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User Guide
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© Copyright 2010 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 To obtain the latest information in the User proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Guide, go to the HP Web site at Company under license. SD Logo is a http://www.hp.com/support. trademark
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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 ENWW
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Table of contents 1 Notebook tour ................................................................................................................................................. 1 Identifying the hardware ....................................................................................................................... 1 Top components .................................................................................................................. 1 TouchPad .............................
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WLAN connection is very weak ......................................................................................... 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router ............................................................................... 22 Connecting to a local area network (LAN) .......................................................................................... 22 3 Pointing devices and keyboard .........................................................................................
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Obtaining the latest HP device drivers .............................................................. 41 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers .................................................... 41 5 Power management ...................................................................................................................................... 42 Setting power options ...................................................................................................................
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Replacing the battery ......................................................................................................... 54 Shutting down the computer ............................................................................................................... 54 6 Drives ............................................................................................................................................................. 56 Identifying installed drives ...........................
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9 Memory modules .......................................................................................................................................... 72 Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 72 Adding or replacing a memory module in the expansion memory module slot ................. 72 Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot .................................... 75 10 Security
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Security menu .................................................................................................................... 90 System Configuration menu .............................................................................................. 90 Diagnostics menu .............................................................................................................. 91 Appendix B Software updates ..................................................................................
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1 Notebook tour Identifying the hardware Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most computer models. To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. In the System area, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off bu
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Component Description (4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the icon representing your device, and select Mouse settings. Lights Component Description (1) TouchPad light On: TouchPad is disabled. (2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (3) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the S
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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) 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 s
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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 functions. (5) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. (6) Keyboard backlight key (select models only) Turns the keyboard backlight on and off. Front components 4 Chapt
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Component Description (1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory card (standard and large size) ● xD-Picture card (XD) (2) Speakers (2) Produce sound. Right-side components Component Description (1) Optical drive Reads/Writes optical discs. (2) Optical drive light ● On: The optical drive is being accessed. ● Off: The optical drive is idle. (3) USB por
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Left-side components Component Description (1) 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. (2) External monitor port Connects an optional external display, such as a monitor or projector, to the computer. (3) RJ-45 (network) lights (2) White: The network is connected. ● Amber: The network is showing activity.
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Display components Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) HP TrueVision webcam light On: The HP TrueVision webcam is in use. (3) HP TrueVision webcam Records video and captures still photographs. ENWW Identifying the hardware 7
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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) Vents (6) 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. (4) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. (5) Memory/Wireless module compartment Holds a wireless LAN module, a wireles
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Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regul
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Component Description (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. Identifying the labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer: Serial number label—Provides important information, including the following: ● Component (1) Product n
