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... Memory module ...42 Secondary hard drive 44 WLAN module ...48 Keyboard ...50 Top cover ...52 Power button board 55 USB/Card Reader board 56 Optical drive ...57 Power connector cable 59 System board ...60 Fan/heat sink assembly 64 Processor ...66 Speakers ...68 Subwoofer ...69 Display assembly ...70 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) ...77 Starting Setup Utility ...77 Using Setup Utility ...77 Changing the language of Setup Utility 77 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility 78 Display system information 78 Restoring factory default settings in Setup Utility 78 Exiting Setup Utility 78 Updating...
... Memory module ...42 Secondary hard drive 44 WLAN module ...48 Keyboard ...50 Top cover ...52 Power button board 55 USB/Card Reader board 56 Optical drive ...57 Power connector cable 59 System board ...60 Fan/heat sink assembly 64 Processor ...66 Speakers ...68 Subwoofer ...69 Display assembly ...70 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) ...77 Starting Setup Utility ...77 Using Setup Utility ...77 Changing the language of Setup Utility 77 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility 78 Display system information 78 Restoring factory default settings in Setup Utility 78 Exiting Setup Utility 78 Updating...
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... brightness: 200 nits All display assemblies include 2 wireless local area network (WLAN) antenna cables Supports flush display panel cover Supports 16:9 ultra wide aspect ratio Lighted logo on top bezel 2 customer-accessible/upgradable memory module slots Supports dual-channel memory Supports up to 8192 GB of system RAM DDR3 1333-MHz, PC3-10600 1333-MHz bus speed on computer models equipped with Quad Core processors 1066-MHZ bus speed on computer models...
... brightness: 200 nits All display assemblies include 2 wireless local area network (WLAN) antenna cables Supports flush display panel cover Supports 16:9 ultra wide aspect ratio Lighted logo on top bezel 2 customer-accessible/upgradable memory module slots Supports dual-channel memory Supports up to 8192 GB of system RAM DDR3 1333-MHz, PC3-10600 1333-MHz bus speed on computer models equipped with Quad Core processors 1066-MHZ bus speed on computer models...
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... Ethernet Wireless External media card Ports Keyboard/ pointing devices Power requirements Description Integrated 10/100/1000 GB network interface card (NIC) Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options by way of wireless module: Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly Support for the following WLAN formats: ● Broadcom 43224 802.11a/b/g/n 2x2 WiFi Adapter ● Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6200 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module Integrated personal area network (PAN) options by way of Bluetooth® module: Support...
... Ethernet Wireless External media card Ports Keyboard/ pointing devices Power requirements Description Integrated 10/100/1000 GB network interface card (NIC) Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options by way of wireless module: Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly Support for the following WLAN formats: ● Broadcom 43224 802.11a/b/g/n 2x2 WiFi Adapter ● Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6200 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module Integrated personal area network (PAN) options by way of Bluetooth® module: Support...
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NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional USB 3.0 device and provides enhanced USB power performance. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The SuperSpeed USB port is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Left-side components Item (1) Component Vent (2) External monitor port (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) Mini DisplayPort (5) HDMI port (6) eSATA/USB port (7) SuperSpeed USB port Description Enables airflow to cool internal components and ...
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional USB 3.0 device and provides enhanced USB power performance. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The SuperSpeed USB port is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Left-side components Item (1) Component Vent (2) External monitor port (3) RJ-45 (network) jack (4) Mini DisplayPort (5) HDMI port (6) eSATA/USB port (7) SuperSpeed USB port Description Enables airflow to cool internal components and ...
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Remove the primary hard drive: 1. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 38). Loosen the two captive Phillips screws that secure the hard drive cover to the computer. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 38 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW Remove the hard drive cover (see Memory module on , and then shut it down the computer. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Primary hard drive on page 37). 5. Description Spare part number 640-GB, 7200...
Remove the primary hard drive: 1. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 38). Loosen the two captive Phillips screws that secure the hard drive cover to the computer. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 38 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW Remove the hard drive cover (see Memory module on , and then shut it down the computer. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Primary hard drive on page 37). 5. Description Spare part number 640-GB, 7200...
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... external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Battery on , and then shut it down the computer. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Primary hard drive on page 42). 44 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement...
