HP 345 G2, 340 G1, 248 G1 Maintenance and Service Guide
HP 345 G2 Notebook PC,
HP 340 G1 Notebook PC
(in Latin America and the United States),
and HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
(in India, Taiwan, and Thailand)
Maintenance and Service Guide
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First Edition: June 2014
Second Edition: November 2013
Document Part Number: 743696-002
Product notice
This guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features may
not be available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions
of Windows 8. This computer may require
upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers, and/or software to take
full advantage of Windows 8 functionality.
See for
http://www.microsoft.com details.
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For any further information or to request a
full refund of the computer, please contact
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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).
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Table of contents
1 Product description ........................................................................................................... 1
Product Name ......................................................................................................................... 1
Chipset ................................................................................................................................... 1
Processor ................................................................................................................................ 2
Panel ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Graphics ................................................................................................................................. 3
Memory .................................................................................................................................. 4
Flash cache ............................................................................................................................. 4
MiniCard solid-state drive ......................................................................................................... 5
Primary storage ....................................................................................................................... 5
Audio and video ...................................................................................................................... 6
Optical drive ........................................................................................................................... 6
Ethernet .................................................................................................................................. 6
Wireless networking ................................................................................................................. 7
External expansion ................................................................................................................... 7
Ports ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Keyboard/pointing devices ....................................................................................................... 8
Power requirements .................................................................................................................. 9
Security .................................................................................................................................. 9
Operating system ................................................................................................................... 10
Serviceability ......................................................................................................................... 11
2 External component identification ................................................................................... 12
Display ................................................................................................................................. 12
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) ...................................................... 13
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Lights .................................................................................................................................... 15
TouchPad .............................................................................................................................. 16
Front ..................................................................................................................................... 17
Left side ................................................................................................................................ 18
Right side .............................................................................................................................. 19
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Bottom .................................................................................................................................. 20
3 Illustrated parts catalog .................................................................................................. 21
Locating the serial number, product number, and model number .................................................. 21
Computer major components ................................................................................................... 22
Display assembly components ................................................................................................. 32
Plastics Kit ............................................................................................................................. 33
Mass storage devices ............................................................................................................. 34
Miscellaneous parts ................................................................................................................ 35
Sequential part number listing .................................................................................................. 37
4 Removal and replacement preliminary requirements ...................................................... 47
Tools required ....................................................................................................................... 47
Service considerations ............................................................................................................ 47
Plastic parts ............................................................................................................ 47
Cables and connectors ............................................................................................ 48
Drive handling ........................................................................................................ 48
Grounding guidelines ............................................................................................................. 49
Electrostatic discharge damage ................................................................................. 49
Packaging and transporting guidelines ....................................................... 50
Workstation guidelines .............................................................. 50
5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts ............................. 52
Component replacement procedures ........................................................................................ 52
Battery ................................................................................................................... 53
Service cover .......................................................................................................... 54
Hard drive ............................................................................................................. 55
WLAN module ........................................................................................................ 58
Solid-state drive ...................................................................................................... 60
Memory module ...................................................................................................... 62
Optical drive .......................................................................................................... 64
Keyboard ............................................................................................................... 66
6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts .................. 69
Component replacement procedures ........................................................................................ 69
Top cover ............................................................................................................... 69
