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Component

Description

(1)

esc

key

Displays system information when pressed in combination with the

key.

(2)

key

Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key or the

esc

key.

(3)

Integrated numeric keypad keys

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

(4)

Function keys

Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the

key.

Front components

Component

Description

(1)

Drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.

(2)

Media Card Reader

Supports the following optional digital card formats:

●

Memory Stick

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Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)

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Memory Stick Pro (adapter required)

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MultiMediaCard (MMC)

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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

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xD-Picture Card (XD)

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xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H

●

xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M

(3)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.

NOTE:

When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the

computer speakers are disabled.

(4)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.

Right-side components

NOTE:

Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Chapter 1 Features

Summary of Contents for ProBook 4525s - Notebook PC

Page 1: ...HP ProBook Notebook PC User Guide ...

Page 2: ...rranties for HP 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 March 2010 Document Part Number 598085 001 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: ...use 14 Using the keyboard 14 Using hotkeys 14 Initiating Sleep 15 Decreasing screen brightness 15 Increasing screen brightness 15 Switching the screen image 16 Opening the default e mail application 16 Opening the default Web browser 16 Muting speaker sound 16 Decreasing speaker sound 16 Increasing speaker sound 16 Playing the previous track or section of an audio CD or a DVD 16 Playing pausing or...

Page 6: ...and BDs 25 Selecting the right disc CDs DVDs and BDs 26 CD R discs 26 CD RW discs 26 DVD R discs 27 DVD RW discs 27 LightScribe DVD R discs 27 Blu ray Discs BDs 27 Playing a CD DVD or BD 27 Observing the copyright warning 28 Copying a CD or DVD 28 Removing an optical disc CD DVD or BD 28 The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD DVD or BD 29 Webcam 30 4 Power management 31 Setting po...

Page 7: ...arge the battery 37 Step 2 Disable Hibernation and Suspend 38 Step 3 Discharge the battery 38 Step 4 Fully recharge the battery 38 Step 5 Reenable Hibernation and Suspend 39 Conserving battery power 39 Storing a battery 39 Disposing of a used battery 39 Replacing the battery 40 Testing an AC adapter 40 Shutting down the computer 40 5 Drives 42 Handling drives 42 Using external drives 42 Using opti...

Page 8: ...word 78 Using Computer Setup DriveLock 78 Setting a DriveLock password 79 Entering a DriveLock password 79 Changing a DriveLock password 79 Removing DriveLock protection 80 Using Computer Setup security features 80 Securing system devices 80 Using Computer Setup stringent security 80 Setting stringent security 81 Removing stringent security 81 Viewing Computer Setup System Information 81 Using fir...

Page 9: ...Diagnostics menu 86 System Configuration menu 87 Index 89 ix ...

Page 10: ...x ...

Page 11: ... indicator To turn the TouchPad zone on and off quickly double tap the TouchPad off indicator NOTE When the TouchPad zone is active the light is off 2 TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen 3 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 4 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse Identifying hardware...

Page 12: ...er Component Description 1 TouchPad off indicator Amber The TouchPad is off Off The TouchPad is on 2 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 3 E mail client light Blinking Launching Evolution e mail client 4 Web browser light Blinking Launching Firefox browser 2 Chapter 1 Features ...

Page 13: ... local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on Amber All wireless devices are off Buttons speakers switches and fingerprint reader select models only NOTE Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section Component Description 1 Speakers 2 Produce sound 2 Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on Iden...

Page 14: ...is in Hibernation press the button briefly to exit Hibernation If the computer has stopped responding and operating system shutdown procedures are ineffective press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer To learn more about your power settings and how to change them select Computer Control Center System Power Management 4 Fingerprint reader select models only All...

Page 15: ... 2 fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key 3 Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad when pressed in combination with the fn and num lk keys 4 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key Identifying hardware 5 ...

