This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager.
Components Top components Lights ✎ Your computer may look slightly different from the illustrations in this chapter. Component Power lights* Wireless lights 1–2 Description On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in standby. Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected.
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Component Light sensor Caps lock light Num lock light Volume mute light IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Battery light *There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open; the other power light is always visible on the front of the computer.
Components Pointing devices ✎ Your computer may look slightly different from the illustrations in this chapter. The pointing stick (select models only) and TouchPad controls can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model. Component Fingerprint reader (select models only)*...
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Component Center pointing stick button (select models only) Right pointing stick button (select models only) TouchPad scroll zone* Right TouchPad button Center TouchPad button (select models only) Left TouchPad button* TouchPad* *This table describes default settings.To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start >...
Components Buttons and switches Component Power button* 1–6 Description When the computer is ■ Off, press to turn on the computer. ■ In standby, briefly press to exit standby. ■ In hibernation, briefly press to exit hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least...
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Notebook Tour Description Launches Info Center, which enables you to open the following software solutions: Altiris Local Recovery, Contact HP, Help and Support, Accessories Product Tour (Options Demo), ProtectTools Security Manager, Software Setup, System Information, and Wireless Assistant. Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.
Components Keys Component esc key fn key Windows logo key 1–8 Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key. Displays the Microsoft Windows Start menu.
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Component Windows applications key Integrated numeric keypad Function keys Notebook Tour Description Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key.
Components Hotkey quick reference To perform this function Display system information Clear system information Initiate standby Resume from standby Alternate between computer display and external display View battery information Clear battery information Decrease screen brightness Increase screen brightness Turn on and off light sensor 1–10 Press fn+esc...
Front components Component Wireless light Power light Notebook Tour Description On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on. On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in standby. Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected.
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Components Component Battery light IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Speakers (2) Display release latch Digital Media Slot 1–12 Description Amber: A battery pack is charging. Green: A battery pack is close to full charge capacity. Blinking amber: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition.
Rear components Component Security cable slot Vent* RJ-11 (modem) jack Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location. Notebook Tour Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Ä The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Components Right-side components Component Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack USB ports (2) Optical drive Optical drive button RJ-45 (network) jack 1–14 Description Produces system stereo sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional headset or microphone.
Left-side components Component Vent* Power connector External monitor port Notebook Tour Description Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä 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...
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Components Component S-Video-out jack USB ports (2) 1394 port PC Card slot Smart card slot PC Card eject button *Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location. 1–16 Description Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
Bottom components Component Hard drive bay Expansion memory module and Mini Card compartment Notebook Tour Description Holds the hard drive. Contains the expansion memory module slot. and a wireless LAN device. Ä To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, replace with only a Mini Card device authorized for use in the...
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Components Component Accessory battery connector Primary battery pack release latches (2) Primary battery bay Docking connector Vents* *Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location. 1–18 Description Connects an optional accessory battery. Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay.
Components Wireless antennae There are 2 wireless antennae that send and receive wireless device signals. They are not visible from the outside of the computer. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center.
Components Additional hardware components Component Power cord* AC adapter Primary battery pack* *Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 1–20 Description Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Converts AC power to DC power. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power.
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 name, product number (P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact Customer Care.
The following sections provide information on the operating environment specifications and power specifications of the computer. 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 Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc)
DC power source, it is strongly recommended that the computer be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications.
1394 port 1–16 altitude specifications 2–1 antennae 1–19 applications key, Windows 1–9 audio-in (microphone) jack 1–14 audio-out (headphone) jack 1–14 battery bay 1–18 battery light, identifying 1–3 1–12 battery pack release latch 1–18 battery pack, identifying 1–20 bays battery 1–18 hard drive 1–17 Bluetooth label 1–21 buttons...
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Index Digital Media Slot, location 1–12 display release latch 1–12 docking connector 1–18 drives hard 1–17 optical 1–14 eject button, PC Card slot 1–16 environmental specifications 2–1 exhaust vents 1–13 1–18 external monitor port 1–15 fingerprint reader 1–4 key 1–8 function keys 1–9 hard drive bay, identifying 1–17...
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mute 1–3 num lock 1–3 power 1–2 wireless 1–2 lock, security cable 1–13 memory module compartment, expansion 1–17 Memory Stick 1–12 Memory Stick Duo 1–12 Memory Stick Pro 1–12 microphone (audio-in) jack 1–14 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 1–21 modem approval label 1–21 modem cable 1–14 monitor port, external 1–15 MultiMediaCard 1–12...
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Index serial number, notebook 1–21 service tag 1–21 slots 6-in-1 Digital Media 1–12 memory 1–17 PC Card 1–16 security cable 1–13 smart card 1–16 Smart AC Adapter, identifying 1–20 smart card slot 1–16 SmartMedia (SM) card 1–12 speakers 1–12 specifications operating environment 2–1 rated input power 2–2 S-Video-out jack 1–16...
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