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User Guide
HP Notebook
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© Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Software terms Development Company, L.P. This guide describes features that are By installing, copying, downloading, or Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its common to most models. Some features otherwise using any software product proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard may not be available on your computer. preinstalled on this computer, you agree to Company under license. AMD is a be bound by the terms of the HP End User trademark of Advanced Mic
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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 come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or r
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iv Safety warning notice
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Table of contents 1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 1 Important first steps .............................................................................................................................. 1 Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2 2 Getting to
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Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ............................................................. 20 Connecting to a wired network ........................................................................................................... 21 Connecting to a local area network (LAN) ......................................................................... 21 4 Pointing devices and keyboard ...............................................................................................
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Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ........................ 39 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ..................... 39 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 39 Running on external AC power .......................................................................................................... 39 Troubleshooting an AC adapter ....................................................................
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Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 58 Using the dedicated recovery partition .............................................................................. 58 Restoring using the restore media ..................................................................................... 59 Changing the computer boot order ..................................................................................
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Appendix B Cleaning your computer ............................................................................................................. 72 Cleaning the display ........................................................................................................................... 72 Cleaning the sides and cover ............................................................................................................. 72 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard ...........................
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1Introduction This guide contains details about your computer's components, such as ports and jacks. It describes multimedia and other features. And it provides important security, backup, and recovery information. NOTE: Some of the features described in this guide may not be available on your computer. Important first steps After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: 1. Set up your wired or wireless network. For more information, refer to Networking
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Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● How to set up the computer ● Identification of computer components User Guide ● Computer features To access this guide: ● Power management features Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● Instructions for the following: ◦ Connecting to a wireless network ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Using the multimedia features of the computer ◦ Maximizi
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Resource Contents HP Web site ● Customer support information To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ ● Information for ordering parts support. ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. – or – Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the
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2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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Lights Component Description (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start Technology allows your computer to resume quickly from inactivity. For more information, refer to Initiating Sleep or Hibernation on page 34. (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (3) Mute light ● Amber: Computer so
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Buttons and other top components Component Description (1) Internal microphone Records sound. (2) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● 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 inef
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Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. (5) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Top 7
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Right side Component Description (1) USB 2.0 port Connects optional USB devices. (2) Audio-out (headphone) jack/audio-in Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, (microphone) jack earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional headset microphone. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE:
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Left side Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) AC adapter/Battery light ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged. Amber: A battery is charging. ● ● Blinking white: The battery charge level is 12% or less (recharge the battery as soon as possible). Off: The computer is not connected to external power. ● (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (4) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
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Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). (2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam. (3) Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. *The antennas a
