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1. amp NOTE Afteramessage on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive 68 Chapter 12 Updating software 13 Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility The 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 device and provides settings for startup security and other preferences To start the Setup Utility A Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen Using the Setup Utility Changing the language of the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to change the language of the Setup Utility If the Setup Utility is not already running begin at step 1 If the Setup Utility is already running begin at step 2 1 Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration gt Language and then press enter Use the arrow keys to select a language and then press enier When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed press enter a Ee PP To save your change and exit the Setup Utility use th
2. For more information refer to the Wireless Assistant software Help 1 2 Open Wireless Assistant by double clicking the icon in the notification area Click the Help button Using a WLAN With a WLAN device you can access a wireless local area network WLAN which is composed of other devices and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point Jh 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 A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router which allows several wireless and wired devices to share an Internet connection a printer and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software To use the WLAN device in your device you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet you need the following equipment A broadband modem either DSL or cable 1 and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP A wireless router purchased separately 2 The wireless device 3 The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is con
3. identifying 2 TouchPad scroll zone identifying 2 traveling with the device wireless certification labels 10 turning off the device 22 U unresponsive system 22 USB cable connecting 48 USB devices connecting 48 description 48 removing 49 stopping 49 USB hubs 48 USB ports identifying 5 48 V vents identifying 5 6 7 video transmission types 54 volume down hotkey identifying 33 volume mute button 34 volume up hotkey identifying 33 volume adjusting 34 WwW webcam light identifying 7 33 webcam identifying 7 33 Windows applications key identifying 3 Windows logo key identifying 3 Windows passwords setin 40 wireless antennae 8 wireless certification label 10 wireless controls button 26 operating system 26 wireless icon 25 wireless light identifying 4 26 wireless network WLAN connecting 29 corporate WLAN connection 29 equipment needed 27 functional range 29 public WLAN connection 29 security 28 wireless network connecting 25 wireless switch identifying 4 26 WLAN antennae identifying 8 WLAN device 25 WLAN label 10 writable media 11 WWAN antennae identifying 8 Index 75
4. 41 power on 41 set in Setup Utility 40 set in Windows 40 ports expansion 6 37 USB 5 48 power connecting 14 conserving 21 power connector identifying 5 power cord identifying 9 power light identifying 4 power switch identifying 4 power on password creating 42 entering 42 managing 42 Processor C4 State 71 product name and number device 9 programs updating 68 projector connecting 37 public WLAN connection 29 Q QuickLock 40 QuickLock hotkey 54 R readable media 11 regulatory information regulatory label 10 wireless certification labels 10 release latches battery 7 16 memory module compartment cover 58 restoring default settings 70 right TouchPad button identifying 2 RJ 45 network jack identifying 6 S screen brightness hotkeys 54 screen image switching 54 SD Card Reader identifying 5 security cable connector identifying 5 Security menu 71 security wireless 28 selecting in the Setup Utility 69 serial number device 9 service tag 9 setup of WLAN 27 Setup Utility passwords setin 40 setup device 1 shut down 22 software installing 35 multimedia 35 Windows Media Player 35 speakers identifying 6 33 Standby exiting 11 initiating 11 Standby hotkey 53 storing battery 21 switches power 4 wireless 4 System Configuration menu 71 system information 71 T temperature 21 TouchPad buttons 1 identifying 1 using 52 TouchPad on off button identifying 1 TouchPad on off light
5. For example you can set the fn f1 hotkey to initiate Hibernation instead of Standby amp NOTE Inall Windows operating system windows references to the sleep button apply to the fn f1 hotkey Switching the screen image fn f2 Press fn f2 to switch the screen image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the device pressing fn f2 alternates the screen image from device display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the device and the monitor Most external monitors receive video information from the device using the external VGA video standard The fn f2 hotkey can also alternate images among other devices receiving video information from the device The following video transmission types with examples of devices that use them are supported by the fn f2 hotkey e LCD device display e External VGA most external monitors Decreasing screen brightness fn f3 Press fn f3 to decrease screen brightness Hold down the hotkey to decrease the brightness level incrementally Increasing screen brightness fn f4 Press fn f4 to increase screen brightness Hold down the hotkey to increase the brightness level incrementally Initiating QuickLock fn f6 Press fn f6 to initiate the QuickLock security feature QuickLock protects your information by displaying the operating system Log On window While the Log On window is displayed the device cannot be accessed unt
6. PDA e Phones cellular cordless smart phone e Imaging devices printer camera e 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 For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices refer to the Bluetooth software Help Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS HP does not recommend setting up one device with Bluetooth as a host and using it as a gateway through which other devices may connect to the Internet When two or more devices are connected using Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS is enabled on one of the devices the other devices may not be able to connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth network The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between your device and wireless devices including cellular phones printers cameras and PDAs The inability to consistently connect two or more devices to share the Internet through Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only 31 4 Multimedia Multimedia features Your device includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music watch movies and view pictures Your device may include the following multimedia components e Integrated speakers for listening to music e Integrated webcam that allows you to capture photographs
7. USING power schemes izii22cohessceasendoezstaceteysidbcendeeidads doeeystaad cadvesdbaaeecesstaacdeavesdacadetieeadatarscrte 12 Viewing the current scheme ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeseeaaeeees 12 Selecting a different power scheme 00 00 eee ee ceeeeeeeeeenee eee eeeeeetteeeeeeeettaeeeeeenenaas 13 Customizing power SCNEMES c cccceeceeeeee eee eeeccneeeeeeeeiaaeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeenaaees 13 Setting password protection upon exiting Standby cee ceneeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeenaaes 13 Using external AC DOWED 00 0 0 cece cere ee eennnne eee te teen eee ee neater eee naaaeeeeeeeaaaeeeeeeeaaeeeeseesaeeeeseeeineeeesenaees 13 Connecting the AC adapter s cciii sceceeihenerteaiideas ii te ENEA eed Al 14 Using battery POWGM mosoni aAA AA AAE add neue tana taniens 14 Displaying the remaining battery charge cecceeceeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeesennaeeeeeeenaeees 15 Inserting or removing the battery ccc cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeseeeeaeeeeeeseeeaaeeeeeteennaeeees 15 Charging a Dattery 2 22 cccecccceeccsseceeceeeesneccceeeeeeneeceeeeeeesunanteceeeessaceceeeeeeseneccadenesenaateceneesneaees 16 Maximizing battery discharge time ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeseeaaeeeeeeeeaeees 17 Managing low battery levels ecceeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeesecneaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeaeeeeeneenaeeees 17 Identifying low battery levels oo ecceeeeeeeceeeeee
8. by connecting to a broadband network using the RJ 45 network jack e Wireless For mobile Internet access you can use a wireless connection To learn about setting up a wireless network or adding your device to an existing network refer to the Connecting to a wireless network section 23 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 device TI To connect the network cable A 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 1 Plug the network cable into the network jack 1 on the device 2 Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack 2 24 Chapter 3 Internet Connecting to a wireless network Using wireless devices Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires Your device may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices e Wireless local area network WLAN device Connects the device 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 ho
9. following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings If the Setup Utility is not already running begin at step 1 If the Setup Utility is already running begin at step 2 1 Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Load Setup Defaults and then press enter 3 When the Setup Confirmation is displayed press enter 4 To save your change and exit the Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes and then press enter The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the device restarts 99 NOTE Your password security and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings Exiting the Setup Utility You can exit the Setup Utility with or without saving changes e To exit the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session If the Setup Utility menus are not visible press esc to return to the menu display Then use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes and then press enter e To exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session If the Setup Utility menus are not visible press esc to return to the menu display Then use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Discarding Changes and then press e
10. in the primary memory module slot A 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 A CAUTION Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning any procedure ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object To add or replace a memory module 1 2 See ES oS Save your work Shut down the device and close the display If you are not sure whether the device is off or in Hibernation turn the device on by sliding the power switch Then shut down the device through the operating system Disconnect all external devices connected to the device Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Turn the device upside down on a flat surface Remove the battery from the device Using a flat bladed screwdriver or other pointed object gently push the release latch to release the memory module compartment cover 1 58 Chapter 10 Memory modules 8 Lift the memory module compartment cover 2 away from the device 9 Remove the existing memory module a Pull away the retention clips 1 on each side of the memory module The memory module tilts up A 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 b Grasp the edge of the memory module 2 and gentl
