HP 396853-001 User Manual

Notebook Tour

Document Part Number: 396853-001

March 2006

This guide explains the computer hardware features.

Contents

1 Components

Top components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2

Pointing devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4

Buttons and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Hotkey quick reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10

Front components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11

Rear components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13

Right-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–14

Left-side components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–15

Bottom components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17

Wireless antennae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–19

Additional hardware components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–20

Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–21

2 Specifications

Operating environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1

Rated input power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

Index

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Components

This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.

To see a list of hardware installed in the computer:

1. Select Start > My Computer.

2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View
system information.

3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager.

You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations
using Device Manager.

Components included with the computer may vary by region

✎

and by model. The illustrations in this guide identify the
standard external features included in most computer models.

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Components

Top components

Lights

Your computer may look slightly different from the

✎

illustrations in this chapter.

Component Description

1 Power lights* On: The computer is on.

Blinking: The computer is in standby.
Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a

higher power rating should be
connected.

Off: The computer is off or in
hibernation.

2 Wireless lights

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†

(2) On: An integrated wireless device,

such as a wireless local area network
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device is turned on.

(Continued)

Component Description

3 Light sensor Detects available light

4 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

5 Num lock light On: Num lock is on.

Volume mute light On: System sound is turned off.

6

Components

IDE (Integrated Drive

7

Electronics) drive light

Battery light Amber: A battery pack is charging.

8

*There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on
the power button is visible only when the computer is open; the other power
light is always visible on the front of the computer.

†

There are 2 wireless lights. Both display the same information. The light
on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open; the other
wireless light is always visible on the front of the computer.

Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive
is being accessed.

Green: A battery pack is close to full
charge capacity.

Blinking amber: A battery pack that is
the only available power source has
reached a low-battery condition.

critical

When the battery reaches a
low-battery condition, the battery light
begins blinking more quickly.

Off: If the computer is plugged into an
external power source, the light is
turned off when all batteries in the
computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an
external power source, the light is
turned off until the battery reaches a
low-battery condition.

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Components

Pointing devices

Your computer may look slightly different from the

✎

illustrations in this chapter.

The pointing stick (select models only) and TouchPad controls
can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table
describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model.

Component Description

Fingerprint reader

1

(select models only)*

Left pointing stick button

2

(select models only)

Pointing stick

3

(select models only)

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Allows a fingerprint logon to
Microsoft® Windows® instead of a
password logon. On select models, a
center button replaces the fingerprint
reader.

Functions like the left button on an
external mouse.

Moves the pointer and selects or
activates items on the screen.

(Continued)

Component Description

Components

Center pointing stick button

4

(select models only)

Right pointing stick button

5

(select models only)

TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.

6

Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an

7

Center TouchPad button

8

(select models only)

Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an

9

TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or

-

*This table describes default settings.To view and change TouchPad
preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other
Hardware > Mouse.

Functions like the center button on an
external mouse.

Functions like the right button on an
external mouse.

external mouse.

Functions like the center button on an
external mouse. On select models, a
fingerprint reader replaces the center
button.

external mouse.

activates items on the screen. Can be
set to perform other mouse functions,
such as scrolling, selecting, and
double-clicking.

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Components

Buttons and switches

Component Description

1 Power button* When the computer is

■ Off, press to turn on the computer.

■ In standby, briefly press to exit

standby.

■ In hibernation, briefly press to exit

hibernation.

If the computer has stopped
responding and Windows shutdown
procedures cannot be used, press
and hold the power button for at least
5 seconds to turn off the computer.

(Continued)

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Components

Component Description

2 Info Center button Launches Info Center, which enables

you to open the following software
solutions: Altiris Local Recovery,
Contact HP, Help and Support,
Accessories Product Tour (Options
Demo), ProtectTools Security
Manager, Software Setup, System
Information, and Wireless Assistant.

3 Wireless button* Turns the wireless feature on or off,

but does not create a wireless
connection.

To establish a wireless

✎

connection, a wireless network
must already be set up.

4 Presentation button Starts the Presentation feature.

5 Volume mute button Mutes system sound.

6 Volume down button Decreases system volume.

7 Volume up button Increases system volume.

8 Calculator button Turns on Windows calculator function.

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing
default settings, refer to the user guides located in the Help and Support
Center.

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Components

Keys

Component Description

esc key Displays system information when

1

fn key Executes frequently used system

2

pressed in combination with the fn key.

functions when pressed in combination
with a function key or the esc

key.

3 Windows logo key Displays the Microsoft Windows

Start menu.

(Continued)

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Components

Component Description

4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items

beneath the pointer.

5 Integrated numeric keypad Can be used like the keys on an

external numeric keypad.

6 Function keys Execute frequently used system

functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.

Refer to the table in “Hotkey

✎

quick reference” for a

description of each hotkey.

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Components

Hotkey quick reference

To perform this function Press

Display system information fn+esc

Clear system information esc or enter

Initiate standby fn+f3

Resume from standby Power button

Alternate between computer
display and external display

View battery information fn+f8

Clear battery information fn+f8

Decrease screen brightness fn+f9

Increase screen brightness fn+f10

Turn on and off light sensor fn+f11

fn+f4

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Front components

Component Description

1 Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device,

such as a wireless local area network
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device is turned on.

