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Getting Started

HP Notebook

Development Company, L.P.

Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

Second Edition: May 2011

Document Part Number: 636684-002

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 that is pre-installed 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 for 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 .....................................................................................................................	4
Top .......................................................................................................................................................	4
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................	4
Lights ...................................................................................................................................	5
Buttons .................................................................................................................................	6
Keys .....................................................................................................................................	7
Front .....................................................................................................................................................	8
Right side .............................................................................................................................................	8
Left side ................................................................................................................................................	9
Display ................................................................................................................................................	11
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................	12
3 Networking ....................................................................................................................................................	13
Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................	14
Connecting to a wireless network .......................................................................................................	14
Connecting to an existing WLAN .......................................................................................	15
Setting up a new WLAN network .......................................................................................	15
Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................	16
Protecting your WLAN .......................................................................................	16
4 Keyboard and pointing devices ...................................................................................................................	17
Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................	18
Using the action keys .........................................................................................................	18
Using pointing devices .......................................................................................................................	20
Setting pointing device preferences ...................................................................................	20
Using the TouchPad ..........................................................................................................	20
Turning the TouchPad off and on ......................................................................	21
Navigating .........................................................................................................	21
Selecting ...........................................................................................................	22
Using TouchPad gestures ..................................................................................................................	22

Scrolling .............................................................................................................................	23
Pinching/Zooming ..............................................................................................................	23
Rotating .............................................................................................................................	24
5 Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................	25
Inserting or removing the battery ........................................................................................................	25
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ...............................................................................................	27
Removing the hard drive ....................................................................................................	27
Installing a hard drive .........................................................................................................	28
Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................	29
Updating programs and drivers ..........................................................................................................	33
Routine care .......................................................................................................................................	33
Cleaning the display ..........................................................................................................	33
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard ..............................................................................	33
6 Backup and recovery ....................................................................................................................................	34
Restore ...............................................................................................................................................	35
Creating restore media .......................................................................................................................	35
Performing a system restore ..............................................................................................................	36
Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ..............................	36
Restoring using the restore media .....................................................................................	37
Changing the computer boot order ....................................................................................	38
Backing up and recovering your information ......................................................................................	38
Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................	39
Using Windows system restore points ...............................................................................	40
When to create restore points ...........................................................................	40
Create a system restore point ...........................................................................	40
Restore to a previous date and time .................................................................	40
7 Customer support .........................................................................................................................................	41
Contacting customer support .............................................................................................................	42
Labels .................................................................................................................................................	43
8 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................	44
Input power .........................................................................................................................................	44
Operating environment .......................................................................................................................	45
Index ...................................................................................................................................................................	46

1 Welcome

●Finding information

After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:

●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Finding information on page 2.

●Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is pre-installed 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.

●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 17 for additional information.

●Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive—Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to Backup and recovery on page 34.

●Find installed software—Access a list of the software that is 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.

Finding information

The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.

Resources	For information about

Quick Setup poster	●	How to set up the computer
	● Help to identify computer components

Getting Started	●	Computer features
To access this guide:	●	How to connect to a wireless network
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.	●	How to use the keyboard and pointing devices
– or –	●	How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory
Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP		modules
Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP	●
Documentation.	●	How to perform a backup and recovery
	● How to contact customer support
	●	Computer specifications

HP Notebook Reference Guide	●	Power management features
To access this guide:	●	How to maximize battery life
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.	●	How to use the multimedia features of the computer
– or –	●	How to protect the computer
Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP	●	How to care for the computer
Documentation.	● How to update the software
	● How to update the software

Help and Support	●	Operating system information
To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and	●	Software, driver, and BIOS updates
Support.	●	Troubleshooting tools
NOTE: For countryor region-specific support, go to	●	Troubleshooting tools
NOTE: For countryor region-specific support, go to	●	How to access technical support
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or	●	How to access technical support
region, and follow the on-screen instructions.

Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices	●	Regulatory and safety information
To access this guide:	●	Battery disposal information
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

– or –

Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP

Documentation.

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Resources	For information about

Safety & Comfort Guide	● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits
To access this guide:	● Electrical and mechanical safety information
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
– or –
Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP
Documentation.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.

Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet	HP support telephone numbers
This booklet is provided with your computer.

HP Web site

To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/ support.

●Support information

●Ordering parts and finding additional help

●Software, driver, and BIOS updates

●Accessories available for the device

Limited Warranty*	Warranty information
To access the warranty:
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides >
View Warranty Information.
– or –
Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP
Documentation > View Warranty Information.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.

*You may find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the electronic guides on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. Some countries/regions may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box. In countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed copy at http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:

●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA

●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy

●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507

Please include your product number, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name, and postal address.

Finding information

2 Getting to know your computer

●Top

●Front

●Right side

●Left side

●Display

●Bottom

Top

TouchPad

Component		Description

(1)	TouchPad light	●	Off: The TouchPad is on.
		●	Amber: The TouchPad is off.

(2)	TouchPad button	Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the
		TouchPad button to turn the TouchPad on and off.

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Component		Description

(3)	Left TouchPad button	Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

(4)	TouchPad zone	Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
		screen.

(5)	Right TouchPad button	Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

Lights

Component		Description

(1)	TouchPad light	● Off: The TouchPad is on.
		● Amber: The TouchPad is off.

(2)	Caps lock light	● White: Caps lock is on.
		● Off: Caps lock is off.

(3)	Power light	● On: The computer is on.
		● Blinking: The computer is in Sleep state.
		● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

(4)	Wireless light	● 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

(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 a function key, the num lk 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)	Action keys	Execute frequently used system functions.

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Front

Component	Description

Speakers (2)	Produce sound

Right side

Component		Description

(1)	Optical drive	Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.

(2)	Optical drive light	Green: The optical drive is being accessed.

(3)	USB port	Connects an optional USB device.

(4)	AC adapter light	● Blinking white: The battery is low.
		● Solid white: The computer is connected to external
		power.
		● Amber: The computer is charging the battery.
		● Off: The computer is not connected to external power.

(5)	Power connector	Connects an AC adapter.

(6)	Security cable slot	Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
		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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Left side

Component		Description

(1)	External monitor port	Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

(2)	Vents (2)	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.

(3)	RJ-45 (network) jack	Connects a network cable.

(4)	HDMI port	Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
		high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
		component.

(5)	USB ports (2)	Connect optional USB devices.

(6)	Audio-in (microphone) jack	Connects an optional computer headset microphone,
		stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.

(7)	Audio-out (headphone) jack	Produces sound when connected to optional powered
		stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, 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 and Environmental Notices.
		NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
		computer speakers are disabled.

(8)	Digital media slot	Supports the following optional digital card formats:
		●	MultiMedia Card (MMC)
		●	Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

Left side

Component		Description

(9)	Hard drive light	● White: The hard drive is being accessed.

(10)	Power light	●	White: The computer is on.
		●	Blinking white: The computer is in Sleep mode.

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