HP Compaq Presario,Presario C500 User Manual
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- Page 1 Notebook PC User Guide User Guide...
- Page 2 Microsoft Corporation. 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Notebook Tour Components ... 1 Top components ... 2 Front components ... 6 Rear components ... 7 Right-side components ... 8 Left-side components ... 9 Bottom components ... 10 Wireless antennae (select models only) ... 11 Additional hardware components ... - Page 4 Keypads ... 22 Using the embedded numeric keypad ... 22 Using an external numeric keypad ... 23 3 Power management Setting power options ... 24 Using power-saving states ... 24 Using the battery meter ... 25 Using power plans ... 26 Setting password protection on wakeup ...
- Page 5 Drive care ... 36 IDE drive light ... 37 Hard drive ... 38 Optical drives ... 41 Inserting an optical disc ... 42 Removing an optical disc (with power) ... 43 Removing an optical disc (without power) ... 44 Avoiding the Sleep state or Hibernation ... 45 5 Multimedia Multimedia hardware ...
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Page 7: Notebook Tour
Notebook Tour Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of installed hardware in the computer: 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 Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model. -
Page 8: Top Components
Top components Keys Component Windows® logo key Embedded numeric keypad keys Windows applications key Function keys Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the Displays the Windows Start menu. -
Page 9: Touchpad
TouchPad Component TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* TouchPad horizontal scroll zone* Right TouchPad button* TouchPad vertical scroll zone* *This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. ENWW Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. -
Page 10: Buttons And Switches
Buttons and switches Component Wireless button* Power button* Volume down button Volume up button Volume mute button *This table describes default settings. Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Description Turns the wireless functionality on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. NOTE To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must already be set up. -
Page 11: Lights
Lights Component Wireless light Power lights* (2) Caps lock light Battery light IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Num lock light Volume mute light *There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open;... -
Page 12: Display Components
Display components Component Display release button Internal display switch Front components Component Speakers (2) Display release button Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Description Opens the computer. Initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the notebook is turned CAUTION The internal display switch is magnetic. Keep diskettes and other magnetic media away from magnetic fields, which can erase data. -
Page 13: Rear Components
Rear components Component Vent* *The computer has 3 vents. The other vents are located on the bottom of the computer. ENWW Description Provides airflow to cool internal components. CAUTION 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. -
Page 14: Right-Side Components
Right-side components Component Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack USB port (select models only) Optical drive RJ-11 (modem) jack Power connector Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Description Produces system sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. -
Page 15: Left-Side Components
Left-side components Component Security cable slot External monitor port S-Video-out jack RJ-45 (network) jack USB ports (2) ENWW Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. -
Page 16: Bottom Components
Bottom components Component Battery bay Battery pack release latch Memory module compartment Hard drive bay Vents (2)† *Battery packs vary by model. †The computer has 3 vents. One other vent is located on the rear of the computer. Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Description Holds the primary battery pack.* Releases the battery pack from the battery bay. -
Page 17: Wireless Antennae (Select Models Only)
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 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. -
Page 18: Additional Hardware Components
Additional hardware components Component Battery pack* AC adapter Power cord* *Battery packs and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Chapter 1 Notebook Tour Description Powers the computer when the computer is not connected to external power. Converts AC power to DC power. Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. -
Page 19: 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 name, serial number (S/N), and other specifics about the computer. Have this information available when you contact Customer Care. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. -
Page 20: Specifications
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. Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*) *Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for altitude. -
Page 21: Touchpad And Keyboard
TouchPad and Keyboard TouchPad The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad. Component TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* TouchPad horizontal scroll zone* Right TouchPad button* TouchPad vertical scroll zone* *This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound >... -
Page 22: 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 left and right TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse. -
Page 23: Keyboard
Keyboard The following sections provide information on the keyboard features of the notebook. Hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the The icons on the through are discussed in the following sections. ENWW key (1) and either the keys represent the hotkey functions. Hotkey functions and procedures key (2) or one of the function keys (3). -
Page 24: Hotkey Quick Reference
Hotkey quick reference Function Display and clear system information. Open Help and Support. Open the Print Options window. Open a Web browser. Switch the screen image between the computer display and an external display. Initiate Hibernation. Initiate QuickLock. Decrease screen brightness. Increase screen brightness. -
