HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... (1) Power connector (2) Battery light (3) External monitor port (4) Vent (5) Drive light Description Connects an AC adapter. ● Off: The computer is running on and off during routine operation. ● Blinking: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Attaches an optional security cable to act as a monitor or projector, to external power and the battery is connected to the computer. item Component (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover (7) Security cable slot Left...
... (1) Power connector (2) Battery light (3) External monitor port (4) Vent (5) Drive light Description Connects an AC adapter. ● Off: The computer is running on and off during routine operation. ● Blinking: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Attaches an optional security cable to act as a monitor or projector, to external power and the battery is connected to the computer. item Component (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover (7) Security cable slot Left...
HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... keys to restore the Setup Utility default settings. Restoring default settings in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use the arrow keys. ● To choose an item in Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to display system information in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If Setup Utility...
... keys to restore the Setup Utility default settings. Restoring default settings in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use the arrow keys. ● To choose an item in Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to display system information in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. If Setup Utility...
HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Windows when the operating system is functioning. NOTE: For more information. 78 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery (Windows only) NOTE: If the operating system has stopped responding and the computer screen is connected to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Windows Backup and Restore To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow these steps: 1. Save and close all open documents and close any open programs. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions...
... Windows when the operating system is functioning. NOTE: For more information. 78 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery (Windows only) NOTE: If the operating system has stopped responding and the computer screen is connected to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Using Windows Backup and Restore To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow these steps: 1. Save and close all open documents and close any open programs. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions...
HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... hardware, identifying 5 headphone jack connector pinout 87 location 11 hinge, spare part numbers 21, 25 I internal media cards, product description 3 J jacks audio-in 11 audio-out 11 headphone 11 microphone 11 network 10 RJ-45 10 K keyboard product description 3 removal 52 spare part numbers 16, 26, 27, 28, 29 , 29, 52 keys action 8 fn 8 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L language support 74 lights battery 10 caps lock 7 drive 10 mute 7 power 9 TouchPad 7 webcam 11 wireless 7 M Main Menu, Setup Utility 73 mass storage devices, hard drive 23 memory module...
... hardware, identifying 5 headphone jack connector pinout 87 location 11 hinge, spare part numbers 21, 25 I internal media cards, product description 3 J jacks audio-in 11 audio-out 11 headphone 11 microphone 11 network 10 RJ-45 10 K keyboard product description 3 removal 52 spare part numbers 16, 26, 27, 28, 29 , 29, 52 keys action 8 fn 8 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L language support 74 lights battery 10 caps lock 7 drive 10 mute 7 power 9 TouchPad 7 webcam 11 wireless 7 M Main Menu, Setup Utility 73 mass storage devices, hard drive 23 memory module...
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... 2 internal media cards 3 keyboard 3 memory module 1 modem 2 operating system 4 optical drive 2 panels 1 pointing device 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 2 wireless 3 product name 1 R recycling battery 92 display 92 removal/replacement preliminaries 32 procedures 37 restoring default settings in Setup Utility 72 RJ-45 jack connector pinout 89 location 10 RTC battery removal 51 spare part numbers 19, 27, 51 Rubber Kit, spare part numbers 19, 26 S Screw Kit, spare part numbers 24, 28 security cable slot 10 Security Menu, Setup Utility...
... 2 internal media cards 3 keyboard 3 memory module 1 modem 2 operating system 4 optical drive 2 panels 1 pointing device 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 2 wireless 3 product name 1 R recycling battery 92 display 92 removal/replacement preliminaries 32 procedures 37 restoring default settings in Setup Utility 72 RJ-45 jack connector pinout 89 location 10 RTC battery removal 51 spare part numbers 19, 27, 51 Rubber Kit, spare part numbers 19, 26 S Screw Kit, spare part numbers 24, 28 security cable slot 10 Security Menu, Setup Utility...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... audio functions 47 Video ...48 Connecting an external monitor or projector 48 Webcam ...49 6 Security Protecting the computer ...50 Using passwords ...50 Setting passwords in Windows 51 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 51 Administrator password 52 Managing an administrator password 52 Entering an administrator password 52 Power-on password 52 Managing a power-on password 53 Entering a power-on password 53 Using antivirus software ...54 Using firewall software ...55 Installing critical updates ...56 7 Digital cards Inserting a digital card ...57 Removing a digital card ...58 8 USB...