Fingerprint reader module ........................................................................................ 73
TouchPad button board ............................................................................................ 74
Card reader board .................................................................................................. 76
Power button board ................................................................................................. 77
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Speakers ................................................................................................................ 78
Audio/USB board ................................................................................................... 80
System board ....................................................................................................... 0
Heat sink ............................................................................................................. 0
Fan ..................................................................................................................... 0
RTC battery .......................................................................................................... 0
Power connector cable .......................................................................................... 0
Display assembly .................................................................................................. 0
7 Computer Setup (BIOS) ................................................................................................. 0
Windows 8 – Computer Setup (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .......... 0
Using Computer Setup ........................................................................................... 0
Starting Computer Setup ......................................................................... 0
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ............................................. 0
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup .............................................. 0
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................. 0
Determining a BIOS version ...................................................... 0
Downloading a BIOS update .................................................... 0
Using MultiBoot .................................................................................................... 0
About the boot device order .................................................................... 0
Choosing MultiBoot preferences ............................................................... 0
Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup .............................. 0
Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt ............. 0
Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt ........................................... 0
Entering MultiBoot Express preferences ...................................... 0
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) (select models only) ................................... 0
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .............. 0
Windows 7 – Computer Setup (BIOS), MultiBoot, and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .......... 0
Using Computer Setup ........................................................................................... 0
Starting Computer Setup ......................................................................... 0
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ............................................. 0
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup .............................................. 0
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................. 0
Determining a BIOS version ...................................................... 0
Downloading a BIOS update for Windows 7 ............................. 0
Using MultiBoot .................................................................................................... 0
About the boot device order .................................................................... 0
Choosing MultiBoot preferences ............................................................... 0
Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup .............................. 0
Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt ............. 0
Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt ........................................... 0
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Entering MultiBoot Express preferences ...................................... 120
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) (select models only) ................................... 121
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .............. 121
Linux – Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics ............................................. 122
Starting Computer Setup ........................................................................................ 122
Using Computer Setup ........................................................................................... 122
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ............................................. 122
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup .............................................. 123
Updating the BIOS ................................................................................................ 124
Determining the BIOS version .................................................................. 124
Downloading a BIOS update ................................................................... 124
Using Advanced System Diagnostics ....................................................................... 125
8 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 126
9 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................... 127
Windows 8 ......................................................................................................................... 127
Backing up your information ................................................................................... 127
Performing a system recovery ................................................................................. 128
Using the Windows recovery tools ........................................................... 129
Using f11 recovery tools ......................................................................... 130
Using Windows operating system media (purchased separately) .................. 130
Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset ............................................... 131
Using HP Software Setup ........................................................................ 131
Windows 7 ......................................................................................................................... 132
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator ............................................ 133
Creating recovery media ......................................................................... 133
Backing up your information ................................................................................... 133
Performing a system recovery ................................................................................. 134
Using the Windows recovery tools ........................................................... 135
Using f11 recovery tools ......................................................................... 136
Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) .............. 137
Linux .................................................................................................................................. 138
Creating backups .................................................................................................. 138
Backing up your information ................................................................................... 138
Performing a system recovery ................................................................................. 139
Remove everything and reinstall SLED ...................................................................... 140
10 Statement of Volatility ................................................................................................ 141
Non-volatile memory usage ................................................................................................... 143
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Questions and answers ......................................................................................................... 146
11 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................... 147
Requirements for all countries ................................................................................................ 147
