HP (Hewlett-Packard) DV5-2077CL User Manual

Getting Started
HP Pavilion Entertainment PC
© Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
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First Edition: May 2010
Document Part Number: 596009-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase.
For any further information or for requesting a full refund of the computer, please contact your local point of sale (the seller).
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 come into contact with 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 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2
2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 3
Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 3
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 4
Buttons ................................................................................................................................. 5
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Right-side ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Left-side ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 9
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ 10
3 HP QuickWeb ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Enabling HP QuickWeb ...................................................................................................................... 11
Starting HP QuickWeb ....................................................................................................................... 11
Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar ................................................................................................. 11
Identifying the QuickWeb control icons .............................................................................. 12
Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar icons ....................................................................... 12
Identifying the QuickWeb system tray icons ...................................................................... 13
Configuring the network ..................................................................................................................... 14
Starting Microsoft Windows ................................................................................................................ 14
Turning HP QuickWeb on and off ....................................................................................................... 14
4 Networking .................................................................................................................................................... 15
Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................ 15
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 16
Connecting to an existing WLAN ....................................................................................... 16
Setting up a new WLAN network ....................................................................................... 16
Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 17
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 17
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5 Keyboard and pointing devices ................................................................................................................... 18
Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 18
Using the action keys ......................................................................................................... 18
Using keypads ................................................................................................................... 19
Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 19
Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 19
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 19
Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 20
Turning the TouchPad on and off ...................................................................... 20
Navigating ......................................................................................................... 20
Selecting ........................................................................................................... 20
Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 21
Scrolling ............................................................................................ 21
Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. 22
Rotating ............................................................................................ 23
6 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Inserting or removing the battery ........................................................................................................ 24
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ............................................................................................... 25
Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... 25
Installing a hard drive ......................................................................................................... 27
Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 28
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 32
Routine care ....................................................................................................................................... 32
Cleaning the display .......................................................................................................... 32
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................................. 32
7 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 33
Recovery discs ................................................................................................................................... 33
Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 34
Recovering using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ........................... 34
Recovering using the recovery discs ................................................................................. 35
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 35
Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................ 35
Using system restore points .............................................................................................. 36
When to create restore points ........................................................................... 36
Create a system restore point ........................................................................... 36
Restore to a previous date and time ................................................................. 36
8 Customer support ......................................................................................................................................... 37
Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. 37
Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 37
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9 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 39
Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 39
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 39
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 40
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1 Welcome

After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
Set up HP QuickWeb—Immediately access your music, digital photos, and the Web without
launching the Windows® operating system. For more information, refer to
on page 11.
Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
Internet. For more information, refer to
Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this guide, refer to
Finding information on page 2.
HP QuickWeb
Networking on page 15.
Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to
computer on page 3 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 18 for additional information.
Create recovery discs—Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case
of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to
Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select
Start > All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's Web site.
Backup and recovery on page 33.
Getting to know your
1

Finding information

The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
Resources For information about
Quick Setup poster
HP Notebook Reference Guide
To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support.
NOTE: For country- or region-specific support, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow
the on-screen instructions.
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
How to set up the computer
Help to identify computer components
Power management features
How to maximize battery life
How to use the multimedia features of the
computer
How to protect the computer
How to care for the computer
How to update the software
Operating system information
Software, driver, and BIOS updates
Troubleshooting tools
How to access technical support
Regulatory and safety information
Battery disposal information
Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and
work habits
Electrical and mechanical safety information
– or –
http://www.hp.com/ergo.
Go to
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet
This booklet is provided with your computer.
HP Web site:
http://www.hp.com/support
Limited warranty and technical support
To access this warranty:
Select Start > Help and Support > Warranty.
- or -
Select Start > All Programs > HP > Warranty.
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HP support telephone numbers
Support information
Ordering parts and finding additional help
Software, driver, and BIOS updates
Accessories available for the device
Warranty information

2 Getting to know your computer

Top

TouchPad

Component Description
(1) TouchPad off indicator Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the
(2) TouchPad zone 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) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
TouchPad off indicator to turn the TouchPad on and off.
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Lights

Component Description
(1) TouchPad off indicator
(2) Caps lock light
(3) Power light
(4) Mute light
(5) Wireless light
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
Off: The TouchPad is on.
White: Caps lock is on.
Off: Caps lock is off.
White: The computer is on.
Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Amber: Computer sound is off.
Off: Computer sound is on.
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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Buttons

Component Description
Power button
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.
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Keys

Component Description

Front

(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
combination with an arrow key or the esc key.
(3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5) Arrow keys Scroll the page up or down, or when pressed in combination
with the fn key, move to the beginning or end of the document.
(6) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
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Component Description
(1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital media formats:
(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

Right-side

Memory Stick
Memory Stick Pro
MultiMedia Card
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
xD-Picture Card
Component Description
(1) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(2) Optical drive Reads and writes to optical discs.
(3) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(4) Battery light
(5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(6) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
Off: The computer is running on battery power.
Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low or critical
battery level or there is a battery error.
Amber: A battery is charging.
White: The computer is connected to external power and
the battery is fully charged.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent,
but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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