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First Edition: November 2012
Document Part Number: 708191-001
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact
the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device and the AC
adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International
Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
WirelessIntegrated wireless local area network (WLAN)
options by way of wireless module
Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly√√√
Support for Intel Wireless Display√√√
Support for the following WLAN formats:
Intel Centrino® Wireless-N 2230 802.11 b/g/
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n 2×2 WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0 Combination
Adapter
Qualcomm Atheros AR9485 802.11 b/g/n
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1×1 WiFi Adapter
Qualcomm Atheros AR9565 802.11 b/g/n
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1×1 WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter,
not supported on Ubuntu Linux, (select models
only)
Ralink RT3290LE 802.11 b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and
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Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (select models
only)
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External
media card
Internal
media cards
Ports
Ralink RT5390R 802.11 b/g/n 1×1 WiFi
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(select models only)
HP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader slot with pushpush technology, supporting the following digital
card formats:
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory
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Card
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
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Memory Card
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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One half-size Mini Card slot for WLAN√√
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One full-size mini-card slot for mSATA cache, for
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use with computer models with Intel Core
processors and system memory up to 8 GB
Audio-in/Audio–out (combination headphone/
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microphone)
HDMI version 1.4 supporting up to 1920×1200
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@ 60Hz
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4Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionIntel HM77
UMA
Intel HM70
UMA
Intel HM77
Discrete
Keyboard/
pointing
devices
TouchPad with two buttons:
Power
requirements
Battery
HP AC power adapter√√ √
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RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)√√√
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USB 3.0 (2 ports)√√√
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USB 2.0 (1 port)√√√
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Island-style keyboard with numeric keypad
1.5 mm travel distance
Multitouch gesture support enabled as default
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Taps enabled by default
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Supports edge-swipe gestures
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AC adapter
65 W RC V AC adapter with localized cable plug
support (3-wire plug with ground pin, supports 3-pin
DC connector)
1 m length
4 cell, 37 Whr, 2.55 Ah, Li-ion battery
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Supports fast charge
SecuritySecurity cable slot√√√
Intel AT-p Ready support√√√
Operating
system
Serviceability End-user replaceable parts:
Preinstalled:
Windows 8 Professional 64 bit√√√
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Windows 8 Standard 64 bit√√√
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FreeDOS 1.0√√√
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Ubuntu Linux√√
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Keyboard
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AC Adapter
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Battery
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5
2External component identification
Finding your hardware and software information
Locating hardware
To find out what hardware is installed on your computer:
1.From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager.
A list displays all the devices installed in your computer.
Locating software
To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using the
▲
mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the apps, and then select the All apps
icon.
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)
Power light
White: The computer is on.
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Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
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which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
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is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount of
power.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from inactivity.
6Chapter 2 External component identification
ComponentDescription
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)RJ-45 (network) jack lights
Hard drive light
Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats:
USB 3.0 ports (2)Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced
HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
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hard drive.
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
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Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory
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Card
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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USB power performance.
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
White—Computer is connected to a network.
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Blinking amber—Data is being transferred.
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NOTE: When both lights are off the computer is not
connected to a network.
(7)
(8) AC adapter light
(9)
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
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charged.
Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery
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level.
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
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charging.
Off: The computer is using DC power.
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Right side
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Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
(2)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent,
but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
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.
(3)
(4)
USB 2.0 portConnects an optional USB 2.0 device.
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. The jack does
not support optional microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For
additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety andEnvironmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and audioin (microphone).
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(2)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)HP TrueVision HD WebcamRecords video, captures still photographs, and allows you to
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam, from the Start screen type c, and then select
CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps.
(4)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety and EnvironmentalNotices that applies to your country or region. To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start
screen, select My computer, and then select User guides.
Display
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Top
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1) TouchPad light
(2) TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on or off.
(3)TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on
(4)Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
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Off: The TouchPad is on.
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the screen.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Caps lock lightWhite: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
(3)
(4)
Power light
Mute light
Wireless light
White: The computer is on.
●
Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state, which
●
is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts off power
to the display and other unneeded components.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
●
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount of
power.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start
Technology allows your computer to resume quickly
from inactivity.
letters.
Amber: Computer sound is off.
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Off: Computer sound is on.
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White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
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local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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(5) TouchPad light
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
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Off: The TouchPad is on.
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Top
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Buttons and speakers
ComponentDescription
(1)
Power button
When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
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the computer.
When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
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initiate Sleep (disabled by default).
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
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button briefly to exit Sleep.
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
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briefly to exit Hibernation.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding the power button will
result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
computer.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start
Technology allows your computer to resume quickly from
inactivity.
To learn more about your power settings:
1.From the Start screen, type power.
2.Select Settings, and then select Power options.
(2)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the esc key.
(3)
(4)Action keysExecute frequently-used system functions.
(5)
(6)num lock keyControls the function of the integrated numeric keypad. Press
(7)Integrated numeric keypadSet at the factory to function like an external numeric
Operating system keyFor Windows systems, returns you to the Start screen from
an open app or the Desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the operating system logo key again will
return you to the previous screen.
For Linux systems, displays the operating system menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
the key to alternate between the standard numeric function
of an external keypad (selected the factory) and the
navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on
the keys).
NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the
computer is turned off is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
keypad. To alternate between this numeric function and the
navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on
the keys), press the num lock key.
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Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)
(3)Vents (4)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(4)
Battery lockLocks and unlocks the battery.
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.
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
3Illustrated parts catalog
Service label
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service label. The service label is located on the bottom of the computer.
NOTE:Your label may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(1)Product nameThis is the model name for the computer.
(2)Serial numberThis is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
(3)Product part numberThis number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The
part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are
needed.
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer.
(5)Model description (select
models only)
This is the alphanumeric identifier needed to locate documents, drivers, and support for
the computer.
Service label
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Computer major components
ItemComponentSpare part
(1)39.6 cm (15.0 in), high definition (HD), WLED, SVA BrightView display assembly. The display
assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only.
NOTE: For a full list of display spare parts, see
(2)Keyboard, black finish (includes keyboard cable):