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Getting Started
HP Notebook
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© Copyright 2011 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. Microsoft and be bound by the terms of the HP End User Windows are U.S. reg
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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 come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or r
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Table of contents 1 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2 2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 4 Top .......
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Using keypads ................................................................................................................... 25 Using the integrated numeric keypad ................................................................ 26 Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 26 Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 27 Setting pointing
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Backing up your information .............................................................................................. 55 Performing a recovery ....................................................................................................... 56 Using the Windows recovery tools .................................................................... 56 Using f11 recovery tools .................................................................................... 57 Using a Windows Vista opera
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1Welcome ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to 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 18. ● Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For more information, refer to the H
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Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: ● How to connect to a wireless network Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● How to use the keyboard and pointing devices – or – ● How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory modules Select Start > Al
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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 Start > Help and Support > User Guides. – or – Select Start >All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. – or – Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. HP Web site ● Support information To access this Web site, go
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2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right ● Left ● Display ● Rear ● Bottom 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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Top TouchPad Component Description (1) Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (2) Center pointing stick button Functions like the center button on an external mouse. (3) Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (4) Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (6) Center TouchPad button Functions like th
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Lights Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off light ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● Amber: The 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 Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) Num lock light On: Num lock is on. NOTE: When the num lock light is on, the numeric functions on the integrated numeric keypad are available. (5) Wireless light ● White: An integrated wireless device, such a
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Buttons and fingerprint reader Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (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 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 pr
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Component Description (5) QuickWeb button ● When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the button to open the default Web browser. NOTE: For more information, refer to “HP QuickWeb” in this guide and to the HP QuickWeb software Help. If your computer does not have HP QuickWeb software, the button does not perform any ac
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Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. (3) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, or the esc key. (4) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (5) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. (6) Integrated numeric keyp
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Front Component Description (1) 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. (2) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (3) Battery light ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Blinking amber: A battery that is the only ava
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Component Description (6) Media Card reader Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● MultiMediaCardplus (MMC+) ● Secure Digital (SD) Card ● Secure Digital HC (SDHC) Card ● Secure Digital XC (SDXC) Card (7) Speakers (2) Produce sound. NOTE: To use the SRS Premium Sound software, select Start > All Programs > SRS Premium Sound. Front 11
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Right Component Description (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. 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 to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. (2) Audio-in (m
