
(4)		Action keys	Execute frequently used system functions. Nota: On select products, the f5 action key turns the keyboard backlight feature off or on.
(5)		num lock key	Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on the integrated numeric keypad.
(6)		Integrated numeric keypad	A separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard. When num lock is pressed, the keypad can be used like an external numeric keypad. Nota: If the keypad function is active when the computer is turned off, that function is reinstated when the computer is turned back 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.

Action keys and their descriptions
Icon	Description
	Helps prevent side-angle viewing from onlookers. 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.
	Opens the “How to get help in Windows 10” webpage.
	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.
	Stops audio or video playback of a CD, 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. Nota: The airplane mode key is also referred to as the wireless button. Nota: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.

Bottom

Figura : Identifying bottom components

Bottom components and their descriptions
Component	Description
Vent	Enables airflow to cool internal components. Nota: 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.

Nota:
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.

Figura : identifying the service label

Service label components
Component
(1)	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.