Page 16: ... Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo adapter required Memory Stick Pro adapter required MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD Memory Card xD Picture Card XD xD Picture Card XD Type H xD Picture Card XD Type M 3 Audio out headphone jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones ear buds a headset or televis...

Page 17: ...ct models only Connects a modem cable 3 Optical drive select models only Reads optical discs and on select models also writes to optical discs 4 Optical drive light select models only Blinking The optical drive is being accessed 5 AC adapter light On The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charging Off The computer is not connected to external power The computer is connected...

Page 18: ...tically to cool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation 5 External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector 6 RJ 45 network jack Connects a network cable 7 HDMI port Connects an optional HDMI device 8 Combo eSATA USB port Connects an optional USB device or an optional high performance eSATA compone...

Page 19: ...Combo eSATA USB port Connects an optional USB device or an optional high performance eSATA component such as an eSATA external hard drive 7 USB port Connects an optional USB device 8 ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards Bottom components Component Description 1 Battery release latches 2 Release the battery from the battery bay 2 Battery bay Holds the battery 3 SIM slot select models onl...

Page 20: ... Records sound 3 Webcam light select models only On The webcam is in use 4 Webcam select models only Records video and captures still photographs Wireless antennas select models only The antennas send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer 10 Chapter 1 Features ...

Page 21: ...ea networks WLANs The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions To see wireless regulatory notices refer to the section of the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region These notices are located on the user guide CD included with your computer Iden...

Page 22: ... with the computer Service tag Provides important information including the following Product name 1 This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook Serial number s n 2 This is an alphanumeric number that is unique to each product Part number Product number p n 3 This number provides specific information about the product s hardware components The part number helps a service technic...

Page 23: ...nformation about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries in which the devices have been approved for use An optional device may be a WLAN device or a Bluetooth device If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices one or more certification labels are included with your computer You may need this information when traveling internationally Wireless ...

Page 24: ...n external USB mouse to the computer using one of the USB ports on the computer A USB device can be added by connecting the device to a USB port on the computer or on an optional docking device select models only Using the keyboard Using hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key 1 and either the esc key 2 or one of the function keys 3 The icons on the f1 through f12 keys represent the hotkey ...

Page 25: ...ave your work before initiating Sleep Press fn f1 to initiate Sleep When Sleep is initiated your information is stored in system memory the screen is cleared and power is conserved While the computer is in the Sleep state the power lights blink The computer must be on before you can initiate Sleep NOTE If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state the computer initiat...

Page 26: ...ces can be connected to the system only by using an optional docking device select models only Opening the default e mail application Press fn f5 to open the default e mail application Opening the default Web browser Press fn f6 to open the default Web browser Muting speaker sound Press fn f7 to mute speaker sound Press the hotkey again to restore speaker sound Decreasing speaker sound Press fn f8...

Page 27: ...ey while pressing the keypad key To use the keypad keys temporarily as standard keys while the keypad is on Press and hold the fn key to type in lowercase Press and hold fn shift to type in uppercase Using an optional external numeric keypad Keys on most external numeric keypads function differently according to whether num lock is on or off Num lock is turned off at the factory For example When n...

Page 28: ...icking and to remove dust lint and particles that can become trapped beneath the keys A can of compressed air with a straw extension can be used to blow air around and under the keys to loosen and remove debris 18 Chapter 2 Pointing devices and keyboard ...

Page 29: ... capture and share video Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music movies and pictures Hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia tasks NOTE Your computer may not include all of the components listed The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your computer Identifying your multimedia components The followi...

Page 30: ... to the headphone jack the computer speakers are disabled 5 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls Computer volume keys To mute or restore volume press and hold the fn key 1 and then press the mute key f7 2 To decrease volume press and hold t...

Page 31: ...ol and Preferences b Right click the Volume icon to launch Volume Control Multimedia software The computer includes preinstalled multimedia software Some computer models also include additional multimedia software on an optical disc Depending on the hardware and software included with the computer the following multimedia tasks may be supported Playing digital media including audio and video CDs D...

