HP Dv3-2150us - Pavilion Entertainment - Core 2 Duo 2.1 GHz User Manual

HP Dv3-2150us - Pavilion Entertainment - Core 2 Duo 2.1 GHz User Manual

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  • Page 1 Pointing Devices and Keyboard User Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of common to most models. Some features Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences ..................... 1 Using the TouchPad ..........................2 Connecting an external mouse ......................2 2 Using the keyboard Using hotkeys ............................3 Displaying system information (fn+esc) ................4 Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) ..................4 Opening the Print Options window (fn+f2) ................
  • Page 5: Using Pointing Devices

    Using pointing devices Component Description TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
  • Page 6: Using The Touchpad

    Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want the pointer to go. Use the TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. To scroll up and down using the TouchPad vertical scroll zone, slide your finger up or down over the lines. NOTE: If you are using the TouchPad to move the pointer, you must lift your finger off the TouchPad before moving it to the scroll zone.
  • Page 7: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard Using hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the key (1) and either the key (2), one of the function keys (3), or the spacebar (4). The icons on the through keys and the spacebar represent the hotkey functions. Hotkey functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections.
  • Page 8: Displaying System Information (Fn+Esc)

    Function Hotkey Switch the screen image. fn+f4 Initiate Hibernation. fn+f5 Initiate QuickLock. fn+f6 Decrease screen brightness. fn+f7 Increase screen brightness. fn+f8 Play, pause, or resume an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. fn+f9 Stop an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. fn+f10 Play the previous track or section on an audio CD, a DVD, fn+f11...
  • Page 9: Opening The Print Options Window (Fn+F2)

    ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures ● Links to support specialists Opening the Print Options window (fn+f2) Press fn+f2 to open the Print Options window of the active Windows application. Opening a Web browser (fn+f3) Press fn+f3 to open your Web browser.
  • Page 10: Initiating Quicklock (Fn+F6)

    The function of the fn+f5 hotkey can be changed. For example, you can set the fn+f5 hotkey to initiate Sleep instead of Hibernation. Initiating QuickLock (fn+f6) Press fn+f6 to initiate the QuickLock security feature. QuickLock protects your information by displaying the operating system Log On window. While the Log On window is displayed, the computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered.
  • Page 11: Using Keypads

    Using keypads The computer has an embedded numeric keypad and also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Component Description Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the key.
  • Page 12: Using The Embedded Numeric Keypad

    Using the embedded numeric keypad The 15 keys of the embedded numeric keypad can be used like the keys on an external keypad. When the embedded numeric keypad is turned on, each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
  • Page 13: Cleaning The Touchpad And Keyboard

    Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can cause the pointer to jump around on the screen. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth, and wash your hands frequently when using the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard.
  • Page 14: Index

    Index buttons keyboard 3 TouchPad TouchPad 1 keyboard hotkeys, identifying 3 identifying 1 TouchPad on/off 1 keypad, embedded using 2 enabling and disabling 8 TouchPad buttons, identifying 1 identifying 7 TouchPad light, identifying 1 composite video 5 switching key functions 8 TouchPad on/off button, using 8 identifying 1...

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