... external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Battery on , and then shut it down the computer. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Primary hard drive on page 42). 44 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement...
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... your computer. Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Windows 7-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. The hard drive designation is downloaded. Windows XP-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to the location on the HP Web site that contains the update. 4. You may need to access this information to the hard drive. If no instructions are ready...
... your computer. Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Windows 7-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. The hard drive designation is downloaded. Windows XP-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to the location on the HP Web site that contains the update. 4. You may need to access this information to the hard drive. If no instructions are ready...
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... 8 Windows logo 8 L left-side components 12 light components 9 lights battery 14 caps lock 9 drive 11 mute 9 power 9, 11 TouchPad off indicator webcam 6 wireless 9 9, 10 M mass storage device, spare part numbers 24 memory module product description 2 removal 42 spare part numbers 20, 27, 42 memory module compartment 15 memory module compartment cover illustrated 23 removal 42 microphone location 6 product description 3 microphone jack connector pinout 93 location 13 mini DisplayPort 12 model description 17, 36 model name 1 monitor port connector pinout 94 location 12 mute light 9 N network...
... 8 Windows logo 8 L left-side components 12 light components 9 lights battery 14 caps lock 9 drive 11 mute 9 power 9, 11 TouchPad off indicator webcam 6 wireless 9 9, 10 M mass storage device, spare part numbers 24 memory module product description 2 removal 42 spare part numbers 20, 27, 42 memory module compartment 15 memory module compartment cover illustrated 23 removal 42 microphone location 6 product description 3 microphone jack connector pinout 93 location 13 mini DisplayPort 12 model description 17, 36 model name 1 monitor port connector pinout 94 location 12 mute light 9 N network...
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...1 display panel 2 Ethernet 4 external media cards 4 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drives 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 video 3 wireless 4 product name 1, 17, 35 product number 17, 35 R removal/replacement preliminaries 30 procedures 35 right-side components 14 RJ-45 jack connector pinout 96 location 12 RTC battery removal 41 spare part number 20, 27, 41 Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 20, 28, 52 S Screw Kit, spare part number 25, 28 security cable slot 14...
...1 display panel 2 Ethernet 4 external media cards 4 graphics 1 hard drives 2 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drives 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 video 3 wireless 4 product name 1, 17, 35 product number 17, 35 R removal/replacement preliminaries 30 procedures 35 right-side components 14 RJ-45 jack connector pinout 96 location 12 RTC battery removal 41 spare part number 20, 27, 41 Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 20, 28, 52 S Screw Kit, spare part number 25, 28 security cable slot 14...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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...38 Removing a smart card ...38 Using a USB device ...38 Connecting a USB device 38 Removing a USB device ...39 Using 1394 devices (select models only 39 Connecting a 1394 device 40 Removing a 1394 device 40 Using an eSATA device (select models only 40 Connecting an eSATA device 41 Removing an eSATA device 41 Using optional external devices ...42 Using optional external drives 42 Using the expansion port (select models only 42 Using the docking connector (select models only 43 6 Drives ...44 Handling drives ...44 Using hard drives ...45 Improving hard drive performance 45 Using Disk...
...38 Removing a smart card ...38 Using a USB device ...38 Connecting a USB device 38 Removing a USB device ...39 Using 1394 devices (select models only 39 Connecting a 1394 device 40 Removing a 1394 device 40 Using an eSATA device (select models only 40 Connecting an eSATA device 41 Removing an eSATA device 41 Using optional external devices ...42 Using optional external drives 42 Using the expansion port (select models only 42 Using the docking connector (select models only 43 6 Drives ...44 Handling drives ...44 Using hard drives ...45 Improving hard drive performance 45 Using Disk...
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... the sound. To confirm or change the audio settings on your desktop. 3. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following external video ports: ● VGA ● DisplayPort ● HDMI VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is a video tool that allows video conferencing and desktop sharing so that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor...
... the sound. To confirm or change the audio settings on your desktop. 3. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following external video ports: ● VGA ● DisplayPort ● HDMI VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is a video tool that allows video conferencing and desktop sharing so that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor...
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... while reading from external power and remove the battery. Windows XP-Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand By. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from or writing to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in the sequence provided: ● Windows 7-Press ctrl+alt...
