Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) ............................................................................... 67
Locating the fingerprint reader ........................................................................................... 68
10 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 69
Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 69
Cleaning your computer ..................................................................................................................... 72
Cleaning products .............................................................................................................. 72
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 72
Cleaning the display .......................................................................................... 73
Cleaning the sides and cover ............................................................................ 73
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................. 73
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 73
Using SoftPaq Download Manager .................................................................................................... 74
11 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................. 75
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 75
Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 76
Using the Windows recovery tools ..................................................................................... 76
Using f11 recovery tools .................................................................................................... 77
Using Windows 8 operating system media (purchased separately) .................................. 77
Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery ....................................................... 78
Remove everything and reinstall Windows ........................................................................ 78
Using HP Software Setup .................................................................................................. 79
12 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics ................................................................. 80
Using Computer Setup ....................................................................................................................... 80
Starting Computer Setup ................................................................................................... 80
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ..................................................................... 80
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................... 81
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................. 82
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................... 82
Downloading a BIOS update ............................................................................. 82
Using Advanced System Diagnostics ................................................................................................. 83
13 Support ........................................................................................................................................................ 85
Contacting support ............................................................................................................................. 85
Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 86
14 Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 87
Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 87
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