Pavilion DV5002
HP Pavilion DV5002, Pavilion DV5000t, Pavilion DV5003, Pavilion DV5005, Pavilion DV5006 User Manual
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Notebook PC User Guide
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First Edition October 2005
Document Part Number: 397381-001
Table of contents
1 Notebook Tour
Components............................................................................................................................................1
Top components ....................................................................................................................2
Keys.......................................................................................................................2
TouchPad...............................................................................................................3
Buttons and switches.............................................................................................4
Lights......................................................................................................................6
Front components ..................................................................................................................7
Rear components ...................................................................................................................7
Right-side components ..........................................................................................................8
Left-side components .............................................................................................................9
Bottom components .............................................................................................................10
Display components .............................................................................................................11
Wireless antennae (select models only) ..............................................................................12
Additional hardware components.........................................................................................13
Labels....................................................................................................................................14
Specifications.........................................................................................................................................15
Operating environment ........................................................................................................15
Rated input power ................................................................................................................15
Expansion port input/output signals......................................................................................16
2 TouchPad and Keyboard
TouchPad..............................................................................................................................................17
Using the TouchPad ............................................................................................................18
Using an external mouse .....................................................................................................18
Setting TouchPad preferences ............................................................................................18
Keyboard...............................................................................................................................................19
Hotkeys ................................................................................................................................19
Hotkey quick reference .......................................................................................20
Hotkey procedures...............................................................................................20
Display and clear system information (fn+esc) ...................................................20
Open the Help and Support Center (fn+f1) .........................................................21
Open the Print Options window (fn+f2) ...............................................................21
Open a Web browser (fn+f3) ...............................................................................21
Switch the screen image (fn+f4) .........................................................................22
Initiate standby (fn+f5) ........................................................................................22
Initiate QuickLock (fn+f6) ....................................................................................23
Decrease screen brightness (fn+f7) ....................................................................23
Increase screen brightness (fn+f8) .....................................................................23
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Play, pause or resume an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f9) .......................................23
Stop an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f10) ..................................................................23
Play previous track or section of an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f11) ......................23
Play next track or section of an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f12) .............................23
Quick Launch Buttons software............................................................................................24
Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons control panel............................................24
Setting tiling preferences......................................................................................24
Setting advanced preferences.............................................................................24
Displaying the Quick Launch Buttons icon..........................................25
Setting button assignments on an external keyboard.........................25
Keypads ................................................................................................................................................26
Using the embedded numeric keypad .................................................................................26
Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad......................................26
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad................................27
Using an external numeric keypad ......................................................................................27
Enabling or disabling num lock mode as you work .............................................27
3 Power
Power control and light locations ..........................................................................................................29
Power sources ......................................................................................................................................31
Connecting the AC adapter..................................................................................................32
Standby and hibernation........................................................................................................................33
Standby ................................................................................................................................33
Hibernation ...........................................................................................................................33
Initiating standby, hibernation or shutdown..........................................................................34
When you leave your work...................................................................................34
When a reliable power supply is unavailable ......................................................34
When using wireless communication or readable or writable media (select
models only).........................................................................................................35
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
Processor performance controls ..........................................................................................................41
Battery packs.........................................................................................................................................42
Inserting or removing a battery pack....................................................................................42
Charging a battery pack........................................................................................................43
Monitoring the charge of the battery pack ..........................................................44
Obtaining accurate charge information ..............................................44
Displaying charge information on the screen......................................44
Viewing charge displays.....................................................44
Interpreting charge indicators.............................................44
Managing low-battery conditions .........................................................................................45
Identifying low-battery conditions.........................................................................45
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Low-battery condition..........................................................................45
Critical low-battery condition ..............................................................45
Resolving low-battery conditions.........................................................................46
When external power is available.......................................................46
When a charged battery pack is available..........................................46
When no power source is available....................................................46
When the computer cannot restore from hibernation..........................46
Calibrating a battery pack.....................................................................................................47
When to calibrate.................................................................................................47
How to calibrate...................................................................................................47
Step 1: Charging the battery pack ......................................................47
Step 2: Discharging the battery pack..................................................48
Step 3: Recharging the battery pack...................................................49
Conserving battery power.....................................................................................................49
Conserving power as you work............................................................................49
Selecting power conservation settings.................................................................50
Storing a battery pack ..........................................................................................................50
Disposing of a used battery pack .........................................................................................50
4 Drives
Drive care..............................................................................................................................................51
IDE drive light........................................................................................................................................52
Hard drive..............................................................................................................................................53
Optical drives.........................................................................................................................................56
Inserting an optical disc........................................................................................................57
Removing an optical disc (with power).................................................................................58
Removing an optical disc (without power)............................................................................59
Avoiding standby or hibernation ..........................................................................................60
5 Multimedia
Multimedia Hardware.............................................................................................................................61
Using the optical drive........................................................................................................
