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Setting touch screen preferences

To set preferences for visual feedback, select 

Start

 > 

Control Panel

 > 

Sounds, Speech, and

Audio Devices

 > 

Pen and Touch

. These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the

computer.

To set preferences for left-handed or right-handed users, select 

Start

 

>

 

Control Panel

 

>

 

Sounds,

Speech, and Audio Devices

 

>

 

Tablet PC Settings

 

 > 

 

Other

 tab. These preferences are specific

to the touch screen and the computer.

To set pointing device preferences such as pointer speed, click speed, and mouse trails, select

Start

 > 

Control Panel

 > 

Printers and Other Hardware

 > 

Mouse

. These preferences apply to any

pointing device in the system.

To change or test click settings:

1.

Select 

Start

 > 

Control Panel

 > 

Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices

 > 

Pen and Touch

 > 

Pen

Options

 tab.

2.

Under 

Pen Actions

, select the action and then click 

Settings

.

3.

After making any changes or testing the settings, click 

OK

.

To change or create flick assignments:

1.

Select 

Start

 > 

Control Panel

 > 

Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices

 > 

Pen and Touch

 >

Flicks

 tab

2.

Click 

Navigational flicks and editing flicks

, and then click 

Customize

.

3.

Follow the on-screen instructions to change or create a flick assignment.

4.

Click 

OK

.

Using the keyboard

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Summary of Contents for 1010nr - Mini - Atom 1.6 GHz

Page 1: ...Mini User Guide ...

Page 2: ... products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition December 2009 Document Part Number 584521 001 Product notice This user guide describes features that are common t...

Page 3: ...llow another hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety o...

Page 4: ...iv Safety warning notice ...

Page 5: ...nal hardware components 11 Identifying the labels 11 3 Power management Setting power options 13 Using power saving states 13 Initiating and exiting Standby 13 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 14 Using power schemes 14 Viewing the current scheme 14 Selecting a different power scheme 15 Customizing power schemes 15 Setting password protection upon exiting Standby 15 Using external AC power 15 Con...

Page 6: ...y recharge the battery 22 Step 5 Reenable Hibernation and Standby 22 Conserving battery power 22 Storing a battery 22 Disposing of a used battery 23 Shutting down the computer 23 4 Internet Connecting to a wired network 25 Connecting to a wireless network 26 Using wireless devices 26 Identifying wireless and network status icons 26 Using the wireless controls 27 Using the wireless action key 27 Us...

Page 7: ...passwords 47 Passwords set in Windows 48 Passwords set in Setup Utility 48 Administrator password 49 Managing an administrator password 49 Entering an administrator password 49 Power on password 49 Managing a power on password 50 Entering a power on password 50 Using antivirus software 51 Using firewall software 52 Installing critical updates 53 7 Digital cards Inserting a digital card 54 Stopping...

Page 8: ... 66 Handling drives 66 Using external drives 67 Using optional external devices 68 11 Memory modules 12 Updating software Updating the BIOS 74 Determining the BIOS version 74 Downloading a BIOS update 74 Updating programs and drivers 76 13 Changing QuickWeb settings Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 77 14 Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility 78 Using Setup Utility 78 Changing the language of Setup U...

Page 9: ...Setup Utility menus 80 Main menu 80 Security menu 80 System Configuration menu 80 Diagnostics menu 81 Index 82 ix ...

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Page 11: ...your computer includes QuickWeb it allows you to quickly browse the Internet view digital photos listen to music or keep in touch using e mail instant messages or Skype select models only without having to start your main operating system QuickWeb is also referred to as Instant On Software IOS NOTE To disable or reenable QuickWeb refer to the Changing QuickWeb settings chapter You can access the s...

Page 12: ...lick an icon on the QuickWeb Home screen to launch a program To start QuickWeb from Microsoft Windows Select Start Turn Off Computer Restart Your computer restarts and displays the HP QuickWeb Home screen NOTE To learn more about HP QuickWeb refer to the software Help included with QuickWeb 2 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 13: ...ct 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 computer configurations using Device Manager Top components TouchPad Component Description 1 TouchPad on off button Turns the TouchPad on and off Quickly double tap the button to turn the TouchPad on and off 2 TouchPad Moves the ...

Page 14: ...anel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse Lights Component Description 1 TouchPad light On The TouchPad is disabled Off The TouchPad is enabled 2 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 3 Mute light On Speaker sound is off 4 Wireless light White An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on NOTE Wireless devices are enabled at the factory O...

Page 15: ... used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key 3 Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer Front components Component Description 1 Speakers 2 Produce sound Identifying the hardware 5 ...

