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1IntroductionThis guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, includingconnecting to a wireless network, multimedia, po

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

Network (disabled/disconnected)Indicates that all network devices are disabled in Windows Control Panel.Network (connected) Indicates that one or more

You can use the wireless button to simultaneously turn on or turn off the wireless network controllerand Bluetooth device. These devices can be contro

Select Start > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager.For more details about using Connection Manager, refer to the Con

Windows XP1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. (Refer to Turning wireless devices on or off on page 3.)2. Select Start > Connect to.3. Select you

For help in setting up your WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer oryour ISP.Protecting your WLANWhen you set up a WLAN

Inserting a SIMNOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide.1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the

Using Bluetooth wireless devicesA Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableconnections that tradit

© Copyright 2011 Hewlett-PackardDevelopment Company, L.P.Bluetooth is a trademark owned by itsproprietor and used by Hewlett-PackardCompany under lice

Connecting a modem cable1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2)

3. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack.Selecting a location settingViewing the current location selectionWindows 71. Select

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing your home country or region settings, do not delete yourcurrent modem country or region settings. To enable mode

7. Select a country or region from the Country/region list. (If you select a country or region that isnot supported by the modem, the country/region s

2. Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2).WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipmen

3 MultimediaYour computer may include the following:● One or two integrated speakers●One or two integrated microphones●Integrated webcam●Preinstalled

Adjusting the volumeDepending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:● Volume buttons●Volume hotkeys●Volume keysWARNING

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

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

One HDMI device can be connected to the HDMI port on the computer. The information displayed onthe computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on

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

NOTE: Be sure that wireless is enabled on your computer before using the wireless display.Using HP MediaSmart (select models only)HP MediaSmart turns

4 Power managementNOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power button is usedthroughout this guide to refer to both type

If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, trythe following emergency procedures in the sequence pro

When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen whereyou stopped working.NOTE: If you have set a password

Windows XP—Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > PowerOptions.Selecting a different power planUse any of the following

NOTE: If you need to create a user account password or change your current user accountpassword, click Create or change your user account password, an

Using Battery Check in Windows 7Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on the status of the battery installed in thecomputer.To run Ba

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

Storing a batteryCAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures forextended periods of time.If a computer w

Using external AC powerNOTE: For information on connecting to AC power, refer to the Quick Setup poster provided in thecomputer box.External AC power

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Testing an AC adapterTest the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected toAC power:●The computer does not

5 External cards and devicesUsing Digital Media Slot cards (select models only)Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data

Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the followingprocedure to safely remove the digital

Configuring a PC CardTo reduce the risk of loss of support for other PC Cards during configuration, install only the softwarerequired for the device.

2. Insert the card into the PC Card slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated.You will hear a sound when the card has been detecte

Using ExpressCards (select models only)An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot.Like standard PC Cards,

Inserting an ExpressCardCAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Cardinto an ExpressCard slot.CAUTION:

Removing an ExpressCardCAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the followingprocedure to safely remove the ExpressC

Inserting a smart card1. Hold the card label-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card isseated.2. Follow the on-sc

▲Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.NOTE: The first time you connect a USB d

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Connecting a 1394 deviceCAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force to connect thedevice.▲To connect a 1394 devi

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

Using optional external devicesNOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port touse, refer to the man

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

6DrivesHandling drivesDrives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Refer to the followingcautions before handling drives. Ad

Using hard drivesImproving hard drive performanceUsing Disk DefragmenterAs you use the computer, files on the hard drive become fragmented. Disk Defra

Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in Windows 7 (selectmodels only)HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the

NOTE: If the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HPProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to in

Inserting an optical discTray load1. Turn on the computer.2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray.3. Pull out the

3. Gently slide the disc into the slot load optical drive.Removing an optical discTray loadThere are 2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the

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

Sharing optical drivesAlthough your computer may not have an integrated optical drive, you can access software and data,and install applications, by s

7SecurityProtecting the computerStandard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows SetupUtility can protect your

NOTE: To reduce the risk of being locked out of the computer, record each password and store it ina secure place.You can use the same password for a S

Password FunctionPower-on password*●Protects access to the computer contents.● After this password is set, it must be entered each timeyou turn on or

Managing a power-on passwordTo set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer

There are two types of firewalls to consider:●Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on.●Network-based firewall

3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lockwith the key.4. Remove the key and keep it in a

8 MaintenanceCleaning your computerCleaning the displayCAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to the computer, never spray water, cleaning fluids, orche

Using SoftPaq Download ManagerHP SoftPaq Download Manager (SDM) is a tool that provides quick access to SoftPaq information forHP business computers w

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9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and SystemDiagnosticsUsing Setup UtilitySetup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all

Navigating and selecting in Setup UtilityTo navigate and select in Setup Utility, follow these steps:1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then pres

Restoring factory settings in Setup UtilityNOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode.To return all settings in Setup Utility to the

BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressingfn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Setup

3. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that containsthe update.4. Double-click the file that has an .ex

A Traveling with the computerFor best results, follow these traveling and shipping tips:● Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping:◦Back up your

hazardous locations. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particulardevice, ask for authorization to use it before you turn

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

C Electrostatic DischargeElectrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—forexample, the shock you rec

IndexSymbols/Numerics1394 cable, connecting 401394 devicesconnecting 40defined 39removing 4016-bit PC Cards 3232-bit PC Cards 32AAC adapter, testing 3

Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in Windows 7 (select models only) ... 46Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status .

fingerprint readerlocating 57using 57firewall software 7, 55GGPS 9Hhard driveexternal 42HP ProtectSmart Hard DriveProtection 46HDMIconfiguring audio 1

exiting 62navigating and selecting 61passwords set in 53restoring factory settings 62setup utilitynavigating and selecting 61restoring factory setting

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9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics ....................... 60Using Se