HP Mini User Guide
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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 Getting started 2 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware ....................................................................................................................... 2 Top components .................................................................................................................. 2 TouchPad ............................................................................................................ 2 Lights .................................................
Using Battery Check .......................................................................................................... 17 Inserting or removing the battery ....................................................................................... 17 Charging a battery ............................................................................................................. 18 Maximizing battery discharge time ....................................................................................
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ............................................................. 36 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ............................................................................................................................ 37 Identifying your multimedia components ........................................................................... 37 Adjusting the volume ...................................................................................................
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................................... 54 Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 54 Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 54 Using TouchPad gestures ..........................................................................
1 Getting started Your HP computer's main operating system is Microsoft® Windows®. The Microsoft Windows operating system displays the desktop on the display and controls your HP computer's hardware, peripherals, and software programs.
2 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most computer models. To see a list of hardware installed in the computer: ▲ Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Click System, and then click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify computer configurations using Device Manager.
Lights Component (1) (2) (3) Description Caps lock light Mute light Wireless light ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. NOTE: Wireless devices are enabled at the factory. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number when pressed in combination with 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. (5) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
Right-side components Component (1) (2) (3) Description Digital Media Slot Power light Power switch Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick ● Memory Stick Pro ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card ● Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory Card ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Component Description NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover Connects a network cable. Left-side components Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) Battery light ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a battery error.
Component Description WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled. NOTE: The audio component must have a 4conductor connector. Display components Component Description (1) Initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on.
Bottom components Component Description (1) Battery locking latch Locks the battery into the battery bay. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. NOTE: (3) Battery release latch The SIM slot is located under the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Removing the vanity cover Removing the vanity cover allows access to the memory module compartment, regulatory label, and other important components. To remove the vanity cover: 1. Disconnect the computer from AC power. 2.
5. Lift the back edge (3) of the vanity cover, and then remove it from the computer (4). NOTE: It is normal for the vanity cover to flex slightly, and you may also hear some popping noises when the vanity cover tabs disengage from the base. Replacing the vanity cover Replace the vanity cover after accessing the memory module compartment, regulatory label, and other important components. To replace the vanity cover: 1.
3. Replace the battery (3). NOTE: For more information, refer to the section “Inserting or removing the battery,” later in this guide. 4. Reconnect the AC power and any external devices to the computer. Wireless antennas 10 Component Description (1) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local-area networks (WLANs).
Component Description (2) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWANs). WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)* *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (3) Product number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models) ● Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is located under the vanity cover of the computer.
3 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When Sleep is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory. Exiting Sleep is faster than exiting Hibernation. If the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation.
Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 30 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: The system will not initiate Hibernation when running on external power. NOTE: To reduce the risk of information loss, periodically save your work. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel.
Customizing a power plan 1. Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area and then click Power options. – or – Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3. Change the settings as needed. 4. To change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your changes.
Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer). If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet.
WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. Battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the Battery Meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
3. Slide the battery locking latch (3) to the right to lock the battery into the battery bay. To remove the battery: 1. With the display closed, position the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you. 2. Slide the battery locking latch (1) inward to unlock the battery. NOTE: You can identify when the battery locking latch is unlocked by the red icon that appears in the latch. 3.
The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature.
Identifying low battery levels The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information.
NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. To fully charge the battery: 1. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. Connect the computer to an AC adapter and then plug the adapter into external power. The battery light on the computer turns amber. 3. Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is fully charged. The battery light on the computer turns white. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1.
To discharge a battery: 1. Unplug the computer from its external power source, but do not turn off the computer. 2. Run the computer on battery power until the battery is discharged. The battery light begins to blink white when the battery has discharged to a low battery level. When the battery is discharged, the battery light turns off and the computer shuts down. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1.
● Use the f2 and f3 action keys to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Storing a battery CAUTION: of time. To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately. To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place.
If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shut down procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: 24 ● Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, click Shut down. ● Slide and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.
4 Internet Your computer supports the following types of Internet access: ● Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a broadband network using the RJ-45 (network) jack. ● Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. To learn about setting up a wireless network or adding your computer to an existing network, refer to the “Connecting to a wireless network” section.
Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer. To connect the network cable: WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. 26 1.
Connecting to a wireless network Using wireless devices 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—Connects the computer to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities.
Icon Name Description Network (disabled/disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless action key or Wireless Assistant, and no network devices are connected to a wired network.
Using Wireless Assistant software A wireless device can be turned on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. If a wireless device is disabled by Setup Utility, it must be reenabled by Setup Utility before it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. NOTE: Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a network or a Bluetooth-enabled device.
NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably. ● A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points that can accommodate a large number of devices and accessories and can separate critical network functions.
(uninvited) or capture information being sent across it. However, you can take precautions to protect your WLAN: ● Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Many wireless base stations, gateways, or routers provide built-in security features such as wireless security protocols and firewalls. With the correct wireless transmitter, you can protect your network from the most common wireless security risks.
NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors.
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use wireless wide area networks (WWANs) to access the Internet from more places and over larger areas than it can by using WLANs. Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider (called a mobile network operator), which in most cases is a mobile phone network operator. Coverage for HP Mobile Broadband is similar to mobile phone voice coverage.
To insert a SIM: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by sliding the power switch. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 6. Remove the battery.
3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 6. Remove the battery. 7. Press in on the SIM, and then remove it from the slot. 8. Replace the battery. NOTE: For more information, refer to the section “Inserting or removing the battery,” earlier in this guide. 9. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
Using Bluetooth wireless devices A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network (PAN) of Bluetooth devices.
5 Multimedia Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated webcam that allows you to capture photographs and videos ● Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music, movies, and pictures NOTE: Your computer may not include all of the components listed.
Component Description (1) Internal microphone Records sound. (2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. NOTE: To record videos, you need to install additional webcam software. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) Speakers (2) Produce sound. (5) volume mute action key (f11) Mutes speaker sound. (6) volume up action key (f10) Increases speaker sound. (7) volume down action key (f9) Decreases speaker sound.
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following computer volume action keys: ● To decrease volume, press the volume down action key (f9) (1) ● To increase volume, press the volume up action key (f10) (2) ● To mute or restore volume, press the volume mute action key (f11) (3) ● Windows volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. Increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down.
NOTE: The external optical drive must be connected to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB port on another external device, such as a hub or docking station. ● When an audio CD, or a DVD or BD is not playing, press the play/pause action key (f6) (2) to play the disc. ● When an audio CD, or a DVD or BD is playing, use the following action keys: ◦ To play the previous track of an audio CD or the previous chapter of a DVD or BD, press the previous track action key (f5) (1).
Installing multimedia software from the Internet ▲ To install multimedia software from the Internet, go to the software manufacturer’s Web site and follow the instructions. NOTE: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. Refer to the “Security” chapter for more information. Audio Your computer has a variety of audio features that allow you to: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers.
To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise.
Webcam Your computer includes an integrated webcam located at the top of the display. The webcam is an input device that allows you to record video and capture still photographs. NOTE: To record videos, you need to install additional webcam software. To access the webcam: 1. Select Start > Computer, and then double-click the camera icon. 2. Click Take a new picture to take a picture. NOTE: The picture is automatically saved in the Documents library.
6 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks. NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, back up and delete confidential files, and remove all password settings.
You can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. You can also use the same password for more than one Setup Utility feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords in Windows Password Function Administrator password Protects administrator-level access to computer contents. NOTE: This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility contents.
Password Function NOTE: The administrator password can be used in place of the power-on password. NOTE: A power-on password is not displayed as it is set, entered, changed, or deleted. *For details about each of these passwords, refer to the following topics. Managing an administrator password To set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps: 1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer.
Managing a power-on password To set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps: 1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Set Power-On Password, and then press enter. 3.
There are two types of firewalls to consider: ● Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on. ● Network-based firewalls—Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network to protect all the computers on the network. When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with a set of user-defined security criteria. Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked.