... audio functions 47 Video ...48 Connecting an external monitor or projector 48 Webcam ...49 6 Security Protecting the computer ...50 Using passwords ...50 Setting passwords in Windows 51 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 51 Administrator password 52 Managing an administrator password 52 Entering an administrator password 52 Power-on password 52 Managing a power-on password 53 Entering a power-on password 53 Using antivirus software ...54 Using firewall software ...55 Installing critical updates ...56 7 Digital cards Inserting a digital card ...57 Removing a digital card ...58 8 USB...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... icon representing your device, and select Mouse settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Component Description (4) TouchPad zone* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on . On: Caps lock is on . On: Speaker sound is off. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on the screen. *This table describes factory settings.
... icon representing your device, and select Mouse settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Component Description (4) TouchPad zone* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on . On: Caps lock is on . On: Speaker sound is off. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on the screen. *This table describes factory settings.
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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Component (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover (7) Security cable slot Left-side components Description Connects a network cable. Connects an optional external display, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. Enables airflow to the computer. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer...
Component (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover (7) Security cable slot Left-side components Description Connects a network cable. Connects an optional external display, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. Enables airflow to the computer. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... an external media card. When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work is closed, open the display and activate the TouchPad. ● Press a key on the keyboard. Setting power options 15 When Sleep is saved to the screen where you exit the Sleep state faster than exiting Hibernation. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of the following ways: ● Briefly slide the power switch...
... an external media card. When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work is closed, open the display and activate the TouchPad. ● Press a key on the keyboard. Setting power options 15 When Sleep is saved to the screen where you exit the Sleep state faster than exiting Hibernation. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of the following ways: ● Briefly slide the power switch...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... are charging a new battery, charge it . Managing low battery levels The information in Windows Control Panel. If a low battery level is a battery error. The battery light displays charge status: ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through normal use while on battery power. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery...
... are charging a new battery, charge it . Managing low battery levels The information in Windows Control Panel. If a low battery level is a battery error. The battery light displays charge status: ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through normal use while on battery power. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... click Power options. - Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is fully charged. The battery light on the computer turns white. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. The battery light on the computer turns amber. 3. Change the Turn off the display settings to Never. 9. Using battery power 23 Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is being discharged. or - Record the Turn off automatically. ◦ Hard drive...
... click Power options. - Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is fully charged. The battery light on the computer turns white. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. The battery light on the computer turns amber. 3. Change the Turn off the display settings to Never. 9. Using battery power 23 Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is being discharged. or - Record the Turn off automatically. ◦ Hard drive...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... is fully charged and the battery light has turned white. Run the computer on when the battery is off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using . 24 Chapter 3 Power management Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Plug the computer into an external power source, when you are not using them . ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that...
... is fully charged and the battery light has turned white. Run the computer on when the battery is off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using . 24 Chapter 3 Power management Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Plug the computer into an external power source, when you are not using them . ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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...; Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Unauthorized access to data Power-on the computer. Because most passwords are set . 6 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove...
...; Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Unauthorized access to data Power-on the computer. Because most passwords are set . 6 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... download and install the new BIOS. If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. b. Follow the instructions on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = BIOS Setup Options" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Updating the BIOS...
... download and install the new BIOS. If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. b. Follow the instructions on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = BIOS Setup Options" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Updating the BIOS...