2 Power light On: The computer is on.

Blinking: The computer is in standby.
Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a

higher power rating should be
connected.

Off: The computer is off or
in hibernation.

Components

(Continued)

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Components

Component Description

Battery light Amber: A battery pack is charging.

3

Green: A battery pack is close to full
charge capacity.

Blinking amber: A battery pack that is
the only available power source has
reached a low-battery condition.
When the battery reaches a
low-battery condition, the battery light
begins blinking more quickly.

Off: If the computer is plugged into an
external power source, the light is
turned off when all batteries in the
computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an
external power source, the light is
turned off until the battery reaches a
low-battery condition.

critical

4 IDE (Integrated Drive

Electronics) drive light

Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive
is being accessed.

5 Speakers (2) Produce system sound.

6 Display release latch Opens the computer.

7 Digital Media Slot Supports 7 optional digital card

formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory
Card, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick,
Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Duo
(with adapter), SmartMedia card, and
xD-Picture Card.

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Rear components

Component Description

1 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable

to the computer.

The security cable is designed

Ä

to act as a deterrent, but may
not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.

2 Vent* Provides airflow to cool internal

components.

Components

To prevent overheating, do

Ä

not obstruct vents. Use the
computer 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
thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.

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 RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.

*Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location.

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Components

Right-side components

Component Description

1 Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces system stereo sound when

connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a
headset, or television audio.

2 Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional headset or

microphone.

3 USB ports (2) Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant

devices to the computer using a
standard USB cable. Either port can
also connect an optional External
MultiBay II to the computer. The
MultiBay II must be plugged into
an external power source.

4 Optical drive Reads an optical disc.

5 Optical drive button Releases the media tray.

6 RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.

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Left-side components

Component Description

1 Vent* Provides airflow to cool internal

components.

To prevent overheating, do

Ä

not obstruct vents. Use the
computer 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
thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.

Components

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.

2 Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an

optional power adapter.

3 External monitor port Connects an external monitor.

(Continued)

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Components

Component Description

4 S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video

device such as a television, VCR,
camcorder, overhead projector, or
video capture card.

5 USB ports (2) Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant

devices to the computer using a
standard USB cable. Either port can
also connect an optional External
MultiBay II to the computer. The
MultiBay II must be plugged into
an external power source.

6 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394

device, such as a camcorder.

7 PC Card slot Supports optional Type I and Type II

32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards.

8 Smart card slot Supports optional smart cards.

9 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the

PC Card slot.

*Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location.

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Bottom components

Component Description

Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.

1

Components

Expansion memory module

2

and Mini Card compartment

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Contains the expansion memory
module slot. and a wireless LAN
device.

To prevent an unresponsive

Ä

system and the display of a
warning message, replace
with only a Mini Card device
authorized for use in the
computer by the governmental
agency that regulates wireless
devices in your country. If you
replace a a device and then
receive a warning messsage,
remove the device torestore
computer functionality. Then
contact Customer Care.

(Continued)

Components

Component Description

3 Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory

battery.

4 Primary battery pack release

latches (2)

Release the primary battery pack from
the battery bay.

5 Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery pack.

6 Docking connector Connect the computer to an optional

docking device.

7 Vents* Provide airflow to cool internal

components.

To prevent overheating, do

Ä

not obstruct vents. Use the
computer 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
thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.

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.

*Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location.

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Wireless antennae

There are 2 wireless antennae that send and receive wireless
device signals. They are not visible from the outside of the
computer.

For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer
to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in
the Help and Support Center.

Components

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Components

Additional hardware components

Component Description

1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an

AC outlet.

2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.

3 Primary battery pack* Powers the computer when the

computer is not plugged into
external power.

*Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by
region and country.

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Labels

The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may
need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel
internationally with the computer.

■ Service tag—Provides the product name, product number

■ Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the

■ Wireless certification label(s)—Provide information about

Components

(P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your computer. Have this
information available when you contact Customer Care. The
service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
The information on the service tag is also available through
the Help and Support Center.

Microsoft Windows Product Key. You may need the Product
Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This
certificate is affixed to the bottom of the computer.

optional wireless devices and the approval markings on
some of the countries in which the devices have been
approved for use. An optional device may be a wireless local
area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth®
device. If your computer model includes one or more
wireless devices, one or more certification labels are included
with your computer. You may need this information when
traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are
affixed to the bottom of the computer.

■ Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information

about the modem and lists the agency approval markings
required by some of the countries in which the modem has
been approved for use. You may need this information when
traveling internationally. The modem approval label is affixed
to the bottom of the computer.

■ Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the

computer. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of
the computer.

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Specifications

The following sections provide information on the operating
environment specifications and power specifications of the
computer.

Operating environment

The operating environment information in the following table
may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in
extreme environments.

Factor Metric U.S.

Temperature

Operating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°F

Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F

Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F

2

Relative humidity (noncondensing)

Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90%

Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95%

Maximum altitude (unpressurized)

Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft

Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*) -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft

*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for
altitude.

