Not able to pair my HP PEN with my HP Spectre Laptop

[Titu2]

Hi I am not able to pair HP Pen received with my HP Spectre laptop. Pls advise how to pair it and use it ?

[Gaya1239]

Hi @Titu2,

Welcome to The HP Support Community.  

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

I understand you are trying to pair your HP Pen with your HP Spectre x360 laptop running Windows 11, follow these steps:

1. Check Pen Compatibility

• Ensure that your HP Pen is compatible with your HP Spectre x360. Most HP Spectre models support HP pens that work with Windows Ink and Wacom technology. If you have a specific HP Pen model, check the documentation to ensure compatibility.

2. Check Bluetooth Settings

• Ensure Bluetooth is Enabled:
  1. Press Windows + A to open the Action Center.
  2. Click on the Bluetooth icon (if available) and ensure it is turned on.
  3. Alternatively, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices and ensure Bluetooth is on.

3. Prepare Your HP Pen for Pairing

• If your HP Pen has a Bluetooth button (typically located on the side or back), press and hold it for about 5 seconds to make it discoverable. If it doesn’t have a button, it should automatically pair when you bring it close to the laptop.

4. Pair the HP Pen

• Via Bluetooth:
  1. Open Settings on your laptop and navigate to Devices > Bluetooth & other devices.
  2. Click on Add Bluetooth or other device.
  3. Select Bluetooth and wait for your HP Pen to appear in the list of available devices.
  4. Click on the pen when it appears, and follow any on-screen prompts to complete the pairing process.

5. Check Windows Ink Settings

• Go to Settings > Devices > Pen & Windows Ink to ensure the pen is recognized and that the correct settings for pen input are enabled.

6. Test the Pen

• Open a program that supports stylus input (e.g., Microsoft OneNote, Microsoft Whiteboard, or the Windows Ink Workspace) to test the pen’s functionality. Write or draw to check if it’s working correctly.

Troubleshooting:

• If the pen still doesn't pair, try restarting your laptop and repeating the pairing steps.
• Ensure that your laptop’s Bluetooth drivers are up to date by going to Device Manager > Bluetooth > right-click your Bluetooth device > Update driver.

If the pen still doesn't work after trying these steps, there may be an issue with the pen itself or a deeper configuration issue on your system.

I hope this helps. 

Take care and have a good day.

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