HP Compaq nx6315, Compaq nx6325 Getting Started Guide

Getting Started
HP Compaq Notebook PC
Document Part Number: 407945-001
May 2006
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, and begin using the computer in Microsoft® Windows®.
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Getting Started HP Compaq Notebook PC First Edition: May 2006 Document Part Number: 407945-001

Contents

1 First-time setup
Identify required hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Set up the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3
Step 1: Insert the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Step 2: Connect the computer to external power. . . . 1–5
Step 3: Turn on the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6
Step 4: Set up the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended) . . . . . 1–8
2 Next steps
Install additional hardware and software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Identify and install hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Locate and install software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Protect the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Protect the computer from viruses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Protect your system files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Protect your privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Protect the computer from power surges . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Use the computer safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Connect to a computer network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Update your software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Locate the user guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8
Turn off the computer correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8
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Contents
3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Quick troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
The computer is unable to start up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
The computer screen is blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Software is functioning abnormally . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
The computer is turned on but not responding . . . . . 3–4
The computer is unusually warm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
An external device is not working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
The home wireless network connection is
not working
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Help and Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Prepare to contact Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Contact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone. . . . . 3–8
A Notebook tour
Top components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–2
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–2
TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–4
Buttons, switches and readers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–7
Front components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–8
Rear components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–9
Right-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–10
Left-side components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–11
Bottom components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–12
WLAN antennae (select models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–14
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Contents
B Connect to the Internet from your home
Choose an ISP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1
Use the New Connection Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1
Choose the type of Internet connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–2
C Backup and recovery
Safeguarding your information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1
Backing up the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1
Backing up specific files or folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2
Backing up the entire system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
Backing up modifications made to the system . . . . . C–4
Scheduling backups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
Creating recovery discs (highly recommended) . . . . C–6
Performing a recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–7
D Specifications
Operating environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D–1
Rated input power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D–2
Index
Getting Started v

First-time setup

Identify required hardware

To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the computer, AC adapter, power cord, and the primary battery.
Components included with the computer may vary by region
and by model.
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Getting Started 1–1
First-time setup
Component
1 Power cord 3 Modem cable (optional for setup)
2 HP Smart AC Adapter 4 Primary battery
Use only the included AC adapter or one approved for this
computer.
Unless you use dial-up networking, the modem cable is
optional for setup.
1–2 Getting Started

Set up the computer

To set up the computer, you will
1. Insert the battery into the computer.
2. Connect the computer to external power.
The battery begins to charge.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. Set up the software.
5. Create recovery discs (recommended).
Refer to Appendix C, “Backup and recovery,” for
instructions.
CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and to ensure that the correct drivers
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are installed:
Do not set up the computer for the first time while the computer is
docked in an optional docking device.
During the hardware and software setup procedures: Do not unplug the computer from external power. Do not shut down the computer or initiate standby or
hibernation.
First-time setup
Getting Started 1–3
First-time setup

Step 1: Insert the battery

To insert a primary battery:
1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you.
2. Slide the battery 1 into the battery bay until it is seated.
The battery release latch 2 automatically locks the battery into place.
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First-time setup

Step 2: Connect the computer to external power

Power cords and AC outlets vary in appearance by region and
country.
To connect the computer to external AC power:
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2.
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3.
Getting Started 1–5
First-time setup
When the computer receives AC power, the battery begins to charge and the battery light (on the front of the computer) is turned on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light is turned off.
Leave the computer connected to external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light is turned off.
A partially charged new battery can run the computer after
software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery has been fully charged.

