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 pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 23 Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 23 Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 23 Turning the TouchPad off and on ......................................................................
9 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 45 Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 45 DC plug of external HP power supply ................................................................................ 45 Operating environment ....................................................
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1 Welcome The following sections are included in this chapter: ● 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. ● Set up HP QuickWeb—Immediately access the Internet, widgets, and communications programs without launching your main operating system.
Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resource Contents Instructions for setting up the computer ● How to set up the computer ● Identification of computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: ● Instructions for the following: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation.
Resource Contents Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP customer support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. HP Web site ● Customer support information To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation.
2 Getting to know your computer The following sections are included in this chapter: 4 ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Top TouchPad Component (1) Description TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off. (3) TouchPad zone 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 TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Lights Component (1) (2) (3) (4) 6 Description TouchPad light Caps lock light Power light Wireless light Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Buttons Component Power button Description ● 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. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.
Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions. (3) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. (4) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (5) QuickWeb key ● When the computer is off or in Hibernations, press the button to open HP QuickWeb.
Front Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound. Right side Component Description (1) Optical drive (select models only) Reads and writes to an optical disc. (2) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. (3) Optical drive eject button Opens the optical drive. (4) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (5) AC adapter light ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged.
Left side Component Description (1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (2) 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. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Component Description (9) Hard drive light Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. (10) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (3) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam. (4) Internal microphone Records sound. *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
Bottom Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (3) 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.
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 key (or QuickWeb button on select models), and then start browsing the Internet, communicating with Skype, and exploring other HP QuickWeb programs.
Starting HP QuickWeb ▲ To start HP QuickWeb, press the QuickWeb key (or QuickWeb button on select models) when the computer is off or in Hibernation. The following table explains the different behaviors of the QuickWeb key (or QuickWeb button on select models). Key Behavior QuickWeb key (or QuickWeb button on select models) ● When the computer is off or in Hibernation, opens HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, opens the default Web browser.
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: 16 ● 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 18.
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 network to connect to. 5. Click Connect. 6. If required, enter the security key. Setting up a new WLAN network Required equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wireless router.
5 Keyboard and pointing devices The following sections are included in this chapter: ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices 19
Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are used for performing customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. The icons on the f1 through f12 keys represent the action key functions. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature in Setup Utility.
Icon Action Description Play/Pause Plays, pauses, or resumes an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. Next Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD. Volume down Decreases speaker volume. Volume up Increases speaker volume. Mute Mutes or restores speaker sound. Wireless Turns the wireless feature on or off. NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must be set up.
Using keypads The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad. The computer also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Using the integrated numeric keypad (1) Component Description num lk key Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on the integrated numeric keypad. NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the computer is turned off remains on when the computer is turned back on.
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.
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. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Synaptics > Settings. 2. Click a gesture to activate the demonstration. To turn the gestures on and off: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Synaptics > Settings. 2.
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 disabled 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.
Rotating Rotating allows you to rotate items such as photos. To rotate, anchor your left forefinger in the TouchPad zone. Move the right forefinger around the anchored finger in a sweeping motion, moving from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your right forefinger from 3 o’clock to 12 o’clock. NOTE: Rotating is disabled at the factory. NOTE: Rotating must be done within the TouchPad zone. Flicking Flicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents.
6 Maintenance The following sections are included in this chapter: ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Cleaning your computer 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, and rotate it downward (2) until it is seated.
To remove the battery: CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. 1. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 2. Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery (3).
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. Removing the hard drive 30 1.
7. Lift the hard drive (2) out of the hard drive bay.
Installing a hard drive 32 1. Insert the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay. 2. Connect the hard drive cable (2) to the hard drive connector on the system board. 3. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover (1) with the notches on the computer. 4. Close the cover (2). 5. Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 6. Replace the battery.
7. Reconnect external power and external devices. 8. Turn on the computer. Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module slots. 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.
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.
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. 8. Align the tabs on the memory module compartment cover (1) with the notches on the computer. 9. Close the cover (2). 10. Tighten the 2 memory module compartment cover screws (3). 11. Replace the battery. 12.
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. Cleaning your computer Cleaning the display CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the display.
7 Backup and recovery Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed.
Restore In the event of hard drive failure, to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can create using HP Recovery Manager. HP recommends that you use this software to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive immediately after software setup.
To create a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing a system restore HP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. HP Recovery Manager works from recovery discs, a recovery flash drive, or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive.
Restoring using the restore media 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer or an optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer. – or – Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer, and then restart the computer. NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager, the computer boot order needs to be changed. 3. Press f9 at system bootup. 4.
You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Back up your system at the following times: ● At regularly scheduled times TIP: Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired or restored ● Before you add or modify hardware or software Guidelines: ● Create system restore points using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to an optical disc or an external hard drive.
Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes. NOTE: Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. You also can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for your files and settings.
8 Customer support The following sections are included in this chapter: ● 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.
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 inside the battery bay.
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.
Operating environment Factor Metric U.S.
Index A AC adapter light 9 action keys adjusting volume 21 audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 20 Help and Support 20 identifying 8 muting speaker sound 21 screen brightness down 20 screen brightness up 20 switching screen image 20 using 20 wireless 21 right side 9 top 5 connector, power 9 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 41 personal files 41 battery bay 13, 44 battery release latch 13 battery, replacing 28 Bluetooth label 44 buttons left TouchPad 5 power 7 right TouchPad 5 TouchP
memory module compartment cover removing 33 replacing 35 memory module slots 13 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 44 mouse, external setting preferences 23 mute key, identifying 21 N network jack, identifying 10 num lk key, identifying 22 O operating environment 46 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 44 Product Key 44 optical drive, identifying 9 P pinching TouchPad gesture 26 pointing devices, setting preferences 23 ports external monitor 10 HDMI 10 USB 9, 10 power button
