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1. This table describes factory settings For information about changing factory settings refer to the user guides located in Help and Support Identifying the hardware 3 Keys ea a Component Description 1 esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key 2 fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key 3 Be Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 5 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key Front components Component Description 1 Speakers 2 Produce sound 4 Chapter 1 Hardware features Component Description 2 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 computer is plugged into an external power source the light turns off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged If the computer is not plugged into an external power source the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level 3 Drive light Blinking The hard drive or flash drive is being accessed Right side components
2. 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Select the Main menu System information such as the system time and date and identification information about the computer is displayed 3 To exit 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 Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings If Setup Utility is not already running begin at step 1 If Setup Utility is already running begin at step 2 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 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 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 computer restarts amp NOTE Your password security and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving changes
3. Component Description 1 Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats e Memory Stick MS e Memory Stick Pro MS Pro e MultiMediaCard MMC e Secure Digital SD Memory Card e xD Picture card 2 th Audio out headphone jack Audio in microphone Produces sound when connected to optional powered A jack stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio Also connects an optional headset microphone NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled The audio component cable must have a 4 conductor connector 3 USB ports 2 Connect optional USB devices Identifying the hardware 5 Component Description 4 ica External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector 5 tts RJ 45 network jack Connects a network cable Left side components b 90 Component Description 1 a Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer K NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen 2 rE Power connector Connects an AC adapter 3 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 4 aq USB port
4. e To exit 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 Toexit 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 enter After either choice the computer restarts in Windows Using Setup Utility 75 Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options amp NOTE Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer Main menu Select To do this System information e View and change the system time and date e View identification information about the computer 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
5. Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer files on the hard drive become fragmented Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that the system can run more efficiently To run Disk Defragmenter 1 Select Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt Disk Defragmenter 2 Under Volume click the listing for the hard drive usually listed as C and then click Defragment For additional information access the Disk Defragmenter software Help Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run more efficiently Drives 35 To run Disk Cleanup 1 Select Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt Disk Cleanup 2 Follow the on screen instructions Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay A 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 Standby 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 To remove the hard drive 1 Save your work Shut down the computer and close the display Disconnec
6. Select Start gt Turn Off Computer gt Turn Off If the computer 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 select Shut Down gt Turn Off e Press the power button and hold for at least 5 seconds e Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery 62 Chapter8 Power management 9 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non Windows Setup Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks Follow the procedures in this chapter to use the following features e Passwords e Firewall software e Antivirus support Norton Internet Security e Critical security updates NOTE Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen NOTE Before you send your computer for service remove all password settings Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use of the computer e QuickLock e Power on password Unauthorized access to data e 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 computer Critical security updates from M
7. 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 1 Hardware features Identifying the WardWware usneseni E ONS 1 TOP COMPONENTS a dennaacrecedssasacddaslesvabadasdzanthadedvaadaadadaesiagatdlanden laud Mendas dgadunaasnstagadaasaasnaddeanas 1 TouchPad sosisini anii niia aE aa dhadasentivnsaadedenendecddcccusaataneleandnosanacs 1 s i EE E T E E E EA T 2 BUWONS oa cers ec asec aa i aa nE EEE E EE E EE E E EE aaia 3 KOY S uciani a R E T T AE 4 Front components cccecceeeeeeceeeceee cee ee scenes ee eee aaa eaeaeeaeceeeeeeeee eee cdegesaeaaasaneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 4 Right side COmponeNiS serorari anii cetadewegeeesedeeeyel EEA ETEEN EREE 5 Left side components ccccccccec cece cette eee ee ete eee eee a eae aeaaaeaaeeaaeeaeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeteeeeseieees 6 Display Components sesira E ane ne eae 7 Bottom component ecceeeceeeecaeeeeee cette eee eeeeeecaaeaaeaaeceeeeeeeeeeeeseeseccncacaeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 8 Wireless Antennas ccccccccccceceeceeeeeeee a a aa E aE 9 Additional hardware components c eee eeeeceeceeeeeeeeeeeeteceeceaaaaecaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeniaaeess 10 Identifying the labelen a E E ee
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9. 76 product name and number computer 10 programs updating 73 projector connecting 31 public WLAN connection 17 6 31 Q QuickLock 64 QuickLock hotkey 49 QuickWeb software 12 R readable media 51 regulatory information HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number 11 regulatory label 11 wireless 11 release latches battery 8 56 restoring default settings 75 right TouchPad button identifying 2 RJ 45 network jack identifying 6 80 Index S screen brightness hotkeys 49 screen image switching 49 security cable slot identifying 6 Security menu 76 security wireless 16 selecting in Setup Utility 74 serial number computer 10 service tag 10 setup of WLAN 16 Setup Utility passwords setin 64 setup computer 1 shared drives 39 shut down 62 SIM inserting 19 removing 20 slots security cable 6 software Disk Cleanup 35 Disk Defragmenter 35 installing 28 multimedia 28 Windows Media Player 28 Wireless Assistant 15 solid state drive SSD 34 speakers identifying 4 26 Standby exiting 51 initiating 51 Standby hotkey 48 storing a battery 61 System Configuration menu 76 system information 76 T temperature 61 TouchPad buttons 2 identifying 1 using 47 TouchPad scroll zone identifying 2 traveling with the computer 61 turning off the computer 62 U unresponsive system 62 USB cable connecting 40 USB devices connecting 40 description 40 removing 40 stopping 40 USB hubs 40 US
10. Chapter 4 Multimedia Webcam Your computer 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 amp NOTE To record videos you must install additional webcam software To access the webcam 1 Select Start gt My Computer and then double click the camera icon 2 Click Take a new picture to take a picture NOTE The picture is automatically saved in the My Documents folder Webcam 33 5 Drives and external devices Drives Identifying installed drives Your computer includes a hard drive with a rotating disc or a solid state drive SSD with solid state memory Because an SSD has no moving parts it does not generate as much heat as a hard drive To view the drives installed on the computer select Start gt My Computer Handling drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care Refer to the following cautions before handling drives Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply 34 Chapter5 Drives and external devices 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 computer that is connected to an external hard drive initiate Standby and allow the screen to clear or properly disconnect the external hard drive Before handling a drive discharge sta