Page 25: Opening Help And Support (Fn+F1)
Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to open Help and Support. In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides ● Information about your computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications. -
Page 26: Switching The Screen Image (Fn+F4)
Switching the screen image (fn+f4) Press fn+f4 to switch the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, each time you press computer display, the monitor display, and a simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. -
Page 27: Initiating Quicklock (Fn+F6)
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 28: Keypads
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 num lock light num lk 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. -
Page 29: Switching Key Functions On The Embedded Numeric Keypad
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad You can temporarily alternate the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the combination. ● To change the function of a keypad key to keypad functions while the keypad is off, press and hold key while pressing the keypad key. -
Page 30: Power Management
Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states Windows has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When you initiate Sleep, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. If the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. -
Page 31: Initiating And Exiting Hibernation
● Press a key on the keyboard. ● Activate the TouchPad. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. NOTE If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. -
Page 32: Using Power Plans
Under System icons, clear the Power check box to hide the battery meter icon, or select the Power check box to display the battery meter icon. Click OK. Using power plans A power plan is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power plans can help you conserve power or maximize performance. -
Page 33: Using Battery Power
WARNING! a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. -
Page 34: Inserting Or Removing The Battery
Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION To prevent loss of information when removing a battery that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the computer before removing the battery. To insert the battery: Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. Insert the battery into the battery bay (1) and rotate it downward until it is seated (2). -
Page 35: Charging A Battery
Charging a battery WARNING! The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. -
Page 36: Resolving A Low Battery Level
The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. -
Page 37: Step 1: Fully Charge The Battery
Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! NOTE The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. To fully charge the battery: Insert the battery into the computer. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. -
Page 38: Step 3: Discharge The Battery
Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is being discharged. The battery can discharge whether or not you are using the computer, but the battery will discharge faster while you are using it. ● If you plan to leave the computer unattended during the discharge, save your information before beginning the discharge procedure. -
Page 39: Conserving Battery Power
Click OK. Click Save changes. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ●... -
Page 40: Using External Ac Power
Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following devices: WARNING! computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● AC adapter included with the computer ●... -
Page 41: Shutting Down The Computer
Plug the other end of the power cord into the AC outlet (3). Shutting down the computer CAUTION Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. -
Page 42: Drive Care
Drives Drive care Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. The following cautions apply to all drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply. CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss information, observe these precautions: Initiate Sleep before you move a computer or external hard drive from one location to another. -
Page 43: Ide Drive Light
IDE drive light The IDE drive light blinks when either the primary hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. ENWW IDE drive light... -
Page 44: Hard Drive
Hard drive CAUTION To prevent system lockup and loss of information: 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. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. - Page 45 Lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). To install a hard drive: Lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). Slide the hard drive toward the hard drive connector (2) until it is fully seated. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2).
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Page 47: Optical Drives
Optical drives An optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs are used to store or transport data and to play music and movies. DVDs have a higher capacity than CDs. The computer can read or write to optical drives as described in the following table. Type of Optical Drive DVD/CD-RW Drive DVD±RW Double Layer... -
Page 48: Inserting An Optical Disc
Inserting an optical disc Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray. Pull out the tray (2). Hold the CD or DVD by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces, and position the disc over the tray spindle, with the label-side up. -
Page 49: Removing An Optical Disc (With Power)
Removing an optical disc (with power) If the computer is running on external or battery power: Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then pull out the tray (2). Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 50: Removing An Optical Disc (Without Power)
Removing an optical disc (without power) If external or battery power is unavailable: Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. Press in gently until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2). Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 51: Avoiding The Sleep State Or Hibernation
Avoiding the Sleep state or Hibernation CAUTION To prevent possible audio and video degradation, or loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading or writing to a CD or DVD. To prevent loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation when writing to a CD or DVD. If Sleep or Hibernation is initiated during playback of drive media (such as a CD or DVD): ●... -
