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... vibration to see how the graphics you must install the required software. Use your software's preview feature to the PC. ■ If you can create a LightScribe label, you use your notebook AC adapter and power cord plugged into a working electrical outlet. The LightScribe software indicates the time remaining to use look on disc... software Before you can continue to burn the design. ■ Avoid sudden shock or vibration. While the disc is being created, you are using your PC. Insert the disc and follow the on the HP DVD Writer disc in mostly soft middle tones.
... vibration to see how the graphics you must install the required software. Use your software's preview feature to the PC. ■ If you can create a LightScribe label, you use your notebook AC adapter and power cord plugged into a working electrical outlet. The LightScribe software indicates the time remaining to use look on disc... software Before you can continue to burn the design. ■ Avoid sudden shock or vibration. While the disc is being created, you are using your PC. Insert the disc and follow the on the HP DVD Writer disc in mostly soft middle tones.
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Contents 1 Hardware Top Components 1-1 Keys 1-1 TouchPad 1-3 Power Controls 1-4 Lights 1-5 Wireless (Select Models Only) and Volume Buttons 1-7 Antennae (Select Models Only 1-8 Front Components 1-9 Lights 1-9 Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button. . . . . . 1-10 Rear Components 1-11 Left-Side Components 1-12 Ports and Jacks 1-12 PC Card Slot and Button 1-13 Right-Side Components 1-14 Bottom Components...
Contents 1 Hardware Top Components 1-1 Keys 1-1 TouchPad 1-3 Power Controls 1-4 Lights 1-5 Wireless (Select Models Only) and Volume Buttons 1-7 Antennae (Select Models Only 1-8 Front Components 1-9 Lights 1-9 Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button. . . . . . 1-10 Rear Components 1-11 Left-Side Components 1-12 Ports and Jacks 1-12 PC Card Slot and Button 1-13 Right-Side Components 1-14 Bottom Components...
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... Your Work 3-7 Interference with Drive Media 3-7 Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures 3-8 Turning the Notebook On or Off 3-8 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 3-9 Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation 3-10 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 3-11 Power Preferences 3-12 Using Power Schemes 3-12 Setting a Standby Password 3-12 Setting Other Power Preferences 3-13 iv Hardware and Software Guide
... Your Work 3-7 Interference with Drive Media 3-7 Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures 3-8 Turning the Notebook On or Off 3-8 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 3-9 Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation 3-10 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 3-11 Power Preferences 3-12 Using Power Schemes 3-12 Setting a Standby Password 3-12 Setting Other Power Preferences 3-13 iv Hardware and Software Guide
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... Pack 3-14 Charging a Battery Pack 3-14 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack 3-15 Managing Low-Battery Conditions 3-16 Calibrating a Battery Pack 3-18 Conserving Battery Pack Power 3-22 Replacing a Battery Pack 3-23 Storing a Battery Pack 3-26 Disposing of a Used Battery Pack 3-26 4 Multimedia Internal Speakers 4-1 Volume Controls 4-2 External Audio Devices 4-3 Using the...
... Pack 3-14 Charging a Battery Pack 3-14 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack 3-15 Managing Low-Battery Conditions 3-16 Calibrating a Battery Pack 3-18 Conserving Battery Pack Power 3-22 Replacing a Battery Pack 3-23 Storing a Battery Pack 3-26 Disposing of a Used Battery Pack 3-26 4 Multimedia Internal Speakers 4-1 Volume Controls 4-2 External Audio Devices 4-3 Using the...
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...an 802.11 Wireless Device 5-7 Troubleshooting Devices 5-7 Bluetooth Wireless Devices (Select Models Only) . . . . . 5-8 Wireless Device Power States 5-10 Turning On the Devices 5-12 Turning Off and Disabling the Devices 5-13 6 Security Security Features 6-1 QuickLock 6-3 Setup...Setup Utility Administrator Password 6-6 Setting an Administrator Password 6-7 Entering an Administrator Password 6-7 Setup Utility Power-On Password 6-8 Setting a Power-On Password 6-9 Entering a Power-On Password 6-9 Setup Utility Device Security 6-10 Antivirus Software 6-11 Critical Security Updates for ...
...an 802.11 Wireless Device 5-7 Troubleshooting Devices 5-7 Bluetooth Wireless Devices (Select Models Only) . . . . . 5-8 Wireless Device Power States 5-10 Turning On the Devices 5-12 Turning Off and Disabling the Devices 5-13 6 Security Security Features 6-1 QuickLock 6-3 Setup...Setup Utility Administrator Password 6-6 Setting an Administrator Password 6-7 Entering an Administrator Password 6-7 Setup Utility Power-On Password 6-8 Setting a Power-On Password 6-9 Entering a Power-On Password 6-9 Setup Utility Device Security 6-10 Antivirus Software 6-11 Critical Security Updates for ...