11. Connection Manager refer to the Connection Manager software Help Using 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 in Setup Utility it must be reenabled in Setup Utility before it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant amp NOTE Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a network or a Bluetooth enabled device To view the state of the wireless devices click the Show hidden icons icon the arrow at the left of the notification area and position the mouse pointer over the wireless icon If the wireless icon is not displayed in the notification area complete the following steps to change Wireless Assistant properties 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet Connections gt HP Wireless Assistant 2 Click Properties 3 Select the check box next to Wireless Assistant icon in notification area 4 Click Apply For more information refer to the Wireless Assistant software Help 1 Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center 2 Click the Help button Using operating system controls Some operating systems also offer a way to manage integrated wireless devices and the wireless connection For example Windows Network Connections allows you to set up a connection connect to a network manage w
12. Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music movies and pictures NOTE Your computer may not include all of the components listed The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your computer Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer Multimedia features 25 Component 1 Webcam light Description On The webcam is in use 2 Webcam Captures still photographs and videos NOTE Tocapture videos you must install additional webcam software 3 Internal microphone Records sound 4 Audio out headphone jack Audio in microphone jack eD 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 Safety and Environmental Notices NOTE When a device is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled The audio component must have a 4 conductor connector 5 6 Speakers 2 qe Volume mute hotkey 26 Chapter 4 Multimedia Produce sound Mutes speaker sound when pressed in combination with the fn
13. SIM and Removing a SIM sections in this chapter For information on HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network operator refer to the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer For additional information see the HP Web site at http www hp com go mobilebroadband US only Inserting a SIM To insert a SIM 1 D of gt O N 10 11 Shut down the computer 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 Close the display Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you Remove the battery CAUTION When inserting a SIM position the card with the slanted corner as shown in the illustration If a SIM is inserted backwards or upside down the battery may not snap into place properly and could damage the SIM and the SIM connector To prevent damage to the connectors use minimal force when inserting a SIM Insert the SIM into the SIM slot and gently push the SIM into the slot until it is firmly seated Replace the battery NOTE HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is not replaced Reconnect external power Reconnect external devices Turn on the computer Using wireless
14. battery release 8 left TouchPad button identifying 2 lights battery 5 caps lock 2 drive 5 power 2 webcam 7 wireless 2 local area network LAN cable required 23 connecting cable 23 low battery level 57 M Main menu 76 maintenance Disk Cleanup 35 Disk Defragmenter 35 managing a power on password 66 managing an administrator password 65 memory module inserting 45 removing 44 memory module slot 8 memory test 77 microphone audio in jack 5 26 minimizing interference 23 monitor port external 6 monitor connecting 31 mouse external connecting 47 setting preferences 47 multimedia components identifying 25 multimedia software installing 28 using 28 mute button 27 mute hotkey identifying 26 N navigating in Setup Utility 74 network cable connecting 23 noise suppression circuitry 23 network jack identifying 6 network key 22 network security codes network key 22 SSID 22 network status icon 14 noise suppression circuitry network cable 23 oO operating system 62 Index 79 optical drive sharing 39 P passwords administrator 65 power on 65 set in Setup Utility 64 set in Windows 64 ports external monitor HDMI 6 31 USB 5 6 40 power connecting 54 conserving 61 power button identifying 3 power connector identifying 6 power cord identifying 10 power light identifying 2 power on password creating 66 entering 66 managing 66 primary hard drive self test 77 Processor C4 State
15. devices 19 Removing a SIM To remove a SIM 1 ee SY D 10 11 Shut down the computer 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 Close the display Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you Remove the battery Press in on the SIM 1 and then remove it from the slot 2 Replace the battery Reconnect external power Reconnect external devices Turn on the computer Using Bluetooth wireless devices A Bluetooth device provides short range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following Computers desktop notebook PDA Phones cellular cordless smart phone Imaging devices printer camera Audio devices headset speakers 20 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network 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 computer with Bluetooth as a host and using it as a gateway through
16. e Presentation e Always On e Minimal Power Management e Max Battery You can change the settings of these power schemes 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 52 Chapter8 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 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 computer to prompt for a password when the computer 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
17. f12 Delay sec Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each 0 5 10 15 20 e HP QuickWeb Enable disable HP QuickWeb at boot time Set the delay for the user to start Windows 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 o USB Floppy USB CD DVD ROM Drive o USB flash drive USB Hard drive 76 Chapter 11 Setup Utility Select To do this o USB Card Reader Network adapter NOTE Only the devices attached to the system appear in the boot order menu Diagnostics menu Select To do this Primary Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self test on the hard drive Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on the system memory Setup Utility menus 77 Index A AC adapter connecting 54 identifying 10 administrator password creating 65 entering 65 managing 65 airport security devices 35 antennas 9 applications key Windows 4 audio devices connecting external 29 audio functions checking 29 audio in microphone jack 5 26 audio out headphone jack 5 26 B battery calibrating 59 charging 56 59 conserving power 61 discharging 57 disposing 62 identifying 10 inserting 55 low battery levels 57 recharging 61 removing 55 storing 61 battery bay identifying 8 battery light 5 56 57 battery power 54 battery rele
18. 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 computer is in Standby for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Standby the computer initiates Hibernation When Hibernation is initiated your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer 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 reading from or writing to a disc or an external media card amp NOTE You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer 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 computer on you can initiate Standby in any of the following ways e Press fn f1 e Select Start gt Turn Off Computer gt Stand By To exit Standby A Briefly press the power button When the computer 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
19. key Component Description 7 i Volume down hotkey Decreases speaker volume when pressed in combination with the fn key 8 aa Volume up hotkey Increases speaker volume when pressed in combination with the fn key Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls e Computer volume hotkey A combination of the fn key 1 and either the f8 2 f10 3 or f11 4 function key To mute or restore volume press fn f8 o To decrease volume press fn f10 o Toincrease 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 In the 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 Multimedia features 27 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 computer includes preinstalled multime
20. signals and either connect to your network uninvited or capture information being sent across it However you can take precautions 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 o 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 are not able to use the WLAN 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 enc
21. them after the calibration Set the 4 options to Never Click OK Step 3 Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is being discharged The battery can discharge whether or not you are using the computer but the battery will discharge faster while you are using it If you plan to leave the computer unattended during the discharge save your information before beginning the discharge procedure If you use the computer occasionally during the discharge procedure 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 computer is idle System initiated Hibernation will not occur To discharge a battery 1 2 Unplug the computer from its external power source but do not turn off the computer Run the computer 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 computer shuts down 60 Chapter8 Power management Step 4 Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery 1 Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully recharged When the battery is recharged the battery light on the computer turns off You can use the comp
