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... components Item Component 1 Power light 2 Battery light 3 Drive light 4 Audio-in Hibernation. Flashing-The battery reaches a low battery level or a critical battery level. If the computer is not connected to an external power source, the light is off when all batteries in Sleep. On-The battery is being accessed. Produces sound when connected to an external power source, the light is connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. 2-6 Maintenance and Service Guide Off-If the...
... components Item Component 1 Power light 2 Battery light 3 Drive light 4 Audio-in Hibernation. Flashing-The battery reaches a low battery level or a critical battery level. If the computer is not connected to an external power source, the light is off when all batteries in Sleep. On-The battery is being accessed. Produces sound when connected to an external power source, the light is connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. 2-6 Maintenance and Service Guide Off-If the...
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... cable slot 2 External monitor port 3 RJ-45 (network) jack 4 HDMI port 5 USB port 6 Digital Media Slot light 7 Digital Media Slot Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. ✎ The security cable is designed to act as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects a network cable. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick Pro (MSP) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card xD-Picture Card (XD) Maintenance and Service Guide 2-9 Connects an optional USB device...
... cable slot 2 External monitor port 3 RJ-45 (network) jack 4 HDMI port 5 USB port 6 Digital Media Slot light 7 Digital Media Slot Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. ✎ The security cable is designed to act as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects a network cable. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick Pro (MSP) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card xD-Picture Card (XD) Maintenance and Service Guide 2-9 Connects an optional USB device...
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... boot from CD-ROM. ■ Floppy boot-Enable/disable boot from diskette. ■ Internal Network Adapter boot-Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ■ Boot Order-Set the boot order for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC mode. Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. 5-4 Maintenance and Service Guide Enable/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitative button tapping sound. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep...
... boot from CD-ROM. ■ Floppy boot-Enable/disable boot from diskette. ■ Internal Network Adapter boot-Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ■ Boot Order-Set the boot order for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC mode. Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. 5-4 Maintenance and Service Guide Enable/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitative button tapping sound. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep...
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... 6-4 boot options 5-4 boot order 5-4 bottom components 2-10 button components 2-3 button sound 5-4 buttons power 2-3 TouchPad 2-1 TouchPad on/off 2-1 wireless 2-3 C cables, service considerations 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 Card Reader Power Saving 5-4 changing Setup Utility language 5-1 chipset product description 1-1 components bottom 2-10 buttons 2-3 display 2-5 front 2-6 keys 2-4 left-side 2-9 lights 2-2 pointing device 2-1 rear 2-7 right-side 2-8 top 2-1 TouchPad 2-1 computer feet locations 4-6 spare part number 4-6 computer specifications 6-1 connector pinout audio-in jack 8-1 audio-out jack...
... 6-4 boot options 5-4 boot order 5-4 bottom components 2-10 button components 2-3 button sound 5-4 buttons power 2-3 TouchPad 2-1 TouchPad on/off 2-1 wireless 2-3 C cables, service considerations 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 Card Reader Power Saving 5-4 changing Setup Utility language 5-1 chipset product description 1-1 components bottom 2-10 buttons 2-3 display 2-5 front 2-6 keys 2-4 left-side 2-9 lights 2-2 pointing device 2-1 rear 2-7 right-side 2-8 top 2-1 TouchPad 2-1 computer feet locations 4-6 spare part number 4-6 computer specifications 6-1 connector pinout audio-in jack 8-1 audio-out jack...
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... audio 1-2 chipset 1-1 display panel 1-1 Ethernet 1-2 external media card 1-3 graphics 1-1 hard drive 1-2 keyboard 1-3 memory 1-2 microphone 1-2 modem 1-2 operating system 1-4 optical drive 1-2 pointing device 1-3 ports 1-3 power requirements 1-3 processor 1-1 Index-4 security 1-4 serviceability 1-4 webcam 1-2 wireless 1-3 product name 1-1, 3-1, 4-5 product number 3-1 R rear components 2-7 recovery full system 7-1, 7-5 programs or drivers 7-1 using the recovery discs 7-6 using the recovery partition 7-6 recovery discs creating 7-2 defined 7-1 performing a recovery 7-6 Recovery Manager...
