HP Notebook User Guide
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Cleaning proceduresFollow the procedures in this section to safely clean your notebook or tablet PC.WARNING! To prevent electric shock or damage to co
C SpecificationsThe following sections are included in this appendix:●Input power●Operating environment91
Input powerThe power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with thecomputer.The computer operates on DC pow
Operating environmentFactor Metric U.S.TemperatureOperating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F
D Electrostatic dischargeElectrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—forexample, the shock you rec
IndexSymbols/Numerics6–in-1 Media Card Reader 10Aaccess coverremoving 49replacing 50, 63access cover release latches 15administrator passwordcreating
function keysidentifying 8, 9Hhard driveexternal 59installing 50removing 49hard drive bay, identifying 15hard drive light 10HDMI port, connecting 37HD
optional external devices, using59optional security cable 70Ppasswordsset in Computer Setup 66set in operating system 66pinching TouchPad gesture 31po
1WelcomeThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Finding informationAfter you set up and register the computer, take the following steps:●
Finding informationThe computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.Resources For information aboutSetup Instructions poste
2 Getting to know your computerThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Top●Front●Right●Left●Display●Bottom3
Top TouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.(2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activ
LightsComponent Description(1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off.●Off: The TouchPad is on.(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.(3)Powe
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)Component Description(1)Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn onthe compu
Component Description(2)QuickWeb button (select models only)●When the computer is on, press the button to open thedefault Web browser.NOTE: Pressing t
KeysNOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.Component Description(1) Function keys Execute frequently used system f
Component Description(1) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed incombination with the fn key.(2) num lk key (select
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Front Component Description(1)Hard drive light●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parkedthe ha
RightComponent Description(1)USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.(2)RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) Connects a modem cable.(3) Op
LeftComponent Description(1)Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as ad
Component Description(9)USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device.NOTE: Some models may show a slightly different icon.(10)USB 2.0 port Connects an
DisplayComponent Description(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.(2) Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Suspend if the display is c
BottomComponent Description(1)Battery and access cover release latches Release the battery from the battery bay and the accesscover from the computer
3NetworkingThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using an Internet service provider (ISP)●Identifying wireless and network status icons
Using an Internet service provider (ISP)Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP topurchase Inte
Using a WLANA wireless connection connects the computer to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed ofother computers and accessories that are lin
NOTE: When setting up a wireless connection, be sure that your computer and wireless router aresynchronized. To synchronize your computer and wireless
Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do notplace the computer directly on
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableco
2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2).Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterTelephone jacks vary by cou
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only)Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchase
4 Keyboard and pointing devices● Using the keyboard●Using the TouchPad23
Using the keyboardIdentifying the hotkeysA hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and one of the function keys (2).To use a hotkey:▲Briefly press t
Hotkey combination Descriptionfn+f5 Initiates the QuickLock security feature. QuickLock protects your information by displaying theoperating system Lo
Using the embedded numeric keypad (select models only)Component Description(1) fn key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed incomb
Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and offPress fn+num lk to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. Press fn+num lk again to turn off thekeypad.NOTE
Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)Integrated fingerprint readers are available on select computer models. In order to use the fingerpri
Using the TouchPadTo move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.Use the left and right TouchPa
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Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad supports a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on theTouchPad at the same time.NOTE:
ScrollingScrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingersslightly apart on the TouchPad, and then
FlickingFlicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents. To flick, usethree fingers to touch the TouchPad zone in
5 MultimediaThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using the audio features●Using the Webcam (select models only)●Using video devicesYou
Adjusting the volumeDepending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:● Volume buttons●Volume hotkeys●Volume keysWARNING
The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following features:●Capturing and sharing video●Streaming video with instant message software●T
NOTE: If you have an AMD card, follow the instructions in the next section.1. Click the Gnome Display Applet icon in the notification area at the far
HDMIThe HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definitiontelevision, or to any compatible digital or aud
6 Power managementThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Shutting down the computer●Setting power options●Using battery power●Using exte
Setting power optionsUsing power-saving statesThe computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Suspend and Hibernation.When Suspend is
Table of contents1 Welcome ...
