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The information contained herein is subject
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warranties for HP products and services are
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accompanying such products and services.
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constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
Third Edition: July 2011
First Edition: March 2011
Document Part Number: 642130-003
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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 device 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).
Support for high-definition DVD playback
with HD-decode and DX10 and
DX11 support
Internal graphics:
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Intel HD Graphics 3000 on computer
models equipped with an Intel Core
i5 or i3 processor
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Intel HD Graphics on computer
models equipped with an Intel
Celeron or Pentium processor
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2Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Discrete graphics: AMD Radeon HD
6370M Graphics with 512-MB of discrete
video memory (64M×16 DDR3
900 MHz × 4 PCs)
Switchable discrete graphics (not
supported on computer models equipped
with Windows 7 Starter OS): AMD
Radeon HD 6470M Graphics with 512MB of discrete video memory (64M×16
DDR3 900 MHz × 4 PCs) or AMD Radeon
HD 6470M Graphics with 1024-MB of
discrete video memory (128M×16 DDR3
900 MHz × 4 PCs)
Support for high-definition DVD playback
with HD-decode ,and DX10 (UMA) and
DX11 (discrete) support
diode (LED), SVA BrightView (1366×768)
display; typical brightness: 200 nits
All display assemblies include 1 or 2
wireless local area network (WLAN)
antenna cables
Supports 16:9 ultra wide aspect ratio
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Memory2 customer-accessible/upgradable
memory module slots
Supports dual-channel memory√√
Supports up to 8192 GB of system RAM√√
DDR3/1333-MHz√√
Supports the following configurations:
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8192-MB total system memory
(4096×2; not supported on a 32-bit
operating system)
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4096-MB total system memory
(4096×1 or 2048×2; not supported
with Windows® 7 Starter OS)
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3072-MB total system memory
(2048×1 + 1024×1; not supported
with Windows® 7 Starter OS)
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2048-MB total system memory
(2048×1 or 1024×2)
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1024-MB total system memory
(1024×1; not supported on a 64-bit
operating system)
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CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Hard drivesSupports 6.35-cm (2.5-in) hard drives in
9.5-mm (.37-in) and 7.0-mm (.28-
in) thicknesses
Customer-accessible√√
Serial ATA√√
Supports the following hard drives:
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500-GB, 5400-rpm
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320-GB, 5400-rpm (for use only with
computer models equipped with an
Intel processor)
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250-GB, 5400-rpm
Optical drive
(select models
only)
Serial ATA√√
12.7-mm tray load√√
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-
Fixed√√
Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe (select
models only)
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DVD±RW and CD-RW Drive√√
DVD-ROM Drive√√
Audio and
video
HD audio√√
Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers√√
Supports Microsoft Premium requirements√√
HP VGA webcam (select models only,
EthernetIntegrated 10/100 network interface
WirelessIntegrated wireless local area network
One or two WLAN antennas built into
Single digital microphone√√
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fixed, no tilt with activity LED, 640×480
by 24 frames per second
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card (NIC)
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(WLAN) options by way of
wireless module
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display assembly
4Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Support for the following WLAN formats:
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Atheros AR9002WB-1NGB
802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and
Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter
(BT3.0+HS ready)
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Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n
1×1 WiFi and 3012 Bluetooth 4.0
Combo Adapter
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Broadcom 4313 802.11b/g/n 1×1
WiFi and 2070 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Combo adapter (BT3.0+HS ready)
for use only with computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
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Broadcom 4313GN 802.11b/g/n
1×1 WiFi and 20702 Bluetooth 4.0
Combo Adapter
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Ralink 5390GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1
WiFi Adapter
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Realtek 8188BC8 802.11a/b/g/n
2x2 WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0+HS
Combo Adapter
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External
media card
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Realtek 8188GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1
WiFi Adapter
HP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader
supports the following digital card formats:
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Memory Card
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CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Ports
Keyboard/
pointing
devices
TouchPad with multi-touch gestures, 2-
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3-pin AC power
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Audio-in (mono microphone)
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Audio-out (stereo headphone)
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HDMI version 1.4 supporting
1920 ×1200 @ 60Hz
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RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and
activity lights)
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USB 2.0 (3 ports)
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VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting
2048×1536 external resolution @
85 Hz, 1920 ×1200 external
resolution @ 60Hz, hot plug and
unplug and auto-detection for correct
output to wide-aspect vs. standard
aspect video
Full-size 14-in, textured, pocket, keyboard
with full numeric keypad
finger scrolling, and pinch-zoom enabled
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Taps enabled by default√√
Power
requirements
90-W PFC RC V EM HP Smart AC adapter
Support for the following batteries:
65-W RC V HP Smart AC adapter with
localized cable plug support (3-wire plug
with ground pin, supports 3-pin
DC connector)
with localized cable plug support (3-wire
plug with ground pin, supports 3-pin
DC connector)
90-W PFC RC V HP Smart AC adapter
with localized cable plug support (3-wire
plug with ground pin, supports 3-pin
DC connector)
65-W RC V EM HP Smart AC adapter with
localized cable plug support (3-wire plug
with ground pin, supports 3-pin
DC connector)
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6-cell, 55-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery
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6-cell, 47-Whr, 2.20-Ah Li-ion battery
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SecuritySecurity cable slot√√
6Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Operating
system
Preinstalled:
Preinstalled:
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Windows 7 Home Basic (64- and 32bit)
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Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
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Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
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Windows 7 Starter (32-bit, not
supported on computer models
equipped with a 320-GB hard drive)
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FreeDOS
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Windows 7 Home Basic (64- and 32bit)
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Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
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Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
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Windows 7 Starter (32-bit, not
available on computer models
equipped with a 320-GB hard drive)
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FreeDOS
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SuseLinux
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
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AC adapter
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Battery
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Hard drive
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Memory modules (2)
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Optical drive
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WLAN module
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2External component identification
Display
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(2)Internal display switchTurns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is
(3)WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate
(4)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(5)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
closed while the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside
of the computer.
with WLANs.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >
CyberLink YouCam > CyberLink YouCam.
ItemComponentDescription
(6)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety, andEnvironmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
Button
ComponentDescription
Power button
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When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
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When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
initiate Sleep.
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When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
button briefly to exit Sleep.
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When the computer is in Hibernation, press the
button briefly 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, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
Button
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Keys
ItemComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the esc key.
(3)Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
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Lights
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad light
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock in on.
(3)Power light
(4)Wireless light
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Off: The TouchPad is on.
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Amber: The TouchPad is off.
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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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White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
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Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Lights
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TouchPad
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad light
(2)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off.
(3)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on
(4)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
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Off: The TouchPad is on.
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Amber: The TouchPad is off.
the screen.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Left side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(2)Vents (2)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(3)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(4)HDMI port (select models only)Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
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.
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or
audio component.
(5)USB portConnect optional USB devices.
(6)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone,
stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(7)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduce sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or
television audio.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information,
refer to the Regulatory, Safety, andEnvironmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(8)Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
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Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC)
Memory Card
Left side
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ItemComponentDescription
(9)Hard drive light
(10)Power light
Right side
ItemComponentDescription
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Off: The hard drive is idle.
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White: The computer is on.
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Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(1)Optical drive (select models only)Reads and writes to an optical disc.
(2)Optical drive light
(3)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(4)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(5)Battery/AC adapter light
(6)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
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On: The optical drive is in use.
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Off: The optical drive is idle.
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White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is fully charged.
●
Amber: A battery is charging.
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Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low
battery level, or there is a battery error. When a
battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery
light begins blinking rapidly.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
Bottom
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)Battery release latchReleases 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)Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive.
(5)Memory module compartmentContains the wireless LAN (WLAN) device and the
memory module slots.
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.
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3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(1)Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of
(2)Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
the computer.
each product.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(3)Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the
product's hardware components. The part number
helps a service technician to determine what
components and parts are needed.
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty
period for the computer.
(5)Model descriptionThis is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate