HP A6X41UAR#ABA User's Manual
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1. 6 Lift the hard drive connector cable 1 until it disconnects from the computer 7 Remove the Phillips screw 2 that secures the hard drive to the computer Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 31 8 Pull up the hard drive tab 3 and then remove the hard drive 4 from the hard drive bay at an angle Installing a hard drive 1 Insert the rubber spacers on the drive into the openings 1 on the hard drive bay 2 Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay 2 3 Replace the Phillips screw 3 32 Chapter6 Maintenance 4 5 6 7 8 Connect the hard drive connector cable 4 Lower the service door onto the computer 1 and then slide the door 2 toward the battery bay until the battery service door latch snaps into place Replace the battery Reconnect external power and external devices Turn on the computer Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 33 Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module slots The capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module 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 CAUTION Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning any procedure2. Component Description 1 TouchPad light e On The TouchPad is off e Off The TouchPad is on 2 TouchPad on off button Turns the TouchPad on and off Quickly double tap the TouchPad on off button to turn the TouchPad on and off Top Component Description 3 TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen 4 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 5 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse Lights OD Component Description 1 0b Power light e White The computer is on e Blinking white The computer is in the Sleep state e Off The computer is off or in Hibernation 2 Yo Mute light e Amber Computer sound is off e Off Computer sound is on 3 fi i Wireless light e White An integrated wireless device such as a I wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on e Amber All wireless devices are off 4 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 5 TouchPad light e On The TouchPad is off e Off The TouchPad is on 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Buttons Top 8 Component 1 b Power button Description e When the computer is off press the button to turn on the computer e When the computer is on press the button briefly to initiate Sleep e When the computer is in the Sleep state press the butto
3. 7 USB 2 0 port ms 12 Chapter2 Getting to know your computer Connects an optional USB 2 0 device Component 1 Internal display switch Description Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on NOTE The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer 2 3 WLAN antennas 2 WWAN antennas 2 select models only Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks WLAN Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks WWAN 4 Internal microphone Records sound ebcam ecords video and captures still photographs 5 Web R ds vid d t till phot h To use the webcam select Start gt All Programs gt Communication and Chat CyberLink YouCam 6 Webcam light On The webcam is in use The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions To see wireless regulatory notices refer to the section of the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region These notices are located in Help and Support Display 13 Bottom Component Description 1 Battery bay Holds the battery 2 SIM slot select models only Supports a wireless subscriber identity module SIM The SIM slot is located inside the bat
4. ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object NOTE To use a dual channel configuration when adding a second memory module be sure that both memory modules are identical To add or replace a memory module CAUTION To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on in the Sleep state or in Hibernation If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation turn the computer on by pressing the power button Then shut down the computer through the operating system 1 Save your work and shut down the computer Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and remove the battery 2 3 4 Remove the service door see Removing the hard drive on page 31 5 If you are replacing a memory module remove the existing memory module a Pull away the retention clips 1 on each side of the memory module The memory module tilts up 34 Chapter6 Maintenance b Grasp the edge of the memory module 2 and then gently pull the memory module out of the memory module slot 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 To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic
5. 27 zooming 27 TouchPad light 5 TouchPad on off button 5 TouchPad zone identifying 6 traveling with the computer 46 U USB port identifying 12 USB ports identifying 11 using system restore 43 V vents identifying 12 14 Ww webcam light identifying 13 webcam identifying 13 Windows applications key identifying 9 Windows logo key identifying 9 wireless antennas identifying 13 wireless certification label 46 wireless light 6 wireless network WLAN equipment needed 19 wireless network connecting 18 wireless router configuring 20 wireless setup 19 WLAN connecting 19 protecting 20 WLAN antennas identifying 13 WLAN device 46 WLAN label 46 WWAN antennas identifying 13 Pa zooming TouchPad gesture 27 Index 51
6. accessories for the computer Limited Warranty Warranty information To access the warranty Select Start gt Help and Support gt User Guides or Go to http www hp com go orderdocuments You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the electronic guides on your computer and or on the CD DVD provided in the box In some countries regions HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box For some countries regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format you may request a printed copy from http www hp com go orderdocuments or write to e North America Hewlett Packard MS POD 11311 Chinden Blvd Boise ID 83714 USA e Europe Middle East Africa Hewlett Packard POD Via G Di Vittorio 9 20063 Cernusco s Naviglio MI Italy e Asia Pacific Hewlett Packard POD P O Box 200 Alexandra Post Office Singapore 911507 When you request a printed copy of your warranty please include your product number warranty period found on your serial number label name and postal address IMPORTANT Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above For product support refer to your product home page at http www hp com go contactHP Chapter 1 Welcome 2 Getting to know your computer e Top e Front e Right side e Left side e Display e Bottom Top TouchPad Oc C C23 L c 3 c3 c3 c3 cc c ccc c 5 n AA AN eee d bur ES