Page 32: ...software To access your preinstalled multimedia software Select Computer More Applications and then open the multimedia program you want to use Installing multimedia software from a disc 1 Insert the disc into the optical drive 2 When the installation wizard opens follow the on screen instructions 3 Restart the computer if prompted to do so Audio Your computer enables you to use a variety of audio...

Page 33: ...to test system sound To check the record functions of the computer follow these steps 1 Select Computer More Applications Sound Recorder 2 Click Record and then speak into the microphone Save the file to your desktop 3 To play the sound select Computer More Applications 4 Open an audio player such as Helix Banshee and play back the sound NOTE For best results when recording speak directly into the...

Page 34: ...s include an HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface port The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television or any compatible digital or audio component The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display NOTE To tran...

Page 35: ... CDs and DVDs These discs store information such as music photos and movies DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs If your optical drive is a Blu ray Disc BD drive it can also read BDs NOTE Some of the optical drives listed may not be supported by your computer The listed drives are not necessarily all of the supported optical drives Some...

Page 36: ...for your personal storage needs DVDs and BDs are used primarily for movies software and data backup purposes DVDs and BDs are the same form factor as CDs but have a much higher storage capacity NOTE The optical drive on your computer may not support all the types of optical discs discussed in this section CD R discs Use CD R write once discs to create permanent archives and to share files with vir...

Page 37: ...uding high definition video A single layer Blu ray Disc can store 25 GB over 5 times the storage capacity of a single layer DVD at 4 7 GB A dual layer Blu ray Disc can store 50 GB almost 6 times the storage capacity of a dual layer DVD at 8 5 GB Typical uses include the following Storage of large amounts of data High definition video playback and storage Video games NOTE As Blu ray is a new format...

Page 38: ...start the CD or DVD to resume playback Observing the copyright warning It is a criminal offense under applicable copyright laws to make unauthorized copies of copyright protected material including computer programs films broadcasts and sound recordings Do not use this computer for such purposes Copying a CD or DVD 1 Select Computer More Applications and then access Brasero 2 In the left pane clic...

Page 39: ...ssible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 3 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD DVD or BD 1 Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the release access in the front bezel of the drive 2 Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is released and then pull out the tray 2 until it stops Optical drive select ...

Page 40: ...ludes an integrated webcam located at the top of the display With the preinstalled software you can use the webcam to take a photo record a video or make an audio recording You can preview the photo video recording or audio recording and save it on your computer hard drive NOTE Cheese is installed and designed for use with the integrated webcam To access Cheese click Computer More Applications NOT...

Page 41: ...he Suspend state or in Hibernation Initiating and exiting Suspend The system is set at the factory to initiate Suspend after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on external power Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Management in Control Center With the computer on you can initiate Suspend in any of the following ways C...

Page 42: ...neral settings as needed Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following devices 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 purchased from HP Approved AC adapter Optional docking device select models only or expansion product Connect the computer t...

Page 43: ...t from the illustration in this section Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power the computer runs on battery power When the computer is plugged into external AC power the computer runs on AC power If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter the computer switc...

Page 44: ...attery that is the sole power source can cause loss of information To prevent loss of information initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer before removing the battery To insert the battery 1 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you 2 Insert the battery into the battery bay 1 until it is seated The battery release latches 2 automatically lock the battery...

Page 45: ...of battery charge displays follow these recommendations If you are charging a new battery charge it fully before turning on the computer Charge the battery until the battery light turns off NOTE If the computer is on while the battery is charging the battery meter in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent...

Page 46: ... set using Power Management do not affect lights Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low battery level the battery light blinks If a low battery level is not resolved the computer enters a critical battery level and the battery light continues to blink The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level If Hiberna...

Page 47: ...displays seem inaccurate When you observe a significant change in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month It also is not necessary to calibrate a new battery Step 1 Fully charge the battery WARNING Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft NOTE The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use but...

