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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties 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.
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System Properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows®...
Components Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. Chapter 2 Components...
Top components TouchPad Component TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* TouchPad scroll zone Right TouchPad button* *This table describes factory settings. To view or change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. On: The QuickPlay program is launched. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Broadband Wireless Module, or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Buttons Component Power button Media button Wireless button Volume mute button Volume down button Volume up button Description ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button to shut down the system.
Keys Component Windows logo key Windows applications key Embedded numeric keypad keys Function keys Chapter 2 Components Description Displays system information about your computer when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the Displays the Windows Start menu.
● Blinking green: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
Left-side components Component Battery light Power connector RJ-45 (network) jack RJ-11 (modem) jack USB port Optical drive Description ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level.
Bottom components Component Battery bay Battery release latch Wireless module compartment Vents (2) Hard bay drive Chapter 2 Components Description Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds a WLAN module (select models only). NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region.
Display components Component Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Webcam light (select models only) Webcam (select models only) Description Record sound. NOTE: All models have at least one internal microphone. On: The webcam is in use. Records audio and video and captures still photographs. Display components...
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
Additional hardware components Component Power cord* Battery* AC adapter Modem cable (select models only)* Country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (select models only)* *Modem cables, modem cable adapters, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by country or region. Description Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally 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. ◦...
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traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the WLAN module compartment.