Page 2 - Contents
Contents 1 Startup 2 System Components 3 Keyboard 4 Power 5 Drives 6 Multimedia 7 Communications 8 Hardware Options and Upgrades 9 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities A Specifications Index
Page 3 - Part; Startup; This
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–1 Part - 1 Startup This Startup and Reference Guide provides information about setting up and using your notebook. ■ To set up your notebook hardware and software for the first time, follow the procedures in “Part 1: Startup”. ■ To learn more about using your not...
Page 4 - Setting Up the Hardware; , and the battery pack
1–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 Startup Setting Up the Hardware To set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook, the power cord 1 , the AC adapter 2 , and the battery pack 3 . Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so that the battery can begin to charge as soon as the no...
Page 5 - Inserting a Battery Pack; To insert the battery pack into the battery bay:
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–3 Inserting a Battery Pack To insert the battery pack into the battery bay: 1. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface. 2. Insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook. 3. Tilt the battery pack downward unti...
Page 6 - Opening the Notebook; To open the notebook:
1–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 Startup Opening the Notebook To open the notebook: 1. Place the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 2. Slide the display release latch 1 , then lift the display 2 . Opening the notebook
Page 7 - Connecting the Notebook to External Power; To connect the notebook to external power:
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–5 Connecting the Notebook to External Power To connect the notebook to external power: 1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1 . 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2 , then into an electrical outlet 3 . As soon as the notebook is c...
Page 8 - Charging a New Battery Pack; The battery charge light is on while the battery pack is charging.
1–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 Startup Charging a New Battery Pack The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power. Charge status is indicated by the battery charge light. The battery charge light is on while the battery pack is charging. HP recommend...
Page 9 - Turning On the Notebook; If the Notebook Does Not Turn On; Refer to the
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–7 Turning On the Notebook To turn on the notebook, press the power button. When the notebook turns on, the power/standby button lights up, the power/standby light turns on, and you are prompted to begin software setup. Turning on the notebook If the Noteb...
Page 10 - Setting Up the Software; Installing Basic Software
1–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 Startup Setting Up the Software Ä CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers are installed, install software only when the notebook is connected to external power through the AC adapter. During the installation: ■ Do not unplug the ...
Page 11 - Installing Optional Software
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–9 Installing Optional Software Instructions for installing and using many of the applications and utilities included with the notebook are provided later in this guide. If you prefer to install optional software now, the following information may be helpf...
Page 12 - Setting Regional and Display Preferences; Turning Off the Notebook; Press
1–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 Startup Setting Regional and Display Preferences Keyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time, date, and currency format, are set in the Regional Options window of the operating system. To access the Regional Options window, select Start >...
Page 13 - Using the Notebook Safetly
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–11 Using the Notebook Safetly Protecting the Notebook Against Computer Viruses When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, your applicati...
Page 14 - Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges; Documentation Library
1–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 Startup Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm: ■ Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector available fro...
Page 15 - Getting Help; Troubleshooting; Using the Help and Support Center; Troubleshooting assistance
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–13 Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users, and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Th...
Page 17 - Contacting Technical Support; Worldwide Telephone Numbers
Startup Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–15 Contacting Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the Help and Support Center installed on your notebook or the documentation provided with your notebook, you can call technical support. To obtain a list of worldwide customer support tel...
Page 19 - Reference
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Part 2 Reference
Page 21 - System Components
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–1 2 System Components Contents Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 22 - Display
2–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Display Display Display release latch Opens the notebook.
Page 23 - Top; TouchPad
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–3 Top TouchPad Top: TouchPad 1 TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. 2 TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled. 3 TouchPad scroll zone* Scroll up or down. 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons* Function like the left and right buttons...
Page 24 - Keys
2–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Keys Top: Keys 1 Function keys Perform system and application tasks. When combined with the fn key, the function keys f1 and f3 through f12 perform additional tasks as hotkeys.Refer to the “Hotkey Quick Reference” section in chapter 3 for deta...
Page 25 - Power Controls
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–5 Power Controls Top: Power Controls Power button* When the notebook is: ■ Off, press to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation. ■ In Standby, briefly press to resume from Standby. ■ In Hibernation, briefly press to re...
Page 26 - Lights
2–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Lights Top: Lights 1 Wireless On/Off light On: An integrated wireless device has been enabled. 2 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. 3 Num lock light On: Num lock or the keypad is on.
Page 27 - Audio Buttons
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–7 Audio Buttons Top: Audio Buttons 1 Decrease volume button Pressing the left side, decreases system volume. 2 Mute button Mutes or restores volume. 3 Increase volume button Pressing the right side, increases system volume.
