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Connecting to a wired network

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased
separately). If the network 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.

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.

Plug the network cable into the network jack

(1)

on the computer.

Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack

(2)

Connecting to a wired network

Summary of Contents for Mini 210-1008TU

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

Page 2: ...d 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 Second Edition May 2010 First Edition December 2009 Document Part Number 584521 002 Product notice This user guide describes features that ...

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: ...ls 13 3 Power management Setting power options 15 Using power saving states 15 Initiating and exiting Standby 15 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 16 Using power schemes 16 Viewing the current scheme 16 Selecting a different power scheme 17 Customizing power schemes 17 Setting password protection upon exiting Standby 17 Using external AC power 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Using battery power 1...

Page 6: ...to a wireless network 28 Using wireless devices 28 Identifying wireless and network status icons 28 Using the wireless controls 29 Using the wireless action key 29 Using HP Connection Manager software select models only 29 Using HP Wireless Assistant software 30 Using a WLAN 30 Setting up a WLAN 31 Protecting your WLAN 31 Connecting to a WLAN 32 Roaming to another network 33 Using HP Mobile Broadb...

Page 7: ...al updates 55 7 Digital cards Inserting a digital card 56 Stopping and removing a digital card 57 8 USB devices Using a USB device 58 Connecting a USB device 58 Stopping and removing a USB device 58 9 Pointing devices and keyboard Setting pointing device preferences 60 Using pointing devices 60 Using the TouchPad 60 Using TouchPad gestures 60 Scrolling 61 Pinching 61 Rotating 62 Connecting an exte...

Page 8: ...ams and drivers 77 13 Changing QuickWeb settings Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 78 14 Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility 79 Using Setup Utility 79 Changing the language of Setup Utility 79 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility 79 Displaying system information 80 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 80 Exiting Setup Utility 80 Setup Utility menus 81 Main menu 81 Security menu 81 Syste...

Page 9: ...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 10: ...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 11: ...he computer follow these steps 1 Select Start My Computer 2 In the left pane of the System Tasks window select View system information 3 Select Hardware tab Device Manager You can also add hardware or modify 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 Touc...

Page 12: ...nting device preferences select Start Control Panel 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 NOT...

Page 13: ...y 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 Speakers 2 Produce sound Identifying the hardware 5 ...

Page 14: ...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 15: ... 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 16: ... 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 17: ...ase the battery from the battery bay 2 Battery bay Holds the battery Removing the vanity cover Removing the vanity cover allows access to the memory module compartment SIM card insertion slot regulatory label and other important components To remove the vanity cover 1 Disconnect the computer from AC power 2 Remove the battery NOTE For more information refer to the section Inserting or removing the...

Page 18: ...om the base NOTE It is normal for the vanity cover to flex slightly and you may also hear some popping noises when the vanity cover tabs disengage from the base 5 Press the left release button 1 6 Release the left side of the vanity cover 2 by lifting it slightly away from the base 10 Chapter 2 Knowing the parts ...

Page 19: ...ertion slot regulatory label and other important components To replace the vanity cover 1 Place the vanity cover 1 above the computer at an angle with the front edge toward the front of the computer 2 Seat the back edge of the vanity cover in the back edge of the computer by aligning the six tabs on the vanity cover over the slots in the base and then inserting the six tabs into the slots 2 Identi...

Page 20: ... guide Wireless antennas Component Description 1 WWAN antennas 2 Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks WWANs 2 WLAN antennas 2 select models only Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks WLANs The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around ...

Page 21: ...r 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 The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer Serial number label Provides important information that you may...

Page 22: ...ovides regulatory information about the computer including the following Information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use An optional device may be a wireless local area network WLAN device You may need this information when traveling internationally The serial number of your HP Mobile Broadban...

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 26 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: ...light is off all wireless devices are off Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory you can use the wireless action key f12 to turn 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 a...

Page 38: ... icon in the notification area 2 Click the Help button You can use the properties dialog box in Wireless Assistant to show the on off controls for each installed wireless device and control the devices separately 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 in...

Page 39: ...because the WLAN standard was designed with only limited security capabilities basically to foil casual eavesdropping rather than more powerful forms of attack WLANs are vulnerable to well known and well documented security weaknesses WLANs in public areas or hotspots like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security New technologies are being developed by wireless manufacturers and hots...

