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Notebook Tour
User Guide
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© Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing her
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing
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Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Product notice ...................................................................................................................................... 2 Top components ................................................................................................................................... 2 TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 2 Lights
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1 Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows
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2 Components Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light Blue: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. ● (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) TouchPad horizontal scroll zone Scrolls left or right. (4) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) TouchPa
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Component Description (7) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Lights Component Description (1) Wireless lights (2) ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on. ● Amber: An integrated wireless device is turned off. (2) Power
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Component Description (5) Battery light ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (6) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is
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Component Description ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. *This table describes factor
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Front components Component Description (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. (2) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. 6 Chapter 2 Components
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Right-side components Component Description (1) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. (2) Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. (3) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. (4) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Right-side components 7
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Left-side components Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. (4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (5) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (6) S-Vi
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Bottom components Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (3) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. (4) Memory module and WLAN module Contains the memory module slots and the WLAN (wireless local compartment area network) module slot. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wir
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Display components Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is turned on. (2) Webcam light On: The integrated camera is in use. (3) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. (4) Internal microphone Records sound. 10 Chapter 2 Components
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Wireless antennae At least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. Wireless antennae 11
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
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3 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need
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Index A right-side 7 keys AC adapter, identifying 12 top 2 esc 5 antennae 11 connector, power 8 fn 5 applications key, Windows 5 cord, power 12 function 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, keypad 5 D identifying 6 Windows applications 5 audio-out (headphone) jack, Digital Media Slot, identifying 8 Windows logo 5 display switch, identifying 10 identifying 6 drive light, identifying 3 L B labels E battery bay 13 Bluetooth 13 esc key, identifying 5 battery bay, identifying 9 Microsoft Certificate of exte