Step 3: Turn on the computer

To open the computer:
1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display.
2. Raise the display 2.
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First-time setup
3. Press the power button 1.
The power light next to the power button 2 and the power light on the front of the computer 3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin software setup.
Getting Started 1–7
First-time setup

Step 4: Set up the software

After the computer is turned on, it will go through a brief software setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the software. Note the following:
After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete
the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time varies.
During software setup, the computer may pause periodically
for several minutes. These normal pauses are indicated by an hourglass icon.
CAUTION: If you are prompted to select an operating system language
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before the “Welcome to Windows” page is displayed, choose carefully. On some models, the languages that you do not choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored during software setup.
To register the operating system and the computer, you must
be connected to the Internet. For more information about connecting to the Internet, refer to “ If you do not register during software setup, you can do so at any time after software setup is complete.
Appendix B” in this guide.

Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended)

After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and restore the operating system and software applications to factory settings in case of system failure or instability.
Refer to Appendix C, “Backup and recovery,” for detailed instructions.
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Next steps

Install additional hardware and software

Identify and install hardware

To see a list of hardware installed on 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.
To install additional hardware, such as an optional printer, follow the instructions provided by the hardware manufacturer to install the device and any required drivers.
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Getting Started 2–1
Next steps

Locate and install software

The computer includes software that may be
Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the
ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer:
1. Click Start > All Programs.
2. Double-click the program you want to open.
Provided on a CD or DVD. To install a software program
from a disc:
1. Insert the disc into your optical drive.
2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen
instructions.
3. Restart the computer if prompted to do so.
Preloaded software. This is software provided on the hard
drive, but not ready to use. To locate or install preloaded software or drivers:
1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions and select the check box
next to the software program or driver you want to install.
For details about using software included with the computer,
refer to the software manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided on disc, as online Help files, or on the manufacturer’s Web site.
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Protect the computer

The information in this section is designed to protect the computer from damage caused by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or unsafe operation.

Protect the computer from viruses

When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses that can disable the operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them to function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases, repair any damage they have caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be kept up to date.
Norton AntiVirus is preinstalled on the computer. For information about using the Norton AntiVirus software, click Start > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > Help and Support.
For more information about computer viruses, type viruses in the Search field in the Help and Support Center.
Next steps

Protect your system files

The HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality. Refer to Appendix C, “ information.
Getting Started 2–3
Backup and recovery,” for additional
Next steps

Protect your privacy

When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you or the computer.
To optimize the privacy protection features included with the computer:
Keep the operating system and software updated. Many
software applications contain security enhancements.
Use a firewall. A firewall is software that monitors incoming
traffic on the computer. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic.

Protect the computer from power surges

To protect the computer from the power surges that may be caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm:
Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality
surge protector. Surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers.
During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery
power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord.
If applicable to your location, provide surge protection on the
modem cable that connects the modem to a telephone line. Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronic retailers in some regions.
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Use the computer safely

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
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your equipment:
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible
at all times.
Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord
from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer).
If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug
the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is an important safety feature.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and
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Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for computer users. The Safety and Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is available on the Web at and in the Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
Next steps
http://www.hp.com/ergo
Getting Started 2–5
Next steps
WARNING: To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not
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block the air vents or use the computer on your lap for extended periods. The computer is designed to run demanding applications at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the computer to feel warm or hot when used continuously. The computer complies with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, only the AC adapter
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or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP should be used with the computer.
For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

Connect to a computer network

The computer may have the following networking capabilities:
Local area network (LAN)
Wireless local area network (WLAN)
Bluetooth®
If you plan to connect the computer to a home office LAN or WLAN, refer to the Help and Support Center for information on networking. If you need assistance to connect to a company LAN or WLAN, contact your network administrator.
The computer display must be open before you can connect to
a wireless network.
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If the computer has a Bluetooth device, you can create a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as computers, telephones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. For information on using a Bluetooth device refer to the Bluetooth Getting Started guide in the Help and Support Center.
For information on connecting the computer to the Internet
when you are not connected to a network, refer to Appendix B, “Connect to the Internet from your home.”

