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Default power settings ..........................................................................................................................36
Turning the computer or display on or off ............................................................................36
Using emergency shutdown procedures .............................................................................36
Initiating or resuming from standby .....................................................................................37
Initiating or restoring from hibernation .................................................................................38
Power options .......................................................................................................................................39
Accessing Power Options Properties...................................................................................39
Displaying the Power Meter icon .........................................................................................39
Setting or changing a power scheme ..................................................................................40
Setting a security prompt .....................................................................................................40
IDE drive light........................................................................................................................................52
Hard drive..............................................................................................................................................53
This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.
To see a list of installed hardware in the computer:
1.Select Start > My Computer.
2.In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information.
3.Select Hardware tab > Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.
NOTE Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model. The
illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features included in most computer models.
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Top components
Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)
esc key
(2)
fn key
(3)
Windows logo key
(4)
Windows applications key
(5)
Embedded numeric keypad keys
(6)
Function keys
Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination
with a function key or the esc key.
Displays the Microsoft Windows Start menu.
Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
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TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)
TouchPad*
(2)
Left TouchPad button*
(3)
TouchPad scroll zone*
(4)Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel >Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse.
Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set
to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and doubleclicking.
Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Scrolls up or down.
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Buttons and switches
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
Power button*
DVD button
When the computer is
Off, press to turn on the computer.
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On, press to enter hibernation.
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In standby, briefly press to exit standby.
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In hibernation, briefly press to exit hibernation.
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If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows®
shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for
at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
If QuickPlay is not installed and the computer is
On, opens the default DVD application to start a DVD in the optical
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drive.
Off, no function.
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In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
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In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
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If QuickPlay is installed and the computer is
On, opens the default DVD application to start a DVD in the optical
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drive.
Off, opens QuickPlay to start a DVD in the optical drive.
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ComponentDescription
In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
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In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
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NOTE Refer to the QuickPlay documentation for details on using
QuickPlay.
(3)
Media button
(4)
Wireless button*
(5)
Volume down button
If QuickPlay is not installed and the computer is
On, opens the music application or Media menu, allowing you to select
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a multimedia application.
Off, no function.
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In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
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In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
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If QuickPlay is installed and the computer is
On, opens the music application or Media menu, allowing you to select
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a multimedia application.
Off, opens the music application or the Media menu, allowing you to
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select a multimedia application.
In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
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In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
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Turns the wireless functionality on or off, but does not create a wireless
connection.
NOTE To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network
must already be set up.
Decreases system volume.
(6)
Volume mute button
(7)Volume up buttonIncreases system volume.
*This table describes default settings.
Mutes system sound.
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Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)
Wireless light
(2)
Power lights* (2)
(3)
Caps lock light
(4)
Battery light
(5)IDE (Integrated Drive
Electronics) drive light
(6)
Num lock light
(7)
Volume mute light
*There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the
computer is open; the other power light is always visible on the front of the computer.
On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on.
On: The computer is on.
Blinking: The computer is in standby.
Off: The computer is off or in hibernation.
On: Caps lock is on.
On: A battery pack is charging or is close to full charge capacity.
Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached
a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery
condition, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is
turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off
until the battery reaches a low-battery condition.
Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
On: System sound is turned off.
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Front components
ComponentDescription
(1)
Infrared lens
(2)
Speakers (2)
(3)
Display release latch
Links the computer to an optional remote control.
Produce system sound.
Opens the computer.
Rear components
ComponentDescription
(1)
Wireless light
On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on.
(2)
Vent*
*The computer has 3 vents. The other vents are located on the bottom of the computer.
Provides airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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 thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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.
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Right-side components
ComponentDescription
(1)
Audio-out (headphone) jack
(2)
Audio-in (microphone) jack
(3)
ExpressCard slot
(4)
USB port (select models only)
(5)
Optical drive
(6)
RJ-11 (modem) jack
(7)
Power connector
Produces system sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
NOTE On select models, the headphone jack can also be used to
output S/PDIF digital audio.
Connects an optional computer headset microphone or a microphone.
Supports optional ExpressCard/54 or ExpressCard/34 cards.
Connects an optional USB device.
Reads an optical disc.
Connects a modem cable.
Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter.
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Left-side components
ComponentDescription
(1)
Security cable slot
(2)
External monitor port
(3)
S-Video-out jack
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack
(5)
Expansion port 2
(6)
USB ports (2)
(7)
1394 port (select models only)
(8)PC Card slot (select models only) Supports optional Type I or Type II PC Cards.
(9)Digital Media Slot (select models
only)
(10)
PC Card slot eject button
Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Connects an external monitor.
Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder,
overhead projector, or video capture card.
Connects a network cable.
Connects the computer to an optional expansion product.
Connect an optional USB device.
Connects an optional IEEE 1394 device, such as a camcorder.
Supports 7 optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card,
Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick
(MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), SmartMedia (SM), and xD-Picture Card (XD).
Ejects the PC Card from the PC Card slot.
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Bottom components
ComponentDescription
(1)
Battery bay
(2)
Battery pack release latch
(3)
Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slots.
(4)
Hard drive bay
(5)
Vents (2)†
*Battery packs vary by model.