11. management Resolving a low battery level A CAUTION To reduce the risk of losing information when the device reaches a critical battery level and has initiated Hibernation do not restore power until the power lights turn off Resolving a low battery level when external power is available A Connect one of the following devices e AC adapter e Optional expansion product or docking device e Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1 Turn off the device or initiate Hibernation 2 Remove the discharged battery and then insert a charged battery 3 Turn on the device Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available A Initiate Hibernation or Save your work and shut down the device Resolving a low battery level when the device cannot exit Hibernation When the device lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation follow these steps 1 Insert a charged battery or plug the device into external power 2 Exit Hibernation by briefly sliding the power switch Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following conditions e When battery charge displays seem inaccurate e When you observe a significant change in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month It is also not necessary to calibrate a new battery Step 1 Fully charge the battery A WARNING Do not charge the device batter
12. order menu Setup Utility menus 71 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 72 Chapter 13 Setup Utility Index A AC adapter connecting 14 identifying 9 administrator password creating 41 entering 41 managing 41 airport security devices 56 antennae 8 applications key Windows 3 audio devices connecting external 36 audio functions checking 36 audio in microphone jack 6 33 audio out headphone jack 6 33 B battery calibrating 19 charging 16 19 conserving power 21 discharging 17 disposing 21 identifying 9 inserting 15 low battery levels 17 recharging 21 removing 15 storing 21 battery bay identifying 7 battery light 4 16 17 battery power 14 battery release latches 7 15 battery temperature 21 bay battery 7 BIOS updating 66 boot options 71 boot order 71 button volume mute 34 buttons left TouchPad 1 right TouchPad 2 TouchPad on off 1 c cables LAN 24 USB 48 VGA 37 calibrating battery 19 caps lock light identifying 2 CD drive 57 changing the Setup Utility language 69 charging batteries 16 19 checking audio functions 36 compartments memory module 7 components additional hardware 9 bottom 7 display 6 front 3 left side 5 right side 5 TouchPad 1 connecting to a WLAN 29 connection external power 14 connec
13. to your WLAN Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only HP Mobile Broadband uses wireless wide area networks WWANs to access the Internet from more places and over larger areas than is possible by using WLANs Using HP Mobile Broadband requires Connecting to a wireless network 29 a network service provider also 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 When used with mobile network operator service HP Mobile Broadband gives you the freedom to stay connected to the Internet send e mail or connect to your corporate network whether you are on the road or outside the range of Wi Fi hotspots HP offers two technologies e HSPA High Speed Packet Access which provides access to networks based on the Global System for Mobile Communications GSM telecommunications standard e EV DO Evolution Data Optimized which provides access to networks based on the code division multiple access CDMA telecommunications standard For information on HP Mobile Broadband see the HP Web site at http www hp com go mobilebroadband 30 Chapter 3 Internet Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only A Bluetooth device provides short range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following e Devices desktop notebook
14. travel internationally with the device e Service tag Provides important information including the following product KXANXXXXXXEXXXANN ain xaxaxaxa MITEA EN Q Pn OCA MIDIAN DIDI DE ONI DUAA DUN ODIAN TN SOrvic XAXAKXAN O Product name 1 This is the product name affixed to the front of your device o Serial number s n 2 This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product o Part Number Product number p n 3 This number provides specific information about the product s hardware components The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed Model description 4 This is the number you use to locate documents drivers and support for your device Warranty period 5 This number describes the duration in years of the warranty period for this device Identifying the labels 9 Have this information available when you contact technical support The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the device e 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 affixed to the bottom of the device e Regulatory label Provides regulatory information about the device The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the device e Wireless certification label s Provide information about optional wireless d
15. 3 Click Stop and then click OK 4 Remove the HP Mini Mobile Drive 50 Chapter 7 USB devices Using the HP Mobile Drive select models only 51 8 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 gt Control Panel gt Printers and Other Hardware gt Mouse 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 Use the TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse To scroll up and down using the TouchPad vertical scroll zone slide your finger up or down over the lines NOTE If you are using the TouchPad to move the pointer you must lift your finger off the TouchPad before moving it to the scroll zone Simply sliding your finger from the TouchPad to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the device using one of the USB ports on the device Using the keyboard Using hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key 1 and one of the function keys 2 The icons on the f1 through f4 and f6 f8 f10 and f11 keys represent the hotkey functions Hotkey functions and procedures are discussed in the following
16. Chapter 11 Backup and recovery 12 Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with your device 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 Identify your device model product category and series or family Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the device If your device is connected to a network consult the network administrator before installing any software updates especially system BIOS updates E NOTE The device system BIOS is stored on the system ROM The BIOS initializes the operating system determines how the device will interact with the hardware devices and provides for data transfer among hardware devices including the time and date 2 Access the updates on the HP Web site at http www hp com 3 Install the updates 65 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 device you need to kno
17. Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The device 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 Identifying the hardware 7 Wireless antennae Component Description 1 WLAN antennae 2 Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks WLANs 2 WWAN antennae 2 select models only Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks WWANSs The antennae are not visible from the outside of the device For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around the antennae 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 To access these notices click Start gt Help and Support gt User Guides 8 Chapter1 Knowing the parts Additional hardware components gt gt Component Description 1 Power cord Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power 3 Battery Powers the device when the device is not plugged into external power Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country Identifying the labels The labels affixed to the device provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or
18. It also generates different sets of keys for each device on the network e Close your network If possible prevent your network name SSID from being broadcast by the wireless transmitter Most networks initially broadcast the name telling any device nearby that your network is available By closing the network other devices are less likely to know that your network exists 28 Chapter 3 Internet NOTE If your network is closed and the SSID is not broadcast you will need to know or remember the SSID to connect new devices to the network Write down the SSID and store it in a secure place before closing the network Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN follow these steps 1 Be sure that the WLAN device is on If it is on the wireless light is blue If the wireless light is amber slide the wireless switch Select Start gt Connect to Select your WLAN from the list and then type the network security key if required e Ifthe network is unsecured meaning that anyone can access the network a warning is displayed Click Connect Anyway to accept the warning and complete the connection e Ifthe network is a security enabled WLAN you are prompted to enter a network security key which is a security code Type the code and then click Connect to complete the connection NOTE If no WLANs are listed you are out of range of a wireless router or access point NOTE If you do not see the network you want to conne
19. MINI User Guide Copyright 2008 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Windows is a U S registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation The information contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition December 2008 Document Part Number 496745 002 Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your device To obtain the latest information in the MINI User Guide go to the HP Web site at http www hp com support Safety warning notice A WARNING To reduce the possibility of heat related injuries or of overheating the device do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents Use the device 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 Also do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The device and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the Internat
20. NOTE Be sure that the device is connected to AC power before you start the backup process NOTE The backup process may take over an hour depending on file size and the speed of the device 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt Backup The Backup or Restore Wizard opens 2 Click Next 3 Click Back up files and settings and then click Next 4 Follow the on screen instructions 62 Chapter11 Backup and recovery Performing a recovery In case of system failure or instability the device provides the following ways to recover your files e Windows recovery tools You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover information you have previously backed up e Operating System and Driver Recovery discs included with your device You can use the discs to recover your operating system and programs installed at the factory Recovering your information To recover information you previously backed up follow these steps 1 If possible back up all personal files 2 Click Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt Backup The Backup or Restore Wizard opens 3 Click Next 4 Click Restore files and settings and then click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Recovering the operating system and programs In case of system failure or instability use the Operating System and Driver Recovery discs included with your device to recover your operating system and progr
