HP Compaq Presario CQ61-303XX, Compaq Presario CQ61-305TX, Compaq Presario CQ61-306AX, Compaq Presario CQ61-306TX, Compaq Presario CQ61-307AU Notebook Tour Guide

Notebook Tour

User Guide

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Second Edition: August 2009

First Edition: August 2009

Document Part Number: 539204-002

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 ................................................................................................................................... 3

Buttons ................................................................................................................................. 5

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

Front components ................................................................................................................................ 7

Rear component ................................................................................................................................... 7

Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 8

Left-side components ........................................................................................................................... 9

Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 10

Display components ........................................................................................................................... 11

Wireless antennas .............................................................................................................................. 12

Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 13

3 Labels

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

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1 Identifying hardware

To see a list of hardware installed in the computer:

Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the System area, 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 software, running
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.

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2 Components

Top components

TouchPad

Component Description

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

(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 light

(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 and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and
Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings.

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White: TouchPad is enabled.

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Amber: TouchPad is disabled.

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Lights

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

Component Description

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

(2) Power lights (2)*

(3) Wireless light

(4) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the integrated numeric keypad is enabled.

(5) Battery 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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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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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. When the battery reaches a
critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.

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

Top components 3

Component Description

power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a
low battery level.

(6) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.

*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.

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Buttons

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

Component Description

(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

(2) Power button*

(3) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not create a wireless

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

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

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computer.

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

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Sleep.

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

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briefly to exit Sleep.

When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly

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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.

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

connection.

NOTE: To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network

must already be set up.

Top components 5

Keys

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

Component Description

(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

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

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

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

(6) Integrated numeric keypad and volume hotkeys

combination with a function key or the esc key.

combination with the fn key.

Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.

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Adjusts system volume when the asterisk (*), minus sign (-),

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or plus sign (+) is pressed in combination with the fn key.

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Front components

Component Description

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

(2) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo

Rear component

Component Description

Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.

microphone, or monaural microphone.

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

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.

Front components 7

Right-side components

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

Component Description

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

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

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

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

discs.

(5) AC adapter light

(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

On: The computer is connected to external power.

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Off: The computer is not connected to external power.

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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) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

(6) USB port Connects an optional USB device.

(7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) Supports the following digital card formats:

(8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) On: The Digital Media Slot is in use.

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.

NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the computer may

include an HDMI port or a USB port at this location.

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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Bottom components

Component Description

(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.

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

(3) Vents (5) 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.

(4) Wireless module compartment Holds a wireless LAN module.

NOTE: 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.

(5) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive and contains the memory module slots.

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Display components

Component Description

(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while

the power is on.

(2) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.

(3) Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs.

(4) Internal microphone Records sound.

Display components 11

Wireless antennas

Your computer model has at least 2 antennas that send and receive signals from one or more wireless
devices. These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.

NOTE: 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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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 the following:

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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 identifier 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 alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers,

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and support for your notebook.

Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration of the warranty period for this

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computer.

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 (select models only)—Provides regulatory information about the modem

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and lists the agency 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)—Provide information about optional wireless devices and the

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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

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certification labels are included with your computer. You may need this information when traveling
internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the wireless module compartment.

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Index

A

AC adapter light, identifying 8
AC adapter, identifying 13
antennas 12
applications key, Windows 6
audio-in (microphone) jack,

identifying 7

audio-out (headphone) jack,

identifying 7

B

battery bay 14
battery bay, identifying 10
battery light, identifying 3
battery release latch,

identifying 10
battery, identifying 13
bays

battery 10, 14

hard drive 10
Bluetooth label 15
buttons

power 5

TouchPad 2

TouchPad on/off 2

wireless 5

C

caps lock light, identifying 3
Certificate of Authenticity label 14
compartments

memory module 10

wireless module 10
components

additional hardware 13

bottom 10

display 11

front 7

left-side 9

rear 7

right-side 8

top 2
connector, power 8
cord, power 13

D

Digital Media Slot, identifying 9
drive light, identifying 4

E

esc key, identifying 6
external monitor port,

identifying 9

F

fn key, identifying 6
function keys, identifying 6

H

hard drive bay, identifying 10
HDMI port, identifying 9
headphone (audio-out) jack 7

I

integrated webcam light,

identifying 11

internal microphones,

identifying 11

J

jacks

audio-in (microphone) 7

audio-out (headphone) 7

RJ-11 (modem) 8

RJ-45 (network) 9

K

keypad keys, identifying 6
keys

esc 6

fn 6
function 6
keypad 6
volume 6
Windows applications 6
Windows logo 6

L

labels

Bluetooth 15
Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity 14
modem approval 14
regulatory 14
service tag 14
wireless certification 15
WLAN 15

latch, battery release 10
lights

battery 3
caps lock 3
drive 4
num lock 3
optical drive 8
power 3, 8
TouchPad 2
webcam 11
wireless 3

M

memory module compartment,

identifying 10
microphone (audio-in) jack 7
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

label 14
modem approval label 14
monitor port, external 9

N

num lock light, identifying 3

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O

operating system

Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity label 14

Product Key 14
optical drive light, identifying 8
optical drive, identifying 8

traveling with the computer

modem approval label 14
wireless certification labels 15

U

USB port, identifying 9
USB ports, identifying 8

P

ports

external monitor 9

HDMI 9

USB 8, 9
power button, identifying 5
power connector, identifying 8
power cord, identifying 13
power lights, identifying 3
Product Key 14
product name and number,

computer 14

R

regulatory information

modem approval label 14

regulatory label 14

wireless certification labels 15
RJ-11 (modem) jack,

identifying 8

RJ-45 (network) jack,

identifying 9

V

vents, identifying 7, 9, 10
volume keys 6

W

webcam, identifying 11
Windows applications key,

identifying 6
Windows logo key, identifying 6
wireless antennas 12
wireless button, identifying 5
wireless certification label 15
wireless light, identifying 3
wireless module compartment,

identifying 10
WLAN device 15
WLAN label 15

S

scrolling regions, TouchPad 2
security cable slot, identifying 9
serial number, computer 14
service tag 14
slots

Digital Media 9
memory module 10
security cable 9

speakers, identifying 5

T

TouchPad

buttons 2
identifying 2

scrolling regions 2
TouchPad light, identifying 2
TouchPad on/off button 2

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