7. dea a 26 Slegjenog Em 27 PINCHING ZOOMING KAANAK hanap te ERR RR ideas 27 LO Mahinang sd soy DETULIT DOMICILE UII EIN 28 Inserting or removing the battery 0 cee tre ir ee ine ernie ee eee e rennen rennen enne 29 Inserting the battery aa ANAN AN GA AN ANA 29 REMOVING the Dattety aa NGANGA ANA an 29 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 2 mssasaaaanawnasaaaanananasanasnnnaaassunasnanansasansnnanasssararnnnsssann 31 Removing the hard drive na eti deter teres insets enact needa dct 31 Installing a Nard AIN a ABA 32 Adding or replacing memory modules 0 000 eee eter ee ne eee reer eee enne 34 T BackUp amd WU An AN BB NG oa dos Node PREISE FUA cae den topes ceded a tee de eee 37 RESO M RECTO ers E AL AA BAL T E NIA AA a 38 Creating restore media et alahas aaa nab a ea agar aa aan 38 Performing a system restore oceniac uscire etti ret e i ot E AA a 39 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition select models only 39 Restoring using the restore media sse 40 Changing the computer boot order sssssssssssseeeeeeeene nennen nnns 41 Backing up and recovering your information ssssssssseeem emm nnns 41 Using Windows Backup and Restore ssssssssseseeeenn m eene 42 Using Windows system restore points ssssssssee emnes 43 When to create restore points sssssssssssesseeeeennns 43 Cre
8. e Wireless For mobile Internet access you can use a wireless connection Refer to Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 19 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 19 e Wired You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network For information on connecting to a wired network refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 17 Using an Internet service provider ISP Before you can connect to the Internet you must establish an account with an Internet service provider ISP To purchase Internet service and a modem contact a local ISP The ISP will help set up the modem install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem and test the Internet service Ey NOTE Your ISP will give you a user ID and password to access the Internet Record this information and store it in a safe place The following features will help you set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account e Internet Services amp Offers available in some locations This utility assists with signing up for a new Internet account and configuring the computer to use an existing account To access this utility select Start gt All Programs gt Shopping and Services gt Get Online e I SP provided icons available in some locations These icons may be displayed either individually on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder named Online Services To set up a new Internet account or confi
9. r etur puun erre rk run u eere s Eu n Esa Y suu Eu usta Ya ap Ru oa niae TERR PIRE iu IRE 15 Getting started aNG EE eene re RE e adden Ae 15 Starting HP Quiek Web maana 16 2 7 0 17 Using an Internet service provider ISP sssssssssssssseeeeeeeeenne eene rnnt 18 Connecting to a wireless network sssssssssesseeene nennen nenne enne e nnne nnns 18 Connecting to an existing WLAN ssssseeennn eene nennen nnns 19 Setting up a new WLAN network sssssssseeennen nennen nnne nennen nenne 19 Configuring a wireless router sssssse enne 20 Protecting your WLAN anna cet e aree eR e a na hd 20 5 Keyboard and pointing deviIGGs naa ceesicinskesecienue Ete Dein EE Ro o Eben Eu RUE ee veka aiaa ea ER RUE ARE RR EE an ERO OPE aS 21 Using the keyboard ete rei see Eie ie Eo eri aae En ba Ese cc Ea baa de dud 22 Identifying the NOtkeys aa Nama NANANG NLANG NAAN 22 Using the action Keys o asan Fait Eid o aa Pei kana aaa 22 USING POINTING devices EE 24 Setting pointing device preferences ssssssssseeeene eene nennen nnns 24 Using the TouchPad iiie REDIT ERR ER RENE NAB na R Razr ye ada GG 24 Turning the TouchPad off and on ssseessssssssseeeeeen 25 NavigatiNg ET 25 Selecting te eie tipa adr odd rta eaa d e rna Regalis 26 Using TouchPad gestures aaa escudo mes ud cep d
10. safe container 6 Insert a new memory module 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 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 Adding or replacing memory modules 35 c Gently press the memory module 3 down applying pressure to both the left and right edges of the memory module until the retention clips snap into place CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module be sure that you do not bend the module 7 Replace the service door see Installing a hard drive on page 32 8 Replace the battery 9 Reconnect external power and external devices 10 Turn on the computer 36 Chapter 6 Maintenance 7 Backup and recovery Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed This chapter provides information on the following topics e Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive HP Recovery Manager software feature e Performing a system restore from the partition recovery discs or a recovery flash drive e X Backing up your information e Recovering a program or driver 37 Rest
