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... change without notice. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: January 2008 Document Part Number: 461703-001 registered trademarks of its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Microsoft and Windows are set...
... change without notice. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: January 2008 Document Part Number: 461703-001 registered trademarks of its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Microsoft and Windows are set...
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... block airflow. The computer and the AC adapter comply 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. Also, do not place the computer...
... block airflow. The computer and the AC adapter comply 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. Also, do not place the computer...
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Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Product notice ...3 Top components ...3 TouchPad ...3 Keys ...4 Front components ...5 Rear components ...7 Right-side components ...8 Left-side components ...9 Bottom components ...10 Display components ...11 Display lights ...12 Quick Launch buttons ...13 Media buttons ...14 Wireless antennae (select models only 15 Additional hardware components ...16 3 Labels Index ...18 v
Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Product notice ...3 Top components ...3 TouchPad ...3 Keys ...4 Front components ...5 Rear components ...7 Right-side components ...8 Left-side components ...9 Bottom components ...10 Display components ...11 Display lights ...12 Quick Launch buttons ...13 Media buttons ...14 Wireless antennae (select models only 15 Additional hardware components ...16 3 Labels Index ...18 v
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Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your computer. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. 1 Identifying hardware To see a list of your permission or password for more information. 1 In the left pane, click Device Manager. Refer to improve the security of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1.
Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may be prompted for your computer. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. 1 Identifying hardware To see a list of your permission or password for more information. 1 In the left pane, click Device Manager. Refer to improve the security of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1.
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... and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Product notice 3 Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● Blue: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on your...
... and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Product notice 3 Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● Blue: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on your...
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... items beneath the pointer. Can be used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Displays the Windows Start menu. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. 4 Chapter 2 Components Execute frequently used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Windows applications key (5) Embedded numeric keypad keys (6) Function keys Description Displays system information about your computer when...
... items beneath the pointer. Can be used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Displays the Windows Start menu. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. 4 Chapter 2 Components Execute frequently used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Windows applications key (5) Embedded numeric keypad keys (6) Function keys Description Displays system information about your computer when...
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... (1) Display release latch (2) Power switch* (3) Power light (4) Consumer infrared lens (5) Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack (6) Audio-out (headphone) jack (7) Audio-in (microphone) jack (8) Wireless switch Description Opens the computer. ● When the computer is off, slide the power switch to the right to turn off the computer. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Front components 5 To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. Produce sound when...
... (1) Display release latch (2) Power switch* (3) Power light (4) Consumer infrared lens (5) Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack (6) Audio-out (headphone) jack (7) Audio-in (microphone) jack (8) Wireless switch Description Opens the computer. ● When the computer is off, slide the power switch to the right to turn off the computer. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Front components 5 To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. Produce sound when...
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For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in order to establish a wireless connection. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off. *This table describes factory settings. Component Description (9) Wireless light NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in Help and Support. 6 Chapter 2 Components
For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in order to establish a wireless connection. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off. *This table describes factory settings. Component Description (9) Wireless light NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in Help and Support. 6 Chapter 2 Components
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Connect optional USB devices. Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components and prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the computer. Rear components 7 It is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Rear components Component (1) Vent (2) RJ-11 (modem) jack (3) USB ports (2) (4) Security cable slot Description Enables airflow to cycle on...
Connect optional USB devices. Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components and prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the computer. Rear components 7 It is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Rear components Component (1) Vent (2) RJ-11 (modem) jack (3) USB ports (2) (4) Security cable slot Description Enables airflow to cycle on...
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Connects a network cable. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port. It is pressed once. ● Fast forwards media when pressed simultaneously with the fn key. Stores the pen. Connects the computer to cool internal components. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. Stops playback. Connects the pen tether. Enables airflow to an optional docking device or an optional expansion product. NOTE: The computer has only...
Connects a network cable. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port. It is pressed once. ● Fast forwards media when pressed simultaneously with the fn key. Stores the pen. Connects the computer to cool internal components. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. Stops playback. Connects the pen tether. Enables airflow to an optional docking device or an optional expansion product. NOTE: The computer has only...
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... optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) ExpressCard slot (3) Digital Media Slot (4) Digital Media Slot light (5) Optical drive (6) Optical drive light Description Connects an AC adapter. Left-side components 9 On: A digital card is being accessed. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD), xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M.
... optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) ExpressCard slot (3) Digital Media Slot (4) Digital Media Slot light (5) Optical drive (6) Optical drive light Description Connects an AC adapter. Left-side components 9 On: A digital card is being accessed. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD), xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M.
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... regulates wireless devices in your country or region. NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the hard drive. Releases the optical drive from the battery bay. Holds a WLAN module (select models only). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Holds the battery...
... regulates wireless devices in your country or region. NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the hard drive. Releases the optical drive from the battery bay. Holds a WLAN module (select models only). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Holds the battery...
