HP Laptop User Manual page 16

Component
6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Battery release latch
Caps lock light
esc key
Fingerprint reader
fn key
Hard drive light
HDMI port
HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer
Integrated numeric keypad
Internal display switch
Internal microphones
Left control zone
Left TouchPad button
Memory card reader
Mute light
num lock key
Optical drive
Description
Releases the battery.
On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters.
Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the esc key, or on select models, the
the spacebar.
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
Provides superior bass sound.
When num lock is on, it can be used like an external numeric
keypad.
Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
Record sound.
Textured area that allows you to perform additional gestures.
Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage,
share or access information.
To insert a card:
▲ Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the
slot, insert the card into the slot, and then push in on the
card until it is firmly seated.
To remove a card:
▲ Press in on the card it until it pops out.
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Amber: Computer sound is off.
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Off: Computer sound is on.
Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
reads and writes to an optical disc.
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