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...the wireless router 22 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 22 4 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices ...23 Setting pointing device preferences 23 Using the TouchPad ...23 Using TouchPad gestures 23 Scrolling 24 Pinching 24 Rotating 24 Using the action keys ...25 Using the hotkeys ...26 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 27 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ...29 Adjusting the volume ...29 Using the media activity keys 30 Multimedia software ...30 Using HP MediaSmart software 31 Using multimedia software 31 Installing multimedia software from a disc 31 Audio ...32...
...the wireless router 22 Connecting to a local area network (LAN 22 4 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices ...23 Setting pointing device preferences 23 Using the TouchPad ...23 Using TouchPad gestures 23 Scrolling 24 Pinching 24 Rotating 24 Using the action keys ...25 Using the hotkeys ...26 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 27 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ...29 Adjusting the volume ...29 Using the media activity keys 30 Multimedia software ...30 Using HP MediaSmart software 31 Using multimedia software 31 Installing multimedia software from a disc 31 Audio ...32...
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... Disk Cleanup 56 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 56 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 56 Managing power with a parked hard drive 57 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 57 Using external drives ...58 Connecting optional external drives 58 Using the external optical drive (select models only 58 Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open 59 Sharing optical drives ...59 External devices ...60 Using a USB device ...60 Connecting a USB device 60 Removing a USB device 61 Using Digital Media Slot cards...
... Disk Cleanup 56 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 56 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 56 Managing power with a parked hard drive 57 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 57 Using external drives ...58 Connecting optional external drives 58 Using the external optical drive (select models only 58 Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open 59 Sharing optical drives ...59 External devices ...60 Using a USB device ...60 Connecting a USB device 60 Removing a USB device 61 Using Digital Media Slot cards...
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... device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 2 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Quickly double-tap the button to turn the TouchPad on and off. (2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on and off button Description Turns the TouchPad on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices...
... device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 2 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Quickly double-tap the button to turn the TouchPad on and off. (2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on and off button Description Turns the TouchPad on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices...
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... computer. The part number helps a service technician to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may need this information available when you use . You may need the Product Key to determine what components and parts are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the product's hardware components. The service tag label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. This certificate...
... computer. The part number helps a service technician to update or troubleshoot the operating system. An optional device may need this information available when you use . You may need the Product Key to determine what components and parts are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the product's hardware components. The service tag label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. This certificate...
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... for wireless connection problems include the following : ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you wish to the Bluetooth software Help. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you to the Internet. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting...
... for wireless connection problems include the following : ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you wish to the Bluetooth software Help. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you to the Internet. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting...
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... unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from other end of the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. 22 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network To connect to 15 seconds. Click a network, and then click Remove. For details, refer to a USB port (1) on the computer. 2. Connect the HP USB Ethernet Adapter to the router manufacturer's instructions. WLAN connection is very weak If the connection is displayed. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing...
... unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from other end of the network cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. 22 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network To connect to 15 seconds. Click a network, and then click Remove. For details, refer to a USB port (1) on the computer. 2. Connect the HP USB Ethernet Adapter to the router manufacturer's instructions. WLAN connection is very weak If the connection is displayed. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing...
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... enabled at the factory. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, touch and slide one of TouchPad gestures. Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of the USB ports on identifying the TouchPad components, refer to customize settings for pointing devices, such as described in the following sections. Select the device, and then click Settings. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on page 2. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
... enabled at the factory. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, touch and slide one of TouchPad gestures. Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of the USB ports on identifying the TouchPad components, refer to customize settings for pointing devices, such as described in the following sections. Select the device, and then click Settings. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on page 2. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
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..., and then click Playback devices. 2. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. To use the webcam to the HDMI port on your computer hard drive. To connect a video or audio device to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Click Set Default, and then click OK. You can use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. 36 Chapter 5 Multimedia...
..., and then click Playback devices. 2. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. To use the webcam to the HDMI port on your computer hard drive. To connect a video or audio device to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. Connect the other end of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Click Set Default, and then click OK. You can use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. 36 Chapter 5 Multimedia...
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... networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Setting power devices 39 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive...
... networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Setting power devices 39 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive...
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... enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. Using the battery meter The battery meter is set a password to be changed using . ● Use the screen brightness keys to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Power settings and timeouts can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password...
... enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. Using the battery meter The battery meter is set a password to be changed using . ● Use the screen brightness keys to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Power settings and timeouts can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password...
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... external power and the battery is fully charged. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of simply charging it . ● If the battery has been unused for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery...
... external power and the battery is fully charged. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of simply charging it . ● If the battery has been unused for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery...
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... you need to high temperatures for more information about ordering a replacement battery. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. To shut down the computer: Shutting down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display...
... you need to high temperatures for more information about ordering a replacement battery. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. To shut down the computer: Shutting down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display...