Update your software

Most software, including the operating system, is updated frequently by the manufacturer or provider. Important updates to the software included with the computer may have been released since the computer left the factory.
Some updates may affect the way the computer responds to optional software or external devices. Many updates provide security enhancements.
Update the operating system and other software provided on the computer as soon as the computer is connected to the Internet.
To access update links for the operating system and other software provided on the computer:
Next steps
» Select Start > Help and Support.
Getting Started 2–7
Next steps

Locate the user guides

User guides, regulatory and safety notices, and other resources that provide information about using the computer are available through the Help and Support Center (select Start > Help and Support > User Guides), or on a User Guides disc included with some models.
For more information about resources and support, refer to Chapter 3, “
Troubleshooting.”

Turn off the computer correctly

Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure:
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.
If you have been registered to a network domain, the button
you click will be called Shut Down instead of Turn Off Computer.
If you are unable to turn off the computer with these procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:
CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of
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unsaved information.
1. Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, select Shut Down > Turn Off.
2. Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
3. Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.
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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting resources

If you experience computer problems, follow the troubleshooting steps below:
1. Refer to “Quick troubleshooting,” next in this chapter.
2. Access additional information about the computer and Web site links through the Help and Support Center. Select Start > Help and Support.
Although many checkup and repair tools require an Internet
connection, other tools can help you fix a problem when the computer is offline.
3. Contact Customer Care for further assistance.
3

Quick troubleshooting

The computer is unable to start up

To turn on the computer, press the power button. When the computer is turned on, the power light is turned on.
If the computer and the power light are not turned on when you press the power button, adequate power may not be available to the computer.
Getting Started 3–1
Troubleshooting
The suggestions below may help you determine why the computer will not start up:
If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, be sure that the
AC outlet is providing adequate power by plugging another electrical device into the outlet.
If the power light on the front of the computer is blinking
rapidly, replace the AC adapter with one having a higher power rating, and then plug the adapter into an AC outlet.
If the computer is running on battery power or is plugged into
an external power source other than an AC outlet, plug the computer into an AC outlet using the AC adapter. Be sure the power cord and AC adapter connections are secure.
If the computer is running on battery power: Remove the primary battery and optional accessory
If the battery light on the front of the computer is blinking,
Use only the included AC adapter or one approved for this computer.
battery (if applicable) and plug the computer into an AC outlet using the AC adapter. If you can turn the computer on, one of the batteries may need to be replaced.
the battery has reached a low-battery condition, which may not allow the computer to start up. Plug the computer to an AC outlet using the AC adapter to start the computer and allow the battery to charge.
3–2 Getting Started

The computer screen is blank

If the computer is on but the screen is blank, the computer may be in standby or hibernation, may not be set to display the image on the computer screen, or the display switch may not be functioning properly.
Try the suggestions below to resolve the issue:
To resume from standby or restore from hibernation,
briefly press the power button.
Standby and hibernation are energy-saving features that can turn off the display. Standby and hibernation can be initiated by the system while the computer is on but not in use, or when the computer has reached a low-battery condition. To change these and other power settings, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options.
To transfer the image to the computer screen, press fn+f4.
On most models, when an optional external display device, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer, the image can be displayed on the computer screen or the external display, or on both devices simultaneously. When you press
fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer
display, one or more external display devices, and simultaneous displays on all devices.
Press the display switch on the computer to be sure that it
moves freely.
Troubleshooting
The display switch is normally located on the upper-left corner of the keyboard.
Getting Started 3–3
Troubleshooting

Software is functioning abnormally

If the software becomes unresponsive or responds abnormally:
Restart the computer: In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off
Computer > Restart.
In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off
Computer > Restart > OK. (If you have been registered
to a domain, the button you click will be called Shut Down instead of Turn Off Computer.)
If you cannot restart the computer using these procedures, refer to the next section, “
responding.”
Run a virus scan. For information about using the antivirus
resources on the computer, refer to “
from viruses” in Chapter 2, “Next steps.”
The computer is turned on but not
Protect the computer

The computer is turned on but not responding

If the computer is turned on, but not responding to software or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure:
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by
selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.
If you have been registered to a network domain, the button
you click will be called Shut Down instead of Turn Off Computer.
3–4 Getting Started
If you are unable to shut down the computer with these procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:
CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of
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unsaved information.
1. Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, select Shut Down > Turn Off.
2. Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
3. Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.

