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Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. ENWW...
Top components TouchPad 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 TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.
Lights Component Description Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. Wireless light (select models only) ● On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, the HP Broadband Wireless Module, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ●...
Buttons and speaker Component Description Wireless button (select models only) Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not establish a wireless connection. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless connection. ● Power button* When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer.
Keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. 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 or the key.
Front components Component Description ● Battery light Amber: A battery is charging. ● Green: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Blinking amber: A battery 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.
Right-side components Component Description Optical drive Reads an optical disc. Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Chapter 2 Components ENWW...
Left-side components Component Description Vent Enables 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.
Bottom components Component Description Battery bay Holds the battery. Battery release latches (2) Release the battery from the battery bay. Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slot. Vent Enable airflow to cool internal components. CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents.
Display components Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is ENWW Display components...
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. 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.
Additional hardware components Component Description Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. ENWW Additional hardware components...
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 brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
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