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406846-001.book Page i Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM
Getting Started
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 406846-001
May 2006
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
and begin using the computer in Microsoft
Windows
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  • Page 1 406846-001.book Page i Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Getting Started HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 406846-001 May 2006 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, and begin using the computer in Microsoft Windows ®...
  • 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. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    406846-001.book Page iii Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Contents 1 First-time setup Identify required hardware......1–1 Set up the computer .
  • Page 4 406846-001.book Page iv Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Contents 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources ......3–1 Quick troubleshooting ......3–2 The computer is unable to start up.
  • Page 5 406846-001.book Page v Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Contents C Backup and recovery Safeguard your data ......C–1 Back up the system.
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  • Page 7: First-Time Setup

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM First-time setup Identify required hardware To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the computer, AC adapter, power cord, and the primary battery. Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model.
  • Page 8 First-time setup Component Power cord Country-specific modem adapter (select models only) HP Smart AC Adapter Modem cable (optional for setup) Primary battery Use only the included AC adapter or one approved for this computer. Unless you use dial-up networking, the modem cable is optional for setup.

  • Page 9: Set Up The Computer

    406846-001.book Page 3 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM First-time setup Set up the computer To set up the computer, you will 1. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. Connect the computer to external power. The battery begins to charge. 3.

  • Page 10: Step 1: Insert The Battery

    406846-001.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM 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 latch 2 automatically locks the battery into place.

  • Page 11: Step 2: Connect The Computer To External Power

    406846-001.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM 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 12 406846-001.book Page 6 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM First-time setup When the computer receives AC power, the battery begins to charge and the battery light (on the front of the computer) is turned on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light is turned off.

  • Page 13: Step 3: Turn On The Computer

    406846-001.book Page 7 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM First-time setup 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. Getting Started 1–7...
  • Page 14 406846-001.book Page 8 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM First-time setup 3. Press the power button 1. The power light next to the power button 2 and the power light on the front of the computer 3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin software setup.

  • Page 15: Step 4: Set Up The Software

    406846-001.book Page 9 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM First-time setup Step 4: Set up the software After the computer is turned on, it will go through a brief software setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the software. Note the following: After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption.

  • Page 16: Step 5: Create Recovery Discs (Recommended)

    (recommended) After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and restore the operating system and software applications to factory settings in case of system failure or instability.

  • Page 17: Next Steps

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Next steps Install additional hardware and software Identify and install hardware To see a list of hardware installed on the computer: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information.

  • Page 18: Locate And Install Software

    406846-001.book Page 2 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Next steps Locate and install software The computer includes software that may be Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer: 1. Click Start > All Programs. 2.

  • Page 19: Protect The Computer

    Search field in the Help and Support Center. Protect your system files The HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality. Refer to Appendix C, “Backup and recovery,” for additional information.

  • Page 20: Protect Your Privacy

    406846-001.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Next steps Protect 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. To optimize the privacy protection features included with the computer: Keep the operating system and software updated.

  • Page 21: Use The Computer Safely

    Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is available on the Web at and in the Help and Support Center. To access http://www.hp.com/ergo the Help and Support Center, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
  • Page 22 AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP should be used with the computer. For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center.

  • Page 23: Connect To A Computer Network

    WLAN, contact your network administrator. The computer display must be open before you can connect to a wireless network. For information on connecting to a WWAN, refer to the HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started guide, included with the computer.

  • Page 24: Update Your Software

    406846-001.book Page 8 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Next steps Update your software Most software, including the operating system, is updated frequently by the manufacturer or provider. Important updates to the software included with the computer may have been released since the computer left the factory.

  • Page 25: Turn Off The Computer Correctly

    406846-001.book Page 9 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Next steps Turn 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 >...
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  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, follow the troubleshooting steps below: 1. Refer to “Quick troubleshooting,” next in this chapter. 2. Access additional information about the computer and Web site links through the Help and Support Center.

  • Page 28: Quick Troubleshooting

    406846-001.book Page 2 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up To turn on the computer, press the power button. When the computer is turned on, the power light is turned on. If the computer and the power light are not turned on when you press the power button, adequate power may not be available to the computer.