22. All Programs gt Norton Internet Security AIh E amp E NOTE HP recommends that you always update the antivirus software to help protect your computer NOTE For more information about computer viruses type viruses in the Search box in Help and Support Using antivirus software 67 Using firewall software When you use the computer for e mail network or Internet access unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to the computer your personal files and information about you Use the firewall software preinstalled on the computer 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 firewall To permanently resolve the problem reconfigure the firewall 68 Chapter9 Security Installing critical updates A CAUTION Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates To protect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert Updates to the operat
23. B ports identifying 5 6 40 V vents identifying 6 8 video transmission types 49 volume down hotkey identifying 27 volume mute button 27 volume up hotkey identifying 27 volume adjusting 27 WwW webcam light identifying 7 26 webcam identifying 7 26 Windows applications key identifying 4 Windows logo key identifying 4 Windows passwords setin 64 wireless antennas 9 Wireless Assistant software 15 wireless button identifying 3 14 wireless controls button 14 operating system 14 wireless icon 14 wireless light identifying 2 14 wireless network WLAN connecting 17 corporate WLAN connection 17 equipment needed 16 functional range 18 public WLAN connection 17 security 16 WLAN 8 WLAN antennas identifying 9 WLAN device 13 writable media 51 WWAN antennas identifying 9
24. Connects an optional USB device 5 HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television or any compatible digital or audio component NOTE Depending on your computer model the computer may include an HDMI port or a USB port at this location SSS SSS Se 6 Chapter 1 Hardware features Display components Component Description 1 Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on 2 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 3 Webcam Captures still photographs and videos NOTE To capture videos you must install additional webcam software 4 Internal microphone Records sound Identifying the hardware 7 Bottom components Component 1 A Battery release latches 2 2 Battery bay Description Release the battery from the battery bay Holds the battery 3 Vents 4 Enable 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 4 Hard drive bay iy LA 8 Chapter 1 Hardware features Contains the hard drive the wireless LAN module slot and the memory module slot CAUTION To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message replace the WLAN module with
25. G To reduce potential safety issues use only the battery provided with the computer a replacement battery provided by HP or a compatible battery purchased from HP Computer battery life varies depending on power management settings programs running on the computer display brightness external devices connected to the computer and other factors Displaying the remaining battery charge 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 number 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 computer through Windows before removing the battery To insert the b
26. Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button 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 computer battery while you are onboard aircraft amp NOTE The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use but it charges faster when the computer is off Using battery power 59 To fully charge the battery P 2 Insert the battery into the computer Connect the computer 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 computer turns on Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is fully charged The battery light on the computer 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 column and the Plugged in column so that you can reset
27. L Drive e HDDVD drive amp NOTE For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use refer to the manufacturer s instructions To connect an external drive to the computer A CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive be sure that the AC power cord is unplugged 1 Connect the drive to the computer 2 Ifyou are connecting a powered drive plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet To disconnect a powered drive disconnect it from the computer and then unplug the AC power cord 38 Chapter5 Drives and external devices Connecting optional external drives amp NOTE For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to A use refer to the manufacturer s instructions To connect an external drive to the computer CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive be sure that the drive is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged NOTE An external optical drive must be connected to the USB port on the computer not to a USB port on another external device such as a hub or docking station 1 Connect the drive to the computer 2 Ifyou are connecting a powered drive plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet 3 Turn on the drive To disconnect an unpowered external drive turn off the drive and then disconne
28. Mini User Guide Copyright 2009 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett Packard Company under license SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor Microsoft and Windows are U S registered trademarks 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 Second Edition December 2009 First Edition September 2009 Document Part Number 574394 002 Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your Mini 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 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 contact
29. To reduce potential safety issues use only the AC adapter provided with the computer 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 computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions A WARNING Do not charge the computer 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 53 When you connect the computer to external AC power the following events occur e The battery begins to charge e Ifthe computer is turned on the power meter icon in the notification area changes appearance When you disconnect external AC power the following events occur e The computer 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 computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet not by unplugging the power cord from the computer If provided with a 3 pin attachment plug on the power cord pl
30. 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 Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes Your changes go into effect when the computer 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 computer and try again 66 Chapter9 Security Using antivirus software When you use the computer 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 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 Norton Internet Security an antivirus program is preinstalled on the computer e Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of free updates It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software and for purchasing extended update service are provided within the program e To access Norton Internet Security or to get more information about it select Start gt
31. ase latches 8 55 battery temperature 61 bay battery 8 BD drive 38 BIOS updating 71 78 Index Blu ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD R RW Double Layer 38 Bluetooth device 13 boot options 76 boot order 76 button volume mute 27 buttons left TouchPad 2 power 3 right TouchPad 2 wireless 3 Cc cables LAN 23 USB 40 VGA 31 calibrating battery 59 caps lock light identifying 2 CDdrive 38 changing the Setup Utility language 74 charging batteries 56 59 checking audio functions 29 components additional hardware 10 bottom 8 display 7 front 4 left side 6 right side 5 TouchPad 1 connecting toa WLAN 17 connection external power 54 conservation power 61 cord power 10 corporate WLAN connection 17 critical battery level 58 D Diagnostics menu 77 digital card inserting 41 removing 42 stopping 42 supported formats 41 Digital Media Slot identifying 5 Disk Cleanup software 35 Disk Defragmenter software 35 diskette drive 38 display image switching 49 screen brightness hotkeys 49 display switch identifying 7 displaying system information 75 drive light identifying 5 drive media 51 drives connecting external 39 diskette 38 external 38 hard 36 37 38 optical 38 drives boot order 76 DVD drive 38 E earbuds 5 26 encryption 17 entering a power on password 66 entering an administrator password 65 esc key 4 exiting Setup Utility 75 external audio devices connecting 29 external dri
32. at Chat with friends on multiple instant messaging programs such as Google Talk Windows Live Messenger Yahoo Messenger and other providers Web calendar Display edit and organize your schedule using your favorite online calendar program Web e mail View and send e mail using Yahoo Gmail and other Web e mail providers amp NOTE For information on using QuickWeb refer to the Notebook Essentials guide included with your computer 12 Chapter 2 Using HP QuickWeb software select models only 3 Wireless and local area network Using wireless devices Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices e Wireless local area network WLAN device Connects the computer to wireless local area networks commonly referred to as Wi Fi networks wireless LANs or WLANs in corporate offices your home and public places such as airports restaurants coffee shops hotels and universities In a WLAN each mobile wireless device communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point e HP Mobile Broadband Module 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 tow