Page 48: ...owing performance from the system during the discharge process The monitor will not turn off automatically Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle System initiated Hibernation will not occur To discharge the battery 1 Unplug the computer from its external power source but do not turn off the computer 2 Run the computer on battery power until the battery is discha...

Page 49: ... computer Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged Purchase another battery to extend overall battery operating time Store the battery in a cool dry location Storing a battery CAUTION To prevent damage to a battery do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks ...

Page 50: ...r To test the AC adapter 1 Remove the battery from the computer 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an AC outlet 3 Turn on the computer If the power light turns on the AC adapter is functioning properly If the power light remains off the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced Contact technical support for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter Shutting do...

Page 51: ... use the preceding shutdown procedures try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery Shutting down the computer 41 ...

Page 52: ... the optical drive select models only is writing to a disc The write process is sensitive to vibration 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 removin...

Page 53: ...device and then disconnect it from the computer To disconnect a powered external device turn off the device disconnect it from the computer and then unplug the AC power cord Replacing the hard drive CAUTION To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on in Susp...

Page 54: ...7 Remove the screws from the battery area NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 44 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 55: ...mputer display side up and then open the computer as far as possible CAUTION Do not use excessive force to open the computer beyond the limits of the display hinges Forcing extension beyond these limits will cause damage to the display 10 Slide the switch cover straight back toward the display 1 and then remove the switch cover 2 Replacing the hard drive 45 ...

Page 56: ...11 Remove the screws from the keyboard NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 46 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 57: ...onnector NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer CAUTION Do not rip the keyboard cable or Slide the keyboard back toward the display 1 and then rotate it to the right side 2 to gain access to the keyboard cable connector CAUTION Do not rip the keyboard cable Replacing the hard drive 47 ...

Page 58: ...the keyboard cable is attached disconnect the keyboard cable 2 from the system board by pulling upward and then remove the keyboard from the computer 3 NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 48 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 59: ...ase enclosure 1 and then rest the palm rest on the computer 2 16 Remove the 2 hard drive screws 1 and then loosen the captive screw 2 that secures the hard drive 17 Use the plastic tab 3 on the hard drive to slide the hard drive to the right to disconnect it from the system board Replacing the hard drive 49 ...

Page 60: ...the hard drive into the hard drive bay 1 2 Use the plastic tab 2 on the hard drive to slide the hard drive to the left to connect it to the system board 3 Replace the 2 hard drive screws 3 and then tighten the captive screw 4 to secure the hard drive to the computer 50 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 61: ...t in the palm rest tray and then slide the palm rest to the left to reconnect it to the base enclosure 2 5 Replace the screws in the palm rest 6 Place the keyboard upside down on the palm rest of the computer 1 Replacing the hard drive 51 ...

Page 62: ...7 Insert the keyboard cable 2 into the ZIF connector 3 on the system board and then secure the connector NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 52 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 63: ...8 Turn over the keyboard 1 into the keyboard tray and then slide the keyboard 2 into place NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer Replacing the hard drive 53 ...

Page 64: ...9 Replace the screws on the keyboard NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 54 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 65: ...to place 2 11 Close the computer display 12 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you 13 Replace the 2 screws 1 and their covers 2 on the back edge of the computer NOTE Some models do not have any screws or screw covers to replace Replacing the hard drive 55 ...

Page 66: ...ry area NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 15 Replace the battery 16 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 17 Turn on the computer 56 Chapter 5 Drives ...

Page 67: ...s A 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 to the computer connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port Once the USB device has been detected an icon is placed on the desktop Removing a USB device CAUTION To prevent loss of...

Page 68: ...press f10 4 To save your preferences and exit Computer Setup use the arrow keys to select File Save Changes and Exit Then follow the on screen instructions Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts Using an eSATA device An eSATA port connects an optional high performance eSATA component such as an eSATA external hard drive Some eSATA devices may require additional support software...

