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 .....................
Selecting ........................................................................................................... 19 Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 20 Scrolling ............................................................................................ 20 Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. 21 Rotating .....................................................................
8 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 45 Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 45 Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 45 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 13. ● 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 Component 4 Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Lights (select models only) Component (1) Description Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (3) Microphone mute light Amber: Microphone is off. (4) Num lock light On: Num lock is on. (5) Wireless light (select models only) ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) Component (1) Description 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. ● 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) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys. For more information, see Keyboard and pointing devices on page 16. (3) Windows key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key.
Front Component (1) Description Hard drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. (2) 8 Media Card Reader Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Reads data from and writes data to memory sticks and digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD).
Right 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. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
Left Component (1) Description 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. (2) 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.
Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN). (3) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (5) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
Bottom Component Description (1) Battery release latches (2) Releases the battery. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Vent 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. (4) Service door Provides access to the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, the WWAN module slot, the SIM slot, and the memory module slots.
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: ● Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. For more information, see Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 14 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 14. ● Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network.
Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device ● Bluetooth device For more information on wireless technology and connecting to a wireless network, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and website links provided in Help and Support.
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 A hot key is a combination of the fn key and either the esc key, or one of the function keys. 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 Description fn+esc Displays system information. fn+f3 Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other system components turn off and power is conserved.
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: The keyboard on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. (1) Component Description fn key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed in combination with the num lk 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.
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 onscreen 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.
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. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad, and then moving them together. 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.
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 into the battery bay until you hear a click and the battery is properly seated. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place.
3. Remove the battery (3) from the computer. 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, wireless LAN (WLAN) module, or WWAN module. 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.
4. Slide the service door towards the front of the computer (2) and lift (3) to remove the service door. Replacing the service door Replace the service door after accessing the memory module slot, wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, WWAN module slot, SIM slot, and other components. To replace the service door: 24 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the front toward you. 2. Place the service door into position (1). 3.
6. Tighten the 2 service door screws (5). 7. Replace the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 22). Removing or replacing the keyboard CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Save your work and shut down the computer before removing the keyboard. 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.
26 3. Loosen and remove the 2 keyboard screws. 4. Turn the computer right-side up on a flat surface with the front toward you. 5. Open the computer as far as possible. 6. With the keyboard toward you, press down on the keyboard while sliding the keyboard toward the palm rest releasing it from the retention clips.
7. Lift the top of the keyboard at an angle, and then pull the keyboard up to remove it from the palm rest. NOTE: Only pull the keyboard up enough to release it from the computer and flip it over onto the palm rest. The keyboard is connected to the system board via a ribbon cable and a zero insertion force (ZIF) connector. 8. Release the ZIF connector (1) by lifting the latch. 9.
Replacing the keyboard Replace the keyboard after accessing the hard drive and other components. To replace the keyboard: 28 1. Turn the computer right-side up on a flat surface with the front toward you. 2. Open the computer as far as possible. 3. Place the keyboard upside-down (1) on the palm rest with the top facing toward you 4. Insert the ribbon cable (2) into the ZIF connector and then close the ZIF connector latch (3) to secure the keyboard and ribbon cable to the system board. 5.
8. Slide the keyboard (3) toward the back of the computer until the keyboard locks into place. 9. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the front toward you. 10. Insert and tighten the 2 keyboard screws. 11. Insert the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 22).
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 To remove a hard drive: 30 1.
6. Lift the top edge of the hard drive retaining plate (1) up, and then pull the retaining plate (2) up at an angle to remove it from the computer. 7. Pull the hard drive tab (1) toward the edge of the computer to disconnect the hard drive. 8. Lift the hard drive (2) up at an angle, and then pull the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay.
Installing a hard drive To install the hard drive: 32 1. Angle the hard drive into the hard drive bay while inserting the alignment tabs (1) on the edge of the hard drive with the notches on the computer. 2. Lower the hard drive (2) at an angle into the hard drive bay. 3. Pull the hard drive tab (3) toward the center of the computer until the hard drive is seated. 4.
5. Lower the hard drive retaining plate (2) into the hard drive bay. 6. Insert and tighten the 4 hard drive retaining plate screws. 7. Replace the keyboard (see Removing or replacing the keyboard on page 25). 8. Replace the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 22).
9. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer. 10. 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.
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. 7. 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. 8. Replace the service door (see Removing or replacing the service door on page 23). 9. Replace the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 22). 10.
Cleaning your computer Cleaning products Use the following products to safely clean your computer: ● Dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 0.3 percent maximum concentration (For example: Disposable 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 NOTE: Operating system recovery media can be created only once. Thereafter, the option to create that media will not be available. 1. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Disc Creator. 2. Select Driver DVD or Windows DVD. 3. From the drop-down menu, select the drive for burning the recovery media. 4. Click the Burn button to start the burning process.
Performing a system recovery In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files: ● Windows recovery tools: You can use Windows Backup and Restore to recover information you have previously backed up. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that might prevent Windows from starting correctly. ● f11 recovery tools: You can use the f11 recovery tools to recover your original hard drive image.
Using f11 recovery tools CAUTION: Using f11 recovery tools 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. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software not installed at the factory must be reinstalled. To recover the original hard drive image using f11: 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2.
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. ● E-mail support.
Labels NOTE: Your service label may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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.
Index A audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 fn key, identifying 7, 16 function keys, identifying 7 B Backup and Restore 40 battery bay 44 battery bay, identifying 12 battery light 9 battery release latch 12 battery, replacing 22 Bluetooth label 44 buttons left TouchPad 4 power 6 right TouchPad 4 C caps lock light, identifying 5 caring for your computer 37 Certificate of Authenticity label cleaning your computer 37 components bottom 12 display 11 front 8 left
removing 34 replacing 34 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 9 microphone mute key, identifying 16 microphone mute light, identifying 5 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 44 mouse, external setting preferences 18 mute light 5 N network jack, identifying 9 network lights, identifying 9 num lk key, identifying 17 num lock light 5 num lock, external keypad 18 O operating environment 45 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 44 Product Key 44 P pinching TouchPad gesture 21 poi
