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HP Notebook User Guide
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© Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Software terms Development Company, L.P. This guide describes features that are By installing, copying, downloading, or Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its common to most models. Some features otherwise using any software product proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard may not be available on your computer. preinstalled on this computer, you agree to Company under license. be bound by the terms of the HP End User To obtain the latest information i
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer 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
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Table of contents 1 Welcome Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 1 2 Getting to know your computer Top ...................................................................................................................................................... 4 TouchPad .........................................................................................................................
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Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 23 5 Multimedia Using the media activity controls ........................................................................................................ 24 Audio .................................................................................................................................................. 25 Adjusting the volume ...........................................
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7 Drives Handling drives .................................................................................................................................. 38 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ............................................................................................... 39 Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... 39 Installing the hard drive ................................................
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The computer is on but not responding ............................................................................. 59 The computer is unusually warm ....................................................................................... 59 An external device is not working ...................................................................................... 59 The wireless network connection is not working ................................................................ 60 The optical disc tra
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1Welcome ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, take the following steps: Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the ● Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 14. Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your ● computer on page 3 and Pointing devices and keyboard on page 21 for additional information. ● Find installed software—Access a list of the softwar
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Resources For information about Safety & Comfort Guide ● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this guide: ● Electrical and mechanical safety information Select Computer > Help. – or – Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. HP website ● Support information To access this website, go to http://www.hp.com/ ● Ordering parts and finding additional help support. ● Softwa
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2 Getting to know your computer ● Top Right side ● Left side ● ● Display ● Wireless antennas ● Bottom ● Additional hardware 3
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Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light To turn the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad light. Off: TouchPad is on. ● Amber: TouchPad is off. ● (2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad button Press the right side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed b
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Component Description (1) TouchPad light Off: TouchPad is on. ● Amber: TouchPad is off. ● (2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (3) Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Suspend state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● (4) Wireless light ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. Top 5
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Button and speakers NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Speaker grill Two integrated speakers produce sound. (2) 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 Suspend. ● When the computer is in the Suspend state, press the button briefly to exit Suspend. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to
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Keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Send e-mail key Opens a new e-mail in your default e-mail client. (2) Media application key Launches your default media player. (3) Web browser key Launches your default web browser. (4) Print key Sends the currently-active document to the default printer. (5) Calculator key Launches the calculator application. (6) Start menu key Displays the Linux Start menu. (7) Application key
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Right side NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Optical drive (select models only) Reads and writes to an optical disc. (2) Optical drive light (select models only) Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. (3) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (4) AC adapter light ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Suspend state. ● White: The computer is connected to external power. ● Amber: The computer is charging.
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Left side NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. 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. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (4) USB ports (2) Conne
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Display Component Description (1) Internal microphone (select models only) Records sound. (2) Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs. (3) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use. 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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Wireless antennas Your computer model has two antennas that send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas (shown in the previous illustration) free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located
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Bottom Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cool internal components. 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. (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Memory module compartment Contains the two memory module slots. (5) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. 12 Chapter 2 Getti