Page 69: ...desktop right click on the device icon and select Unmount NOTE Wait 10 seconds for the system to finish the operation and then disconnect the eSATA cable and remove the device Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer USB drives include the following types ...

Page 70: ...Connect the device to the computer 2 If you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet 3 Turn on the device To disconnect an unpowered external device turn off the device and then disconnect it from the computer To disconnect a powered external device turn off the device disconnect it from the computer and then unplug the AC power cord 60 Chapter 6 Externa...

Page 71: ...quired MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD Memory Card xD Picture Card XD xD Picture Card XD Type H xD Picture Card XD Type M Inserting a digital card CAUTION To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer do not insert any type of adapter into the SD Card Reader CAUTION To prevent damage to the digital card connectors use minimal force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the digital card label s...

Page 72: ...ter Memory Card International Association PCMCIA Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your device If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers Install only the device drivers for your operating system Do not install other software such as card services socket services or enablers supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer Inserting an E...

Page 73: ...sCard when it is not in use Removing an ExpressCard CAUTION To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system be sure that you are not accessing the ExpressCard before removal 1 Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard NOTE Refer to the ExpressCard user documentation for complete instructions on safe card removal 2 Release and remove the ExpressCard a Gen...

Page 74: ...64 Chapter 7 External media cards ...

Page 75: ...c discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning any procedure touch a grounded metal object to be sure that you are discharged of static electricity NOTE To use a dual channel configuration when adding a second memory module be sure that both memory modules are the same size and type Adding or replacing memory modules To add or replace a memory module 1 Save your work 2 Shut down...

Page 76: ...7 Remove the screws from the battery area NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 66 Chapter 8 Memory modules ...

Page 77: ...r display side up and then open the computer as far as possible CAUTION Do not use excessive force to open the computer beyond the limits of the display hinges Forcing extension beyond these limits will cause damage to the display 10 Slide the switch cover straight back toward the display 1 and then remove the switch cover 2 Adding or replacing memory modules 67 ...

Page 78: ...11 Remove the screws from the keyboard NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 68 Chapter 8 Memory modules ...

Page 79: ... display 1 and then rotate it to the right side 2 to gain access to the keyboard connector CAUTION Do not rip the keyboard cable 13 If you are replacing a memory module remove the existing memory module CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module a Pull away the retention clips 1 on each side of the memory...

Page 80: ...y module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module a Align the notched edge 1 of 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 CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module do no...

Page 81: ...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 Adding or replacing memory modules 71 ...

Page 82: ...15 Turn over the keyboard 1 into the keyboard tray and then slide the keyboard 2 into place NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 72 Chapter 8 Memory modules ...

Page 83: ...16 Replace the screws on the keyboard NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer Adding or replacing memory modules 73 ...

Page 84: ...to place 2 18 Close the computer display 19 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you 20 Replace the 2 screws 1 and their covers 2 on the back edge of the computer NOTE Some models do not have any screws or screw covers to replace 74 Chapter 8 Memory modules ...

Page 85: ...OTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 22 Replace the battery 23 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 24 Turn on the computer Adding or replacing memory modules 75 ...

Page 86: ...t of Computer Setup f10 passwords Stringent security feature in Computer Setup Unauthorized startup from an optical drive diskette drive or internal network adapter Boot options feature in Computer Setup Unauthorized access to data Firewall software Operating system updates Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other system identification information Setup password in Computer Setup U...

Page 87: ...the computer Do not store passwords in a file on the computer The following tables list commonly used operating system and Computer Setup passwords and describe their functions Setting passwords in the operating system Operating system passwords Function Root password Protects access to an operating system root level account User password Protects access to an operating system user account For inf...

Page 88: ...y new password fields and then press f10 To delete a setup password type your current password in the Old password field and then press f10 3 To save your preferences use the arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit Then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts Entering a setup password At the Setup password prompt type your setup pass...

