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 .....................
Navigating ......................................................................................................... 22 Selecting ........................................................................................................... 23 Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 23 Scrolling ............................................................................................ 24 Pinching/Zooming .......................................
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 44 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 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. 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 NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. 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) Microphone mute light Amber: Microphone is off. (3) Num lock light On: Num lock is on. (4) Wireless light ● 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) NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. 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.
Component Description (3) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a wireless connection. (4) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound. (5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
Keys NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. 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 19. (3) Windows key Displays the Windows Start menu.
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 19. (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) 10 Media Card Reader Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Reads data from and writes data to 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 Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) AC adapter/Battery light ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charged from 0 to 89 percent. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent. ● Blinking 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.
Display NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description (1) WLAN antennas* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN). (3) Internal microphones (select models only) Record sound. (4) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
Component Description (1) WLAN antennas* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN). (3) Internal microphones (select models only) Record sound. (4) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use. (5) Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
Bottom Component (1) Description Battery and service door release latches ● Releases the battery from the battery bay by sliding the release latches one time. ● When the battery has been removed from the battery bay, releases the service door from the computer by sliding the release latches a second time. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Service door Provides access to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, the WWAN module 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 17 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 17. ● Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network.
Connecting to a wireless network (select models only) Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires.
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 (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 Description fn+esc Displays system information. fn+f3 Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory.
Using keypads The computer includes an embedded numeric keypad or 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 embedded numeric keypad (select models only) (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.
When num lock on an external keypad is turned on, the num lock light on the computer is turned on. When num lock on an external keypad is turned off, the num lock light on the computer is turned off. To turn num lock on or off on an external keypad as you work: ▲ Press the num lk key on the external keypad, not on the computer.
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 Pointing Device 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. Pinching/Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text. 24 ● 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 must be done within the TouchPad zone. NOTE: Rotating is disabled at the factory.
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. Insert the battery into the battery bay, aligning the tabs on the battery (1) with the notches on the computer, and then press the battery (2) down until it is seated. 2. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place.
2. Tilt the battery upward (2) and remove it from the computer. Using the optional security screw Use the optional security screw to lock the service door to the bottom of the computer. When not in use the security screw can be stored inside the battery bay. To use the security screw: 1. Remove the battery. CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information.
2. Remove the security screw from inside the battery bay (1) and insert it (2) to lock the service door in place. NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your 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 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.
Removing the service door Remove the service door to access the memory module slot, hard drive, regulatory label, and other components. To remove the service door: 1. Remove the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 26). 2.
3. Slide the service door towards the battery bay until the service door snaps into place (4), and if you choose to, insert and tighten the optional security screw (5) to hold the service door in place. For more information on using the optional security screw, see Using the optional security screw on page 27. NOTE: If you do not want to use the optional security screw, you can store it inside the battery bay. 4. Insert the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 26).
5. Remove the service door (see Removing or replacing the service door on page 28). 6. Remove the 4 hard drive screws from the hard drive. 7. Pull the hard drive tab (1) towards the side of the computer to disconnect the hard drive. 8. Lift the hard drive (2) 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 aligning the tabs on the hard drive (1) with the notches on the computer, and then lower the hard drive (2) into the hard drive bay. 2. Pull the hard drive tab (3) toward the center of the computer until the hard drive is seated.
3. Tighten the 4 hard drive screws to secure the hard drive. 4. Replace the service door (see Removing or replacing the service door on page 28). 5. Replace the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 26). 6. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer. 7. Turn on the computer. Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module slots.
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. 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. 1. Save your work and shut down the computer. 2.
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 28). 9. Replace the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 26). 10.
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 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. 42 ● 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 (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Have this information available when you contact support. The service label is affixed inside the battery bay.
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 11 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 11 fingerprint reader, identifying 7 fn key, identifying 8, 9, 19 function keys, identifying 8, 9 B Backup and Restore 39 battery and service door release latches 15 battery bay, identifying 15 battery light 12 battery, replacing 26 Bluetooth label 43 buttons left TouchPad 4 optical drive eject 11 power 6 right TouchPad 4 C caps lock light, identifying 5 caring for your computer 36 Certificate of Authenticity label
M Media Card Reader, identifying 10 memory module identifying 15 inserting 34 removing 34 memory modules, replacing 33 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 11 microphone mute key, identifying 19 microphone mute light, identifying 5 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 43 mouse, external setting preferences 22 mute light 5 N network jack, identifying 12 network lights, identifying 12 num lk key, identifying 20, 21 num lock light 5 num lock, external keypad 22 O operating environment 44 operating sy