21. Power Options Reenter the settings that you recorded for the items in the Plugged in column and the Running on batteries column Click OK Conserving battery power Select low power use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel Turn off wireless and local area network LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them Disconnect external devices that are not plugged into an external power source when you are not using them Stop disable or remove any external media cards that you are not using Use the fn f3 and fn f4 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as needed If you leave your work initiate Standby or Hibernation or shut down the device Storing a battery A CAUTION Toprevent damage to a battery do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time If a device 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 Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or more Disposing of a used battery A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or burns do not disassemble crush or puncture a battery short the external contacts on a battery or dispose of a battery in fire or water Do not expose a battery to temperatures above 60 C 140 F Replace the battery only with a battery approved for this de
22. Show Hidden Icons icon lt or lt lt in the notification area 2 Click the name of the device in the list amp NOTE If the USB device is not listed you do not have to stop the device before you remove it 3 Click Stop and then click OK 4 Remove the device Using a USB device 49 Using the HP Mobile Drive select models only The HP Mobile Drive is a USB port that allows you to add more storage to your device The HP Mobile Drive can only be used with the HP Mini Mobile Drive purchased separately Inserting the HP Mini Mobile Drive A Insert the HP Mini Mobile Drive into the HP Mobile Drive and then push in until the mini drive is firmly seated and flush with the outside of the device You will hear a sound when the device has been detected amp NOTE When you connect a USB device you may see a message in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar to let you know that the device is recognized by the system Stopping and removing the HP Mini Mobile Drive A CAUTION To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system stop the HP Mini Mobile Drive before removing it To stop and remove the HP Mini Mobile Drive 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area amp NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon click the Show Hidden Icons icon lt or lt lt in the notification area 2 Click the name of the device in the list
23. Windows nor is it displayed as it is set entered changed or deleted Be sure that you record your password and store it in a safe place Managing an administrator password To set change or delete this password follow these steps 1 Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen N Use the arrow keys to select Security gt Set Administrator Password and then press enter e To setan administrator password type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e To change an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e Todelete an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your changes and exit the Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes Your changes go into effect when the device restarts Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt type your administrator password and then press enter After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password you must restart the device and try again Power on password Your power on password prevents unauthorized us
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25. ams installed at the factory CAUTION The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive All files you have created and any software installed on the device are permanently removed The recovery process reinstalls the original operating system software and drivers Software drivers and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled NOTE To perform a recovery with the recovery discs you will need an external optical drive purchased separately NOTE The recovery process will take several hours to complete To recover your operating system and programs follow these steps 1 If possible back up all personal files 2 Change the boot order by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f9 while the F9 Change Boot Device Order message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen Use the arrow keys to select the USB optical drive and then press enter When the confirmation prompt is displayed press enter Insert the Operating System disc into an external optical drive purchased separately Shut down the device Turn on the device oF 0O p pe p Follow the on screen instructions to install the operating system Performing a recovery 63 After the operating system is installed remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc 10 Follow the on screen instructions to install the drivers and programs 11 Restore your personal files 64
26. and videos e Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music movies and pictures NOTE Your device may not include all of the components listed The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your device Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the device 32 Chapter4 Multimedia Component 1 Internal microphone Description Records and captures sound 2 Webcam Captures still photographs and videos NOTE Tocapture videos you will need to install additional webcam software 3 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 4 Speakers 2 Produce sound 5 Volume up hotkey Increases device sound when pressed in combination with the fn key 6 Volume down hotkey Decreases device sound when pressed combination with the fn key 7 Volume mute hotkey Mutes device sound when pressed in combination with the fn key 8 Audio out headphone jack Audio in microphone jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio Also connects an optional headset microphone 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 Sa
27. ave them for later use 61 Backing up your information Successful recovery after a system failure depends on whether you have completely backed up your files You should create your initial backup immediately after software setup As you add new software and data files you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup You can back up individual files or folders to an external hard drive purchased separately When to back up e On a regularly scheduled basis e Before the device is repaired or restored e Before you add or modify hardware or software Backup suggestions e Store personal files in the My Documents folder and back up this folder regularly e Back up templates stored in their associated programs e Save customized settings that appear in a window toolbar or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings The screen shot can be a time saver if you have to reset your preferences To copy the screen and paste it into a word processing document o Display the screen you want to save Copy the screen image To copy only the active window press alt fn prt sc To copy the entire screen press fn prt sc o Open a word processing document click Edit gt Paste The screen image is added to the document o Save the document Backing up using the Windows Backup utility To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility follow these steps 999
28. b Select a power scheme from the Power schemes list c Click OK Customizing power schemes 1 2 3 4 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options Select a power scheme from the Power schemes list Modify the Plugged in and Running on batteries settings as needed Click OK Setting password protection upon exiting Standby To set the device to prompt for a password when the device exits Standby follow these steps 1 Right click the Power Meter icon in the notification area and then click Adjust Power Properties Click the Advanced tab Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby check box Click Apply Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following devices A WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the AC adapter provided with the device a replacement AC adapter provided by HP or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP Approved AC adapter Optional docking device or optional expansion product Connect the device to external AC power under any of the following conditions A WARNING Do not charge the device battery while you are onboard aircraft When you are charging or calibrating a battery When you are installing or modifying system software When you are writing information to a CD or DVD Using external AC power 13 When you connect the device to external AC power the f
29. ber of minutes of charge remaining e The percentage indicates the approximate amount of charge remaining in the battery e The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery if the battery continues to provide power at the current level For example the time remaining will decrease when a DVD is playing and will increase when a DVD stops playing When a battery is charging a lightning bolt icon may be superimposed over the battery icon on the Power Meter screen Inserting or removing the battery A CAUTION Removing a battery that is the sole power source may cause loss of information To prevent loss of information save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the device through Windows before removing the battery To insert the battery 1 Disconnect all external devices 2 If the device is connected to AC power unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 3 Turn the device upside down on a flat surface Using battery power 15 Insert the battery into the battery bay 1 and rotate it downward until it is seated 2 The battery release latches 3 automatically lock the battery into place To remove the battery 1 2 3 4 5 Disconnect all external devices If the device is connected to AC power unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Turn the device upside down on a flat surface Slide the battery release latches 1 to release the battery Pivot the battery 2 upward a
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31. cedure and have set energy saving timeouts expect the following performance from the system during the discharge process o The monitor will not turn off automatically Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the device is idle System initiated Hibernation will not occur To discharge a battery 1 2 Unplug the device from its external power source but do not turn off the device Run the device on battery power until the battery is discharged The battery light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to a low battery level When the battery is discharged the battery light turns off and the device shuts down 20 Chapter 2 Power management Step 4 Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery 1 2 Plug the device into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully recharged When the battery is recharged the battery light on the device turns off You can use the device while the battery is recharging but the battery will charge faster if the device is off If the device is off turn it on when the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off Step 5 Reenable Hibernation and Standby A CAUTION Failure to reenable Hibernation after calibration may result in a full battery discharge and information loss if the device reaches a critical battery level 1 2 3 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt
32. ces are off 6 Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a wireless connection NOTE A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless connection Chapter 1 Knowing the parts Right side components Component Description 1 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The device 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 2 SD Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats e MultiMediaCard MMC e Secure Digital SD Memory Card 3 i USB port Connects an optional USB device 4 _ HP Mobile Drive select models only Connects an optional HP Mini Mobile Drive 5 a Security cable connector Attaches an optional security cable to the device NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent but it may not prevent the device from being mishandled or stolen Left side components ORS Component Description 1 Power connector Connects an AC adapter 2 _ USB port Connects an optional USB device Identifying the hardware 5 Component Description 3 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The device fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
33. ch and Audio Devices gt Sounds and Audio Devices 36 Chapter4 Multimedia Video Your device enables you to use a variety of video features e Watch movies e Play games over the Internet e Edit pictures and video to create presentations e Connect external video devices Connecting an external monitor or projector Use a VGA cable purchased separately to connect an external display such as a monitor or projector to the expansion port on the device To connect an external monitor or projector 1 Connect the optional VGA cable to the expansion port on the device 2 Connect the external monitor or projector to the other end of the cable Ef NOTE Ifa properly connected external monitor or projector does not display a screen image press fn f2 to transfer the image to the external display Repeatedly pressing fn f2 alternates the screen image between the external display and the device Video 37 Webcam Your device includes an integrated webcam located at the top of the display The webcam is an input device that allows you to capture still photographs and videos 999 Ef NOTE To capture videos you will need to install additional webcam software To access the webcam 1 Click Start gt My Computer and then double click the camera icon 2 Click Take a new picture to take a picture amp NOTE The picture is automatically saved in the My Documents folder 38 Chapter 4 Multimedia 5 Se
34. ct to click Set up a connection or network A list of options is displayed You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection After the connection is made place the mouse pointer over the wireless network connection icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar to verify the name speed strength and status of the connection amp 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 More information about using a WLAN is available through the following resources Information from your ISP and the user guides included with your wireless router and other WLAN equipment Information and Web site links provided in Help and Support For a list of public WLANs near you contact your ISP or search the Web Web sites that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations Hotspotlist and Geektools Check with each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements Roaming to another network When you move your device within range of another WLAN Windows attempts to connect to that network If the attempt is successful your device is automatically connected to the new network If Windows does not recognize the new network follow the same procedure you used initially to connect
35. curity Protecting the device 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 Follow the procedures in this chapter to use the following features e Passwords e Firewall software e Critical security updates amp NOTE Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the device from being mishandled or stolen NOTE Before you send your device for service remove all password settings Device risk Security feature Unauthorized use of the device e QuickLock e Power on password Unauthorized access to data Firewall software e Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility BIOS settings and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the device Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your device information Several types of passwords can be set depending on how you want to control access to your information Passwords can be set in Windows or in the non Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the device A CAUTION To prevent being locked out of the device record each password you set Because most passwords are not displayed as the
36. e arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes and then press enter Your change goes into effect immediately Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is not Windows based it does not support the TouchPad Navigation and selection are by keystroke e Tochoose a menu or a menu item use the arrow keys e Tochoose an item in a list or to toggle a field for example an Enable Disable field use either the arrow keys or f5 or f6 Starting the Setup Utility 69 e To select an item press enter e To close a text box or return to the menu display press esc e To display additional navigation and selection information while the Setup Utility is open press f1 Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup Utility If the Setup Utility is not open begin at step 1 If the Setup Utility is open begin at step 2 1 Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Select the Main menu System information such as the system time and date and identification information about the device is displayed 3 To exit the Setup Utility without changing any settings use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility The
37. e of the device After this password is set it must be entered each time you turn on or restart the device or exit Hibernation A power on password is not displayed as it is set entered changed or deleted Using passwords 41 Managing a power on password To set change or delete this password follow these steps 1 Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security gt Set Power On Password and then press enter e To set a power on password type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e Tochange a power on password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter e To delete a power on password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your changes and exit the Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes Your changes go into effect when the device restarts Entering a power on password At the Enter Password prompt type your password and then press enter After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the password you must restart the device and try again 42 Chapter5 Security Using antiviru
38. eck carry on luggage such as conveyor belts use X rays instead of magnetism and will not damage a drive 56 Chapter9 Drives Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information USB drives include the following types e 1 44 megabyte diskette drive e Hard drive module a hard drive with an adapter attached e DVD ROM Drive e DVD CD RW Combo Drive e DVD RW R and CD RW Combo Drive e DVD tRW R and CD RW Combo Drive Using optional external devices Jh amp 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 A CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device be sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged 1 Connect the device 2 Ifyou are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet 3 Turn on the device To disconnect an unpowered external device turn off the device and then disconnect it To disconnect a powered external device turn off the device disconnect it and then unplug the AC power cord Using external drives 57 10 Memory modules The device has one memory module compartment which is located on the bottom of the device The memory capacity of the device can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module
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40. evice runs on AC power If the device contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter the device switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the device 14 Chapter 2 Power management amp NOTE The display brightness is decreased to save battery life when you disconnect AC power To increase display brightness use the fn f4 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter You can keep a battery in the device or in storage depending on how you work Keeping the battery in the device whenever the device is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work in case of a power outage However a battery in the device slowly discharges when the device is off and unplugged from external power A WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the battery provided with the device a replacement battery provided by HP or a compatible battery purchased from HP Device battery life varies depending on power management settings programs running on the device display brightness external devices connected to the device and other factors Displaying the remaining battery charge A Double click the Power Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options gt Power Meter tab Most charge indicators report battery status as both a percentage and as the num
41. evices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use An optional device may be a wireless local area network WLAN device or an optional Bluetooth device If your device model includes one or more wireless devices one or more certification labels are included with your device You may need this information when traveling internationally Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the device e HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label select models only Provides the serial number of your HP Mobile Broadband Module This label is located on the bottom of your device 10 Chapter 1 Knowing the parts 2 Power management Setting power options Using power saving states The device has two power saving states enabled at the factory Standby and Hibernation When Standby is initiated the power light blinks and the screen clears Your work is saved to memory Exiting Standby is faster than exiting Hibernation If the device is in Standby for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Standby the device initiates Hibernation When Hibernation is initiated your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the device turns off A CAUTION To prevent possible audio and video degradation loss of audio or video playback functionality or loss of information do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while readi
42. fety and Environmental Notices NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the device speakers are disabled Multimedia features 33 Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls e Device volume hotkey A combination of the fn key 1 and either the f8 2 10 3 or f11 4 function key o To mute or restore volume press fn f8 o To decrease volume press fn f10 o To increase volume press fn f11 e 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 Select the Mute check box to mute the volume a Double click the Volume icon in the notification area b Inthe Volume Control column you can increase or decrease the volume by moving the Volume slider up or down You can also adjust the balance or mute the volume 34 Chapter 4 Multimedia If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area follow these steps to add it a Select Start gt Control Panel gt Sounds Speech and Audio Devices gt Sounds and Audio Devices gt Volume tab b Select the Place volume icon in the taskbar check box c Click Apply e Program volume control Volume can also be adjusted within some programs Multimedia software Your device includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music watch movies and view pictures Using other preins