Requirements for specific countries and regions ....................................................................... 147
12 Recycling .................................................................................................................... 149
Index ............................................................................................................................... 150
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1 Product description
Product Name
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 345 G2 Notebook PC ×
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
HP 340 G1 Notebook PC (in Latin America and
the United States)
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC (in India, Taiwan,
and Thailand)
Chipset
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
AMD® integrated soldered on circuit (SoC) fusion
controller hub (FCH)
Intel® processor controller hub (PCH), SoC ×
×
×
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
×
Product Name
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Processor
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
AMD A8-6410 2.00-GHz (SC turbo up to 2.40-
●
GHz) processor (2.00-MB L2 cache, maximum
DDR3L: 1600-MHz, quad core, 15 W)
AMD A6-6310 1.80-GHz (SC turbo up to 2.40-
●
GHz) processor (2.00-MB L2 cache, maximum
DDR3L: 1600-MHz, quad core, 15 W)
AMD A4-6210 1.50-GHz processor (2.00-MB L2
●
cache, maximum DDR3L: 1600-MHz, quad core,
15 W)
Intel Core® i7-4500U 1.80-GHz processor
●
(dual core, 15 W)
Intel Core i5-4210U 1.70-GHz processor
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(dual core, 15 W)
Intel Core i5-4200U 1.60-GHz processor
●
(dual core, 15 W)
Intel Core i3-4030U 1.90-GHz processor
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(dual core, 15 W)
Intel Core i3-4010U 1.70-GHz processor
●
(dual core, 15 W)
Intel Core i3-4005U 1.70-GHz processor
●
(dual core, 15 W)
×
×
Panel
Intel Pentium® 3556U 1.70-GHz processor
●
(1600-MHz FSB, 2.0-MB L3 cache, 15 W)
Intel Celeron® 2980U 1.60-GHz processor
●
(1600-MHz FSB, 2.0-MB L3 cache, 15 W)
Intel Celeron 2957U 1.40-GHz processor (1600-
●
MHz FSB, 2.0-GB L2 cache, 15 W)
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
14.0-in, AntiGlare (AG), high-definition HD, lightemitting diode (LED), 1366×768, SVA, display panel
with and without webcam
××
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Graphics
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
Switchable discrete graphics: AMD Radeon® R5
M240 Graphics 2-GB DDR3 with up to 2-GB of
dedicated video memory (256 × 16 DDR3 @ 1-GHz,
4PCs)
Universal memory architecture (UMA) graphics
Switchable discrete graphics: AMD Radeon™
HD 8670M (Sun XT); 2-GB DDR3 with up to 2-GB of
dedicated video memory (256 × 16 DDR3 @ 1-GHz,
4PCs) or 1-GB DDR3 with up to 1-GB of dedicated
video memory (128 × 16 DDR3 @ 1-GHz, 4PCs)
Internal graphics – Integrated universal memory
architecture (UMA) graphics:
Intel HD Graphics 4400 on computer models
●
equipped with an Intel Core processor
Intel HD Graphics on computer models equipped
●
with an Intel Pentium or Intel Celeron processor
×
×
Graphics
3
Memory
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
Two customer-accessible/upgradable memory
module slots
Support for DDR3L 1600-MHz PCL3-12800 dual
channel memory
Support for 8192-MB of system memory in the
following configurations:
8192-MB total system memory (8192 MB × 1;
●
not available with 32-bit operating system)
8192-MB total system memory (4096 MB × 2;
●
dual channel, not available with 32-bit
operating system)
4096-MB total system memory (4096 MB × 1)
●
Two customer-accessible/upgradable memory
module slots
Support for DDR3L 1600-MHz PCL3-12800 dual
channel memory
Support for 16384-MB of system memory in the
following configurations:
16384-MB total system memory (8192 MB × 2;
●
not available with 32-bit operating system)
×
×
8192-MB total system memory (4096 MB × 2;
●
not available with 32-bit operating system)
4096-MB total system memory (4096 MB × 1;
●
only memory configuration supported in Brazil)
2048-MB total system memory (2048 MB × 1)
●
Flash cache
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
Support for 32-GB mSATA solid-state drive (not
supported on computer models equipped with the Intel
i3-4005U, Intel Pentium, and Intel Celeron processor)
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
×
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MiniCard solid-state drive
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
120-GB solid-state drive (2242/DS M.2 form factor)
Not supported if 32-GB flash cache is selected
Set as primary storage if selected
Primary storage
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
Support for 6.35-cm (2.5-in) hard drives in 7.0-mm
(.28-in) and 9.5-mm (.37-in) thickness
Support for Intel Smart Response Technology
Accelerometer
Support for hard drive protection
Support for the following hard drive:
750-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm hard drive
●
Support for 6.35-cm (2.5-in) hard drives in 7.0-mm
(.28-in) and 9.5-mm (.37-in) thickness
×
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
×
×
×
Support for mSATA
Support for Intel Smart Response Technology
Accelerometer
Support for hard drive protection
Support for the following hard drives:
750-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm hard drive
●
500-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm hard drive
●
Support for the following hard drives:
1-TB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm hard drive
●
500-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm hard drive
●
Support for a 32-GB mSATA solid-state drive ×
×
××
MiniCard solid-state drive
5
Audio and video
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
HP TrueVision HD webcam (fixed/no tilt with activity
light), 1280×720 by 30 frames per second
Support for non-webcam option
Dual digital microphones
Stereo speakers (2)
DTS Sound
Optical drive
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
DVD±RW Double Layer with SuperMulti Drive
9.5-mm tray load
SATA
Fixed (not modular)
Support for zero-power optical drive
××
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
××
Support for no optical drive option
Ethernet
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
Integrated 10/100/1000 network interface card
(NIC)
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
××
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Wireless networking
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options
by way of wireless module
Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly
Support for the following WLAN formats:
Atheros AR9485 802.11bgn WiFi Adapter
●
Broadcom BCM943228HMB 802.11abgn 2×2
●
Wi-Fi Adapter, Broadcom Bluetooth 4.0 Adapter
Support for the following WLAN formats:
Realtek RTL8723BE 802.11bgn 1×1 + Bluetooth
●
4 LE Combo Adapter
Support for the following WLAN formats:
Ralink RT3290LE 802.11bgn 1×1 Bluetooth 4.0
●
Combo Adapter
Ralink RT3290LE 802.11bgn 1×1 WiFi and
●
Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter
External expansion
××
××
×
×
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
SD media reader slot
Support for SD, SDHC, SDXC
Push-push insertion/removal
××
Wireless networking
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Ports
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
AC adapter, HP Smart (4.5-mm barrel)
●
Audio-in (mono microphone)/audio-out (stereo
●
headphone) combo jack
DisplayPort 1.2
●
Docking
●
RJ45 (Ethernet)
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USB 3.0 charging (1)
●
USB 3.0 (2)
●
VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting: 1920×1200
●
external resolution @ 75 Hz, hot plug and unplug
and autodetection for correct output to wideaspect vs. standard aspect video
Keyboard/pointing devices
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
××
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
Dual point, spill-resistant (with drain) keyboard with
DuraKeys, function keys and optional
backlightFunction Keys:
Touchpad Requirements: Glass with chemical
etched surface, on/off button, support for 2-way scroll,
Taps enabled as default, Gestures enabled by default
(2-finger scrolling, 2-finger zoom (pinch)
××
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Power requirements
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
Support for removable 3-cell, 46-WHr, 4.15-AHr, Liion battery and 3-cell, 26-WHr, 2.50-AHr, Li-ion
battery
Support for the following AC adapters:
●
●
●
Security
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
Support for the following:
●
●
××
65-W HP Smart adapter (EM, RC/V, 3-wire, 4.5mm)
65-W HP Smart adapter (non-PFC, 3-wire, 4.5mm)
45-W HP Smart adapter (non-PFC, RC/V, 3-wire,
4.5-mm)