The computer is unusually warm

It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it is in use. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it may be overheating because a vent is blocked.
If you suspect that the computer is overheating, allow the computer to cool to room temperature. Then be sure to keep all vents free from obstructions while you are using the computer.
Troubleshooting
CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the
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computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as such as an adjoining printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
The fan in the computer 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.
Getting Started 3–5
Troubleshooting

An external device is not working

If an external device does not function as expected:
Turn on the device as instructed in the device user guide.
Some devices may not be powered by the computer, and must be turned on before the computer is turned on.
Be sure that All device connections are secure. The device is receiving electrical power. The device, especially if it is an older one, is compatible
with your operating system. For compatibility information, refer to the device manufacturer’s Web site.
The correct drivers are installed and updated. Drivers may
be available on a CD included with the device or on the device manufacturer’s Web site. For more information about updating drivers, select Start > Help and Support.

The home wireless network connection is not working

If a home wireless network connection is not working as expected:
Be sure that the wireless light on the computer is on. If the
light is off, press the wireless button to turn it on.
Be sure that the computer wireless antennae are free from
obstructions.
Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord are
properly connected, and the lights are on.
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Be sure that the wireless router (access point) is properly
connected to its power adapter and the cable modem, and the lights are on.
Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power
off and then back on.
For information on setting up a home wireless network connection,
visit
http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless

Help and Support Center

If the preceding questions and solutions did not address your problem, access the Help and Support Center by selecting Start > Help and Support. In addition to providing information about your operating system, the Help and Support Center provides
Information about the computer, such as model and serial
number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications.
Answers to questions about using the computer.
Troubleshooting
(English only).
Product information to help you learn to use the computer
and operating system features.
Updates for the operating system, device drivers, and
software provided on the computer.
Checkups for computer functionality.
Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions,
and system recovery procedures.
Links to community forums of IT experts.

Customer Care

If you are unable to find the help you need by using the Help and Support Center, you may need to contact Customer Care.
Getting Started 3–7
Troubleshooting

Prepare to contact Customer Care

For the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have the computer and the following information available when you call or e-mail:
Product name located on the display or keyboard.
Serial number (s/n) listed on the service tag. The service tag label is on the bottom of the computer. To display the service tag information on the computer
screen, select Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer.
Date the computer was purchased.
Conditions under which the problem occurred.
Error messages that have been displayed.
The manufacturer and model of the printer or other
accessories connected to the computer.
Operating system version number and registration number.
To display the operating system version number and registration number, select Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer. (On some models, the registration number may be identified in the Operating System table as the Product Id).

Contact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone

If the computer is connected to the Internet, select Start > Help and Support to get help by e-mail or to access the Customer
Care telephone numbers.
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Notebook tour

Components included with the computer may vary by region
and model. The illustrations in this appendix identify the standard features included on most computer models.
A
Getting Started A–1
Notebook tour

Top components

Lights

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your
computer.
Component
1 Power lights (2) 5 Volume mute light
2 Wireless lights (2) 6 Battery light
3 Caps lock light 7 Drive light
4 Num lock light
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Notebook tour
Component
1 Power lights (2) 4 Num lock light
2 Wireless lights (2) 5 Battery light
3 Caps lock light 6 Drive light
Getting Started A–3
Notebook tour

TouchPad

Component
1 TouchPad 3 TouchPad scroll zone
2 Left TouchPad button 4 Right TouchPad button
A–4 Getting Started

