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- Page 1 Getting Started HP Notebook...
- Page 2 By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole...
- Page 3 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.
- Page 4 Safety warning notice...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Welcome ... 1 Finding information ... 2 2 Getting to know your computer ... 4 Top ... 4 TouchPad ... 4 Lights ... 5 Buttons ... 6 Keys ... 7 Right side ... 8 Left side ... 9 Display ... - Page 6 5 Maintenance ... 21 Inserting or removing the battery ... 21 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ... 23 Removing the hard drive ... 23 Installing a hard drive ... 24 Adding or replacing memory modules ... 25 Updating programs and drivers ... 29 Cleaning your computer ...
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Page 7: Welcome
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 Guide. ● Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to your computer on page 4 information. -
Page 8: Finding Information
Getting Started To access this guide: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. – or – Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. HP Notebook Reference Guide To access this guide: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - Page 9 Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You may find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the electronic guides on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. Some countries/regions may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box.
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Page 10: Getting To Know Your Computer
Getting to know your computer ● ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom TouchPad Component TouchPad light TouchPad on/off button TouchPad zone Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. -
Page 11: Lights
Component Left TouchPad button Right TouchPad button Lights Component TouchPad light Caps lock light Power light Wireless light Description Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ●... -
Page 12: Buttons
5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. -
Page 13: Keys
Keys Component Windows logo key Windows applications key Action keys Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Displays the Windows Start menu. Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Execute frequently used system functions. -
Page 14: Right Side
Right side Component Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Optical drive Optical drive light USB ports (2) Power connector AC adapter light Security cable slot Description Reads and writes to an optical disc. ● On: The optical drive is in use. ●... -
Page 15: Left Side
Left side Component External monitor port Vents (2) RJ-45 (network) jack HDMI port (select models only) USB port Audio-in (microphone) jack Audio-out (headphone) jack Digital Media Slot Drive light (10) Power light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Enable airflow to cool internal components. -
Page 16: Display
On: The webcam is in use. Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam. Records sound. Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. -
Page 17: Bottom
Bottom Component Battery bay Battery release latch Vents (5) Hard drive bay Memory module compartment Description Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. -
Page 18: Networking
WLAN on page 14 ● Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network. For information on connecting to a wired network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Chapter 3 Networking Setting up a new WLAN network on page... -
Page 19: Using An Internet Service Provider (Isp)
HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth device For more information on wireless technology and connecting to a wireless network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider (ISP) -
Page 20: Connecting To An Existing Wlan
Connecting to an existing WLAN Turn on the computer. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Select a network to connect to. Click Connect. If required, enter the security key. -
Page 21: Configuring A Wireless Router
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always turn on security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. For information on protecting your WLAN, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Connecting to a wireless network... -
Page 22: Keyboard And Pointing Devices
Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are used for performing customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. The icons on the To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. -
Page 23: Using Pointing Devices
Icon Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows®... -
Page 24: Turning The Touchpad Off And On
Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button. NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on. Navigating To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go. Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices... -
Page 25: Selecting
Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on the TouchPad at the same time. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs. -
Page 26: Scrolling
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad, and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed. -
Page 27: Maintenance
Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To insert the battery: Insert the battery (1) into the battery bay, and then pivot the battery (2) downward until it is ▲... - Page 28 CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery.
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Page 29: Replacing Or Upgrading The Hard Drive
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. -
Page 30: Installing A Hard Drive
Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. Installing a hard drive Insert the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay. Replace the 4 hard drive screws (2). Connect the hard drive cable (3) to the computer. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover (1) with the notches on the computer. -
Page 31: Adding Or Replacing Memory Modules
Tighten the hard drive cover screw (3). Replace the battery. Reconnect external power and external devices. Turn on the computer. Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module slots. The capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot. - Page 32 CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button.
- Page 33 Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out of the memory module slot. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
- Page 34 Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and right edges of the memory module, until the retention clips snap into place. CAUTION: memory module. Align the tabs on the memory module compartment cover (1) with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2).
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Page 35: Updating Programs And Drivers
Reconnect external power and external devices. Turn on the computer. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support receive automatic update notifications when they become available. -
Page 36: Backup And Recovery
Performing a system restore ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides information on the following topics: ●... -
Page 37: Restore
Creating restore media HP recommends that you create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive to be sure that you can restore your computer to its original factory state if the hard drive fails, or if for any reason you cannot restore using the recovery partition tools. -
Page 38: Performing A System Restore
You can restore only the system that you have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive as soon as you set up the computer. -
Page 39: Restoring Using The Restore Media
Restoring using the restore media If possible, back up all personal files. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer or an optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer. – or – Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer, and then restart the computer. NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in the Recovery Manager, the computer boot order needs to be changed. -
Page 40: Using Windows Backup And Restore
You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Back up your system at the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times TIP: Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired or restored ●... -
Page 41: Using Windows System Restore Points
Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes. NOTE: Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. -
Page 42: Customer Support
Contacting customer support ● Labels Contacting customer support If the information provided in this user guide, in the HP Notebook Reference Guide, or in Help and Support does not address your questions, you can contact HP Customer Support at: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP NOTE: For worldwide support, click Contact HP worldwide on the left side of the page, or go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. -
Page 43: Labels
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 Product name Serial number (s/n) Part number/Product number (p/n) Warranty period Model description Have this information available when you contact technical support. -
Page 44: Specifications
Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment Chapter 8 Specifications... -
Page 45: Input Power
DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications. -
Page 46: Operating Environment
Operating environment Factor Temperature Operating (writing to optical disc) Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Chapter 8 Specifications Metric 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m U.S. -
Page 47: Index
Index AC adapter light, identifying 8 action keys adjusting volume 17 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 17 decrease screen brightness 16 Help and Support 16 identifying 7 increase screen brightness 16 muting speaker sound 17 switching screen image 16 wireless 17 adapter, AC 8 audio-in (microphone) jack,... - Page 48 memory module compartment cover removing 26 replacing 28 memory module compartment, identifying 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 37 mouse, external setting preferences 17 mute key, identifying 17 network jack, identifying 9 operating environment 40 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 37 Product Key 37 optical drive, identifying 8...