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... as installing applications, running on -screen instructions. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your computer. NOTE: It is not necessary to run more efficiently. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer turns amber to show that you can safely delete to free up disk space...
... as installing applications, running on -screen instructions. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your computer. NOTE: It is not necessary to run more efficiently. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on the computer turns amber to show that you can safely delete to free up disk space...
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... (DL) Drive Connecting optional external drives NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to a USB port on another external device, such as a hub or docking station. To disconnect an unpowered external drive, turn off the drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your external optical drive is unplugged. 1. USB drives include the following types of...
... (DL) Drive Connecting optional external drives NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to a USB port on another external device, such as a hub or docking station. To disconnect an unpowered external drive, turn off the drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord. Using external drives Removable external drives expand your external optical drive is unplugged. 1. USB drives include the following types of...
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... this Enter, change , or delete a power-on password. NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving your computer. The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. 72 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Setup Utility Menus The menu tables in Windows. Then use...
... this Enter, change , or delete a power-on password. NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving your computer. The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. 72 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Setup Utility Menus The menu tables in Windows. Then use...
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...: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. 74 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) b. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not download or install a BIOS update while...
...: Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. 74 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) b. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not download or install a BIOS update while...
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... drive of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, or DVD±RW. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is connected to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up and create a backup. Save the document. ● You can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for backup reduces the number of recovery discs...
... drive of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, or DVD±RW. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is connected to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up and create a backup. Save the document. ● You can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for backup reduces the number of recovery discs...
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...removing 50 accessory battery charge lights 50 accessory battery connector, identifying 7 accessory battery fuel gauge 50 action key mode 73 action keys adjusting volume 26 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 26 decrease screen brightness 25 Help and Support 25 identifying 5 increase screen brightness 25 muting speaker sound 26 switching screen image 26 using 25 volume 29 wireless 13, 26 administrator password creating 66 entering 67 managing 66 airport security devices 55 antennas 8 antivirus software, using 67 audio devices, connecting external 32 audio functions, checking 32 audio-in (microphone...
...removing 50 accessory battery charge lights 50 accessory battery connector, identifying 7 accessory battery fuel gauge 50 action key mode 73 action keys adjusting volume 26 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 26 decrease screen brightness 25 Help and Support 25 identifying 5 increase screen brightness 25 muting speaker sound 26 switching screen image 26 using 25 volume 29 wireless 13, 26 administrator password creating 66 entering 67 managing 66 airport security devices 55 antennas 8 antivirus software, using 67 audio devices, connecting external 32 audio functions, checking 32 audio-in (microphone...
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... 5 L labels Bluetooth 10 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 10 regulatory 10 service tag 10 wireless certification 10 WLAN 10 language support 72 latch, battery release 8 lights battery 7 caps lock 3 drive 6, 56 mute 3 power 3 TouchPad 3 webcam 8 wireless 3 local area network (LAN) cable required 22 connecting cable 22 low battery level 47 M Main menu 72 maintenance Disk Cleanup 56 Disk Defragmenter 55 managing a power-on password 67 managing an administrator password 66 media activity keys 30 media controls, keys 26 MediaSmart starting 31 using 31 memory test 73 microphone (audio-in) jack...
... 5 L labels Bluetooth 10 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 10 regulatory 10 service tag 10 wireless certification 10 WLAN 10 language support 72 latch, battery release 8 lights battery 7 caps lock 3 drive 6, 56 mute 3 power 3 TouchPad 3 webcam 8 wireless 3 local area network (LAN) cable required 22 connecting cable 22 low battery level 47 M Main menu 72 maintenance Disk Cleanup 56 Disk Defragmenter 55 managing a power-on password 67 managing an administrator password 66 media activity keys 30 media controls, keys 26 MediaSmart starting 31 using 31 memory test 73 microphone (audio-in) jack...
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... Setup Utility 65 set in Windows 65 pinching TouchPad gesture 24 pointing devices setting preferences 23 ports HDMI 6, 35 USB 6, 60 power connecting 43 conserving 40 power button, identifying 4 power connector, identifying 7 power cord, identifying 9 power light, identifying 3 power-on password creating 67 entering 67 managing 67 primary hard disk self test 73 Product Key 10 product name and number, computer 10 programs, using 31 projector, connecting 34 Q QuickWeb software 11 R readable media 39 recovering a program or driver 76 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 79 recovering...
... Setup Utility 65 set in Windows 65 pinching TouchPad gesture 24 pointing devices setting preferences 23 ports HDMI 6, 35 USB 6, 60 power connecting 43 conserving 40 power button, identifying 4 power connector, identifying 7 power cord, identifying 9 power light, identifying 3 power-on password creating 67 entering 67 managing 67 primary hard disk self test 73 Product Key 10 product name and number, computer 10 programs, using 31 projector, connecting 34 Q QuickWeb software 11 R readable media 39 recovering a program or driver 76 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 79 recovering...