43. he battery light begins blinking rapidly e Off The battery is fully charged in use or not installed Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power Maximum discharge time gradually shortens as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades Tips for maximizing battery discharge time e _ Lower the brightness on the display e Remove the battery from the device when it is not being used or charged e Store the battery in a cool dry location Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory Some low battery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the device reaches a low battery level the battery light blinks If a low battery level is not resolved the device enters a critical battery level and the battery light blinks rapidly Using battery power 17 The device takes the following actions for a critical battery level e If Hibernation is enabled and the device is on or in Standby the device initiates Hibernation e If Hibernation is disabled and the device is on or in Standby the device remains briefly in Standby and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information 18 Chapter 2 Power
44. il a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered NOTE Before you can use QuickLock you must set a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password For instructions refer to Help and Support To use QuickLock press fn f6 to display the Log On window and lock the device Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or your Windows administrator password and access the device 54 Chapter 8 Pointing devices and keyboard Muting speaker sound fn f8 Press fn f8 to mute speaker sound Press the hotkey again to restore speaker sound Decreasing speaker sound fn f10 Press fn f10 to decrease speaker sound Hold down the hotkey to decrease speaker sound incrementally Increasing speaker sound fn f11 Press fn f11 to increase speaker sound Hold down the hotkey to increase speaker sound incrementally Using the keyboard 55 9 Drives Identifying installed drives To view the drives installed on the device select Start gt My Computer Handling drives Drives are fragile device 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 A CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the device damage to a drive or loss of information observe these precautions Before you move a device that is connected to an external hard drive in
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46. ions to protect your WLAN e 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 e Work behind a firewall A firewall is a barrier that checks both data and requests for data that are sent to your network and discards any suspicious items Firewalls are available in many varieties both software and hardware Some networks use a combination of both types e Use wireless encryption A variety of sophisticated encryption protocols is available for your WLAN Find the solution that works best for your network security Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a wireless security protocol that encodes or encrypts all network data before it is transmitted using a WEP key Usually you can allow the network to assign the WEP key Alternatively you can set up your own key generate a different key or choose other advanced options Without the correct key others will not be able to use the WLAN o WPA Wi Fi Protected Access like WEP uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the network However instead of using one static security key for encryptions as WEP does WPA uses temporal key integrity protocol TKIP to dynamically generate a new key for every packet
47. itiate Standby 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 device Handle a drive carefully do not drop a drive or place items on it Before removing or inserting a drive shut down the device If you are unsure whether the device is off in Standby or in Hibernation turn the device on and then shut it down through the operating system Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay Do not type on the keyboard or move the device while an optional optical drive is writing to a disc The write process is sensitive to vibration When the battery is the only source of power be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes Avoid exposing a drive to liquids Do not spray the drive with cleaning products Remove media from a drive before removing the drive from the drive bay or traveling with shipping or storing a drive If a drive must be mailed place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk through devices and security wands The airport security devices that ch
48. k the file that has an exe extension for example filename exe The BIOS installation begins 5 Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen NOTE After amessage on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive Updating the BIOS 67 Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update follow these steps 1 8 Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your device Select Start gt Help and Support and then select the software and drivers update Follow the instructions on the screen to find the software you want to update At the download area select the software you want to download and follow the instructions on the screen NOTE Make anote of the path to the location on your hard drive where the software will be downloaded You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the software When the download is complete open Windows Explorer by selecting Start gt My Computer Double click your hard drive designation The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk C Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update Double click the file that has an exe extension for example filename exe The installation begins Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen
49. l expansion product 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 device has 2 USB ports which support USB 1 0 USB 1 1 and USB 2 0 devices Depending on the model the device may also have an HP Mobile Drive which supports an optional HP Mini Mobile Drive An optional USB hub optional docking device or an optional expansion product provides additional USB ports that can be used with the device Connecting a USB device A CAUTION To prevent damage to a USB connector use minimal force to connect a USB device A To connecta USB device connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port You will hear a sound when the device has been detected NOTE When you connect a USB device you may see a message in the notification area to let you know that the device is recognized by the system 48 Chapter 7 USB devices Stopping and removing a USB device A CAUTION To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system stop a USB device before removing it CAUTION Toprevent damage to a USB connector do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device To stop and remove a USB device 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon click the
50. l force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the digital card label side up with the connectors facing the device 2 Insert the card into the SD Card Reader and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated You will hear a sound when the device has been detected and a menu of options may be displayed 46 Chapter 6 Digital cards Stopping and removing a digital card A CAUTION To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system stop a digital card before removing it 1 Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card amp NOTE Tostop a data transfer click Cancel in the operating system Copying window 2 Stop the digital card a Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon click the Show Hidden Icons icon lt or lt lt in the notification area b Click the name of the digital card in the list c Click Stop and then click OK 3 Press in on the digital card 1 and then remove the card from the slot 2 Q ae 2 Stopping and removing a digital card 47 7 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 an optional docking device or an optiona
51. ll To permanently resolve the problem reconfigure the firewall 44 Chapter5 Security Installing critical updates A CAUTION Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates To protect the device from security breaches and device viruses install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert Updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the device was shipped To be sure that all available updates are installed on the device observe these guidelines e Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your device Use the update link at Start gt All Programs gt Windows Update e Run Windows Update at regular intervals such as once a month e Obtain updates to Windows and other Microsoft programs as they are released from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support Installing critical updates 45 6 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 The SD Card Reader supports the following formats e MultiMediaCard MMC e Secure Digital SD Memory Card Inserting a digital card A CAUTION To avoid damaging the digital card or the device do not insert any type of adapter into the SD Card Reader CAUTION To prevent damage to the digital card connectors use minima
52. n The device is on e Blinking The device is in Standby e Off The device is off 2 Power switch e When the device is off slide the switch to turn on the device e When the device is on briefly slide the switch to initiate Hibernation e When the device is in Standby briefly slide the switch to exit Standby e When the device is in Hibernation briefly slide the switch to exit Hibernation If the device has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective slide and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds to turn off the device To learn more about your power settings select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options 3 SS Drielight Blinking The hard drive or flash drive is being accessed 4 f Battery light e On A battery is charging e Blinking 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 e Off If the device is plugged into an external power source the light turns off when all batteries in the device are fully charged If the device is not plugged into an external power source the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level 5 ty Wireless light e Blue An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device is on e Amber All wireless devi
53. nd remove the battery from the device 3 Charging a battery A WARNING Do not charge the device battery while you are onboard aircraft The battery charges whenever the device is plugged into external power through an AC adapter an optional power adapter an optional docking device or an optional expansion product The battery charges whether the device is off or in use but it charges faster when the device is off 16 Chapter 2 Power management 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 To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays follow these recommendations e Ifyou are charging a new battery charge it fully before turning on the device e Charge the battery until the battery light turns off NOTE Ifthe device is on while the battery is charging the battery meter in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged e Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it e Ifthe battery has been unused for one month or more calibrate the battery instead of simply charging it The battery light displays charge status e On The battery is charging e Blinking The battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level When the battery reaches a critical battery level t
