HP Zbook 15 g2

Welcome

After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your smart investment:

• TIP:  To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop, press

the Windows key on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the previous screen.

• Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, see Network connections on page 20.

• Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see Using antivirus software on page 47.

• Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Components on page 4 and Screen navigation on page 25 for additional information.

• Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer: Select the Start button, and then select All apps.

‒ or –

Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.

• Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backup and recovery on page 54.

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Finding information

To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specifications tab, and then select User Guides.

‒ or –

Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.

Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices	●	Important regulatory notices, including information about proper
To access this document:		battery disposal, if needed.

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specifications tab, and then select User Guides.

Limited Warranty* ● Specific warranty information about this computer

To access this document:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, and then select Warranty and services.

‒ or –

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Resource Contents

Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.

*You can find your HP Limited Warranty located with the user guides on your product and/or on the CD or DVD provided in the box. In some countries or regions, HP may provide a printed warranty in the box. For countries or regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you can request a copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. For products purchased in Asia Pacific, you can write to HP at Hewlett Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507. Include your product name, and your name, phone number, and postal address.

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Components

Locating hardware

To find out what hardware is installed on your computer:

• Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app.

A list displays all the devices installed on your computer.

For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn+esc (select products only).

Locating software

To find out what software is installed on your computer:

• Select the Start button, and then select All apps. ‒ or –

Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.

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Right

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Left

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Display

Component	Description
(1)	WLAN antennas*	Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
		area networks (WLANs).
(2)	WWAN antennas* (select products only)	Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
		area networks (WWANs).
(3)	Internal microphones	Record sound.
(4)	Webcam light (select products only)	On: The webcam is in use.
(5)	Webcam (select products only)	Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to

video conference and chat online using streaming video.

To use the webcam:

▲ Type camera in the taskbar search box, and then select

Camera

*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:

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

‒ or –

Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select My PC, select the Specifications tab, and then select User Guides.

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Top

TouchPad

Component		Description
(1)	Pointing stick (select products only)	Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(2)	Left pointing stick button	Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)	TouchPad on/off button	Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(4)	TouchPad zone	Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate
(5)	Left TouchPad button	Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(6)	Right pointing stick button	Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(7)	Center pointing stick button	Functions like the center button on an external mouse.
(8)	Center TouchPad button	Functions like the center button on an external mouse.
(9)	Right TouchPad button	Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

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Lights

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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader

A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection

is possible.

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Component		Description
(4)	Volume mute button	Mutes and restores speaker sound.

5. Fingerprint reader (select products only)

Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.

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Special function keys

Component		Description
(1)	esc key	Displays system information when pressed in combination with
		the fn key.
(2)	fn key	Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
		combination with a function key, the num lock key, the esc key,
		or the fn+b.
		See Using the hot keys on page 12
(3)	Windows key	Opens the Start menu.
		NOTE:  Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
		menu.
(4)	Function keys	Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
		combination with the fn key.
(5)	num lock key	Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off.
(6)	Integrated numeric keypad	A separate keypad to the right of the alphabet keyboard that
		enables you to add, subtract, and perform other numeric tasks.
		When num lock is on, the integrated keypad can be used like an
		external numeric keypad.

Using the hot keys

To use a hot key:

• Press the fn key, and then press the correct function key represented by the icons below.

Prress fn+function	Description
key
	Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other system components
	turn off and power is conserved.
	To exit Sleep, briefly press the power button.

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Prress fn+function	Description
key
	CAUTION:  To reduce the risk of information loss, seave your work before initiating Sleep.
	Switches the screen image aong display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is
	connected to the computer, fn + f4 alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to
	simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor.
	Most external monitors receive video information on the computer using the external VGA video standard.
	The fn + f4 hot key can also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information on
	the computer.
	Decreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
	Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
	Mutes the microphone.
	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.
	Turns the keyboard backlight off or on. (select products only)
	NOTE:  To conserve battery power, turn off this feature.

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Bottom

Component		Description
(1)	Battery release latch	Releases the battery.
(2)	Battery bay	Holds the battery.
(3)	SIM slot	Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The
		SIM slot is located inside the battery bay.
(4)	Docking connector	Connects an optional docking device.
(5)	Accessory battery connector	Connects an optional accessory battery.
(6)	Service door release lock	Locks the service door.
(7)	Service door release latch	Releases the service door.
(8)	Vents	Enable airflow to cool internal components.

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Component		Description
		NOTE:  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.
(9)	Service door	Provides access to the hard drive bay, the WLAN module
		slot, the WWAN module slot, and the memory module
		slots.
		CAUTION:  To prevent an unresponsive system, replace
		the wireless module only with a wireless module
		authorized for use in the computer by the governmental
		agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
		region. If you replace the module and then receive a
		warning message, remove the module to restore
		computer functionality, and then contact support.
		▲   Type support in the taskbar search box, and then
		select the HP Support Assistant app.
		– or –
		Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.

Front

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Component Description

When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):

● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low

battery level. When the battery has reached a critical

battery level, the battery light begins blinking

rapidly.

● Off: The battery is not charging.

(4) Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive.

NOTE: For more information about HP 3D DriveGuard,

see Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only)

on page 50.

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Rear

Labels

The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer.

IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display.

• Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you will probably be asked for the serial number, and possibly for the product number or the model number. Locate these numbers before you contact support.

Your service label will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that most closely matches the service label on your computer.

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Component

1. Serial number

2. Product number

3. Warranty period

4. Model number (select products only)

Component

1. Model name (select products only)

2. Product number

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.

Inserting a SIM card (select products only)

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM card.

To insert a SIM card, follow these steps:

1. Turn off the computer by using the Shut down command.

2. Close the display.

3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.

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5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you.

6. Remove the battery.

7. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot, and then press in on the SIM card until it is firmly seated.

NOTE: The SIM card in your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

NOTE: See the image on the battery bay to determine which way the SIM card should be inserted into your computer.

To remove a SIM card, press in on the SIM card, and then remove it from the slot.

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• Network connections

Your computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wireless network connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world.

Connecting to a wireless network

Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:

• WLAN device—Connects the computer to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point.

• HP Mobile Broadband Module (select products only)—A wireless wide area network (WWAN) device that gives you wireless connectivity over a much larger area. Mobile network operators install base stations (similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic areas, effectively providing coverage across entire states, regions, or even countries.

• Bluetooth device—Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. In a PAN, each device communicates directly with other devices, and devices must be relatively close together—typically within 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each other.

Using the wireless controls

You can control the wireless devices in your computer using one or more of these features:

• Wireless button (also called airplane mode key or wireless key) (referred to in this chapter as wireless button)

• Operating system controls

Wireless button

The computer may have a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights. All the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory.

The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of individual devices.

Operating system controls

The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, and diagnose and repair network problems.

To use operating system controls:

1. Type control panel in the taskbar search box, and then select Control Panel.

2. Select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center.

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