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... policy of your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for HP products and services are U.S. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The only warranties for a refund subject to change without notice...sale (the seller). SD Logo is a trademark owned by its proprietor. Nothing herein should be liable for requesting a full refund of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Some features may not be bound by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. © Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development...
... policy of your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for HP products and services are U.S. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The only warranties for a refund subject to change without notice...sale (the seller). SD Logo is a trademark owned by its proprietor. Nothing herein should be liable for requesting a full refund of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). Some features may not be bound by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. © Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development...
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Safety warning notice WARNING! Do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. iii Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology ...
Safety warning notice WARNING! Do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. iii Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology ...
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... 1 Welcome ...1 Finding information ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Top ...5 TouchPad ...5 Lights ...6 Buttons ...7 Keys ...8 Front ...9 Right side ...9 Left side ...10 Display ...12 Bottom ...13 3 HP QuickWeb ...14 Starting HP QuickWeb ...15 4 Networking ...16 Using an Internet service provider (ISP 17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Connecting to an existing WLAN 17 Setting up...
... 1 Welcome ...1 Finding information ...2 2 Getting to know your computer ...4 Top ...5 TouchPad ...5 Lights ...6 Buttons ...7 Keys ...8 Front ...9 Right side ...9 Left side ...10 Display ...12 Bottom ...13 3 HP QuickWeb ...14 Starting HP QuickWeb ...15 4 Networking ...16 Using an Internet service provider (ISP 17 Connecting to a wireless network ...17 Connecting to an existing WLAN 17 Setting up...
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Using pointing devices ...23 Setting pointing device preferences 23 Using the TouchPad ...23 Turning the TouchPad off and on 23 Navigating ...24 Selecting ...24 Using TouchPad gestures 25 Scrolling 26 Pinching/Zooming 26 Rotating 27 Flicking 27 6 Maintenance ...28 Inserting or removing the battery ...28 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 30 Removing the hard drive ...30 Installing a hard drive ...32 Adding or replacing memory modules 33 Updating programs and drivers ...36 Cleaning your computer ...36 Cleaning the display ...36 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 36 7 Backup and ...
Using pointing devices ...23 Setting pointing device preferences 23 Using the TouchPad ...23 Turning the TouchPad off and on 23 Navigating ...24 Selecting ...24 Using TouchPad gestures 25 Scrolling 26 Pinching/Zooming 26 Rotating 27 Flicking 27 6 Maintenance ...28 Inserting or removing the battery ...28 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 30 Removing the hard drive ...30 Installing a hard drive ...32 Adding or replacing memory modules 33 Updating programs and drivers ...36 Cleaning your computer ...36 Cleaning the display ...36 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 36 7 Backup and ...
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9 Specifications ...45 Input power ...45 DC plug of external HP power supply 45 Operating environment ...46 Index ...47 vii
9 Specifications ...45 Input power ...45 DC plug of external HP power supply 45 Operating environment ...46 Index ...47 vii
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... 1 Welcome The following steps: ● Connect to the Internet-Set up your wired or wireless network so that you set up HP QuickWeb-Immediately access the Internet, widgets, and communications programs without launching your main operating system. For more information, refer to Networking on...● Set up and register the computer, it is preinstalled on accessing this chapter: ● Finding information After you can connect to HP QuickWeb on the manufacturer's Web site. 1 For more information, refer to the Internet. For instructions on the computer and includes a limited...
... 1 Welcome The following steps: ● Connect to the Internet-Set up your wired or wireless network so that you set up HP QuickWeb-Immediately access the Internet, widgets, and communications programs without launching your main operating system. For more information, refer to Networking on...● Set up and register the computer, it is preinstalled on accessing this chapter: ● Finding information After you can connect to HP QuickWeb on the manufacturer's Web site. 1 For more information, refer to the Internet. For instructions on the computer and includes a limited...
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...Identification of computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. ● Proper workstation setup ● Guidelines for the computer ◦ Updating the software Help and Support...country- Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide: ● Instructions for the following : Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. ◦ Maximizing battery life ◦ Using the multimedia features of injury ● Electrical and mechanical safety information -...
