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HP Spectre Ultrabook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
IMPORTANT! This document is intended for
HP authorized service providers only.
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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 contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during
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Table of contents 1 Product description ........................................................................................................... 1 2 External component identification ..................................................................................... 4 Display ................................................................................................................................... 4 Button ...........................................................................
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Computer feet ......................................................................................................... 32 Battery ................................................................................................................... 33 Solid-state drive ...................................................................................................... 35 Card Reader board cable ........................................................................................ 37 NFC board
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Creating HP Recovery media .................................................................................... 78 Restore and recovery .............................................................................................................. 79 Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery ................................................... 80 Remove everything and reinstall Windows ................................................................. 81 Recovering using HP Recovery Manager
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1 Product description Category Description Product Name HP Spectre Ultrabook PC Processors ● Intel® Core® i7-3517U 1.9-GHz processor (4.0-MB L3 cache, 17 W) ● Intel Core i5-3317U 1.7-GHz processor (4.0-MB L3 cache, 17 W) Processor is soldered to the system board Chipset Intel HM76 Express chipset Intel HM65 Express chipset Graphics Internal graphics: ● Universal memory architecture (UMA) with shared video memory ● Intel HD Graphics 4000 on computer models equipped with the Intel HM76 Express chi
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Category Description High-performance ENVY-branded speakers mounted in bass reflex enclosures Audio and video (continued) Separate amplifiers for headphone HP TrueVision HD webcam (fixed, no tilt with activity LED; 3-element lens with fixed focus (50-cm), F/2.0, 1280×720 by 24 frames per second) Two omnidirectional, dual array, digital microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echo-cancellation, noise-reduction software Ethernet Integrated 10/100/1000 Wireless Integrated wireless local area
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Category Description Operating system Preinstalled: ● Windows® 8 Professional ● Windows 8 Standard Serviceability End-user replaceable part: AC adapter 3
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2 External component identification Display Item 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. (3) Proximity sensors (2)* Detect your presence in front of the computer and turn on the radiance backlight keyboard feature. (4) Internal microphones (2) Record audio, a
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Item Component Description (6) HP TrueVision HD webcam Records video and captures still photographs. To access the webcam, select Start > All Programs > CyberLink > CyberLink YouCam. *The antennas and proximity sensors are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas and proximity sensors free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that appli
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Button Component Description ● Power button When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, simultaneously press and hold the power button and the mute b
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Keys Item Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes the following functions: ● When the key is pressed in combination with the esc key, system information is displayed. ● When the key is pressed in combination with the b key, Beats Audio is enabled or disabled. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. (5) b key Enables or disables Beats Audio
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Lights Item Component Description ● (1) Power light White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (2) Caps lock light ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. (3) Keyboard backlight light White: Identifies the keyboard backlight action key. Press the key to turn the keyboard backlight on or off. ● (4) Wireless light White: An integrated wireless device, such as a WLAN device, is enabled. NOTE: Wireless dev
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Imagepad Item Component Description ● (1) Imagepad light Amber: The Imagepad is off. ● On: The Imagepad is on. (2) Imagepad on/off button Quickly double-tap this button to turn the Imagepad off or on. (3) Left Imagepad button The bottom left corner of the Imagepad functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) Imagepad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (5) Right Imagepad button The bottom right corner of the Imagepad functions like the right button on
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Left side Item Component Description (1) DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-performance monitor or projector. (2) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI 1.4 device. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (4) USB 3.0 charging port Connects an optional USB 1.0, USB 2.0, or USB 3.0 device and provides enhanced USB power performance. The
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Item Component Description (6) Audio-out (headphone) jack/ Audio-in Produces sound when connected to optional powered (microphone) jack stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional headset microphone. 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. NOTE: When a device is connected t
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Right side Item Component Description (1) Mute button Mutes or restores speaker sound. (2) Volume dial Adjusts the speaker volume. To increase the volume, rotate the dial clockwise. To decrease the volume, rotate the dial counter-clockwise. (3) Beats Audio button Opens Beats Audio Control Panel, which allows you to view and control all audio settings. Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. NOTE: To open Beats Audio Control
