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... High Capacity Memory Card ■ xD-Picture Card ■ x-D-Picture Card Type H ■ x-D-Picture Card Type M Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. ✎ When a device is not connected to external power. External component identification Left-side components Item 1 2 Component Power connector AC adapter light 3 RJ-45 (network) jack 4 External monitor port 5 HDMI port 6 USB ports (2) 7 Digital Media Slot 8 Audio-out (headphone) jack 9 Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Connects an AC...
... High Capacity Memory Card ■ xD-Picture Card ■ x-D-Picture Card Type H ■ x-D-Picture Card Type M Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. ✎ When a device is not connected to external power. External component identification Left-side components Item 1 2 Component Power connector AC adapter light 3 RJ-45 (network) jack 4 External monitor port 5 HDMI port 6 USB ports (2) 7 Digital Media Slot 8 Audio-out (headphone) jack 9 Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Connects an AC...
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...-Rom Boot - System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Action Key Mode Boot Options Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (on the hard drive. ✎ On models with two hard drives, this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable boot from internal Network Adapter. ■ Boot Order - Enable/disable LAN...
...-Rom Boot - System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Action Key Mode Boot Options Diagnostics menu Select Primary Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (on the hard drive. ✎ On models with two hard drives, this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable boot from internal Network Adapter. ■ Boot Order - Enable/disable LAN...
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... Bluetooth module removal 4-32 spare part number 4-32 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive precautions 4-2 specifications 6-4 boot options 5-5 boot order 5-5 bottom components 2-7 buttons TouchPad 2-1 wireless 2-5 C cable kit, spare part numbers 3-6 cables, service considerations 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 chipset, product description 1-2 components bottom 2-7 buttons 2-9 display 2-1 fingerprint reader 2-9 front 2-4 left-side 2-6 lights 2-2 pointing device 2-1 right-side 2-5 top 2-9 computer feet locations 4-6 spare part number 4-6 Computer Setup accessing 5-1 Diagnostics menu...
... Bluetooth module removal 4-32 spare part number 4-32 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive precautions 4-2 specifications 6-4 boot options 5-5 boot order 5-5 bottom components 2-7 buttons TouchPad 2-1 wireless 2-5 C cable kit, spare part numbers 3-6 cables, service considerations 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 chipset, product description 1-2 components bottom 2-7 buttons 2-9 display 2-1 fingerprint reader 2-9 front 2-4 left-side 2-6 lights 2-2 pointing device 2-1 right-side 2-5 top 2-9 computer feet locations 4-6 spare part number 4-6 Computer Setup accessing 5-1 Diagnostics menu...
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... Setup 5-5 left-side components 2-6 lights AC adapter 2-6 battery 2-4 caps lock 2-2 drive 2-4 mute 2-2 num lock 2-2 power 2-5 TouchPad 2-1 webcam 2-8 wireless 2-5 M mass storage devices, spare part numbers 3-7 memory module removal 4-14 spare part numbers 4-14 memory module compartment cover removal 4-12 location 2-7 microphone jack connector 2-6 connector pinout 9-1 microphone, internal location 2-8 product description 1-3 model name 3-1, 4-5 modem, product description 1-4 monitor port connector pinout 9-2 location 2-6 mute light 2-2 N network cable removal 4-35 spare part numbers 3-4 network...
... Setup 5-5 left-side components 2-6 lights AC adapter 2-6 battery 2-4 caps lock 2-2 drive 2-4 mute 2-2 num lock 2-2 power 2-5 TouchPad 2-1 webcam 2-8 wireless 2-5 M mass storage devices, spare part numbers 3-7 memory module removal 4-14 spare part numbers 4-14 memory module compartment cover removal 4-12 location 2-7 microphone jack connector 2-6 connector pinout 9-1 microphone, internal location 2-8 product description 1-3 model name 3-1, 4-5 modem, product description 1-4 monitor port connector pinout 9-2 location 2-6 mute light 2-2 N network cable removal 4-35 spare part numbers 3-4 network...
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...Layer Drive 6-5 DVD-ROM Drive 6-6 hard drive 6-3 optical drive 6-4, 6-5, 6-6 system DMA 6-7 system I/O address 6-9 system interrupt 6-8 system memory map 6-7 system board removal 4-33 spare part numbers 4-33 System Configuration menu 5-5 system DMA specifications 6-7 system I/O address specifications 6-9 system interrupt specifications 6-8 system memory map specifications 6-7 system recovery 8-1 T tools required 4-1 top components 2-9 top cover removal 4-19 spare part numbers 3-3, 4-19 TouchPad buttons 2-1 TouchPad light 2-1 TouchPad scroll zone 2-1 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port connector...
