HP (Hewlett-Packard) 6460b, LQ164AW, LJ527UT, LQ174AW, WX557AV User Manual
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HP Notebook
Reference Guide
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Second Edition: March 2011
First Edition: June 2010
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This reference guide describes features
that are common to most models. Some
features may not be available on your
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Safety warning notic e
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 Standa rd for Safety of Information Technology E qui pme nt (IE C 6095 0) .
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
Finding more information about your new computer ..................... ... ..................... ... ..................... ... .... 1
2 Networking (select models only) ......................... ..... ..... ..... ..... .............................. ..... ..... ..... ......................... 2
Creating a wireless connection ............................................................................................................ 2
Using a WLAN ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) ............................................................................... 7
Using GPS (select models only) ................ ....... ....... ..... ........................................................................ 8
Using Bluetooth wireless devices ......................................................................................................... 8
Connecting to a wired network ............................................................................................................. 9
Identifying wireless and network status icons ...................................................................... 2
Turning wireless devices on or off ....................................................................................... 4
Using HP Connection Manager (select models only) .......................................................... 4
Using operating system controls .......................................................................................... 4
Connecting to an existing WLAN ......................................................................................... 5
Setting up a new WLAN ................................... ..... ....... ..... .................................. ...... ..... ...... 6
Protecting your WLAN ......................................................................................................... 6
Roaming to another network ................................................................................................ 6
Inserting a SIM ..................................................................................................................... 7
Removing a SIM .................................................................................................................. 8
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ............................................................... 8
Using a modem (select models only) ................................................................................... 9
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only) ........................................ 13
Connecting a modem cable ................................................................................ 9
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter ....................... 11
Selecting a location setting ............ ..... ...... ..... ..... .............................. ..... ...... ..... 11
Viewing the current location selection .............................................. 11
Adding new locations when traveling .............................. .... ............. 12
3 Multimedia ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Using the media activity controls ............ .... .... ..... .......................................................... ..... .... ............ 15
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Audio .................... .............................................. ..... .... ... .... ................................................................ 15
Adjusting the volume .......... ... ... .. .... ................................. ... ... ... ... .................................. .. .. 16
Checking audio functions on the computer ........................................................................ 16
Webcam (select models only) ........... ........................................ .... ... .... ... ........................................... 18
Video .................... .... ...................................................................... ... ..... .... ... ..................................... 19
4 Power management ...................................................................................................................................... 22
VGA ................................................................................................................................... 19
HDMI .................................................................................................................................. 20
Configuring audio for HDMI ............................................................................... 20
Intel Wireless Display (select models only) ....................................................... 21
Shutting down the computer ......................................................................................... ..... ................. 22
Setting power options ......................................................................................................................... 23
Using Power Assistant (select models only) ...................................................................................... 27
Using battery power ............. ... .... ... ... ................... ... .... ... ... ...................................... .... .. ... .................. 27
Using external AC power .................................................................................................................... 30
Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 23
Initiating and exiting Sleep ................................................................................ 23
Initiating and exiting Hibernation ....................................................................... 23
Using the power meter ....................................................................................................... 24
Using power plans ............................................................................................................. 24
Viewing the current power plan ......................................................................... 24
Selecting a different power plan ........................................................................ 24
Customizing power plans ........ ... ... .................... ... .... ... ... ................................... 25
Setting password protection on wakeup ............................................................................ 25
Finding additional battery information ................................................................................ 27
Using Battery Check .......................................................................................................... 28
Displaying the remaining battery charge ........................................................................... 28
Maximizing battery discharge time ...... .............................. .. ... .. .. ....................................... 28
Managing low battery levels .............................................................................................. 28
Identifying low battery levels ............................................................................. 28
Resolving a low battery level ....................... ..... ................................................. 29
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 29
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ... 29
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available .... 29
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit
Hibernation .......................................... ... .. ... ... .................................. 2 9
Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 29
Storing a battery ................................................................................................................ 30
Disposing of a used battery ............................................................................................... 30
