HP ENVY 15-ar000 x360 Convertible PC User guide

HP Envy x360 m6 Convertible PC

(model numbers m6 through ar0XX)

Maintenance and Service Guide

L.P.

Product notice

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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 10. This computer may require

upgraded and/or separately purchased

hardware, drivers and/or software to take full

advantage of Windows 10 functionality. See

http://www.microsoft.com for details.

The information contained herein is subject to

change without notice. The only warranties for

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Nothing herein should be construed as

constituting an additional warranty. HP shall

not be liable for technical or editorial errors or

omissions contained herein.

First Edition: April 2016

Document Part Number: 854269-001

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, at 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 airow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as

pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible

surface temperature limits dened by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology

Equipment (IEC 60950).

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Table of contents

1 Product description ....................................................................................................................................... 1

2 External component identication .................................................................................................................. 4

Locating hardware ................................................................................................................................................. 4

Locating software .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Keys ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Lights ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Speakers ................................................................................................................................................................. 8

TouchPad ................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Left side ............................................................................................................................................................... 10

Right side ............................................................................................................................................................. 12

Bottom ................................................................................................................................................................. 13

3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 14

Service tag ........................................................................................................................................................... 14

Computer major components .............................................................................................................................. 15

Display components ............................................................................................................................................ 17

Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 18

4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 19

Tools required ...................................................................................................................................................... 19

Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 19

Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 19

Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 19

Drive handling ................................................................................................................................... 20

Grounding guidelines ........................................................................................................................................... 21

Electrostatic discharge damage ........................................................................................................ 21

Packaging and transporting guidelines .......................................................................... 22

Workstation guidelines ................................................................................................... 22

Equipment guidelines ..................................................................................................... 23

5 Removal and replacement procedures ........................................................................................................... 24

Component replacement procedures .................................................................................................................. 24

Bottom cover ..................................................................................................................................... 24

Battery ............................................................................................................................................... 26

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Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 27

TouchPad cable .................................................................................................................................. 29

TouchPad ........................................................................................................................................... 29

Memory module ................................................................................................................................ 31

WLAN module .................................................................................................................................... 32

Solid-state drive ................................................................................................................................ 34

Fan/heat sink assembly .................................................................................................................... 35

Speakers ............................................................................................................................................ 36

Connector board ................................................................................................................................ 38

System board .................................................................................................................................... 39

Display assembly ............................................................................................................................... 41

Power connector cable ...................................................................................................................... 50

6 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ............................................................................................................................. 51

Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) ................................................................................................................................ 51

Updating Setup Utility (BIOS) .............................................................................................................................. 51

Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................................... 51

Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................................................. 52

7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................................................................................................... 53

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 53

8 Specications .............................................................................................................................................. 55

Computer specications ...................................................................................................................................... 55

9 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 57

Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 57

Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ......................................................................... 57

Using Windows tools ........................................................................................................................................... 58

Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 59

Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 59

What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 59

Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 60

Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 60

Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 61

Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 62

10 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 63

Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................ 63

Requirements for specic countries and regions ................................................................................................ 63

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11 Recycling .................................................................................................................................................. 65

Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 66

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1 Product description

Category Description

Product Name HP Envy x360 m6 Convertible PC (model numbers m6 through ar0XX)

Processors AMD® FX-9800P 2.70-GHz (turbo up to 3.60-GHz) processor (1866-MHz FSB, 2.0-MB L2 cache,

quad core, 15-W)

AMD A9-9410 2.90-GHz (turbo up to 3.5-GHz) processor (2133-MHz FSB, 1.0-MB L2 cache,

dual core, 15-W)

Chipset AMD Integrated soldered-on-chip (SOC) fusion controller hub (FCH)

Graphics Internal graphics:

AMD Radeon™ R7 Graphics on computer models equipped with an AMD FX-9800P processor

AMD Radeon™ R3 Graphics on computer models equipped with an AMD A9-9410 processor

