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  • Page 1 Getting Started HP Notebook...
  • Page 2 Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its common to most models. Some features otherwise using any software product proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard may not be available on your computer. preinstalled on this computer, you agree to Company under license. Microsoft, be bound by the terms of the HP End User Windows and Windows Vista are U.S.
  • 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 Welcome ................................1 Finding information ..........................2 2 Getting to know your computer ........................4 Top ............................... 4 TouchPad ..........................4 Lights ........................... 5 Buttons ..........................7 Keys ............................. 8 Front ..............................9 Right ..............................10 Left ..............................
  • Page 6 Setting auto panel rotation preferences ................24 Using pointing devices ........................24 Setting pointing device preferences ................... 24 Using the pointing stick ...................... 24 Using the TouchPad ......................24 Turning the TouchPad off and on ..............25 Navigating ......................25 Selecting ......................
  • Page 7 Windows Vista ............................ 51 Backing up your information ....................51 Performing a recovery ....................... 52 Using the Windows recovery tools ..............52 Using f11 recovery tools ..................53 Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) ... 53 8 Customer support ............................55 Contacting customer support ......................
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  • Page 9: Welcome

    Welcome ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page ●...

  • Page 10: Finding Information

    Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about ● Quick Setup poster How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components ● Getting Started Computer features ● To access this guide: How to connect to a wireless network ●...
  • Page 11 North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA ● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy ● Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507 Please include your product number, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name, and postal address.

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Computer

    Getting to know your computer ● ● Front ● Right ● Left ● Display ● Rear ● Bottom TouchPad Component Description Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer...

  • Page 13: Lights

    Component Description TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
  • Page 14 Component Description ● Drive light White: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● Battery light White: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Amber: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level.

  • Page 15: Buttons

    Buttons Component Description Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound. Volume down button Decreases computer volume. Volume up button Increases computer volume.

  • Page 16: 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, the num lk 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 17: Front

    Front Component Description Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. External WWAN antenna button Opens the external wireless wide area network (WWAN) antenna. External WWAN antenna Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). ● Power switch When the computer is off, slide the switch to the right to turn on the computer.

  • Page 18: Right

    Right Component Description Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. ● QuickWeb button When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to open the default Web browser.

  • Page 19: Left

    Left Component Description Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Card Pen holder Stores the digitizer pen. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.

  • Page 20: Display

    Display Component Description WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.

  • Page 21: Rear

    Rear Component Description Jog dial In slate mode, functions like the enter key and the up and down arrows on a standard keyboard. ● Press inward to enter a command. ● Rotate up to scroll up. ● Rotate down to scroll down. esc button In slate mode, allows you to exit or escape out of an application.

  • Page 22: Bottom

    Bottom Component Description Battery bay Holds the battery. SIM slot Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. Vents (3) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.

  • Page 23: Hp Quickweb

    HP QuickWeb ● Starting HP QuickWeb The HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favorite activities. Your computer is ready to go within seconds of starting QuickWeb, allowing you to rapidly access the Internet, widgets, and communication programs. Simply press the QuickWeb button on your computer, and then start browsing the Internet, communicating with Skype, and exploring other HP QuickWeb programs.

  • Page 24: Networking

    Networking ● Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ● Connecting to a wireless network NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location. Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access: ●...

  • Page 25: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ●...

  • Page 26: Configuring A Wireless Router

    Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network: ●...

  • Page 27: Keyboard And Pointing Devices

    Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Rotating the display ● Using pointing devices ● Using touch screen gestures Using the keyboard Identifying the hotkeys A hotkey is a combination of the key (1) and either the key (2) or one of the function keys (3). To use a hotkey: ▲...

  • Page 28: Using Keypads

    Hotkey combination Description fn+f3 Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system. The display and other system components turn off and power is conserved. To exit Sleep, briefly slide the power button. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sleep. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored is saved to the hard drive.

  • Page 29: Using The Embedded Numeric Keypad

    Using the embedded numeric keypad Component Description Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed in combination with the num lk key. NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad is turned off while an external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the computer.

  • Page 30: Turning The Embedded Numeric Keypad On And Off

    Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Press fn+num lk to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. Press fn+num lk again to turn off the keypad. NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad is turned off while an external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the computer.
  • Page 31 Rotate the display 180 degrees clockwise. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to your computer, do not force the display past 180 degrees. Lower the display over the keyboard. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to your computer, do not transport the computer while it is in slate mode.

  • Page 32: Setting Auto Panel Rotation Preferences

    Setting auto panel rotation preferences Use Tablet Screen Rotation in Windows to customize settings for the auto panel rotation feature. This will allow the computer screen to rotate between landscape and portrait orientation either automatically or manually when operating in slate mode. To turn on auto panel rotation: Select Start >...

