HP Spectre 13 Pro Series User manual

User Guide

© Copyright 2013 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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First Edition: September 2013
Document Part Number: 736656-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions
of Windows. This computer may require
upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers and/or software to take
full advantage of Windows functionality.
See http://www.microsoft.com for details.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or
otherwise using any software product
preinstalled 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
remedy is to return the entire unused
product (hardware and software) within 14
days for a refund subject to the refund
policy of your place of purchase.
For any further information or to request a
full refund of the computer, please contact
your local point of sale (the seller).

Safety warning notice
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not
place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on
a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to
come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation.
The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined
by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
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Table of contents
1 Starting right ................................................................................................................................................... 1
Visit the HP Apps Store ........................................................................................................................ 1
Best practices ....................................................................................................................................... 1
Fun things to do .................................................................................................................................... 2
More HP resources .............................................................................................................................. 3
2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 5
Finding your hardware and software information ................................................................................. 5
Locating hardware ............................................................................................................... 5
Locating software ................................................................................................................. 5
Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 9
Lights ................................................................................................................................. 10
Buttons ............................................................................................................................... 11
Keys ................................................................................................................................... 12
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 14
3 Connecting to a network .............................................................................................................................. 16
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 16
Using the wireless controls ................................................................................................ 16
Using the wireless button .................................................................................. 16
Using operating system controls ....................................................................... 17
Sharing data and drives and accessing software .............................................................. 17
Using a WLAN ................................................................................................................... 18
Using an Internet service provider .................................................................... 18
Setting up a WLAN ............................................................................................ 18
Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 19
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 19
Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 19
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) ..................................................... 20
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4 Enjoying entertainment features ................................................................................................................. 21
Multimedia features ............................................................................................................................ 21
Using the webcam .............................................................................................................................. 22
Editing media in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ................................................................................... 23
Special features ................................................................................................................. 23
Using audio ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Connecting speakers ......................................................................................................... 23
Connecting headphones and microphones ....................................................................... 24
Using Beats Audio ............................................................................................................. 24
Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel ............................................................... 24
Enabling and disabling Beats Audio .................................................................. 24
Testing your audio features ............................................................................................... 24
Using video ......................................................................................................................................... 25
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable ............................................................... 25
Setting up HDMI audio ...................................................................................... 26
Connecting a digital display device .................................................................................... 27
View media in high-resolution display (select models only) ............................................................... 28
5 Navigating the screen ................................................................................................................................... 29
Using the TouchPad and gestures ..................................................................................................... 29
Selecting and opening ....................................................................................................... 30
Scrolling ............................................................................................................................. 31
Pinching/zooming .............................................................................................................. 32
Right-click .......................................................................................................................... 33
Rotating ............................................................................................................................. 34
Flicking ............................................................................................................................... 35
Close an app ...................................................................................................................... 36
Edge swipes ...................................................................................................................... 37
Display and select a charm ............................................................................... 37
Reveal and select open apps ............................................................................ 38
Display the Customize icon ............................................................................... 39
Switch between open apps ............................................................................... 40
Using touch screen gestures .............................................................................................................. 41
Selecting ............................................................................................................................ 41
Scrolling and moving objects ............................................................................................. 42
Pinching/zooming .............................................................................................................. 43
Rotating ............................................................................................................................. 43
Edge swipes ...................................................................................................................... 44
Display the charms ............................................................................................ 44
Access open apps ............................................................................................. 44
Display the Customize icon ............................................................................... 45
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Using the keyboard and mouse .......................................................................................................... 45
Using the keys ................................................................................................................... 45
Using the action keys ........................................................................................ 45
Using the hot keys ............................................................................................. 46
Using voice navigation ....................................................................................................................... 47
Windows essential tasks .................................................................................................................... 47
Displaying the Start button ................................................................................................. 47
Displaying the Start menu .................................................................................................. 47
Displaying all apps ............................................................................................................. 48
Opening apps .................................................................................................................... 48
Displaying open apps ........................................................................................................ 48
Closing an open app .......................................................................................................... 48
Switching between open apps ........................................................................................... 48
Opening the Windows desktop and returning to the Start screen ..................................... 48
Displaying charms ............................................................................................................. 49
Searching for apps, settings, or files .................................................................................. 49
Moving an app ................................................................................................................... 49
Creating an app group ....................................................................................................... 49
Unpinning an app from the Start screen ............................................................................ 49
Resizing an app ................................................................................................................. 49
Printing ............................................................................................................................... 49
Save and organize favorites .............................................................................................. 49
Downloading apps from the Windows Store ...................................................................... 50
Locking the computer ........................................................................................................ 50
Using Windows shortcut keys ............................................................................................ 51
6 Managing power ............................................................................................................................................ 53
Initiating Sleep and Hibernation ......................................................................................................... 53
Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only) ............................................................ 53
Manually initiating and exiting Sleep .................................................................................. 54
Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) ....................................... 54
Setting password protection on wakeup ............................................................................ 54
Using the power meter and power settings ........................................................................................ 55