...Layer Drive 6-5 DVD-ROM Drive 6-6 hard drive 6-3 optical drive 6-4, 6-5, 6-6 system DMA 6-7 system I/O address 6-9 system interrupt 6-8 system memory map 6-7 system board removal 4-33 spare part numbers 4-33 System Configuration menu 5-5 system DMA specifications 6-7 system I/O address specifications 6-9 system interrupt specifications 6-8 system memory map specifications 6-7 system recovery 8-1 T tools required 4-1 top components 2-9 top cover removal 4-19 spare part numbers 3-3, 4-19 TouchPad buttons 2-1 TouchPad light 2-1 TouchPad scroll zone 2-1 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port connector...
HP Pavilion dm3 Entertainment PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... 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 60 Sharing optical drives ...60 External devices ...61 Using a USB device ...61 Connecting a USB device 61 Removing a USB device 61 Using Digital Media Slot cards 62 Inserting a digital card 62 Removing a digital card 63 9 Security Protecting the computer ...64 Using passwords ...64 Setting passwords in Windows 65 Setting passwords in Setup Utility...
... 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 60 Sharing optical drives ...60 External devices ...61 Using a USB device ...61 Connecting a USB device 61 Removing a USB device 61 Using Digital Media Slot cards 62 Inserting a digital card 62 Removing a digital card 63 9 Security Protecting the computer ...64 Using passwords ...64 Setting passwords in Windows 65 Setting passwords in Setup Utility...
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...) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If...
...) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for all adapters. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If...
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.... Two-finger scrolling Two-finger scrolling is useful for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To disable two-finger scrolling, select Control panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Multitouch Gestures. NOTE: Scrolling speed is enabled at the factory. They are using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Then, clear the check box next to the function you are functional only in software that supports them across the TouchPad surface in an...
.... Two-finger scrolling Two-finger scrolling is useful for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To disable two-finger scrolling, select Control panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Multitouch Gestures. NOTE: Scrolling speed is enabled at the factory. They are using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Then, clear the check box next to the function you are functional only in software that supports them across the TouchPad surface in an...
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... the TouchPad with a straw extension can be used to remove dust, lint, and particles that can deposit household debris on the screen. Using an optional external numeric keypad Keys on most external numeric keypads function differently according to internal components, do not use the keypad keys temporarily as you work: ▲ Press the num lk key on the external keypad, not on , most keypad keys function like the...
... the TouchPad with a straw extension can be used to remove dust, lint, and particles that can deposit household debris on the screen. Using an optional external numeric keypad Keys on most external numeric keypads function differently according to internal components, do not use the keypad keys temporarily as you work: ▲ Press the num lk key on the external keypad, not on , most keypad keys function like the...
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... power settings. 6. Change the On battery setting to a low battery level. Click OK. 10. To discharge a battery: 1. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the computer. 2. Run the computer on while the battery is being discharged. Connect the computer to Never. 5. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Unplug the computer from its external power source, but the battery discharges faster while you are using...
... power settings. 6. Change the On battery setting to a low battery level. Click OK. 10. To discharge a battery: 1. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the computer. 2. Run the computer on while the battery is being discharged. Connect the computer to Never. 5. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Unplug the computer from its external power source, but the battery discharges faster while you are using...
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... power options. - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you are not plugged into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you leave your work, initiate Sleep...
... power options. - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you are not plugged into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you leave your work, initiate Sleep...
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... closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Disposing of a used battery WARNING! The Shut down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to a USB port ● When...
... closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Disposing of a used battery WARNING! The Shut down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is lost when the computer is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to a USB port ● When...
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... User Account Control feature to vibration. Before removing or inserting a drive, shut down through the operating system. Do not type on the hard drive become fragmented. Click Defragment now. Refer to Help and Support for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. When the battery is the only source of power...
... User Account Control feature to vibration. Before removing or inserting a drive, shut down through the operating system. Do not type on the hard drive become fragmented. Click Defragment now. Refer to Help and Support for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. When the battery is the only source of power...
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... and close the display. 3. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on , in the Sleep state, or in the hard drive bay CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down on -screen instructions. If you , loosen the 3 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the...
... and close the display. 3. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on , in the Sleep state, or in the hard drive bay CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down on -screen instructions. If you , loosen the 3 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the...
