Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of installed hardware on the computer: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left task pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager.
Components Top components Lights Component Description Power lights* (2) On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. Blinking rapidly: An HP Smart AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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Components Component Description † Wireless lights On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on. Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. Num lock light On: Num lock is on. Volume mute light On: Computer sound is turned off.
Components TouchPad Component Description TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking. Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Components Buttons and switches Component Description Power button* When the computer is off, press the power button to turn on the computer. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
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Components Component Description Wireless button* Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. ✎ A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless connection. Volume mute button Mutes and restores computer sound. Volume down button Decreases speaker volume.
Components Keys Component Description esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Components Front components Component Description Display release latch Opens the computer. Rear components Component Description Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. External monitor port Connects an external monitor. 1–8 Notebook Tour...
Components Right-side components Component Description Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or a monaural microphone.
Components Left-side components Component Description Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Ä The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
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Components Component Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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 thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Components Bottom components Component Description Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery. Primary battery release Release the primary battery from the latches (2) battery bay. Business card holder Holds a standard size business card. Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. Docking connector Connects to an optional docking device.
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Components Component Description Expansion memory module Contains the expansion memory compartment module slot. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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...
Components Wireless antennae Two wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to your country’s section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in Help and Support.
Components Additional hardware components Component Description Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. HP Smart AC Adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Primary battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. Modem cable* Connects an internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a...
Components Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ✎ The appearance and position of labels varies by model. ■ Service tag—Provides the product brand and series name, product number (p/n), and serial number (s/n) of your computer.
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Components ■ Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. You may need this information when traveling internationally. The modem approval label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or transport or operate the computer in extreme environments. Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°F Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C...
Specifications Rated input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with your computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone 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 HP computer.
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Index 1394 port 1–11 volume 1–6 wireless 1–6 AC adapter, identifying 1–15 accessory battery connector cables, RJ-11 (modem) 1–15 1–13 caps lock light 1–3 altitude specifications 2–1 Certificate of Authenticity antennae 1–14 label 1–16 applications key, Windows components 1–7 bottom 1–12 audio-in (microphone) jack front 1–8 1–9...
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Index environmental specifications labels 2–1 Microsoft Certificate of external monitor port 1–8 Authenticity 1–16 modem approval 1–17 regulatory 1–16 key 1–7 service tag 1–16 function keys 1–7 wireless certification 1–17 WLAN 1–17 hard drive bay, identifying latches 1–12 battery release 1–12 headphone (audio-out) jack display release 1–8 1–9...
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Index operating environment security cable slot 1–10 specifications 2–1 serial number, computer 1–16 operating system service tag 1–16 Microsoft Certificate of slots Authenticity label 1–16 memory 1–13 Product Key 1–16 security cable 1–10 optical drive, identifying 1–9 specifications operating environment 2–1 rated input power 2–2 ports switches...