Buttons, switches and readers

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your
computer.
Notebook tour
Component
1 Power button
2 Display switch 7 Volume down button
3 Info Center button 8 Volume up button
4 Wireless button 9 Internal microphone
5 Presentation button - Fingerprint reader
Getting Started A–5
Volume mute button
6
Notebook tour
Component
1 Power button
Wireless button
3
2 Display switch
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Keys

Notebook tour
Your computer may look slightly different from the illustrations in this appendix.
Component
1 esc key 5 Embedded numeric keypad
2 fn key 6 Editing keys
3 Windows logo key 7 Function keys
4 Windows applications key
Getting Started A–7
Notebook tour

Front components

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your
computer.
Component
1 Display release latch 3 Digital Media Slot
2 Speakers (2) 4 Digital Media Slot light
Component
1 Display release latch 2 Speakers (2)
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Rear components

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your
computer.
Component
1 Security cable slot 3 S-Video-out jack
2 Power connector
Notebook tour
Component
1 Security cable slot 2 Power connector
Getting Started A–9
Notebook tour

Right-side components

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your
computer.
Component
1 USB port 3 RJ-11 (modem) jack
2 1394 port 4 Optical drive
Component
1 1394 port 3 Optical drive
2 RJ-11 (modem) jack
A–10 Getting Started

Left-side components

Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration
in this chapter.
Notebook tour
Component
1 ExpressCard slot (select 5 USB ports (2)
models only)
2 RJ-45 (network) jack 6 Audio-out (headphone) jack
3 External monitor port 7 Audio-in (microphone) jack
4 Vent 8 PC Card slot (select models only)
or smart card slot (select models only)
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Notebook tour

Bottom components

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your
computer.
Component
1 Hard drive bay 5 Primary battery bay
2 Expansion memory module
compartment
3 Docking connector 7 Accessory battery connector
4 Primary battery release
latches (2)
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6 Vents (4)*
(exposed when cover is pushed to the right)
Component
1 Hard drive bay 4 Primary battery bay
2 Expansion memory module
compartment
5 Vents (4)*
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3 Primary battery release
latches (2)
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6 Accessory battery connector
(exposed when cover is pushed to the right)
Notebook tour

WLAN antennae (select models only)

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Connect to the Internet
The computer includes hardware and software that allows you to connect to the Internet. Before you can access the Internet, you must
Choose an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Choose the type of Internet connection you want, such as
broadband, wireless, or dial-up, and connect the hardware.
Internet hardware and software features vary depending on the
computer model and your location.

Choose an ISP

You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet. The computer includes the New Connection Wizard to help you set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account.
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from your home

Use the New Connection Wizard

You can use the New Connection Wizard to connect to the Internet
If you already have an account with an ISP.
If you have a disc from an ISP.
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Connect to the Internet from your home
If you do not have an Internet account and would like to
select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard.
If you have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided
you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings.
To access the New Connection Wizard and instructions for using the wizard:
» Select Start > Help and Support.
If you are prompted within the wizard to choose between
enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to enable the firewall.

Choose the type of Internet connection

There are 3 basic types of Internet connection:
Broadband: High-speed Internet access is available through
Cable modem
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
Satellite
Other services
For broadband access, additional hardware and/or software must be provided by your ISP.
Wireless: For high-speed mobile Internet access, you can use
a wireless connection. A wireless network set up at home requires a wireless router (purchased separately). To learn about setting up wireless access, visit
http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless (English only).
Dial-up: You can access the Internet by dialing in to a service
provider using a modem cable connected to the RJ-11 (modem) jack.
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Backup and recovery

HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality.
HP installed drivers, utilities, and applications can be copied
to a CD or to a DVD using the HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
Formatted DVD±RW discs and DVD±RW double-layer discs
are not compatible with the HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
The computer must be connected to external power before you
perform backup and recovery procedures.
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Safeguarding your information

To safeguard your documents, store personal files in the My Documents folder and periodically create a backup copy of the folder.

