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Second Edition: January 2013
First Edition: November 2011
Document Part Number: 667975-002
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).
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plug and unplug and auto-detection for correct output to wide-aspect vs.
standard aspect video
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Keyboard/pointing
devices
TouchPad with multi-touch gestures√√
Taps enabled as default√√
Power
requirements
Supports a 6-cell, 55-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery√√
SecuritySecurity cable slot√√
Operating systemPreinstalled:
97% Duracoat, island-style keyboard, no spill-resistance (in charcoal
and linen white finishes)
Supports a 65-W PFC RC V 3-wire HP Smart AC adapter√√
●Windows 7 Home Basic (64- and 32-bit)
Windows 7 Home Premium (64- and 32-bit)
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Windows 7 Professional (64- and 32-bit)
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●Windows 7 Starter 32-bit (only on computer models equipped with 2-GB
memory)
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CategoryDescriptionHP
3115mHP3125
Preinstalled:
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit
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Windows 8 Multi-language (ML) 64-bit
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●Windows 8 Emerging Markets (EM) 64-bit
FreeDos
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ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
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Battery
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●Hard drive
Memory modules
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SIM (HP 3115m models only)
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●Solid-state drive
●WLAN module
WWAN module (HP 3115m models only)
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4Chapter 1 Product description
2External component identification
Display
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is
(2)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate
(3)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate
(4)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
closed while the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
with WLANs.
with WWANs.
Display5
ItemComponentDescription
(5)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
To use the webcam in Windows 7, select Start > All
Programs > CyberLink and Chat >
CyberLink YouCam.
To use the webcam in Windows 8, from the Start
screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink
YouCam from the list of apps.
(6)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
*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, Safetyand Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
6Chapter 2 External component identification
Buttons
Buttons7
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power button
(2)QuickWeb button (Windows 7; select
models only)
Web browser button (Windows 8)
When the computer is off, press the button to turn
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on the computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button briefly
to initiate Sleep.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
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button briefly to exit Sleep.
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the
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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:
In Windows 7, select Start > Control Panel >
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System and Security > Power Options.
In Windows 8, from the Start screen, type power
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options. Click Settings, and then select Power
Options from the options displayed
When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press
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the button to open HP QuickWeb.
When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press
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the button to open the default Web browser.
●When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the
button to open the Web browser.
QuickWeb allows you to browse the Internet,
communicate with others using Skype, and explore
other HP QuickWeb programs. When the computer is off
or in Hibernation, you can press the QuickWeb button to
access these features without waiting for the operating
system to start.
NOTE: For more information, refer to the HP
QuickWeb software Help. If your computer does not
have HP QuickWeb software, the button does not start
QuickWeb or perform any action or function
in QuickWeb.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
ItemComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in
(2)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in
(3)Windows logo keyWindows 7: Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications keyWindows 7: Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath
(5)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
combination with the fn key.
combination with the esc key.
Windows 8: Displays the Start screen.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows logo key again will
return you to the previous screen.
the cursor.
Windows 8: Displays options for a selected object.
Keys9
Lights
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Mute light●Amber: Computer sound is off.
(3)Wireless light●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
(4)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(5)TouchPad light●On: The TouchPad is on.
White: The computer is on.
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●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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Off: Computer sound is on.
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WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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Off: The TouchPad is off.
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10Chapter 2 External component identification
TouchPad
ItemComponentDescription
Front
(1)TouchPad light
(2)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the
(3)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on
(4)TouchPad left buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)TouchPad right buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
ComponentDescription
Speakers (2)Produce sound.
On: The TouchPad is off.
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●Off: The TouchPad is on.
TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off.
the screen.
TouchPad11
Left side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)Battery light
(3)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
(4)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(5)Hard drive light●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
White: The computer is connected to external
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power. If a battery installed, the battery is
fully charged.
●Amber: The computer is connected to external
power and the battery is charging.
●Off: The computer is not connected to
external power.
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
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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.
Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has
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temporarily parked the hard drive.
NOTE: For information on HP ProtectSmart Hard
Drive Protection, refer to the HP Notebook
Reference Guide.
(6)HDMI port (select models only)Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
(7)USB port (2)Connects an optional USB device.
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high-definition television, or any compatible digital or
audio component.
Right side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
MultiMediaCard
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SD Card
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●Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Card
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(2)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduce sound when connected to optional powered
(3)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone,
(4)USB 2.0 ports (2)Connect optional USB 2.0 devices.
(5)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
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.
(3)Battery/service cover latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(4)VentEnables 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.
(5)Service coverProvides access to the hard drive bay, a memory
module slot, the SIM slot (select models only), the
WLAN module, and the WWAN module (select
models only).
14Chapter 2 External component identification
3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag and PCID label
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.
Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
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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.
Warranty period (4). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for the
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computer.
Model description (select models only) (5). This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate
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documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
Service tag and PCID label15
PCID label
The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS)
back to factory shipped specifications when replacing the system board. The label may have a
different number of characters depending on the operating system on the computer.
Windows 8 models
Non-Windows 8 models
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
Computer major components17
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For display assembly spare
part information, see
(2)Keyboard in charcoal finish (includes keyboard cable):
For use in HP 3115m models:
Display assembly subcomponents on page 20.
●For use in the United States659500-001
For use in HP 3125 models:
●For use in Latin America699028-161
(3)Top cover in charcoal finish (includes power button board and cable and TouchPad