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HP Pavilion g6 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
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© Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. AMD is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows 7 are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty
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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, 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, during
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Table of contents 1 Product description ........................................................................................................................................ 1 2 External component identification ................................................................................................................ 5 Display .................................................................................................................................................. 5 Top .......
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Optical drive ....................................................................................................................... 34 Hard drive .......................................................................................................................... 36 Memory module ................................................................................................................. 38 WLAN module ...................................................................................
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What you need to know ..................................................................................... 84 Creating a system restore point ........................................................................ 84 Backing up system and personal information .................................................................... 84 Tips for a successful backup ............................................................................. 85 What you need to know ..................................
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1 Product description Category Description Product Name HP Pavilion g6 Notebook PC Processors AMD® A10-4600M processor (3.2 GHz/2.3 GHz, 1600 MHz/4.0 MB L2 cache, DDR3, quad core, 35W) AMD A8-4500M processor (2.8 GHz/1.9 GHz, 1600 MHz/4.0 MB L2 cache, DDR3, quad core, 35W) AMD A6-4400M processor (3.2 GHz/2.7 GHz, 1600 MHz/1.0 MB L2 cache, DDR3, dual core, 35W) Chipset AMD A70M FCH Graphics Internal Graphics (UMA): ● AMD Radeon HD 7660G graphics supporting HD decode, DX11, and HDMI for use with
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Category Description Memory 2 customer-accessible/upgradable SODIMM slots: DDR3-1333 MHz Dual Channel Support Supports the following configurations up to 8 GB: ● 8192 MB total system memory (4096×2) (No support for 32 bit OS) ● 6144 MB total system memory (4096×1 + 2048×1) (No support for 32 bit OS) ● 4096 MB total system memory (4096×1 or 2048×2) ● 2048 MB total system memory (2048×1) Hard drives Supports 6.35 cm (2.5 in) hard drives in 9.5 mm (.37 in) and 7.0 mm (.28 in) thicknesses Supports H
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Category Description Wireless Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options by way of wireless module Customer-accessible Two WLAN antennas Support for the following WLAN formats: ● Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi Adapter and 3012 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (select models only) ● Atheros HB125 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi Adapter (select models only) ● Broadcom 4313GN 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi and 20702 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter ● Ralink RT5390R 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi Adapter External media card
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Category Description HP Smart AC adapter: ● 90 W RC V HP Smart AC adapter with localized cable plug support (3-wire plug with ground pin, supports 3-pin DC connector) (for computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with switchable discrete memory only) ● 65 W RC V HP Smart AC adapter with localized cable plug support (3-wire plug with ground pin, supports 3-pin DC connector) (for computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with UMA memory only) Security Security lock slot Operati
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2 External component identification Display Item Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with WLAN devices. (2) Internal microphone Records sound. (3) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > CyberLink YouCam > CyberLink YouCam. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediat
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Top Buttons and speakers Component Description (1) 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 down briefly to exit Hibernation. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result in the loss of unsaved information. If the computer has st
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Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key (select models only). (2) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key (select models only). (3) Operating system logo key Displays the Start menu. (4) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. (5) Operating system applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor. (6) num lock Alternates between the navigational and nu
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Lights Component Description (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in Sleep mode. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation mode. (2) Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters. (3) Mute light ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. (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 wirel
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TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (2) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Top 9
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Left side Component Description (1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (2) Vents (2) 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) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio device. (4) RJ-45 (network
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Right side Component Description (1) Optical drive Reads and writes to an optical disc. (2) Optical drive light ● Green or amber: The optical drive is being accessed. ● Off: The optical drive is idle. (3) Optical drive eject button Releases the disc tray. (4) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state, which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hiber
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Bottom components Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (3) Vents (5) 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. (4) Service door Provides access to the keyboard, optical drive, hard drive, wireless module, and memory modules. CAUT
