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Getting Started
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. Microsoft and be bound by the terms of the HP End User Windows are U.S. reg
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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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Table of contents 1 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2 2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 4 Top .......
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Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 23 Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 23 Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 23 Turning the TouchPad off and on ......................................................................
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9 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 45 Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 45 DC plug of external HP power supply ................................................................................ 45 Operating environment .......................................
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1Welcome The following sections are included in this chapter: ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 16. ● Set up HP QuickWeb—Immediately access the Internet, widgets, and communications programs without launching your main operating system. For more information, refer to
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Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resource Contents Instructions for setting up the computer ● How to set up the computer ● Identification of computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: ● Instructions for the following: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and ◦ Connecting to a wireless network Support > HP Documentation. ◦ Using the keyboard and pointing devices ◦ Replacing or upgrading the hard dr
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Resource Contents Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP customer support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. 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 > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. – or – Go
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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
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Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and 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. Top 5
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Lights Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) Caps lock light ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. (3) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) Wireless light ● 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
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Buttons Component Description 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 ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to t
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Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. (3) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. (4) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (5) QuickWeb key ● When the computer is off or in Hibernations, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to open the default Web bro
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Front Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound. Right side Component Description (1) Optical drive (select models only) Reads and writes to an optical disc. (2) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. (3) Optical drive eject button Opens the optical drive. (4) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (5) AC adapter light ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low batter
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Left side Component Description (1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (2) Vents (2) Enable 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-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (4) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any com
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Component Description (9) Hard drive light Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. (10) Power light ● 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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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. (3) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam. (4) Internal microphone Records sound. *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas fre
