HP Compaq Mini CQ10-610CA PC, Compaq Mini CQ10-688NR PC, Compaq Mini CQ10-689NR PC Getting Started Guide

HP Mini and Compaq Mini

Getting Started

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First Edition: November 2010

Document Part Number: 634053-001

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

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

2 Getting to know your computer

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

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

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

Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 6

Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 7

Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 9

Display ................................................................................................................................................ 10

Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ 11

3 HP QuickWeb (select models only)

Enabling HP QuickWeb ...................................................................................................................... 13

Starting HP QuickWeb ....................................................................................................................... 13

Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar ................................................................................................. 14

Identifying the QuickWeb control icons .............................................................................. 14

Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar icons ....................................................................... 14

Identifying the QuickWeb notification icons ....................................................................... 15

Configuring the network ..................................................................................................................... 16

Starting Microsoft Windows ................................................................................................................ 17

Turning HP QuickWeb on and off ....................................................................................................... 17

4 Networking

Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................ 18

Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 19

Connecting to an existing WLAN ....................................................................................... 19

Setting up a new WLAN network ....................................................................................... 19

Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 20

Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 20

5 Keyboard and pointing devices

Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 21

Identifying the hotkey ......................................................................................................... 21

Identifying the action keys ................................................................................................. 21

Using keypads ................................................................................................................... 22

Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 23

Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 23

Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 23

Navigating ......................................................................................................... 24

Selecting ........................................................................................................... 25

Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 25

6 Maintenance

Replacing the battery ......................................................................................................................... 29

Inserting the battery ........................................................................................................... 29

Removing the battery ......................................................................................................... 30

Removing or replacing the vanity cover ............................................................................................. 31

Removing the vanity cover ................................................................................................ 31

Replacing the vanity cover ................................................................................................. 31

Replacing the hard drive .................................................................................................................... 33

Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... 33

Installing a hard drive ......................................................................................................... 33

Replacing the memory module ........................................................................................................... 34

Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 37

Routine care ....................................................................................................................................... 37

Cleaning the display .......................................................................................................... 37

Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................................. 37

Scrolling ............................................................................................ 26

Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. 26

Rotating ............................................................................................ 27

7 Backup and recovery

Recovery discs ................................................................................................................................... 38

Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 39

Recovering using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ........................... 39

Recovering using the recovery discs ................................................................................. 41

Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 41

Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................ 41

Using system restore points .............................................................................................. 42

When to create restore points ........................................................................... 42

Create a system restore point ........................................................................... 42

Restore to a previous date and time ................................................................. 42

8 Customer support

Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. 43

Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 44

9 Specifications

Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 45

Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 46

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 47

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1Welcome

Finding information

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

Set up HP QuickWeb (select models only)—Immediately access your music, digital photos, and

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the Web without launching your main operating system. For more information, refer to

HP QuickWeb (select models only) on page 12.

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

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Internet. For more information, refer to

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

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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 18.

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

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computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 21 for additional information.

Create recovery discs—Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case

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of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to

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.

Backup and recovery on page 38.

Getting to know your

Finding information

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

Resources For information about

Quick Setup poster

HP Notebook Reference Guide

To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

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 the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

Safety & Comfort Guide

How to set up the computer

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Help to identify computer components

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Power management features

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How to maximize battery life

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How to use the multimedia features of the computer

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How to protect the computer

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How to care for the computer

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How to update the software

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Operating system information

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Software, driver, and BIOS updates

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Troubleshooting tools

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How to access technical support

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Regulatory and safety information

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Battery disposal information

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Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits

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To access this guide:

Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

– or –

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

Go to

Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet

This booklet is provided with your computer.

HP Web site

To access this Web site, go to

support.

http://www.hp.com/

Electrical and mechanical safety information

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HP support telephone numbers

Support information

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Ordering parts and finding additional help

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Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates

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Accessories available for the device

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Resources For information about

Limited Warranty*

To access the warranty:

Select Start > Help and Support > HP Warranty.

– or –

Go to

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

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

orderdocuments or write to HP at: Hewlett Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA; Hewlett Packard,

POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy; Hewlett Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507. Please include your product name, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name and postal address.

Warranty information

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

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Top

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Front

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Right side

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Left side

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Display

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Bottom

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Top

TouchPad

Component Description

(1) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.

(2) TouchPad button Functions like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.

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Lights

Component Description

(1) Caps lock light

(2) Mute light

(3) Wireless light

White: Caps lock is on.

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Off: Caps lock is off.

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Amber: Computer sound is off.

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Off: Computer sound is on.

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White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless

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

Amber: All wireless devices are off.

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Keys

Component Description

Front

(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, or the esc key.

(3) Windows® logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.

(4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.

(5) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.

Component Description

Speakers (2) Produce sound.

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Right side

Component Description

(1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats:

Memory Stick

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Memory Stick Pro

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MultiMediaCard

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Secure Digital (SD) Card

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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card

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Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory

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Card

(2) Power light

(3) Power switch

(4) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.

White: The computer is on.

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Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.

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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

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When the computer is off, slide the switch to turn on the

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computer.

When the computer is on, slide the switch briefly to

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initiate Sleep.

When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the

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switch briefly to exit Sleep.

When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the switch

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briefly to exit Hibernation.

If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, slide and hold the power switch 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.

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Component Description

(5) Security cable slot Attaches 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.

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

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Left side

Component Description

(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

(2) AC/battery light

(3) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

(4) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.

(5) Drive light

(6) USB port Connects an optional USB device.

(7) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in

(microphone) jack

Off: The computer is running on battery power.

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Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low or critical

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battery level or there is a battery error.

Amber: A battery is charging.

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White: The computer is connected to external power

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and the battery is fully charged.

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.

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

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Connects 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, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.

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

computer speakers are disabled.

NOTE: The audio component must have a 4-conductor

connector.

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Display

Component Description

(1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

local area networks (WLAN).

(2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

wide-area networks (WWAN).

(3) Internal microphone Records sound.

(4) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.

To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam.

(5) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.

*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, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.

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