11. support e Contacting customer support e Labels 44 Chapter 8 Customer support Contacting customer support If the information provided in this user guide in the HP Notebook Reference Guide or in Help and Support does not address your questions you can contact HP Customer Support at http www hp com go contactHP Ey NOTE For worldwide support click Contact HP worldwide on the left side of the page or go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact_us html Here you can e Chat online with an HP technician NOTE When technical support chat is not available in a particular language it is available in English e E mail HP Customer Support e Find HP Customer Support worldwide telephone numbers e Locate an HP service center Contacting customer support 45 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer e Serial number label Provides important information including the following T TMM TENEN Product 20000000 DMG ELLE ILE LUE Warranty ly Madel 2000000 Component 1 Product name 2 Serial number 3 Part number Product number 4 Warranty period 5 Model description Have this information available when you contact technical support The serial number label is located inside the battery bay e Microsoft Certificate of Authent
12. 2 Press esc while the computer is restarting and then press f9 for boot options 3 Select Internal CD DVD ROM Drive from the boot options window To change the boot order for recovery flash drive 1 Insert the flash drive into a USB port 2 Restart the computer 3 Press esc while the computer is restarting and then press f9 for boot options 4 Select the flash drive from the boot options window Backing up and recovering your information It is very important to back up your files and keep any new software in a safe place As you add new software and data files continue to create backups on a regular basis How completely you are able to recover your system depends on how recent your backup is G7 NOTE A recovery from your most recent backup needs to be performed if the computer has a virus attack or if any major system components fail In order to correct computer issues a recovery should first be attempted before a system restore is attempted You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive a network drive or discs Back up your system at the following times e At regularly scheduled times x TIP Setreminders to back up your information periodically e Before the computer is repaired or restored e Before you add or modify hardware or software Guidelines e Create system restore points using the Windows System Restore feature and periodically copy them to an optical disc or an external h
13. 4 lights battery 12 caps lock 6 hard drive 12 mute 6 power 6 TouchPad 5 webcam 13 wireless 6 M memory module inserting 35 removing 34 replacing 34 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 46 mouse external setting preferences 24 mute light identifying 6 N network jack identifying 11 O operating environment 49 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 46 Product Key 46 P pinching TouchPad gesture 27 pointing devices setting preferences 24 ports external monitor 11 HDMI 12 USB 11 12 power button identifying 8 power connector identifying 12 power light identifying 6 Product Key 46 product name and number computer 46 Q QuickWeb Home Screen 16 starting 16 QuickWeb button 8 QuickWeb software 15 R recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 39 recovering from the recovery discs 40 recovery discs 38 recovery system 39 regulatory information regulatory label 46 wireless certification labels 46 restore points 43 RJ 45 network jack identifying 11 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 27 security cable slot identifying 12 serial number 46 serial number computer 46 service door removing 31 service door identifying 14 setup of WLAN 19 SIM slot 14 slots Digital Media 11 security cable 12 speakers identifying 10 supported discs 38 system recovery 39 system restore points 43 T TouchPad buttons 6 using 24 TouchPad gestures pinching 27 scrolling
14. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector RJ 45 network jack ha Connects a network cable Right side 11 Left side Component 1 a Power connector 2 Battery light 3 a Security cable slot y co E Description Connects an AC adapter e White The computer is connected to external power If a battery installed the battery is fully charged e Amber The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charging e Off The computer is not connected to external power e Blinking The computer is in the Sleep state Attaches an optional security cable to the computer NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen 4 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The computer 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 5 z Hard drive light e Blinking white The hard drive is being accessed e Amber HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive NOTE For information on HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 6 HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television or any compatible digital or audio component
15. Getting Started HP Notebook Copyright 2011 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett Packard Company under license Microsoft and Windows are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor 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 August 2011 Document Part Number 657767 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement EULA If you do not accept these license terms your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product hardware and software within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase For any further information or for requesting a full refund of the computer please contact your local point of sale the seller Safety warning notice
16. Z WARNING To reduce the possibility of heat related injuries or of overheating the computer do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents Use the computer only on a hard flat surface Do not allow another hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment IEC 60950 iv Safety warning notice Table of contents kA cila AA aS 1 laua Em 2 Beats Audio naa NAALAGAAN ead aae ede aa a Le e aaa ova iaa due 2 Finding Information raiione tea ED a E le Dc ere NAAN AA NA db Ee dea ea ED ERR Ee Da 3 2 Getting to know your compUL BE acess sissies eds nana ANA BANAAG kame 5 Kom a LA AA ada 5 TOU Cin BAG aaa aan kanako pa AN aa NAN 5 E a e M 6 iio m M 7 AA IRIS 9 gis LE 10 enses P 11 Bm T 12 Display 13 foo T H 14 3 HP QuickWeb select models only teurer nane