Page 52: Multimedia
Multimedia Multimedia hardware Using the optical drive The optical drive allows you to play, copy, and create CDs or DVDs, depending on the type of installed drive and installed software. Identifying the installed optical drive To view the type of optical drive installed in the computer: Select Start >... -
Page 53: Inserting An Optical Disc
Inserting an optical disc Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray. Pull out the tray (2). Hold the CD or DVD by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces, and position the disc over the tray spindle, with the label-side up. -
Page 54: Removing An Optical Disc (With Power)
Removing an optical disc (with power) If the computer is running on external or battery power: Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then pull out the tray (2). Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 55: Removing An Optical Disc (Without Power)
Removing an optical disc (without power) If external or battery power is unavailable: Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. Press in gently until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2). Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 56: Using Media Activity Hotkeys
Using media activity hotkeys Media activity hotkeys are combinations of the keys to control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted in the optical drive. NOTE To control the play of an inserted video CD, use the media activity controls in your video CD player application. -
Page 57: Using The Audio Features
Using the audio features The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. Component Volume down button Volume up button Volume mute button Audio-in (microphone) jack Audio-out (headphone) jack Speakers (2) Using the audio-in (microphone) jack The computer is equipped with a microphone jack that supports an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. -
Page 58: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ● To mute or restore volume, press the volume mute button. ● To decrease the volume, press the volume down button. ● To increase the volume, press the volume up button. NOTE The tapping sound made by the volume button is enabled at the factory. -
Page 59: Using The Video Features
Using the video features The computer includes the following video features: ● S-Video-out jack that connects a range of video components that allow you to maximize your multimedia features ● External monitor port that connects a television, monitor, or projector to the computer Using the external monitor port The external monitor port connects an external display device to the computer. -
Page 60: Using The S-Video-Out Jack
Using the S-Video-out jack The 7-pin S-Video-out jack connects the computer to an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. The computer can support one S-Video device connected to the S-Video-out jack, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or on any other supported external display. -
Page 61: Multimedia Software
Multimedia software The computer includes preinstalled multimedia software. Some models may be shipped with additional multimedia software on an optical disc. Depending on the hardware and software included with the computer, the following multimedia tasks may be supported: ● Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and Internet radio ●... -
Page 62: Using Multimedia Software
Using multimedia software To use the multimedia software installed on the computer: Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia application you want to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, select Windows Media Player. -
Page 63: Preventing Playback Disruptions
Preventing playback disruptions To reduce the possibility of playback disruption: ● Save your work and close all open applications before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Do not connect or disconnect hardware while playing a disc. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. Otherwise, you may see a warning message asking if you want to continue. -
Page 64: Changing Dvd Region Settings
Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive. -
Page 65: External Devices
External Devices Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer. A hub provides additional USB ports for the system and can be connected to the computer or to another hub. -
Page 66: Stopping A Usb Device
Stopping a USB device CAUTION To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, stop the USB device before removing it. To stop a USB device: Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. -
Page 67: Memory Modules
Memory Modules Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer. The memory 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. - Page 68 Lift the memory module compartment cover (2) away from the computer. To remove a 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 gently pull the module out of the memory module slot.
- Page 69 Press the memory module (3) down until the retention clips snap into place. Align the tabs (1) on the memory module compartment cover with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2). Tighten the memory module compartment cover screw (3). Replace the battery pack.
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Page 70: Index
Index AC adapter identifying 12 AC adapter, connecting 34 altitude specifications 14 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 2 audio features 51 audio-in (microphone) jack 8, audio-out (headphone) jack 8, battery calibrating 30 charging 29 conserving power 33 disposing 33 inserting 28 low battery levels 30 removing 28 storing 33... - Page 71 media activity 50 opening Help and Support 18, 19 opening Print Options window 18, 19 opening Web browser 18, 19 quick reference 18 switching screen image 18, using 18 hubs 59 humidity specifications 14 IDE drive light 5, 37 jacks audio-in (microphone) 8, 51 audio-out (headphone) 8, RJ-11 (modem) 8...
- Page 72 release latch battery pack 10 RJ-11 (modem) jack 8 RJ-45 (network) jack 9 S-Video 20 S-Video-out jack 9, 53, 54 screen brightness hotkeys 18, screen image, switching 18, 20 scroll zones, TouchPad 3, 15 security cable slot 9 serial number, computer 13 service tag 13 shutdown 35 shutting down 35...