33. attery 1 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface Using battery power 55 2 Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on the computer 1 and then insert the battery into the battery bay The battery release latches 2 automatically lock the battery into place To remove the battery 1 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 2 Slide the battery release latches 1 to release the battery and then remove the battery 2 Charging a battery A WARNING Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter an optional power adapter an optional docking device or an optional expansion product 56 Chapter8 Power management The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use but it charges faster when the computer is off Charging may take longer if a battery is new has been unused for 2 weeks or more or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature 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 computer e Charge the battery until the battery light turns off NOTE Ifthe computer is on while the battery is charging the power meter in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged e _ Allow the bat
34. 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 computer right click the Volume icon on the taskbar or select Start gt Control Panel gt Sounds Speech and Audio Devices gt Sounds and Audio Devices 30 Chapter 4 Multimedia Video Your computer 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 external monitor port on the computer To connect an external monitor or projector 1 Connect the optional VGA cable to the external monitor port on the computer D 7 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 computer Connecting an HDMI device The computer includes an HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface port The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television or any compat
35. ct it from the computer To disconnect a powered external drive turn off the drive disconnect it from the computer and then unplug the AC power cord Sharing optical drives Although your computer does not have an installed optical drive you can easily access software as well as install programs and access data by sharing an optical drive from another computer that has an optical drive and is on the same wired or wireless network Sharing drives is a feature of the Windows operating system that allows a drive on another computer to be made available for other people to use on a network NOTE For information on setting up a home network and sharing a drive refer to Help and Support NOTE Some discs such as DVD movies and game discs may be copy protected and therefore unusable through DVD or CD sharing Drives 39 External 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 optional 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 computer has 3 or 4 USB ports which support USB 1 0 USB 1 1 and USB 2 0 devices An optional USB hub optio
36. dia software that allows you to play music watch movies and view pictures Using preinstalled 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 Ef 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 NOTE Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses Refer to the Security chapter for more information 28 Chapter 4 Multimedia Audio Your computer has a variety of audio features that allow you to Play music using your computer speakers and or connected external speakers Record sound using the internal microphone or 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 headpho
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38. e the software is to be downloaded You must 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 amp NOTE After amessage on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive Updating programs and drivers 73 41 Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is not working The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup security and other preferences To start Setup Utility A Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen Using Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to change the language of Setup Utility If Setup Utility is not already running begi
39. ected to reliable external power using the AC adapter Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer 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 computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet Do not shut down the computer 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 provides software for your computer Select Start gt Help and Support and then select the software and drivers update 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your computer 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 computer 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 Updating the BIOS 71 Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is to be downloaded you must access this path when you are ready to install the update amp NOTE If you connect your computer to a networ
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44. eless router If you are trying to connect to the wireless router and are unsuccessful reset the wireless router by removing power from the router for 10 to 15 seconds If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN restart the wireless router For details refer to the router manufacturer s instructions Connecting to a local area network LAN Connecting to a local area network LAN requires an 8 pin RJ 45 network cable purchased separately If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1 which prevents interference from TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end of the cable 2 toward the computer ri a rar To connect the network cable A WARNING Toreduce 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 computer Using wireless devices 23 2 Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack 2 24 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network 4 Multimedia Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music watch movies and view pictures Your computer may include the following multimedia components e Integrated speakers for listening to music e Integrated microphone for recording your own audio e Integrated webcam that allows you to capture photographs and videos e
45. equipped with a wireless device 3 The illustration below shows an example of a wireless 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 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 computer in a hotspot limit your network activities to noncritical e mail and basic Internet surfing 16 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network 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
46. ers throughout large geographic areas effectively providing coverage across entire states regions or even countries e Bluetooth device Creates a personal area network PAN to connect to other Bluetooth enabled devices such as computers phones printers headsets speakers and cameras In a PAN each device communicates directly with other devices and devices must be relatively close together typically within 10 meters approximately 33 feet of each other Computers with WLAN devices support one or more of 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 e 802 11a supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 5 GHz amp NOTE 802 11a is not compatible with 802 11b and 802 11g e 802 11n supports data rates of up to 450 Mbps and may operate at 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz making it backward compatible with 802 11a b and g For more information on wireless technology refer to the information and Web site links provided in Help and Support Using wireless devices 13 Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name p Wireless connected Description Identifies the location of t
47. gt Network and Internet Connections gt Network Connections 2 Click one of the connections 3 Inthe left pane click Repair this connection The Network connections window is displayed and Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the preferred networks Current network security codes are unavailable If you are prompted for a network key or a name SSID when connecting to a WLAN the network is protected by security You must have the current codes to make a connection on a secure network The SSID and network key are alphanumeric codes that identify your computer to the network e For a network connected to your personal wireless router review the router user guide for instructions on setting up the same codes on both the router and the WLAN device e Fora private network such as a network in an office or at a public Internet chat room contact the network administrator to obtain the codes and then enter the codes when prompted to do so Some networks change the SSID or network keys used in their routers or access points on a regular basis to improve security You must change the corresponding code in your computer accordingly If you are provided with new wireless network keys and SSID for a network and if you have previously connected to that network follow the steps below to connect to the network 1 Select Control Panel gt Network and Internet Connections gt Network Connections A list s
