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Page 2: ... for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition November 2011 Document Part Number 655769 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer you agree to be bound by the...

Page 3: ...other 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 come into contact with 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 ...

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

Page 5: ...isplay 12 Bottom 13 3 Networking 14 Using an Internet service provider ISP 15 Connecting to a wireless network 15 Connecting to an existing WLAN 16 Setting up a new WLAN network 16 Configuring a wireless router 17 Protecting your WLAN 17 4 Keyboard and pointing devices 18 Using the keyboard 18 Identifying the hotkeys 18 Using the action keys 19 Using pointing devices 21 Setting pointing device pre...

Page 6: ...Restore 35 Creating restore media 35 Performing a system restore 36 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition select models only 37 Restoring using the restore media 37 Changing the computer boot order 38 Backing up and recovering your information 38 Using Windows Backup and Restore 39 Using Windows system restore points 40 When to create restore points 40 Create a system restore point 40 R...

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Page 9: ...eference Guide For instructions on finding this guide refer to Finding information on page 3 3 Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive For more information refer to Backup and recovery on page 34 4 Get to know your computer For more information refer to Getting to know your computer on page 5 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 18 for additional information 5 Discover the software th...

Page 10: ...rt Control Panel Hardware and Sound Beats Audio NOTE You can view and control the bass settings through the Windows operating system Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Beats Audio Control Panel to view and control the bass properties The following table describes the Beats Audio icons that appear when you press fn b Icon Description Indicates that Beats Audio is enabled Indicates that B...

Page 11: ... the following Maximizing battery life Using the multimedia features of the computer Protecting the computer Caring for the computer Updating the software Help and Support To access Help and Support select Start Help and Support NOTE For country or region specific support go to http www hp com support select your country or region and follow the on screen instructions Operating system information ...

Page 12: ...and or on the CD DVD provided in the box In some countries regions HP may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box For some countries regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format you may request a printed copy from http www hp com go orderdocuments or write to North America Hewlett Packard MS POD 11311 Chinden Blvd Boise ID 83714 USA Europe Middle East Africa Hewlett Packar...

Page 13: ...uchPad on off button Quickly double tap the TouchPad on off button to turn the TouchPad off and on 3 TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen 4 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 5 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse Top 5 ...

Page 14: ...ight Amber Computer sound is off Off Computer sound is on 3 Wireless light White An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on Amber All wireless devices are off 4 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 5 TouchPad light On The TouchPad is off Off The TouchPad is on 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 15: ...bernation press the button briefly to exit Hibernation If the computer has stopped responding and Windows 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 select Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 2 Web browser button When the com...

Page 16: ...xecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key the num lk 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 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 17: ...Front Component Description Speakers 2 Produce sound Front 9 ...

Page 18: ...before putting on headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information refer to the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices NOTE When a device is connected to the headphone jack the computer speakers are disabled 3 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone 4 Security cable slot Attaches an optional secu...

Page 19: ...rged Blinking white The computer is in the Sleep state or the battery charge level is 10 or less recharge the battery as soon as possible Off The computer is not connected to external power 4 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components NOTE The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during ...

Page 20: ...ill photographs To use the webcam select Start All Programs CyberLink CyberLink YouCam 5 Webcam light On The webcam is in use 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 appli...

Page 21: ...nformation refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 2 Battery bay Holds the battery and the subscriber identity module SIM slot 3 Battery Service door latch Releases the battery from the battery bay and the service door from the computer 4 Service door Provides access to the hard drive bay a memory module slot and the wireless local area network WLAN module Bottom 13 ...

Page 22: ...pes of Internet access Wireless For mobile Internet access you can use a wireless connection Refer to Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 16 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 16 Wired You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network For information on connecting to a wired network refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 14 Chapter 3 Networking ...

Page 23: ... on screen instructions Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard You can use the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard to connect to the Internet in any of these situations You already have an account with an ISP You do not have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions You have selected an unlist...

Page 24: ...ther DSL or cable 1 and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP A wireless router purchased separately 2 Your new wireless computer 3 NOTE Some modems have a built in wireless router Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have The illustration shows an example of a completed WLAN network installation that is connected to the Internet As your net...

Page 25: ...work Then follow the on screen instructions NOTE It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router When the computer successfully connects to the Internet you can disconnect the cable and then access the Internet through your wireless network Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLA...

Page 26: ...on fn esc Displays system information fn b Enables or disables Beats Audio select models only Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound Beats Audio is enabled by default You can view and control the bass settings through the Windows operating system To view and control the bass properties Select Start Control Panel Hardware and So...

Page 27: ...ess to customer support f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally as long as you hold down this key f3 Increases the screen brightness level incrementally as long as you hold down this key f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing this key alternates the screen image from the computer displ...

Page 28: ...Description f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off NOTE A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible 20 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices ...

Page 29: ...ent from the illustrations in this section Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 5 for specific information about the TouchPad on your computer To move the pointer slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the buttons on an external mouse Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off...

Page 30: ...ide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse 22 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices ...

Page 31: ...ration To turn a gesture on or off 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Synaptics Settings 2 Select the check box next to the gesture that you want to turn on or off 3 Click Apply and then click OK Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving up down or sideways on a page or image To scroll place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up down ...

Page 32: ... or text Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad and then moving them apart Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad and then moving them together NOTE Pinching zooming is enabled at the factory 24 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices ...

