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HP Pavilion dv4-4000 Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 Getting Started HP Notebook...
  • Page 2 Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its common to most models. Some features otherwise using any software product proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard may not be available on your computer. preinstalled on this computer, you agree to Company under license. Microsoft and be bound by the terms of the HP End User Windows are U.S.
  • 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

    Table of contents 1 Welcome Finding information ..........................2 2 Getting to know your computer Top ............................... 4 TouchPad ..........................4 Lights ........................... 5 Buttons ..........................6 Keys ............................. 7 Front ..............................8 Right side ............................. 9 Left side .............................. 10 Display ..............................
  • Page 6 Pinching/Zooming ................23 Rotating .................... 23 5 Maintenance Inserting or removing the battery ......................24 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ....................26 Removing the hard drive ....................26 Installing a hard drive ......................28 Adding or replacing memory modules ....................29 6 Backup and recovery Restore ...............................

  • Page 7: Welcome

    Welcome ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page ●...

  • Page 8: Finding Information

    Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about ● Quick Setup poster How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components ● Getting Started Computer features To access this guide: ●...
  • Page 9 North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA ● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy ● Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507 Please include your product number, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name, and postal address.

  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Computer

    Getting to know your computer ● ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom TouchPad Component Description TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off.

  • Page 11: Lights

    Component Description TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Lights Component Description Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ●...

  • Page 12: Buttons

    Buttons Component Description Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep.

  • Page 13: Keys

    Keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.

  • Page 14: Front

    Front Component Description Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Speakers (2) Produce sound. Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer...

  • Page 15: Right Side

    Right side Component Description Optical drive Reads and writes to an optical disc. ● Optical drive light Green: The optical drive is being accessed. ● Off: The optical drive is idle. Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.

  • Page 16: Left Side

    Left side 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 it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components.

  • Page 17: Display

    Display Component Description WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). Internal microphones (2) Record sound.

  • Page 18: Bottom

    Bottom Component Description SIM slot (select models only) Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. Battery bay Holds the battery. Vents (4) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
  • Page 19 Component Description Memory module and wireless compartment Contains the memory module slots, the wireless LAN (WLAN) and wireless WAN (WWAN) devices, and the keyboard access screw. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region.

  • Page 20: Networking

    Networking ● Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ● Connecting to a wireless network NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location. Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access: ●...

  • Page 21: Using An Internet Service Provider (Isp)

    Using an Internet service provider (ISP) Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP to purchase Internet service and a modem. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Configuring A Wireless Router

    Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network, select Start >...

  • Page 24: Keyboard And Pointing Devices

    Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices...

  • Page 25: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. The icons on the through keys represent the action key functions. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory.

  • Page 26: Using Pointing Devices

    Increases speaker volume incrementally when you hold down this key. Mutes or restores speaker sound. Turns the wireless feature on or off. NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must also be set up. Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB...

  • Page 27: Navigating

    Navigating To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go. Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Using pointing devices...

  • Page 28: Using Touchpad Gestures

    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. To view the demonstration of a gesture: Click the Show hidden icons icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

  • Page 29: Pinching/Zooming

    Pinching/Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then moving them apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad, and then moving them together. NOTE: Pinching/zooming is enabled at the factory.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules 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 31 CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery, and then pivot the battery (2) upward.

  • Page 32: 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 33 Loosen the hard drive cover screw (1), and then remove the hard drive cover (2). 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 34: Installing A Hard Drive

    Installing a hard drive Insert 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), and then tighten the hard drive cover screw (3).

  • Page 35: Adding Or Replacing Memory Modules

    Align the tabs on the memory module compartment cover (1) with the notches on the computer, close the cover (2), and then tighten the memory module compartment cover screw (3). Replace the battery. Reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer. Turn on the computer.
  • Page 36 Remove the battery. Loosen the memory module compartment cover screw (1), and then remove the memory module compartment cover (2). 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.
  • Page 37 Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out of the memory module slot. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
  • Page 38 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: To prevent damage to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the memory module.

  • Page 39: Backup And Recovery

    Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● 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 40: Restore

    Restore In the event of hard drive failure, to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can create using HP Recovery Manager. HP recommends that you use this software to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive immediately after software setup.

  • Page 41: Performing A System Restore

    Performing a system restore Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or a recovery flash drive, or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. NOTE: A system restore needs to be performed if the computer hard drive has failed or if all attempts to correct any functional computer issues fail.

  • Page 42: Changing The Computer Boot Order

    Press at system bootup. Select the optical drive or the flash drive. Follow the on-screen instructions. Changing the computer boot order To change the boot order for recovery discs: Restart the computer. Press while the computer is restarting, and then press for boot options.

  • Page 43: Using Windows Backup And Restore

    To create a screen shot: Display the screen you want to save. Copy the screen image: To copy only the active window, press alt+prt To copy the entire screen, press Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. The screen image is added to the document.

  • Page 44: Create A System Restore Point

    Create a system restore point Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. In the left pane, click System protection. Click the System Protection tab. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: Select Start >...

  • Page 45: Customer Support

    Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels...

  • Page 46: 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 47: 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 48: Specifications

    Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment Chapter 8 Specifications...

  • Page 49: Input Power

    Input power The power information in this section may 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. The AC power source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz.

  • Page 50: Operating Environment

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

  • Page 51: Index

    Index components AC adapter light 9 bottom 12 jacks action keys display 11 audio-in (microphone) 9 decrease screen front 8 audio-out (headphone) 9 brightness 19 left side 10 network 10 Help and Support 19 right side 9 RJ-45 (network) 10 identifying 7 top 4 increase screen brightness 19...
  • Page 52 recovery, system 35 Windows logo key, identifying 7 memory module regulatory information wireless antennas, identifying 11 inserting 31 regulatory label 41 wireless certification label 41 removing 30 wireless certification labels 41 wireless light 5 replacing 29 restore points 37 wireless module compartment, memory module compartment RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 13...

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