With the computer on, you can initiate Hibernation in any of the following ways:●Briefly press the power button.●Select Computer > Shutdown > Hi
NOTE: When you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to savebattery life. For information on increasing or decreasing
Inserting or removing the batteryTo insert the battery:▲ Insert the battery (1) into the battery bay until it is seated (2).The battery release latche
2. Slide the battery up (2), and remove the battery from the battery bay (3).Charging a batteryWARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you a
Maximizing battery lifeTo maximize battery life:1. Select Computer > Control Center.2. In the left pane, click System, and then click Power Managem
Resolving a low battery levelResolving a low battery level when external power is available▲Connect one of the following devices:●AC adapter●Optional
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.C
Testing an AC adapterTest the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected toAC power:●The computer does not
7DrivesThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Handling drives●Replacing or upgrading the hard driveHandling drivesCAUTION: Drives are fr
●If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protectivepackaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”●Avoid expos
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter ... 21Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only) .
9. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay.Installing a hard drive1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).2. Pull the hard driv
3. Replace the four hard drive screws (3).4. Align the tabs on the access cover with the latches on the computer (1), then slide the cover into close
5. Replace the access cover screw (4).6. Replace the battery.7. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer.8. Turn on the computer.52 Chapt
8 External cards and devicesThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Using Media Card Reader cards●Using ExpressCards●Using a USB device●U
Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the followingprocedure to safely remove the digital
Configuring an ExpressCardInstall only the software required for the card. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturerto install device driv
Inserting an ExpressCardCAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Cardinto an ExpressCard slot.CAUTION:
Removing an ExpressCardCAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the followingprocedure to safely remove the ExpressC
Connecting a USB deviceCAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.▲To connect a USB device to the comput
Using optional external devicesNOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port touse, refer to the man
Initiating and exiting Suspend ... 39Initiating and exiting Hibernation ...
9 Memory modulesThe computer has two memory module slots. The capacity of the computer can be upgraded byadding a memory module to the vacant expansio
6. Slide the access cover in the direction shown on the image below (3), and then lift it away fromthe computer (4).7. If you are replacing a memory m
b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out ofthe memory module slot.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memo
c. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and rightedges of the memory module, until the retention clips snap int
10. Replace the access cover screw (4).11. Replace the battery.12. Connect AC power and external devices to the computer.13. Turn on the computer.64 C
10 SecurityThe following sections are included in this chapter:●Protecting the computer●Using passwords●Using firewall software●Installing an optional
Using passwordsA password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Severaltypes of passwords can be set, dependin
Managing an administrator passwordTo set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the c
Entering a power-on passwordAt the Enter Password prompt, type your password, and then press enter. After 3 unsuccessfulattempts to enter the password
Using firewall softwareFirewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. A firewall can be asoftware program you install o
Connecting a USB device ... 58Removing a USB device ...
Installing an optional security cableNOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer frombeing mishandle
11 Backup and Recovery The following sections are included in this chapter:●Performing a system recovery●Backing up your informationRecovery after a s
Performing a system recoveryRecovery allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. Recovery worksfrom a dedicated recove
Backing up your informationYou should back up your computer files on a regular schedule to maintain a current backup. You canmanually back up your inf
12 Computer Setup (BIOS) and AdvancedSystem DiagnosticsComputer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the inp
NOTE: You can use either a pointing device (TouchPad, pointing stick, or USB mouse) or thekeyboard to navigate and make selections in Computer Setup.2
Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs.Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which co
NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete thedownloaded file from your hard drive.Using Advanced System Di
13 MultiBootAbout the boot device orderAs the computer starts, the system attempts to boot from enabled boot devices. The MultiBoot utility,which is e
Enabling boot devices in Computer SetupThe computer will boot to a USB device or a NIC device only if the device has first been enabled inComputer Set
Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt ... 82Entering MultiBoot Express pre
Considering boot order changesBefore changing the boot order, note the following considerations:●When the computer restarts after the boot order has b
Choosing MultiBoot preferencesYou can use MultiBoot in the following ways:●To set a new boot order that the computer uses each time it is turned on, b
Setting a MultiBoot Express promptTo start Computer Setup and set the computer to display the MultiBoot startup location menu eachtime the computer is
A Troubleshooting and supportThe following sections are included in this appendix:●Troubleshooting●Contacting customer support●LabelsTroubleshootingTh
repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external displays,and simultaneous display on all devices.Software is functio
The wireless network connection is not workingIf a wireless network connection is not working as expected, follow these suggestions:● To enable or dis
The computer does not detect the optical driveIf your operating system does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may bemissing o
The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops beforecompletion● Be sure that all other programs are closed.● Turn off Suspend mode and Hib
LabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the comp
B Cleaning your computer● Cleaning products●Cleaning proceduresCleaning productsUse the following products to safely clean and disinfect your computer
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