†The computer has 3 vents. One other vent is located on the rear of the computer.
Holds the primary battery pack.*
Releases the battery pack from the battery bay.
Holds the hard drive.
Enable airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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 thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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.
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Display components
ComponentDescription
Display release latch
Opens the computer.
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Wireless antennae (select models only)
On select computer models, there are at least 2 wireless antennae that send and receive wireless
device signals. They are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep
the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
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Additional hardware components
ComponentDescription
(1)
Battery pack*
(2)
AC adapter
(3)
Power cord*
(4)Country-specific modem cable
adapter (select models only)
(5)
Modem cable*
*Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Powers the computer when the computer is not connected to external power.
Converts AC power to DC power.
Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack.
Connects an internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a countryspecific modem adapter.
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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 the product name, serial number (S/N), and other specifics about the
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computer. Have this information available when you contact Customer Care. The service tag
label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Microsoft Windows Product Key. You may
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need the 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 memory module compartment.
Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency
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approval markings required by some of the countries 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 memory module compartment.
●Wireless certification labels—Provide information about optional wireless devices available on
select models, and the approval markings of some of the countries 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 the computer model includes one or more wireless devices,
a certification label is included with the computer. You may need this information when traveling
internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the memory module compartment.
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Specifications
Operating environment
The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or
transport the computer in extreme environments.
FactorMetricU.S.
Temperature
Operating
Nonoperating-20˚C to 60˚C-4˚F to 140˚F
Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Operating
Nonoperating5% to 95%5% to 95%
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)
Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*)
Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*)-15 m to 12,192 m-50 ft to 40,000 ft
*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for altitude.
10˚C to 35˚C50˚F to 95˚F
10% to 90%10% to 90%
-15 m to 3,048 m-50 ft to 10,000 ft
Rated input power
The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the
computer.
The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source.
Although the computer can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it should be powered
only with an AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer.
The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications.
Input PowerRating
Operating voltage18.5 V dc to 19.0 V dc
Operating current3.5 A or 4.74 A or 4.9 A
This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding
240 V rms.
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Expansion port input/output signals
The expansion port signal information in this section may be helpful if you plan to use an optional
expansion product that connects to the expansion port on the computer.
The expansion port is illustrated in the "
Left-side components" section.
The following table identifies the input and output signals supported by the expansion port on the
computer.
FeatureSupport
USB 2.0Yes
10/100 EthernetYes
Gigabit EthernetNo
IEEE 1394 (4-pin port)Yes
Infrared (for remote control only)Yes
Power inputs65W - 135W maximum
Composite TV*Yes
S-Video TVYes
Component TV*No
S/PDIF audioYes
DVINo
Headphone/speaker audio-outYes
Microphone audio-inYes
* Requires the use of an optional expansion product.
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TouchPad
The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad.
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse
functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and doubleclicking.
(2)
Left TouchPad button*
(3)
TouchPad scroll zone*
(4)Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external
*This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start >Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse.
Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Scrolls up or down.
mouse.
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Using the TouchPad
To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want the
pointer to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an
external mouse. To scroll up and down using the TouchPad vertical scroll area, slide your finger up
or down over the white lines.
Using an external mouse
An external USB mouse can be connected to the computer using one of the USB ports on the
computer. A USB mouse can also be connected to the system using the connectors on an optional
expansion product.
Setting TouchPad preferences
Mouse Properties in Microsoft® Windows® allows you to customize settings for pointing devices,
including
TouchPad tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an object or twice to
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double-click an object (enabled by default).
Edge motion, which enables you to continue to scroll even though your finger has reached the
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edge of the TouchPad (disabled by default).
Button preference, which allows you to switch between left-hand and right-hand use (right-hand
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preference is enabled by default).
Other features, such as mouse speed preferences and mouse trails, are also found in Mouse
Properties.
To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse.
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Keyboard
The following sections provide information on the keyboard features of the notebook.
Hotkeys
Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the function keys (3).
The icons on the f1 through f12 keys represent the hotkey functions. Hotkey functions and
procedures are discussed in the following sections.
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Hotkey quick reference
FunctionKey Combination
Display and clear system information.
Open the Help and Support Center.
Open the Print Options window.
Open a Web browser.
Switch the screen image between the computer display
and an external display.
Initiate standby.
Initiate QuickLock.
Decrease screen brightness.
Increase screen brightness.
Play, pause, or resume an audio CD or a DVD.
Stop an audio CD or a DVD.fn+f10
Play the previous track or section on an audio CD or a
DVD.
Play the next track on an audio CD or a DVD.fn+f12
fn+esc
fn+f1
fn+f2
fn+f3
fn+f4
fn+f5
fn+f6
fn+f7
fn+f8
fn+f9
fn+f11
Hotkey procedures
To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard, either
Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command.
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– or –
Press and hold down the fn key, briefly press the second key of the hotkey command, and then
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release both keys at the same time.
Display and clear system information (fn+esc)
Press fn+esc to display information about system hardware components and the system BIOS
version number. Press fn+esc a second time to remove the system information from the screen.
In the Windows fn+esc display, the version of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is
displayed as the BIOS date. On some computer models, the BIOS date is displayed in decimal
format. The BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number.
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