... audio 1-2 chipset 1-1 display panel 1-1 Ethernet 1-2 external media card 1-3 graphics 1-1 hard drive 1-2 keyboard 1-3 memory 1-2 microphone 1-2 modem 1-2 operating system 1-4 optical drive 1-2 pointing device 1-3 ports 1-3 power requirements 1-3 processor 1-1 Index-4 security 1-4 serviceability 1-4 webcam 1-2 wireless 1-3 product name 1-1, 3-1, 4-5 product number 3-1 R rear components 2-7 recovery full system 7-1, 7-5 programs or drivers 7-1 using the recovery discs 7-6 using the recovery partition 7-6 recovery discs creating 7-2 defined 7-1 performing a recovery 7-6 Recovery Manager...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... 41 Adjusting the volume ...42 Using the media activity hotkeys 43 Multimedia software ...44 Using DVD Play software 44 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 44 Installing multimedia software from a disc 44 Audio ...45 Connecting external audio devices 45 Checking your audio functions 45 Video ...46 Connecting an external monitor or projector 46 Connecting an HDMI device 47 Configuring audio for HDMI 48 Webcam (select models only) ...49 Webcam tips ...49 Adjusting webcam properties 50 Troubleshooting ...51 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or...
... 41 Adjusting the volume ...42 Using the media activity hotkeys 43 Multimedia software ...44 Using DVD Play software 44 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 44 Installing multimedia software from a disc 44 Audio ...45 Connecting external audio devices 45 Checking your audio functions 45 Video ...46 Connecting an external monitor or projector 46 Connecting an HDMI device 47 Configuring audio for HDMI 48 Webcam (select models only) ...49 Webcam tips ...49 Adjusting webcam properties 50 Troubleshooting ...51 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or...
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... or stolen. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) 10 Chapter 1 Features Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Security cable slot (2) External monitor port (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB port (6) Digital Media Slot light (7) Digital Media Slot Description...
... or stolen. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) 10 Chapter 1 Features Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Security cable slot (2) External monitor port (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) HDMI port (5) USB port (6) Digital Media Slot light (7) Digital Media Slot Description...
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... locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This is unique to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This number describes the duration of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for this information when traveling internationally. You may need the Product Key to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. An optional device...
... locate documents, drivers, and support for use . This is unique to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This number describes the duration of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for this information when traveling internationally. You may need the Product Key to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. An optional device...
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... Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models...
... Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models...
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Setting TouchPad preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to the computer using the ports on the computer. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. Connecting an external mouse You can also be connected to the system using one of the USB ports on an optional expansion product. A USB mouse can connect an external USB mouse to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Using the TouchPad 31 To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Setting TouchPad preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to the computer using the ports on the computer. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. Connecting an external mouse You can also be connected to the system using one of the USB ports on an optional expansion product. A USB mouse can connect an external USB mouse to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Using the TouchPad 31 To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers.
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... be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to do so, restart your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to your hard drive. Click Download...
... be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to do so, restart your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to your hard drive. Click Download...
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... the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is being discharged. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Reenter the settings that you are using it on battery power until the battery is recharging, but the battery will not turn off . 2. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Using battery power 69 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep CAUTION: Failure...
... the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is being discharged. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Reenter the settings that you are using it on battery power until the battery is recharging, but the battery will not turn off . 2. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Using battery power 69 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep CAUTION: Failure...
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... C6 sleep state. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM Boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy Boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive...
... C6 sleep state. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM Boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy Boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive...
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... SoftPaqs. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. B Software updates Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time...
... SoftPaqs. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. B Software updates Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time...
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... a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. Make a note of the path to the hard drive. Double-click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive. Updating the BIOS 109 Follow the instructions on the screen. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your selection to the location on the screen reports a successful installation, you connect your hard drive where the BIOS update will need...
... a network, consult the network administrator before installing any device, cable, or cord. Make a note of the path to the hard drive. Double-click your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive. Updating the BIOS 109 Follow the instructions on the screen. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your selection to the location on the screen reports a successful installation, you connect your hard drive where the BIOS update will need...
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... software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. or - To do so, restart your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update...
... software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. or - To do so, restart your computer. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update...
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... hard drive 11 BIOS, updating 108 Blu-ray Disc playing 76 removing 80 Bluetooth device 15, 21 Bluetooth label 14 boot options 106 boot order 106 button sound 106 buttons power 5 TouchPad on/off 2, 30 TouchPad right/left 2, 30 wireless 5 C cables LAN 29 modem 25 security 101 USB 88 calibrating battery 68 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 106 CD copying 78 playing 76 removing 80 CD drive 74, 82 Certificate of Authenticity label 14 changing the language of Setup Utility 103 charging batteries...
