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Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of hardware installed 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.
Top components TouchPad Component Description TouchPad light Blue: TouchPad is enabled. Amber: TouchPad is disabled. 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.
Lights NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Power lights (2)* On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Battery light On: A battery is charging.
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Component Description (11) Volume mute light Blue: Computer sound is turned on. Amber: Computer sound is turned off. (12) Volume down light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker volume. (13) Volume up light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker volume.
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Component Description Media button light Blinks once: The media button has been pressed. Volume mute light Blue: Computer sound is turned on. Red: Computer sound is turned off. Volume down light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker sound.
Buttons, switches, and speakers NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Power button* When the computer is off, press the power button to turn on the computer. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
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Component Description Play/pause button When a disc is in the optical drive and is ● Not playing, press to play the disc. ● Playing, press to pause the disc. Next/fast forward button When a disc is playing in the optical drive: ●...
Component Description Media button Launches the QuickPlay program. NOTE If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. QuickPlay launches after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay online Help for more information. Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.
Component Description Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the key. Hotkey quick reference To perform this function Press Display information. fn+esc Clear system information.
Front components NOTE Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description Wireless switch (select models only) Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. NOTE To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must already be set up.
Rear 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.
Right-side components Component Description Optical drive Reads an optical disc. Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. Power connector Connects an AC adapter. Chapter 1 Components ENWW...
Left-side components NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Security cable slot 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.
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Component Description Security cable slot 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. S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
Bottom components Component Description Battery bay Holds the battery. Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. Mini Card compartment Holds a wireless LAN device (select models only). NOTE To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, replace with only a Mini Card device authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country.
Display components Component Description Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Record sound. NOTE If there is a microphone icon next to each microphone opening, your computer has internal microphones. Integrated camera light (select models only) On: The integrated camera is in use. Integrated camera (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
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 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Chapter 1 Components ENWW...
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 Customer Care. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
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 Metric U.S. Temperature Operating 10°C to 35°C 50°F to 95°F Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating...
Rated input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with your 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 standalone 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 the computer.