54. nected to the Internet Me Connecting to a wireless network 27 As your network grows additional wireless and wired devices can be connected to the network to access the Internet For help in setting up your WLAN refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP Protecting your WLAN It is essential to understand that because the WLAN standard was designed with only limited security capabilities basically to foil casual eavesdropping rather than more powerful forms of attack WLANs are vulnerable to well known and well documented security weaknesses WLANs in public areas or hotspots like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security New technologies are being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service providers that make the public environment more secure and anonymous If you are concerned about the security of your device in a hotspot limit your network activities to noncritical e mail and basic Internet surfing When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access The common security levels are Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP Because wireless radio signals travel outside the network other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected signals and either connect to your network uninvited or capture information being sent across it However you can take precaut
55. nection connected Indicates that one or more of your WLAN devices are connected Q to the network Wireless network connection disconnected Indicates that one or more of your WLAN devices are not V connected to a network Connecting to a wireless network 25 Network status connected Indicates that one or more of your LAN drivers are installed and L one or more LAN devices are connected to the network s Network status disconnected Indicates that one or more of your LAN drivers are installed but no LAN devices are connected to the network Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your device using these features e Wireless switch e Operating system controls Using the wireless switch The device has a wireless switch one or more wireless devices and one wireless light All of the wireless devices on your device are enabled at the factory so the wireless light is on blue when you turn on the device The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices not the status of individual devices If the wireless light is blue at least one wireless device is on If the wireless light is amber all wireless devices are off Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory you can use the wireless switch to turn on or turn off all of the wireless devices simultaneously Using HP Connection Manager software Connection Manager allows you t
56. ng from or writing to a disc or an external media card Ef NOTE You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any device functions while the device is in Standby or in Hibernation Initiating and exiting Standby The system is set at the factory to initiate Standby after 10 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 25 minutes of inactivity when running on external power Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel With the device on you can initiate Standby in any of the following ways e Press fn f1 e Click Start gt Turn Off Computer gt Stand By To exit Standby A Briefly slide the power switch When the device exits Standby the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working amp NOTE If you have set a password to be required when the device exits Standby you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen Setting power options 11 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 99 E 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 Option
57. nter After either choice the device restarts in Windows 70 Chapter 13 Setup Utility Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options amp NOTE Some ofthe Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your device Main menu Select To do this System information e View and change the system time and date e View identification information about the device e View specification information about the processor memory size and system BIOS Security menu Select To do this Administrator password Enter change or delete an administrator password Power On Password Enter change or delete a power on password System Configuration menu Select To do this Language Support Change the Setup Utility language Processor C4 State Enable disable the processor C4 sleep state Boot Options Set the following boot options e 10 and f12 Delay sec Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each 0 5 10 15 20 e Internal Network Adapter boot Enable disable boot from Internal Network Adapter e Boot Order Set the boot order for Internal hard drive select models only USB Floppy USB CD DVD ROM Drive USB Diskette on Key USB Hard drive USB Card Reader Network adapter NOTE Only the devices attached to the system will appear in the boot
58. o manage your Internet profiles SMS Short Message Service messaging connection devices and methods and edit additional settings A To start Connection Manager click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE For more details about using Connection Manager refer to the Connection Manager Help Using HP Wireless Assistant software select models only A wireless device can be turned on or off using the Wireless Assistant software If a wireless device is disabled by the Setup Utility it must be reenabled by the 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 device to a network or a Bluetooth enabled device To view the state of the wireless devices position the mouse pointer over the wireless icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar 999 NOTE To display the wireless icon click the Show hidden icons icon lt or lt lt in the notification area 26 Chapter 3 Internet If the wireless icon is not displayed in the notification area complete the following steps to change Wireless Assistant properties i 2 3 4 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet Connections gt HP Wireless Assistant Click Properties Select the check box next to Wireless Assistant icon in notification area Click Apply
59. ollowing events occur e The battery begins to charge e Ifthe device is turned on the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance When you disconnect external AC power the following events occur e The device switches to battery power e The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life To increase display brightness press the fn f4 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter A 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 device by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet not by unplugging the power cord from the device If provided with a 3 pin attachment plug on the power cord plug the cord into a grounded earthed 3 pin outlet Do not disable the power cord grounding pin for example by attaching a 2 pin adapter The grounding pin is an important safety feature To connect the device to external AC power follow these steps 1 Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the device 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3 o Po om Using battery power When a charged battery is in the device and the device is not plugged into external power the device runs on battery power When the device is plugged into external AC power the d
60. rdware tab gt Device Manager You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager Top components TouchPad SSS OO Component Description 1 TouchPad on off button Turns the TouchPad on and off 2 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 3 TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen Identifying the hardware 1 4 TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down 5 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse 6 oO TouchPad on off light e White TouchPad is on e Amber TouchPad is off This table describes factory settings To view or change pointing device preferences select Start gt Control Panel gt Printers and Other Hardware gt Mouse Light Component Description Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 2 Chapter 1 Knowing the parts Keys Component Description 1 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key 2 fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key 3 Bs Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu 4 z Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer Front components Identifying the hardware 3 4 Component Description 1 th Power light e O
61. rian E S ETETEA T 22 3 Internet Connecting to a wired NeWOrR sirere irnir iniit iagat anaana p EE ERRANA AE TREENER 24 Connecting toa wireless network scsassiiioaririniai iiinis ia NANE NAKANA ERA ENNART 25 Using wireless devices cccccccccesccccceceeenesccceceeereeseccceceneneebecedecetentadececeetteneesadecenentnesanaees 25 Identifying wireless and network status ICONS essessseseerirssesrreerrrrssssreerrrrns 25 Using the wireless controls 00 0 cece eeeeeeeeneee tere eeeeeaaaeeeeeeeeeeiaeeeeeeeneenaaees 26 Using the wireless switch ccceeceeee eee eecne tees eee etaeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeenaaees 26 Using HP Connection Manager Software 0 0 0 cceeeeeeeeeeeeneteeeeeeeeentaeeeeeeeeeeaas 26 Using HP Wireless Assistant software select models only 0 0 0 26 Usng a WEAN esteneid sich face teb can denzeta SSE 27 Setting up a WLAN catecetectteaesdecte cit casatetiiudheceet a A AAA 27 Protecting your WLAN ec cceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeene eee eeeeaaaeeeeseeaaeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeiaeeeeeeeaas 28 Connecting to a WLAN siwtecinciieiintsdindi sng E R 29 Roaming to another network 00 cece eeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeeiaeeeeeeeeaas 29 Using HP Mobile Broadband select models Only 2 0 00 eeeeceeeceeeeeeeeeeeettieeeeeeeeeeeenaaneees 29 Using Bluetooth wireless devices Select models only cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeneeeeeeseeenaeeeeeeeennaeeees 31 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS ec c
62. routine operation 4 i Expansion port Connects an optional VGA cable which allows you to connect an external VGA monitor or projector 5 fh Audio out headphone jack Audio in microphone Produces sound when connected to optional powered jack stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio Also connects an optional headset microphone 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 device speakers are disabled 6 A RJ 45 network jack Connects a network cable Display components Component Description 1 Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on 2 Speakers 2 Produce sound 3 Internal microphone Records and captures sound 6 Chapter 1 Knowing the parts Gt Component Description 4 Webcam Captures still photographs and videos NOTE To capture videos you will need to install additional webcam software 5 Webcam light On The webcam is in use Bottom components Component Description 1 Battery bay Holds the battery 2 Battery release latches 2 Release the battery from the battery bay 3 oo Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slot 4 Vent