17. ard drive For more information on using system restore points refer to Using Windows system restore points on page 43 e Store personal files in the Documents library and back up this folder periodically e Save customized settings 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 re enter your preferences Backing up and recovering your information 41 To create a screen shot 1 Display the screen you want to save 2 Copy the screen image To copy only the active window press alt prt sc To copy the entire screen press prt sc 3 Open a word processing document and then select Edit gt Paste The screen image is added to the document 4 Save and print the document Using Windows Backup and Restore Guidelines e Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process e Allow enough time to complete the backup process Depending on file sizes it may take over an hour To create a backup 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Backup and Restore 2 Follow the on screen instructions to schedule and create a backup Ey NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Help and Support for m
18. at a time You can also make long distance phone calls to land lines e Widgets Start using widgets for news weather social networking stocks a calculator sticky notes and more You can also use Widget Manager to add more widgets to the HP QuickWeb Home screen E NOTE For additional information about using HP QuickWeb refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help Getting started 15 Starting HP QuickWeb A To start HP QuickWeb press the QuickWeb button when the computer is off or in Hibernation The following table explains the different behaviors of the QuickWeb button Button Behavior QuickWeb button e When the computer is off or in Hibernation press the button to open HP QuickWeb e When the computer is in Microsoft Windows press the button to open the default Web browser e When the computer is in HP QuickWeb press the button to open the Web browser NOTE If your computer does not have HP QuickWeb software the button does not start QuickWeb or perform any action or function in QuickWeb E NOTE For more information refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help 16 Chapter 3 HP QuickWeb select models only 4 Networking e Using an Internet service provider ISP e Connecting to a wireless network Eyf NOTE Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access
19. ate a system restore point ssssssssssseeene eene 43 Restore to a previous date and time sssssssssee 43 9 Customer SUPPON ipai porri PADA TE FEN ERES NESRRRINQRXVXXENRUETI FEL SENT AMENS E NN LUE PV EE REALE SFR PFLIAN NN 44 Contacting customer SUDDOTt paa minesinin e egre e XE eap EEE Y ER REDI ee EXPE Re ehe FRE ew r ne dhe 45 ree 46 vi S OSS US IN IN EIC TE AA IIMPUl POW ET EET ODD a aia a iE aa a i aaa aaa DC plug of external HP power supply eceeceecceceeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeneaaeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteneeeees Operating SNVIFOMMENE incedo tt Rete Red deep d De Ended ek M Dogg aera Pg eer E dL du vede eine vii viii 1 Welcome What s new Finding information After you set up and register the computer it is important to take the following steps T 2 Set up your wired or wireless network For more information refer to Networking on page 17 Update your antivirus software For more information refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide For instructions on finding this guide refer to Finding information on page 3 Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive For more information refer to Backup and recovery on page 37 Get to know your computer For more information refer to Getting to know your computer on page 5 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 21 for additional information Discover the software that is already installed on the co
20. corded TV shows documents spreadsheets and presentations e mails Internet favorites and settings during this process To restore the computer from the recovery partition follow these steps 1 Access HP Recovery Manager in either of the following ways e Select Start gt All Programs gt Security and Protection gt HP Recovery Manager gt HP Recovery Manager e Turnon or restart the computer and then press esc while the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu message is displayed at the bottom of the screen Then press f11 while the F11 System Recovery message is displayed on the screen 2 Click System Recovery in the HP Recovery Manager window 3 Follow the on screen instructions Performing a system restore 39 Restoring using the restore media 1 If possible back up all personal files 2 Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer or an optional external optical drive and then restart the computer Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer and then restart the computer NOTE Ifthe computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager the computer boot order needs to be changed 3 Press f9 at system bootup 4 Select the optical drive or the flash drive 5 Follow the on screen instructions 40 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery Changing the computer boot order To change the boot order for recovery discs 1 Restart the computer
