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

© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.

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not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.

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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Component Description

(1) Power lights (2)*

(2) Battery light

(3) Drive light

(4) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

(5) Wireless light

(6) Volume mute light

On: The computer is on.

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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

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On: A battery is charging.

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Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has

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reached a low battery level or a critical battery level.

Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source,

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the light is turned off when all batteries in the computer are
fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an external
power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a
low battery level.

Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.

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On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily

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parked the internal hard drive.

Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local

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

Amber: All wireless devices are off.

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White: Computer sound is turned on.

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Amber: Computer sound is turned off.

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(7) Volume down light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker

volume.

(8) Volume up light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker

volume.

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Component Description

(9) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.

*The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The
power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.

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

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

Component Description

(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

(2) Power button*

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When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the

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computer.

When the computer is on, briefly press the button to initiate

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Sleep.

When the computer is in the Sleep state, briefly press the

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button to exit Sleep.

When the computer is in Hibernation, briefly press the button

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to exit Hibernation.

If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown
procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at
least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.

Component Description

To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control
Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options.

Keys

(3) DVD button (select models only) Launches the DVD Play program (for models with DVD Play

preinstalled).

NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon

password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. DVD Play
launches after you log on. Refer to the DVD Play software Help for
more information.

(4) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a

wireless connection.

NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a

wireless connection.

(5) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.

(6) Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to decrease

volume and to the right to increase volume. You can also tap the
minus sign on the scroll zone to decrease volume, or tap the plus
sign on the scroll zone to increase volume.

(7) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.

*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

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Component Description

(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the

fn key.

Display

(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in

combination with a function key or the esc key.

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

(4) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.

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

(6) Navigation keys (home, pg up, pg down) Execute volume mute, volume up, or volume down when pressed

in combination with the fn key.

(7) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in

combination with the fn key.

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is

(2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.

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turned on.

Component Description

NOTE: If there is a microphone icon next to each microphone

opening, your computer has internal microphones.

Depending on your computer model, the computer may have 1 or
2 internal microphones.

(3) Integrated webcam light On: The integrated webcam is in use.

(4) Integrated webcam Records video and captures still photographs.

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Front components

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) Power light

(2) Battery light

(3) Drive light

(4) Consumer infrared lens (select models only) Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control (select models

(5) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array

(6) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo

On: The computer is on.

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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

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On: A battery is charging.

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Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has

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reached a low battery level or a critical battery level.

Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source,

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the light is turned off when all batteries in the computer are
fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an external
power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low
battery level.

Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.

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On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily

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parked the internal hard drive.

only).

microphone, or monaural microphone.

speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.

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Rear component

Component Description

Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.

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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Right-side components

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.

(2) Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical

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

(4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) Connects a modem cable.

(5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

discs.

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Left-side components

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

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

(3) Expansion port 3 (select models only) Connects the computer to an optional docking device or optional

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but

it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

expansion product.

NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The term

expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.

(4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.

(5) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.

(6) eSATA/USB port (select models only) Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an

eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.

NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the computer may

include a USB port only.

(7) Digital Media Slot light On: A digital card is being accessed.

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

Memory Stick (MS)

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Memory Stick Pro (MSP)

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MultiMediaCard (MMC)

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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

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xD-Picture Card (XD)

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(9) ExpressCard slot (select models only) Supports optional ExpressCards.

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Bottom components

Component Description

(1) Hard drive and WLAN module compartment Holds the hard drive and, for select models only, the wireless LAN

(WLAN) device.

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.

(2) Memory module compartment Contains the 2 memory module slots.

(3) Mini Card compartment Holds a WLAN device (select models only).

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.

(4) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.

(5) Battery bay Holds the battery.

(6) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cool internal components.

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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Wireless antennae (select models only)

On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless
devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer.

NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae 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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Additional hardware components

Component Description

(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.

(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.

(3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into

external power.

*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

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3 Labels

The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.

Service tag—Provides important information including:

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Product Name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook.

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Serial Number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric number that is unique to each product.

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Part Number/Product Number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about the

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product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine
what components and parts are needed.

Model Description (4). This is the most important number you need to locate documents,

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drivers, and support for your notebook.

Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed
to the bottom of the computer.

Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need the

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Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed to the bottom
of the computer.

Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the computer. The regulatory label is

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affixed inside the battery bay.

Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency

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approval markings required by some of the countries or regions in which the modem has been
approved for use. You may need this information when traveling internationally. The modem
approval label is affixed inside the hard drive bay.

Wireless certification label(s) (select models only)—Provide information about optional wireless

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devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have
been approved for use. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device
or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices,
one or more certification labels are included with your computer. You may need this information
when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the Mini Card
compartment.

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Index

A

AC adapter, identifying 14
antennae 13
applications key, Windows 6
audio-in (microphone) jack,

identifying 8

audio-out (headphone) jack,

identifying 8

B

battery bay, identifying 12
battery light, identifying 3, 8
battery release latch,

identifying 12
battery, identifying 14
bays

battery 12, 15

hard drive 12
Bluetooth label 15
buttons

DVD 5

power 4

TouchPad 2

TouchPad on/off 2

volume mute 5

wireless 5

C

caps lock light, identifying 3
Certificate of Authenticity label 15
compartments

memory module 12

Mini Card 12
components

additional hardware 14

bottom 12

front 8

left-side 11

rear 9

right-side 10

top 2
connector, power 10
cord, power 14

D

Digital Media Slot light,

identifying 11
Digital Media Slot, identifying 11
display switch, identifying 6
drive light, identifying 3, 8
DVD button, identifying 5

E

eSATA/USB port, identifying 11
esc key, identifying 6
expansion port, identifying 11
ExpressCard slot, identifying 11
external monitor port,

identifying 11

F

fingerprint reader, identifying 5
fn key, identifying 6
function keys, identifying 6

H

hard drive bay, identifying 12
HDMI port, identifying 11
headphone (audio-out) jack 8

I

infrared lens, identifying 8
integrated webcam light,

identifying 7
integrated webcam, identifying 7
internal display switch,

identifying 6
internal microphones,

identifying 6

J

jacks

audio-in (microphone) 8
audio-out (headphone) 8
RJ-11 (modem) 10
RJ-45 (network 11

K

keypad keys, identifying 6
keys

esc 6
fn 6
function 6
keypad 6
navigation 6
Windows applications 6
Windows logo 6

L

labels

Bluetooth 15
Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity 15
modem approval 15
regulatory 15
service tag 15
wireless certification 15
WLAN 15

latch, battery release 12
lights

battery 3, 8
caps lock 3
Digital Media Slot 11
drive 3, 8
mute 3
num lock 4
optical drive 10
power 3, 8
TouchPad 2
volume down 3

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volume mute 3
volume up 3
webcam 7
wireless 3

RJ-11 (modem) jack,

identifying 10

RJ-45 (network) jack,

identifying 11

M

memory module compartment,

identifying 12
microphone (audio-in) jack 8
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

label 15
Mini Card compartment,

identifying 12
modem approval label 15
monitor port, external 11
mute button, identifying 5
mute light, identifying 3

N

navigation keys, identifying 6
num lock light, identifying 4

O

operating system

Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity label 15

Product Key 15
optical drive light, identifying 10
optical drive, identifying 10

P

ports

eSATA/USB 11

expansion 11

external monitor 11

HDMI 11

USB 10
power button, identifying 4
power connector, identifying 10
power cord, identifying 14
power lights, identifying 3, 8
Product Key 15
product name and number,

computer 15

R

regulatory information

modem approval label 15

regulatory label 15

wireless certification labels 15

S

scrolling regions, TouchPad 2
security cable slot, identifying 11
serial number, computer 15
service tag 15
slots

Digital Media 11
ExpressCard 11
memory module 12
security cable 11

speakers, identifying 4

T

TouchPad

buttons 2
identifying 2

scrolling regions 2
TouchPad light, identifying 2
TouchPad on/off button 2
traveling with the computer

modem approval label 15

wireless certification labels 15

U

USB ports, identifying 10

V

vents, identifying 9, 12
volume down light, identifying 3
volume mute button, identifying 5
volume mute light, identifying 3
volume scroll zone, identifying 5
volume up light, identifying 3

W

webcam light, identifying 7
webcam, identifying 7
Windows applications key,

identifying 6
Windows logo key, identifying 6
wireless antennae 13
wireless button, identifying 5
wireless certification label 15
wireless light, identifying 3
WLAN device 15
WLAN label 15

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