  • Page 33: Turning The Touchpad Off And On

    Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, press the fn+f5 hotkey. 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. Using pointing devices...

  • Page 34: 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 35: 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 36: Holding The Pen

    Holding the pen Hold the pen as if you were writing with a standard pen or pencil. Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices...

  • Page 37: Storing The Pen

    Storing the pen To store the pen when you are not using it, insert the pen, tip first, into the pen holder on the computer. Using touch screen gestures You can use your fingers or the digitizer pen on the touch screen. To modify gestures on the touch screen: ▲...

  • Page 38: Flicking

    Flicking Touch the screen in a light, quick flicking motion up, down, left, or right to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents. NOTE: For the flick movement to work, a scrollbar must be present in the active window. Dragging Press your finger on an item on the screen, and then move your finger to drag the item to a new location.

  • Page 39: 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 screen, and then drag them across the screen in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed.

  • Page 40: Pinching/Zooming

    Pinching/Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out an item. ● Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the screen, and then pull the fingers apart. ● Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the screen, and then pull the fingers together. Setting touch screen preferences ▲...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To insert the battery: ▲...

  • Page 42: Replacing Or Upgrading The Hard Drive

    Remove the battery from the computer (2). 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.

  • Page 43: Installing A Hard Drive

    Remove the hard drive cover (2). Loosen the 2 hard drive screws (1). Pull the hard drive tab to the left (2) to disconnect the hard drive. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. Installing a hard drive Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
  • Page 44 Tighten the 2 hard drive screws (3). Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2). Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). Replace the battery. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. Turn on the computer.

  • Page 45: Adding Or Replacing Memory Modules

    Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module compartments. 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. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module.
  • Page 46 Remove the 2 rubber covers (1) and 5 keyboard screws (2) on the bottom of the computer. Using a thin, flat tool, release the tabs around the keyboard (1) and lift the keyboard up at an angle to expose the keyboard and pointing stick ZIF connectors (2). Lift the pointing stick ZIF connector up (1) and remove the cable from the ZIF connector (2).
  • Page 47 Remove the keyboard from the computer (5). If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module. The memory module tilts up. Adding or replacing memory modules...
  • Page 48 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 49 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: To prevent damage to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the memory module.
  • Page 50 Align the tabs on the keyboard with the notches on the computer (1) and replace the keyboard (2). Replace the 5 keyboard screws (1) and 2 rubber covers (2) on the bottom of the computer. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2).

  • Page 51: To Add Or Replace The Secondary Memory Module

    Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). Replace the battery. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. Turn on the computer. To add or replace the secondary memory module: CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules.
  • Page 52 Remove the hard drive cover (2). If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module. The memory module tilts up. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out of the memory module slot.
  • Page 53 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. Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment, press the module (2) into the memory module slot until it is seated.
  • Page 54 Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. Turn on the computer. Chapter 6 Maintenance...

  • Page 55: Updating Programs And Drivers

    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 to download the latest versions. You can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. Updating programs and drivers...

  • Page 56: Backup And Recovery

    Backup and recovery Windows 7 ● Backing up your information ● Performing a system recovery To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive (select models only), create system repair discs (select models only) by using the installed optical drive (select models only) or an optional external optical drive, or create system restore points.

  • Page 57: Performing A System Recovery

    Note the following when backing up: ● Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly. ● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings.

  • Page 58: Using F11 Recovery Tools

    CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery.

  • Page 59: Windows Vista

    CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.

  • Page 60: Performing A Recovery

    You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Note the following when backing up: ● Store personal files in the Documents folder, and back it up regularly. ● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs. ●...

  • Page 61: Using F11 Recovery Tools

    CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery.
  • Page 62 technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed.

  • Page 63: Customer Support

    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...

  • Page 64: 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 65: Specifications

    Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz.

  • Page 66: Index

    Index Symbols/Numerics display 12 1394 port, identifying 11 front 9 hard drive left side 11 installing 35 rear 13 removing 34 Accessory battery connector right side 10 hard drive bay, identifying 14 identifying 14 top 4 hard drive recovery 50, 53 Accessory battery connector door connector, power 13 headphone (audio-out) jack 10...
  • Page 67 keypads, identifying 21 num lock light 5 restoring the hard drive 50, 53 keys num lock, external keypad 22 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying esc 8 fn 8, 21 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying operating environment 57 function 8 operating system Windows applications 8 Rotate button Microsoft Certificate of Windows logo 8...
  • Page 68 scrolling 27 WWAN antennas, identifying 12 zooming 27 TouchPad light, identifying 5 zooming screen gesture 32 TouchPad, identifying 5 zooming TouchPad gesture 27 traveling with the computer 56 USB charging port, identifying USB ports, identifying 10 vents, identifying 11, 14 volume down button, identifying volume down light 5 volume mute button, identifying 7...

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