48. he wireless light and the wireless function key on the computer Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more of the wireless devices are on t I Wireless disconnected Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that all of the wireless devices are off Wireless network connection connected Indicates that one or more of your WLAN devices are connected to the network Wireless network connection disconnected Network status connected Indicates that one or more of your WLAN devices are not connected to a network Indicates that one or more of your LAN drivers are installed and one or more LAN devices are connected to the network 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 computer using these features e Wireless button or wireless switch e HP Connection Manager software select models only e Wireless Assistant software select models only e Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button one or more wireless devices and one or two wireless lights depending on the model All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory so the wireless light is on blue when you tu
49. howing the available WLANs is displayed If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are active several are displayed 2 Right click the network and then click Properties 3 Click the Wireless Networks tab 4 Select the network and then click Properties Ef NOTE Ifthe network you want is not listed check with the network administrator to be sure that the router or access point is operating 5 Click the Association tab and then enter the correct wireless encryption data into the Network key field 6 Click OK to save these settings 22 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network WLAN connection is very weak If the connection is very weak or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN minimize interference from other devices as follows e Move your computer closer to the wireless router or access point e Temporarily disconnect devices such as a microwave cordless phone or cellular phone to be sure that other devices are not interfering If the connection does not improve try forcing the device to reestablish all connection values 1 Select Control Panel gt Network and Internet Connections gt Network Connections 2 Right click the network and then click Properties 3 Click the Wireless Networks tab A list showing the available WLANs is displayed If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are active several are displayed 4 Select a network and then click Remove Cannot connect to the wir
50. i ltd il ll Lh cl Gah il Aral GS a bia biil aal a lm Ll La oes e Ts Component Description 1 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 2 Power light e On The computer is on e Blinking The computer is in Standby e Off The computer is off or in Hibernation 3 tt Wireless light e On An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on e Off All wireless devices are off 2 Chapter 1 Hardware features Buttons i a mire tots f f f l ma a a a N GA N G E N cal al iad al a a i al W et att maaan Component Description 1 Power button 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 Standby e When the computer is in Standby press the button briefly to exit Standby e When the computer is in Hibernation press the button briefly to exit Hibernation If the computer has stopped responding and Windows 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 gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options 2 Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not create a wireless connection NOTE To establish a wireless connection a wireless network must already be set up
51. ible digital or audio component Ef NOTE To transmit video signals through the HDMI port you need an HDMI cable purchased separately The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display Video 31 To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port 1 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer HDMI amp a 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the video device according to the device manufacturer s instructions 3 Press fn f2 on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected to the device Configuring audio for HDMI select models only To configure HDMI audio first connect an audio or video device such as a high definition TV to the HDMI port on your computer Then configure the default audio playback device as follows 1 Right click the Speakers icon in the notification area at far right of the taskbar and then click Playback devices 2 Onthe Playback tab click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device HDMI 3 Click Set Default and then click OK To return audio to the computer speakers follow these steps 1 _ Right click the Speakers icon in the notification area at far right of the taskbar and then click Playback devices 2 Onthe Playback tab click Speakers 3 Click Set Default and then click OK 32
52. ical battery level and the battery light blinks rapidly Using battery power 57 The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level e If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in Standby the computer initiates Hibernation e If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in Standby the computer remains briefly in Standby and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information 58 Chapter8 Power management Resolving a low battery level A CAUTION To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer 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 optional docking device e Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1 Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation 2 Remove the discharged battery and then insert a charged battery 3 Turn on the computer Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available A Initiate Hibernation or Save your work and shut down the computer Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation follow these steps 1 Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power 2 Exit
53. icrosoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer 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 computer CAUTION To prevent being locked out of the computer record each password you set Because most passwords are not displayed as they are set changed or deleted it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place Protecting the computer 63 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 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 computer e Do not store passwords in a file on the computer e Donotuse your name or other personal information that co
54. ing system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer observe these guidelines e Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your computer 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 69 10 Software updates Updated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs Some download packages contain a file named Readme txt which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file To update the software follow these steps which are explained in the remainder of this guide 1 Identify your computer model product category and series or family Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer If your computer is connected to a network consult the network administrator before installing any software updates especially system BIOS updates NOTE The computer system BIOS is stored on the system ROM The BIOS initializes the operating sy
55. ireless networks and diagnose and repair connections To access the Network Connections select Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet Connections gt Network Connections For more information select Start gt Help and Support Using wireless devices 15 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 amp NOTE The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably e 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 e A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection a printer and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software To use the WLAN device in your computer 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 e A broadband modem either DSL or cable 1 and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP e A wireless router purchased separately 2 e The computer
56. k 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 click 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 Afteramessage on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive 72 Chapter 10 Software updates 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 computer 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 wher
57. n at step 1 If Setup Utility is already running begin at step 2 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 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 enter When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed press enter a amp To save your change and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes and then press enter Your change goes into effect immediately Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility Because Setup Utility is not Windows based it does not support the TouchPad Navigation and selection are by keystroke e To choose a menu or a menu item use the arrow keys e To choose 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 74 Chapter 11 Setup Utility 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 Setup Utility is open press f1 Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to display system information in Setup Utility If Setup Utility is not open begin at step 1 If Setup Utility is open begin at step 2
