Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager.
Components Top components Lights Component Description Volume mute light On: Computer sound is turned off. Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. ■ Blinking green: The hard drive is Drive light being accessed. ■ Amber: HP Mobile Data Protection 3D with accelerometer software has temporarily parked the internal hard drive.
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Components Component Description Battery light Amber: A battery pack is charging. Green: A battery pack is close to full charge capacity. Blinking amber: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
Components Pointing devices Touchpad The pointing stick and TouchPad controls can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model. 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.
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Components Component Description Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down. Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Components Buttons and reader Component Description Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows®, instead of a password logon. Presentation button Starts the Presentation feature. Volume mute button Mutes and restores computer sound. Volume down button Decreases computer sound. Volume up button Increases computer sound.
Components Keys Component Description Function keys (6) Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. ✎ Refer to the table in “Hotkey quick reference” for a description of each hotkey. fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key.
Components Hotkey quick reference To perform this function Press Initiate Sleep fn+f3 Exit Sleep Slide the Power switch toward the front of the computer. Alternate between computer display and fn+f4 external display Display battery information fn+f8 Clear battery information fn+f8 Decrease screen brightness fn+f9 Increase screen brightness...
Components Pen-activated buttons Component Description Tablet PC Input Panel launch When Windows is running, opens button* Microsoft Tablet PC Input Panel, which includes a handwriting pad and an on-screen keyboard. Rotate button* Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation. Q button* When Windows is running, opens or closes the Q Menu.
Components Display components Component Description Pen holder Secures the pen to the computer. Pen eject button Ejects the pen from the pen holder. Rotating hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from notebook mode into tablet PC mode or vice versa. Jog dial* Functions like enter and the up and down arrow keys on a standard...
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Components Component Description Windows security button* When pressed while ■ Windows is open, enters the † ctrl+alt+delete command. ■ The Computer Setup utility is open, enters the reset command. Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. *This table describes default settings.
Components Front components Component Description Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the computer and an optional IrDA-compliant device. Bluetooth module Sends and receives Bluetooth device (select models only) signals. Å Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Components Rear components Component Description USB port Connects an optional USB device. RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. Power connector Connects an AC adapter. External monitor port Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.
Components Right-side components Component Description Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Powered USB port Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if...
Components Left-side components Component Description Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Ä The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
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Components Component Description Info Center button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions. Power switch* When the computer is off, slide the power switch toward the front of the computer and release to turn on the computer.
Components Bottom components Component Description Docking connector Connects the computer to an optional docking device. Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery. (Continued) Tablet PC Tour 1–17...
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Components Component Description Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components. Ä 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, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
Components Wireless antennae On select computer models, 2 wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in Help and Support.
Components Pen components Component Description Pen tip Interacts with the tablet PC whenever the tip is touching the screen or within 1.27 cm (0.5 inch) of the screen. When tapped on or held over a pen-activated button, activates the button. Pen button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Components Additional hardware components Component Description HP Smart AC Adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Primary battery pack* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power.
Components Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systems 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.
Specifications The following sections provide information on the operating environment specifications and power specifications of the computer. Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table might be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments.
Specifications Rated input power The power information in this section might 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. Although the computer can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it is strongly recommended that the computer be powered only with an AC adapter or DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP...
Index right pointing stick 1–5 right TouchPad 1–5 AC adapter 1–13 rotate 1–9 accessory battery 1–17 Tablet PC Input Panel accessory battery connector launch 1–9 1–17 volume 1–6 altitude specifications 2–1 Windows security 1–11 audio-in (microphone) jack wireless 1–15 1–14 audio-out (headphone) jack 1–14 caps lock light 1–2...
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Index expansion memory module Windows applications 1–7 compartment 1–18 Windows logo 1–7 external monitor port 1–13 labels 1–22 fingerprint reader 1–6 left pointing stick button 1–4 key 1–7 left TouchPad button 1–5 function keys 1–7 lights battery 1–3 caps lock 1–2 hard drive bay 1–18 drive 1–2 headphone jack 1–14...
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Index pen eraser 1–20 specifications pen holder 1–10 operating environment 2–1 pen-activated buttons rated input power 2–2 Q Menu 1–9 S-Video-out jack 1–13 rotate 1–9 Tablet PC Input Panel Tablet PC Input Panel launch launch 1–9 button 1–9 pointing stick buttons 1–4 temperature specifications 2–1 pointing stick location 1–4 TouchPad area 1–4...
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