Page 89: ... select Enable in the Protection field and then press f10 5 Read the warning To continue press f10 6 Type your user password in the New password and Verify new password fields and then press f10 7 Type your master password in the New password and Verify new password fields and then press f10 8 To confirm DriveLock protection on the drive you have selected type DriveLock in the confirmation field a...

Page 90: ...ress f10 6 To save your preferences use the arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit Then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts Using Computer Setup security features Securing system devices From the Boot options menu or the Port options menu in Computer Setup you can disable or enable system devices To disable or reenable system de...

Page 91: ...g on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security Password options and then press enter 3 Use the arrow keys to select Disable in the Stringent security field and then press f10 4 To save your preferences use the arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit Then ...

Page 92: ...ail attachments To temporarily solve the problem disable the firewall perform the task that you want to perform and then reenable the firewall To permanently resolve the problem reconfigure the firewall Setting up automatic online updates NOTE You must have a network connection in order to receive automatic online updates To set up automatic online updates 1 Select Computer Control Center YaST Sof...

Page 93: ...NOTE The location of the security cable slot varies by computer model Installing a security cable 83 ...

Page 94: ...sed from the File Security Diagnostics and System Configuration menus 1 Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen Because Computer Setup is not operating system based it does not support the TouchPad Navigation and selection are by keystroke To choose a menu or a menu ...

Page 95: ...overview of Computer Setup options NOTE Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide may not be supported by your computer or your operating system File menu NOTE Some of the menu items listed in this section may not be supported by your computer or your operating system Select To do this System information View identification information for the computer View specification informati...

Page 96: ...isk Sanitizer to destroy all existing data on the primary hard drive The following options are available Fast Runs the Disk Sanitizer erase cycle once Optimum Runs the Disk Sanitizer erase cycle 3 times Custom Allows you to select the desired number of Disk Sanitizer erase cycles from a list CAUTION If you run Disk Sanitizer the data on the primary hard drive is destroyed permanently Diagnostics m...

Page 97: ...USB SuperDisk 4th boot device Notebook hard drive 5th boot device USB hard disk 6th boot device Network controller Device Configurations Swap the functions of the fn key and left ctrl key Enable disable USB legacy support When enabled USB legacy support allows the following Use of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when a your operating system is not running Startup from bootable USB devices in...

Page 98: ... disable embedded Bluetooth Device Radio Enable disable Network Interface Controller NIC Enable disable LAN WLAN Switching Enable disable Wake on LAN Enable disable the integrated camera webcam Port options Enable disable USB port Enable disable ExpressCard slot 88 Chapter 10 Computer Setup ...

Page 99: ...es 35 checking audio functions 23 components additional hardware 12 bottom 9 display 9 front 6 left side 7 right side 6 top 1 composite video 16 Computer Setup device security 80 Diagnostic menu 86 DriveLock password 78 File menu 85 navigating and selecting 84 restoring factory settings 85 Security menu 85 setup password 77 stringent security 80 System Configuration menu 87 configuring ExpressCard...

Page 100: ...volume mute 20 hubs 57 I integrated keypad keys identifying 6 internal display switch identifying 3 10 internal microphone identifying 10 20 J jacks audio in microphone 6 20 audio out headphone 6 20 RJ 11 modem 7 RJ 45 network 8 9 K keyboard removing 47 69 keyboard hotkeys identifying 14 keypad keys identifying 6 keypad embedded enabling and disabling 17 switching key functions 17 using 17 keypad ...

Page 101: ...ory settings 85 Security menu 85 System Configuration menu 87 setup computer 1 SIM slot identifying 9 slots ExpressCard 8 9 memory 65 security cable 8 SIM 9 software automatic updates 82 speakers identifying 3 20 storing battery 39 stringent security 80 86 Suspend exiting 31 initiating 31 switch cover removing 45 67 System Configuration menu 87 system fan 87 system information 85 T temperature 39 ...

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