Backing up the system

Using HP Backup and Recovery Manager, you can
Back up specific files and folders.
Back up the entire hard drive.
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Backup and recovery
Back up modifications since your last backup, using HP
system recovery points.
Schedule backups.

Backing up specific files or folders

You can back up specific files or folders to the recovery partition on the hard drive, to an optional external hard drive, or to discs.
This process will take several minutes depending on the file
size and speed of the computer.
To back up specific files or folders:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
The HP Backup and Recovery Manager opens.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Back up to protect system settings and important data files, and then click Next.
4. Click Back up individual files and folders, and then click Next.
The Backup Wizard opens.
5. Click Next.
6. Click Back up selected files from most common locations (Recommended).
– or –
Click Advanced Backup (Experienced users) to access advanced filtering techniques.
7. Click Next.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up.
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Backing up the entire system

When you perform a complete backup of the hard drive, you are saving the full factory image, including the Windows operating system, software applications, and all personal files and folders.
A copy of the entire hard drive image can be stored on another
hard drive, on a network drive, or on recovery discs that you create.
This process may take over an hour, depending on the computer
speed and the amount of information being stored.
To back up the entire hard drive:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Backup to protect system and important data files, and then click Next.
4. Click Backup entire hard drive, and then click Next.
Backup and recovery
The “Back up entire hard drive,” page opens.
5. Click Next.
6. Select the location for the backup files, and then click Next.
You can back up to one of the following locations:
On my PC: This option backs up your information to the
computer hard drive.
On another drive: This option backs up your information
to an optional external hard drive.
On a network: This option backs up your information to a
mapped network drive.
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Backup and recovery
7. Select the Protect data access with password check box, and type your password in the Password box.
This step is optional. If you do not want to password protect
your data access, clear the Protect data access with password check box.
8. Click Next.
9. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Backing up modifications made to the system

When you back up modifications since your last backup, you are creating system recovery points. This point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your system.
The first system recovery point, a snapshot of the entire image,
is automatically created the first time you perform a backup. Subsequent recovery points make a copy of changes made after that time.
HP recommends that you create recovery points
Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware.
Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally.
Restoring to an earlier recovery point does not affect data files
or e-mails created since that last recovery point.
After you create a recovery point, you are prompted to schedule subsequent recovery points. You can schedule recovery points for a specific time or event in your system.
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To create and schedule a system recovery point:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Back up to protect system settings and important data files, and then click Next.
4. Click Create or manage Recovery Points, and then click Next.
The “Recovery Point Manager” page opens.

Scheduling backups

To schedule backups:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup Scheduler.
The “Backup Scheduler” page opens.
2. Click Next.
Backup and recovery
3. Schedule system recovery points at specific intervals (now, daily, weekly, or monthly) or at specific events, such as at system start or when you dock to an optional docking station (select models only), by clicking one of the available options. Click Next to further define the settings.
A summary of your recovery point settings is displayed.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Recovery

HP Backup and Recovery Manager analyzes the hard drive and creates a dedicated hard drive recovery partition on the hard drive large enough to store a copy of the full factory image. You can choose whether you want to store that copy on the recovery partition, on another drive, or on external recovery discs.
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Backup and recovery
Before using HP Backup and Recovery Manager, try repairing
the system by running Microsoft Windows System Restore. for more information, select Start > Help and Support, and then search for “System Restore.”
The HP Backup and Recovery Manager allows you to
Create recovery discs (recommended). The recovery discs
are used to start up the computer and to recover the full factory image (operating system and software) in case of system failure or instability.
If you don’t have a CD or DVD burner, a copy of the
entire hard drive image can be stored on another hard drive or on a network drive.
Perform a recovery. You can perform a full system recovery or to recover important files from a recovery partition on the hard drive, from another drive, or from recovery discs that you create.