Universal memory architecture (UMA) graphics

Support for HD decode, DX12, and high-denition multimedia interface (HDMI; only on computer

models equipped with an AMD FX-9800P processor)

Support for AMD FreeSync

Panel 15.6-in, full high-denition (FHD), BrightView (1920×1080), white light-emitting diode (WLED),

UWVA, in-plane switching (IPS), slim (3.2-mm), TouchScreen display; ush glass design

Typical brightness: 220 nits

Memory One SODIMM slot, non-accessible/non-upgradeable

Support for DDR4 1866 dual channel

Support for DDR4 2133 single channel

Support for up to 2.0-GB maximum on-board system memory: 2048-MB (256-MB × 16 ×

4 pieces)

Support for up to 10.0-GB maximum system memory in the following congurations:

●

10240-MB: 8192-MB × 1 + on-board 2048-MB (256-MB × 16 × 4 pieces)

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8192-MB: 8192-MB × 1

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6144-MB: 4096-MB × 1 + on-board 2048-MB (256-MB × 16 × 4 pieces)

Hard drive Hard drives:

Support for all 1P, 7.0-mm and 2P, 9.5-mm, SATA, 2.5-in hard drives

Support for Accelerometer hard drive protection

Support for 1-TB, 7200-rpm, SATA, 9.5-mm hard drive and 1-TB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 9.5-mm

hard drive

Solid-state drive Solid-state drive: Support for a 256-MB, M2.2280, PCIe 3×4SS, NVMe, solid-state drive supporting

triple-level cell (TLC) (only on computer models equipped with an AMD A9-9410 processor)

Audio and video HP Wide Vision high-denition webcam with indicator light, 720p by 30 frames per second,

BSI sensor, f2.0, 88° wide eld of vision

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Category Description

Audio and video (continued) Bang & Olufsen audio

Dual speakers with subwoofer

HD Audio (Conexant CX7700)

Integrated dual-array microphones with appropriate beam-forming, echo-cancellation, and noise

suppression software

Support for Conexant Smart Amp

Support for voice recognition

Ethernet Integrated 10/100/1000 network interface controller (NIC)

Sensors Accelerometer (one for hard drive protection / CoolSense, another for display panel rotation

detection to lock the keyboard and TouchPad function) (STMicro HP9DS1TR)

Ambient light sensor (STMicro HP2DC2TR)

E-compass ( STMicro HP9DS1TR)

Gyroscope ( STMicro HP9DS1TR)

Sensor hub (ST discrete Sensor Hub - STM32F102CBT6 )

Wireless Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options by way of wireless module

Support for the Broadcom BCM4371 802.11 AC 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.1 Combo Adapter

Two WLAN antennas

External media cards Micro-Secure Digital (SD) media reader slot

Ports

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Audio-in (mono microphone)/audio-out (stereo headphone) combination

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AC Smart Pin adapter plug

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HDMI v1.4 supporting up to 1920×1080(4K/2K) @ 60 Hz

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RJ-45/Ethernet

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USB 3.1 Gen 1 port with Type-A connector (2)

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USB 3.1 Gen 1 port with Type-C connector

Keyboard/pointing devices Full-size, backlit with keyboard with numeric keypad in dark ash silver nish

TouchPad requirements:

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ClickPad with image sensor

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Multitouch gestures enabled

●

Support for Windows modern trackpad gestures

●

Taps enabled as default

Power requirements Support for 45-W HP Smart AC adapter (non-PFC, 4.5-mm with mount) and 45-W HP Smart

AC adapter (RC, 4.5-mm, slim) with C5, 1.00-meter (3.28-feet) power cord

Support for 4-cell, 55-Wh, 3.62-Ah, Li-ion battery

Security

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Support for Discret Trusted Platfom Module (TPM) 2.0

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Support for fTPM 2.0

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Support for security cable lock

Operating system Preinstalled:

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Category Description

Operating system (continued)

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Windows 10 64-bit

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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit

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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit (SEA)

For developed market (ML): Windows 10 Home ML and Windows 10 Home High End ML

For emerging market (EM/SL):

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Windows 10 Home EM/SL

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Windows 10 Home High End EM/SL

●

Ubuntu Standard

●

Ubuntu Kylin

Serviceability End user replaceable part: AC adapter

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2 External component identication

Locating hardware

To nd 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 nd 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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Display

Item Component Description

(1) WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with

wireless local area networks (WLANs).