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Contents 7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Device Connections 7-1 Connecting a Powered Device 7-1 Connecting a USB Device 7-2 Connecting a 1394 Device (Select Models Only 7-3 Connecting a Communication Device 7-4 Digital Memory Cards 7-4 Using the Digital Media Slot Light 7-5 Inserting a Digital Memory Card 7-6 Removing a Digital Memory Card 7-7 PC Cards 7-8 Inserting a PC Card 7-9 Stopping or Removing a PC Card 7-10 Drives 7-11 Adding a Drive to...
Contents 7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Device Connections 7-1 Connecting a Powered Device 7-1 Connecting a USB Device 7-2 Connecting a 1394 Device (Select Models Only 7-3 Connecting a Communication Device 7-4 Digital Memory Cards 7-4 Using the Digital Media Slot Light 7-5 Inserting a Digital Memory Card 7-6 Removing a Digital Memory Card 7-7 PC Cards 7-8 Inserting a PC Card 7-9 Stopping or Removing a PC Card 7-10 Drives 7-11 Adding a Drive to...
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Contents Setup Utility 8-9 Opening the Setup Utility 8-9 Changing the Language of the Setup Utility 8-10 Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility . . . . . 8-10 Displaying System Information 8-11 Restoring Default Settings in the Setup Utility . . . . 8-12 Using Advanced Setup Utility Features 8-13 Closing the Setup Utility 8-14 A Specifications Operating Environment A-1 Rated Input Power A-2 Expansion Port Input/Output Signals A-3 Index viii Hardware and Software Guide
Contents Setup Utility 8-9 Opening the Setup Utility 8-9 Changing the Language of the Setup Utility 8-10 Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility . . . . . 8-10 Displaying System Information 8-11 Restoring Default Settings in the Setup Utility . . . . 8-12 Using Advanced Setup Utility Features 8-13 Closing the Setup Utility 8-14 A Specifications Operating Environment A-1 Rated Input Power A-2 Expansion Port Input/Output Signals A-3 Index viii Hardware and Software Guide
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For information about changing the function of the display switch or power/standby button, refer to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate hibernation. ■ In standby, briefly press to resume from standby. ■ In hibernation, ...and hold for at least 4 seconds to the "Setting Other Power Preferences" section in Chapter 3, "Power." 1-4 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Power Controls Component Description 1 Display switch* If the notebook is closed while on, initiates standby. 2 Power/standby button* When the notebook is ■ Off, press to turn off the...
For information about changing the function of the display switch or power/standby button, refer to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate hibernation. ■ In standby, briefly press to resume from standby. ■ In hibernation, ...and hold for at least 4 seconds to the "Setting Other Power Preferences" section in Chapter 3, "Power." 1-4 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Power Controls Component Description 1 Display switch* If the notebook is closed while on, initiates standby. 2 Power/standby button* When the notebook is ■ Off, press to turn off the...
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Off: Notebook is in standby. On: Notebook is turned on . Blinking: Notebook is off. On: Volume is muted. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-5 Lights Hardware Component 1 Caps lock light 2 Power/standby light* 3 Mute light Description On: Caps lock is on .
Off: Notebook is in standby. On: Notebook is turned on . Blinking: Notebook is off. On: Volume is muted. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-5 Lights Hardware Component 1 Caps lock light 2 Power/standby light* 3 Mute light Description On: Caps lock is on .
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... light on the front of the notebook is visible only when the notebook is open ; The power/standby light on . *The notebook has 2 power/standby lights. Hardware Component Description 4 Wireless light (select models only) On: One or more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth® ...
... light on the front of the notebook is visible only when the notebook is open ; The power/standby light on . *The notebook has 2 power/standby lights. Hardware Component Description 4 Wireless light (select models only) On: One or more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth® ...
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... radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the notebook display is closed. *The antennae (select models only) are not visible from obstructions. 1-8 Hardware and Software Guide To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC... Radio Frequency Radiation. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of this device is minimized. The radiated output power of the notebook.
... radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the notebook display is closed. *The antennae (select models only) are not visible from obstructions. 1-8 Hardware and Software Guide To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC... Radio Frequency Radiation. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of this device is minimized. The radiated output power of the notebook.
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... the same information. Off: The battery pack is fully charged or not inserted. *The light on the power/standby button and the power/standby light on the power/standby button is visible when the notebook is open ; Off: Notebook is off. 2 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light On or blinking: The internal hard drive or...
... the same information. Off: The battery pack is fully charged or not inserted. *The light on the power/standby button and the power/standby light on the power/standby button is visible when the notebook is open ; Off: Notebook is off. 2 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light On or blinking: The internal hard drive or...
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Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Opens the notebook. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. 1-10 Hardware and Software Guide Connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Hardware Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button Component 1 Stereo speakers (2) 2 Display release button 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 Audio-out (headphone) jack Description Produce stereo sound.
Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Opens the notebook. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. 1-10 Hardware and Software Guide Connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Hardware Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button Component 1 Stereo speakers (2) 2 Display release button 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 Audio-out (headphone) jack Description Produce stereo sound.
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.../Output Signals" section. ‡Depending on the right side of the notebook. 1-12 Hardware and Software Guide Connects an optional USB device. *The notebook has only one expansion port. Hardware Left-Side Components Ports and Jacks Component 1 Power connector Description Connects the AC adapter cable. 2 Monitor port 3 Expansion ...;For expansion port signal information, refer to an optional docking device. The other USB ports are on the model, the notebook has 2 or 3 USB ports. Connects an optional network cable. 5 RJ-11 (modem) jack 6 USB port‡ Connects the modem cable.
.../Output Signals" section. ‡Depending on the right side of the notebook. 1-12 Hardware and Software Guide Connects an optional USB device. *The notebook has only one expansion port. Hardware Left-Side Components Ports and Jacks Component 1 Power connector Description Connects the AC adapter cable. 2 Monitor port 3 Expansion ...;For expansion port signal information, refer to an optional docking device. The other USB ports are on the model, the notebook has 2 or 3 USB ports. Connects an optional network cable. 5 RJ-11 (modem) jack 6 USB port‡ Connects the modem cable.
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Component Description 1 Battery pack* Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 4 Modem cable* Connects a modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or...-RJ-11 adapter (included by model. region as required)* *Battery packs vary by (modem) jack. Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary in appearance by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware you purchased. Hardware Additional Components Hardware The components included with most...
Component Description 1 Battery pack* Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 4 Modem cable* Connects a modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or...-RJ-11 adapter (included by model. region as required)* *Battery packs vary by (modem) jack. Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary in appearance by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware you purchased. Hardware Additional Components Hardware The components included with most...
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... or DVD. fn+f11 Plays the next track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD. For instructions, refer to the "Setting Other Power Preferences" section in Chapter 3, "Power." fn+f10 Plays the previous track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD. fn+f1 Opens print options window. fn+f7 Increases...
... or DVD. fn+f11 Plays the next track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD. For instructions, refer to the "Setting Other Power Preferences" section in Chapter 3, "Power." fn+f10 Plays the previous track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD. fn+f1 Opens print options window. fn+f7 Increases...
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... hotkey can be on. If the notebook is in the operating system. The function of the fn+f5 hotkey, refer to the "Setting Other Power Preferences" section. While the notebook is in random access memory (RAM), the screen clears, and power is conserved. When standby is initiated,... your work is saved in standby, the power/standby lights blink. ■ To initiate standby, the notebook must be changed in hibernation...
... hotkey can be on. If the notebook is in the operating system. The function of the fn+f5 hotkey, refer to the "Setting Other Power Preferences" section. While the notebook is in random access memory (RAM), the screen clears, and power is conserved. When standby is initiated,... your work is saved in standby, the power/standby lights blink. ■ To initiate standby, the notebook must be changed in hibernation...
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... Brightness (fn+f7) The fn+f7 hotkey decreases the brightness of the notebook screen. The longer you hold down the fn+f8 hotkey, the more the screen dims. Decreasing screen brightness conserves power. » To increase screen brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey. TouchPad...fn+f8 hotkey increases the brightness of the notebook screen. QuickLock protects your Windows administrator password and access the notebook. For information about combining Windows passwords with HP passwords, refert to display the Log On window and lock the notebook. Then follow the instructions on the screen...
... Brightness (fn+f7) The fn+f7 hotkey decreases the brightness of the notebook screen. The longer you hold down the fn+f8 hotkey, the more the screen dims. Decreasing screen brightness conserves power. » To increase screen brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey. TouchPad...fn+f8 hotkey increases the brightness of the notebook screen. QuickLock protects your Windows administrator password and access the notebook. For information about combining Windows passwords with HP passwords, refert to display the Log On window and lock the notebook. Then follow the instructions on the screen...
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Hardware and Software Guide 3-1 3 Power Power Sources Selecting a Power Source Use the following table to select a recommended power source for the way you plan to use the notebook.
Hardware and Software Guide 3-1 3 Power Power Sources Selecting a Power Source Use the following table to select a recommended power source for the way you plan to use the notebook.
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... one of the following devices: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional docking device ■ Optional combination power adapter Å Do not charge the notebook battery pack onboard aircraft. Charging the battery pack may damage aircraft electronic systems. External power supplied through one of the following devices: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional docking device 3-2 Hardware...
... one of the following devices: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional docking device ■ Optional combination power adapter Å Do not charge the notebook battery pack onboard aircraft. Charging the battery pack may damage aircraft electronic systems. External power supplied through one of the following devices: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional docking device 3-2 Hardware...