...61
Identifying the installed optical drive....................................................................61
Inserting an optical disc........................................................................................62
Removing an optical disc (with power)................................................................63
Removing an optical disc (without power)...........................................................64
Using media activity hotkeys................................................................................................65
Using the QuickPlay buttons.................................................................................................66
Using the audio features.......................................................................................................68
Using the audio-in (microphone) jack .................................................................69
Using the audio-out (headphone) jack ................................................................69
Using S/PDIF digital audio (select models only)..................................................69
Adjusting the volume ...........................................................................................70
Using the video features.......................................................................................................71
Using the external monitor port............................................................................71
Using the S-Video-out jack .................................................................................72
Remote Control (Select Models Only) .................................................................................73
HP Mobile Remote Control (PC Card version) ...................................................74
Inserting the battery (PC Card version) ..............................................74
Storing the remote control in the PC Card slot ..................................77
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Button quick reference (PC Card version) .........................................78
HP Mobile Remote Control (PC Card version) component
functions .............................................................................................80
HP Mobile Remote Control (ExpressCard version) ............................................81
Inserting the battery (ExpressCard version) ......................................81
Storing the remote control in the ExpressCard slot ...........................84
Button quick reference (ExpressCard version) ..................................85
HP Mobile Remote Control (ExpressCard version) component
functions .............................................................................................88
Troubleshooting the remote control ....................................................................88
Multimedia software...............................................................................................................................89
Identifying preinstalled multimedia software.........................................................................89
Installing multimedia software from a CD (select models only)............................................89
Using multimedia software....................................................................................................90
Using QuickPlay software.....................................................................................................90
Protecting playback...............................................................................................................91
Protecting the CD or DVD write process..............................................................................91
Changing DVD region settings.............................................................................................92
Observing the copyright warning..........................................................................................92
6 External Media Cards
Digital Media Slot cards (select models only).......................................................................................93
Inserting a digital card...........................................................................................................94
Stopping or removing a digital card......................................................................................95
PC Cards (select models only)..............................................................................................................96
Configuring a PC Card..........................................................................................................96
Inserting a PC Card..............................................................................................................97
Stopping or removing a PC Card..........................................................................................97
ExpressCards........................................................................................................................................99
Selecting an ExpressCard....................................................................................................99
Configuring an ExpressCard.................................................................................................99
Inserting an ExpressCard...................................................................................................100
Stopping or removing an ExpressCard...............................................................................102
7 External Devices
Using a USB device.............................................................................................................................103
Connecting a USB device...................................................................................................103
Stopping a USB device.......................................................................................................104
Required USB software......................................................................................................104
Using a 1394 device (select models only)...........................................................................................105
Connecting a 1394 device..................................................................................................105
Stopping a 1394 device......................................................................................................105
Required 1394 software......................................................................................................105
Using the expansion port.....................................................................................................................106
8 Memory Modules
Adding or replacing memory modules.................................................................................................107
Effects of increasing memory..............................................................................................................111
Video memory settings (select models only).......................................................................................112
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9 Wireless (Select Models Only)
Wireless features ................................................................................................................................113
Identifying an 802.11 wireless device .................................................................................................113
Wireless controls ................................................................................................................................114
802.11 wireless devices (select models only) ....................................................................................115
Setting up a WLAN in your home ......................................................................................116
Connecting to a WLAN in your home ................................................................................117
Connecting to a public WLAN ............................................................................................117
Using wireless security features ........................................................................................117
Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) ................................................................................118
Wireless device status states .............................................................................................................119
Turning on the devices ......................................................................................................120
Turning off and disabling the devices ................................................................................121
10 Modem and Local Area Network
Modem ................................................................................................................................................123
Connecting the modem cable ............................................................................................124
Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter .......................................................125
Selecting a location setting ................................................................................................125
Viewing the current country selection ...............................................................125
Adding new locations when traveling ................................................................126
Solving travel connection problems ..................................................................127
Using preinstalled communication software ......................................................................128
Local area networks ...........................................................................................................................129
11 Security
Security features .................................................................................................................................131
Passwords ..........................................................................................................................................132
Guidelines for setting passwords .......................................................................................132
Passwords set in Windows ................................................................................................133
QuickLock ..........................................................................................................133
Passwords set in the Setup Utility .....................................................................................134
Administrator password .....................................................................................134
Managing an administrator password ..............................................135
Entering an administrator password .................................................135
Power-on password ..........................................................................................135
