HP Pavilion 15 Sleekbook User Manual

5 Using Windows 8 Setup Utility
(BIOS) and System Diagnostics
Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and
output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utility
(BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the
amount of system and extended memory.
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)
To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10.
Information about how to navigate in Setup Utility (BIOS) is located at the bottom of the screen.
NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the
computer from operating properly.
Updating the BIOS
Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website.
Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs.
Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding
installing and troubleshooting the file.
Determining the BIOS version
To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed
on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed.
BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn
+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Setup Utility (BIOS).
1.
Start Setup Utility (BIOS).
2.
Use the arrow keys to select Main.
3.
To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit, select
Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)
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HP Pavilion 15 Sleekbook Specifications

General

Display Size	15.6 inches
Resolution	1366 x 768
RAM	Up to 8GB
Storage	500GB / 750GB HDD
Graphics	Integrated Intel HD Graphics
Operating System	Windows 8
Battery	4-cell Lithium-ion
Wireless	802.11b/g/n
Ports	2 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, HDMI, RJ-45, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack

Summary

Product description

Processors

Lists Intel Core i3/i5/Pentium processors and their specifications.

Chipsets

Lists Intel chipsets and their compatibility with computer models.

Graphics

Details integrated (UMA) and discrete graphics options for the computer.

Display panel

Describes display types, resolutions, brightness, and aspect ratio.

Memory modules

Details memory slot types and supported RAM configurations.

Hard drives

Lists various SATA and mSATA hard drive options and their specifications.

Wireless

Lists available WLAN and Bluetooth adapter options and their specifications.

Keyboard/pointing devices

Details keyboard travel distance and touchpad features.

Battery

Specifies AC adapter wattage and battery details.

External component identification

Right side

Identifies components located on the right side of the computer.

Left side

Identifies components located on the left side of the computer.

Display

Identifies display components, webcam, and microphone.

Top

Details the touchpad, its buttons, and related indicators.

Lights

Describes various indicator lights like power, mute, wireless, and caps lock.

Buttons and speakers

Identifies the power button and the computer's speakers.

Keys

Explains the function keys, operating system key, and other special keyboard keys.

Bottom

Identifies components located on the bottom of the computer, including battery bay.

Illustrated parts catalog

Service label

Explains the information on the service label for ordering parts and support.

Computer major components

Lists major internal and external computer components with their part numbers.

Display assembly subcomponents

Details parts specific to the display assembly, like bezel and hinges.

Miscellaneous parts

Lists various accessory and smaller parts like AC adapters and cables.

Sequential part number listing

An index of part numbers and their corresponding descriptions.

Removal and replacement procedures

Preliminary replacement requirements

Outlines necessary tools, precautions, and considerations before component removal.

Battery

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing and installing the computer battery.

Keyboard

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer keyboard.

Top cover

Explains how to remove and replace the computer's top cover assembly.

Hard drive

Provides a step-by-step guide for replacing the computer's hard drive.

System board

Guides the user on removing and replacing the main system board.

Memory module

Offers steps for adding or replacing RAM modules in the computer.

Display Assembly

Details the steps for removing the entire display assembly from the computer.

Using Windows 8 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics

Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)

Explains how to access and start the computer's BIOS setup utility.

Updating the BIOS

Information on obtaining and installing BIOS updates from HP's website.

Determining the BIOS version

How to check the current BIOS version installed on the computer.

Downloading a BIOS update

Detailed steps for downloading a BIOS update file from the HP website.

Using System Diagnostics

Instructions for running diagnostic tests to check computer hardware functionality.

Using Ubuntu Linux Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics

Starting Setup Utility

How to access and start the computer's BIOS setup utility in Ubuntu Linux.

Using Setup Utility

Covers navigation, language changes, and system information display within the utility.

Restoring factory default settings in Setup Utility

Steps to reset BIOS settings to their original factory defaults.

Exiting Setup Utility

How to exit the BIOS utility, saving or discarding changes.

Updating the BIOS

Information on obtaining and installing BIOS updates for Ubuntu Linux.

Determining the BIOS version

How to check the current BIOS version under Ubuntu Linux.

Downloading a BIOS update

Steps to download BIOS updates for Ubuntu Linux from HP.

Using System Diagnostics

Instructions for running hardware diagnostics in Ubuntu Linux.

Windows 8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering

Creating recovery media and backups

Guide on creating backups and HP Recovery media for system recovery.

Creating HP Recovery media

Detailed steps to create HP Recovery media using HP Recovery Manager.

Restoring and recovering your system

Overview of system recovery methods like Windows Refresh and HP Recovery Manager.

Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery

How to use Windows Refresh to restore system stability without data loss.

Remove everything and reinstall Windows

Procedure to reset the computer to its original state by removing all data.

Recovering using HP Recovery Manager

Steps to recover the computer using HP Recovery Manager software.

Specifications

Computer specifications

General technical specifications for the computer, including dimensions and power.

39.6 (15.6 in), TouchSmart display specifications

Specific technical details for the TouchSmart display, including dimensions and brightness.

39.6 (15.6 in), BrightView display specifications

Specific technical details for the BrightView display, including dimensions and contrast ratio.

Hard drive specifications

Technical specifications for various hard drive models, including capacity and seek times.

Ubuntu Linux Backing up, restoring, and recovering

Performing a system recovery

How to repair or restore the computer to its factory state using Deja Dup or DVDs.

Creating the restore DVDs

Steps to create system restore DVDs for Ubuntu Linux.

Creating a restore image on a USB device

Guide to creating a system restore image on a USB storage device.

Performing recovery using the restore DVD

How to perform system recovery using a restore DVD or USB device.

Backing up your information

Recommendations and methods for regularly backing up computer files.

Power cord set requirements

Requirements for all countries

General requirements for power cord sets applicable globally.

Requirements for specific countries and regions

Country-specific requirements and accredited agencies for power cords.

Recycling