3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lock with the key. 4. Remove the key and keep it in a safe place. Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Integrated fingerprint readers are available on select computer models. In order to use the fingerprint reader, you must set up a user account with a password on the computer. This account allows you to log on to your computer with a swipe of a designated finger.
7 Digital cards Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are often used with digital media–equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other devices.
Removing a digital card CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card. 1. Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. NOTE: 2. To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window. To remove a digital card: a. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
8 USB devices Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to the system. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. The computer has 3 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device. To remove a USB device: 1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the left of the notification area). 2. Click the name of the device in the list. NOTE: 3. You are informed that it is safe to remove the device.
9 Pointing devices and keyboard 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. Then, right-click the device representing your device, and select Mouse settings. Using pointing devices Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want the pointer to go.
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up or down on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers on the TouchPad and drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion. Pinching Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs, images, and photos. To pinch: ● Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then pull the fingers apart to increase an object's size.
Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. To use an action key, press a key to activate its assigned function NOTE: Depending on the program you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys will open a specific shortcut menu within that program. NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory.
Icon Description Mutes or restores speaker sound. 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 also be set up. Using hotkeys The single hotkey combination is the fn key (1) and the esc key (2). Function Hotkey Description Display system information. fn+esc Displays information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number.
10 Drives Identifying installed drives To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer. Handling drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Refer to the following cautions before handling drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before you move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the computer.
Using optional external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which device port to use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external device: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be sure that the computer is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. Connect the device. 2. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3.
11 Memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer, beneath the vanity cover. The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module in the 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. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components.
b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memory module slot. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container. 6. Insert a new memory module: 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, and do not bend the memory module. a. Align the notch (1) in the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. b.
7. Follow the instructions in the section “Replacing the vanity cover,” earlier in this guide. 8. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Turn on the computer.
12 Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. To update the software, follow these steps, which are explained in the remainder of this guide: 1.
Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by opening Setup Utility. To display the BIOS information: 1.
NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is complete. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Double-click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:). 3.
Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to find the software you want to update. 3. At the download area, select the software you want to download and follow the instructions on the screen.
13 Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is not working. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences. To start Setup Utility: ▲ Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the “F10 = BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
● To select an item, press enter. ● To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc. ● To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is open, press f1. Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to display system information in Setup Utility. If Setup Utility is not open, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2. 1.
Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of the Setup Utility options. NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer. Main menu Select To do this System information ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, and system BIOS.
Select To do this ◦ USB Card reader ◦ Network adapter NOTE: Only the devices attached to the system appear in the boot order menu. Diagnostics menu Select To do this Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on the system memory.
Index A AC adapter connecting 16 identifying 11 action key volume down 38, 39 volume mute 38, 39 volume up 38, 39 action keys 4 administrator password creating 46 entering 46 managing 46 airport security devices 59 antennas 10 antivirus software, using 47 applications key, Windows 4 audio devices, connecting external 41 audio functions, checking 41 audio-in (microphone) jack 6, 38 audio-out (headphone) jack 6, 38 B battery calibrating 20 charging 18, 20 conserving power 22 discharging 19 disposing 23 ident
function keys 57 H hard drive self test 71 hard drive, external 59 hardware, identifying 2 headphone (audio-out) jack 6, 38 headphones 6, 38 Hibernation exiting 14 initiated during critical battery level 20 initiating 14 hotkeys description 57 using 57 HP Connection Manager software 28 HP Mobile Broadband Module 33 HP Mobile Broadband, disabled 33 hubs 52 I icons Connection Manager 27 network 27 wired network 27 wireless 27 installing critical security updates 48 optional security cable 48 integrated webcam
Security menu 70 security, wireless 30 selecting in Setup Utility 68 serial number, computer 11 setup of WLAN 30 Setup Utility passwords set in 45 setup, computer 2 shut down 23 SIM inserting 33 removing 34 SIM slot, identifying 8 Sleep exiting 13 initiating 13 slots Digital Media 5 software HP Connection Manager 28 installing 41 multimedia 40 Windows Media Player 40 speakers 4 speakers, identifying 38 storing battery 23 System Configuration menu 70 system information 70 T temperature 23 TouchPad button 2 u
