How to power on a laptop/tablet (two in one) in tablet mode?

[Ardax]

Hi,

I need help to turn on my HP Envy x360 2-in-1 Laptop 15-fh0035no (930X4EA) in tablet mode?

Then it is in laptop mode it is easy to turn it on (just a push on the power button), but then the screen is turned into tablet mode the power button stops to work. This happens at the same time as the keyboard gets locked for input and this occurs roughly then it is around 25 degrees left to turn it into a complete tablet mode.

I have read that you in the BIOS can turn the PC on by a double tap on the touchscreen then it is in hibernation mode but that it does not work when it is powered off.

So, what I want is a solution to be able to turn the PC on without turning the screen 25 degrees from tablet to laptop mode and then back again. A BIOS update, an external keyboard or some already available solution that I in present time am unaware of.

The reason for this is that I will have it mounted on a wall in tablet mode at all times. This is also the reason for why I bought the PC in the first place, if I had known that  it was impossible to power it on in tablet mode (which I really hope is not the case) I would never had bought it. Believe me, I asked the seller and told her my intent for how to use it.

This might turn out to be my worst shopping experience ever if I do not get this to work, around 1000 Euro plus all the pre work I have put in in order to wall mount the PC (specially built furniture's and so on).

Best regards

[Alden4]

Hi @Ardax,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It sounds like you're facing a frustrating issue with your HP Envy x360 2-in-1 laptop, especially with the requirement of having it powered on while mounted in tablet mode. Here are some potential solutions to help you resolve the issue.

Enable Wake on Touch in BIOS (for hibernation)

You mentioned that you’ve read about enabling a double tap on the touchscreen to wake the PC from hibernation, but this only works when it is in hibernation, not when it is powered off. If the laptop is in a low-power state, the double tap feature should work. To check or enable this:

• Restart your laptop and press F10 during startup to enter BIOS.
• Look for a setting called Wake on Touch or similar (this might be under the Power Management or Advanced tabs).
• Ensure that it is enabled.
• Save and exit BIOS.

While this doesn't work for powering it on from a fully off state, it does enable touchscreen wake from hibernation, which may help if you put the laptop into hibernation mode rather than shutting it down.

Power Button Behavior in Tablet Mode

HP Envy x360 laptops have a feature where the power button might be disabled in tablet mode for safety or design reasons. However, some workarounds may involve adjusting settings:

• Check Windows Power Settings: Go to Control Panel > Power Options, then look for settings related to the power button. Make sure that the behavior is set to "Do nothing" for when the laptop is in tablet mode, or set it to wake from sleep or hibernation.
• External Keyboard: A USB keyboard or a Bluetooth keyboard with a power button could be another way to power on the device. Pressing the power button on the keyboard might power on the device without requiring you to adjust the screen.

Use an External Monitor and Keyboard

Given that you're mounting the laptop on the wall in tablet mode, consider using an external keyboard with a Power Button feature. This will allow you to press the power button without needing to touch the device itself.

Use an Auto Power-on Solution (if hardware supports)

You might want to look into whether there's a way to set the laptop to automatically power on when it is plugged in. Some laptops have this feature, which can be useful for wall-mounted setups, but this will depend on your exact model's capabilities. Check your manual or HP's support website to confirm if this feature is supported.

[Alden4]

Test for Potential Updates

It could be worth checking for a BIOS update or driver updates that might resolve this behavior. Sometimes, HP releases updates that improve hardware compatibility with tablet mode or power behavior.

External Solutions for Power-on

If none of the above works, you could explore an external power switch or relay system that physically connects to the power button on the device, allowing you to turn the laptop on from a distance without needing to manipulate the screen.

Note:

It sounds like your intended use case (wall-mounting the laptop in tablet mode) is unconventional, but not impossible. With some configuration in the BIOS and Windows settings, you may be able to achieve the desired behavior. However, the most reliable solution might still be an external keyboard with a power button or an automatic power-on function if supported by the laptop.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Alden4

HP Support 

[Ardax]

Hi Alden,

Thank you for your input!

1. BIOS
I had BIOS version F.A installed and updated to F.10 which should be the latest. I could not find any new functionality regarding wake up options those. So as with the old version I can select to enable the option to double tap on the screen to wake it up in tablet mode from hibernation, but still not from a complete power off.

2. USB keyboard with power button
Since the BIOS update did not add any relevant functionality like "Wake on Keyboard" or "Wake on plug in power" it will not be possible to power on from an off state in tablet mode. As I have tested it, it is possible to wake it up from a sleep or hibernate state through the power button or any other keyboard key for that matter.

3. Windows 11 -> Control Panel -> Power Options
I could not find any settings specifically for tablet mode. However, it is possible to set a press on the Power button to: Do nothing, Sleep, Hibernate or Shut down.

Power consumption considerations
Now, in my DIY room improvement there the wall mounted tablet is a vital part, I am trying to minimize power consumption. Since one of the key features of my room improvement is to not be a more than necessary burden to the climate. In my country we have a saying. Many small streams together becomes a river. Therefor it is important to me that I can shut down the tablet completely, so that it draw as little power as possible.

Conclusion
Sure, I can turn it off, but I need to unmount the tablet from the wall in order to be able to turn it on again. So, as far as I can see it, none of the options above will solve my On/Off issue in tablet mode.

Best regards,

Ardax

[Alden4]

Hi @Ardax,

Thank you for your response, 

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