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... OK. 4. In the left pane, click Security. 5. Under Embedded Security, click Enable next to save your notebook from unauthorized use BIOS Configuration to "Enabling the embedded security chip" and "Initializing the embedded security chip" in Chapter 4, "Embedded...chip installed and initialized. Managing Computer Setup passwords You can protect your changes. NOTE To disable automatic DriveLock protection for HP ProtectTools ENWW Enabling and disabling Automatic DriveLock hard drive protection When this password is restarted and you set through the "Passwords...
... OK. 4. In the left pane, click Security. 5. Under Embedded Security, click Enable next to save your notebook from unauthorized use BIOS Configuration to "Enabling the embedded security chip" and "Initializing the embedded security chip" in Chapter 4, "Embedded...chip installed and initialized. Managing Computer Setup passwords You can protect your changes. NOTE To disable automatic DriveLock protection for HP ProtectTools ENWW Enabling and disabling Automatic DriveLock hard drive protection When this password is restarted and you set through the "Passwords...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... software updates by turning on the computer, you are provided in the lower-left corner of the disc, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. ROM date information is packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To determine whether an available BIOS update contains a newer..., use Computer Setup for information transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. To use the arrow keys to enter Setup" message is Notebook. ● The product family name, series number, and serial number (S/N) are provided on the screen. 2 Chapter 1 Software updates ENWW The ...
... software updates by turning on the computer, you are provided in the lower-left corner of the disc, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. ROM date information is packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To determine whether an available BIOS update contains a newer..., use Computer Setup for information transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. To use the arrow keys to enter Setup" message is Notebook. ● The product family name, series number, and serial number (S/N) are provided on the screen. 2 Chapter 1 Software updates ENWW The ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. ■ If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the notebook on a flat surface. 6.
... is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. ■ If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the notebook on a flat surface. 6.
Notebook Tour
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Contents 1 Components Top components 1-2 Lights 1-2 Pointing devices 1-4 Buttons, switches and readers 1-6 Keys 1-8 Front components 1-9 Rear components 1-9 Right-side components 1-10 Left-side components 1-11 Bottom components 1-13 Wireless antennae 1-15 Additional hardware components 1-16 Labels 1-17 2 Specifications Operating environment 2-1 Rated input power 2-2 Index Notebook Tour ii
Contents 1 Components Top components 1-2 Lights 1-2 Pointing devices 1-4 Buttons, switches and readers 1-6 Keys 1-8 Front components 1-9 Rear components 1-9 Right-side components 1-10 Left-side components 1-11 Bottom components 1-13 Wireless antennae 1-15 Additional hardware components 1-16 Labels 1-17 2 Specifications Operating environment 2-1 Rated input power 2-2 Index Notebook Tour ii
Notebook Tour
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Notebook Tour 1-1 You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager. ✎ Components included with the computer vary by region and by model. In the left pane of hardware installed on the computer: 1. The illustrations in this guide identify the standard external features included in most computer models. To see a list of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. Select Start > My Computer. 2. 1 Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.
Notebook Tour 1-1 You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager. ✎ Components included with the computer vary by region and by model. In the left pane of hardware installed on the computer: 1. The illustrations in this guide identify the standard external features included in most computer models. To see a list of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. Select Start > My Computer. 2. 1 Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.
Notebook Tour
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Blinking: The computer is off or in standby. Off: The computer is in hibernation. (Continued) 1-2 Notebook Tour Components Top components Lights Component 1 Power lights* (2) Description On: The computer is on. Blinking rapidly: An HP Smart AC Adapter with a higher power rating should be connected.
Blinking: The computer is off or in standby. Off: The computer is in hibernation. (Continued) 1-2 Notebook Tour Components Top components Lights Component 1 Power lights* (2) Description On: The computer is on. Blinking rapidly: An HP Smart AC Adapter with a higher power rating should be connected.
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... close to full charge capacity. Amber: The hard drive is on. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open . Notebook Tour 1-3 When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. Components Component 2 Wireless lights† (2) Description On: An integrated wireless...
... close to full charge capacity. Amber: The hard drive is on. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open . Notebook Tour 1-3 When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. Components Component 2 Wireless lights† (2) Description On: An integrated wireless...
Notebook Tour
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Scrolls up or down. *This table describes default settings.To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse. 1-4 Notebook Tour Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Components Pointing devices Touchpad Component 1 TouchPad* 2 Left TouchPad button* 3 Center TouchPad button* 4 Right TouchPad button* 5 ...
Scrolls up or down. *This table describes default settings.To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse. 1-4 Notebook Tour Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Components Pointing devices Touchpad Component 1 TouchPad* 2 Left TouchPad button* 3 Center TouchPad button* 4 Right TouchPad button* 5 ...
