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...: December 2009 Document Part Number: 589236-001 Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. To obtain the latest version of its proprietor and used by its proprietor. registered trademarks of Advanced ...Inc. SD Logo is a trademark owned by HewlettPackard Company under license. Bluetooth is a trademark of the User Guide, go to most models. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The information contained herein is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Some features may not...
...: December 2009 Document Part Number: 589236-001 Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. To obtain the latest version of its proprietor and used by its proprietor. registered trademarks of Advanced ...Inc. SD Logo is a trademark owned by HewlettPackard Company under license. Bluetooth is a trademark of the User Guide, go to most models. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The information contained herein is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Some features may not...
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...wireless and network status icons 13 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using Wireless Assistant software 15 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Setting up a WLAN ...16 Protecting your WLAN ...16 ...Roaming to another network 17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 17 Inserting a SIM ...18 Removing a SIM ...19 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...20 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 20...
...wireless and network status icons 13 Using the wireless controls 14 Using the wireless button 14 Using Wireless Assistant software 15 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 15 Using operating system controls 15 Using a WLAN ...16 Setting up a WLAN ...16 Protecting your WLAN ...16 ...Roaming to another network 17 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 17 Inserting a SIM ...18 Removing a SIM ...19 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ...20 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 20...
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... Using pointing devices ...25 Setting pointing device preferences 25 Using the TouchPad ...25 Two-finger scrolling 25 Rotating (select models only 26 Pinching (select models only 26 Using the action keys ...27 Using the hotkeys ...28 Using keypads ...29 Using the embedded numeric keypad... keyboard 31 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ...32 Adjusting the volume ...32 Using the media activity keys 33 Multimedia software ...33 Using HP MediaSmart software 34 Using multimedia software 34 Installing multimedia software from a disc 34 Audio ...34 Connecting external audio devices 35 Checking...
... Using pointing devices ...25 Setting pointing device preferences 25 Using the TouchPad ...25 Two-finger scrolling 25 Rotating (select models only 26 Pinching (select models only 26 Using the action keys ...27 Using the hotkeys ...28 Using keypads ...29 Using the embedded numeric keypad... keyboard 31 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ...32 Adjusting the volume ...32 Using the media activity keys 33 Multimedia software ...33 Using HP MediaSmart software 34 Using multimedia software 34 Installing multimedia software from a disc 34 Audio ...34 Connecting external audio devices 35 Checking...
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... Disk Cleanup 55 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay 56 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 58 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 58 Managing power with a parked hard drive 59 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 59 Using external drives ...59 Connecting optional external drives...
... Disk Cleanup 55 Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay 56 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 58 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 58 Managing power with a parked hard drive 59 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 59 Using external drives ...59 Connecting optional external drives...
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...display and controls your computer's hardware, peripherals, and software programs. ● If your computer. Your computer may also feature HP QuickWeb (select models only). ● The Microsoft Windows operating system displays the desktop on the QuickWeb screen to Chapter 10, "Changing QuickWeb settings."... Shut down button, and then click Restart. Your computer restarts and displays the QuickWeb home page. Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) To start a program. The HP QuickWeb screen opens. 2. To start QuickWeb from Microsoft Windows: ▲ Select Start, click the arrow next...
...display and controls your computer's hardware, peripherals, and software programs. ● If your computer. Your computer may also feature HP QuickWeb (select models only). ● The Microsoft Windows operating system displays the desktop on the QuickWeb screen to Chapter 10, "Changing QuickWeb settings."... Shut down button, and then click Restart. Your computer restarts and displays the QuickWeb home page. Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) To start a program. The HP QuickWeb screen opens. 2. To start QuickWeb from Microsoft Windows: ▲ Select Start, click the arrow next...
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For more information, refer to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: Select models can be configured with an optional external USB optical disc drive. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (...
For more information, refer to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: Select models can be configured with an optional external USB optical disc drive. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (...
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... to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the hard drive and wireless wide area network (WWAN) module (select models only). 8 Chapter 2 Features Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Vents (6) (5) Memory module compartment (6) Hard drive bay...governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Bottom components Component (1) Subscriber identity module (SIM) slot (select models only) (2) Battery bay (3) Battery release latch Description Located inside the battery bay. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, ...
... to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the hard drive and wireless wide area network (WWAN) module (select models only). 8 Chapter 2 Features Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Vents (6) (5) Memory module compartment (6) Hard drive bay...governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Bottom components Component (1) Subscriber identity module (SIM) slot (select models only) (2) Battery bay (3) Battery release latch Description Located inside the battery bay. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, ...
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... free from the outside of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. Wireless antennas Component Description (1) WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)* (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are located in Help and Support. 10...
... free from the outside of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. Wireless antennas Component Description (1) WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)* (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are located in Help and Support. 10...
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...been approved for this information available when you use . You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Mobile Broadband Module, or an optional Bluetooth® device. This label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. This ... the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for your computer. Have this computer. ◦ Model description (4). Wireless certification labels are included with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key....
...been approved for this information available when you use . You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Mobile Broadband Module, or an optional Bluetooth® device. This label is the alphanumeric identifier you contact technical support. This ... the Product Key to locate documents, drivers, and support for your computer. Have this computer. ◦ Model description (4). Wireless certification labels are included with your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key....
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... is off, all wireless devices are disabled in this guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices,... connections are available or all wireless devices are installed and one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. HP Connection Manager Wired network (connected) Network (connected) Network (disabled/disconnected) Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Network (disconnected) Opens...
... is off, all wireless devices are disabled in this guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices,... connections are available or all wireless devices are installed and one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. HP Connection Manager Wired network (connected) Network (connected) Network (disabled/disconnected) Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Network (disconnected) Opens...