(2) Internal microphones Record sound.

(3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.

(4) Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some products

allow you to video conference and chat online using

streaming video.

To use a webcam (integrated camera):

▲

Type camera in the taskbar search box, and then

select Camera.

*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer, and the antenna location may vary. 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:

▲

Select the Start button, select All apps, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.

Display 5

Keys

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly dierent from the illustration below.

Item Component Description

(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination

with the fn key.

(2) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination

with the esc key.

(3) Windows key Opens the Start menu.

NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close

the Start menu.

(4) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.

NOTE: On select products, the f5 action key turns

the keyboard backlight feature o or on.

(5) num lock key (select products only) Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions

on the integrated numeric keypad.

(6) Integrated numeric keypad (select products only) When num lock is on, the keypad can be used like an external

numeric keypad.

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Lights

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly dierent from the illustration below.

Item Component Description

(1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all

capital letters.

(2) Mute light

●

Amber: Computer sound is o.

●

O: Computer sound is on.

Lights 7

Speakers

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly dierent from the illustration below.

Component Description

Speakers Produce sound.

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TouchPad

Item Component Description

(1) TouchPad zone Reads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate

items on the screen.

(2) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

(3) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

TouchPad 9

Left side

Item Component Description

(1) Power button

●

When the computer is o, press the button to turn on

the computer.

●

When the computer is on, press the button briey to

initiate Sleep.

●

When the computer is in the Sleep state, press

the button briey to exit Sleep.

●

When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button

briey to exit Hibernation.

CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button

results in the loss of unsaved information.

If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown

procedures are ineective, press and hold the power button

down for at least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.

To learn more about your power settings, see your

power options.

▲

Type power in the taskbar search box, and then select

Power and sleep settings.

‒ or –

Right-click the Start button, and then select

Power Options.

(2) Power light

●

On: The computer is on.

●

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-

saving state. The computer shuts o power to

the display and other unneeded components.

●

O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation

is a power-saving state that uses the least amount

of power.

(3) 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.

(4) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,

external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub.

(5) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects

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Item Component Description

(5) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack

(continued)

an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support

optional standalone microphones.

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:

▲

Select the Start button, select All apps, select HP Help

and Support, and then select HP Documentation.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack,

the computer speakers are disabled.

(6) Volume button Control speaker volume on the computer.

1. To increase speaker volume, press the back edge of

the button.

2. To decrease speaker volume, press the front edge of

the button.

(7) Drive light

●

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

●

Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked

the hard drive.

NOTE: On select products, the drive light will always

remain o.

Left side 11

Right side

Item Component Description

(1) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store,

manage, share, or access information.

To insert a card:

1. Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing

the computer.

2. Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then

press in on the card until it is rmly seated.

To remove a card:

▲

Press in on the card, and then remove it from

the memory card reader.

(2) USB Type-C port Connects an optional USB device with a Type-C connector.

(3) USB 3.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,

external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub. Standard USB

ports will not charge all USB devices or will charge using a

low current. Some USB devices require power and require

you to use a powered port.

NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select models of

cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is o.

(4) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

denition television, any compatible digital or audio

component, or a high-speed High-Denition Multimedia

Interface (HDMI) device.

(5) AC adapter and battery light

●

White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

fully charged.

●

Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and

the battery has reached a low battery level.

●

Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery

is charging.

●

O: The battery is not charging.

(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

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