63. s Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your device Cable connectors are normally color coded to match the corresponding jacks on the device Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device NOTE A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your device follow these steps 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Sounds Speech and Audio Devices gt Sounds and Audio Devices When the Sound and Audio Device Properties window opens click the Sounds tab Under Program events select any sound event such as a beep or alarm and click the arrow button to check the sound You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones To check the record functions of the device follow these steps 1 2 3 Select Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt Entertainment gt Sound Recorder Click the record button and speak into the microphone Save the file to your desktop Open a multimedia program 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 A Toconfirm or change the audio settings on your device right click the Volume icon on the taskbar or select Start gt Control Panel gt Sounds Spee
64. s in Windows Control Panel To initiate Hibernation 1 Select Start gt Turn Off Computer 2 Hold down the shift key and select Hibernate or A Ifthe computer is on briefly slide the power switch To exit Hibernation A Briefly slide the power switch The power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working amp NOTE If you have set a password to be required when the device exits Hibernation you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen Using power schemes A power scheme is a collection of system settings that manages how the device uses power Power schemes can help you conserve power and maximize device performance The following power schemes are available e Portable Laptop recommended e Home Office Desk e Presentation e Always On e Minimal Power Management e Max Battery You can change the settings of these power plans through Power Options Viewing the current scheme A Click the Power Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options 12 Chapter 2 Power management Selecting a different power scheme A Click the Power Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then select a power scheme from the list a Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options
65. s software When you use the device for e mail or Internet access you expose it to computer viruses that can disable the operating system programs or utilities or cause them to function abnormally amp NOTE HP recommends that you install antivirus software to help protect your device Antivirus software can detect most viruses destroy them and in most cases repair damage they have caused To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses antivirus software must be kept up to date amp NOTE For more information about computer viruses type viruses in the Search field in Help and Support Using antivirus software 43 Using firewall software When you use the device for e mail network or Internet access unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to the device your personal files and information about you Use the firewall software preinstalled on the device to protect your privacy Firewall features include logging and reporting of network activity and automatic monitoring of all incoming and outgoing traffic Refer to the firewall user guide or contact your firewall manufacturer for more information NOTE Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games interfere with printer or file sharing on a network or block authorized e mail attachments To temporarily resolve the problem disable the firewall perform the task that you want to perform and then reenable the firewa
66. sections 52 Chapter 8 Pointing devices and keyboard Function Hotkey i Initiate Standby fn f1 icon Switch the image fn f2 Ey Decrease screen brightness fn f3 ae Increase screen brightness fn f4 a Initiate QuickLock fn f6 We Mute device sound fn f8 g Decrease device sound fn f10 Increase device sound fn f11 di To use a hotkey command on the device keyboard follow either of these steps Briefly press the fn key and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command Press and hold down the fn key briefly press the second key of the hotkey command and then release both keys at the same time Initiating Standby fn f1 Press fn f1 to initiate Standby When Standby is initiated your information is stored in memory the screen is cleared and power is conserved While the device is in Standby the power light blinks Using the keyboard 53 A CAUTION To reduce the risk of information loss save your work before initiating Standby The device must be on before you can initiate Standby NOTE Ifa critical battery level occurs while the device is in Standby the device initiates Hibernation and the information stored in memory is saved to the hard drive The factory setting for critical battery action is Hibernate but this setting can be changed in advanced power settings To exit Standby briefly slide the power switch The function of the fn f1 hotkey can be changed
67. sssssrrrsssesrrrsssenerrrsssetrrnnnstetnnnssnteennnnnsennnn 50 Inserting the HP Mini Mobile Drive cece ee eeeeeeee estes eeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeaaeeeeeeseeeaaaeeees 50 Stopping and removing the HP Mini Mobile Drive cc ceeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeetteeeeeeeeenaaees 50 8 Pointing devices and keyboard Setting pointing device preferences 00 cee ceeeccceceeeeeecceeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeneeneeeeeeeeneeseeeeeeeteneesenennaaes 52 USING POINTING GOVICES vei ccszdsccveseesveedalevecavandaceudlacddeelocdedeasinadedugsavisandlacesthvudalevcaee dd docediasnsnaatasiiadadias 52 Using the TouchPad ics ssccceececcakeetccncccesuace aaia iiiaae an A AA aire a iiaa T 52 Connecting an external MOUSE cece eee ciiir EEEE EEEREN 52 Using the keyboard amies EREA A Send essen A ease taeda EE EAA 52 Usm NOK S crecian n E T E E O 52 Initiating Standby MITI cccrnarccineenireneecan E EEE 53 Switching the screen image fN f2 eessseseessseeerrrsseterrrsssirrrsssternnnsrrennssnnt 54 vii Decreasing screen brightness fM f3 2 0 eee cence eee eeeeeneeeeeeeeeeenaeeeeeeeeeaaes 54 Increasing screen brightness fN f4 0 eee eeeeeeee tees eeeeneeeeeeteeeaeeeeeeeeaaeees 54 Initiating QUICKLOCK fN f6 eee ee eeeeee eter eeee eee eeceeeeeeeeeeteneaeeeeseneaaeeeeeeeeaaeees 54 Muting speaker sound fN 68 ooo eee ceeeeee ee eeeeetae eter eeeeeaaeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeneeeaas 55 Decreasing speaker sound fM f10 occ ceeeeeeeeeennte eter eeeea
68. switch identifying 6 internal microphone identifying 6 33 Internet connection setup 27 J jacks audio in microphone 6 33 audio out headphone 6 33 RJ 45 network 6 K keyboard hotkeys identifying 52 74 Index keys fn 3 function 3 Windows applications 3 Windows logo 3 L labels Bluetooth 10 HP Mobile Broadband Module 10 regulatory 10 service tag 9 wireless certification 10 WLAN 10 language support 71 latches battery release 7 left TouchPad button identifying 1 lights battery 4 caps lock 2 drive 4 power 4 TouchPad on of 2 webcam 7 wireless 4 local area network LAN cable required 24 connecting cable 24 low battery level 17 M Main menu 71 managing a power on password 42 managing an administrator password 41 memory module inserting 59 removing 59 memory module compartment cover release latch 58 removing 59 replacing 60 memory module compartment identifying 7 memory test 72 microphone audio in jack 6 33 monitor connecting 37 mouse external connecting 52 setting preferences 52 multimedia components identifying 32 multimedia software installing 35 using 35 mute button 34 mute hotkey identifying 33 N navigating in the Setup Utility 69 network cable connecting 24 noise suppression circuitry 24 network jack identifying 6 network status icon 25 noise suppression circuitry network cable 24 0 operating system 22 optical drive 57 P passwords administrator
69. t also protects access to the device contents and must be entered when you exit Standby or Hibernation QuickLock Protects the device by requiring a password to be entered in the Windows Log On dialog box before you access the device After you set a user or administrator password follow these steps 1 Initiate QuickLock by pressing fn f6 2 Exit QuickLock by entering your Windows user or administrator password Setting passwords in Setup Utility 40 Password Function Administrator password e Protects access to Setup Utility e After this password is set it must be entered each time you access Setup Utility CAUTION If you forget your administrator password you cannot access Setup Utility Chapter 5 Security Password Function Power on password e Protects access to the device contents e After this password is set it must be entered each time you turn on or restart the device or exit Hibernation CAUTION If you forget your power on password you cannot turn on or restart the device or exit Hibernation For details about each of these passwords refer to the following topics Administrator password Your administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Setup Utility After this password is set you must enter it each time you access Setup Utility Your administrator password is not interchangeable with an administrator password set in
70. t este eeeeeaaaeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeeiaaeeeeeenenaas 66 Updating programs and sOrivers anean a AENA AA AAE A 68 13 Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility siasii aA ANAE AAE ANAE AA EAA 69 Using the Setup Utility sssrinin icki naa EEEREN AKEE EEEREN 69 Changing the language of the Setup Utility 0 0 eect ee rere eeette eter eeeeetaaeeeeeeeeeeeaaas 69 Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility eee ee eee ene eeeeeeaaeeeeeeeenaeeeeeeeeaas 69 Displaying system information cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeecee Annainn RENAK UNNA NANAREN ENE NAANA NEREAREN 70 Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility 00 een e reteset eter eeeeetaeeeeeeeeeaaes 70 Exiting the Setup Utility 00 nt enn reenter eee e nade eee eeeeaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeiaeeeeeeeaas 70 Setup Utility MENUS ssc ceiedeee ee eepec deca E etecaesst ree sbeedsd ate ueeads deste denoeetnendeecerpaateadedernieeds 71 MAIN AMON niiair aE EEA EA 71 SOCUMILY MeN araca a i i aeiia a aae aa ee 71 System Configuration MENU sericsicci iiin EEEE EEEE 71 Diagnostics Menuen aA a AEE AA a A M 72 viii 1 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware Components included with the device may vary by region and model The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most device models To see a list of hardware installed in the device follow these steps 1 Select Start gt My Computer 2 Inthe left pane of the System Tasks window select View system information 3 Select Ha
71. talled multimedia software To locate other preinstalled multimedia software A Select Start gt All Programs and then open the multimedia program you want to use For example if you want to use Windows Media Player select models only click Windows Media Player NOTE Some programs may be located in subfolders Installing multimedia software from the Internet A To install multimedia software from the Internet go to the software manufacturer s Web site and follow the instructions Ef NOTE Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses Refer to the Security chapter for more information Multimedia software 35 Audio Your device has a variety of audio features that allow you to Play music using your device speakers and or connected external speakers Record sound using an optional external headset microphone Download music from the Internet Create multimedia presentations using audio and images Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs Connecting external audio devices A 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 To connect external devices such as external speakers headphones or a headset microphone refer to the information provided with the device For best results remember the following tip
