HP Pavilion DV4-1547, Pavilion DV4-1292, Pavilion DV4-2040, Pavilion DV6-1350, Pavilion DV4-1540 Notebook Tour

Notebook Tour

User Guide

© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.

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or omissions contained herein.

First Edition: November 2008

Document Part Number: 505965-001

Product notice

This user guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your computer.

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 contact
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 Identifying hardware

2 Components

Top components ................................................................................................................................... 2

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 2

Lights ................................................................................................................................... 3

Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader ............................................................................ 4

Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 5

Display ................................................................................................................................. 6

Front components ................................................................................................................................ 8

Rear component ................................................................................................................................... 9

Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 9

Left-side components ......................................................................................................................... 10

Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 11

Wireless antennae .............................................................................................................................. 12

Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 13

3 Labels

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 16

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1 Identifying hardware

To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps:

1. Select Start > Computer > System properties.

2. In the left pane, click Device Manager.

You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.

NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.

You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information.

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2 Components

Top components

TouchPad

Component Description

(1) TouchPad light

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White: TouchPad is enabled.

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Amber: TouchPad is disabled.

(2) TouchPad* 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) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.

(5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.

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

*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Mouse.

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Lights

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) Power lights (2)*

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On: The computer is on.

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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

(2) Battery light

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On: A battery is charging.

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Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level or a critical battery level.

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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 level.

(3) Drive light

●

Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive (select models only)
is being accessed.

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On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily
parked the internal hard drive, and if present, the hard drive
in the SmartBay.

(4) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

(5) Volume mute light

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White: Computer sound is turned on.

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Amber: Computer sound is turned off.

(6) Volume down light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker

volume.

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Component Description

(7) Volume up light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker

volume.

(8) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.

(9) Wireless light

●

Blue: 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.

*The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The
power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.

Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.

(2) Power button*

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When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the
computer.

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When the computer is on, briefly press the button to initiate
Sleep.

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Component Description

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When the computer is in the Sleep state, briefly press the
button to exit Sleep.

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When the computer is in Hibernation, briefly press the button
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 Maintenance > Power Options.

(3) MediaSmart button Launches the MediaSmart program (for models with MediaSmart

preinstalled).

NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon

password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. MediaSmart
launches after you log on. Refer to Help and Support for more
information.

(4) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.

(5) Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to decrease

volume and to the right to increase volume. You can also tap the
minus sign on the scroll zone to decrease volume, or tap the plus
sign on the scroll zone to increase volume.

(6) Previous/rewind button

●

Plays the previous track or chapter when the button is pressed
once.

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Rewinds media when the button is pressed simultaneously
with the fn key.

(7) Play/pause button Plays or pauses media.

(8) Next/fast forward button

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Plays the next track or chapter when the button is pressed
once.

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Fast forwards media when pressed simultaneously with the

fn key.

(9) Stop button Stops playback.

(10) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a

wireless connection.

NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a

wireless connection.

(11) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.

*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.

Keys

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

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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 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) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.

(6) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in

combination with the fn key.

Display

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

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Component Description

(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is

turned on.

(2) Internal digital dual array microphones (2) Record sound.

(3) Integrated webcam light (select models only) On: The integrated webcam is in use.

(4) Integrated webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.

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Front components

Component Description

(1) Power light

●

On: The computer is on.

●

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

●

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

(2) Battery light

●

On: A battery is charging.

●

Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level or a critical battery level.

●

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 level.

(3) Drive light

●

Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive (select models only)
is being accessed.

●

On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily
parked the internal hard drive, and if present, the hard drive
in the SmartBay.

(4) Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control (select models

only).

(5) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array

microphone, or monaural microphone.

(6) Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo

speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.

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Rear component

Component Description

Vent Enables 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.

Right-side components

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component Description

(1) SmartBay Supports an optical drive or hard drive.

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

(3) TV antenna/cable jack (select models only) Connects a TV antenna, a digital cable device, or a satellite device

that receives standard or high-definition TV broadcasts.

(4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) Connects a modem cable.

(5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

Rear component 9

Left-side components

Component Description

(1) 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.

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

(3) Expansion port 3 Connects the computer to an optional docking device or optional

expansion product.

NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The term

expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.

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

(5) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.

(6) eSATA/USB port Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an

eSATA external hard drive, or connect an optional USB device.

(7) Digital Media Slot light On: A digital card is being accessed.

(8) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats:

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Memory Stick (MS)

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Memory Stick Pro (MSP)

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MultiMediaCard (MMC)

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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

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xD-Picture Card (XD)

(9) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCard/54 cards.

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Bottom components

Component Description

(1) Hard drive and WLAN module compartment Holds the hard drive and the wireless LAN (WLAN) module.

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 technical support through
Help and Support.

(2) SmartBay release latch Releases the SmartBay module.

(3) Memory module compartment Contains the 2 memory module slots.

(4) Mini Card compartment On select models, holds a wireless WAN (WWAN) module and/or

the TV tuner card.

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 technical support through
Help and Support.

(5) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.

(6) SIM slot (select models only) Contains a subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is

located inside the battery bay.

(7) Battery bay Holds the battery.

(8) Vents (3) 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.

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Wireless antennae

Component Description

(1) WWAN antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

wide-area networks (WWAN).

(2) WLAN antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

local area networks (WLAN).

*The antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennae free from obstructions.

To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental
Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.

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Additional hardware components

Component Description

(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.

(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.