Replacing the battery ..................... .... ................................................................................ 30
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Testing an AC adapter ....................................................................................................... 32
Switching between graphics modes (select models only) .................................................................. 32
5 External cards and devices .......................................................................................................................... 33
Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only) ....................................................................... 33
Inserting a digital card ........................................................................................................ 33
Removing a digital card ..................................................................................................... 34
Using PC Cards (select models only) ................................................................................................. 34
Using ExpressCards (select models only) .......................................................................................... 37
Using smart cards (select models only) ............................................................................................. 39
Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 40
Using 1394 devices (select models only) ...... .... .... .... ............................................ .... .... .... ... .............. 41
Using an eSATA device (select models only) ..... ... .. ... ... ............................... .. ... .. ... ........................... 42
Using a serial device (select models only) ......................................................................................... 44
Using optional external devices ........... ...... ..... ....... ...... .................................... ....... ...... ..... ................. 44
Configuring a PC Card ............................... ...... .................................. ..... ....... ..... ..... .......... 35
Inserting a PC Card ........................................................................................................... 36
Removing a PC Card ......................................................................................................... 37
Configuring an ExpressCard .................. ..... ..... ....... ........................................................... 37
Inserting an ExpressCard ............... ... ................... ... ... ... .... ..................................... ... ... ... .. 3 8
Removing an ExpressCard ............................................. ..... .... .... ..... .... ........................... .. 39
Inserting a smart card ........................................................................................................ 40
Removing a smart card ...................................................................................................... 40
Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 41
Removing a USB device .................................................................................................... 41
Connecting a 1394 device ................................................................................................. 42
Removing a 1394 device ................................................................................................... 42
Connecting an eSATA device ............... .... .... ............................ ... ..... .... ..... ........................ 43
Removing an eSATA device .............................................................................................. 43
Using optional external drives ............................................................................................ 44
Using the expansion port (select models only) .................................................................. 45
Using the docking connector (select models only) ............................................................ 45
6 Drives ............................. .... .... ............................. .... ..... ..... .... ................................. ........................................ 47
Handling drives ................... ..... ...... ....... ..................................... ..... ....... ...... ..... .................................. 47
Using hard drives ............... ... ........................................ ... .. ... .... ......................................................... 48
Improving hard drive performance .............. .... ..... .... .... ................................................... ... 48
Using Disk Defragmenter .................................................................................. 48
Using Disk Cleanup ........................................................................................... 48
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) .................................................................. 49
Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status ........... .............. .. ... .. .. ............................. . 49
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Managing power with a parked hard drive ........................................................ 49
Using HP 3D DriveGuard software ................................................................... 50
Using optical drives (select models only) ..... .... ... ..................................... ... ... .... .. .............................. 50
Identifying the installed optical drive .................................................................................. 50
Inserting an optical disc ................ ................... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ... .. 50
Tray load ................ .... ... ... ... ...................................... ... ... .... ... ........................... 50
Slot load ............................................................................................................ 51
Removing an optical disc ................................................................................................... 51
Tray load ................ .... ... ... ... ...................................... ... ... .... ... ........................... 51
Slot load ............................................................................................................ 53
Sharing optical drives ........................................................................................................ 54
Using RAID (select models only) ........................................................................................................ 54
7 Security ........................... ....... ..... ..... ..... ..... ................................. ...... ..... ..... ..... ...... ........................................ 55
Protecting the computer ............. .... ... ..................... .... ... .... .... .......................................... ... ................ 55
Using passwords ................... .................................................... ... ..... .... .... ......................................... 56
Setting passwords in Windows .......................................................................................... 56
Setting passwords in Computer Setup .............................................................................. 57
Managing a BIOS administrator password .. .. ... ................ ... ............... ... ................ ... ......... 57
Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock pas s word ............ .. ............ .. ............ .. ............ .. .. . 58
Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLock ............................................................................. 61
Using antivirus software ......... .... ... .... ... ..................... .... ... .... .... .......................................... ................ 63
Using firewall software ....................................................................................................................... 64
Installing critical security updates ......... ..... ..... ............................. .... ..... ..... ..... .................................... 65
Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only) ......................................................... 66
