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 What's new? ......................................................................................................................................... 2 Beats Audio ......................................................................................................................... 2 Finding information ..................
Identifying the hotkeys ....................................................................................................... 22 Using the action keys ......................................................................................................... 22 Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 24 Setting pointing device preferences ....................................................................
9 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 47 Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 48 DC plug of external HP power supply ................................................................................ 48 Operating environment ....................................................
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1 Welcome ● What's new? ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: 1. Set up your wired or wireless network. For more information, refer to Networking on page 17. 2. Update your antivirus software. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on finding this guide, refer to Finding information on page 3. 3. Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive.
What's new? Beats Audio Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is enabled by default. ▲ To enable or disable the Beats Audio bass settings, press fn+b. NOTE: You can also view and control the bass settings through the Windows® operating system. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel to view and control the bass properties.
Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resource Contents Instructions for setting up the computer ● How to set up the computer ● Identification of computer components Getting Started ● Computer features To access this guide: ● Instructions for the following: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
Resource Contents Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP customer support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with your computer. HP Web site ● Customer support information To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. – or – Go to http://www.hp.
2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) Description TouchPad light TouchPad on/off button ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off.
Component Description (3) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Lights Component (1) (2) (3) 6 Description Power light Mute light Wireless light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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Component (1) 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 the b key, an action 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 Speakers (2) 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Description Produce sound.
Right side Component (1) (2) Description Digital Media Slot Audio-out (headphone) jack Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Card ● Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card ● Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Card Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio.
Left side Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) Battery light ● White: The computer is connected to external power. If a battery installed, the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is not connected to external power. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. (3) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
Display Component Description (1) Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Internal display switch NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (3) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN).
Bottom Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) SIM slot (select models only) Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. (3) Battery/service door latch Releases the battery from the battery bay and the service door from the computer. (4) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) Getting started The HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favorite activities. Your computer is ready to go within seconds of starting HP QuickWeb, allowing you to rapidly access the Internet, widgets, and communication programs. To use QuickWeb, press the QuickWeb button, and then start browsing the Web, communicating with others using Skype, and exploring other HP QuickWeb widgets.
Starting HP QuickWeb ▲ To start HP QuickWeb, press the QuickWeb button when the computer is off or in Hibernation. The following table explains the different behaviors of the QuickWeb button. Button Behavior QuickWeb button ● When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the button to open the Web browser.
4 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 19 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 19.
Using an Internet service provider (ISP) Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. 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.
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Using the keyboard Identifying the hotkeys A hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or the b key (3) To use a hotkey: ▲ Briefly press the fn key (1), and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey combination. Hotkey combination Description fn+esc Displays system information. fn+b Enables or disables the Beats Audio bass settings (select models only). Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound.
CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly. Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides information about your Windows operating system and computer, answers to questions and tutorials, and updates to your computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to customer support. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally as long as you hold down this key.
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 pointing device settings, 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 on/off button. NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on. The TouchPad light and on-screen display icons indicate the TouchPad status when the TouchPad is turned off or on. The following table shows and describes the TouchPad display icons. TouchPad light Icon Description Amber Indicates that the TouchPad is off. Off Indicates that the TouchPad is on.
Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on the TouchPad at the same time. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs. To view the demonstration of a gesture: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Synaptics > Settings. 2. Click a gesture to activate the demonstration.
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.
6 28 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules Chapter 6 Maintenance
Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Inserting the battery To insert the battery: ▲ Align the battery (1) with the outer edge of the battery bay, and then rotate the battery (2) into the battery bay until it is firmly seated. Removing the battery To remove the battery: CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information.
2. 30 Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery (3) from the computer.
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. Removing the hard drive 1.
8. Pull up the hard drive tab (3), and then remove the hard drive (4) from the hard drive bay at an angle. Installing a hard drive 32 1. Insert the rubber spacers on the drive into the openings (1) on the hard drive bay. 2. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (2). 3. Replace the Phillips screw (3).
4. Connect the hard drive connector cable (4). 5. Lower the service door onto the computer (1), and then slide the door (2) toward the battery bay until the battery/service door latch snaps into place. 6. Replace the battery. 7. Reconnect external power and external devices. 8. Turn on the computer.
Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module slots. The capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components.
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. 6. 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 module. 7. Replace the service door (see Installing a hard drive on page 32). 8. Replace the battery. 9. Reconnect external power and external devices. 10. Turn on the computer.
7 Backup and recovery Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed.
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.
To create a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing a system restore HP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state. HP Recovery Manager works from recovery discs, a recovery flash drive, or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive.
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. 40 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+prt sc. To copy the entire screen, press 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.
8 44 Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels Chapter 8 Customer support
Contacting customer support If the information provided in this user guide, in the HP Notebook Reference Guide, or in Help and Support does not address your questions, you can contact HP Customer Support at: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP 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 affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer: ● Serial number label—Provides important information, including the following: Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number (3) Part number/Product number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description Have this information available when you contact technical support. The serial number label is located inside the battery bay.
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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. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer.
Operating environment Factor Metric U.S.
Index A action keys decrease screen brightness 23 Help and Support 23 identifying 9 increase screen brightness 23 next track 23 play, pause, resume 23 stop 23 switch screen image 23 volume down 23 volume mute 23 volume up 23 wireless 23 audio-in (microphone) jack 11 audio-out (headphone) jack 11 C caps lock light, identifying 6 Certificate of Authenticity label components bottom 14 display 13 front 10 left side 12 right side 11 top 5 connector, power 12 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu b
lights battery 12 caps lock 6 hard drive 12 mute 6 power 6 TouchPad 5 webcam 13 wireless 6 QuickWeb software M memory module inserting 35 removing 34 replacing 34 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 46 mouse, external setting preferences 24 mute light, identifying 6 N network jack, identifying 11 O operating environment 49 operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 46 Product Key 46 P pinching TouchPad gesture 27 pointing devices, setting preferences 24 ports external monitor 1
