HP Pavilion dv3000 - Entertainment Notebook PC User Manual

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  • Page 1 Notebook Tour User Guide...
  • Page 2 Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
  • 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...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Product notice ............................3 Top components ........................... 3 TouchPad ..........................3 Lights ........................... 4 Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) ............5 Keys ............................. 7 Front components ..........................8 Right-side components ......................... 9 Left-side components .........................
  • Page 7: Identifying Hardware

    Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows®...
  • Page 8: Components

    Components Chapter 2 Components...
  • Page 9: Product Notice

    Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. Top components TouchPad Component Description TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
  • Page 10: Lights

    Lights Component Description Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. ● Power lights (2)* On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. QuickPlay light Blinks once: QuickPlay has been launched.
  • Page 11: Buttons And Fingerprint Reader (Select Models Only)

    Component Description ● Battery light On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged.
  • Page 12 Component Description To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. Media button ● Launches the QuickPlay program for models with QuickPlay preinstalled. ● Launches the DVDPlay program for models with DVDPlay preinstalled.
  • Page 13: Keys

    Keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the key. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
  • Page 14: Front Components

    Front components Component Description Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Consumer Infrared lens Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control (select models only).
  • Page 15: Right-Side Components

    Right-side components Component Description Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. USB port Connects an optional USB device. RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.
  • Page 16: Left-Side Components

    Left-side components Component Description External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
  • Page 17: Bottom Components

    Bottom components Component Description Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. Battery bay Holds the battery. Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slots. Vents (5) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
  • Page 18 Component Description NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support.
  • Page 19: Display Components

    Display components Component Description Internal microphones (2) Record sound. NOTE: If there is a microphone icon next to each microphone opening, your computer has internal microphones. Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. Webcam ● Records and plays back webcam video. ●...
  • Page 20: Wireless Antennae

    Wireless antennae On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
  • Page 21: Additional Hardware Components

    Additional hardware components Component Description Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Additional hardware components...
  • Page 22: Labels

    Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
  • Page 23: Index

    Index bottom 11 AC adapter, identifying 15 display 13 jacks antennae 14 front 8 audio-in (microphone) 8 applications key, Windows 7 left-side 10 audio-out (headphone) 8 audio-in (microphone) jack, right-side 9 RJ-11 (modem) 9 identifying 8 top 3 RJ-45 (network) 9 audio-out (headphone) jacks, connector, power 9 identifying 8...
  • Page 24 QuickPlay light 4 Product Key 16 volume scroll zone, identifying 6 TouchPad 3 product name and number, volume up light, identifying 4 volume down 4 computer 16 volume mute 4 webcam, identifying 13 volume up 4 QuickPlay light, identifying 4 Windows applications key, webcam 13 identifying 7...

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