... while reading from external power and remove the battery. Windows XP-Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand By. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from or writing to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in the sequence provided: ● Windows 7-Press ctrl+alt...
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... the brightness on page 23. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area, at the factory. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Using Battery Check in Windows 7 Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on battery power. To run Battery Check: 1. Connect the AC adapter...
... the brightness on page 23. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area, at the factory. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Using Battery Check in Windows 7 Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on battery power. To run Battery Check: 1. Connect the AC adapter...
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... an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is unplugged. 1. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of damage to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of expansion port. 42 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Connect the device to the manufacturer's instructions.
... an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is unplugged. 1. Using optional external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of damage to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of expansion port. 42 Chapter 5 External cards and devices Connect the device to the manufacturer's instructions.
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... do not need access to AC power. 2. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may want to set Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly schedule, but you use the computer, files on solid-state drives. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to complete. Select Start > All...
... do not need access to AC power. 2. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on -screen instructions. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may want to set Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly schedule, but you use the computer, files on solid-state drives. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to complete. Select Start > All...
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... with Setup Utility only if USB legacy support is enabled. NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Start Setup Utility. 2. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press enter. 5. To save your language selected is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls...
... with Setup Utility only if USB legacy support is enabled. NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Turn on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Start Setup Utility. 2. Setup Utility includes settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed, press enter. 5. To save your language selected is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls...
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... restore the factory settings. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. To return all settings in Setup Utility NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the system BIOS currently installed. 62 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow the on -screen instructions...
... restore the factory settings. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. To return all settings in Setup Utility NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the system BIOS currently installed. 62 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the factory, follow the on -screen instructions...
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... downloaded to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. You may need to access this information to download. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. If no instructions are displayed on your hard drive. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the computer by using the AC adapter. Windows 7-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. Start Setup Utility...
... downloaded to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. You may need to access this information to download. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. If no instructions are displayed on your hard drive. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the computer by using the AC adapter. Windows 7-Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. Start Setup Utility...
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... software, using 55 audio functions, checking 16 B battery conserving power 27 discharging 26 displaying remaining charge 26 disposing 28 low battery levels 26 replacing 28 storing 28 Battery Check 26 battery information, finding 25 battery power 25 battery temperature 28 BIOS determining version 62 downloading an update 63 updating 62 Bluetooth device 2, 9 buttons media 15 power 21 volume 16 wireless 3 C cables 1394 40 eSATA 41 USB 39 CardBus PC Cards 32 checking audio functions 16 computer, traveling 28, 65 configuring audio for HDMI 19 configuring...
... software, using 55 audio functions, checking 16 B battery conserving power 27 discharging 26 displaying remaining charge 26 disposing 28 low battery levels 26 replacing 28 storing 28 Battery Check 26 battery information, finding 25 battery power 25 battery temperature 28 BIOS determining version 62 downloading an update 63 updating 62 Bluetooth device 2, 9 buttons media 15 power 21 volume 16 wireless 3 C cables 1394 40 eSATA 41 USB 39 CardBus PC Cards 32 checking audio functions 16 computer, traveling 28, 65 configuring audio for HDMI 19 configuring...
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... supported types 32 ports DisplayPort 18 expansion 42 external monitor 17 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 VGA 17 power battery 25 conserving 27 options 22 power button 21 power meter 23 power plans customizing 24 selecting 24 viewing current 23 power switch 21 power-on password creating 55 entering 55 managing 55 power-saving states 22 protecting the computer 52 protecting your wireless network 7 Q QuickLock 52, 53 O operating system controls 5 optical disc inserting 48 removing 49 optical drive 42 optional external devices, using 42 P passwords set in Setup Utility...
... supported types 32 ports DisplayPort 18 expansion 42 external monitor 17 HDMI 18 Intel Wireless Display 19 VGA 17 power battery 25 conserving 27 options 22 power button 21 power meter 23 power plans customizing 24 selecting 24 viewing current 23 power switch 21 power-on password creating 55 entering 55 managing 55 power-saving states 22 protecting the computer 52 protecting your wireless network 7 Q QuickLock 52, 53 O operating system controls 5 optical disc inserting 48 removing 49 optical drive 42 optional external devices, using 42 P passwords set in Setup Utility...