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Table of contents 1 See what's new ................................................................................................................................................. 1 2 Navigating the Start screen ............................................................................................................................... 2 Locating the Start button and the Start menu ....................................................................................... 3 Shutting down the computer .......
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1 See what's new This guide describes new Windows® features, which may update some of the information provided with your computer.
2 Navigating the Start screen The Start screen provides a central location where you can access information and email, browse the Web, stream videos, view photos, and access social media websites. NOTE: Your computer's Start screen may look different than the following illustration. Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures (1) Open an app Click a Start screen app. Tap a Start screen app.
IMPORTANT: To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows key on your keyboard, or point to the lower-left corner of the Start screen, and then click or tap the Start button . Locating the Start button and the Start menu The Start button is displayed in the lower-left corner of the Windows desktop. The Start menu offers quick access to frequently used options, including File Explorer, Control Panel, Desktop, Power Options, and Shut down.
Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures NOTE: On select touch screen models, swipe up to display a list of all apps on your computer, and swipe down to return to the Start screen. Closing apps Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures Close an app 1. Point to the upper-left corner of the screen, and then move down the left side of the screen to display all open apps. 1. From the upper-left corner of the screen, swipe in and out to display all open apps. 2.
Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures Discover and connect to a Miracastcertified wireless display Point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the Start screen to display the charms, click Devices, click Project, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Swipe from the right edge of the Start screen to display the charms, tap Devices, tap Project, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
3 Backup, restore, and recovery updates The following backup, restore, and recovery procedures replace the procedures provided in the User Guide for your computer. Using Windows backup and restore For information about the Windows backup and restore features, see the HP Support Assistant. NOTE: The path to access the HP Support Assistant has changed. 1. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Type restore in the Search field, and then follow the information provided.
4 Specifications update Input power The power information in this section shows an operating voltage and current that may apply to your device and may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally. For other input power ratings, see the User Guide provided for your computer. Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 19.5 V dc @ 2.
5 More HP resources To locate product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Resource Contents Windows Basics guide ● Explanation of using Windows® 8 Getting Started with Windows 8 app on the Start screen. To access this app, click or tap the Getting Started with Windows 8 app. ● Video demonstrating Windows 8 features HP worldwide support ● Online chat with an HP technician To get support in your language, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.
