Getting Started HP Notebook
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Safety warning notice 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.
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Table of contents 1 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2 2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 4 Top ....................
Scrolling ............................................................................................................................. 23 Pinching/Zooming .............................................................................................................. 23 Rotating ............................................................................................................................. 24 5 Maintenance ..........................................................................................
1 Welcome ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Finding information on page 2. ● Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is pre-installed on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates.
Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: ● How to connect to a wireless network Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
Resources For information about Safety & Comfort Guide ● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this guide: ● Electrical and mechanical safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. – or – Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. – or – Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer.
2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) 4 Description TouchPad light TouchPad button Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad button to turn the TouchPad on and off.
Component Description (3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Lights Component (1) (2) (3) (4) Description TouchPad light Caps lock light Power light Wireless light ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off.
Buttons Component Description Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.
Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, the num lk key, or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. (5) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
Front Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound Right side Component Description (1) Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc. (2) Optical drive light Green: The optical drive is being accessed. (3) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (4) AC adapter light ● Blinking white: The battery is low. ● Solid white: The computer is connected to external power. ● Amber: The computer is charging the battery.
Left side Component Description (1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (2) Vents (2) 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. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Component 10 Description (9) Hard drive light ● White: The hard drive is being accessed. (10) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in Sleep mode.
Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs) (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (3) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > Cyberlink YouCam. (4) Internal microphone Records sound *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
Bottom Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery (2) Vents (5) 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.
3 Networking ● Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ● Connecting to a wireless network NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location. Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access: ● Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. Refer to Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 15 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 15.
Using an Internet service provider (ISP) Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP to purchase Internet service and a modem. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and password to access the Internet. Record this information and store it in a safe place.
Connecting to an existing WLAN 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. 3. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. 4. Select a network to connect to. 5. Click Connect. 6. If required, enter the security key.
Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a new network. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
4 Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices ● Using TouchPad gestures 17
Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. The icons on the f1 through f12 keys represent the action key functions. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory.
Icon Key Description f9 Decreases speaker volume incrementally when you hold down this key f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally when you hold down this key f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off NOTE: This action key does not establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must be set up.
Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad button. NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on. Navigating To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.
Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on the TouchPad at the same time. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs. To view the demonstration of a gesture: 1. Click the Show hidden icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. 2.
Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad, and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed. NOTE: Two-finger scrolling is enabled at the factory. Pinching/Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then moving them apart.
Rotating Rotating allows you to rotate items such as photos. To rotate, anchor your left forefinger in the TouchPad zone. Move the right forefinger around the anchored finger in a sweeping motion, moving from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your right forefinger from 3 o’clock to 12 o’clock. NOTE: 24 Rotating is disabled at the factory.
5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Updating programs and drivers ● Routine care Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. To insert the battery: ▲ Insert the battery (1) into the battery bay (2) until it is seated.
2. 26 Remove the battery from the battery bay (2).
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
8. Disconnect the hard drive cable from the system board (1), and then lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). Installing a hard drive To install a hard drive, follow these steps: 28 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1), and then connect the hard drive cable to the system board (2). 2. Align the tabs (1) on the service cover with the notches on the computer. 3. Close the service cover (2).
4. Tighten the service cover screws (3). 5. Replace the battery. 6. Turn the computer right-side up. 7. Reconnect external power to the computer. 8. Reconnect any external devices. Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.
CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in Sleep mode, or in Hibernation mode. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation mode, press the power button to turn on the computer, and then use the operating system to shut down the computer. 1. Save your work, shut down the computer, and close the display. 2.
b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out of the memory module slot. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container. 9. Insert a new memory module: CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only.
c. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and right edges of the memory module, until the retention clips snap into place. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the memory module. 10. Align the tabs (1) on the service cover with the notches on the computer. 11. Close the cover (2). 12. Tighten the service cover screws (3). 13. Replace the battery. 14.
Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your programs and drivers on a regular basis with the latest versions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions. You can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available. Routine care Cleaning the display CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the display.
6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed.
Restore In the event of hard drive failure, to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can create using HP Recovery Manager. HP recommends that you use this software to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive immediately after software setup.
Performing a system restore HP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. HP Recovery Manager works from recovery discs, a recovery flash drive, or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. NOTE: A system restore needs to be performed if the computer hard drive has failed or if all attempts to correct any functional computer issues fail. A system restore should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues.
Restoring using the restore media 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer or an optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer. – or – Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer, and then restart the computer. NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager, the computer boot order needs to be changed. 3. Press f9 at system bootup. 4.
Changing the computer boot order To change the boot order for recovery discs: 1. Restart the computer. 2. Press esc while the computer is restarting, and then press f9 for boot options. 3. Select Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive from the boot options window. To change the boot order for recovery flash drive: 1. Insert the flash drive into a USB port. 2. Restart the computer. 3. Press esc while the computer is restarting, and then press f9 for boot options. 4.
To create a screen shot: 1. Display the screen you want to save. 2. Copy the screen image: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. 3. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. The screen image is added to the document. 4. Save and print the document. Using Windows Backup and Restore Guidelines: ● Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.
Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes. NOTE: Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since the last restore point. You also can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for your files and settings.
7 Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels 41
Contacting customer support If the information provided in this user guide, in the HP Notebook Reference Guide, or in Help and Support does not address your questions, you can contact HP Customer Support at: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP NOTE: For worldwide support, click Contact HP worldwide on the left side of the page, or go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. Here you can: ● Chat online with an HP technician.
Labels The labels that are affixed to the computer provide information that you may need when troubleshooting system problems or traveling internationally with the computer: ● Service tag—Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (s/n) (3) Part number/Product number (p/n) (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Have this information available when you contact technical support.
8 Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz.
Operating environment Factor Metric U.S.
Index A AC adapter light, identifying 8 action keys adjusting volume 19 decrease screen brightness 18 description 18 increase screen brightness 18 muting speaker sound 19 switching screen image 18 wireless 19 Action keys, identifying 7 action keys, identifying 18 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 38 personal files 38 battery bay 12, 43 battery release latch 12 battery, replacing 25 Bluetooth lab
M memory module inserting 31 removing 30 replacing 29 memory module compartment cover removing 30 replacing 32 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 9 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 43 mouse, external setting preferences 20 mute key, identifying 19 N network jack, identifying 9 O operating environment 45 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 43 Product Key 43 P pinching TouchPad gesture 23 pointing devices, setting preferences 20 ports HDMI 9 USB 9 power button, ident
