HP Pavilion dx6500 - Notebook PC User Manual
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- Page 1 Notebook Tour User Guide...
- Page 2 Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
- 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Product notice ............................3 Top components ........................... 3 TouchPad ..........................3 Lights ........................... 4 Buttons and speakers ......................5 Keys ............................. 6 Front components ..........................8 Rear components ..........................9 Right-side components ........................10 Left-side components ......................... -
Page 7: Identifying Hardware
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. NOTE: Windows®... -
Page 8: Components
Components Chapter 2 Components... -
Page 9: Product Notice
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. 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. -
Page 10: Lights
Lights 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. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. -
Page 11: Buttons And Speakers
Component Description (13) Volume up light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker volume. (14) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. *The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed. -
Page 12: Keys
Component Description DVD button Launches the DVD playback feature of 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. - Page 13 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. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
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Page 14: Front Components
Front components Component Description Wireless switch 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. ● Wireless light Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®... -
Page 15: Rear Components
Rear components Component Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Rear components... -
Page 16: Right-Side Components
Right-side components Component Description Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. USB port Connects an optional USB device. Power connector Connects an AC adapter. Chapter 2 Components... -
Page 17: Left-Side Components
Left-side components 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. -
Page 18: Bottom Components
Bottom components Component Description Battery bay Holds the battery. Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. -
Page 19: Display Components
Display components Component Description Internal display switch* Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is Internal microphones (2) 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. -
Page 20: Wireless Antennae (Select Models Only)
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. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions. -
Page 21: Additional Hardware Components
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. Additional hardware components... -
Page 22: Labels
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. -
Page 23: Index
Index Symbols/Numerics compartment, memory integrated camera light, 1394 port, identifying 11 module 12 identifying 13 components integrated camera, identifying 13 additional hardware 15 internal display switch, AC adapter, identifying 15 bottom 12 identifying 13 antennae 14 display 13 internal microphones, applications key, Windows 7 front 8 identifying 13... - Page 24 integrated camera 13 external monitor 11 volume mute button, identifying 6 media button 4 USB 10, 11 volume mute light, identifying 4 mute 4 power button, identifying 5 volume scroll zone, identifying 6 next/fast forward 4 power connector, identifying 10 volume up light, identifying 5 num lock 5 power cord, identifying 15...