21. ect Start gt Help and Support gt User Guides o Maximizing battery life o Using the multimedia features of the computer o Protecting the computer o Caring for the computer o Updating the software Help and Support e Operating system information To access Help and Support select Start gt Help and e X Software driver and BIOS updates Support e Troubleshooting tools NOTE For country or region specific support go to http www hp com support select your country or e Instructions for contacting customer support region and follow the on screen instructions Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices e Regulatory and safety information To access this guide e Battery disposal information Select Start Help and Support User Guides Safety amp Comfort Guide e Proper workstation setup To access this guide e Guidelines for posture and work habits that maximize your comfort and decrease your risk of injury Select Start Help and Support User Guides e Electrical and mechanical safety information Go to http www hp com ergo Finding information 3 4 Resource Contents Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP customer support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer HP Web site e Customer support information To access this Web site go to http www hp com e Information for ordering parts support e Software driver and BIOS updates o Information about
22. ent from the illustrations in this section Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 5 for specific information about the TouchPad on your computer To move the pointer slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the buttons on an external mouse 24 Chapter5 Keyboard and pointing devices Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on quickly double tap the TouchPad on off button Gg NOTE The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on The TouchPad light and on screen display icons indicate the TouchPad status when the TouchPad is turned off or on The following table shows and describes the TouchPad display icons TouchPad light Icon Description Off Indicates that the TouchPad is on Amber re Indicates that the TouchPad is off Navigating To move the pointer slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Using pointing devices 25 Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures To use TouchPad gestures place two fingers on the TouchPad at the same time Ef NOTE TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs To view the demonstration of a gesture 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Hardwa
23. ey 2 fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the b key an action key or the esc key 3 4 5 Fi Windows logo key Windows applications key Action keys Displays the Windows Start menu Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer Execute frequently used system functions Top Component Description Speakers 2 Produce sound 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Right side OOS Os Component 1 Digital Media Slot Description Supports the following digital card formats e MultiMediaCard e Secure Digital SD Card e Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC Card e Secure Digital Extended Capacity SDxC Card 2 Q Audio out headphone jack 3 Audio in microphone jack 4 USB 2 0 ports 2 Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before putting on headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information refer to the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices NOTE When a device is connected to the headphone jack the computer speakers are disabled Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone Connect optional USB 2 0 devices 5 I External monitor port
24. f the battery bay and then rotate the battery 2 into the battery bay until it is firmly seated Removing the battery To remove the battery ACAUTION Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information To prevent loss of information save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery 1 Slide the battery service door latch 1 to release the battery Inserting or removing the battery 29 2 Pivot the battery 2 upward and then remove the battery 3 from the computer 30 Chapter6 Maintenance Replacing or upgrading the hard drive Z CAUTION To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on in the Sleep state or in Hibernation If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation turn the computer on by pressing the power button Then shut down the computer through the operating system Removing the hard drive 1 Save your work and shut down the computer 2 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 3 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and remove the battery 4 Slide the battery service door latch 1 to release the service door 5 Slide the service door toward the front of the computer 2 and then lift the door to remove it 3
25. gt HP Recovery Media Creation 2 Follow the on screen instructions Performing a system restore HP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state HP Recovery Manager works from recovery discs a recovery flash drive or from a dedicated recovery partition select models only on the hard drive Gg NOTE A system restore needs to be performed if the computer hard drive has failed or if all attempts to correct any functional computer issues fail A system restore should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues Note the following when performing a system restore e You can restore only the system that you have previously backed up HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive as soon as you set up the computer e Windows has its own built in repair features such as System Restore If you have not already tried these features try them before using HP Recovery Manager e HP Recovery Manager restores only software that was preinstalled at the factory Software not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer s Web site or reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition select models only When using the dedicated recovery partition there is an option to back up pictures music and other audio videos and movies re
