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  • Page 1 Getting Started HP Notebook...
  • Page 2 By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole...
  • 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

    Right side ... 9 Left side ... 10 Display ... 12 Bottom ... 13 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) ... 14 Starting HP QuickWeb ... 15 4 Networking ... 16 Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ... 17 Connecting to a wireless network ... 17 Connecting to an existing WLAN ...
  • Page 6 Contacting customer support ... 45 Labels ... 46 9 Specifications ... 47 Input power ... 48 DC plug of external HP power supply ... 48 Operating environment ... 49 Index ... 50 Turning the TouchPad off and on ... 23 Navigating ...

  • Page 7: Welcome

    Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this guide, refer to Finding information on page ●...

  • Page 8: Finding Information

    Resources Setup Instructions poster Getting Started To access this guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation. HP Notebook Reference Guide To access this guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support >...
  • Page 9 *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the electronic guides on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed copy from http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments...

  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Computer

    Getting to know your computer ● ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer...

  • Page 11: Top

    TouchPad Component TouchPad light TouchPad on/off button Left TouchPad button TouchPad zone Right TouchPad button Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off. Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

  • Page 12: Lights

    Lights Component TouchPad light Caps lock light Power light Wireless light Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Description ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ●...

  • Page 13: Button

    5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

  • Page 14: Keys

    ● When the computer is in Microsoft® Windows, press the key to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the key to open the Web browser. NOTE: For more information, refer to HP QuickWeb...

  • Page 15: Front

    Front Component Speakers (2) Right side Component Optical drive (select models only) Optical drive light (select models only) Optical drive eject button (select models only) USB port AC adapter light Power connector Security cable slot Description Produce sound. Description Reads and writes to an optical disc. ●...

  • Page 16: Left Side

    Left side Component External monitor port Vents (2) RJ-45 (network) jack HDMI port USB ports (2) Audio-in (microphone) jack Audio-out (headphone) jack Hard drive light Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Enable airflow to cool internal components.
  • Page 17 Component Power light (10) Digital Media Slot Description ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ●...

  • Page 18: Display

    Display Component WLAN antennas (2)* Webcam light Webcam Internal microphone *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.

  • Page 19: Bottom

    Bottom Component Battery bay Battery release latch Vents (5) Hard drive bay, and WLAN and memory module compartment Description Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.

  • Page 20: Hp Quickweb (Select Models Only)

    You can also make long-distance phone calls to land lines. ● Widgets—Start using widgets for news, weather, social networking, stocks, a calculator, sticky notes, and more. You can also use Widget Manager to add more widgets to the HP QuickWeb Home screen. NOTE: For additional information about using HP QuickWeb, refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help.

  • Page 21: Starting Hp Quickweb

    Starting HP QuickWeb ▲ To start HP QuickWeb, press the QuickWeb key (or QuickWeb button on select models) when the computer is off or in Hibernation. The following table explains the different behaviors of the QuickWeb key (or QuickWeb button on select models).

  • Page 22: Networking

    WLAN on page 18 ● Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network. For information on connecting to a wired network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Chapter 4 Networking Setting up a new WLAN network on page...

  • Page 23: Using An Internet Service Provider (Isp)

    HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth device For more information on wireless technology and connecting to a wireless network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider (ISP)

  • Page 24: Connecting To An Existing Wlan

    Connecting to an existing WLAN Turn on the computer. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Select a network to connect to. Click Connect. If required, enter the security key.

  • Page 25: Configuring A Wireless Router

    When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always turn on security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. For information on protecting your WLAN, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Connecting to a wireless network...

  • Page 26: Keyboard And Pointing Devices

    Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices...

  • Page 27: Using The Keyboard

    14 and to the HP QuickWeb software Help. If your computer does not have HP QuickWeb software, the key does not start QuickWeb or perform any action or function in QuickWeb. Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.

  • Page 28: Using Pointing Devices

    Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options.

  • Page 29: Turning The Touchpad Off And On

    Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button. NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on. The TouchPad light and onscreen display icons indicate the TouchPad status when the TouchPad is turned off or on.

  • Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: Rotating

    Rotating Rotating allows you to rotate items such as photos. To rotate, anchor your left forefinger in the TouchPad zone. Move the right forefinger around the anchored finger in a sweeping motion, moving from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your right forefinger from 3 o’clock to 12 o’clock.

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules...

  • Page 34: Inserting Or Removing The Battery

    Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To insert the battery: ▲ Insert the battery (1) into the battery bay, and then pivot the battery (2) downward until it is seated.
  • Page 35 Remove the battery (3) from the computer. Inserting or removing the battery...

  • Page 36: Replacing Or Upgrading The Hard Drive

    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. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button.
  • Page 37 Disconnect the hard drive cable (1), and then lift the hard drive (2) out of the hard drive bay. Replacing or upgrading the hard drive...

  • Page 38: Installing A Hard Drive

    Installing a hard drive Lower the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay, and then connect the hard drive cable (2). Align the tabs on the hard drive cover (1) with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2). Chapter 6 Maintenance...
  • Page 39 Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). Replace the battery. Reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer. Turn on the computer. Replacing or upgrading the hard drive...

  • Page 40: 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 41 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 42 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: memory module. Align the tabs on the memory module compartment cover (1) with the notches on the computer. Close the cover (2).
  • Page 43 Replace the battery. Reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer. Turn on the computer. Adding or replacing memory modules...

  • Page 44: Backup And Recovery

    Performing a system restore ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides information on the following topics: ●...

  • Page 45: Restore

    Creating restore media HP recommends that you create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive to be sure that you can restore your computer to its original factory state if the hard drive fails, or if for any reason you cannot restore using the recovery partition tools.

  • Page 46: Performing A System Restore

    You can restore only the system that you have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive as soon as you set up the computer.

  • Page 47: Restoring Using The Restore Media

    – or – Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer, and then restart the computer. NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager, the computer boot order needs to be changed. Press at system bootup.

  • Page 48: Using Windows Backup And Restore

    You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Back up your system at the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times TIP: Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired or restored ●...

  • Page 49: Using Windows System Restore Points

    Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes. NOTE: Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point.

  • Page 50: Customer Support

    Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels Chapter 8 Customer support...

  • Page 51: Contacting Customer Support

    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 http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.

  • Page 52: 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 53: Specifications

    Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment...

  • Page 54: 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 computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications.

  • Page 55: Operating Environment

    Operating environment Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Metric 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m U.S. 41°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F 10% to 90%...

  • Page 56: Index

    12 front 9 left side 10 right side 9 top 5 connector, power 9 DC plug of external HP power supply 48 Digital Media Slot, identifying 11 esc key, identifying 8 external monitor port 10 f11 40 fn key, identifying 8...
  • Page 57 removing 35 replacing 34 memory module compartment, identifying 13 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 10 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 46 mouse, external setting preferences 22 network jack, identifying 10 operating environment 49 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 46 Product Key 46 optical drive eject button, identifying 9...

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