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First Edition: November 2011
Document Part Number: 680689-001
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).
Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Front ................................................................................................................................................... 12
Left side .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Right side ........................................................................................................................................... 14
3 Illustrated parts catalog ............................................................................................................................... 16
Service tag ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Computer major components ............................................................................................................. 17
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 104
supporting HD decode, DX11, and
HDMI on computer models equipped
with an AMD A8-3520M processor
AMD Radeon HD 6520G graphics
●
supporting HD decode, DX11, and
HDMI on computer models equipped
with an AMD A6-3420M processor
●AMD Radeon HD 6480G graphics
supporting HD decode, DX11, and
HDMI on computer models equipped
with an AMD A4-3305M or A4-3320M
processor
●AMD Radeon HD 6380G graphics
supporting HD decode, DX11 and HDMI
on computer models equipped with an
AMD E2-3000M processor
Internal graphics:
Intel HD Graphics 3000, on computer
●
models equipped with an Intel Core i7,
Intel Core i5, or Intel Core i3 processor;
supports DX10
Intel HD Graphics, on computer models
●
equipped with an Intel Pentium
processor; supports DX10
Switchable discrete graphics:
AMD Radeon HD 7450M with 1024 MB
●
of dedicated video memory (128 MB ×
16 DDR3 @ 900 MHz × 4 PCs), 64 bit
S3 package, muxless switchable,
supports HD Decode, DX11, HDMI. and
Bus Alive/Chip Off (BACO)
AMD Radeon HD 7450M with 512 MB of
●
dedicated video memory (64 MB ×
16 DDR3 @ 900 MHz × 4 PCs), 64 bit
S3 package, muxless switchable,
supports HD Decode, DX11, HDMI, and
BACO
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2Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Switchable discrete graphics:
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 7450M with
●
1024 MB of discrete video memory
(128 MB × 16 DDR3 @ 900 MHz ×
4 PCs), 64 bit S3 package,
muxless switchable, supports HD
Decode, DX11, HDMI, and BACO
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 7450M with
●
512 MB of discrete video memory
(64 MB × 16 DDR3 @ 900 MHz ×
4 PCs), 64 bit S3 package,
muxless switchable, supports HD
Decode, DX11, HDMI, and BACO
Dual graphics:
AMD Radeon HD 6620G+7450M Dual
●
Graphics for computer models equipped
with an AMD Radeon HD 7450M
graphics card and an AMD A8-3520M
processor
AMD Radeon HD 6520G+7450M Dual
●
Graphics for computer models equipped
with an AMD Radeon HD 7450M
graphics card and an AMD A6-3420M
processor
AMD Radeon HD 6480G+7450M Dual
●
Graphics for computer models equipped
with an AMD Radeon HD 7450M
graphics card and an AMD A4-3320M or
AMD A4-3305 processor
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Panel43.9 cm (17.3 in), high-definition+ (HD+),
LED, SVA BrightView (1600×900) display;
typical brightness: 200 cd/m
2
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All display assemblies include 2 wireless
local area network (WLAN) antenna cables
Supports 16:9 wide aspect ratio
Memory2 customer-accessible/upgradable memory
√√
module slots
Supports dual-channel memory√√
Supports up to 8192 MB of system RAM√√
DDR3/1333 MHz (DDR3-1600 (1 GB / 2 GB /
√√
4 GB / 8 GB) memory modules supported as
an alternative source for DDR3-1333 )
3
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Supports:
Supports 8192 MB total system memory
●
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(4096×2)
●6144 MB total system memory (4096×1
+ 2048×1)
5120 MB total system memory (4096×1
●
+ 1024×2)
●4096 MB total system memory (4096×1
or 2048×2)
2048 MB total system memory (2048×1)
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Hard drivesSupports 6.35 cm (2.5 in) hard drives in
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9.5 mm (.37 in), and 7.0 mm (.28
in) thicknesses
Customer-accessible√√
Serial ATA√√
Supports the following configurations:
750 GB, 5400 rpm (9.5 mm)
●
640 GB, 5400 rpm (9.5 mm)
●
500 GB, 7200 rpm and 5400 rpm (9.5
●
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mm)
320 GB, 7200 rpm and 5400 rpm (both
●
7.0 mm and 9.5 mm)
160 GB solid-state drive (SSD), 6.35 cm
●
(2.5 in)
Optical driveFixed√√
Serial ATA√√
12.7 mm tray load√√
Blu-ray Disc (BD) ROM DVD±R/RW Super
Multi Double-Layer Drive
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-
Layer Combo Drive
Audio and videoSingle digital microphone√√
HD audio√√
HP-branded Altec/Lansing speakers√√
Supports Microsoft
HP VGA webcam (fixed, no tilt with activity
LED, 640×480 by 24 frames per second
EthernetIntegrated 10/100 network
interface card (NIC)
4Chapter 1 Product description
®
Premium requirements
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CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
WirelessIntegrated 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 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi
●
and 3012 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter
(select models with Intel processors)
Broadcom 4313 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi
●
and 2070 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo
adapter (BT3.0+HS ready) (select
models with AMD processors)
Adapter, Sound Blaster half-mini card
(select models with Intel processors)
Support for the following WLAN formats:
Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1030
●
WLAN module, 802.11b/g/n and
Bluetooth Combo Adapter
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External media
card
HP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader
supports the following digital card formats:
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
●
Memory Card
Secure Digital Extended Capacity
●
(SDXC) Memory Card
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●
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CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Ports
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Smart-Pin AC power adapter
●
Audio-in (mono microphone)
●
Audio-out (stereo headphone)
●
HDMI version 1.4 supporting up to
●
1080p, 1920 ×1200 @ 60Hz and 1920
×1200 @ 60Hz in DVI mode
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and
●
activity lights)
USB 2.0 (3 ports)
●
VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting:
●
2048×1536 external resolution @
◦
75 Hz (on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor)
1920×1600 external resolution @
◦
60 Hz (on computer models
equipped with an AMD processor)
Hot plug and unplug and auto-
◦
detection for correct output to wideaspect vs. standard aspect video
Full-size textured pocket keyboard with full
numeric keypad
√√
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TouchPad with multi-touch gestures, 2-finger
Taps enabled by default√√
Power
requirements
Support for the following batteries:
SecuritySecurity cable slot√√
scrolling, and pinch-zoom enabled
90 W AC adapter with localized cable plug
support (3-wire plug with ground pin,
supports 3-pin DC connector), for use only
with computer models equipped with a
graphics subsystem with discrete video
memory
65 W AC adapter with localized cable plug
support (3-wire plug with ground pin,
supports 3-pin DC connector), for use only
with computer models equipped with a
graphics subsystem with Uniform Memory
Access (UMA) video memory
6-cell, 55 Whr, 2.55 Ah Li-ion battery for
●
use with select computer models only
●6-cell, 47 Whr, 2.20 Ah Li-ion battery
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6Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Operating systemPreinstalled:
●
Microsoft Windows
®
7 Home Basic 64
bit
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
●
●FreeDOS
Preinstalled:
Windows 7 Home Professional 64 bit
●
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
●
Battery
●
●Hard drive or SSD
Memory modules (2)
●
Optical drive
●
WLAN module
●
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2External component identification
Top
Button
Component Description
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.