(3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into

external power.

*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

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3 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 important information including:

◦

Product Name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook.

◦

Serial Number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric number that is unique to each product.

◦

Part Number/Product Number (p/n) (3). 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.

◦

Model Description (4). This is the most important number you need to locate documents,
drivers, and support for your notebook.

Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed
to the bottom of the computer.

●

Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may 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
affixed inside the battery bay.

●

Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency
approval markings required by some of the countries or regions 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 hard drive bay.

●

Wireless certification label(s) (select models only)—Provide information about optional wireless
devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions 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 your computer model includes one or more wireless devices,
one or more certification labels are included with your computer. You may need this information
when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the Mini Card
compartment.

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SIM (subscriber identity module) label (select models only)—Provides the ICCID (Integrated Circuit
Card Identifier) of your SIM. This label is located inside the battery bay.

●

HP Broadband Wireless Module serial number label—Provides the serial number of your HP
Broadband Wireless Module. This label is located inside the battery bay.

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Index

A

AC adapter, identifying 13
antennae 12
applications key, Windows 6
audio-in (microphone) jack,

identifying 8

audio-out (headphone) jacks,

identifying 8

B

battery bay, identifying 11
battery light, identifying 3, 8
battery release latch,

identifying 11
battery, identifying 13
bays

battery 11, 14

hard drive 11
Bluetooth label 14
buttons

MediaSmart 5

next/fast forward 5

play/pause 5

power 4

previous/rewind 5

stop 5

TouchPad 2

TouchPad on/off 2

volume mute 5

wireless 5

C

caps lock light, identifying 3
Certificate of Authenticity label 14
compartments

memory module 11

Mini Card 11
components

additional hardware 13

bottom 11

front 8
left-side 10
rear 9
right-side 9

top 2
connector, power 9
cord, power 13

D

digital dual array microphones,

identifying 7

Digital Media Slot light,

identifying 10
Digital Media Slot, identifying 10
display switch, identifying 7
drive light, identifying 3, 8

E

eSATA/USB port, identifying 10
esc key, identifying 6
expansion port, identifying 10
ExpressCard slot, identifying 10
external monitor port,

identifying 10

F

fingerprint reader, identifying 5
fn key, identifying 6
function keys, identifying 6

H

hard drive bay, identifying 11
HDMI port, identifying 10
headphone (audio-out) jacks 8
HP Broadband Wireless Module

serial number label 15

I

infrared lens, identifying 8

integrated webcam light,

identifying 7
integrated webcam, identifying 7
internal digital dual array

microphones, identifying 7
internal display switch,

identifying 7

J

jacks

audio-in (microphone) 8
audio-out (headphone) 8
RJ-11 (modem) 9
RJ-45 (network 10
TV antenna/cable 9

K

keypad keys, identifying 6
keys

esc 6
fn 6
function 6
keypad 6
Windows applications 6
Windows logo 6

L

labels

Bluetooth 14
HP Broadband 15
Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity 14
modem approval 14
regulatory 14
service tag 14
SIM 15
wireless certification 14
WLAN 14

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latch

battery release 11
SmartBay release 11

lights

battery 3, 8
caps lock 3
Digital Media Slot 10
drive 3, 8
integrated webcam 7
mute 3
num lock 4
power 3, 8
TouchPad 2
volume down 3
volume mute 3
volume up 4
wireless 4

M

media activity buttons,

identifying 5
MediaSmart button, identifying 5
memory module compartment,

identifying 11
microphone (audio-in) jack 8
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

label 14
Mini Card compartment,

identifying 11
modem approval label 14
monitor port, external 10
mute button, identifying 5
mute light, identifying 3

N

next/fast forward button,

identifying 5
num lock light, identifying 4

O

operating system

Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity label 14

Product Key 14

P

play/pause button, identifying 5
ports

eSATA/USB 10
expansion 10
external monitor 10

HDMI 10

USB 9
power button, identifying 4
power connector, identifying 9
power cord, identifying 13
power lights, identifying 3, 8
previous/rewind button,

identifying 5
Product Key 14
product name and number,

computer 14

R

regulatory information

modem approval label 14
regulatory label 14
wireless certification labels 14

RJ-11 (modem) jack,

identifying 9
RJ-45 (network) jack,

identifying 10

S

scrolling regions, TouchPad 2
security cable slot, identifying 10
serial number, computer 14
service tag 14
SIM label 15
SIM slot, identifying 11
slots

Digital Media 10
ExpressCard 10
memory module 11
security cable 10
SIM 11

SmartBay release latch,

identifying 11
SmartBay, identifying 9
speakers, identifying 4
stop button, identifying 5

T

TouchPad

buttons 2
identifying 2

scrolling regions 2
TouchPad light, identifying 2
TouchPad on/off button 2
traveling with the computer

modem approval label 14

wireless certification labels 14

TV antenna/cable jack,

identifying 9

U

USB ports, identifying 9

V

vents, identifying 9, 11
volume down light, identifying 3
volume mute button, identifying 5
volume mute light, identifying 3
volume scroll zone, identifying 5
volume up light, identifying 4

W

webcam, identifying 7
Windows applications key,

identifying 6
Windows logo key, identifying 6
wireless antennae 12
wireless button, identifying 5
wireless certification label 14
wireless light, identifying 4
WLAN antennae, identifying 12
WLAN label 14
WLAN module 11, 14
WWAN antennae, identifying 12
WWAN module 11

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