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Pointing stick (select models only) Components Component 1 Left pointing stick button 2 Center pointing stick button 3 Pointing stick 4 Right pointing stick button Description Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Functions like the center button on the screen. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Notebook Tour 1-5
Pointing stick (select models only) Components Component 1 Left pointing stick button 2 Center pointing stick button 3 Pointing stick 4 Right pointing stick button Description Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Functions like the center button on the screen. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Notebook Tour 1-5
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Turns off the computer. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to exit hibernation. Components Buttons, switches and readers Component 1 Power button* 2 Display switch 1-6 Description When the computer is on the computer. ■ In standby, briefly press to exit standby. ■ In hibernation, briefly press to turn off the display if the display is closed while the computer is ■ Off, press to turn on . (Continued) Notebook Tour
Turns off the computer. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to exit hibernation. Components Buttons, switches and readers Component 1 Power button* 2 Display switch 1-6 Description When the computer is on the computer. ■ In standby, briefly press to exit standby. ■ In hibernation, briefly press to turn off the display if the display is closed while the computer is ■ Off, press to turn on . (Continued) Notebook Tour
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Starts the presentation feature. For information about changing default settings, refer to open various software solutions. Notebook Tour 1-7 Decreases computer sound. Mutes and restores computer sound. Components Component 3 Info Center button 4 Wireless button* Description Launches Info Center, which enables you to the ...
Starts the presentation feature. For information about changing default settings, refer to open various software solutions. Notebook Tour 1-7 Decreases computer sound. Mutes and restores computer sound. Components Component 3 Info Center button 4 Wireless button* Description Launches Info Center, which enables you to the ...
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Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Components Keys Component 1 esc key 2 fn key 3 Windows logo key 4 Windows applications key 5 Embedded numeric keypad 6 Function keys Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. 1-8 Notebook Tour Executes frequently used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Displays the Windows Start menu. Can be used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key.
Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Components Keys Component 1 esc key 2 fn key 3 Windows logo key 4 Windows applications key 5 Embedded numeric keypad 6 Function keys Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. 1-8 Notebook Tour Executes frequently used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Displays the Windows Start menu. Can be used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key.
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Front components Components Component 1 Display release latch Description Opens the computer. Connects an external monitor. Notebook Tour 1-9 Rear components Component 1 Power connector 2 External monitor port Description Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter.
Front components Components Component 1 Display release latch Description Opens the computer. Connects an external monitor. Notebook Tour 1-9 Rear components Component 1 Power connector 2 External monitor port Description Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter.
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Records sound. Reads an optical disc. Components Right-side components Component 1 Audio-out (headphone) jack 2 Internal microphone 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 USB ports (2) 5 Optical drive 6 Serial port (select models only) Description Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or a monaural microphone. Connects an optional serial device. 1-10 Notebook Tour Connect optional USB devices.
Records sound. Reads an optical disc. Components Right-side components Component 1 Audio-out (headphone) jack 2 Internal microphone 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 USB ports (2) 5 Optical drive 6 Serial port (select models only) Description Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or a monaural microphone. Connects an optional serial device. 1-10 Notebook Tour Connect optional USB devices.
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Connects a network cable. Left-side components Components Component 1 Security cable slot 2 RJ-45 (network) jack 3 RJ-11 (modem) jack 4 S-Video-out jack Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Ä The security cable is designed to act as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. (Continued) Notebook Tour 1-11 Connects a modem cable. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Connects a network cable. Left-side components Components Component 1 Security cable slot 2 RJ-45 (network) jack 3 RJ-11 (modem) jack 4 S-Video-out jack Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Ä The security cable is designed to act as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. (Continued) Notebook Tour 1-11 Connects a modem cable. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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... starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Supports optional Type I and Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. 1-12 Notebook Tour It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Supports optional smart cards. Supports...
... starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Supports optional Type I and Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. 1-12 Notebook Tour It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Supports optional smart cards. Supports...
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Bottom components Components Component 1 Primary battery bay 2 Primary battery pack release latches (2) 3 Business card holder 4 Hard drive bay 5 Docking connector 6 Expansion memory module compartment Description Holds the primary battery pack. Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Holds a standard size business card. Contains the expansion memory module slot. (Continued) Notebook Tour 1-13 Holds the hard drive. Connects an optional docking device.
Bottom components Components Component 1 Primary battery bay 2 Primary battery pack release latches (2) 3 Business card holder 4 Hard drive bay 5 Docking connector 6 Expansion memory module compartment Description Holds the primary battery pack. Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Holds a standard size business card. Contains the expansion memory module slot. (Continued) Notebook Tour 1-13 Holds the hard drive. Connects an optional docking device.
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... cycle on a hard, flat surface. Use the computer only on and off during routine operation. 8 Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery pack. 1-14 Notebook Tour Components Component 7 Vent Description Enables airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional...
... cycle on a hard, flat surface. Use the computer only on and off during routine operation. 8 Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery pack. 1-14 Notebook Tour Components Component 7 Vent Description Enables airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional...
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These antennae are not visible from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center. ✎ For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of the computer. Notebook Tour 1-15 Components Wireless antennae Two wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals.
These antennae are not visible from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center. ✎ For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of the computer. Notebook Tour 1-15 Components Wireless antennae Two wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals.
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... plugged into external power. 4 Modem cable* 5 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region and country. 1-16 Notebook Tour Components Additional hardware components Component Description 1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 2 HP Smart AC Adapter 3 Primary battery pack* Converts AC power to a country-specific modem adapter. Adapts the modem...
... plugged into external power. 4 Modem cable* 5 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region and country. 1-16 Notebook Tour Components Additional hardware components Component Description 1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 2 HP Smart AC Adapter 3 Primary battery pack* Converts AC power to a country-specific modem adapter. Adapts the modem...