Installing an optional security cable .................................................................................................... 67
Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) .......... .......................... ..... .... ..... .... ......................... 68
Locating the fingerprint reader .............. ..... ... ..................................................... ..... .... ..... .. 68
Entering a BIOS administrator password .......................................................... 58
Setting a DriveLock password ................................................ ..... ..... ..... ..... ....... 59
Entering a DriveLock password ........................................................................ 60
Changing a DriveLock password ...................................................................... 60
Removing DriveLock protection ........................................................................ 60
Enteri ng an Automatic DriveLock password ..................................................... 61
Removing Automatic DriveLock protection ....................................................... 61
When the disc tray opens normally .................................................. 52
When the disc tray fails to open normally ......................................... 52
8 Maintenance ..................... .... .... ................................................ ... ..... .... ... ...................................................... 69
Cleaning your computer ............. .... ... .... ... ........................................... ... .... ... .... ................................. 70
Cleaning products ........................................... ..... .... ..... ..... ................................................ 70
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Cleaning procedures ...................... ...................................................................... ..... ....... .. 70
Cleaning the display .................. ........................ ..... ... ..... .... ............................... 70
Cleaning the sides and cover ............... .... .... .... ............................................... .. 70
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................. 71
Cleaning a tablet PC pen and pen holder ......................................................... 71
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 71
Using SoftPaq Download Manager .................................................................................................... 72
9 Computer Setup (BIOS) and System Diagnostics ..................................................................................... 73
10 MultiBoot ..................................................................................................................................................... 77
Using Computer Setup ............. .... .... ..... ... .................................................. .... ..... ... .... ........................ 73
Starting Computer Setup ................................................................................................... 73
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup .......... ...... ..................................................... 73
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................... 74
Updating the BIOS ................................................... ..... ..... .... ..... ....................................... 75
Using System Diagnostics .................... .......................................................................... ..... ............... 76
About the boot device order ............................................................................................................... 77
Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup ...... ...................................... ... ... ... ... ................................. 78
Considering boot order changes ......... ... ............................................................ .... ... .... ... .................. 79
Choosing MultiBoot preferen ces ..... ... .... ... ........................................ ... .... ... .... ................................... 80
Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup ..................................................................... 80
Dynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt ................................................. 80
Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt .................................................................................. 81
Entering MultiBoot Express preferences ........................................................................... 81
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................... 75
Downloading a BIOS update ............................................................................. 75
11 Management ................................................................................................................................................ 82
Using Client Management Solutions ......................................... ... ... .... ... ............................................ 82
Using Intel Active Management Technology (select models only) ..................................................... 86
Appendix A Traveling with the computer ......................................................... ... .... ..... .... ............................. 89
Configuring and deploying a software image ..................................................................... 82
Managing and updating software ....................................................................................... 83
HP Client Manager for Altiris (select models only) ............................................ 83
HP CCM (Client Configuration Manager) (select models only) ......................... 85
HP SSM (System Software Manager) ............................................................... 85
Enabling the iAMT solution ................................................................................................ 87
Using the MEBx setup utility menus .................................................................................. 87
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Appendix B Troubleshooting resources ................ ... ... .................................... .. ... ... ... .................................. 91
Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge ............................. .......................... ... ..... .... .... ....................................... 92
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 93
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1 Introduction
This guide contains general information about HP notebook computers.
NOTE: Some of the features described in this guide may not be av ail abl e on you r co mpu t er .
Finding more information about your new computer
The following user guides and reference material are provided with your computer, either in print, on
the computer hard drive, or on an optical disc or SD Card:
Setup Instructions poster—Guides you through setting up your computer and turning it on. The
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poster is included in the box with the computer.
NOTE: Refer to the p
Getting Started—Contains information about your computer, including product-specific features,
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backup and recovery, mainte nanc e, and s pec ifi cat io ns.
Help and Support—Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting
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tools, and technical support. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. For
country- or region-sp eci fi c sup por t, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or
region, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Safety & Comfort Guide—Descri bes p roper wo rk st ati on setup and proper posture, health, an d
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work habits for computer users. It als o pr ovides important electrical and mec ha nic al safety
information. To access thi s gui de, se lec t Start > Help and Support > User Guides. This guide
is also available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo.
oster for the location of your user guides and reference material.
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices—Contains safety and regulatory information, and
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battery disposal information. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User
Guides.