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Specifications

Rated input power

The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan
to travel internationally with your computer.

The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by
an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be
powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it is strongly
recommended that the computer be powered only with an
AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for
an HP computer.

The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the
following specifications.

Input power Rating

Operating voltage 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W

Operating current 3.5 A

This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with
phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms.

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Index

1394 port 1–16

A

altitude specifications 2–1
antennae
applications key, Windows

1–9

audio-in (microphone) jack

1–14

audio-out (headphone) jack

1–14

1–19

B

battery bay 1–18
battery light, identifying

1–12
battery pack release latch
battery pack, identifying
bays

battery 1–18
hard drive 1–17

Bluetooth label 1–21
buttons

calculator 1–7
Info Center 1–7
mute 1–7
optical drive 1–14
PC Card slot eject 1–16
power 1–6

1–3,

1–18

1–20

presentation 1–7
TouchPad 1–5
volume 1–7
wireless 1–7

C

cables

modem 1–13, 1–14
network 1–14
USB 1–14, 1–16

calculator button 1–7
caps lock light
Certificate of Authenticity

1–21

label

compartments, expansion

memory module

components

bottom 1–17
front 1–11
left-side 1–15
rear 1–13
right-side 1–14
top 1–2

connectors

docking 1–18
power 1–15
travel battery 1–18

cord, power, identifying 1–20

1–3

1–17

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Index

D

Digital Media Slot, location

1–12
display release latch
docking connector
drives

hard 1–17
optical 1–14

1–12

1–18

E

eject button, PC Card slot 1–16
environmental specifications

2–1
exhaust vents

1–18
external monitor port

1–13, 1–15,

1–15

F

fingerprint reader 1–4

fn key 1–8

function keys

1–9

H

hard drive bay, identifying

1–17
headphone (audio-out) jack

1–14
hotkeys, Quick Reference

1–10
humidity specifications

2–1

I

IDE drive light 1–12
IEEE 1394 port
Info Center button

1–16

1–7

J

jacks

audio-in (microphone)

1–14

audio-out (headphone)

1–14

RJ-11 (modem) 1–13
RJ-45 (network) 1–14
S-Video-out 1–16

K

keypad keys 1–9
keys

esc 1–8
fn 1–8

function 1–9
keypad 1–9
Windows applications 1–9
Windows logo 1–8

L

labels

Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity

modem approval 1–21
regulatory 1–21
service tag 1–21
wireless certification 1–21

latches

battery pack release 1–18
display release 1–12

light sensor 1–3
lights

caps lock 1–3
IDE drive 1–12

1–21

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Index

mute 1–3
num lock 1–3
power 1–2
wireless 1–2

lock, security cable 1–13

M

memory module compartment,

expansion
Memory Stick
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick Pro
microphone (audio-in) jack

1–14
Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity label
modem approval label
modem cable
monitor port, external
MultiMediaCard
mute button
mute light

1–17

1–12

1–12

1–12

1–21

1–21

1–14

1–15

1–12

1–7

1–3

N

network (RJ-45) jack 1–14
network cable
num lock light

1–14

1–3

O

operating environment

specifications
operating system

Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity label

Product Key 1–21

optical drive button 1–14
optical drive, identifying

2–1

1–21

1–14

P

PC Card slot eject button 1–16
pointing stick
pointing stick button
ports

1394 1–16
external monitor 1–15
USB 1–14, 1–16

power connector 1–13
power cord
power light
presentation button
Product Key
product name and number,

notebook

1–4

1–4

1–20
1–2, 1–11

1–7

1–21

1–21

R

rated input power

specifications

regulatory information

modem approval label

1–21

regulatory label 1–21
wireless certification labels

1–21

release latch

battery pack 1–18
display 1–12

RJ-11 (modem) jack 1–13
RJ-45 (network) jack
RJ-45 network cable

2–2

1–14

1–14

S

scroll zone, TouchPad 1–5
Secure Digital (SD) Memory

1–12

Card

security cable slot

1–13

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Index

serial number, notebook 1–21
service tag
slots

6-in-1 Digital Media 1–12
memory 1–17
PC Card 1–16
security cable 1–13
smart card 1–16

Smart AC Adapter, identifying

1–20
smart card slot
SmartMedia (SM) card
speakers
specifications

operating environment 2–1
rated input power 2–2

S-Video-out jack 1–16

1–21

1–16

1–12

1–12

T

temperature specifications 2–1
TouchPad, described
travel battery connector
traveling with notebook

environmental

specifications

modem approval label

1–21

wireless certification labels

1–21

1–5

1–18

2–2

V

vents 1–13, 1–15, 1–18
volume buttons

1–7

W

Windows applications key 1–9
Windows logo key
wireless antennae
wireless button
wireless certification label

1–21
wireless label
wireless light

1–8

1–19

1–7

1–21

1–2, 1–11

X

xD-Picture Card 1–12

U

USB cable 1–14, 1–16
USB ports, identifying

1–16

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1–14,

© Copyright 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.

Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. Bluetooth is a
trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company
under license.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The
only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express
warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing
herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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First Edition March 2006
Document Part Number: 396853-001