Page 28 - Front Panel
2–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Front Panel Front Panel 1 Display release latch Opens the notebook. 2 Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound. 3 Hard drive activity light On: The internal hard drive is being accessed. 4 AC power light On: The notebook is receiving AC power....
Page 29 - Rear Panel; Connectors and Jacks; Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–9 Rear Panel Connectors and Jacks Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks 1 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. 2 RJ-11 telephone jack Connects a modem cable. (A modem cable is included with select models.) 3 RJ-45 ...
Page 30 - Vents
2–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Vents Rear Panel: Vents Exhaust vents Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick c...
Page 31 - Left Side; Left Side: Connectors and Jacks
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–11 Left Side Connectors and Jacks Left Side: Connectors and Jacks 1 Power connector Connects an AC adapter cable. 2 Expansion port Connects to an optional HP Notebook Expansion Base. 3 USB connector Connects an optional 1.1 or 2.0-compliant USB ...
Page 33 - Right Side
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–13 Right Side Right Side 1 Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. 2 Digital Media slot Supports SD, MMC, Memory Stick, and SmartMedia. 3 Optical drive release button Opens the op...
Page 34 - Bottom; Bays and Memory Compartment; Bottom: Bays and Memory Compartment
2–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Bottom Bays and Memory Compartment Bottom: Bays and Memory Compartment 1 Battery pack release latch Releases a battery pack from the battery bay. 2 Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots. Depending on the model, when the notebook is shipp...
Page 36 - Labels
2–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Labels The labels affixed to the notebook and some notebook components provide information you may need when troubleshooting system problems or traveling internationally with the notebook. ■ The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label con...
Page 37 - Additional Standard Components; Cables and Cord; Additional Standard Components: Cables and Cord
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–17 Additional Standard Components The components included with the notebook vary by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware ordered. The following sections identify the standard external accessories and components included wit...
Page 38 - Adapters and Battery Pack
2–18 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 System Components Adapters and Battery Pack Additional Standard Components: Adapters and Battery Pack 1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 2 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone ...
Page 39 - Restoration and Documentation CDs; “Software Updates, Restorations and
System Components Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–19 Restoration and Documentation CDs CDs for repairing or reinstalling software and for obtaining supplementary information about the notebook are included with the notebook. ■ For information about restoring, repairing, or reinstalling software...
Page 41 - Keyboard
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–1 3 Keyboard Contents TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2 Identifying TouchPad Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3Setting TouchPad P...
Page 42 - Identifying TouchPad Components; The TouchPad includes the following components:
3–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Keyboard TouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components The TouchPad includes the following components: Identifying TouchPad components Button name Default assignment 1 TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. 2 TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled. 3 ...
Page 43 - Using the TouchPad
Keyboard Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–3 Using the TouchPad The TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll functions of an optional external mouse. ■ To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want to move the pointer. ■ If the pointer...
Page 44 - Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys; Identifying fn and Function Keys
3–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Keyboard Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys Hotkey and shortcut keys are preset combinations of the fn key with other keys on the keyboard. ■ A hotkey is a combination of the fn key and one of the function keys. ■ A shortcut key is a combination of the fn key and a...
Page 45 - Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference; For information about changing the function of the
Keyboard Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–5 Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference The following table identifies the default hotkey and shortcut key functions. ✎ For information about changing the function of the fn+f5 hotkey, refer to the “Managing Power Options” section in chapter 4. Default...
Page 46 - Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures; Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands; “Getting Help”
3–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Keyboard Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures To use a hotkey or shortcut key command on the notebook keyboard, use either of the following procedures: ■ Briefly press the fn key, then briefly press the second key of the hotkeys command. ■ Press and hold down the...
Page 47 - The
Keyboard Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–7 Switch Display (fn+f4) The fn+f4 hotkey switches the image between display devices connected to the external monitor connector or the S-Video jack on the notebook. For example, if an external monitor is connected to the notebook, pressing the fn+f4 hot...
Page 48 - “Managing Power Options”
3–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Keyboard Initiate Standby (fn+f5) The fn+f5 hotkey is set by default to initiate Standby. Standby can be initiated only while the notebook is on. If the notebook is in Hibernation, you must restore from Hibernation before you can initiate Standby. To restore fr...
Page 50 - Keypad
3–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Keyboard Keypad The keypad consists of 17 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad. Identifying the keypad keys
Page 51 - Quick Launch Buttons
Keyboard Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–11 Quick Launch Buttons The three Quick Launch buttons enable you to use one keystroke to access a software application or to activate a wireless network device. Identifying the Quick Launch buttons ✎ The settings for the Quick Launch buttons can be chan...