Finding more information about your new computer 1
2 Networking (select models only)
Your computer supports two types of Internet access:
Wireless—Refer to Creating a wireless connection on page 2.
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Wired—Refer to Connecting to a wired network on page 9.
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NOTE: You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet.
Creating a wireless connection
Your computer may be equipp ed with on e or more of the fol lowi ng wi re les s dev ices :
Wireless l ocal area network (WLAN) dev ice
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HP Mobile Broadband Module (wireless wide area network (WWAN) device)
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Bluetooth® device
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For more information on wirel es s technol ogy , re fer to the in for ma tion an d Web s ite li nks provided in
Help and Support.
Identifying wireless and network status icons
Windows® 7
Icon Name Description
Wireless (connected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on.
Wireless (disconnected) Indicates that all wireless devices are off.
HP Connection Manager
(select models only)
Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to the network.
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Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to create and manage
WWAN connections (select models only), and monitor the status of WLAN
and Bluetooth connections.
Network (disabled/
disconnected)
Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to a network.
Network (disconnected) Indicates that network devices are not connected to a network.
Indicates that all network devices are disabled in Windows Control Panel.
Network (disabled/
disconnected)
Indicates that no wireless connections are available.
Windows Vista®
Icon Name Description
Wireless (connected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on.
Wireless (disconnected) Indicates that all wireless devices are off.
HP Connection Manager (select models only) Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to
Wireless network connection (connected) Indicates that one or more WLAN devices are connected to
Wireless network connection (disconnected) Indicates that one or more WLAN devices are not
create and manage WWAN connections (select models
only), and monitor the status of WLAN and Bluetooth
connections.
a network.
connected to a network.
Network status (connected) Connected to the wired network.
Network status (disconnected) Not connected to the wired network.
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Turning wireless devices on or off
You can use the wireless button or HP Connection Manager (select models only) to turn on and turn
off wireless devices.
NOTE: A computer may have a wireless button, a wireless switch, or a wireless key on the
keyboard. The term wireless button is used throughout this guide to refer to all types of wireless
controls. Refer to the Getting S tar ted gui de for i nfo rm atio n on iden tif yi ng the loc ati on of the wir el es s
button on your computer.
To turn off wireless devices using HP C onne cti on Ma nag er:
▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar, and then click the power bu tton ne xt to the des ir ed dev ice.
– or –
Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Connection Manager, and then click the power button
next to the desired device.
Using HP Connection Manager (select models only)
HP Connection Manager provides a central location for managing your wireless devices, an interface
for connecting to the Internet using HP Mobile Broadband, and an interface for sending and receiving
SMS (text) messages. HP Connection Manager allows you to manage the following devices:
Wireless local area network (WLAN)/WiFi
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Wireless wide area network (WWAN)/HP Mobile Broadband
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Bluetooth®
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HP Connection Manager provides information and notifications on connection status, power status,
SIM details, and SMS messages. Status information and notifications are provided in the notification
area, at the far right of the task bar.
To open HP Connection Manager:
Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the task bar.
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– or –
Click Start > All Programs > HP > HP Connection Manager.
For more information, refer to the HP Connection Manager software Help.
Using operating system controls
The Network and Sharing Center all ows you to set up a con nec ti on or net wor k, connect to a network,
manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems.
To use operating system co ntrols :
▲ Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
For more information, se lec t Start > Help and Support.
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Using a WLAN
A wireless connection connects the computer to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed of
other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point.
Connecting to an existing WLAN
Windows 7
1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on . (Ref er to Tur nin g wir ele ss de vices on or off on page 4).
2. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
3. Select your WLAN from the list.
4. Click Connect.
Windows Vista
1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on . (Ref er to Tur nin g wir ele ss de vices on or off on page 4.)
2. Select Start > Connect to.
3. Select your WLAN from the list.
If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a network security code.
Type the code, and then click OK to complete the connection.
NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point.
NOTE: If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, click Open Network and Sharing
Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. A list of options is displayed. You
can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network
connection.
If the network is unsecured, a warni ng is disp lay ed . Cl ick Con nect An yway to accept the
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warning and complete the connection.
