HP A7A56UAR#ABA Manuel d'utilisateur

Getting StartedCompaq Notebook

2 Getting to know your computer●Top●Right side●Left side●Display●BottomTopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad light●Amber: The TouchPad is off.

Component Description(4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.(5) Right TouchPad button Functions like the rig

Buttons DescriptionPower button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on thecomputer.●When the computer is on, press the button briefly t

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key.(2) fn key Displays system information

Right sideComponent Description(1) Optical drive Reads and writes to an optical disc.(2) Optical drive light●On: The optical drive is in use.●Off:

Left sideComponent Description(1)External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.(2) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal c

DisplayComponent Description(1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLAN).NOTE: Sele

BottomComponent Description(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.(2)Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.(3) Vents (5) Enab

3Networking●Using an Internet service provider (ISP)●Connecting to a wireless networkNOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on c

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

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Connecting to an existing WLAN1. Turn on the computer.2. Be sure that the WLAN device is on.3. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the

Configuring a wireless routerFor help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or yourISP.The Windows 7 ope

4 Keyboard and pointing devices●Using the keyboard●Using pointing devicesUsing the keyboardUsing the action keysAction keys are used for performing cu

Icon Action DescriptionPrevious Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD ora BD.Play/Pause Plays, pauses, or resumes a

Turning the TouchPad off and onTo turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button.NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the

SelectingUse the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse.Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad supports a va

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

5 Maintenance●Inserting or removing the battery●Replacing or upgrading the hard drive●Adding or replacing memory modules●Updating programs and drivers

CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss ofinformation. To prevent loss of information, save your wor

Replacing or upgrading the hard driveCAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:Shut down the computer before removing the hard dr

Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do notplace the computer directly on

8. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay.Installing a hard drive1. Insert the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay.2. Replace the 4 hard

6. Tighten the hard drive cover screw (3).7. Replace the battery.8. Reconnect external power and external devices.9. Turn on the computer.Adding or re

CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memor

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

12. Reconnect external power and external devices.13. Turn on the computer.Updating programs and driversHP recommends that you update your programs an

6 Backup and recovery●Restore●Creating restore media●Performing a system restore●Backing up and recovering your informationYour computer includes tool

RestoreIn the event of hard drive failure, to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set ofrecovery discs or a recovery flash drive

Performing a system restoreRecovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state.Recovery Manager works

Restoring using the restore media1. If possible, back up all personal files.2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer

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You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. Backup your system at the following times:●At regularl

Using Windows system restore pointsA system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific pointin time. You ca

7 Customer support●Contacting customer support●LabelsContacting customer supportIf the information provided in this user guide, in the HP Notebook Ref

LabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the comp

8 Specifications●Input power●Operating environment38 Chapter 8 Specifications

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

IndexAAC adapter light, identifying 8action keysadjusting volume 17audio CD, DVD, or BDcontrols 17decrease screenbrightness 16Help and Support 16ident

memory module compartmentcoverremoving 26replacing 28memory module compartment,identifying 11Microsoft Certificate of Authenticitylabel 37mouse, exter

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1Welcome●Finding informationAfter you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:●Connect to the Internet—Set up yo

Finding informationThe computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.Resources For information aboutQuick Setup poster●How t

Resources For information aboutSafety & Comfort GuideTo access this guide:Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.– or –Select Start &