  • Page 29: The Computer Screen Is Blank

    406846-001.book Page 3 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting The computer screen is blank If the computer is on but the screen is blank, the computer may be in standby or hibernation, may not be set to display the image on the computer screen, or the display switch may not be functioning properly.

  • Page 30: Software Is Functioning Abnormally

    406846-001.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting Software is functioning abnormally 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 Computer >...

  • Page 31: The Computer Is Turned On But Not Responding

    406846-001.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting The computer is turned on but not responding If the computer is turned on, but not responding to software or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.

  • Page 32: The Computer Is Unusually Warm

    406846-001.book Page 6 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting The computer is unusually warm It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it is in use. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it may be overheating because a vent is blocked.

  • Page 33: An External Device Is Not Working

    406846-001.book Page 7 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting An external device is not working 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 34: The Home Wireless Network Connection Is

    For information on setting up a home wireless network connection, visit http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless (English only). For information on connecting to a WWAN, refer to the HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started guide, included with the computer. 3–8 Getting Started...

  • Page 35: Help And Support Center

    406846-001.book Page 9 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting Help and Support Center If the preceding questions and solutions did not address your problem, access the Help and Support Center by selecting Start > Help and Support. In addition to providing information about your operating system, the Help and Support Center provides Information about the computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and...

  • Page 36: Customer Care

    Serial number (s/n) listed on the service tag. The service tag label is on the bottom of the computer. To display the service tag information on the computer screen, select Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer. Date the computer was purchased.

  • Page 37: Contact Customer Care By E-Mail Or Telephone

    406846-001.book Page 11 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Troubleshooting Contact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone If the computer is connected to the Internet, select Start > Help and Support to get help by e-mail or to access the Customer Care telephone numbers.
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  • Page 39: A Notebook Tour

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this appendix identify the standard features included on most computer models. Getting Started A–1...

  • Page 40: Top Components

    406846-001.book Page 2 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Top components Component Power light Num lock light Power button Volume mute button Info Center button Volume down button Wireless button Volume up button Presentation button Fingerprint reader Caps lock light A–2 Getting Started...

  • Page 41: Keys

    406846-001.book Page 3 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Keys Component Windows applications key Embedded numeric keypad Windows logo key Function keys Getting Started A–3...

  • Page 42: Pointing Devices

    406846-001.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Pointing devices Component Pointing stick Left TouchPad button Left pointing stick button Right TouchPad button TouchPad Right pointing stick button A–4 Getting Started...

  • Page 43: Front Components

    406846-001.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Front components Component Display release latch Drive light Wireless light Speakers Power light Infrared Port Battery light Digital Media Slot Getting Started A–5...

  • Page 44: Rear Components

    406846-001.book Page 6 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Rear components Component Security cable slot S-Video-out jack Power connector External monitor port Right-side components Component Smart card reader RJ-45 (network) jack Optical drive RJ-11 (modem) jack USB port A–6 Getting Started...

  • Page 45: Left-Side Components

    406846-001.book Page 7 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Left-side components Component Vent Audio-out (headphone) jack USB ports (2) PC Card Slot Audio-in (microphone) jack Getting Started A–7...

  • Page 46: Bottom Components

    406846-001.book Page 8 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Bottom components Component Bluetooth compartment Docking connector Vents (4) Accessory battery connector Mini Card compartment Expansion memory module compartment Primary battery release Hard drive bay latches (2) Primary battery bay A–8 Getting Started...

  • Page 47: Display Components

    406846-001.book Page 9 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Notebook tour Display components Component Internal display switch WWAN antenna WLAN antennae Getting Started A–9...
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  • Page 49: B Connect To The Internet From Your Home

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Connect to the Internet from your home The computer includes hardware and software that allows you to connect to the Internet. Before you can access the Internet, you must Choose an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Choose the type of Internet connection you want, such as broadband, wireless, or dial-up, and connect the hardware.

