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HP ENVY 13 User Guide
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© Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered common to most models. Some features trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. 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 warran
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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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iv Safety warning notice
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Table of contents 1 Notebook tour Identifying hardware ............................................................................................................................. 1 Components ......................................................................................................................................... 1 Top components .................................................................................................................. 1 TouchPad ........................
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Connecting the adapter ..................................................................................................... 18 Troubleshooting the Voodoo Power Adapter ..................................................................... 19 Using Bluetooth wireless devices ....................................................................................................... 20 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ............................................................. 20 Troub
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Adjusting webcam properties ............................................................................................. 37 6 Power management Setting power devices ........................................................................................................................ 39 Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 39 Initiating and exiting Sleep .....................................................
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7 Drives and external devices Drives ................................................................................................................................................. 55 Identifying installed drives .................................................................................................. 55 Handling drives .................................................................................................................. 55 Improving hard drive performance ...............
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Changing the language of Setup Utility ............................................................................. 70 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility ............................................................................ 71 Displaying system information ........................................................................................... 71 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility .......................................................................... 71 Exiting Set
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1 Notebook tour Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the System area, 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 Wind
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TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. TouchPad buttons Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the button to turn the TouchPad on and off. (2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button
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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. (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) Mute light Amber: Computer sound is off. (5) Wireless light ● Off: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. NOTE: Wireless de
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Button 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 tu
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Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with an arrow key or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows application key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor. (5) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. Front components Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound. Components
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Right-side components Component Description (1) 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. (2) Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. (3) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
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Component Description (2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (3) Battery light Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level, ● a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the ● battery is fully charged. (4) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● MultiMediaCard Plus ● Secure Digital Memory
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Component Description (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Battery bay Holds the battery. NOTE: The battery is preinstalled in the battery bay at the factory. Display components Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. NOT
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NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas 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. Additional hardware components Component Description (1) HP USB Ethernet Adapter Connects an optional RJ-45 network cable. (2) Power cord* Connects the AC adapter. (3) AC adapter Converts AC power to D
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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 important information including the following: Serial number (s/n) (1). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product. ◦ Product name (2). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦ Model description (3). This is the alphanumeric identifier you use to locate documents, driver