Managing a power-on password ......................................................136
Entering a power-on password ........................................................136
DriveLock password ..........................................................................................137
Setting a DriveLock password ..........................................................138
Entering a DriveLock password .......................................................139
Changing a DriveLock password .....................................................139
Removing DriveLock protection .......................................................140
Device security ..................................................................................................140
Antivirus software ...............................................................................................................................141
Firewall software .................................................................................................................................141
Critical updates ...................................................................................................................................141
Optional security cable .......................................................................................................................142
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12 Setup Utility
Setup Utility access ............................................................................................................................143
Setup Utility language .........................................................................................................................144
Setup Utility defaults ...........................................................................................................................145
Setup Utility menus .............................................................................................................................146
Main menu .........................................................................................................................146
Security menu ....................................................................................................................146
Advanced menu .................................................................................................................147
Tools menu ........................................................................................................................147
13 Software Updates and Recovery
Software updates ................................................................................................................................149
HP Software Update ..........................................................................................................149
Software updates and the HP Web site .............................................................................150
Accessing computer information .......................................................................150
Downloading a BIOS update .............................................................................151
Installing a BIOS update ...................................................................................152
Downloading and installing other software .......................................................153
System recovery .................................................................................................................................154
Safeguarding your information ...........................................................................................154
Using System Restore .......................................................................................................154
Creating a restore point .....................................................................................154
Restoring to a restore point ...............................................................................155
Reinstalling applications ....................................................................................................155
Reinstalling applications from the hard drive ....................................................155
Reinstalling applications from discs ..................................................................155
Repairing the operating system .........................................................................................156
Reinstalling the operating system ......................................................................................157
Back up your system .........................................................................................157
Reinstall the operating system ..........................................................................158
Reinstalling device drivers and other software ..................................................................159
Update reinstalled software ..............................................................................159
14 Routine Care
Hardware maintenance ......................................................................................................................161
Battery pack .......................................................................................................................162
Disposing of a used battery pack ......................................................................................162
TouchPad and keyboard ....................................................................................................163
Display .......................................................................................................................
........163
Drives .................................................................................................................................164
Using Disk Defragmenter ..................................................................................164
Using Disk Cleanup ...........................................................................................164
Regular tune-ups ................................................................................................................................165
Traveling and shipping .......................................................................................................................166
15 Troubleshooting
Quick checklist ....................................................................................................................................167
The computer will not start up. ...........................................................................................167
The computer screen is blank. ...........................................................................................168
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The software is functioning abnormally. ............................................................................168
The computer is turned on, but is not responding. ............................................................169
The computer is extremely warm. .....................................................................................169
An external device is not working. .....................................................................................169
The computer cannot connect to a wireless local area network (WLAN). ........................170
Customer Care ...................................................................................................................................171
Preparing to contact Customer Care .................................................................................171
Contacting Customer Care by e-mail or telephone ...........................................................171
Taking the computer to a service partner ..........................................................................171
16 Electrostatic discharge
Preventing electrostatic discharge .....................................................................................................173
Handling drives ..................................................................................................................173
Handling internal components ...........................................................................................173
Grounding methods ............................................................................................................................174
Index....................................................................................................................................................................175
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1 Notebook Tour
Components
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
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 Microsoft 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.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(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*
Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)
TouchPad scroll zone*
Scrolls up or down.
(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.
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Buttons and switches
Component Description
(1)
Power button*
When the computer is
●
Off, press to turn on the computer.
●
On, press to enter hibernation.
●
In standby, briefly press to exit standby.
●
In hibernation, briefly press to exit hibernation.
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.
(2)
DVD button
If QuickPlay is not installed and the computer is
●
On, opens the default DVD application to start a DVD in the optical
drive.
●
Off, no function.
●
In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
●
In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
If QuickPlay is installed and the computer is
●
On, opens the default DVD application to start a DVD in the optical
drive.
●
Off, opens QuickPlay to start a DVD in the optical drive.
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Component Description
●
In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
●
In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
NOTE Refer to the QuickPlay documentation for details on using
QuickPlay.
(3)
Media button
If QuickPlay is not installed and the computer is
●
On, opens the music application or Media menu, allowing you to select
a multimedia application.
●
Off, no function.
●
In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
●
In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
If QuickPlay is installed and the computer is
●
On, opens the music application or Media menu, allowing you to select
a multimedia application.
●
Off, opens the music application or the Media menu, allowing you to
select a multimedia application.
●
In standby, resumes from standby into Windows.
●
In hibernation, restores from hibernation into Windows.
(4)
Wireless button*
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.
(5)
Volume down button
Decreases system volume.
(6)
Volume mute button
Mutes system sound.
(7) Volume up button Increases system volume.
