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 ....................
Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 27 Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 28 Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 28 Using the pointing stick ......................................................................................................
8 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 48 Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 48 Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 49 Index ...........................................
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1 Welcome 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, see Networking on page 20. ● 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. For more information, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this guide on your computer: ● How to maximize battery life Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
Resources For information about Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides > View Warranty Information. – or – Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box.
2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component 4 Description (1) Pointing stick (select models only) Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (2) Left pointing stick button (select models only) Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
Component Description (5) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (6) Right pointing stick button (select models only) Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (7) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Lights NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) 6 Description TouchPad light Caps lock light Power light Wireless light Web browser light Mute light Num lock light Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● On: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (2) 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.
Component 8 Description (5) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound. (6) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
Keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. For more information, see Keyboard and pointing devices on page 24.
Front NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Display release latch Opens the computer. (2) Wireless light ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/ or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Right NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component (1) Description Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.
Component (7) Description Vents (2) 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. (8) 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.
Component (6) Description Vents (2) 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. (7) 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.
Left NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a camcorder. (3) USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB power performance. (4) HP ExpressCard slot or smart card reader (depending on configuration) Supports optional ExpressCards or smart cards.
Rear NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description (1) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. (2) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Display NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description (1) Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Internal display switch NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (3)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN).
Component Description (1) Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Internal display switch NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (3) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN).
Bottom NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component (1) Description Vents (4) 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. 18 (2) Battery release latch Releases the battery. (3) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.
Component Description (8) Bluetooth compartment Supports a Bluetooth device. (9) Service door Provides access to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, the WWAN module slot, and the memory module slots. 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.
3 Networking 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: 20 ● Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. For more information, see Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 21 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 22. ● Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network.
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. NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and password to access the Internet. Record this information and store it in a safe place.
3. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. 4. Select a WLAN to connect to. NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point. NOTE: If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, click Open Network and Sharing Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. A list of options is displayed. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. 5. Click Connect.
Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, see 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 > 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.
4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Identifying the Hot keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. A hot key is a combination of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the function keys (3). To use a hot key: ▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the hot key combination. Hot key combination fn+esc 24 Description Displays system information.
Hot key combination fn+f3 Description Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other system components turn off and power is conserved. To exit Sleep, briefly press 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 in system memory is saved to the hard drive.
Using keypads The computer includes an embedded numeric keypad. The computer also supports an optional external numeric keypad, or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Using the embedded numeric keypad NOTE: (1) Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description fn key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed in combination with the num lk key.
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad You can temporarily alternate the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions: ● To use the navigational function of a keypad key while the keypad is off, press and hold the fn key while pressing the keypad key. ● To use the standard function of a keypad key while the keypad is on: ◦ Press and hold the fn key to type in lowercase.
Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties: ● Select Start > Devices and Printers.
Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button. The TouchPad light and on-screen display icons indicate the TouchPad status. The following table shows and describes the TouchPad display icons. TouchPad light Icon Description Amber Indicates that the TouchPad is off. Off Indicates that the TouchPad is on. Navigating To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.
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 Pointing Device icon 3. Click the Device Settings tab, select the device in the window that is displayed, and then click Settings. 4.
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. 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.
5 Maintenance Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Insert the battery (1) into the battery bay until it is seated. The battery release latch (2) automatically locks the battery into place.
Removing or replacing the service door CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Save your work and shut down the computer before adding or replacing a memory module or hard drive. 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.
Replacing the service door Replace the service door after accessing the memory module slot, hard drive, regulatory label, and other components. To replace the service door: 1. Tilt down the service door to align the front edge of the service door near the front edge of the computer (1). 2. Insert the alignment tabs (2) on the rear edge of the service door with the notches on the computer. 3. Slide the service door toward the battery bay until the service door snaps into place. 4.
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.
9. Use the plastic tab to lift the connector side of the hard drive up at an angle (3) and remove the drive (4) from the computer. To remove the hard drive for the ProBook: 36 1. Save your work and shut down the computer. 2. Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 32). 4. Remove the service door (see Removing the service door on page 33). 5. Loosen the 3 hard drive screws (1). 6.
Installing a hard drive To install the hard drive for the EliteBook: 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay at an angle (1), and then lay the hard drive flat in the hard drive bay (2). 2. Pull the plastic tab (3) toward the center of the computer to engage the hard drive with the connector. 3. Tighten the hard drive screws (4). 4. Rotate the smart card reader (1) until it lies flat on top of the hard drive. 5.
8. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer. 9. Turn on the computer. To install the hard drive for the ProBook: 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay at an angle (1), and then lay the hard drive flat in the hard drive bay (2). 2. Pull the plastic tab (3) toward the center of the computer to engage the hard drive with the connector. 3. Tighten the hard drive screws (4). 4. Replace the service door (see Replacing the service door on page 34). 5.
Cleaning your computer Cleaning products Use the following products to safely clean and disinfect your computer: ● Dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 0.3 percent maximum concentration (For example: germicidal disposable wipes. These wipes come in a variety of brand names.
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard. A vacuum cleaner can deposit household debris on the keyboard surface. CAUTION: When cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard, do not let liquids drip between the keys. This can permanently damage internal components.
6 Backup and 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) with the installed optical drive (select models only) or an optional external optical drive, or create system restore points. In case of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer.
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator HP Recovery Disc Creator is a software program that offers an alternative way to create recovery media. After you successfully set up the computer, you can create recovery media using HP Recovery Disc Creator. This recovery media performs a system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted. A system recovery reinstalls the original operating system and the software programs installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for the programs.
NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required. ● When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the external drive. To create a backup using Backup and Restore: NOTE: Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process. NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer. 1.
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.
Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, contact support. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html. You can also order the DVD by calling support. For contact information, see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer.
7 Support Contacting 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 support. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html. Here you can: ● Chat online with an HP technician. NOTE: When support chat is not available in a particular language, it is available in English. 46 ● E-mail support.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer: ● Service label—Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (3) Part number/Product number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Have this information available when you contact support.
8 Specifications 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. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer.
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Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 port, identifying right side 11 top 4 connector, power 14 14 A accessory battery connector, identifying 18 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 11, 12 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 11, 12 D display release latch 10 DisplayPort, identifying 11, 12 docking connector, identifying 18 E embedded numeric keypad, identifying 9, 26 eSATA port 11, 12 esc key, identifying 9 ExpressCard slot 14 external monitor port 15 B Backup and Restore 43 battery bay 47 identifying 18
Windows applications 9 Windows logo 9 L labels Bluetooth 47 HP Mobile Broadband Module 47 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 47 regulatory 47 service 47 SIM 47 wireless certification 47 WLAN 47 latch battery release 18 service door release 18 lights battery 10 caps lock 6 hard drive 10 keyboard 16 num lock 6 power 6, 10 TouchPad 6 webcam 16, 17 wireless 6 M Media Card Reader, identifying 14 memory module identifying 19 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 11, 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity l
WLAN connecting 21 protecting 23 WLAN antennas, identifying 16, 17 WLAN device 47 WLAN label 47 WWAN antennas, identifying 16, 17 Z zooming TouchPad gesture 52 Index 31