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...control access to your information. You can use of the computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized removal of the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords...
...control access to your information. You can use of the computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized removal of the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft User password Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) Using passwords...
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... arrow keys to your hard drive. To download a BIOS update: 1. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to select the Main menu. BIOS installation procedures vary. If no instructions are displayed on or restarting the computer. Using the hard drive path you connect your computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If Setup Utility does not open...
... arrow keys to your hard drive. To download a BIOS update: 1. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is connected to select the Main menu. BIOS installation procedures vary. If no instructions are displayed on or restarting the computer. Using the hard drive path you connect your computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If Setup Utility does not open...
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.... In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. Follow the on another external device, such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Click Create. 6. Using Windows Backup and Restore To create a backup using them for your hard drive at a specific point in time. Follow the on file size and the speed of your system...
.... In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. Follow the on another external device, such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Click Create. 6. Using Windows Backup and Restore To create a backup using them for your hard drive at a specific point in time. Follow the on file size and the speed of your system...
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... 6 right-side 5 top 2 connection, external power 42 connector, power 6 conservation, power 49 cord, power 11 critical battery level 46 critical security updates, installing 68 D default settings, restoring 71 Diagnostics menu 73 digital card inserting 62 removing 63 stopping 63 supported formats 62 Digital Media Slot, identifying 7 Disk Cleanup software 55 Disk Defragmenter software 55 diskette drive 59 display image, switching 28 drive light, identifying 5 drive media 39 drives boot order 73 connecting external 60 diskette 59 external 59 hard 56, 57, 59 optical 60 DVD drive 60 E encryption 17...
... 6 right-side 5 top 2 connection, external power 42 connector, power 6 conservation, power 49 cord, power 11 critical battery level 46 critical security updates, installing 68 D default settings, restoring 71 Diagnostics menu 73 digital card inserting 62 removing 63 stopping 63 supported formats 62 Digital Media Slot, identifying 7 Disk Cleanup software 55 Disk Defragmenter software 55 diskette drive 59 display image, switching 28 drive light, identifying 5 drive media 39 drives boot order 73 connecting external 60 diskette 59 external 59 hard 56, 57, 59 optical 60 DVD drive 60 E encryption 17...
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... software 15 HP Mobile Broadband Module 17, 18 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 58 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 23 hubs 61 I icons network 13, 22 wireless 13 installed drives, identifying 54 integrated webcam light, identifying 9 interference, minimizing 23 internal microphone, identifying 9 Internet connection setup 16 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 7 audio-out (headphone) 7 RJ-45 (network) 6 K keyboard hotkeys, identifying 28 keypad keys, identifying 4 keypad, embedded enabling and disabling 30 identifying 29 switching key functions 31 using 30 keypad, external num lock 31 using...
... software 15 HP Mobile Broadband Module 17, 18 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 58 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 23 hubs 61 I icons network 13, 22 wireless 13 installed drives, identifying 54 integrated webcam light, identifying 9 interference, minimizing 23 internal microphone, identifying 9 Internet connection setup 16 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 7 audio-out (headphone) 7 RJ-45 (network) 6 K keyboard hotkeys, identifying 28 keypad keys, identifying 4 keypad, embedded enabling and disabling 30 identifying 29 switching key functions 31 using 30 keypad, external num lock 31 using...
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... devices, setting preferences 25 ports external monitor 6, 36 HDMI 7, 36 USB 6, 7, 61 power connecting 42 conserving 49 power connector, identifying 6 power cord, identifying 11 power lights, identifying 5 power switch, identifying 5 power-on password creating 67 entering 67 managing 67 primary hard disk self test 73 Product Key 12 product name and number, computer 11 programs, updating 75 programs, using 34 projector, connecting 36 Q QuickLock key 28 QuickWeb disabling 69 enabling 69 R readable media 39 recovering a program or driver 76 recovering using the dedicated recovery partition...
... devices, setting preferences 25 ports external monitor 6, 36 HDMI 7, 36 USB 6, 7, 61 power connecting 42 conserving 49 power connector, identifying 6 power cord, identifying 11 power lights, identifying 5 power switch, identifying 5 power-on password creating 67 entering 67 managing 67 primary hard disk self test 73 Product Key 12 product name and number, computer 11 programs, updating 75 programs, using 34 projector, connecting 36 Q QuickLock key 28 QuickWeb disabling 69 enabling 69 R readable media 39 recovering a program or driver 76 recovering using the dedicated recovery partition...