... hard drive 11 BIOS, updating 108 Blu-ray Disc playing 76 removing 80 Bluetooth device 15, 21 Bluetooth label 14 boot options 106 boot order 106 button sound 106 buttons power 5 TouchPad on/off 2, 30 TouchPad right/left 2, 30 wireless 5 C cables LAN 29 modem 25 security 101 USB 88 calibrating battery 68 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 106 CD copying 78 playing 76 removing 80 CD drive 74, 82 Certificate of Authenticity label 14 changing the language of Setup Utility 103 charging batteries...
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...performance 83 diskette drive 82 display image, switching 34 screen brightness hotkeys 35 display switch, identifying 7 displaying system information 104 drive light, identifying 4, 8 drive media 57 drives boot order 106 caring for 72 DVD changing region setting 77 copying 78 playing 76 removing 80 DVD drive 74, 82 DVD Play software 44 DVD region settings 77 E earbuds 41 encryption 19 entering a power-on password 99 entering an administrator password 99 esc key, identifying 6 exiting Setup Utility 105 external audio devices, connecting 45 external drive 82 external monitor port, identifying 10...
...performance 83 diskette drive 82 display image, switching 34 screen brightness hotkeys 35 display switch, identifying 7 displaying system information 104 drive light, identifying 4, 8 drive media 57 drives boot order 106 caring for 72 DVD changing region setting 77 copying 78 playing 76 removing 80 DVD drive 74, 82 DVD Play software 44 DVD region settings 77 E earbuds 41 encryption 19 entering a power-on password 99 entering an administrator password 99 esc key, identifying 6 exiting Setup Utility 105 external audio devices, connecting 45 external drive 82 external monitor port, identifying 10...
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lights battery 3, 8 caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 10 drive 4, 8 num lock 3, 37 optical drive 9 power 3, 8 TouchPad 2 webcam 7 wireless 3 local area network (LAN) cable required 29 connecting cable 29 low battery level 66 M Main menu 105 maintenance Disk Cleanup 83 Disk Defragmenter 83 managing a power-on password 99 managing an administrator password 98 media controls, hotkeys 32, 36, 43 memory module inserting 93 removing 93 memory module compartment cover removing 93 replacing 94 memory module compartment, identifying 11 memory test 106 microphone (audio-in) jack 8 microphone (internal), ...
lights battery 3, 8 caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 10 drive 4, 8 num lock 3, 37 optical drive 9 power 3, 8 TouchPad 2 webcam 7 wireless 3 local area network (LAN) cable required 29 connecting cable 29 low battery level 66 M Main menu 105 maintenance Disk Cleanup 83 Disk Defragmenter 83 managing a power-on password 99 managing an administrator password 98 media controls, hotkeys 32, 36, 43 memory module inserting 93 removing 93 memory module compartment cover removing 93 replacing 94 memory module compartment, identifying 11 memory test 106 microphone (audio-in) jack 8 microphone (internal), ...
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... (network) jack, identifying 10 S S-Video 34 screen brightness hotkeys 35 screen image, switching 34 scroll zone, TouchPad 2, 30 secondary hard drive self test 106 security features 96 passwords 97 security cable 101 security cable slot, identifying 10 Security menu 105 security, wireless 19 selecting in Setup Utility 103 serial number, computer 14 service tag 14 setup of WLAN 18 Setup Utility, passwords set in 98 shutting down 71 Sleep exiting 57 initiating 57 Sleep hotkey 35 slots Digital Media 10 memory module 11 security cable 10 software...
... (network) jack, identifying 10 S S-Video 34 screen brightness hotkeys 35 screen image, switching 34 scroll zone, TouchPad 2, 30 secondary hard drive self test 106 security features 96 passwords 97 security cable 101 security cable slot, identifying 10 Security menu 105 security, wireless 19 selecting in Setup Utility 103 serial number, computer 14 service tag 14 setup of WLAN 18 Setup Utility, passwords set in 98 shutting down 71 Sleep exiting 57 initiating 57 Sleep hotkey 35 slots Digital Media 10 memory module 11 security cable 10 software...