Page 40: ... instead of using one static security key for encryptions as WEP does WPA uses temporal key integrity protocol TKIP to dynamically generate a new key for every packet It also generates different sets of keys for each device on the network Close your network If possible prevent your network name SSID from being broadcast by the wireless transmitter Most networks initially broadcast the name telling...

Page 41: ...such as walls and floors More information about using a WLAN is available through the following resources Information from your ISP and the manufacturer s instructions included with your wireless router and other WLAN equipment Information and Web site links provided in Help and Support For a list of public WLANs near you contact your ISP or search the Web Web sites that list public WLANs include ...

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: ...e computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 10 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 t...

Page 44: ... Replace the battery NOTE For more information refer to the section Inserting or removing the battery earlier in this guide 9 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 10 Turn on the computer 36 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 37 ...

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: ...n key f10 Increases speaker volume 7 Volume down action key f9 Decreases speaker volume 8 Audio out headphone jack Audio in microphone jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio Also connects an optional headset microphone WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before putting on headphones earbuds...

Page 49: ...in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar b Increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down Select the Mute check box to mute the volume or a Double click the Volume icon in the notification area b In the Speakers column you can increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down You can also adjust the balance or mute the volume If the Volume icon is not...

Page 50: ...Volume can also be adjusted within some programs 42 Chapter 5 Multimedia ...

Page 51: ...apter 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 s...

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 44 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 46 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 48 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 59 ...

Page 68: ...arlier 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...

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 61 ...

Page 70: ... that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard To use an action key press and hold this key to activate the assigned 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 ...

Page 71: ...al monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard The switch screen image key can 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 P...

Page 72: ...n number To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard follow either of these steps Briefly press the fn key and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command or Press and hold down the fn key briefly press the second key of the hotkey command and then release both keys at the same time 64 Chapter 9 Pointing devices and keyboard ...

Page 73: ... You must tap and hold your finger until the operating system draws a circle around the area you are touching and then the context menu appears Flicking Touch the screen in a light quick flicking motion up down left or right to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents NOTE For the flick movement to work a scrollbar must be present and in the active window Dragging Press your fi...

Page 74: ...ur thumb Pinching Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs images and photos 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 66 Chapter 9 Pointing devices and keyboard ...

Page 75: ... 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 creat...

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 68 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: ...d of static electricity 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 Follow t...

Page 80: ...notch 1 in the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot b With the memory module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment press the module 2 into the memory module slot until it is seated c Gently press the memory module 3 down applying pressure to both the left and right edges of the memory module until the retention clips snap into place CAUTION To preve...

Page 81: ...8 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 9 Turn on the computer 73 ...

Page 82: ...mputer 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 operating system d...

Page 83: ... to reliable 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 n...

Page 84: ...ing 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 the scre...

Page 85: ...he 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 Doubl...

Page 86: ... HP 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 selecting Start Control Panel and then clicking the View by arrow Select Large icons or Small icons to locate the HP QuickWeb Configuration Tool 78 Chapter 13 Changing QuickWeb settings ...

Page 87: ...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 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 p...

Page 88: ...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 Ex...

Page 89: ...word 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 ...

Page 90: ...vices 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 82 Chapter 14 Setup Utility ...

Page 91: ...tup Utility language 79 charging batteries 20 22 checking audio functions 45 components additional hardware 13 bottom 9 display 8 front 5 left side 7 right side 6 TouchPad 3 connecting to a WLAN 32 connection external power 18 cord power 13 corporate WLAN connection 32 critical battery level 22 D Diagnostics menu 82 digital card inserting 56 removing 57 stopping 57 Digital Media Slot identifying 6...

Page 92: ...etup Utility 79 network cable connecting 27 noise suppression circuitry 27 network jack identifying 7 network status icon 28 noise suppression circuitry network cable 27 O operating system 25 optical drive 69 P passwords administrator 51 power on 51 set in Setup Utility 50 set in Windows 50 ports external monitor 47 USB 6 8 power connecting 18 power connector identifying 7 power cord identifying 1...

Page 93: ...ing 40 volume adjusting 41 W webcam light identifying 8 40 webcam identifying 9 40 Windows applications key identifying 5 Windows logo key identifying 5 Windows passwords set in 50 wireless action key identifying 29 wireless antennas 12 wireless controls button 29 operating system 29 wireless icon 28 wireless light identifying 29 wireless network WLAN connecting 32 corporate WLAN connection 32 equ...

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