Notebook Tour Document Part Number: 419589-001 January 2007 This guide explains the computer hardware features.
Contents 1 Components Top components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Pointing devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5 Buttons and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9 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 > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click 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. The illustrations in this guide identify the standard external features included in most computer models.
Components Top components Lights computer may look slightly different from the ✎ Your illustrations in this chapter. Component Description 1 On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Components Component Description 2 Wireless lights† (2) On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on. 3 Light sensor Detects available light 4 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. 5 Num lock light On: Num lock is on. 6 Volume mute light On: System sound is turned off. 7 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
Components Pointing devices computer may look slightly different from the ✎ Your illustrations in this chapter. The pointing stick (select models only) and TouchPad controls can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model. Component Description 1 Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows® instead of a password logon. On select models, a center button replaces the fingerprint reader.
Components Component Description 4 Center pointing stick button Functions like the center button on an external mouse. (select models only) 5 Right pointing stick button (select models only) Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 6 TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down. 7 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 8 Center TouchPad button Functions like the center button on an external mouse.
Components Buttons and switches Component Description 1 When the computer is off, press the power button to turn on the computer. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options.
Components Component Description 2 Info Center button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open the following software solutions: Altiris Local Recovery, Contact HP, Help and Support, Accessories Product Tour (Options Demo), ProtectTools Security Manager, Software Setup, System Information, and Wireless Assistant. 3 Wireless button* Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. establish a wireless ✎ To connection, a wireless network must already be set up.
Components 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 or the esc key. 3 Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
Components Component Description 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. 5 Integrated numeric keypad Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. 6 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. to the table in “Hotkey ✎ Refer quick reference” for a description of each hotkey.
Components Hotkey quick reference 1–10 To perform this function Press Display system information fn+esc Clear system information esc or enter Initiate Sleep fn+f3 Exit Sleep Power button Alternate between computer display and external display fn+f4 View battery information fn+f8 Clear battery information fn+f8 Decrease screen brightness fn+f9 Increase screen brightness fn+f10 Turn on and off light sensor fn+f11 Notebook Tour
Components Front components Component Description 1 Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on. 2 Power light On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected. Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Components Component Description 3 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 level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking more quickly. 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 Rear components Component Description 1 Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Security cable slot Ä 2 Vent* The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface.
Components Right-side components Component Description 1 Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces system stereo sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. 2 Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional headset or microphone. 3 USB ports (2) Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the computer using a standard USB cable. Either port can also connect an optional External MultiBay II to the computer.
Components Left-side components Component Description 1 Provides airflow to cool internal components. Vent* 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 or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow. computer fan starts up ✎ The automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Components Component Description 4 S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. 5 USB ports (2) Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the computer using a standard USB cable. Either port can also connect an optional External MultiBay II to the computer. The MultiBay II must be plugged into an external power source. 6 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 device, such as a camcorder.
Components Bottom components Component Description 1 Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. 2 Expansion memory module and Mini Card compartment Contains the expansion memory module slot. and a wireless LAN device. Ä To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, replace with only a Mini Card device authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country.
Components Component Description 3 Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery. 4 Primary battery pack release latches (2) Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay. 5 Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery pack. 6 Docking connector Connect the computer to an optional docking device. 7 Vents* Provide airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface.
Components Wireless antennae There are 2 wireless antennae that send and receive wireless device signals. They are not visible from the outside of the computer. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to your country’s section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in Help and Support.
Components Additional hardware components Component Description 1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Primary battery pack* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Components Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ■ Service tag—Provides the product name, product number (P/N), and serial number (S/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. The information on the service tag is also available through Help and Support.
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 may 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 a DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer.
Index 1394 port 1–17 presentation 1–8 TouchPad 1–6 volume 1–8 wireless 1–8 A altitude specifications 2–1 antennae 1–20 applications key, Windows 1–10 audio-in (microphone) jack 1–15 audio-out (headphone) jack 1–15 B battery bay 1–19 battery light, identifying 1–4, 1–13 battery pack release latch 1–19 battery pack, identifying 1–21 bays battery 1–19 hard drive 1–18 Bluetooth label 1–22 buttons calculator 1–8 Info Center 1–8 mute 1–8 optical drive 1–15 PC Card slot eject 1–17 power 1–7 Notebook Tour C cab
Index D I Digital Media Slot, location 1–13 display release latch 1–13 docking connector 1–19 drives hard 1–18 optical 1–15 IDE drive light 1–13 IEEE 1394 port 1–17 Info Center button 1–8 E eject button, PC Card slot 1–17 environmental specifications 2–1 exhaust vents 1–14, 1–16, 1–19 external monitor port 1–16 F fingerprint reader 1–5 fn key 1–9 function keys 1–10 H hard drive bay, identifying 1–18 headphone (audio-out) jack 1–15 hotkeys displaying system information 1–11 increasing screen brightnes
Index light sensor 1–4 lights caps lock 1–4 IDE drive 1–13 mute 1–4 num lock 1–4 power 1–2 wireless 1–3 lock, security cable 1–14 M memory module compartment, expansion 1–18 Memory Stick 1–13 Memory Stick Duo 1–13 Memory Stick Pro 1–13 microphone (audio-in) jack 1–15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 1–22 modem approval label 1–22 modem cable 1–15 monitor port, external 1–16 MultiMediaCard 1–13 mute button 1–8 mute light 1–4 N network (RJ-45) jack 1–15 network cable 1–15 num lock light 1–4 O o
Index S U scroll zone, TouchPad 1–6 Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 1–13 security cable slot 1–14 serial number, notebook 1–22 service tag 1–22 Sleep, hotkey 1–11 slots 6-in-1 Digital Media 1–13 memory 1–18 PC Card 1–17 security cable 1–14 smart card 1–17 Smart AC Adapter, identifying 1–21 smart card slot 1–17 SmartMedia (SM) card 1–13 speakers 1–13 specifications operating environment 2–1 rated input power 2–2 S-Video-out jack 1–17 USB cable 1–15, 1–17 USB ports, identifying 1–15, 1–17 V vents 1–14, 1
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