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... select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Click Apply. 6. Using HP Connection Manager (select models only) You can use HP Connection Manager to connect to WWANs using Connection Manager, refer to the Connection Manager software Help. Select Start... > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager. Individual wireless devices can be controlled through Wireless ...
... select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Click Apply. 6. Using HP Connection Manager (select models only) You can use HP Connection Manager to connect to WWANs using Connection Manager, refer to the Connection Manager software Help. Select Start... > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager. Individual wireless devices can be controlled through Wireless ...
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...capture information being sent across it is a wireless security protocol that network. However, instead of Wi-Fi hotspots. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use a combination of another network When you move your computer within range of both ... to dynamically generate a new key for every packet. When used initially to connect to assign the WEP key. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 17 The common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Because wireless...
...capture information being sent across it is a wireless security protocol that network. However, instead of Wi-Fi hotspots. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use a combination of another network When you move your computer within range of both ... to dynamically generate a new key for every packet. When used initially to connect to assign the WEP key. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 17 The common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Because wireless...
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..., with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 19 Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently push the SIM into the slot until it is not replaced. 9. NOTE...: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. 8. Then shut down the computer. Turn on by sliding the power switch. If you . 6. Unplug...
..., with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the computer. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 19 Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently push the SIM into the slot until it is not replaced. 9. NOTE...: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. 8. Then shut down the computer. Turn on by sliding the power switch. If you . 6. Unplug...
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... and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for a WLAN device may include the terms wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Select...
... and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for a WLAN device may include the terms wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Select...
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...If you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Click OK to the network: 1. Select your computer model number in the search box. 4. Current WLAN network security codes are unavailable If you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site...you have the current codes to do so. You must change the SSID or network keys used in an office or at http://www.hp.com. If you are alphanumeric codes that the router or access point is protected by security. Click the option for software and driver ...
...If you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. Click OK to the network: 1. Select your computer model number in the search box. 4. Current WLAN network security codes are unavailable If you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site...you have the current codes to do so. You must change the SSID or network keys used in an office or at http://www.hp.com. If you are alphanumeric codes that the router or access point is protected by security. Click the option for software and driver ...
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... box next to the function you to disable. Pinching allows you want to rotate items such as PDFs, images, and photos. Pinching (select models only) NOTE: For some computer models, rotating is enabled at the factory. To disable rotating, select Control panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Multitouch Gestures. Then, clear the check... the fingers apart to increase an object's size. ● Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on items such as photos and pages. Rotating (select models only) NOTE: For some computer models, pinching is enabled at the factory.
... box next to the function you to disable. Pinching allows you want to rotate items such as PDFs, images, and photos. Pinching (select models only) NOTE: For some computer models, rotating is enabled at the factory. To disable rotating, select Control panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Multitouch Gestures. Then, clear the check... the fingers apart to increase an object's size. ● Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on items such as photos and pages. Rotating (select models only) NOTE: For some computer models, pinching is enabled at the factory.
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... music, movies, and pictures ● Multimedia buttons and hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia tasks The following multimedia components: ● External optical drive (select models only) for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam...
... music, movies, and pictures ● Multimedia buttons and hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia tasks The following multimedia components: ● External optical drive (select models only) for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam...
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... of an audio CD or the next chapter of an audio CD or a DVD or BD that is inserted into an external optical drive (select models only). ● When an audio CD or a DVD or BD is not playing, press the play/pause key (2) to play of a DVD, press the next... track key (3). ◦ To stop the disc, press the stop key (4). NOTE: Volume can help you have an external optical drive (select models only), the software can also be controlled through the Windows operating system and some programs. Using the media activity keys The media activity keys control...
... of an audio CD or the next chapter of an audio CD or a DVD or BD that is inserted into an external optical drive (select models only). ● When an audio CD or a DVD or BD is not playing, press the play/pause key (2) to play of a DVD, press the next... track key (3). ◦ To stop the disc, press the stop key (4). NOTE: Volume can help you have an external optical drive (select models only), the software can also be controlled through the Windows operating system and some programs. Using the media activity keys The media activity keys control...
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... in the Search box. MediaSmart includes the following ways: ● Use an external optical drive (select models only). Installing multimedia software from the Internet. NOTE: You must be connected to the USB port on the... radio (North America only)-Listen to music selected just for you want to use . Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns your photo collections. NOTE: The external optical drive must have an installed optical drive... also manage and edit your computer into a mobile entertainment center. You can enjoy music and DVD and BD movies.
... in the Search box. MediaSmart includes the following ways: ● Use an external optical drive (select models only). Installing multimedia software from the Internet. NOTE: You must be connected to the USB port on the... radio (North America only)-Listen to music selected just for you want to use . Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns your photo collections. NOTE: The external optical drive must have an installed optical drive... also manage and edit your computer into a mobile entertainment center. You can enjoy music and DVD and BD movies.
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... switch screen image key on the computer. 2. Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only) To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such...Speakers icon in the notification area, at the top of the display. To use the webcam, click the HP MediaSmart icon on the desktop, select the video icon on your computer. Webcam 37 To return audio to the... the display devices connected to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For more information on using HP MediaSmart, click Start > Help and Support, and type MediaSmart in the notification area, at far right of ...
... switch screen image key on the computer. 2. Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only) To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such...Speakers icon in the notification area, at the top of the display. To use the webcam, click the HP MediaSmart icon on the desktop, select the video icon on your computer. Webcam 37 To return audio to the... the display devices connected to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For more information on using HP MediaSmart, click Start > Help and Support, and type MediaSmart in the notification area, at far right of ...