58. nal docking device or an optional expansion product provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer Connecting a USB device A CAUTION To prevent damage to a USB connector use minimal force to connect a USB device A To connect a USB device to the computer connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port d You will hear a sound when the device has been detected 99 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 Removing a USB device A CAUTION To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system use the following procedure to safely remove the USB device CAUTION To prevent damage to a USB connector do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device 40 Chapter5 Drives and external devices To remove a USB device 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar amp NOTE Todisplay the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon click the Show hidden icons icon the arrow at the left of in the notification area 2 Click the name of the device in the list NOTE You are informed that it is safe to remove the hardware device 3 Remove the device Using Digital Media Slot cards Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing These cards are often
59. nd store it separately To prolong the charge of a stored battery place it in a cool dry place Ah NOTE A stored battery should be checked every 6 months If the capacity is less than 50 percent recharge the battery before returning it to storage Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or more Using battery power 61 Disposing of a used battery A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or burns do not disassemble crush or puncture do not short external contacts do not dispose of in fire or water Refer to the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices for battery disposal information Shutting down the computer A CAUTION Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down The Shut Down command closes all open programs including the operating system and then turns off the display and computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions e When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer e When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port e When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period To shut down the computer follow these steps amp NOTE Ifthe computer 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
60. nes or a headset microphone refer to the information provided with the device For best results remember the following tips Be sure that the device cable has a 4 conductor connector that supports both audio out headphone and audio in microphone Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer Cable connectors are normally color coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device amp 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 computer 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 Audio 29 999 NOTE For
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62. only a module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region If you replace the module and then receive a warning message remove the module to restore computer functionality and then contact technical support through Help and Support Wireless antennas eS ee Component Description 1 WLAN antennas 2 Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks WLANs 2 WWAN antennas 2 select models only Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks WWANs 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 Identifying the hardware 9 Additional hardware components Component Description 1 Power cord Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet 2 Battery Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power 3 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country Identifying the labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troublesh
63. onnect external power and external devices 15 Turn on the computer 46 Chapter6 Memory modules 7 Pointing devices and keyboard Setting pointing device preferences To access Mouse Properties select Start gt Control Panel gt Printers and Other Hardware gt Mouse Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices such as button configuration click speed and pointer options 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 Ef 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 computer using one of the USB ports on the computer 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 sections Setting pointing device preference
64. oot system problems or travel internationally with the computer e Service tag Provides important information including the following product XOOCOOO ALAN K IK Lsm xxo MIINA DOAA DEIA TAE T o m CRRA KK PIDU DN DDATA DUNNEN Service KAXKKXXK a O warranty X w o Product name 1 This is the product name affixed to the front of your computer Serial number s n 2 This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product Part Number Product number p n 3 This number provides specific information about the hardware components of the product The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed 10 Chapter 1 Hardware features Model description 4 This is the alphanumeric identifier you use to locate documents drivers and support for your computer Warranty period 5 This number describes the duration in years of the warranty period for this computer Have this information available when you contact technical support The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer 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 computer Regulatory label Provides regulatory information about the computer including the following Information about optional wireless device
65. 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 Mobile Broadband supports the following 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 You may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to activate mobile broadband service The serial number is printed on a label inside the battery bay of your computer Some mobile network operators require the use of a subscriber identity module SIM A SIM contains basic information about you such as a personal identification number PIN as well as network information Some computers include a SIM that is preinstalled in the battery bay If the SIM is not preinstalled it may be included with the HP Mobile Broadband information provided with your computer or the mobile network operator may provide it separately from the computer 18 Chapter3 Wireless and local area network For information on inserting and removing the SIM refer to the Inserting a
66. password to be required when the computer exits Standby you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen Setting power options 51 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 Options 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 press the power button To exit Hibernation A Briefly press the power button When the computer exits Hibernation the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working amp NOTE Ifyou have set a password to be required when the computer 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 computer uses power Power schemes can help you conserve power and maximize performance The following power schemes are available e Portable Laptop recommended e Home Office Desk
67. pentnaaen cot nateanecedeeds 76 System Configuration Menu sosser eter tant tees EEA 76 DIAQMOSUCS MEU osc ec ie sicsccece SiiseascteceesaeabcccceedpaesthcecessaGecdcecedvetataceceasprbvanaeadasbviendse dv daa tees 77 LE oa EEEE PAE PE EE AEA oa es sauna E A E E E E E E A A S E E ge bese 78 viii 1 Hardware features Identifying the hardware Components included with the computer may vary by region and model The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most computer models To see a list of hardware installed in the computer follow these steps 1 Select Start gt My Computer 2 Inthe left pane of the System Tasks window select View system information 3 Select Hardware tab gt Device Manager You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager Top components TouchPad Component Description 1 TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen Identifying the hardware 1 Component Description 2 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 3 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse 4 TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down This table describes factory settings To view or change pointing device preferences select Start gt Control Panel gt Printers and Other Hardware gt Mouse Lights fri foro f f F f fF f Peer ee tet ttt i
68. power settings To exit Standby briefly press the power button The function of the fn f1 hotkey can be changed For example you can set the fn f1 hotkey to initiate Hibernation instead of Standby Ef NOTE In all Windows operating system windows references to the sleep button apply to the fn f1 hotkey Switching the screen image Press fn f2 to switch the screen image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing fn f2 alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor AIh f NOTE You must use a VGA cable purchased separately to connect an external display such as a monitor or projector to the external monitor port on the computer Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard The fn f2 hotkey can also alternate images among other devices receiving video information from the computer The following video transmission types with examples of devices that use them are supported by the fn f2 hotkey e LCD computer display e External VGA most external monitors e HDMI televisions camcorders DVD players VCRs and video capture cards with HDMI ports Decreasing screen brightness Press fn f3 to decrease screen brightness Hold down the hotkey to decrease the brightness level incrementally Increasing sc