26. gure the computer to use an existing account double click an icon and then follow the on screen instructions e Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard You can use the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard to connect to the Internet in any of these situations o You already have an account with an ISP o You do not have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions o You have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided you with information such as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings To access the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard and instructions for using it select Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center 3p NOTE If you are prompted within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall choose to enable the firewall Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices e Wireless local area network WLAN device e HP Mobile Broadband Module a wireless wide area network WWAN device e Bluetooth device For more information on wireless technology and connecting to a wireless network refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide and the information and Web site links provided in Help and Support 18 Chapter 4 Ne
27. ially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router When the computer successfully connects to the Internet you can disconnect the cable and then access the Internet through your wireless network Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always turn on security features to protect your network from unauthorized access For information on protecting your WLAN refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 20 Chapter 4 Networking 5 Keyboard and pointing devices e Using the keyboard e Using pointing devices 21 Using the keyboard Identifying the hotkeys A hotkey is a combination of the fn key 1 and either the esc key 2 or the b key 3 0 o 0 To use a hotkey A Briefly press the fn key 1 and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey combination Hotkey combination Description fntesc Displays system information fntb Enables or disables the Beats Audio bass settings select models only Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound Beats Audio is enabled by default You can also view and control the bass settings through the Windows operating system To view and control the bass properties Select Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Beats Audio Control Panel Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned f
28. icity Contains the Windows Product Key You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is located inside the battery bay e Regulatory label Provides regulatory information about the computer The regulatory label is located inside the battery bay e Wireless certification label or labels select models only Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use You may need this information when traveling internationally If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices one or more certification labels are included with your computer Wireless certification labels are located under the service door e SIM subscriber identity module label select models only Provides the ICCID Integrated Circuit Card Identifier of the SIM This label is located under the service door e HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label select models only Provides the serial number of the HP Mobile Broadband Module This label is located under the service door 46 Chapter 8 Customer support 9 Specifications e Input power e Operating environment 47 Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer The computer operates on DC power which can be supplied by an AC or a DC
29. mputer by selecting Start gt All Programs What s new Beats Audio Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound Beats Audio is enabled by default A To enable or disable the Beats Audio bass settings press fn b Ey NOTE You can also view and control the bass settings through the Windows operating system Select Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Beats Audio Control Panel to view and control the bass properties The following table shows and describes the Beats Audio icons that appear when you press fn b Icon Description Beats Audio is enabled Beats Audio is disabled i2 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks Resource Contents Instructions for setting up the computer e Howto set up the computer e Identification of computer components Getting Started e Computer features To access this guide e Instructions for the following Select Start Help and Support User Guides o Connecting to a wireless network o Using the keyboard and pointing devices o Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory modules o Performing a backup and a recovery o Contacting customer support e Computer specifications HP Notebook Reference Guide e Power management features To access this guide e Instructions for the following Sel
30. n briefly to exit Sleep e When the computer is in Hibernation press the button briefly to exit Hibernation If the computer has stopped responding and Windows amp shutdown procedures are ineffective press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer To learn more about your power settings select Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 2 e QuickWeb button select models only Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer e When the computer is off or in Hibernation press the button to open HP QuickWeb e When the computer is in Microsoft Windows press the button to open the default Web browser e When the computer is in HP QuickWeb press the button to open the Web browser QuickWeb allows you to browse the Internet communicate with others using Skype and explore other HP QuickWeb programs When the computer is off or in Hibernation you can press the QuickWeb button to access these features without waiting for the operating system to start NOTE For more information refer to HP QuickWeb select models only on page 15 and to the HP QuickWeb software Help If your computer does not have HP QuickWeb software the button does not start QuickWeb or perform any action or function in QuickWeb Keys Component 1 esc key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn k