Creating recovery discs (highly recommended)

After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of the full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and recover the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case of system failure or instability.
CAUTION: After you create the recovery discs, you can increase the
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amount of space on the hard drive by deleting the recovery partition. However, doing this is not recommended. If you delete this partition, you will lose any information that is on the partition.
Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer.
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Backup and recovery
Before creating recovery discs:
Obtain high-quality CD-R, DVD-R, or DVD+R media,
purchased separately.
Formatted DVD±RW/R and DVD±RW double-layer are
not compatible with HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of the computer.
If necessary, you can cancel Recovery Media Creator
before you have finished creating the recovery discs. The next time you open Recovery Media Creator, you will be prompted to continue the disc creation process where you left off.
To create a set of recovery discs:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Create factory software recovery CDs and DVDs to recover the system (highly recommended), and then click Next.
4. Click Next.
5. Click Write to CD/DVD, and then click Next.

Performing a recovery

Performing a recovery from the recovery discs
To perform a recovery from the recovery discs:
1. Back up all personal files.
2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Backup and recovery
Performing a recovery from the hard drive
There are 2 ways to initiate a recovery from the hard drive:
From within Windows.
From the recovery partition.
Initiating a recovery in Windows
To initiate a recovery in Windows:
1. Back up all personal files.
2. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
3. Click Next.
4. Click Recover important files or the entire system, and then click Next.
5. Click a recovery option, and then click Next.
If you choose to recover the system, the computer restarts
and recovery begins.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Initiating a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition
To initiate a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition:
1. Back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then press operating system loads.
3. Click a recovery option, and then click Next.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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f11 before the Windows
Backup and recovery
5. Choose one of the following options:
Recover PC to a specific point in time: Allows you to
recover from a previous recovery point.
Recover PC’s original factory installation and backup
data: Backs up your information and then performs a full system recovery.
Recover PC’s factory installation: Formats the hard
drive and performs a full system recovery.
This option does not perform a backup; your information
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will be erased.
Back up files: Allows you to back up your files on the
hard drive.
6. Click Next.
The system prepares your hard drive and begins the recovery process.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery.
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Specifications