  • Page 50: Use The New Connection Wizard

    406846-001.book Page 2 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Connect to the Internet from your home Use the New Connection Wizard You can use the New Connection Wizard to connect to the Internet If you already have an account with an ISP. If you have a disc from an ISP.

  • Page 51: Choose The Type Of Internet Connection

    (English only). To learn http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless about connecting to a WWAN, refer to the HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started guide, included with the computer. Dial-up: You can access the Internet by dialing in to a service provider using a modem cable connected to the RJ-11 (modem) jack.
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  • Page 53: C Backup And Recovery

    HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality. HP installed drivers, utilities, and applications can be copied to a CD or to a DVD using the HP Backup and Recovery Manager. Safeguard your data Software or devices added to the computer can cause your system to become unstable.

  • Page 54: Back Up Specific Files Or Folders

    To back up specific files or folders: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager opens.

  • Page 55: Back Up The Entire System

    To back up the entire system: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager opens.

  • Page 56: Back Up Modifications Made To The System

    Subsequent recovery points make a copy of changes made after that time. HP recommends that you create recovery points Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware. Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally.

  • Page 57: Schedule Backups

    406846-001.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Backup and recovery To create and schedule a system recovery point: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The HP Backup and Recovery manager opens.

  • Page 58: Recover The System

    Backup and recovery Recover the system HP Backup and Recovery Manager analyzes the hard drive and creates a dedicated hard drive recovery partition on the hard drive large enough to store a copy of the full factory image. You choose whether you want to store that copy on the recovery partition, on another drive, or on external recovery discs.

  • Page 59: Create Recovery Discs (Recommended

    Create recovery discs (recommended) After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up...
  • Page 60 406846-001.book Page 8 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Backup and recovery To create a set of recovery discs: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager opens.

  • Page 61: Perform A Recovery

    Start the full system recovery from either the Start button or 1. From the Start menu: a. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The HP Backup and Recovery Manager opens.
  • Page 62 406846-001.book Page 10 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Backup and recovery 2. Choose one of the following options: Recover PC to a specific point in time: Allows you to recover from a previous recovery point. Recover PC’s original factory installation and backup data: Backs up your information and then performs a full system recovery.

  • Page 63: Operating Environment

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Specifications The following sections provide information on the computer operating environment specifications and power specifications. 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.

  • Page 64: 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 HP computer. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications.

  • Page 65: Index

    406846-001.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Index buttons Info Center A–2 AC adapter pointing stick A–4 connecting 1–5 power 1–8 A–2 identifying 1–2 presentation A–2 altitude specifications D–1 volume down A–2 antennae volume up A–2 WLAN A–9 WWAN A–9 antivirus software 3–4 cables and cords, power 3–2...
  • Page 66 C–1 A–8 devices, external Help and Support Center 3–9 troubleshooting 3–7 hibernation 3–3 Digital Media Slot, identifying HP Smart AC adapter 1–2 A–5 humidity specifications D–1 display release latch, identifying A–5 identifying compartment A–8 display switch A–9 IEC 60950 compliance 2–6 display, switching image 3–3...
  • Page 67 406846-001.book Page 3 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Index keys network, connecting computer embedded numeric keypad to 2–7 A–3 New Connection Wizard B–2 A–3 num lock light, identifying A–3 A–2 function A–3 Windows applications A–3 operating environment Windows logo A–3 specifications D–1 operating system labels, service tag 3–10...
  • Page 68 406846-001.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Index power lights set up the software 1–9 identifying A–2 slots on, off 1–8 3–2 Digital Media A–5 power lights, identifying A–5 security cable A–6 power surge 2–4 Smart card A–6 Presentation button, Smart card slot, identifying identifying A–2...
  • Page 69 406846-001.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:36 AM Index software problems 3–4 WLAN (wireless local area virus problems 3–4 network) 2–7 wireless network problems WLAN antennae, identifying 3–8 A–9 turn off computer 2–9 WWAN (wireless wide area turn on computer 1–7 3–2 network) 2–7 WWAN antennae, identifying...
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