69. r exit Hibernation CAUTION If you forget your power on password you cannot turn on or restart the computer 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 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 Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 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 En
70. reen brightness Press fn f4 to increase screen brightness Hold down the hotkey to increase the brightness level incrementally Initiating QuickLock 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 computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered Using the keyboard 49 999 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 computer Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or your Windows administrator password and access the computer Muting speaker sound Press fn f8 to mute speaker sound Press the hotkey again to restore speaker sound Decreasing speaker volume Press fn f10 to decrease speaker volume Hold down the hotkey to decrease speaker volume incrementally Increasing speaker volume Press fn f11 to increase speaker volume Hold down the hotkey to increase speaker volume incrementally 50 Chapter 7 Pointing devices and keyboard 8 Power management Setting power options Using power saving states The computer has two power saving states enabled at the factory Standby and Hibernation When Standby
71. rn on the computer 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 off all wireless devices are off NOTE On some models the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory you can use the wireless button to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously Individual wireless devices can be controlled through Wireless Assistant software select models only 14 Chapter 3 Wireless and local area network Using HP Connection Manager software select models only Connection Manager allows you to manage your Internet profiles SMS Short Message Service messaging connection devices and methods and edit additional settings To start Connection Manager 1 Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar 2 Click Connect to turn on the wireless wide area network WWAN feature and use HP Mobile Broadband amp NOTE Connection time varies After the connection is established a notification message is displayed in the Connection Manager window NOTE Connection Manager is minimized when first opened To maximize the Connection Manager window and view more information on connectivity status click Details For more details about using
72. ryptions as WEP does WPA uses temporal key integrity protocol TKIP to dynamically generate a new key for every packet It also generates different sets of keys for each computer on 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 2 Select Start gt Connect to 3 Select your WLAN from the list and then type the network security key if required e If the 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 amp NOTE Ifno WLANs are listed you are out of range of a wireless router or access point Using wireless devices 17 NOTE If you do not see the network you want to connect 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 4 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 connec
73. s 47 QOH OW ES a a errr T aF F Te S aad tal Kl Al C C E CAE B sua te ad dal ll le E BE 1 1 Function Hotkey i Initiate Standby fn f1 io Switch the image fn f2 h Decrease screen brightness fn f3 xy i Increase screen brightness fn f4 4 a Initiate QuickLock fn f6 We Mute or restore speaker sound fn f8 W Decrease speaker volume fn f10 LE Increase speaker volume fn f11 To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard follow either of these steps e Briefly press the fn key and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command e 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 A CAUTION To reduce the risk of information loss save your work before initiating Standby Press fn f1 to initiate Standby 48 Chapter 7 Pointing devices and keyboard When Standby is initiated your information is stored in memory the screen is cleared and power is conserved While the computer is in Standby the power light blinks The computer must be on before you can initiate Standby amp NOTE Ifa critical battery level occurs while the computer is in Standby the computer 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
74. s 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 You may need this information when traveling internationally o The serial number of your HP Mobile Broadband Module The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay Identifying the labels 11 2 Using HP QuickWeb software select models only HP QuickWeb software is an optional instant on environment that is separate from the Windows operating system QuickWeb allows you to rapidly access certain programs without the need to start the operating system You will enjoy this feature if you browse the Internet view and send e mail view digital photos listen to music or keep in touch through instant messages or Skype QuickWeb is ready to go within seconds of pressing the power button QuickWeb includes the following features Web browser Search and browse the Internet and create links to your favorite Web sites Music Player Listen to your favorite music and create playlists Photo Viewer Browse through photos create albums and view slide shows Skype select models only Skype is a voice over Internet protocol VoIP that lets you communicate free of charge with other Skype users With Skype you can have a conference call or a video chat with one or more people at a time You can also make long distance phone calls to land lines Ch
75. stem determines how the computer 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 Awww hp com 3 Install the updates 70 Chapter 10 Software updates Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS first determine what BIOS version you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed BIOS version information also known as ROM date and System BIOS can be displayed by opening Setup Utility To display the BIOS information 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 If 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 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 computer or an unsuccessful installation download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is conn
76. t all external devices connected to the computer Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface Remove the battery from the computer With the hard drive bay toward you loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws 1 oe eee Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer 2 9 Disconnect the hard drive cable 1 that secures the hard drive to the computer 36 Chapter5 Drives and external devices 10 Pull the hard drive tab 2 up and lift the hard drive 3 out of the hard drive bay To install a hard drive 1 Grasp the hard drive tab 1 and insert the hard drive 2 into the hard drive bay until the rubber stops slide into place 2 Reconnect the hard drive cable 3 3 Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer and then close the cover 4 Drives 37 4 Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws 2 EDE pa 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 and CD RW Combo Drive e DVD RW and CD RW SuperMulti Double Layer Combo Drive e DVD RW and CD RW SuperMulti Double Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe e Blu ray ROM DVD R RW SuperMulti DL Drive e Blu ray ROM with LightScribe DVD R RW SuperMulti D
77. ter Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your changes and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit gt Exit Saving Changes Your changes go into effect when the computer 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 computer and try again Power on password Your power on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer After this password is set it must be entered each time you turn on or restart the computer or exit Hibernation A power on password is not displayed as it is set entered changed or deleted Using passwords 65 Managing a power on password To set change or delete this password follow these steps 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer 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
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79. tery 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 the 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 Decrease the brightness on the display e Remove the battery from the computer 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 computer reaches a low battery level the battery light blinks If a low battery level is not resolved the computer enters a crit
80. tic electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the computer Handle a drive carefully do not drop a drive or place items on it Before removing or inserting a drive shut down the computer If you are unsure whether the computer is off in Standby or in Hibernation turn the computer 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 computer while the optical drive select models only 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 check carry on luggage such as conveyor belts use X rays instead of magnetism and will not damage a drive
