HP Compaq Presario CQ40-215WM, Compaq Presario CQ40-302AX, Compaq Presario CQ40-303AX, Compaq Presario CQ40-303TU, Compaq Presario CQ40-304TU Notebook Tour Guide

Notebook Tour

User Guide

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First Edition: November 2008

Document Part Number: 506243-001

Product notice

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

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).

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Table of contents

1 Identifying hardware

2 Components

Top components ................................................................................................................................... 2

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 2

Lights ................................................................................................................................... 2

Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) ........................................... 4

Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 5

Display ................................................................................................................................. 6

Front components ................................................................................................................................ 8

Rear component ................................................................................................................................... 9

Right-side components ....................................................................................................................... 10

Left-side components ......................................................................................................................... 11

Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 12

Wireless antennae (select models only) ............................................................................................. 13

Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 14

3 Labels

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 16

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1 Identifying hardware

To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps:

1. Select Start > Computer > System properties.

2. In the left pane, click Device Manager.

You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.

NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.

You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information.

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2 Components

Top components

TouchPad

Lights

Component Description

(1) TouchPad light

(2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.

(3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

(4) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.

(5) TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.

(6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Mouse.

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

White: TouchPad is enabled.

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Amber: TouchPad is disabled.

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