Manual
Table Of Contents
- Features
- Networking (select models only)
- Pointing devices and keyboard
- Multimedia
- Power management
- Setting power options
- Using external AC power
- Using battery power
- Displaying the remaining battery charge
- Inserting or removing the battery
- Charging a battery
- Maximizing battery discharge time
- Managing low battery levels
- Calibrating a battery
- Conserving battery power
- Storing a battery
- Disposing of a used battery
- Replacing the battery
- Testing an AC adapter
- Shutting down the computer
- Drives
- External devices
- External media cards
- Memory modules
- Security
- Protecting the computer
- Using passwords
- Using Computer Setup security features
- Using antivirus software
- Using firewall software
- Installing critical security updates
- Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only)
- Installing a security cable
- Software updates
- MultiBoot
- Management
- Computer Setup
- Backing up and recovering
- Index

Right-side components
Component Description
(1) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards.
(2) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.
(3) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
(4) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal
components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal
fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
(5) DisplayPort Connects a digital display device, such as a high-performance
monitor or projector.
(6) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(7) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
Also connects an optional headset microphone.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(8) 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a
camcorder.
(9) SD Card Reader Supports the MultiMediaCard (MMC) and Secure Digital (SD)
Memory Card optional digital card formats.
Left-side components
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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