HP Compaq 8710p Getting Started Manual
Hp compaq 8710p: quick start
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- Page 1 Getting Started HP Notebook PC Document Part Number: 443956-001 June 2007 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, and begin using the computer in Windows ® Enhanced for Accessibility...
- Page 2 Hewlett-Packard Company under license. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1 First-time setup Identifying required hardware ....1–1 Setting up the computer....1–2 Step 1: Insert the battery . - Page 4 Contents Connecting to a computer network ... . 3–4 Installing additional hardware and software ..3–5 Identifying and installing hardware ..3–5 Locating and installing software .
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Page 5: Specifications
B Specifications Operating environment ....B–1 Rated input power ..... . . B–2 Index Getting Started Contents... -
Page 7: First-Time Setup
Identifying required hardware To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the computer, the AC adapter, the power cord, and the primary battery. Components included with the computer may vary by region and ✎ by model. Component Power cord AC adapter... -
Page 8: Setting Up The Computer
First-time setup Setting up the computer Computer setup involves the following tasks: 1. Inserting the battery into the computer 2. Connecting the computer to external power ✎ The battery begins to charge. 3. Turning on the computer 4. Setting up the software 5. -
Page 9: Step 1: Insert The Battery
First-time setup Step 1: Insert the battery To insert a primary battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Slide the battery 1 into the battery bay until it is seated. The battery release latches 2 automatically lock the battery into place. -
Page 10: Step 2: Connect The Computer To External Power
First-time setup Step 2: Connect the computer to external power Power cords and AC outlets vary in appearance by region and ✎ country. To connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer. -
Page 11: Step 3: Turn On The Computer
Step 3: Turn on the computer To open the computer: 1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display. 2. Raise the display 2. To turn on the computer: » Press the power button 1. The power light on the power button 2 turns on. -
Page 12: Step 4: Set Up The Software
Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended) You can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. You can use the recovery discs to start up (boot) the computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case of system failure or instability. -
Page 13: Quick Tour
Quick tour Identifying required hardware Components included with the computer may vary by region and ✎ model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features included on most computer models. Getting Started 2–1... -
Page 14: Top Components
Quick tour Top components Lights Component Wireless lights (2)* Power lights (2)† Battery light Drive light Ambient light sensor *The 2 wireless lights display the same information. The light on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open. The wireless light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed. - Page 15 Buttons, switches and fingerprint reader Component Power button Info button Wireless button Presentation button Getting Started Component Volume mute button Volume scroll zone Calculator button HP Fingerprint Sensor (fingerprint reader) Quick tour 2–3...
- Page 16 Quick tour Keys Component esc key fn key Windows logo key 2–4 Component Windows applications key Integrated numeric keypad Function keys Getting Started...
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Page 17: Front Components
Front components Component Wireless light Power light Battery light Drive light Left-side components Component Security cable slot Vent Power connector HDMI port External monitor port Getting Started Component Speakers (2) Display release latch Media Card Reader Component USB ports (2) 1394 port Smart card reader PC Card slot... -
Page 18: Right-Side Components
Quick tour Right-side components Component Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack USB ports (4) Optical drive Rear components The vent (highlighted) enables airflow to cool internal components. 2–6 Component Optical drive button RJ- 1 1 (modem) jack RJ-45 (network) jack Getting Started... -
Page 19: Bottom Components
Bottom components Component Battery bay Battery release latches (2) Docking connector Accessory battery connector (slide open to expose) Getting Started Component Hard drive bay Vents (3) Expansion memory module and WLAN module compartment Quick tour 2–7... -
Page 20: Wireless Antennae
Quick tour Wireless antennae The 3 WLAN antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae 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. -
Page 21: Next Steps
Protecting the computer The information in this section explains how your computer can be protected from damage caused by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, unsafe operation, or system failure. Protecting the computer from viruses When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses that can disable the operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them to function abnormally. -
Page 22: Protecting Your System Files
Next steps Protecting your system files HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality. Refer to Appendix A, for additional information. Protecting your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you or the computer. -
Page 23: Using The Computer Safely
WARNING: Å or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in Help and Support. -
Page 24: Connecting To A Computer Network
Next steps Connecting to a computer network The computer may include the following networking capabilities: Local area network (LAN) ■ Wireless local area network (WLAN) ■ Bluetooth® ■ If you plan to connect the computer to a home office LAN or WLAN, refer to Help and Support for information on networking. -
Page 25: Installing Additional Hardware And Software
Installing additional hardware and software Identifying and installing hardware To see a list of hardware installed on the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, click View system information. -
Page 26: Updating The Software Installed On The Computer
Next steps Preloaded software. This is software provided on the ■ hard drive but not ready to use. To locate or install preloaded software or drivers, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions and select the check box next to the software program or driver you want to install. -
Page 27: Turning Off The Computer Correctly
Turning off the computer correctly Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Save your work and close all open applications. 2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. ✎... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in the order provided until the problem is resolved: Refer to ■ chapter. Access additional information about the computer and ■ Web site links through Help and Support. Select Start > Help and Support. - Page 30 Troubleshooting The following suggestions may help you determine why the computer will not start up: If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, be sure that ■ the AC outlet is providing adequate power by plugging another electrical device into the outlet. If the power light on the front of the computer is blinking ■...
