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First Edition: July 2012
Document Part Number: 679384-001
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
contact 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).
Full-size keyboard with separate numeric keypad and TouchPad scroll zone
zone (select models only)
TouchPad buttons, and scroll zone
(pinch)
AC adapter with localized cable plug support (3-wire plug with ground pin,
supports 3-pin DC connector):
200W SLIM Smart AC Adapter
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150W SLIM Smart AC Adapter
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120W SLIM Smart AC Adapter
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Support for 9-cell (73 Wh) polymer HP ST09 Extended Life Battery (does not
support HP Fast Charge)
Support for 9-cell (100 Wh) cylindrical HP BB09 Ultra-Capacity Extended
Life Battery (does not support HP Fast Charge)
HP Fast Charge Technology
Security
Full volume encryption
Integrated smart card reader
Security cable slot
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) V.1.2
Preboot authentication (password, smart card)
Operating systemPreinstalled operating systems:
Windows 7 Professional 64
Windows 7 Professional 32
Windows 7 Home Premium 64
FreeDOS
Integrated fingerprint reader
Microsoft® Office preinstalled with operating system:
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CategoryDescription
Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft® Office 2010 Starter
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office 2010 Starter
SRDVD Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
SRDVD SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED)
Restore Media:
Windows 7 Professional 64
Windows 7 Professional 32
Windows 7 Home Premium 64
DRDVD Windows 7
Windows XP Professional 64 (available to service only)
Windows XP Professional 32
Windows XP Professional 64
Windows 7 Enterprise 32
Windows 7 Enterprise 64
Windows 7 Ultimate 32
Web download:
Web-only support:
Windows 7 Ultimate 64
Microsoft WHQL
SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED) SP2 64 bit
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 6.x 64 bit
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Hard drive/SSD
Memory module
Optical drive
Mini-PCI components (WLAN, WWAN, SIM)
Keyboard
Certified:
6Chapter 1 Product description
2External Component Identification
Top
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
Left pointing stick buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(1)
Center pointing stick buttonFunctions like the center button on an external mouse.
(2)
Pointing stickMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
(3)
Right pointing stick buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(4)
Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5)
Center TouchPad buttonFunctions like the center button on an external mouse.
(6)
Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(7)
TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
(8)
TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off when it is double-tapped.
(9)
screen.
screen.
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Lights
ComponentDescription
TouchPad light
(1)
Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(2)
(3)
Num lk lightOn: Num lk is on.
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Power light
Wireless light
Mute light
Web browser light
Calculator light
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Amber: The TouchPad is off.
Off: The TouchPad is on.
On: The computer is on.
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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: Computer sound is off.
Off: Computer sound is on.
On: The computer is on.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
On: The calculator function is on.
Blinking: The calculator has been activated.
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Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
Power button
Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
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: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
computer.
To learn more about your power settings:
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Select Start > Control Panel > System and
Security > Power Options.
For more information, see the HP Notebook Reference
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Guide.
wireless connection.
(3)
Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
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ComponentDescription
(4)
(5)
(6)
TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off when it is double-tapped.
(7)
Web browser buttonWhen Windows is running, press the button to open the
default Web browser.
Calculator buttonActivates the calculator function.
Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
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Keys
ComponentDescription
esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
(1)
with the fn key.
Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
(2)
combination with the fn key. .
NOTE: fn12 is for models with backlit keyboards.
fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
(3)
combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key,
or other keys.
(4)
(5)
Integrated numeric keypadWhen num lk has been enabled, it can be used like an
(6)
num lk keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions
(7)
Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
external numeric keypad. To alternate between this numeric
function and the navigational function (indicated by the
directional arrows on the keys), press the num lk key.
on the integrated numeric keypad.
Top
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Front
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Wireless lightTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not
establish a wireless connection.
Power light
AC adapter/Battery light
Hard drive 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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Amber: The computer is connected to external
●
power and the battery is charged from 0 to 90
percent.
White: The computer is connected to external
●
power and the battery is charged from 90 to 99
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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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked
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the hard drive.
NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard,
see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
(5)
Display release latchOpens the computer.
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ComponentDescription
(6)
(7)
Media Card ReaderSupports the following digital card formats:
Upgrade bay (optical drive shown)The upgrade bay can hold a protective insert, a hard drive,
(6)
Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, earbuds, 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, see the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
USB 3.0 ports (2)Connect optional USB 3.0 compatible devices and provide
enhanced USB power performance.
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
or an optical drive that reads an optical disc.
NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to
an optical disc.
Optical drive eject button (select models
(7)
only)
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Releases the disc tray.
Left
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
Vents (2)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
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.
DisplayPortConnects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
eSATA/USB 2.0 combo portConnects an optional high-performance eSATA component,
such as an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an
optional USB device.
USB 2.0 portConnects an optional USB device. For more information
about USB devices, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
USB charging portConnects an optional USB 2.0 compatible device
(8)
(9)
1394 portConnects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as
a camcorder.
HP ExpressCard slotSupports optional ExpressCards.
Left
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Rear
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
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Display
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
*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, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, andEnvironmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
WLAN antennas (3)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
WWAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide area networks (WWAN).
Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
Webcam (select models only)Records video and captures still photographs.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >Communication and Chat>HP Webcam.
Display
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Bottom
ComponentDescription
Battery bayHolds the battery.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Accessory battery connectorConnects an optional accessory battery.
(4)
Docking connectorConnects an optional docking device.
(5)
(6)
Vents (4)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(7)
SIM slotSupports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM).
The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay.
Battery release latchReleases the battery.
Service door release latchReleases the service door from the computer.
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.
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ComponentDescription
(8)
(9)
Bluetooth compartmentContains a Bluetooth device (select models only).
Service doorProvides access to the hard drive, the wireless LAN
(WLAN) module slot, the WWAN module slot, 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
description provided on the service tag.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Product nameThe name affixed to the front of the computer.
Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to
each product.
Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about
the product's hardware components. The part number
helps a service technician to determine what
components and parts are needed.
Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty