Notebook Tour Document Part Number: 405785-001 May 2006 This guide explains the computer hardware features.
Contents 1 Components Top components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Pointing devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4 Buttons and reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7 Hotkey quick reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager. included with the computer may vary by region ✎ Components and by model.
Components Top components Lights Component Description 1 Volume mute light On: Computer sound is turned off. 2 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. 3 Drive light ■ Blinking green: The hard drive is being accessed. ■ Amber: HP Mobile Data Protection with accelerometer software has temporarily parked the internal hard drive.
Components Component Description 4 Battery light Amber: A battery pack is charging. Green: A battery pack is close to full charge capacity. Blinking amber: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged.
Components Pointing devices The pointing stick and TouchPad controls can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model. Component 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. 3 TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
Components Component Description 5 Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 6 TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down. 7 Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse.
Components Buttons and reader 1–6 Component Description 1 Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Microsoft® Windows®, instead of a password logon. 2 Presentation button Starts the Presentation feature. 3 Volume mute button Mutes and restores computer sound. 4 Volume down button Decreases computer sound. 5 Volume up button Increases computer sound.
Components Keys Component Description 1 Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Function keys (6) to the table in “Hotkey quick reference” for a description of ✎ Refer each hotkey. 2 fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function 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.
Components Hotkey quick reference 1–8 To perform this function Press Initiate standby fn+f3 Resume from standby Slide the Power switch toward the front of the computer.
Components Front components Component Description 1 Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the computer and an optional IrDA-compliant device. 2 Bluetooth module (select models only) Sends and receives Bluetooth device signals. Å 3 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Components Rear components 1–10 Component Description 1 USB port Connects an optional USB device. 2 RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. 3 RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. 4 Power connector Connects an AC adapter. 5 External monitor port Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.
Components Right-side components Component Description 1 Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. 2 Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. 3 Powered USB port Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if used with a powered USB cable.
Components Left-side components Component Description 1 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Ä The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 2 Vent Ä Enables airflow to cool internal components. To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface.
Components Component Description 5 Info Center button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions. 6 Power switch* When the computer is ■ Off, slide toward the front of the computer and release to turn on the computer. ■ In standby, slide toward the front of the computer and release to exit standby. ■ In hibernation, slide toward the front of the computer and release to exit hibernation.
Components Bottom components Component Description 1 Docking connector Connects the computer to an optional docking device. 2 Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery. 3 Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
Components Component Description 4 Battery bay Holds the internal primary battery pack. 5 Primary battery pack release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. 6 Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. 7 Expansion memory module compartment Contains one expansion memory module slot.
Components Wireless antennae On select computer models, 2 wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center. optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around ✎ For the antennae free from obstructions.
Components Additional hardware components Component Description 1 HP Smart AC Adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 2 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 3 Primary battery pack* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. 4 Modem cable* Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter.
Components Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systems problems or travel internationally with the computer. 1–18 ■ Service tag—Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact Customer Care. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
2 Specifications The following sections provide information on the operating environment specifications and power specifications of the computer. Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table might be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Factor Metric U.S.
Specifications Rated input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with your computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it is strongly recommended that the computer be powered only with an AC adapter or DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer.
Index A C AC adapter 1–10 accessory battery 1–14 accessory battery connector 1–14 altitude specifications 2–1 audio-in (microphone) jack 1–11 audio-out (headphone) jack 1–11 caps lock light 1–2 connectors accessory battery 1–14 docking 1–14 power 1–10 country-specific modem adapter 1–17 B battery bay, primary 1–15 battery light 1–3 battery pack release latch 1–15 battery pack, accessory battery connector 1–14 Bluetooth module 1–9 buttons Info Center 1–13 left pointing stick 1–4 left TouchPad 1–4 present
Index H hard drive bay 1–15 headphone jack 1–11 hibernation, exiting 1–13 HP Smart AC Adapter 1–17 humidity specifications 2–1 I Info Center button 1–13 infrared port 1–9 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 1–11 audio-out (headphone) 1–11 RJ-11 (modem) 1–10 RJ-45 (network) 1–10 S-Video-out 1–10 Java Cards 1–11 K keys fn 1–7 function 1–7 Windows applications 1–7 Windows logo 1–7 L labels 1–18 left pointing stick button 1–4 left TouchPad button 1–4 lights battery 1–3 caps lock 1–2 drive 1–2 Index–2 num lock
Index S security cable slot 1–12 slots Digital Media 1–11 PC Card 1–11 smart card reader 1–11 smart cards 1–11 speaker 1–13 specifications operating environment 2–1 rated input power 2–2 standby, exiting 1–13 S-Video-out jack 1–10 T temperature specifications 2–1 TouchPad buttons 1–4 TouchPad location 1–4 TouchPad scroll zone 1–5 traveling with computer, environmental specifications 2–2 U USB port 1–11, 1–12 V vents 1–12, 1–14 volume controls 1–6 mute light 1–2 W Windows applications key 1–7 Windows lo
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