72. tels and universities In a WLAN each mobile wireless device communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point e HP Mobile Broadband Module select models only A wireless wide area network WWAN device that provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service is available In a WWAN each mobile device communicates to a mobile network operator s base station Mobile network operators install networks of base stations similar to cell phone towers throughout large geographic areas effectively providing coverage across entire states regions or even countries The device supports the following IEEE industry standards e 802 11b the first popular standard supports data rates of up to 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 GHz e 802 119 supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 GHz An 802 11g WLAN device is backward compatible with 802 11b devices so they can operate on the same network For more information on wireless technology refer to the information and Web site links provided in Help and Support Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Description Wireless connected Identifies the location of the wireless light and the wireless switch I on the device Also identifies that one or more of the wireless devices are on t 1 Wireless disconnected Indicates that all of the wireless devices are off Wireless network con
73. tor security cable 5 conservation power 21 cord power 9 corporate WLAN connection 29 critical battery level 18 D Diagnostics menu 72 digital card inserting 46 removing 47 stopping 47 diskette drive 57 display image switching 54 screen brightness hotkeys 54 display switch identifying 6 displaying system information 70 drive light identifying 4 drive media 11 drives diskette 57 external 57 hard 57 optical 57 drives boot order 71 DVD drive 57 E earbuds 6 33 encryption 28 entering a power on password 42 entering an administrator password 41 exiting the Setup Utility 70 expansion port 37 expansion port identifying 6 external audio devices connecting 36 external drive 57 F firewall 28 fn key 3 52 function keys 3 52 H hard disk drive external 57 hard drive self test 72 Index 73 hard drive external 57 hardware identifying 1 headphone audio out jack 6 33 headphones 6 33 Hibernation exiting 12 initiated during critical battery level 18 initiating 12 hotkeys decreasing screen brightness 54 decreasing speaker sound 55 description 52 increasing screen brightness 54 increasing speaker volume 55 initiating QuickLock 54 initiating Standby 53 muting speaker sound 55 switching screen image 54 using 53 HP Mini Mobile Drive inserting 50 removing 50 stopping 50 HP Mobile Drive identifying 5 using 50 hubs 48 l icons network status 25 wireless 25 internal display
74. vice Using battery power 21 Refer to the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices for battery disposal information Shutting down the device A CAUTION Unsaved information will be lost when the device is shut down The Shut Down command closes all open programs including the operating system and then turns off the display and device Shut down the device under any of the following conditions e When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the device e When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port e When the device will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period To shut down the device follow these steps NOTE Ifthe device is in Standby or in Hibernation you must first exit Standby or Hibernation before shutdown is possible 1 Save your work and close all open programs 2 Select Start gt Turn Off Computer gt Turn Off If the device is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided Press ctrl alt delete Then click Shut Down gt Turn Off e Slide and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds e _ Disconnect the device from external power and remove the battery 22 Chapter 2 Power management 3 Internet Your device supports the following types of Internet access e Wired You can access the Internet
75. vides software for your device Select Start gt Help and Support and then select the software and drivers update 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your device and access the BIOS update you want to download 3 At the download area follow these steps a Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your device Make a note of the date name or other identifier You may need this information to locate the update later after it has been downloaded to your hard drive b Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to the hard drive 66 Chapter 12 Updating software Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will be downloaded You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update NOTE Ifyou connect your device 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 gt My Computer 2 Double click your hard drive designation The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk C 3 Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update 4 Double clic
76. w the version of the system BIOS currently installed BIOS version information also known as ROM date and System BIOS can be displayed by opening the Setup Utility To display the BIOS information 1 Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Ifthe Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed use the arrow keys to select the Main menu When the Main menu is selected BIOS and other system information is displayed 3 To exit the Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter Downloading a BIOS update A CAUTION To prevent damage to the device or an unsuccessful installation download and install a BIOS update only when the device is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter Do not download or install a BIOS update while the device is running on battery power docked in an optional docking device or connected to an optional power source During the download and installation follow these instructions Do not disconnect power from the device by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet Do not shut down the device or initiate Standby or Hibernation Do not insert remove connect or disconnect any device cable or cord To download a BIOS update 1 Access the page on the HP Web site that pro
77. words in WINGOWS ssc sessies renaire rani eee treet TERNA EERE AAEN ENNE ENEA 40 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 0000 eect ninn erent EEEN ARRANA NEEE RNAN ENANA RNE 40 Administrator password ccceeeeeeeeeeeececeecaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseescaaeaaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeieees 41 Managing an administrator password sseseeeeeseeeeeeesseeerrssserrrnsssee 41 Entering an administrator password essessseersssseeeerrrssssrerrrrsssree 41 Power on password cc ceeceecseecceeceecceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeetetteeeetedieeeteesieeneee 41 Managing a power on password cceecceeeeeeeeeeeettteeeeeeeeeeeeenttaeeees 42 Entering a power on password cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenceecaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 42 USING antivirus SOWIE socrus a NERA EEE cess sncetdvbdateeseuanvadetese 43 Using firewall Sonwa S nsn A A EA AA EEA a aa AA 44 Installing critical updates 0 ce tr re re eee ete eee eee ee naeee eee naeee eee naeeeeeee 45 6 Digital cards Inserting a digital card oo cer tn ne ne need eee eee eerie eee een eeee AAEREN NAANA AE 46 Stopping and removing a digital card 0 eee ec eeee eee teeter eee eeeea ater aE EEE 47 7 USB devices Using a USB GeVICE tei iesietert aides aie hada RAE EE EET EEN 48 Connecthng a USB dovi sirist anioia AEE NAS 48 Stopping and removing a USB device seeeessssesssersessesernnnnarennneaattennnaaannannnaaetenanaaantannaaaee 49 Using the HP Mobile Drive select models only ssssssessris
78. y are set changed or deleted it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place Protecting the device 39 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 Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility e A password can be any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is case sensitive e A password set in the Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt A password set in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords e When creating passwords follow requirements set by the program e Write down your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the device e Do not store passwords in a file on the device e Donotuse your name or other personal information that could be easily discovered by an outsider The following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions For additional information about Windows passwords such as screen saver passwords select Start gt Help and Support Setting passwords in Windows Password Function Administrator password Protects administrator level access to device contents NOTE This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility contents User password Protects access to a Windows user account I
79. y pull the module out of the memory module slot To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container 10 Insert a new memory module 59 A 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 notched edge 1 of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot b With the memory module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment press the module 2 into the memory module slot until it is seated 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 A CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module be sure that you do not bend the memory module 11 Align the tabs 1 on the memory module compartment cover with the notches on the device 12 Close the cover 2 13 Replace the battery 14 Turn the device right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 15 Turn on the device 60 Chapter 10 Memory modules 11 Backup and recovery To protect your information back up your files and folders In case of system failure you can use the backup files to restore your device amp NOTE Incase of system instability HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and s
80. y while you are onboard aircraft amp NOTE The battery charges whether the device is off or in use but it charges faster when the device is Off Using battery power 19 To fully charge the battery P 2 Insert the battery into the device Connect the device to an AC adapter optional power adapter optional expansion product or optional docking device and then plug the adapter or device into external power The battery light on the device turns on Leave the device plugged into external power until the battery is fully charged The battery light on the device turns off Step 2 Disable Hibernation and Standby 1 3 4 Right click the Power Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then click Adjust Power Properties Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options Record the 4 settings listed in the Running on batteries and Plugged in columns so that you can reset them after the calibration Set the 4 options to Never Click OK Step 3 Discharge the battery The device must remain on while the battery is being discharged The battery can discharge whether or not you are using the device but the battery will discharge faster while you are using it If you plan to leave the device unattended during the discharge save your information before beginning the discharge procedure If you use the device occasionally during the discharge pro

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