31. of only one set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive Handle these discs or flash drive carefully and keep them in a safe place Ey NOTE If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive you can use an optional external optical drive purchased separately to create recovery discs or you can purchase recovery discs for your computer from the HP Web site If you use an external optical drive it must be connected directly to a USB port on the computer not to a USB port on an external device such as a USB hub Guidelines e Purchase high quality DVD R DVD R DVD R DL or DVD R DL discs 3p NOTE Read write discs such as CD RW DVD RW double layer DVD RW and BD RE rewritable Blu ray discs are not compatible with the HP Recovery Manager software The computer must be connected to AC power during this process Only one set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive can be created per computer NOTE If you are creating recovery discs number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive e f necessary you can exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs or recovery flash drive The next time you open HP Recovery Manager you will be prompted to continue the backup creation process 38 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery To create a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive 1 Select Start gt All Programs gt Security and Protection gt HP Recovery Manager
32. ore In the event of hard drive failure to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can create using HP Recovery Manager HP recommends that you use this software to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive immediately after software setup If for some other reason you need to restore your system this can be achieved using the HP Recovery partition select models only without the need for recovery discs or a recovery flash drive To check for the presence of a recovery partition click Start right click Computer click Manage and then click Disk Management If the recovery partition is present a Recovery drive is listed in the window CAUTION HP Recovery Manager partition or discs flash drive restores only software that was preinstalled at the factory Software not provided with this computer must be reinstalled manually Ey NOTE Recovery discs have been included if your computer does not have a recovery partition Creating restore media HP recommends that you create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive to be sure that you can restore your computer to its original factory state if the hard drive fails or if for any reason you cannot restore using the recovery partition tools Create these discs or the flash drive after setting up the computer for the first time Ey NOTE HP Recovery Manager allows the creation
33. ore information 42 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes PY NOTE Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e mails created since the last restore point You also can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for your files and settings When to create restore points e Before you add or modify software or hardware e Periodically whenever the computer is functioning optimally EG NOTE If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind you can reverse the restoration Create a system restore point 1 Select Start 5 Control Panel 5 System and Security 5 System 2 In the left pane click System Protection 3 Click the System Protection tab 4 Follow the on screen instructions Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point created at a previous date and time when the computer was functioning optimally follow these steps 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System 2 Inthe left pane click System Protection 3 Click the System Protection tab 4 Click System Restore 5 Follow the on screen instructions Backing up and recovering your information 43 8 Customer
34. phone jack 11 B backing up customized window toolbar and menu bar settings 41 personal files 41 bass settings hotkey 22 battery bay 14 battery light 12 battery inserting 29 battery removing 29 battery service door release latch 14 Beats Audio 2 22 Bluetooth label 46 buttons left TouchPad 6 power 8 QuickWeb 8 right TouchPad 6 50 Index C caps lock light identifying 6 Certificate of Authenticity label 46 components bottom 14 display 13 front 10 leftside 12 right side 11 top 5 connector power 12 D DC plug of external HP power supply 48 Digital Media Slot identifying 11 drive light 12 E esc key identifying 9 external monitor port 11 F f11 39 fn key identifying 9 22 H hard drive installing 32 removing 31 HDMI port identifying 12 hotkeys bass settings 22 description 22 using 22 HP Recovery Manager 39 l input power 48 integrated webcam light identifying 13 internal display switch 13 internal microphone identifying 13 Internet connection setup 19 ISP using 18 J jacks audio in microphone 11 audio out headphone 11 network 11 RJ 45 network 11 K keyboard hotkeys identifying 22 keys action 9 esc 9 fn 9 Windows applications 9 Windows logo 9 L labels Bluetooth 46 HP Mobile Broadband Module 46 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 46 regulatory 46 serial number 46 SIM 46 wireless certification 46 WLAN 46 latch battery service door release 1
35. power source The AC power source must be rated at 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 18 5 V dc 3 5A 65W DC plug of external HP power supply OCO E NOTE This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms Ef NOTE The computer operating voltage and current can be found on the system regulatory label 48 Chapter9 Specifications Operating environment Factor Metric U S Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Nonoperating 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft Operating environment 49 Index A action keys decrease screen brightness 23 Help and Support 23 identifying 9 increase screen brightness 23 next track 23 play pause resume 23 stop 23 switch screen image 23 volume down 23 volume mute 23 volume up 23 wireless 23 audio in microphone jack 11 audio out head
