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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.
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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.
Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows®...
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. Top components TouchPad Component TouchPad on/off button TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* TouchPad light TouchPad vertical scroll zone Right TouchPad button* *This table describes factory settings.
Keys Component Windows logo key Windows applications key Embedded numeric keypad keys Function keys Chapter 2 Components Description Displays system information about your computer when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the Displays the Windows Start menu.
Buttons, speakers and fingerprint reader Component Speakers (2) Power button* Media button Volume mute button Description Produce sound. ● 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.
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Component Volume scroll zone Previous/rewind button Play/pause button Next/fast forward button Stop button (10) Wireless button (11) Fingerprint reader (select models only) *This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help and Support.
Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
Rear components Component Vents (2) Chapter 2 Components Description 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.
Right-side components Component Optical drive light Optical drive USB ports (2) TV antenna/cable jack (select models only) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) Security cable slot Power connector Description Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs.
Left-side components Component External monitor port Expansion port 3 RJ-45 (network) jack HDMI port eSATA/USB port (or USB port only on select models) USB port 1394 port (select models only) Digital Media Slot light Digital Media Slot (10) ExpressCard slot Chapter 2 Components Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
Bottom components Component Mini Card compartment Vents (8) Memory module compartment Hard drive bay and WLAN module Battery bay Battery release latch Description Holds the TV tuner card and, for select models only, the Intel Turbo Memory card. Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Display components Component Internal display switch Internal microphones (2) Integrated webcam light Integrated webcam Chapter 2 Components Description Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Record sound. On: The integrated webcam is in use. Records video and captures still photographs.
Lights Component Power lights* (2) Battery light Drive light Caps lock light Volume mute light Volume down light Volume up light Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ●...
Component Wireless light Num lock light *The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed. Media button Component Media button...
Media activity buttons Component Previous/rewind button Play/pause button Next/fast forward button Stop button Cleaning the display To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the display.
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
Additional hardware components Component Power cord* Battery* AC adapter Modem cable* (select models only) Country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (select models only) *Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Description Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power.
Card Identifier) of your SIM. This label is located inside the battery bay. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module serial number label (select models only): Provides the serial number of your HP Broadband Wireless Module. This label is located inside the battery bay. Chapter 3 Labels...