Page 16: ...n When the computer is in Standby briefly slide the switch to exit Standby When the computer is in Hibernation briefly slide the switch to exit Hibernation If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective slide and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer To learn more about your power settings select Start Control Panel Performanc...

Page 17: ... error When the battery reaches a critical battery level the battery light begins blinking rapidly Amber A battery is charging White The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged 3 External monitor port Connects an optional external display such as a monitor or projector to the computer 4 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The computer fan starts u...

Page 18: ... optional headset microphone NOTE When an audio component is connected to the jack the computer speakers are disabled The audio component cable must have a 4 conductor connector Display components Component Description 1 Internal display switch Initiates Standby if the display is closed while the power is on NOTE The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer 2 Webcam light On ...

Page 19: ...bay Holds the battery Removing the bottom panel Removing the bottom panel allows access to the memory module compartment SIM card insertion slot regulatory label and other important components To remove the bottom panel 1 Disconnect the computer from AC power 2 Remove the battery 1 NOTE For more information refer to the section Inserting or removing the battery later in this chapter 3 Press the in...

Page 20: ...Pull away the bottom panel 3 Wireless antennas Component Description WWAN antennas 2 Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks WWANs 10 Chapter 2 Knowing the parts ...

Page 21: ... or region To access these notices select Start Help and Support User Guides Additional hardware components Component Description 1 Power cord Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power 3 Battery Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country Identifying the labels Th...

Page 22: ...icity Contains the Windows Product Key You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system This certificate is located under the bottom panel of the computer To access the regulatory label in your computer refer to the section Removing the bottom panel earlier in this chapter Regulatory label Provides regulatory information about the computer including the following Informa...

Page 23: ... writing to a disc or an external media card NOTE You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is in Standby or in Hibernation Initiating and exiting Standby The system is set at the factory to initiate Standby after 10 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 25 minutes of inactivity when running on external power Power ...

Page 24: ...ibernation the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working NOTE If you have set a password to be required when the computer exits Hibernation you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen Using power schemes A power scheme is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power Power schemes can help you c...

Page 25: ...d then click Adjust Power Properties 2 Click the Advanced tab 3 Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby check box 4 Click Apply Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through an approved AC adapter WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the AC adapter provided with the computer a replacement AC adapter provided by HP or a compatible AC adapter p...

Page 26: ...taching a 2 pin adapter The grounding pin is an important safety feature To connect the computer to external AC power follow these steps 1 Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3 Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged i...

Page 27: ...the taskbar or Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Meter tab Most charge indicators report battery status as both a percentage and as the number of minutes of charge remaining The percentage indicates the approximate amount of charge remaining in the battery The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery if the battery continues to p...

Page 28: ...own on a flat surface 2 Slide the battery release latches 1 to release the battery and then remove the battery 2 Charging a battery WARNING Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use but it charges faster when the computer i...

Page 29: ... there is a battery error Amber A battery is charging White The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power Maximum discharge time gradually shortens as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades Tips for maximizing battery discharge time Decrea...

Page 30: ...ged battery 3 Turn on the computer Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available Initiate Hibernation or Save your work and shut down the computer Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation follow these steps 1 Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power 2 Exit Hibernat...

Page 31: ...the battery is being discharged The battery can discharge whether or not you are using the computer but the battery will discharge faster while you are using it If you plan to leave the computer unattended during the discharge save your information before beginning the discharge procedure If you use the computer occasionally during the discharge procedure and have set energy saving timeouts expect...

Page 32: ...wer Select low power use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel Turn off wireless and local area network LAN connections and exit modem software when you are not using them Disconnect external devices that are not plugged into an external power source when you are not using them Stop disable or remove any external media cards that you are not using Use the f2 and f3 action keys to...

Page 33: ...e the computer When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port When the computer is unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period To shut down the computer follow these steps NOTE If the computer is in Standby or in Hibernation you must first exit Standby or Hibernation before shutdown is possible 1 Save your work and close all open prog...

Page 34: ...et by connecting to a broadband network using the RJ 45 network jack Wireless For mobile Internet access you can use a wireless connection To learn about setting up a wireless network or adding your computer to an existing network refer to the Connecting to a wireless network section 24 Chapter 4 Internet ...

Page 35: ...m TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end of the cable 2 toward the computer To connect the network cable WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ 45 network jack 1 Plug the network cable into the network jack 1 on the computer 2 Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack 2 Connecting ...

Page 36: ...her Bluetooth enabled devices such as computers phones printers headsets speakers and cameras In a PAN each device communicates directly with other devices and devices must be relatively close together typically within 10 meters approximately 33 feet of each other The computer supports the following IEEE industry standards 802 11b the first popular standard supports data rates of up to 11 Mbps and...