If the network is a security-en abl ed WL AN, yo u are prom pted to en ter a netw or k secur it y
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code. Type the code, and then click Connect to complete the conne ct ion.
NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point.
NOTE: If
of available networks is disp layed. You can choose to connect to an exist ing network or you can
create a new network connection.
After the connection is made, yo u can plac e the mous e poi nter ove r the net wor k icon in the
notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, to verify the name and status of the connection.
NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN
lementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural
imp
barriers such as walls and flo ors .
you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, click Show all connections. A list
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Setting up a new WLAN
Required equipment:
● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (purchased separately) (1) and high-speed Internet
service purchased fro m an Inter ne t se rvi ce pr ov id er ( ISP )
● A wireless router (purchased separ at ely ) (2)
NOTE: Some cable modems include a built-in router. Check with your ISP to see if you need a
separate router.
● The wireless computer (3)
The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the
Internet.
NOTE: When setting up a wireless connection, be sure that your computer and wireless router are
synchronized. To synchronize your computer and wireless router, turn your computer and wireless
router off and then back on.
As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to
access the Internet.
For help in setting up your WLAN, refer to the inf or mati on pr ovided by your router manufacturer or
your ISP.
Protecting your WLAN
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect
your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and
airports may not provide any security. If you are concerned about the security of your computer in a
hotspot, limit your network activities to e-mail that is not confidential and basic Internet surfing.
Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected
signals. You can take the following precautions to protect your WLAN:
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Firewall—A firewall checks both data and requests for data that are sent to your network, and
discards any suspicious items. Firewalls are available in both software and hardware. Some
networks use a combination of both types.
Wireless encryption—W i- Fi Pro t ec ted Ac ce ss ( WPA ) us es security settings to enc r ypt an d
decrypt data transmitted over the network. WPA uses Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) to
dynamically generate a new key for ev ery pac ke t. I t also ge ner ate s dif fer ent se ts of key s for
each computer on the network.
Roaming to another network
When you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to that
network. If the attempt is successful, your computer is automatically connected to the new network. If
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Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you used initially to
connect to your WLAN.
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)
HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use wireless wide area networks (WWANs) to
access the Internet from more places a nd ove r la rge r areas th an it ca n by usi ng WL ANs. Using HP
Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which in most cases is a mobile phone
network provider.
When used with mobile network provider service, HP Mobile Broadband gives you the freedom to
stay connected to the Internet, sen d e-mai l, or co nnect to your corporate network whet her y ou are on
the road or outside the range of Wi-Fi ho tspots.
NOTE: You may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to activate mobile
broadband service. Refer to the Getting Started guide for the location of the serial number.
Some mobile network service providers require the use of a subscriber identity module (SIM). A SIM
contains basic information about you or your computer, such as a personal identification number
(PIN), as well as network information. Some computers include a preinstalled SIM. If the SIM is not
preinstalled, it may be included with the HP Mobile Broadband information provided with your
computer, or it may be provided separately by the mobile network service provider.
For information on inserting and removing the SIM, refer to Inserting a SIM on page 7 and
Removing a SIM on page 8.
For information on HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network
service provider, refer to the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer. For
additional information, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/mobilebroadband (U.S. only).
Inserting a SIM
NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide.
1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the
operating system.
2. Close the display.
3. Disconnect all exte rn al dev ic es conn ected to the computer.
4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Remove the battery.
6. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into the slot until it is firmly seated.
CAUTION: When
the computer. If a SIM is inserted incorrectly, it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector.
To reduce the risk of damage to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM.
7. Replace the battery.
NOTE: HP Mobile
inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the SIM slot on
Broadband is disabled if the battery is not replaced.
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8. Reconnect external power and external devices.
9. Turn on the computer.
Removing a SIM
NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide.
1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the
operating system.
2. Close the display.
3. Disconnect all exte rn al dev ic es conn ected to the computer.
4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Remove the battery.
6. Press in on the SIM, and then remove it from the slot.
7. Replace the battery.
8. Reconnect external power and external devices.
9. Turn on the computer.
Using GPS (select models only)
Your computer may be equipp ed w ith a Globa l Pos itioning System (GPS). GPS sat ellites deliver
location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped systems.
