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HP Notebook Reference Guide

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1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP notebook computers.

2 Networking (select models only) Your computer supports two types of Internet access: ● Wireless—Refer to Creating a wireless connection on p

Icon Name Description Wired network (disabled/ Indicates that all network devices are disabled in Windows® Control disconnected) Panel. Network (

Turning wireless devices on or off You can use the wireless button or HP Connection Manager (

Using a WLAN A wireless connection connects the computer to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed of o

Setting up a new WLAN Required equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (purchased separately) (1) and high-speed

Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 7 NOTE: HP recommends that you select WPA2, which is

Inserting a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide. 1. Shut down the computer. If you ar

Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS). GPS satellites del

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Connecting a modem cable 1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack

Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the mod

Adding new locations when traveling On a new computer, the only location setting available to th

Windows Vista 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Phone and Modem

2. Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or a router (not illustrated). WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric

3 Multimedia Your computer may include the following: ● Integrated speaker(s) ● Integrated microphone(s) ● Integrated webcam ● Preins

Adjusting the volume Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the vol

To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs &g

▲ To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching

HDMI The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to any compatible

Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer dir

Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI po

4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power button is used throughout this guide

Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory

Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of inac

Selecting a different power plan Use any of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in t

Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits

Using HP Power Assistant (select models only) HP Power Assistant allows you to configure system settings to

Using Battery Check Help and Support provides information on the status of the battery installed in the computer. To r

The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in

Storing a battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extend

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When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is

Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) Select computers are equipped with either switchable graphics

NOTE: There may be some instances when you may not be allowed to switch modes. In other instances, you may be prompted to switch modes

5 External cards and devices Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only) Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and conv

Removing a digital card CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely rem

Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into an Expr

Removing an ExpressCard CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safe

Inserting a smart card 1. Hold the card label-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is

Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ Connect t

Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ To connec

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Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect the device. ▲ To conn

Using a serial device (select models only) Select computer models include a serial port that connects optional devices such as a seria

USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module ● External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) ● MultiB

Using the docking connector (select models only) The docking connector connects the computer to an optional docking device. An optional docking d

6 Drives Handling drives CAUTION: Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Refer to the

Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the comp

Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP 3D DriveGuard protects the hard drive by parking the dri

Using HP 3D DriveGuard software The HP 3D DriveGuard software enables you to perform the following tasks: ● Enable and disa

5. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place. 6. Close the disc tray. NOTE: After you insert a

When the disc tray opens normally 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pu

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3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edg

Sharing optical drives Although your computer may not have an integrated optical drive, you can access software

7 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Wind

Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)

Setting passwords in Windows Password Function Administrator password* Protects access to a Windows administrator-level account. NOTE: This passwo

Setting passwords in Computer Setup Password Function BIOS administrator password* Protects access to C

4. When prompted, type your current password. 5. When prompted, type your new passw

To apply DriveLock protection to an internal hard drive, a user password and a master password must b

Entering a DriveLock password Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the computer

6. Type your master password, and then press enter. 7. To save your changes and exit Co

Testing an AC adapter ...

5. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Disable protection. 6. To save your changes and exi

Updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer left the factory. To be sure

Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Integrated fingerprint readers are available on select computer models. In order to use

8 Maintenance Cleaning your computer Cleaning products Use the following products to safely clean and disinfect your computer: ● Dimet

Cleaning the sides and cover To clean and disinfect the sides and cover, use a soft microfiber cloth or chamois moistened with one of th

Using SoftPaq Download Manager HP SoftPaq Download Manager (SDM) is a tool that provides quick access to

9 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output

To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods: ● To exit Computer Setup menus

Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP Web site. Most BIOS updates

NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any soft

Using optical drives (select models only) ...

To start Advanced System Diagnostics: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the

10 MultiBoot About the boot device order As the computer starts, the system attempts to boot from enabled boot devices. The Multi

Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup The computer will boot to a USB device or a NIC dev

● Changing the boot order also changes the logical drive designations. For example, if you start up f

Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt To dynamically choose a

11 Computer Management Using Client Management Solutions Client Management Solutions software provides standards-based solutions for mana

Managing and updating software HP provides several tools for managing and updating software on client computers: ● HP Client

● Help desk and problem resolution ◦ Management of help desk tickets ◦ Remote troubleshooting ◦ Remote problem resolution ◦ Cli

Support Software CD. To download the SSM utility or to obtain more information on SSM, see the HP Web site at http://www

Select To do this Intel ME Firmware Local Update Disable/enable local management of firmware updates. Intel ME Power Control Configure

Cleaning the sides and cover ... 64 Cleaning the

A Traveling with the computer For best results, follow these traveling and shipping tips: ● Prepare the computer for tra

hazardous locations. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device, ask for authorization to use it be

B Troubleshooting resources ● Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Select

C Electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for exam

Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable, connecting 39 1394 devices connecting 39 defined 38 removing 39 A AC adapter, testing 30 admin

removing 36 removing insert 35 external AC power, using 29 external devices 41 external drive 41 external monitor port 17 F Face Reco

SIM inserting 8 removing 8 Sleep exiting 22 initiating 22 slot-load optical drive 48 smart card defined 36 inserting 37 removing 37