Getting Started HP Notebook
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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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Table of contents 1 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2 2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 4 Top .....................
Setting auto panel rotation preferences ............................................................................. 24 Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 24 Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 24 Using the pointing stick .................................................................................................
Windows Vista .................................................................................................................................... 51 Backing up your information .............................................................................................. 51 Performing a recovery ....................................................................................................... 52 Using the Windows recovery tools ....................................................................
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1 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 16. ● Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates.
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: ● How to connect to a wireless network Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. ● How to use the keyboard and pointing devices – or – ● Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation.
Resources For information about Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. HP Web site ● Support information To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Ordering parts and finding additional help ● Accessories available for the device Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides > View Warranty Information.
2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right ● Left ● Display ● Rear ● Bottom Top TouchPad Component 4 Description (1) Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (2) Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Component Description (3) TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (6) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Lights Component Description (1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (2) TouchPad light ● Off: TouchPad is on. ● Amber: TouchPad is off.
Component (7) (8) (9) 6 Description Drive light Battery light Power light Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ● White: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● White: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Amber: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
Buttons Component Description (1) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound. (2) Volume down button Decreases computer volume. (3) Volume up button Increases computer volume.
Keys Component 8 Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, the num lk key, or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Front Component Description (1) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (2) External WWAN antenna button Opens the external wireless wide area network (WWAN) antenna. (3) External WWAN antenna Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). (4) Power switch ● When the computer is off, slide the switch to the right to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, slide the switch to the right to shut down the computer.
Right Component Description (1) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. (2) QuickWeb button ● When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the button to open the default Web browser.
Left Component (1) Description Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Card (2) Pen holder Stores the digitizer pen. (3) 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. (4) ExpressCard slot (select models only) Supports optional ExpressCards.
Display Component Description (1) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Webcam.
Rear Component (1) Description Jog dial In slate mode, functions like the enter key and the up and down arrows on a standard keyboard. ● Press inward to enter a command. ● Rotate up to scroll up. ● Rotate down to scroll down. (2) esc button In slate mode, allows you to exit or escape out of an application. (3) Rotate button In slate mode, switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation.
Bottom Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) SIM slot Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. (3) Vents (3) 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.
3 HP QuickWeb ● Starting HP QuickWeb The HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favorite activities. Your computer is ready to go within seconds of starting QuickWeb, allowing you to rapidly access the Internet, widgets, and communication programs. Simply press the QuickWeb button on your computer, and then start browsing the Internet, communicating with Skype, and exploring other HP QuickWeb programs.
4 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: ● Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. Refer to Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 17 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 17.
Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires.
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: ● Windows 7—Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a network. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
5 Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Rotating the display ● Using pointing devices ● Using touch screen gestures Using the keyboard Identifying the hotkeys A hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the function keys (3). To use a hotkey: ▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey combination. Hotkey combination fn+esc Description Displays system information.
Hotkey combination fn+f3 Description Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system. The display and other system components turn off and power is conserved. To exit Sleep, briefly slide the power button. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sleep. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored is saved to the hard drive.
Using the embedded numeric keypad (1) Component Description fn key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed in combination with the num lk key. NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad is turned off while an external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the computer. (2) Embedded numeric keypad When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an external numeric keypad. Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Press fn+num lk to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. Press fn+num lk again to turn off the keypad. NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad is turned off while an external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the computer.
2. Rotate the display 180 degrees clockwise. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to your computer, do not force the display past 180 degrees. 3. Lower the display over the keyboard. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to your computer, do not transport the computer while it is in slate mode.
Setting auto panel rotation preferences Use Tablet Screen Rotation in Windows to customize settings for the auto panel rotation feature. This will allow the computer screen to rotate between landscape and portrait orientation either automatically or manually when operating in slate mode. To turn on auto panel rotation: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Tablet Screen Rotation. 2. Select Automatically rotate screen using accelerometer. 3. Click OK.
Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, press the fn+f5 hotkey. NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on. 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 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: 1. Click the Show hidden icons icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. 2. Click the Synaptics icon 3.
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad, and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed. NOTE: Two-finger scrolling is enabled at the factory. 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.
Holding the pen Hold the pen as if you were writing with a standard pen or pencil.
Storing the pen To store the pen when you are not using it, insert the pen, tip first, into the pen holder on the computer. Using touch screen gestures You can use your fingers or the digitizer pen on the touch screen. To modify gestures on the touch screen: ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Touch. NOTE: Not all gestures are supported in all programs.
Flicking Touch the screen in a light, quick flicking motion up, down, left, or right to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents. NOTE: For the flick movement to work, a scrollbar must be present in the active window. Dragging Press your finger on an item on the screen, and then move your finger to drag the item to a new location. You can also use this motion to slowly scroll through documents.
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers slightly apart on the screen, and then drag them across the screen in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed. Rotating Rotating allows you rotate items such as photos. To rotate, anchor your thumb on the screen, and then move your forefinger in a semicircular motion around your thumb.
Pinching/Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out an item. ● Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the screen, and then pull the fingers apart. ● Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the screen, and then pull the fingers together. Setting touch screen preferences ▲ To set preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Touch. These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the computer.
6 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers 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 until it is seated and pivot it down (2) until it automatically locks the battery into place.
2. Remove the battery from the computer (2). 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. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
5. Remove the hard drive cover (2). 6. Loosen the 2 hard drive screws (1). 7. Pull the hard drive tab to the left (2) to disconnect the hard drive. 8. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. Installing a hard drive 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Pull the hard drive tab (2) to the right until the hard drive snaps into place.
36 3. Tighten the 2 hard drive screws (3). 4. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 5. Close the cover (2). 6. Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 7. Replace the battery. 8. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. 9. Turn on the computer.
Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module compartments. The capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components.
38 6. Remove the 2 rubber covers (1) and 5 keyboard screws (2) on the bottom of the computer. 7. Using a thin, flat tool, release the tabs around the keyboard (1) and lift the keyboard up at an angle to expose the keyboard and pointing stick ZIF connectors (2). 8. Lift the pointing stick ZIF connector up (1) and remove the cable from the ZIF connector (2). 9. Lift the keyboard ZIF connector up (3) and remove the cable from the ZIF connector (4).
10. Remove the keyboard from the computer (5). 11. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module. The memory module tilts up.
b. 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. 12. Insert a new memory module: CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only.
c. 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. 13. Reconnect the keyboard cable (1) by inserting the cable into the ZIF connector and pressing the connector down (2). 14. Reconnect the pointing stick cable (3) by inserting the cable into the ZIF connector and pressing the connector down (4).
15. Align the tabs on the keyboard with the notches on the computer (1) and replace the keyboard (2). 16. Replace the 5 keyboard screws (1) and 2 rubber covers (2) on the bottom of the computer. 17. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 18. Close the cover (2).
19. Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 20. Replace the battery. 21. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. 22. Turn on the computer. To add or replace the secondary memory module: CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation.
5. Remove the hard drive cover (2). 6. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module. The memory module tilts up. b. 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.
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. a. Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. b. With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment, press the module (2) into the memory module slot until it is seated. c.
12. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. 13. Turn on the computer.
Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions. You can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available.
7 Backup and recovery Windows 7 ● Backing up your information ● Performing a system recovery To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive (select models only), create system repair discs (select models only) by using the installed optical drive (select models only) or an optional external optical drive, or create system restore points.
Note the following when backing up: ● Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly. ● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery. 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition.
CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. To initiate recovery using a Windows 7 operating system DVD: NOTE: This process takes several minutes. 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2.
You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Note the following when backing up: ● Store personal files in the Documents folder, and back it up regularly. ● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery. 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition.
technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
8 Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels 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. Here you can: ● Chat online with an HP technician.
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 (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Have this information available when you contact technical support. The serial number label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
9 Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment 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.
Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 port, identifying 11 A Accessory battery connector identifying 14 Accessory battery connector door identifying 14 Ambient light sensor, identifying 12 ambient light, hotkey 20 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 10 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 10 B Backup and Restore 49 Backup and Restore Center 52 battery bay 14, 56 battery light 6 battery release latch 14 battery, replacing 33 bluetooth compartment identifying 9 Bluetooth label 56 buttons left TouchPad 5 pointi
keypads, identifying 21 keys esc 8 fn 8, 21 function 8 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L labels Bluetooth 56 HP Mobile Broadband Module 56 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 56 regulatory 56 serial number 56 SIM 56 wireless certification 56 WLAN 56 latch, battery release 14 lights battery 6 caps lock 5 drive 6 mute 5 num lock 5 power 6 TouchPad 5 volume down 5 volume up 5 webcam 12 M Media Card Reader, identifying 11 memory module inserting 40, 44 removing 39, 44 replacing 37 microphone (audio-in)
scrolling 27 zooming 27 TouchPad light, identifying 5 TouchPad, identifying 5 traveling with the computer 56 U USB charging port, identifying 11 USB ports, identifying 10 V vents, identifying 11, 14 volume down button, identifying 7 volume down light 5 volume mute button, identifying 7 volume up button, identifying 7 volume up light 5 W webcam 12 webcam light identifying 9 webcam light, identifying 12 webcam, identifying 12 Windows 7 operating system DVD 50 Windows applications key, identifying 8 Windows Ba