81. tion 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 e Information from your ISP and the manufacturer s instructions included with your wireless router and other WLAN equipment e 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 computer within range of another WLAN Windows attempts to connect to that network If the attempt is successful your computer is automatically connected to the new network If Windows does not recognize the new network follow the same procedure you used initially to connect to your WLAN Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only An HP Mobile Broadband Module is a wireless wide area network WWAN device that provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service is available Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider called a mobile network operator which in most cases is a mobile phone network
82. to diagnose and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you want to use Cannot create a WLAN connection If you have a problem connecting to a WLAN confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your computer 1 Select Start gt My Computer 2 Right click in the My Computer window 3 Select Properties gt Hardware gt Device Manager gt Network Adapters 4 Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list The listing for a WLAN device may include the term wireless wireless LAN WLAN or 802 11 If no WLAN device is listed either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed For more information on troubleshooting WLANs refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support Using wireless devices 21 Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection e lf there is a network status icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar right click the icon and then click Repair from the menu Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the preferred networks e Ifan x is superimposed over the network status icon one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but the device is not connected e If there is no network status icon in the notification area follow these steps 1 Select Start gt Control Panel
83. ug 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 computer to external AC power follow these steps 1 Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3 Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power the computer runs on battery power When the computer is plugged into external AC power the computer runs on AC power If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the computer 54 Chapter8 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 computer or in storage depending on how you work Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work in case of a power outage However a battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and unplugged from external power A WARNIN
84. uld 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 Passwords set in Windows Password Function Administrator password Protects administrator level access to computer contents NOTE This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility contents User password Protects access to a Windows user account It also protects access to the computer contents and must be entered when you exit Standby or Hibernation QuickLock Protects the computer by requiring a password to be entered in the Windows Log On dialog box before you access the computer 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 Passwords set in Setup Utility 64 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 9 Security Password Function Power on password e Protects access to the computer contents e After this password is set it must be entered each time you turn on or restart the computer o
85. used with digital media equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other computers The Digital Media Slot supports the following digital card formats e Memory Stick MS e Memory Stick Pro MS Pro e MultiMediaCard MMC e Secure Digital SD Memory Card e Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC Memory Card e xD Picture Card XD e xD Picture Card XD Type H e xD Picture Card XD Type M Inserting a digital card A CAUTION To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer do not insert any type of adapter into the Digital Media Slot CAUTION To prevent damage to the digital card connectors use minimal force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the digital card label side up with the connectors facing the computer External devices 41 2 Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated a You will hear a sound when the device has been detected and a menu of options may be displayed 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 Ef NOTE To stop 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 amp NOTE To displa
86. uter while the battery is recharging but the battery will charge faster if the computer is off If the computer 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 computer reaches a critical battery level 1 2 3 Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt 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 computer Storing a battery A CAUTION To prevent damage to a battery do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks remove the battery a
87. ve 38 external monitor port 31 external monitor port identifying 6 F firewall 17 fn key 4 47 function keys 4 47 H hard disk drive external 38 installing 37 removing 36 replacing 36 hard drive external 38 installing 37 removing 36 replacing 36 hard drive bay identifying 8 hard drive cover removing 44 replacing 45 hardware identifying 1 HDMI port 31 HDMI port identifying 6 HDMI connecting 31 headphone audio out jack 5 26 headphones 5 26 Hibernation exiting 52 initiated during critical battery level 58 initiating 52 high definition devices connecting 31 hotkeys decreasing screen brightness 49 decreasing speaker volume 50 description 47 increasing screen brightness 49 increasing speaker volume 50 initiating QuickLock 49 initiating Standby 48 muting speaker sound 50 switching screen image 49 using 48 HP Mobile Broadband Module 18 HP Mobile Broadband disabled 19 hubs 40 l icons network status 14 wireless 14 installed drives identifying 34 interference minimizing 23 internal display switch identifying 7 internal microphone identifying 7 26 Internet connection setup 16 J jacks audio in microphone audio out headphone RJ 45 network 6 5 26 5 26 K keyboard hotkeys identifying 47 keys esc 4 fn 4 function 4 Windows applications 4 Windows logo 4 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 11 regulatory 11 service tag 10 language support 76 latches
88. which other computers may connect to the Internet When two or more computers are connected using Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS is enabled on one of the computers the other computers may not be able to connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth network The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones printers cameras and PDAs The inability to consistently connect two or more computers to share the Internet through Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following e Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled e Wireless device or router hardware has failed e Network configuration SSID or security has been changed e Wireless device encountered interference from other devices NOTE Wireless networking devices are included with select computer models only If wireless networking is not listed in the feature list on the side of the original computer package you may add wireless networking capability to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device Before working your way through the sequence of possible solutions to your network connection problem be sure that device drivers are installed for all wireless devices Use the procedures in this chapter
89. ws 1 43 8 Lift the hard drive cover 2 away from the computer 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 gently pull the module out of the memory module slot To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container 44 Chapter6 Memory modules 10 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 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 hard drive bay 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 11 Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer 1 and then close the cover 2 45 12 Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws 3 13 Replace the battery 14 Turn the computer right side up and then rec
90. y 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 o Ae z 42 Chapter5 Drives and external devices 6 Memory modules The computer has one memory module slot which is located inside the hard drive bay The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module 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 replace a memory module 1 2 T gt m p p Save your work Shut down the computer and close the display 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 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface Remove the battery from the computer Using a small Phillips screwdriver loosen the 2 hard drive cover scre

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