Page 37: ...rn on or turn off all of the wireless devices simultaneously Using HP Connection Manager software select models only Connection Manager allows you to manage your Internet profiles SMS Short Message Service messaging connection devices and methods and edit additional settings To start Connection Manager 1 Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar ...

Page 38: ...tely To show the on off controls 1 Double click the Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar 2 Click Properties 3 Select the Independent controls for installed wireless devices check box and then click Apply 4 Click Turn off or Turn on to control each wireless device separately Using a WLAN With a WLAN device you can access a wireless local area network WLAN...

Page 39: ...at make the public environment more secure and anonymous If you are concerned about the security of your computer in a hotspot limit your network activities to noncritical e mail and basic Internet surfing When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access The common security levels are Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Perso...

Page 40: ...secure place before closing the network Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN follow these steps 1 Be sure that the WLAN device is on If it is on the wireless is white If the wireless light is off press the f12 action key to turn on the wireless connection 2 Click Start Connect To and then click wireless Network Connection 3 Select the network to which you want to connect and click Connect I...

Page 41: ...that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations Hotspotlist and Geektools Check with each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements 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 W...

Page 42: ...ery bay of your computer Some mobile network operators require the use of a subscriber identity module SIM A SIM contains basic information about you such as a personal identification number PIN as well as network information Some computers include a SIM that is preinstalled in the battery bay If the SIM is not preinstalled it may be provided in the packet of HP Mobile Broadband information provid...

Page 43: ...isabled 9 Reconnect external power 10 Reconnect external devices 11 Turn on the computer Removing a SIM To remove a SIM 1 Shut down the computer If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation turn the computer on by sliding the power switch Then shut down the computer through the operating system 2 Close the display 3 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 4 U...

Page 44: ...battery and the back cover NOTE For more information on replacing the battery and the bottom panel refer to the section Removing the bottom panel earlier in this guide 9 Reconnect external power 10 Reconnect external devices 11 Turn on the computer 34 Chapter 4 Internet ...

Page 45: ... the following Computers desktop notebook PDA Phones cellular smart phone Imaging devices printer camera Audio devices headset speakers 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 Using Bluetooth wireless devices 35 ...

Page 46: ...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 Mini 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 ...

Page 47: ...ng to music Integrated webcam that allows you to capture photographs and videos Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music movies and pictures The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your computer Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of ...

Page 48: ...tures still photographs NOTE To capture videos you need to install additional webcam software 3 Internal microphone Records sound 4 Speakers 2 Produce sound 5 Volume mute action key f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound 6 Volume up action key f10 Increases speaker volume 38 Chapter 5 Multimedia ...

Page 49: ... The audio component must have a 4 conductor connector Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following computer volume action keys To decrease volume press the volume down action key f9 1 To increase volume press the volume up action key f10 2 To mute or restore volume press the volume mute action key f11 3 Windows volume control a Click the Volume icon in the notification area ...

Page 50: ...teps to add it a Select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Sounds and Audio Devices Volume tab b Select the Place volume icon in the taskbar check box c Click Apply Program volume control Volume can also be adjusted within some programs 40 Chapter 5 Multimedia ...

Page 51: ...hapter of a DVD or BD press the previous track action key f5 1 To pause or resume playing the disc press the play pause action key f6 2 To stop the disc press the stop action key f7 3 To play the next track of an audio CD or the next chapter of a DVD or BD press the next track action key f8 4 Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software Depending on the hardware and ...

Page 52: ...Media Player select models only click Windows Media Player NOTE Some programs may be located in subfolders Installing multimedia software from the Internet To install multimedia software from the Internet go to the software manufacturer s Web site and follow the instructions NOTE Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses Refer to the Security chapter for more information 42 Chapter...

Page 53: ...hat supports both audio out headphone and audio in microphone Be sure that the external device cable is securely connected to the jack on your computer Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device NOTE A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your c...

Page 54: ...one and record sound in a setting free of background noise To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer right click the Volume icon on the taskbar or select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Sounds and Audio Devices 44 Chapter 5 Multimedia ...

Page 55: ...onitor or projector to the external monitor port on the computer To connect an external monitor or projector 1 Connect the optional VGA cable to the external monitor port on the computer 2 Connect the external monitor or projector to the other end of the cable NOTE If a properly connected external monitor or projector does not display a screen image press f4 to transfer the image to the external d...

Page 56: ... record video and capture still photographs NOTE To record videos you need to install additional webcam software To access the webcam 1 Select Start My Computer and then double click the camera icon 2 Click Take a new picture to take a picture NOTE The picture is automatically saved in the My Documents folder 46 Chapter 5 Multimedia ...