Page 33: ...n on using the battery refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide Inserting the battery To insert the battery Align the battery 1 with the outer edge of the battery bay and then rotate the battery into the battery bay 2 until it is firmly seated Inserting or removing the battery 25 ...

Page 34: ...cause loss of information To prevent loss of information save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery 1 Slide the battery service door latch 1 to release the battery 2 Pivot the battery 2 upward and then remove it from the computer 3 26 Chapter 5 Maintenance ...

Page 35: ...computer through the operating system Removing the hard drive 1 Save your work and shut down the computer 2 Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 4 Remove the battery 5 Slide the battery service door latch 1 to release the service door 6 Slide the service door toward the front of the computer 2 and then lift the door to...

Page 36: ...9 Pull up the hard drive tab 3 and then remove the hard drive 4 from the hard drive bay at an angle 28 Chapter 5 Maintenance ...

Page 37: ...ive 2 into the hard drive bay 3 Replace the Phillips screw 3 4 Connect the hard drive connector cable 4 to the computer 5 Lower the service door onto the computer 1 and then slide the door 2 toward the battery bay until the battery service door latch snaps into place 6 Replace the battery Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 29 ...

Page 38: ...7 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 8 Turn on the computer 30 Chapter 5 Maintenance ...

Page 39: ...formation loss or an unresponsive system Shut down the computer before replacing the memory module Do not remove the memory module while the computer is on in the Sleep state or in Hibernation If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation turn the computer on by pressing the power button Then shut down the computer through the operating system 1 Save your work and shut down the...

Page 40: ...l place it in an electrostatic safe container 7 Insert the new 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 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 pre...

Page 41: ... into place CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module be sure that you do not bend the module 8 Replace the service door see Installing the hard drive on page 29 9 Replace the battery 10 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer 11 Turn on the computer Replacing the memory module 33 ...

Page 42: ...f ever needed This chapter provides information on the following topics Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive HP Recovery Manager software feature Performing a system restore from the partition recovery discs or a recovery flash drive Backing up your information Recovering a program or driver 34 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery ...

Page 43: ...for any reason you cannot restore using the recovery partition tools Create these discs or the flash drive after setting up the computer for the first time NOTE HP Recovery Manager allows the creation of only one set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive Handle these discs or flash drive carefully and keep them in a safe place NOTE If your computer does not include an integrated optical dr...

Page 44: ...ctional computer issues fail A system restore should be used as a final attempt to correct computer issues Note the following when performing a system restore You can restore only the system that you have previously backed up HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive as soon as you set up the computer Windows has its own built...

Page 45: ...or Startup Menu message is displayed at the bottom of the screen Then press f11 while the F11 System Recovery message is displayed on the screen 2 Click System Recovery in the HP Recovery Manager window 3 Follow the on screen instructions Restoring using the restore media 1 If possible back up all personal files 2 Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer or an optiona...

Page 46: ...cent backup needs to be performed if the computer has a virus attack or if any major system components fail In order to correct computer issues a recovery should first be attempted before a system restore is attempted You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive a network drive or discs Back up your system at the following times At regularly scheduled times TIP Set reminders...

Page 47: ...e you start the backup process Allow enough time to complete the backup process Depending on file sizes it may take over an hour To create a backup 1 Select Start Control Panel System and Security Backup and Restore 2 Follow the on screen instructions to schedule and create a backup NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer You may be prompted f...

Page 48: ...odically whenever the computer is functioning optimally NOTE If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind you can reverse the restoration Create a system restore point 1 Select Start Control Panel System and Security System 2 In the left pane click System Protection 3 Click the System Protection tab 4 Follow the on screen instructions Restore to a previous date and time To revert to ...

Page 49: ... contactHP NOTE For worldwide support click Contact HP worldwide on the left side of the page or go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact_us html Here you can Chat online with an HP technician NOTE When technical support chat is not available in a particular language it is available in English E mail HP Customer Support Find HP Customer Support worldwide telephone numbers Locate an HP ser...

Page 50: ...n about the computer The regulatory label is located in the battery bay or under the service door Wireless certification label or labels select models only Provide 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 You may need this information when traveling internationally If your computer mode...

Page 51: ... DC power source it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 19 5 V dc 2 05 A 40W DC plug of external HP power supply NOTE This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase vo...

Page 52: ...5 F Nonoperating 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft 44 Chapter 8 Specifications ...

Page 53: ...ertificate of Authenticity label 42 components bottom 13 display 12 front 9 left side 11 right side 10 top 5 connector power 11 D DC plug of external HP power supply 43 Digital Media Slot identifying 10 drive light identifying 11 E external monitor port 11 F f11 37 fn key identifying 8 18 H hard drive installing 29 removing 27 hotkeys bass settings 18 description 18 using 18 HP Recovery Manager 36...

Page 54: ... jack identifying 10 S scrolling TouchPad gesture 23 serial number 42 serial number computer 42 setup of WLAN 16 SIM slot 13 slots Digital Media 10 speakers identifying 9 supported discs 35 system recovery 36 system restore points 40 T TouchPad using 21 TouchPad buttons identifying 5 TouchPad gestures pinching 24 scrolling 23 zooming 24 TouchPad light identifying 5 TouchPad on off button identifyi...

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