Running on battery power .................................................................................................................. 55
Factory-sealed battery ....................................................................................................... 55
Finding battery information ................................................................................................ 55
Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 56
Identifying low battery levels .............................................................................................. 56
Resolving a low battery level ............................................................................................. 56
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ........................ 56
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ..................... 56
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Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 56
Running on external AC power .......................................................................................................... 57
Troubleshooting power problems ...................................................................................... 57
HP CoolSense (select models only) ................................................................................................... 58
Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart Connect Technology (select models only) .......... 58
Shutting down (turning off) the computer ........................................................................................... 59
7 Maintaining your computer .......................................................................................................................... 60
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 60
Cleaning your computer ..................................................................................................................... 60
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 60
Cleaning the display (All-in-Ones or Notebooks) .............................................. 61
Cleaning the sides or cover ............................................................................... 61
Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse ................................................... 61
Traveling with or shipping your computer ........................................................................................... 61
8 Securing your computer and information .................................................................................................. 63
Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 63
Setting Windows passwords .............................................................................................. 64
Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords ............................................................................. 64
TPM Embedded Security device (select models only) ....................................................................... 65
Using Internet security software ......................................................................................................... 65
Using antivirus software ..................................................................................................... 65
Using firewall software ....................................................................................................... 66
Installing software updates ................................................................................................................. 66
Installing critical security updates ...................................................................................... 66
Installing HP and third-party software updates .................................................................. 66
Securing your wireless network .......................................................................................................... 66
Backing up your software applications and information ..................................................................... 67
Using an optional security cable lock ................................................................................................. 67
9 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...................................................... 68
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ............................................................................................................... 68
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................. 68
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................... 68
Downloading a BIOS update ............................................................................................. 69
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...................................................................................... 69
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ............................... 70
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10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ..................................................................................................... 71
Creating recovery media and backups ............................................................................................... 71
Creating HP Recovery media ............................................................................................ 71
Restore and recovery ......................................................................................................................... 72
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager .......................................................................... 73
What you need to know ..................................................................................... 73
Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only) ...................................... 73
Using HP Recovery media to recover ............................................................... 74
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................... 74
Removing the HP Recovery partition ................................................................................. 74
11 Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 75
Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 75
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 75
12 Electrostatic Discharge .............................................................................................................................. 76
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 77
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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 you set up your computer, fun things to do with your
computer, and where to find additional HP resources.
Visit the HP Apps Store
To download apps to the Start screen, visit the HP Apps Store. The HP Apps Store offers a wide
choice of popular games, entertainment and music apps, productivity apps, and apps exclusive to
HP. The selection is updated regularly and includes regional content and country-specific offers. Be
sure to check the HP Apps Store frequently for new and updated features.
IMPORTANT: You must be connected to the Internet to access the HP Apps Store.
To view and download an app:
1. From the Start screen, select the Store app.
2. Select HP Picks to view all the available apps.
3. Select the app you want to download, and then follow the on-screen instructions. When the
download is complete, the app appears on the Start screen.
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 16.
●Take a minute to browse Windows essential tasks on page 47 to explore the new Windows®
features.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. For more information, see Getting to
know your computer on page 5and Enjoying entertainment features on page 21 for
information.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at Using antivirus software on page 65.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backing up,
restoring, and recovering on page 71.
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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
video devices using an HDMI cable on page 25.
●You know that 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 23.
●Experience music the way the artist intended, with deep controlled bass and clear, pure sound.
See Using Beats Audio on page 24.
●Whether you are an amateur or professional photographer or somewhere in between, Adobe®
Photoshop® Lightroom® 5 is an intuitive, all-in-one solution for bringing out the best in your
photographs. It includes powerful yet simple automatic adjustments and features as well as
state-of-the-art advanced tools, allowing you to achieve amazing image quality. See Editing
media in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom on page 23.
●Use the TouchPad and the new Windows touch gestures for smooth control of images and
pages of text. See Using the TouchPad and gestures on page 29 and Using the TouchPad
and gestures on page 29.
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More HP resources
You have already used Setup poster to turn on the computer and locate this guide. To locate
resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup poster ●Overview of computer setup, features, and using Windows®.
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, from the Start screen,
type help, and then from the Search window, 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
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
●Support telephone numbers
●HP service center locations
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2. 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
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this guide:
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
●Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal
information
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Resource Contents
Limited Warranty*
To access this warranty:
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
2. 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 or DVD provided in the box. In some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited
Warranty in the box. For some countries or 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 control panel, and then select Control Panel.
2. Select System and Security, select System, and then select Device Manager in the left
column.
A list reveals all the devices installed on your computer.
To find information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press
fn+esc.
Locating software
To find out what software is installed on your computer:
▲From the Start screen, move the curser until the arrow appears in the lower-left corner of the
screen, and then select the arrow.
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Right side
Component Description
(1) USB 3.0 port Connects optional USB devices, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(2) Mini DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
(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) AC adapter light ●On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Off: The computer is using battery power.
(5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
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Left side
Component Description
(1) 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.
(2) USB 3.0 port Connects optional USB devices, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(3) 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 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, and then
select the HP Support Assistant app.
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).
(4) Memory card reader Connects optional memory cards that store, manage, share,
or access information.
To insert:
1. Hold the card label side up with connectors facing the
slot, and press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
To remove:
1. Press in on the card and quickly release it. The card
pops out.
(5) Hard drive light Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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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) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(4) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the
lighting conditions in your environment.
(5) Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models may
allow you to video conference and chat online using streaming
video.
To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink,
and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of
applications.
(6) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
*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,
and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1) Left control zone Textured area that allows you to perform additional
gestures.
(2) 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 37.
(3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5) Right control zone Textured area that allows you to perform additional
gestures.
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Lights
Component Description
(1) 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.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from inactivity. For more information, see
Initiating Sleep and Hibernation on page 53.
(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, switching the keys to all capital letters.
(3) Mute light ●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
(4) 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.
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