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
××
Fingerprint reader
Full-volume encryption
Integrated Smart Card reader (active)
●
Preboot authentication (password, Smart Card)
●
Support Security Lock
●
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 (Infineon;
●
soldered down)
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 (Infineon;
●
soldered down)
Power requirements
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Operating system
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
Restore Media–OSDVD:
Microsoft Windows 8.1 and 8 Professional 64-
●
bit (include in Windows 8.1 and 8 downgrade
operating system AV only; do not include for
Asia/Pacific countries or regions or
the People's Republic of China)
Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit (for service only)
●
Microsoft Windows 8 Country Specific 64-bit
●
(for service only)
Microsoft Windows 8 Emerging Market 64-bit
●
(for service only)
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic 32-bit
●
(available with any Microsoft Windows 7 Home
Basic loc except for Asia/Pacific countries or
regions or the People's Republic of China)
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64- and
●
32-bit (available with any Microsoft Windows 7
Professional or Microsoft Windows 8 downgrade
loc except for Asia/Pacific countries or regions
or the People's Republic of China)
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64- and 32-bit
●
(available with any Microsoft Windows 7
Professional or Microsoft Windows 8 downgrade
loc except for Asia/Pacific countries or regions
or the People's Republic of China)
××
Certified:
Microsoft WHQL
●
SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED, service pack 2, 64-
●
bit
Web-only Support:
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Chinese market 64-bit
●
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Emerging market 64-bit
●
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Multi-Language 64-bit
●
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Enterprise 64-bit
●
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
●
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64- and 32-bit
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Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise 64- and 32-bit
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Serviceability
Description HP 345 G2 Notebook PC HP 340 G1 Notebook PC and
HP 248 G1 Notebook PC
End user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
●
Battery (system)
●
Hard drive
●
Keyboard
●
Memory module
●
Solid-state drive
●
WLAN module
●
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Serviceability
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2 External component identification
Display
Item Component Description
(1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with WLANs.
(2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(4) Webcam
(select models only)
*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
Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and
then select the HP Support Assistant app.
Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to video
conference and chat online using streaming video.
For information on using the webcam, access HP Support Assistant. To access HP
Support Assistant, from the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
Item Component Description
(1) Power button
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.
●
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to
●
exit Sleep.
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to
●
exit Hibernation.
CAUTION: CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will result
in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and 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, see your power options. From the Start
screen, type power, select Power and sleep settings, and then select
Power and sleep from the list of applications.
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
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Item Component Description
(2) Speakers Produce sound.
Keys
(3) Fingerprint reader
(select models only)
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
Item Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a
function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys.
(3) Windows button Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
(5) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
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Lights
Item Component Description
(1) Power light
(2) Mute light
(3) Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth
(4) Fingerprint reader (select
models only)
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving state. The
●
computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving
●
state 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.
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
●
device, is on.
NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices
are off.
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
Lights
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Item Component Description
(5) TouchPad light
(6) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters.
TouchPad
On: The TouchPad is off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
●
Item Component Description
(1) TouchPad on/off button
and light
(2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Turns the TouchPad on and off.
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
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Front
Item Component Description
(1) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or access information.
Front
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Left side
Item Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) AC adapter/Battery light
(3) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
(4) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television,
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(7) USB 3.0 ports Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
White: The AC adapter is connected to external power and the battery is
●
fully charged.
Amber: The AC adapter is connected to external power and the battery
●
is charging.
Off: The AC adapter is not connected to external power.
●
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.
any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
Green (left): The network is connected.
●
Amber (right): The network is showing activity.
●
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
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Right side
Item Component Description
(1) Power light
(2) Hard drive light
(3) Audio-out (headphone)
jack/Audio-in
(microphone) combo jack
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving state. The
●
computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving
●
state 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.
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. (select
●
models only)
Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers,
headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional
headset microphone.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before
putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information,
see the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental 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 audio-in (microphone).
(4) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive,
printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5) Optical drive (select
models only)
(6) Optical drive eject button
(select models only)
(7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or reads and writes to
an optical disc.
Releases the optical drive disc tray.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not
prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Right side
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Bottom
Item Component Description
(1) Battery cover release
latch and lock
(2) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(3) Memory module
compartment cover
(4) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(5) Service cover Provides access to the hard drive bay, the WLAN module slot, and the solid-state
Releases the battery cover over the battery bay.
Provides access to the keyboard screw, memory module slots, and optical
drive screw.
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.
drive slot.
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module
only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the
governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region.
If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the
module to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help
and Support.
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