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

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
Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90%
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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 standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source 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 A–10
A
AC adapter
A–12
A–14
1–5 1–2
, A–13
D–1
3–4
connecting identifying
accessory battery connector,
identifying altitude specifications antennae antivirus software audio-in (microphone) jack
A–11 audio-out (headphone) jack
A–11
B
backup and recovery C–1 battery
charging indentifying inserting
battery bay, identifying
A–13 battery light
identifying on, off
battery release latch A–12
A–13
1–6
1–4
1–6
1–2
A–2
A–12
, A–3
,
bays
battery
hard drive Bluetooth buttons
Info Center
power
Presentation
TouchPad
volume down
volume mute
volume up
wireless
A–12
A–12
2–6
1–7, A–5, A–6
A–4
A–5
A–5
C
cables and cords
modem
power caps lock light, identifying
A–2, A–3
compartments, expansion
,
memory module A–13
components
bottom
front
left-side A–11
rear
1–2
A–12
A–8
A–9
1–2
, 3–1
, A–13
, A–13
A–5
A–5
A–5
A–5
, A–6
A–12,
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Index
right-side A–10 top A–2
computer
turning off 2–8
turning on 1–6 computer viruses connection of computer
external power
network connectors
accessory battery
A–13 docking power
cord, power, connecting Customer Care
A–9
3–4
1–5
2–6
A–12,
A–12
1–5
3–7
D
devices, external,
troubleshooting
Digital Media Slot
A–8
light location
display release latch display switch display, switching image docking connector drive light, identifying A–2
A–3
drives, optical A–10
A–8
A–5
3–6
A–8
, A–6
3–3
A–12
,
E
editing keys A–7 embedded numeric keypad,
identifying
environmental specifications
D–1
A–7
esc key, identifying A–7
ExpressCard slot A–11 external devices,
troubleshooting 3–6
external monitor port A–11
F
fingerprint reader, identifying
A–5
firewalls
fn key, identifying A–7
function keys, identifying
2–4
A–7
H
hard drive bay, identifying
A–12, A–13
headphone (audio-out) jack
A–11 Help and Support Center hibernation HP Smart AC adapter. See AC
adapter humidity specifications D–1
3–3
3–7
I
IEC 60950 compliance 2–6 IEEE 1394 port image, switching among
display devices Info Center button information, safeguarding internal microphone A–5 Internet access
A–10
3–3
A–5
C–1
B–2
J
jacks
audio-in (microphone)
A–11
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Index
audio-out (headphone)
A–11 RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (network) S-Video-out A–9
A–10
A–11
K
keys
editing A–7 embedded numeric keypad
A–7
esc A–7 fn A–7
function Windows applications Windows logo
A–7
A–7
L
labels, service tag 3–8 LAN (local area network) latches
battery release display release
lights
battery caps lock Digital Media Slot drive num lock A–2 power volume mute A–2 wireless
lock, security cable
, A–2, A–3
1–6
A–2
A–2
, A–3
1–7, A–2, A–3
A–3
A–12
A–8
, A–3
, A–3
A–9
, A–13
A–8
M
microphone (audio-in) jack
A–11
A–7
2–6
microphone, internal A–5 modem
setting up Internet service
B–2
surge protection 2–4 modem cable monitor port, external monitor, external 3–3, 3–6
1–2
A–11
N
network, connecting computer
2–6
to New Connection Wizard num lock light, identifying
A–2, A–3
B–1
O
operating environment
specifications operating system, displaying
version number optical drive, identifying overheating
computer safety considerations
D–1
3–8
A–10
3–5
2–6
P
PC Card slot A–11 ports
A–10
1394 external monitor USB A–10
power
running computer on
battery 1–6
turning on computer
3–1
, A–11
A–11
1–7
,
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Index
power button, identifying A–5,
A–6 power connector power cord
connecting identifying
power lights
identifying
on, off power surge Presentation button printer Product Id
1–7
2–4
3–6
3–8
, A–9
1–5
1–5 1–2
A–2, A–3
, 3–1
A–5
R
rated input power,
specifications recovery and backup registration number, operating
system regulatory information notices
2–6
Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices
release latch, display RJ-11 (modem) jack RJ-45 (network) jack
3–8
D–2
C–1
2–6
A–8
A–10
A–11
S
Safety and Comfort Guide 2–5 scrolling regions, TouchPad
A–4 security cable slot serial number. See service tag service tag slots
Digital Media
3–8
A–9
A–8
A–11
2–7
D–1
D–1
A–11
A–9
D–1
A–9
A–5
D–2
, A–6
ExpressCard PC Card A–11 security cable
smart card smart card slot A–11 software
antivirus 2–3
setup 1–8
updates speakers specifications
standby S-Video-out jack switch, display
A–8
altitude
humidity
operating environment
rated input power
temperature
3–3
T
temperature
safety considerations
specifications
troubleshooting TouchPad, identifying travel with computer,
environmental specifications D–2
troubleshooting
display problems
external device problems
3–6
hibernation or standby
problems
overheating problems 3–5
D–1
3–3
2–6
3–5
A–4
3–3
D–1
Index–4 Getting Started
Index
resources 3–1 software problems 3–4 A–2, A–3 virus problems wireless network problems
3–6 turning off computer turning on computer
3–4
1–6
2–8
, 3–1
wireless lights, indentifying
WLAN (wireless local area
network) 2–6
U
update, software 2–7
A–10
USB ports, identifying
A–11
user guides
2–8
,
V
vents
A–11
identifying
A–13
keeping free from
obstructions viruses
antivirus software
computer volume down button volume mute button volume mute light volume up button
3–4
, A–12,
3–5
2–3
A–5
A–5
A–2
A–5
W
Windows applications key,
identifying
Windows logo key, identifying
A–7 wireless antennae wireless button A–5
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A–7
A–14
, A–6
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