*This table describes default settings.
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Lights
Component Description
(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)
Power lights* (2)
On: The computer is on.
Blinking: The computer is in standby.
Off: The computer is off or in hibernation.
(3)
Caps lock light
On: Caps lock is on.
(4)
Battery light
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.
(5) IDE (Integrated Drive
Electronics) drive light
Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
(6)
Num lock light
On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
(7)
Volume mute light
On: System sound is turned off.
*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.
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Front components
Component Description
(1)
Infrared lens
Links the computer to an optional remote control.
(2)
Speakers (2)
Produce system sound.
(3)
Display release latch
Opens the computer.
Rear components
Component Description
(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*
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.
*The computer has 3 vents. The other vents are located on the bottom of the computer.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1)
Audio-out (headphone) jack
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.
(2)
Audio-in (microphone) jack
Connects an optional computer headset microphone or a microphone.
(3)
ExpressCard slot
Supports optional ExpressCard/54 or ExpressCard/34 cards.
(4)
USB port (select models only)
Connects an optional USB device.
(5)
Optical drive
Reads an optical disc.
(6)
RJ-11 (modem) jack
Connects a modem cable.
(7)
Power connector
Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter.
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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
may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
(2)
External monitor port
Connects an external monitor.
(3)
S-Video-out jack
Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder,
overhead projector, or video capture card.
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack
Connects a network cable.
(5)
Expansion port 2
Connects the computer to an optional expansion product.
(6)
USB ports (2)
Connect an optional USB device.
(7)
1394 port (select models only)
Connects an optional IEEE 1394 device, such as a camcorder.
(8) PC Card slot (select models only) Supports optional Type I or Type II PC Cards.
(9) Digital Media Slot (select models
only)
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).
(10)
PC Card slot eject button
Ejects the PC Card from the PC Card slot.
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Bottom components
Component Description
(1)
Battery bay
Holds the primary battery pack.*
(2)
Battery pack release latch
Releases the battery pack from the battery bay.
(3)
Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slots.
(4)
Hard drive bay
Holds the hard drive.
(5)
Vents (2)†
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.
*Battery packs vary by model.
†The computer has 3 vents. One other vent is located on the rear of the computer.
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Display components
Component Description
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
Component Description
(1)
Battery pack*
Powers the computer when the computer is not connected to external power.
(2)
AC adapter
Converts AC power to DC power.
(3)
Power cord*
Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
(4) Country-specific modem cable
adapter (select models only)
Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack.
(5)
Modem cable*
Connects an internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a countryspecific modem adapter.
*Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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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
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
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 memory module compartment.
●
Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency
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.
Factor Metric U.S.
Temperature
Operating
10˚C to 35˚C 50˚F to 95˚F
Nonoperating -20˚C to 60˚C -4˚F to 140˚F
Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Operating
10% to 90% 10% to 90%
Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95%
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)
Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*)
-15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft
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.
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 Power Rating
Operating voltage 18.5 V dc to 19.0 V dc
Operating current 3.5 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.
Feature Support
USB 2.0 Yes
10/100 Ethernet Yes
Gigabit Ethernet No
IEEE 1394 (4-pin port) Yes
Infrared (for remote control only) Yes
Power inputs 65W - 135W maximum
Composite TV* Yes
S-Video TV Yes
Component TV* No
S/PDIF audio Yes
DVI No
Headphone/speaker audio-out Yes
Microphone audio-in Yes
* Requires the use of an optional expansion product.
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2 TouchPad and Keyboard
TouchPad
The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad.
Component Description
(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*
Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)
TouchPad scroll zone*
Scrolls up or down.
(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.
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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
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TouchPad tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an object or twice to
double-click an object (enabled by default).
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Edge motion, which enables you to continue to scroll even though your finger has reached the
edge of the TouchPad (disabled by default).
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Button preference, which allows you to switch between left-hand and right-hand use (right-hand
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
Function Key Combination
Display and clear system information.
fn+esc
Open the Help and Support Center.
fn+f1
Open the Print Options window.
fn+f2
Open a Web browser.
fn+f3
Switch the screen image between the computer display
and an external display.
fn+f4
Initiate standby.
fn+f5
Initiate QuickLock.
fn+f6
Decrease screen brightness.
fn+f7
Increase screen brightness.
fn+f8
Play, pause, or resume an audio CD or a DVD.
fn+f9
Stop an audio CD or a DVD. fn+f10
Play the previous track or section on an audio CD or a
DVD.
fn+f11
Play the next track on an audio CD or a DVD. fn+f12
Hotkey procedures
To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard, either
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Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command.
– or –
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Press and hold down the fn key, briefly press the second key of the hotkey command, and then
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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