HP 4540s User Manual

Getting Started

HP Notebook

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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.

First Edition: May 2012

Document Part Number: 679213-001

Product notice

This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.

Software terms

By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase.

For any further information or for requesting a full refund of the computer, please contact your local point of sale (the seller).

Safety warning notice

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not

place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air 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 rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer 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 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1

Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2

2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 4

Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 4

Lights ................................................................................................................................... 5

Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) ........................................... 7

Keys ................................................................................................................................... 10

Front ................................................................................................................................................... 12

Right ................................................................................................................................................... 13

Left ..................................................................................................................................................... 15

Display ................................................................................................................................................ 17

Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ 19

Identifying the bottom parts of the computer ...................................................................................... 20

3 Networking .................................................................................................................................................... 22

Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................ 23

Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 23

Connecting to an existing WLAN ....................................................................................... 24

Setting up a new WLAN network ....................................................................................... 24

Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 25

Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 25

4 Keyboard and pointing devices ................................................................................................................... 26

Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 26

Identifying the hot keys ...................................................................................................... 26

Using keypads (select models only) .................................................................................. 27

Using the embedded numeric keypad ............................................................... 27

Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off .......................... 28

Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad ............. 28

Using the integrated numeric keypad ................................................................ 28

Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 28

Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 29

Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 29

Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 29

Turning the TouchPad off and on ...................................................................... 30

Navigating ......................................................................................................... 30

Selecting ........................................................................................................... 31

Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 31

Scrolling ............................................................................................ 32

Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. 32

5 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 33

Inserting or removing the battery ........................................................................................................ 33

Using the optional security screw ....................................................................................................... 35

Removing or replacing the service door ............................................................................................. 36

Removing the service door ................................................................................................ 36

Replacing the service door ................................................................................................ 37

Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ............................................................................................... 38

Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... 38

Installing a hard drive ......................................................................................................... 40

Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 42

Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 45

Cleaning your computer ..................................................................................................................... 45

Cleaning products .............................................................................................................. 45

Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 45

Cleaning the display .......................................................................................... 45

Cleaning the sides and cover ............................................................................ 46

Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................. 46

6 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 47

Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator .................................................................. 48

Creating recovery media .................................................................................................... 48

Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 49

Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 50

Using the Windows recovery tools ..................................................................................... 50

Using f11 recovery tools .................................................................................................... 51

Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) ................................. 52

7 Customer support ......................................................................................................................................... 53

Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. 53

Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 54

8 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 55

Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 55

Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 56

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 57

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1Welcome

After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:

● Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the

Internet. For more information, refer to

● Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The

software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this guide, refer to

Finding information on page 2.

Networking on page 22.

● Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to

your computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26 for additional

information.

Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select

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Start > All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's Web site.

Getting to know

Finding information

The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.

Resources For information about

Setup Instructions poster

Getting Started

To access this guide:

Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

HP Notebook Reference Guide

To access this guide:

Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

How to set up the computer

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● Help to identify computer components

Computer features

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● How to connect to a wireless network

● How to use the keyboard and pointing devices

● How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory

modules

● How to perform a backup and recovery

How to contact customer support

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Computer specifications

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Power management features

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● How to maximize battery life

● How to use the multimedia features of the computer

● How to protect the computer

How to care for the computer

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How to update the software

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Help and Support

To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and

Support.

NOTE: For country- or region-specific support, go to

http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or

region, and follow the on-screen instructions.

Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices

To access this guide:

Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

Safety & Comfort Guide

To access this guide:

Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

– or –

Go to

http://www.hp.com/ergo.

How to install certain components

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How to create a wired and/or wireless network

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Operating system information

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● Software, driver, and BIOS updates

● Troubleshooting tools

● How to access technical support

Regulatory and safety information

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● Battery disposal information

● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits

Electrical and mechanical safety information

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Resources For information about

Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet

This booklet is provided with your computer.

HP Web site

To access this Web site, go to

support.

