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Third Edition: May 2012
First Edition: February 2012
Document Part Number: 676765-003
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).
Finding your hardware and software information ................................................................................. 5
Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Top ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
3 Illustrated parts catalog ............................................................................................................................... 15
Service tag ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Computer major components ............................................................................................................. 16
Creating recovery media to recover the original system .................................................... 84
What you need to know ..................................................................................... 84
Creating the recovery media ............................................................ 85
Creating system restore points .......................................................................................... 85
What you need to know ..................................................................................... 85
Creating a system restore point ........................................................................ 85
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Backing up system and personal information .................................................................... 85
Tips for a successful backup ............................................................................. 86
What you need to know ..................................................................................... 86
Creating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore .................................. 86
Restore and recovery ......................................................................................................................... 87
Restoring to a previous system restore point .................................................................... 87
Restoring specific files ....................................................................................................... 87
Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore ............................ 87
Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager ........................................... 87
What you need to know ..................................................................................... 87
Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only) ......................... 88
Recovering using the recovery media ............................................................... 88
Changing the computer boot order ................................................... 89
8 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 90
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................ 90
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................... 90
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 93
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to a headphone
jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Display
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(2)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)HP TrueVision HD webcamRecords video, captures still photographs, allows you to
(4)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate
*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, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety,and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.
with WLANs.
Display9
Top
TouchPad
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on or off.
(2)TouchPad light●On: The TouchPad is off.
Off: The TouchPad is on.
●
(3)TouchPad zoneMoves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates
items on the screen.
(4)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
Power light●White: The computer is on.
Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
●
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
●
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
NOTE: For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from inactivity.
Mute light
Wireless light
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.
letters.
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Buttons and speakers
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2) Speakers (2)Produce sound.
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.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and 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 see the HP User Guide.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed
(3)
(4)b keyEnables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in
(5)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
(6)
Windows® logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
with the fn key.
in combination with the esc key or the b key.
combination with the fn key.
Opens Beats Audio Control Panel, which allows you to
view and control all audio settings. Beats Audio is an
enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled
bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats audio is
enabled by default.
NOTE: You can also open the Beats Audio Control Panel
by selecting Start > Control Panel > Hardware and
Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel.
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Bottom
Item ComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)
(3)Integrated subwooferProvides superior bass sound.
(4)Vents (4)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(5) Wireless module
(6)
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay and opens the service door.
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.
compartment
Hard drive bay
and memory module
compartment
Holds the WLAN device.
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless
module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by
the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message,
remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact
customer support through Help and Support.
The service door provides access to the hard drive bay and memory
module compartment.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag. The service tag is located inside the battery bay. See
on page 34 for battery removal instructions.
Battery
ItemDescriptionFunction
(1)Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of
the computer.
(2)Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to
each product.
(3)Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the
product's hardware components. The part number
helps a service technician to determine what
components and parts are needed.
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty
(5)Model description (select models only)This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate
period for the computer.
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
Service tag15
Computer major components
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly
spare part information, see
(2)Keyboard (includes keyboard cable):
In black finish for use in Canada676649-DB1
In black finish for use in India676649-D61
In black finish for use in Japan676649-291
In black finish for use in Latin America676649-161
In black finish for use in South Korea676649-AD1
In black finish for use in Taiwan676649-AB1
In black finish for use in Thailand676649-281
In black finish for use in the United States676649-001
In linen white finish for use in Canada676650-DB1
In linen white finish for use in India676650-D61
In linen white finish for use in Japan676650-291
In linen white finish for use in Latin America676650-161
In linen white finish for use in South Korea676650-AD1
Display assembly subcomponents on page 20.
In linen white finish for use in Taiwan676650-AB1
In linen white finish for use in Thailand676650-281
In linen white finish for use in the United States676650-001