Page 57: ...thorized access to data Firewall software Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility BIOS settings and other system identification information Administrator password Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure you...

Page 58: ...For additional information about Windows passwords such as screen saver passwords select Start Help and Support Passwords set in Windows Password Function Administrator password Protects administrator level access to computer contents NOTE This password cannot be used to access Setup Utility contents User password Protects access to a Windows user account It also protects access to the computer co...

Page 59: ...Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To change an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To delete an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save ...

Page 60: ...nge a power on password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To delete a power on password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your changes and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit Exit Saving ...

Page 61: ...uter Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of free updates It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software and for purchasing extended update service are provided within the program To access Norton Internet Security or to get m...

Page 62: ...ctivity and automatic monitoring of all incoming and outgoing traffic Refer to the firewall user guide or contact your firewall manufacturer for more information NOTE Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games interfere with printer or file sharing on a network or block authorized e mail attachments To temporarily resolve the problem disable the firewall perform the tas...

Page 63: ...ilable after the computer was shipped To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer observe these guidelines Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your computer Use the update link at Start All Programs Windows Update Run Windows Update at regular intervals such as once a month Obtain updates to Windows and other Microsoft programs as they are released from ...

Page 64: ... xD Picture card Inserting a digital card CAUTION To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer do not insert any type of adapter into the Digital Media Slot CAUTION To prevent damage to the digital card connectors use minimal force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the digital card label side up with the connectors toward the computer 2 Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot and then push...

Page 65: ... operating system Copying window 2 Stop the digital card a Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon click the Show Hidden Icons icon or in the notification area b Click the name of the digital card in the list c Click Stop and then click OK 3 Press in on the digital card 1 and then remove t...

Page 66: ... support USB 1 0 USB 1 1 and USB 2 0 devices An optional USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer Connecting a USB device CAUTION To prevent damage to a USB connector use minimal force to connect a USB device To connect a USB device connect the USB cable to the USB port You will hear a sound when the device has been detected NOTE When you connect a USB device you ma...

Page 67: ... in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon click the Show Hidden Icons icon or in the notification area 2 Click the name of the device in the list NOTE If the USB device is not listed you do not have to stop the device before you remove it 3 Click Stop and then click OK 4 Remove the device Using a USB device 57 ...

Page 68: ...er in this guide Using TouchPad gestures The TouchPad supports a variety of TouchPad gestures To activate the TouchPad gestures place two fingers on the TouchPad as described in the following sections The TouchPad gestures described in this section are enabled at the factory To disable or reenable these gestures 1 Double click the Synaptics icon in the notification area at the far right of the tas...

Page 69: ...ing speed is controlled by finger speed Pinching Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs images and photos To pinch Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the TouchPad and then pull the fingers apart to increase an object s size Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the TouchPad and then pull the fingers together to decrease an object s size Using pointing devices 59 ...

Page 70: ...gned function NOTE Depending on the program you are using pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that program NOTE The action key feature is enabled at the factory You can disable this feature in Setup Utility to require pressing the fn key and one of the action keys to activate the assigned function Refer to the Setup Utility chapter for additional informatio...

Page 71: ...also alternate images among other devices that are receiving video information from the computer Plays the previous track of a CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD Plays a track of an audio CD or a section of a DVD or a BD Stops audio playback of a CD a DVD or a BD Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD Decreases speaker volume incrementally when you hold d...

Page 72: ...gers to perform certain actions on the touch screen NOTE The instructions in this section are based on the preferences set at the factory To modify settings for recognized clicks and flicks select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Pen and Touch NOTE All movements may not be supported in all programs Tapping or clicking Tap or double tap an item on the screen as you would click or...

Page 73: ...item to a new location You can also use this motion to slowly scroll through documents Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up or down on a page or image To scroll place two fingers on the screen and then drag them across the screen in an up down left or right motion NOTE Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed Rotating Rotating allows you rotate items such as photos and pages To rotate ...

Page 74: ...os To pinch Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the screen and then pull the fingers together to decrease an object s size Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the screen and then pull the fingers apart to increase an object s size 64 Chapter 9 Pointing devices and keyboard ...

Page 75: ...eed and mouse trails select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse These preferences apply to any pointing device in the system To change or test click settings 1 Select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Pen and Touch Pen Options tab 2 Under Pen Actions select the action and then click Settings 3 After making any changes or testing the settings click OK To change o...

Page 76: ...the computer select Start My Computer Handling drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care Refer to the following cautions before handling drives Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply 66 Chapter 10 Drives ...

