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HP Notebook User Guide

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1WelcomeThe following section is included in this chapter:●Finding informationAfter you set up and register the computer, take the following steps:●Co

Finding informationThe computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.Resources For information aboutQuick Setup poster●Setti

2 Getting to know your computerThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Top●Front●Right●Left●Display●BottomTop TouchPadComponent Descripti

Component Description(3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.(4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the rig

Buttons (select models only)Component Description(1)Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on thecomputer.●When the computer

KeysComponent Description(1) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressedin combination with a function key or the esc key.(2) Co

Front Component Description(1)Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive or optical drive is beingaccessed.●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily

Right Component Description(1)AC adapter light ●White: The computer is connected to external powerand the battery is 90 to 99% charged.● Amber: The co

Left Component Description(1)Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

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Display Component Description(1) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide-area netwo

Bottom Component Description(1)Battery and access cover releaselatchesRelease the battery from the battery bay, andreleases the access cover from the

3NetworkingThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using an Internet service provider (ISP)●Identifying wireless and network status icons

Using an Internet service provider (ISP)Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP topurchase Inte

Identifying wireless and network status iconsIcon Name DescriptionWireless (connected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on.Network Conn

Connecting to an existing WLAN1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on.NOTE: Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 3 for information on identify

For help in setting up your WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer oryour ISP.Protecting your WLANWhen you set up a WLAN

Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableco

2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2).Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterTelephone jacks vary by cou

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only)Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchase

Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do notplace the computer directly on

4 Keyboard and pointing devicesThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using the keyboard●Using the TouchPadUsing the keyboardIdentifying

Hotkey combination Descriptionfn+f1 Initiates Suspend, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other systemcomponents turn off

Using keypadsThe computer includes either an embedded numeric keypad or an integrated numeric keypad. Thecomputer also supports an optional external n

Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and offPress fn+num lk to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. Press fn+num lk again to turn off thekeypad.NOTE

Using the TouchPadTo move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.Use the left and right TouchPa

SelectingUse the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse.Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad supports a va

ScrollingScrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingersslightly apart on the TouchPad, and then

5 MultimediaThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using the media activity keys●Using the audio features●Using the Webcam (select model

Using the audio featuresYour computer enables you to use a variety of audio features:●Play music.●Record sound.●Download music from the Internet.●Crea

Adjusting the volumeDepending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:● Volume buttons●Volume hotkeys●Volume keysWARNING

iv Safety warning notice

Using video devicesYour computer may have one or more of the following external video ports:●VGA●HDMIVGAThe external monitor port, or VGA port, is an

Connecting an HDMI device (select models only)The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port connects the computer to an optional video oraudio

Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only)To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to theHD

6 Power managementThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Shutting down the computer●Setting power options●Using battery power●Using exte

Setting power optionsUsing power-saving statesThe computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Suspend and Hibernation.When Suspend is

Initiating and exiting HibernationThe system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running onbattery power o

Using battery powerWhen a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power, thecomputer runs on battery power. W

Inserting or removing the batteryCAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source may cause loss of information. Toprevent loss of informatio

Charging a batteryWARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into

Maximizing battery lifeTo maximize battery life:1. Select Computer > Control Center > Power Management.2. Under the On Battery Power tab:●Adjust

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Resolving a low battery levelResolving a low battery level when external power is available▲Connect one of the following devices:●AC adapter●Optional

NOTE: A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the capacity is less than 50 percent,recharge the battery before returning it to storage.C

Testing an AC adapterTest the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected toAC power:●The computer does not

7DrivesThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Handling drives●Replacing or upgrading the hard driveHandling drivesDrives are fragile com

●If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protectivepackaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”●Avoid expos

7. Disconnect the hard drive connector from the system board (1), and then remove the fourscrews from the hard drive (2).8. Lift the hard drive (3) ou

Installing a hard drive1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).2. Replace the four hard drive screws (2), and then connect the hard drive

4. Replace the access cover screw (4).5. Replace the battery.6. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer.7. Turn on the computer.8. After

8 External cards and devicesThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only)●Using a USB devic

Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the followingprocedure to safely remove the digital

Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter ... 18Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only) .

Using a USB deviceUniversal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional externaldevice, such as a USB keyboard, m

Connecting a USB deviceCAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.▲To connect a USB device to the comput

Using optional external devicesNOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port touse, refer to the man

9 Memory modulesThe computer memory module compartment is located on the bottom of the computer.WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and dama

6. Slide the access cover back (3), and then lift it away from the computer (4).NOTE: The access cover screw may be placed in the secure slot (5) for

b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memorymodule slot.To protect a memory module after removal, place it

c. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and rightedges of the memory module, until the retention clips snap int

10. Replace the access cover screw (4).11. Replace the battery.12. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer.13. Turn on the computer.57

10 SecurityThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Protecting the computer●Using passwords●Using firewall software●Installing an optional

Using passwordsA password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Severaltypes of passwords can be set, dependin

Changing the current power management settings ... 35Using battery power ...

Managing an administrator passwordTo set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the c

Entering a power-on passwordAt the Enter Password prompt, type your password, and then press enter. After 3 unsuccessfulattempts to enter the password

Installing an optional security cableNOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer frombeing mishandle

11 Backup and Recovery The following sections are included in this chapter:●Performing a system recovery●Backing up your informationRecovery after a s

Backing up your informationYou should back up your computer files on a regular schedule to maintain a current backup. You canmanually back up your inf

12 Computer SetupComputer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the inputand output devices on the system (su

To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods:●To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in th

Determining the BIOS versionTo determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currentlyinstalled on the computer, you

A Troubleshooting and supportThe following sections are included in this appendix:●Troubleshooting●Contacting customer support●LabelsTroubleshootingTh

repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external displays,and simultaneous display on all devices.Software is functio

10 Security ...

The wireless network connection is not workingIf a wireless network connection is not working as expected, follow these suggestions:● To enable or dis

The computer does not detect the optical driveIf your operating system does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may bemissing o

The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops beforecompletion● Be sure that all other programs are closed.● Turn off Suspend mode and Hib

LabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the comp

B Cleaning your computer● Cleaning productsCleaning productsUse the following products to safely clean and disinfect your notebook or tablet PC:●Dimet

C SpecificationsThe following sections are included in this appendix:●Input power●Operating environmentInput powerThe power information in this sectio

Operating environmentFactor Metric U.S.TemperatureOperating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F

D Electrostatic dischargeElectrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—forexample, the shock you rec

IndexAAC adapter light 8access coverremoving 44, 54access cover release latches 11action keysvolume 29administrator passwordcreating 60entering 60mana

HDMI 31HDMI port, identifying 9Hibernationexiting 35initiated during critical batterylevel 39initiating 35high-definition devices,connecting 31hotkeys

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RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying9RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying8Sscreen brightness keys 21screen image, switching 21scrolling TouchPad gesture 26sec