For more information, refer to the HP GPS and Location software Help.
Using Bluetooth wireless devices
A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable
connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following:
Computers
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Phones
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Imaging devices (cameras and printers)
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Audio devices
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Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network
(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to the
Bluetooth software Help.
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
HP does not recommend setting up one computer with Bluetooth as a host and using it as a gateway
through which other computers may connect to the Internet. When two or more computers are
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connected using Bluetooth, and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is enabled on one of the
computers, the other computers may not be able to connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth
network.
The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and
wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. The inability to consistently
connect two or more computers to share the Internet through Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth
and the Windows operatin g syste m.
Connecting to a wired network
Using a modem (select models only)
A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable
(purchased separately). In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is also
required. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are not
compatible with the modem.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a
modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack.
If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and
radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer.
Connecting a modem cable
1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.
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2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2).
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Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter
Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the
country or region in which yo u pur ch ase d the computer, you must obtain a countr y- or region-specific
modem cable adapter.
To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack,
follow these steps:
1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.
2. Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2).
3. Plug the modem cabl e adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack.
Selecting a location setting
Viewing the current location selection
Windows 7
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Click Clock, Language, and Region.
3. Click Region and Language.
4. Click the Location tab to display your location.
Windows Vista
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Click Clock, Language, and Region.
3. Click Regional and Language Options.
Your location is displa ye d unde r Loc ati on.
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Adding new locations when traveling
On a new computer, the only location setting available to the modem is a location setting for the
country or region in which you purch ase d t he com put er . As you trav el to dif fer ent co untr i es or
regions, set the internal modem to a location setting that meets the operating standards of the country
or region in which you are using the modem.
As you add new location settings, they are saved by the computer so that you can switch among
settings at any time. You can add multiple location settings for any country or region.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing your home country or region settings, do not delete your
current modem country or region settings. To enable modem use in other countries or regions while
preserving your home country or region configuration, add a new configuration for each location in
which you will use the modem.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of configuring the modem in a way that violates the
telecommunications regulations and laws of the country or region you are visiting, select the country
or region in which the computer is located. The modem may not function properly if the correct
country or region selectio n is not ma de.
Windows 7
1. Select Start > Device and Prin ters.
2. Right-click the dev ic e that r epres ents y ou r computer, and click Modem settings.
NOTE: You must set up an initial (cur r ent) l ocati on area code before you can view the Dialing
Rules tab.
when you click Modem settings.
3. Click the Dialing Rules tab.
4. Click New. The New Location window opens.
5. In the Location name box, type a name (such as home or work) for the new location setting.
6. Select a country or region from the Country/region list. (If you select a country or region that is
not supported by the modem, the country / regi on se lec t i on for USA or UK is dis pl aye d.)
If you do not have a location already set up, you are prompted to enter the location
7. Enter the area code, a carrier code (if necessary), and the number for an outside line (if
necessary).
8. Next to Dial using, click Tone or Pulse.
9. Click OK to save your new locatio n setting.
10. Do one of the following:
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To set your new location setting as the current location, click OK.
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● To select another location setting as the current location setting, select your preference
from the settings in the Location list, and then click OK.
NOTE: You can us
your own country or region as well as in other countries or regions. For example, you could
add a setting named Work that includes dialing rules for accessing an outside line.
e the preceding procedure to add location settings for places within
Windows Vista
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Click Hardware and Sound.
3. Click Phone and Modem Options.
4. Click the Dialing Rules tab.
5. Click New. The New Location window opens.
6. In the Location name box, type a name (such as home or work) for the new location setting.
7. Select a country or region from the Country/region list. (If you select a country or region that is
8. Enter the area code, a carrier code (if necessary), and the number for an outside line (if
9. Next to Dial using, click Tone or Pulse.
10. Click OK to save your new location setting.
11. Do one of the following:
not supported by the modem, the country / regi on se lec t i on for USA or UK is dis pl aye d.)
necessary).
To set your new location setting as the current location, click OK.
●
To select another location setting as the current location setting, select your preference
●
from the settings in the Location list, and then click OK.
