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Fourth Edition: March 2012
Third Edition: November 2011
First Edition: September 2011
Document Part Number: 657776-004
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).
Front ................................................................................................................................................... 13
Left side .............................................................................................................................................. 14
Right side ........................................................................................................................................... 15
3 Illustrated parts catalog ............................................................................................................................... 17
Service label ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Computer major components ............................................................................................................. 19
Creating restore media ....................................................................................................................... 92
Performing a system restore .............................................................................................................. 93
Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) .............................. 93
Restoring using the restore media ..................................................................................... 94
Changing the computer boot order .................................................................................... 94
Backing up and recovering your information ...................................................................................... 95
Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................ 96
Using Windows system restore points ............................................................................... 96
When to create restore points ........................................................................... 96
Create a system restore point ........................................................................... 97
Restore to a previous date and time ................................................................. 97
8 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 99
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................ 99
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................. 100
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 105
WirelessIntegrated WLAN options by way of wireless module√√
Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly√√
Supports the following WLAN formats for all
[fn+b])
1280×800 by 30 frames per second)
1280×720 by 30 frames per second)
PCIE interface
computer models:
Atheros WB2251x1 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth (BT
●
4.0 + HS support) combo
●Broadcom BCM94313HMGBLP1 802.11 b/g/n
1x1 combo HMC
√√
√
√
√√
√√
3
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD® processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel® processor
Supports the following WLAN formats for computers
equipped with an AMD processor:
●Broadcom HMC 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth (BT
3.0) combo adapter (configurable only for
Brazil)
Supports the following WLAN formats for computers
equipped with an Intel processor:
●Intel Centrino® Wireless-N 1030 802.11 b/g/n
1×2 + Bluetooth combo adapter
Intel Centrino® Wireless-N 6230 802.11 a/b/g/n
●
1×2 + Bluetooth combo adapter
Integrated WWAN options by way of wireless module √
Two WWAN antennas built into display assembly
(select models only)
Supports the HP hs2340 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband
Module
External media
card
HP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader supports the
Push-push insertion/removal√√
following digital card formats:
●MultiMediaCard
√
√
√
√
√√
Secure Digital (SD) Card
●
Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card
●
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Card
Subscriber identity module (SIM) slot (populated with
Ports●3-pin AC power
WWAN; tool-less user accessible) (select models
only)
Audio-in (mono microphone), supports jack
●
detection
Audio-out (stereo headphone), supports jack
●
detection
HDMI version 1.3b supporting 1080p, 1920
●
×1080 @ 60Hz
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
●
USB 2.0 (3 ports)
●
●VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting 2048×1536
external resolution @ 60 Hz, hot plug and
unplug and auto-detection for correct output to
wide-aspect vs. standard aspect video
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√√
4Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD® processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel® processor
Keyboard/
pointing devices
TouchPad with multi-touch gestures√√
Taps enabled as default√√
Power
requirements
Supports the following batteries:
SecuritySecurity cable slot√√
Operating system Preinstalled:
97% Duracoat, island-style keyboard, no spillresistance (in charcoal finish)
Supports the following HP Smart AC adapters:
●65-W PFC RC V EM 3-wire HP Smart AC
adapter (for use only in India)
65-W PFC RC V 3-wire HP Smart AC adapter
●
(for use in all countries and regions except
India)
6-cell, 55-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery
●
3-cell, 28-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery
●
Windows 7 Home Basic (64- and 32-bit)
●
Windows 7 Home Premium (64- and 32-bit)
●
●Windows 7 Professional (64- and 32-bit)
√√
√√
√√
√
Windows 7 Starter 32-bit (only on computer
●
models equipped with a 500-, 320-, or 250-GB
hard drive and 2-GB memory)
●SUSE Linux (select models only) (Does not
support Energy Star, WWAN/GPS, QuickWeb,
BD playback, or wireless card)
DVD SSRD recovery solution
●
Preinstalled:
Windows 7 Home Basic (64- and 32-bit)
●
Windows 7 Home Premium (64- and 32-bit)
●
●Windows 7 Professional (64- and 32-bit)
Windows 7 Starter 32-bit (only on computer
●
models equipped with a 500-, 320-, or 250-GB
hard drive and 2-GB memory)
●SUSE Linux (select models only) (Does not
support Energy Star, WWAN/GPS, QuickWeb,
BD playback, or wireless card)
DVD SSRD recovery solution
●
√
5
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD® processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel® processor
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
●AC adapter
●Battery
●Hard drive
Memory modules (2)
●
SIM (select models only)
●
Solid-state drive
●
WLAN module
●
●WWAN module (select models only)
End-user replaceable parts:
●AC adapter
Battery
●
Hard drive
●
●Memory module
SIM (select models only)
●
Solid-state drive
●
√
√
●WLAN module
6Chapter 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.
Display7
ItemComponentDescription
(5)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >
CyberLink and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.
(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.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Buttons
Buttons9
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power button
(2)QuickWeb buttonFor computer models equipped with an AMD processor:
When the computer is off, press the button to turn
●
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
●
button briefly to exit Sleep.
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.
●When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press
the button to open HP QuickWeb (select models
only).
●When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press
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.
For computer models equipped with an Intel processor:
When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press
●
the button to open the default Web browser.
10Chapter 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 keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
combination with the fn key.
combination with the esc key.
Keys11
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 off.
White: The computer is on.
●
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
●
WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
●
12Chapter 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)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
ComponentDescription
Speakers (2)Produce sound.
On: The TouchPad is off.
●
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off.
the screen.
TouchPad13
Left side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)AC adapter/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
●
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.
●
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 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked
●
the hard drive.
NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard,
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.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or
audio component.
Right side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
MultiMediaCard
●
SD Card
●
●Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Card
●
(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.