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.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control
Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or refer to the HP
Notebook Reference Guide.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
Item ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
(2)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
(3)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7) Integrated numeric
Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
QuickWeb key
Windows applications
key
keypad
the fn key.
the esc key.
When the computer is off or in Hibernation mode, press the
●
button to open HP QuickWeb.
When the computer is in Windows press the button to open
●
the default Web browser.
When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the button to
●
open the default Web browser.
Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Can be used like an external numeric keypad.
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Lights
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad light
(2)Caps lock light
(3)Power light●White: the computer is on.
(4)Wireless light●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
(5)Num lock light
Amber: the TouchPad is off.
●
Off: the TouchPad is on.
●
White: Caps lock is on.
●
Off: Caps lock is off.
●
Blinking white: the computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: the computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
White: The numeric functions on the integrated
●
numeric keypad are active.
Off: The navigational functions on the integrated
●
numeric keypad are active.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
TouchPad
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad light
(2)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap
(3)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on
(4)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions 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.
●
On: the TouchPad is on.
●
the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on
and off.
the screen.
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Display
ItemComponentDescription
Front
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate
with WLANs.
(2)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs. To use
the webcam, select Start > All Programs > CyberLink
YouCam.
(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. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safetyand Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
ComponentDescription
Speakers (2)Produce sound.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Left side
Item ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Vents (2)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
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.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition
television, or any compatible digital or audio component.
USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
Audio-out (headphone) jacks
(2)
microphone, or monaural microphone.
Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers,
headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
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 andEnvironmental Notices.
(8)Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) Memory Card
●
●MultiMediaCard
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Item ComponentDescription
(9)
(10)
Right side
Item ComponentDescription
(1)Optical driveReads and writes to an optical disc.
(2)Optical drive lightBlinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
Drive lightBlinking white: the hard drive is being accessed.
Power light
White: The computer is on.
●
Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
(3)Optical drive eject buttonOpens the optical drive.
(4)
(5)AC adapter light●White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery
(6)
(7)
USB portConnects an optional USB device.
is fully charged.
Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level.
●
Amber: A battery is charging.
●
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
Security cable slotConnects an optional security cable.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may
not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
Bottom
Item ComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)
(3)Vents (4)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(4)
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
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.
Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive, the WLAN module, and the memory
module slots.
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 technical support through Help and Support.
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3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
number provided on the service tag.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(1)Product nameThis is the model name for the computer.
(2)Serial numberThis alphanumeric identifier is unique to each
(3)Product numberThis is the alphanumeric identifier needed to locate
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty
(5)Model numberThis is the alphanumeric identifier needed to locate
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
product.
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
The product number helps a service technician
determine what components and parts are needed.
period for the computer.
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
Computer major components
Computer major components17
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)43.9 mm (17.3 in), high definition (HD), light-emitting diode (LED), BrightView display assembly (includes
webcam, two microphones, and wireless antenna transceivers and cables)
Butter gold640223-001
Charcoal gray640226-001
Pewter640227-001
NOTE: For more display assembly spare part information, see
(2)Keyboard, black (includes keyboard cable):
For use in Belgium640208-A41
For use in Bulgaria (for use only with computer models equipped with an
Intel processor)
For use in Canada640208-121
For use in the Czech Republic (for use only with computer models equipped with an
AMD processor)
For use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway640208-DH1
For use in France640208-051
For use in Germany640208-041
For use in Greece640208-DJ1
For use in Hungary640208-211
For use internationally640208-B31
For use in Israel640208-BB1
For use in Italy640208-061
For use in Portugal640208-131
Display assembly subcomponents on page 23.
640208-261
640208-221
For use in Russia640208-251
For use in Saudi Arabia640208-171
For use in Slovenia640208-BA1
For use in Spain640208-071
For use in Switzerland640208-BG1
For use in Turkey640208-141
For use in the United Kingdom640208-031
For use in the United States640208-001
(3)Top cover (includes TouchPad and TouchPad cable):