36. re and Sound gt Synaptics gt Settings 2 Click a gesture to activate the demonstration To turn the gestures on or off 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Synaptics gt Settings 2 Select the check box next to the gesture that you want to turn on or off 3 Click Apply and then click OK 26 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up down or sideways on a page or image To scroll place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up down left or right motion Ey NOTE Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed Bj NOTE Two finger scrolling is enabled at the factory Pinching Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text e Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad and then moving them apart e Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad and then moving them together E NOTE Pinching zooming is enabled at the factory Using pointing devices 27 6 Maintenance e Inserting or removing the battery e Replacing or upgrading the hard drive e Adding or replacing memory modules 28 Chapter6 Maintenance Inserting or removing the battery Ey NOTE For additional information on using the battery refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide Inserting the battery To insert the battery A Align the battery 1 with the outer edge o
37. tery bay For more information refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 3 a Battery service door latch Releases the battery from the battery bay and the service door from the computer 4 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The computer 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 5 Service door Provides access to the hard drive bay a memory module 14 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer slot the subscriber identity module SIM slot select models only and the wireless local area network WLAN module 3 HP QuickWeb select models only Getting started The HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favorite activities Your computer is ready to go within seconds of starting HP QuickWeb allowing you to rapidly access the Internet widgets and communication programs To use QuickWeb press the QuickWeb button and then start browsing the Web communicating with others using Skype and exploring other HP QuickWeb widgets Your HP QuickWeb Home screen includes the following features e Web browser Search and browse the Web and create links to your favorite Web sites e Skype Communicate using Skype an application that uses voice over Internet protocol VoIP Skype lets you make conference calls or have video chats with one or more people
38. the monitor Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard This action key can also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer rr f6 Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD T f7 Plays pauses or resumes a track of an audio CD or a section of a DVD or a BD f8 Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD q f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down this key q 4 f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down this key g 9 11 Mutes or restores speaker sound 112 Turns the wireless feature on or off dU NOTE A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible Using the keyboard 23 Using pointing devices Ey NOTE In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer you can use an external USB mouse purchased separately by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize pointing device settings button configuration click speed and pointer options To access Mouse Properties select Start gt Devices and Printers Then right click the listing that represents your computer and select Mouse settings Using the TouchPad NOTE The TouchPad on your computer may look slightly differ
39. tworking Connecting to an existing WLAN 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn on the computer Be sure that the WLAN device is on Click the network icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar Select a network to connect to Click Connect If required enter the security key Setting up a new WLAN network Required 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 Your new wireless computer 3 E NOTE Some modems have a built in wireless router Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have The illustration shows an example of a completed WLAN network installation that is connected to the Internet As your network grows additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet Connecting to a wireless network 19 Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network To use the Windows tools to set up your network select Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center gt Set up a new connection or network gt Set up a new network Then follow the on screen instructions Ef NOTE It is recommended that you init
40. unction The icon on each of the f1 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for that key To use an action key function press and hold the key The action key feature is enabled at the factory You can disable this feature in Setup Utility BIOS and revert back to standard settings by pressing the fn key and one of the action keys to activate the assigned function Refer to the Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics chapter in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for instructions 22 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices Z CAUTION Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly Icon Key Description o f1 Opens Help and Support which provides information about your Windows operating Li System and computer answers to questions and tutorials and updates to your computer Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to customer support n f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally as long as you hold down this 3 key i f3 Increases the screen brightness level incrementally as long as you hold down this Ei key f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system For ICI example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous display on both the computer and
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