Page 77: ...n the computer not to a USB port on another external device such as a hub When the battery is the only source of power be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes Avoid exposing a drive to liquids Do not spray the drive with cleaning products Remove media from a drive before removing the drive from the drive ba...

Page 78: ...nnecting a powered device be sure that the computer is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged 1 Connect the device 2 If you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet 3 Turn on the computer To disconnect an unpowered external device turn off the computer and then disconnect it To disconnect a powered external device turn off the computer disconnect ...

Page 79: ...ectricity by touching a grounded metal object To add or replace a memory module 1 Save your work 2 Shut down the computer and close the display If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation turn the computer on by sliding the power switch Then shut down the computer through the operating system 3 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 4 Unplug the power cord ...

Page 80: ...age to the memory module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module b Grasp the edge of the memory module 2 and gently pull the module out of the memory module slot To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container 9 Insert a new memory module 70 Chapter 11 Memory modules ...

Page 81: ...eft and right edges of the memory module until the retention clips snap into place CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module be sure that you do not bend the memory module 10 Replace the removable bottom panel a With the battery bay away from you position the bottom panel at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the computer so that the tabs on the underside of the panel align with the matchi...

Page 82: ...11 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 12 Turn on the computer 72 Chapter 11 Memory modules ...

Page 83: ...dentify your computer model product category and series or family Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer If your computer is connected to a network consult the network administrator before installing any software updates especially system BIOS updates NOTE The computer system BIOS is stored on the system ROM The BIOS initializes the ope...

Page 84: ...liable external power using the AC adapter Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power or connected to an optional power source During the download and installation follow these instructions Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet Do not shut down the computer or initiate Standby or Hibernation Do not ins...

Page 85: ...selecting Start My Computer 2 Double click your hard drive designation The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk C 3 Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update 4 Double click the file that has an exe extension for example filename exe The BIOS installation begins 5 Complete the installation by following the instructions on th...

Page 86: ...the software is downloaded You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the software 4 When the download is complete open Windows Explorer by selecting Start My Computer 5 Double click your hard drive designation The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk C 6 Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update 7 Doub...

Page 87: ... QuickWeb Installer folder is displayed Click HP QuickWeb Configuration Tool 2 Select the Enable QuickWeb check box 3 Click OK NOTE The HP QuickWeb Configuration Tool can also be accessed by clicking Start clicking Control Panel and then clicking Switch to Classic View Select Large icons or Small icons to locate the HP QuickWeb Configuration Tool Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 77 ...

Page 88: ...tep 2 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration Language and then press enter 3 Use the arrow keys to select a language and then press enter 4 When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed pr...

Page 89: ...n at step 2 1 Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 BIOS Setup Options message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Exit Load Setup Defaults and then press enter 3 When the Setup Confirmation is displayed press enter 4 To save your change and exit Setup Utility use the arrow keys to select Exit ...

Page 90: ...rd Power On Password Enter change or delete a power on password System Configuration menu Select To do this Language Support Change the Setup Utility language Processor C4 State Enable disable the processor C4 standby state Boot Options Set the following boot options f10 and f12 Delay sec Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each 0 5 10 15 20 HP Qu...

Page 91: ...devices attached to the system will appear in the boot order menu Diagnostics menu Select To do this Hard Disk Self Test select models only Run a comprehensive self test on the hard drive Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on the system memory Setup Utility menus 81 ...

Page 92: ...tup Utility language 78 charging batteries 18 20 checking audio functions 43 components additional hardware 11 bottom 9 display 8 front 5 left side 7 right side 6 TouchPad 3 connecting to a WLAN 30 connection external power 16 cord power 11 corporate WLAN connection 30 critical battery level 20 D Diagnostics menu 81 digital card inserting 54 removing 55 stopping 55 Digital Media Slot identifying 6...

Page 93: ...lity 78 network cable connecting 25 noise suppression circuitry 25 network jack identifying 7 network status icon 26 noise suppression circuitry network cable 25 O operating system 23 optical drive 67 P passwords administrator 49 power on 49 set in Setup Utility 48 set in Windows 48 ports external monitor 45 USB 6 8 power connecting 16 power connector identifying 7 power cord identifying 11 power ...

Page 94: ...sting 39 W webcam light identifying 8 38 webcam identifying 9 38 Windows applications key identifying 5 Windows logo key identifying 5 Windows passwords set in 48 wireless action key identifying 27 wireless antennas 10 wireless controls button 27 operating system 27 wireless icon 26 wireless light identifying 27 wireless network WLAN connecting 30 corporate WLAN connection 30 equipment needed 29 f...

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