...Identification of computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. ● Proper workstation setup ● Guidelines for the computer ◦ Updating the software Help and Support...country- Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide: ● Instructions for the following : Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. ◦ Maximizing battery life ◦ Using the multimedia features of injury ● Electrical and mechanical safety information -...
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... Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. - Finding information 3 HP Web site To access this Web site, go /orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with your computer. Box 200... on your product number, warranty period (found on the CD/DVD provided in the box. For some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to: ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise,...
... Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. - Finding information 3 HP Web site To access this Web site, go /orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with your computer. Box 200... on your product number, warranty period (found on the CD/DVD provided in the box. For some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to: ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise,...
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2 Getting to know your computer The following sections are included in this chapter: ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
2 Getting to know your computer The following sections are included in this chapter: ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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Turns the TouchPad on an external mouse. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on . Functions like the left button on and off . Top 5 Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on and off . Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad light (2) TouchPad on/off button (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen.
Turns the TouchPad on an external mouse. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on . Functions like the left button on and off . Top 5 Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on and off . Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad light (2) TouchPad on/off button (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen.
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Lights Component (1) TouchPad light (2) Caps lock light (3) Power light (4) Wireless light Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. 6 Chapter 2 Getting to ...
Lights Component (1) TouchPad light (2) Caps lock light (3) Power light (4) Wireless light Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. 6 Chapter 2 Getting to ...
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... briefly to exit Hibernation. Top 7 To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Buttons Component Power button Description ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ●...
... briefly to exit Hibernation. Top 7 To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Buttons Component Power button Description ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ●...
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... numeric keypad. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to open the default Web browser. Can be used system functions. NOTE: For more information, refer to "HP QuickWeb" in HP QuickWeb, press the button to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to know your... computer does not have HP QuickWeb software, the button does not perform any action or function. Displays the Windows Start menu. ● When the computer is off or ...
... numeric keypad. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to open the default Web browser. Can be used system functions. NOTE: For more information, refer to "HP QuickWeb" in HP QuickWeb, press the button to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to know your... computer does not have HP QuickWeb software, the button does not perform any action or function. Displays the Windows Start menu. ● When the computer is off or ...
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Opens the optical drive. NOTE: The security cable is designed to an optical disc. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) Optical drive (select models only) Optical drive light Optical drive eject button USB port (5) AC adapter light (6) Power connector (7) Security cable slot Description Reads and writes to act as a deterrent, but might not prevent the computer from being accessed. Blinking: The optical drive is charging. Connects an AC adapter. Front 9 Connects an optional security cable. Connects an optional USB device. ● White: The computer is connected to external ...
Opens the optical drive. NOTE: The security cable is designed to an optical disc. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) Optical drive (select models only) Optical drive light Optical drive eject button USB port (5) AC adapter light (6) Power connector (7) Security cable slot Description Reads and writes to act as a deterrent, but might not prevent the computer from being accessed. Blinking: The optical drive is charging. Connects an AC adapter. Front 9 Connects an optional security cable. Connects an optional USB device. ● White: The computer is connected to external ...
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Connect optional USB devices. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card 10 Chapter 2 Getting to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Produces sound when connected to know your computer To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on and off during routine operation. For additional safety information, refer to cool ...
Connect optional USB devices. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card 10 Chapter 2 Getting to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Produces sound when connected to know your computer To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on and off during routine operation. For additional safety information, refer to cool ...
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Component (9) Hard drive light (10) Power light Description Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Left side 11
Component (9) Hard drive light (10) Power light Description Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Left side 11
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To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the computer. These notices are not visible from obstructions. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from the outside of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to know your country or region. Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use the webcam, select Start > Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam. ...
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the computer. These notices are not visible from obstructions. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from the outside of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to know your country or region. Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use the webcam, select Start > Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam. ...
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CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components. It is normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Bottom 13 Releases the battery from the battery bay. (3) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. (4) Hard drive bay, WLAN compartment, and Contains the hard drive, memory module slots, and the memory module compartment WLAN module. NOTE: The computer fan starts up ...
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components. It is normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Bottom 13 Releases the battery from the battery bay. (3) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. (4) Hard drive bay, WLAN compartment, and Contains the hard drive, memory module slots, and the memory module compartment WLAN module. NOTE: The computer fan starts up ...