Limited Warranty*

To access the warranty:

Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides > View Warranty Information.

– or –

http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.

Go to

*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed copy from

North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA

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● Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy

Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507

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http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:

http://www.hp.com/

HP support telephone numbers

Support information

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● Ordering parts and finding additional help

Accessories available for the device

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Warranty information

When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product number, warranty period (found on your service label), name, and postal address.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. product support, go to

go/contactHP. For worldwide product support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.

http://www.hp.com/

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2 Getting to know your computer

Top

TouchPad

Component Description

(1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.

(2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the

(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.

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screen.

Lights

NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Component Description

(1)

(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

(3)

(4)

(5) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off.

Power light

Web browser light

Wireless light

On: The computer is on.

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● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

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On: The computer is on.

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● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

White: An integrated wireless device, such as a

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wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.

Amber: All wireless devices are off.

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Off: The TouchPad is on.

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Components Description

(1)

(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

(3)

(4)

(5) TouchPad light

Power light ● On: The computer is on.

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

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Web browser light ● On: The computer is on.

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

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Wireless light ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a

wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on

● Amber: All wireless devices are off.

Amber: The TouchPad is off.

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● Off: TouchPad is on.

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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)

NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Component Description

(1)

(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

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

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

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briefly to exit Hibernation.

If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.

CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button

will result in the loss of unsaved information.

To learn more about your power settings:

Select Start > Control Panel > System and

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Security > Power Options.

● Refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

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Component Description

(3)

(4)

(5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a

Web browser button Opens the default Web browser.

Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a

wireless connection.

password logon.

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Component Description

(1)

(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

(3)

Power button

Web browser button Opens the default Web browser.

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

initiate Sleep.

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.

If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.

CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button

will result in the loss of unsaved information.

To learn more about your power settings:

Select Start > Control Panel > System and

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Security > Power Options.

● Refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

(4)

(5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a

Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a

wireless connection.

password logon.

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Keys

NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Component Description

(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination

(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in

(3)

(4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in

(5) Embedded numeric keypad keys When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an

(6)

(7) num lk key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when

Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.

Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.

with the fn key.

combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys. For more information, see

pointing devices on page 26.

combination with the fn key. For more information, see

Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26.

external numeric keypad.

Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.

pressed in combination with the fn key.

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Component Description

(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination

(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed

(3)

(4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in

(5)

(6) num lk key Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions

(7) Integrated numeric keypad Can be used like an external numeric keypad.

Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.

Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.

with the fn key.

in combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys. For more information, see

pointing devices on page 26.

combination with the fn key. For more information, see

Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26.

on the integrated numeric keypad.

Keyboard and

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Front

Component Description

(1)

(2) Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats:

(3)

Drive light

Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

White: The hard drive is being accessed.

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● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the

hard drive.

NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, refer

to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

● Memory Stick PRO

● Memory Stick PRO Duo (needs an adapter)

● MultiMediaCard (MMC)

MultiMediaCardplus (MMC+)

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Secure Digital (SD) Card

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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card

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Secure Digital Extra Capacity (SDXC) Card

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earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust

the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the

Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices

(4)

Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo

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NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the

computer speakers are disabled.

array microphone, or monaural microphone.

Right

NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Component Description

(1)

(2)

(3) Optical drive (select models only) Reads an optical disc.

(4) Optical drive light (select models only)

(5) Optical drive eject button (select models

(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

(7)

USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device. For more information

about USB devices, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device. For more information

only)

AC adapter/battery light ● White: The computer is connected to external power

about USB devices, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to

an optical disc.

On: The optical drive is being accessed.

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● Off: The optical drive is idle.

Releases the optical drive disc tray.

and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.

● Amber: The computer is connected to external power

and the battery is charged from 0 to 90 percent.

Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available

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power source has reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.

Off: The battery is fully charged.

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