Mini User Guide - Windows 7
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... 22 D Diagnostics menu 80 digital card inserting 57 removing 58 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 diskette drive 67 display switch, identifying 8 displaying system information 78 drive media 15 drives boot order 79 diskette 67 external 67 hard 67 optical 67 DVD drive 67 E earbuds 8, 42 encryption 33 entering a power-on password 53 entering an administrator password 52 exiting Setup Utility 78 external audio devices, connecting 47 external drive 67 external monitor port 48 external monitor port, identifying 7 F firewall 33 fn key 5, 64 function keys 64 G GPS 39 GPS, using 38 Index 81
... 22 D Diagnostics menu 80 digital card inserting 57 removing 58 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 diskette drive 67 display switch, identifying 8 displaying system information 78 drive media 15 drives boot order 79 diskette 67 external 67 hard 67 optical 67 DVD drive 67 E earbuds 8, 42 encryption 33 entering a power-on password 53 entering an administrator password 52 exiting Setup Utility 78 external audio devices, connecting 47 external drive 67 external monitor port 48 external monitor port, identifying 7 F firewall 33 fn key 5, 64 function keys 64 G GPS 39 GPS, using 38 Index 81
Mini User Guide - Windows XP
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Audio ...46 Connecting external audio devices 46 Checking your audio functions 46 Video ...48 Connecting an external monitor or projector 48 Webcam ...49 6 Security Protecting the computer ...50 Using passwords ...50 Passwords set in Windows 51 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 51 Administrator password 52 Managing an administrator password 52 Entering an administrator password 52 Power-on password 52 Managing a power-on password 53 Entering a power-on password 53 Using antivirus software ...54 Using firewall software ...55 Installing critical updates ...56 7 Digital cards ...
Audio ...46 Connecting external audio devices 46 Checking your audio functions 46 Video ...48 Connecting an external monitor or projector 48 Webcam ...49 6 Security Protecting the computer ...50 Using passwords ...50 Passwords set in Windows 51 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 51 Administrator password 52 Managing an administrator password 52 Entering an administrator password 52 Power-on password 52 Managing a power-on password 53 Entering a power-on password 53 Using antivirus software ...54 Using firewall software ...55 Installing critical updates ...56 7 Digital cards ...
Mini User Guide - Windows XP
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Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns white. If the capacity is fully recharged. Click OK. Reenter the settings that you are not using them. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you leave your work, initiate...
Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns white. If the capacity is fully recharged. Click OK. Reenter the settings that you are not using them. ● Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you leave your work, initiate...
Mini User Guide - Windows XP
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... in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on password ● 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 Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A password is essential to record each password you send your computer for service, remove all password settings. Several types of the computer, record each password immediately and store...
... in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on password ● 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 Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A password is essential to record each password you send your computer for service, remove all password settings. Several types of the computer, record each password immediately and store...
Mini User Guide - Windows XP
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... HP Web site that is connected to the hard drive. If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer and access the BIOS update you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. Access the page on your hard drive where the BIOS update is displayed...
... HP Web site that is connected to the hard drive. If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer and access the BIOS update you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. Access the page on your hard drive where the BIOS update is displayed...
Mini User Guide - Windows XP
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... battery level 22 D Diagnostics menu 80 digital card inserting 57 removing 58 stopping 58 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 diskette drive 67 display switch, identifying 8 displaying system information 78 drive media 15 drives boot order 79 diskette 67 external 67 hard 67 optical 67 DVD drive 67 E earbuds 8, 42 encryption 32 entering a power-on password 53 entering an administrator password 52 exiting Setup Utility 78 external audio devices, connecting 46 external drive 67 external monitor port 48 F firewall 32 fn key 5, 64 function keys 64 G GPS 38 GPS, using 37 H hard drive...
... battery level 22 D Diagnostics menu 80 digital card inserting 57 removing 58 stopping 58 Digital Media Slot, identifying 6 diskette drive 67 display switch, identifying 8 displaying system information 78 drive media 15 drives boot order 79 diskette 67 external 67 hard 67 optical 67 DVD drive 67 E earbuds 8, 42 encryption 32 entering a power-on password 53 entering an administrator password 52 exiting Setup Utility 78 external audio devices, connecting 46 external drive 67 external monitor port 48 F firewall 32 fn key 5, 64 function keys 64 G GPS 38 GPS, using 37 H hard drive...