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... to Windows instead of a password logon. In slate mode, the display is on. Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is rotated and folded flat, so that you can view content while carrying the computer. Opens the computer. Record sound. Display components Component (1) Convertible hinge (2) Consumer infrared lens (3) Internal display switch (4) Fingerprint reader (select models only) (5) Internal microphones (2) (6) Integrated camera (select models only) (7) Display...
... to Windows instead of a password logon. In slate mode, the display is on. Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is rotated and folded flat, so that you can view content while carrying the computer. Opens the computer. Record sound. Display components Component (1) Convertible hinge (2) Consumer infrared lens (3) Internal display switch (4) Fingerprint reader (select models only) (5) Internal microphones (2) (6) Integrated camera (select models only) (7) Display...
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... battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is turned off when all batteries in Hibernation. ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is being accessed. 12 Chapter 2 Components Display lights Component (1) Power light (2) Battery light (3) Drive light Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in the computer are fully charged. Blinking: The hard drive...
... battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is turned off when all batteries in Hibernation. ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is being accessed. 12 Chapter 2 Components Display lights Component (1) Power light (2) Battery light (3) Drive light Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in the computer are fully charged. Blinking: The hard drive...
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... of the QuickPlay program. Opens Mobility Center. Refer to log on . NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you log on to Windows. QuickPlay launches after you may be asked to the QuickPlay software Help for more information. Quick Launch buttons Component Description (1) Rotate button (2) Mobility Center button (3) Media button (4) DVD button Rotates the screen image clockwise into 4 orientations...
... of the QuickPlay program. Opens Mobility Center. Refer to log on . NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you log on to Windows. QuickPlay launches after you may be asked to the QuickPlay software Help for more information. Quick Launch buttons Component Description (1) Rotate button (2) Mobility Center button (3) Media button (4) DVD button Rotates the screen image clockwise into 4 orientations...
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These antennae are located in Help and Support. Wireless antennae (select models only) 15 Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to your country or region. These notices are not visible from the outside of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to the section of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from one or more wireless devices.
These antennae are located in Help and Support. Wireless antennae (select models only) 15 Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to your country or region. These notices are not visible from the outside of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to the section of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from one or more wireless devices.
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models only) (5) Modem cable* (select models only) Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. (4) Country-specific modem cable adapter (select Adapts the modem cable to a country-specific modem adapter. *Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 16 Chapter 2 Components Converts AC power to an...
models only) (5) Modem cable* (select models only) Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. (4) Country-specific modem cable adapter (select Adapts the modem cable to a country-specific modem adapter. *Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 16 Chapter 2 Components Converts AC power to an...
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...; Service tag-Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of your computer. 3 Labels The labels affixed to update or troubleshoot the operating system...
...; Service tag-Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of your computer. 3 Labels The labels affixed to update or troubleshoot the operating system...
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... 5, 11 display switch, identifying 11 drive light, identifying 12 drives, hard 10 DVD button, identifying 13 E esc key, identifying 4 expansion port, identifying 8 ExpressCard slot, identifying 9 external monitor port, identifying 8 F fingerprint reader, identifying 11 fn key, identifying 4 function keys, identifying 4 H hard drive bay, identifying 10 headphone (audio-out) jack 5 headphone (audio-out) S/PDIF jack 5 hinge, convertible 11 I infrared lens, identifying internal display switch, identifying 11 internal microphone, identifying 11 5, 11 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5 audio-out...
... 5, 11 display switch, identifying 11 drive light, identifying 12 drives, hard 10 DVD button, identifying 13 E esc key, identifying 4 expansion port, identifying 8 ExpressCard slot, identifying 9 external monitor port, identifying 8 F fingerprint reader, identifying 11 fn key, identifying 4 function keys, identifying 4 H hard drive bay, identifying 10 headphone (audio-out) jack 5 headphone (audio-out) S/PDIF jack 5 hinge, convertible 11 I infrared lens, identifying internal display switch, identifying 11 internal microphone, identifying 11 5, 11 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 5 audio-out...
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... 10 lights battery 12 Digital Media Slot 9 drive 12 power 5, 12 TouchPad 3 wireless 6 M media activity buttons, identifying 8, 14 Media button, identifying 13 memory module compartment, identifying 10 microphone (audio-in) jack 5 microphone, internal 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 17 Mobility Center button, identifying 13 modem approval label 17 modem cable adapter, country specific 16 modem cable, identifying 16 monitor port, external 8 N next/fast forward button, identifying 8, 14 O operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 17 Product Key 17 optical drive...
... 10 lights battery 12 Digital Media Slot 9 drive 12 power 5, 12 TouchPad 3 wireless 6 M media activity buttons, identifying 8, 14 Media button, identifying 13 memory module compartment, identifying 10 microphone (audio-in) jack 5 microphone, internal 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 17 Mobility Center button, identifying 13 modem approval label 17 modem cable adapter, country specific 16 modem cable, identifying 16 monitor port, external 8 N next/fast forward button, identifying 8, 14 O operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 17 Product Key 17 optical drive...