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Getting Started
HP Notebook
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© Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Software terms Development Company, L.P. This guide describes features that are By installing, copying, downloading, or Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered common to most models. Some features otherwise using any software product trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its License Agreement
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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 the integrated numeric keypad ................................................................ 28 Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 28 Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 29 Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 29 Using the TouchPad ........
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7 Customer support ......................................................................................................................................... 53 Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. 53 Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 54 8 Specifications ........................
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1Welcome 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 22. ● Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference G
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Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: ● How to connect to a wireless network Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● How to use the keyboard and pointing devices ● How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory modules ● How to perform a backu
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Resources For information about Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. HP Web site ● Support information To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ ● Ordering parts and finding additional help support. ● Accessories available for the device Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides > View Warranty Information. – or – Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocu
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2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) 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 NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description (1) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (3) Web browser light ● On: The computer is on. ● 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 Bluetoo
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Components Description (1) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (3) Web browser light ● On: The computer is on. ● 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 off. (5) TouchPad light ● A
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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description (1) 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
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Component Description (3) Web browser button Opens the default Web browser. (4) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a wireless connection. (5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
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Component Description (1) 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 Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5
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Keys NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. 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 a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys. For more information, see Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Function keys Execute frequently used syste
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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 a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys. For more information, see Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. For more information,
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Front Component Description (1) Drive light ● White: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. (2) Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick PRO ● Memory Stick PRO Duo (needs an adapter) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● MultiMediaCardplus (MMC+) ● Secure Digital (SD) Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card ● Secure Digit