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Page 31: The Computer Screen Is Blank
The computer screen is blank If the computer is on but the screen is blank: the computer may be in Standby or in Hibernation, or the computer may not be set to display the image on the computer screen. Try the following suggestions to resolve the issue: To exit Standby or Hibernation, briefly press the power ■... -
Page 32: Software Is Functioning Abnormally
Troubleshooting Software is functioning abnormally Follow these suggestions if the software becomes unresponsive or responds abnormally: Restart the computer: ■ In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off ❏ Computer > Restart. In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off ❏... -
Page 33: The Computer Is Unusually Warm
If you are unable to shut down the computer with these procedures, try the following emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided: Ä CAUTION: Using one of the following emergency shutdown procedures will result in the loss of unsaved information. Press ctrl+alt+delete ■... -
Page 34: An External Device Is Not Working
Troubleshooting An external device is not working Follow these suggestions if an external device does not function as expected: Turn on the device as instructed in the device user guide. ■ Some devices may not be powered by the computer, and must be turned on before the computer is turned on. -
Page 35: Help And Support
If applicable, be sure that the wireless router (access ■ point) is turned on and properly connected to the DSL or cable modem. Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the ■ power off and then back on. For more information on wireless technology, refer to the ✎... -
Page 36: Contacting Technical Support
To display the operating system version number and registration number, select Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer. (On some models, the registration number may be identified in the Operating System table as the Product Id). 4–8... -
Page 37: A Backup And Recovery
You will need high-quality CD-R, DVD-R, or DVD+R discs ■ (purchased separately). ✎ Read-write discs, such as CD-RW and DVD±RW discs, are not compatible with HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The computer must be connected to AC power during ■ the process. -
Page 38: Backing Up Your Information
Backup and recovery To create a set of recovery discs, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Create factory software recovery CDs or DVDs to recover the system (Highly recommended), and then click Next. -
Page 39: Backup Suggestions
✎ computer must be connected to external power. Drivers, utilities, and applications installed by HP can be copied ✎ to a CD or to a DVD using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. Getting Started Backup and recovery alt+fn+prt sc fn+prt sc... -
Page 40: Backing Up Specific Files Or Folders
✎ and the speed of the computer. To back up specific files or folders: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Back up to protect system settings and important data files, and then click Next. -
Page 41: Creating Recovery Points
To back up your entire hard drive: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Back up to protect system settings and important data files, and then click Next. -
Page 42: Scheduling Backups
Backup and recovery To create a system recovery point: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Back up to protect system settings and important data files, and then click Next. -
Page 43: Performing A Recovery
Performing a recovery You can only recover files that you have previously backed up. HP ✎ recommends that you use HP Backup and Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as you set up your computer. HP Backup and Recovery Manager helps you with the... -
Page 44: Initiating A Recovery In Windows
Initiating a recovery in Windows To initiate a recovery in Windows, follow these steps: 1. Back up all personal files. 2. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. 3. Click Next. -
Page 45: Operating Environment
Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Factor Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc) Operating (writing to optical disc) Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) -
Page 46: Rated 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 is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications. - Page 47 1394 port, identifying 2–5 AC adapter identifying 1–1 using 1–4 altitude specifications B–1 ambient light sensor 2–2 antivirus software 4–4 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 2–6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 2–6 battery charging 1–4 indentifying 1–1 inserting 1–3 battery bay, identifying 2–7 battery light behavior 1–4 identifying 2–5...
- Page 48 docking connector, identifying 2–7 drive light, identifying 2–2 environmental specifications B–1 key, identifying 2–4 expansion memory module compartment, identifying 2–7 external devices, troubleshooting 4–6 external monitor port, identifying 2–5 fingerprint reader, identifying 2–3 Fingerprint Sensor, identifying 2–3 firewalls 3–2 key, identifying 2–4 function keys, identifying 2–4 hard drive bay, identifying 2–7 Help and Support 4–7...
- Page 49 network jack 2–6 network, connecting computer to 3–4 num lock light, identifying 2–2 operating environment specifications B–1 operating system, version number 4–8 optical drive button, identifying 2–6 optical drive, identifying 2–6 overheating, computer 4–5 PC Card eject button, identifying 2–5 PC Card slot, identifying 2–5 ports 1394 2–5...
- Page 50 technical support 4–8 temperature specifications B–1 troubleshooting 4–5 TouchPad scroll zone, identifying 2–2 traveling with computer B–2 troubleshooting display problems 4–3 external device problems 4–6 Hibernation or Standby problems 4–3 overheating problems 4–5 resources 4–1 software problems 4–4 virus problems 4–4 wireless network problems 4–6 turning off computer 3–7...