NOTE: You can use the preceding procedure to add location settings for places within
your own country or region as well as in other countries or regions. For example, you could
add a setting named Work that includes dialing rules for accessing an outside line.
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only)
Connecting to a LAN require s an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purch ase d sep ar atel y). I f the network
cable contains noise suppression circui try (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio
reception, orient the circ ui tr y end of the ca ble (2) toward the computer.
To connect the network cable:
1. Plug the network cable in to the network jack (1) on the compu t er.
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2. Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2).
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a
modem cable or telephone cabl e into an RJ -45 (network) jack.
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3 Multimedia
Your computer may inclu de the fol low ing:
Integrated speaker (s)
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Integrated microp hone(s)
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Integrated webcam
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Preinstalled multime dia s oftware
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Multimedia buttons or keys
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Using the media activity controls
Depending on your computer model, you may have the following media activity controls that allow
you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewi nd a medi a file :
Media buttons
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Media hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key)
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Media keys
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Refer to the Getting S
tarted guide for information about your computer's media activity controls.
Audio
Your computer provide s a varie ty of audi o- re lat ed func ti ons :
Play music.
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Record sound.
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Download music from the Internet.
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Create multimedia presentations.
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Transmit sound and images wi th ins tant me ss agi ng pr ogr am s.
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Stream radio programs.
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Create (burn) audio CDs using the installed optical drive (select models only) or on an optional
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external optical drive (purchased separately).
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Adjusting the volume
Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:
● Volume buttons
● Volume hotkeys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key)
● Volume keys
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 th e Regula tory, Safety and
Environmental Noti ces .
NOTE: Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs.
NOTE: Refer to the Getting Started guide for information on what type of volume controls your
computer has.
Checking audio functions on the computer
NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a
setting free of background noi se.
Windows 7
To check the audio functions on your com pute r, fol low th ese s teps :
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
2. When the Sound window ope ns , cli ck the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any sound
To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder.
2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop.
3. Open a multimedi a program and play back the sound.
To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Sound.
Windows Vista
To check the audio functions on your com pute r, fol low th ese s teps :
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
2. When the Sound window ope ns , cli ck the Sounds tab. Under Pr ogr am , sel ect an y so und ev ent,
event, such as a beep or alarm, and click t he Test button.
You should hear sound throu gh the sp eak er s or through connected headphone s.
such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button.
You should hear sound throu gh the sp eak er s or through connected headphone s.
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To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder.
2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop.
3. Open a mul tim edi a pro gra m and pl ay bac k the s oun d.
To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select St
art > Control Panel > Audio.
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Webcam (select mod els only)
Some computers include an integrated webcam. With the preinstalled software, you can use the
webcam to take a photo or record a video. You can preview and save the photo or video recording.
The webcam software enable s you to exper i men t with the fol low ing fea tur es :
Capturing and sharing video
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Streaming video with instant message software
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● Taking still photos
For information on how to access the webcam, refer to the Ge ttin g St art ed gui de. For in for mation on
using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support.
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Video
Your computer may have one or more of the following external video ports:
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● HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
VGA
VGA
NOTE: Refer to the Getting Started guide for information about your computer's video ports.
The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA
display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer.
To connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port.
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NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to your Getting
Started guide.
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HDMI
The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition
television, or to any compatible digital or audio component.
NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased
separately).
One HDMI device can be connected to the HDMI port on the computer. The information displayed on
the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the HDMI device.
To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port:
1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, and then refer to the device
manufacturer’s instr uc tio ns fo r ad diti onal information.
NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, refer to your Getti
guide.
Configuring audio for HDMI
To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the
HDMI port on your computer. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows:
1. Right-cl ic k the Speakers icon in the notificat ion ar ea , at the far ri ght of the tas kb ar , and then
click Playback de vice s.
2. On the Playback tab, click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device (HDMI).
3. Click Set Default, and then click OK.
To return audi
1. Rig
2. On the Playback tab, click Speakers.
3. Click Set Default, and then click OK.
ht-click the Speakers icon in the notification ar ea , at the far ri ght of the tas kb ar, and t hen
click Playback de vice s.
o to the computer speakers, follow these steps:
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