Page 52 - Using Custom Assignments and Schemes; To program a Quick Launch button:
3–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Keyboard Using Custom Assignments and Schemes A Quick Launch button can be re-assigned to an Internet or network destination or to any software application or data file. For example, an Quick Launch button can be assigned to open your Internet browser to a fav...
Page 53 - Power
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–1 4 Power Contents Selecting a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown . . . . 4–3 Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3Hibernation . . . . . . ....
Page 54 - Selecting a Power Source; The notebook can run on
4–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Selecting a Power Source The notebook can run on internal power from a battery pack or on external power from an AC adapter and other devices. The following table describes the best power source for general tasks. Å WARNING: This notebook is designed to r...
Page 55 - Standby
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–3 Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown This section describes Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown and explains when to implement them. Standby and Hibernation are energy-saving features that can be initiated by you or by the system. Standby Standb...
Page 56 - Hibernation
4–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Hibernation Hibernation takes a snapshot of the current system memory, saves it to the hard drive, then shuts down the notebook. When you resume from Hibernation, your work returns to the screen exactly as you left it. When possible, save your work before...
Page 57 - Shutdown
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–5 To verify that Hibernation is enabled, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. Be sure that the Enable Hibernation check box is selected. ✎ Hibernation will not be displayed as a power option...
Page 58 - When Leaving Your Work
4–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown The following sections describe when to initiate Standby or Hibernation and when to shut down your notebook. When Leaving Your Work Initiate Standby for shorter times and Hibernation for longer times or for more...
Page 59 - When Using Infrared or Drive Media; Your playback may be interrupted.
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–7 When Using Infrared or Drive Media Standby and Hibernation interfere with the use of infrared communication and drive media. ■ If the notebook is in Standby or Hibernation, you cannot initiate an infrared transmission. ■ If Standby or Hibernation is accid...
Page 60 - Using Default Power Settings; Identifying Power Controls and Indicators; Power button
4–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Using Default Power Settings This section explains the default Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown procedures and includes information about turning the display on or off. You can change many of these settings according to your preferences. If you want to ...
Page 61 - Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–9 Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off Task Procedure Results Turn on the notebook. Press the power button. ✎ Pressing the power button turns on the notebook from Standby,Hibernation, or shutdown. ■ The power/standby light turns on. ■ The operating sys...
Page 62 - Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures
4–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures If the notebook does not respond and you are unable to use normal Windows shutdown procedure, try the following emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided: ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Select the Shut Down butt...
Page 63 - Initiating or Resuming from Standby
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–11 Initiating or Resuming from Standby Task Procedure Result Initiate Standby With the notebook on, use either of the following procedures: ■ Press the fn+f5 hotkey. ■ Select Start > Turn off Computer > Stand by. ■ The power/standby light flashes. ■ T...
Page 64 - Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation
4–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation Task Procedure Result InitiateHibernation With the notebook on, use either of the following procedures: ■ Briefly press the power button. ■ Select Start > Shut Down > Hibernate. (If the Hibernate option is no...
Page 65 - Managing Power Options; Accessing the Power Options Window
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–13 Managing Power Options Many of the default power settings, such as timeouts and alarms, can be changed in Power Options. For example, you can set an audio alert to warn you when the battery reaches a low-power condition. By default, when the notebook is ...
Page 66 - Displaying the Power Meter Icon; To hide or show the Power Meter icon on the taskbar:; Setting or Changing a Power Scheme; To set a power scheme:
4–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Displaying the Power Meter Icon The Power Meter icon changes shape to indicate whether the notebook is running on a battery pack or external power. Double-click the icon to display the Power Options window. To hide or show the Power Meter icon on the tas...
Page 67 - Using a Security Password
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–15 Using a Security Password You can add a security feature that prompts you for a password when the notebook turns on or resumes from Standby or Hibernation. To set a password prompt, access the Power Options window > Advanced tab. Select the check box ...
Page 68 - Using Battery Power; Identifying the Power Lights; Battery pack procedures refer to the front panel lights:
4–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Using Battery Power Identifying the Power Lights Battery pack procedures refer to the front panel lights: Identifying the battery and power/standby lights Top: TouchPad 1 Power/standby light On when the notebook has power. 2 Battery light ■ On in the abs...
Page 69 - Charging a Battery Pack
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–17 Switching Between Battery and External Power The notebook switches between AC power and battery power according to the availability of an external AC power source, always preferring AC power. If the notebook contains a charged battery pack and is running...
Page 70 - Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack; Obtaining Accurate Charge Information; To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays:; Displaying Charge Information; Power Meter displays battery status in both percent and time:
4–18 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack Obtaining Accurate Charge Information To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays: ■ Allow the battery pack to fully discharge before charging it. ■ Charge the battery pack fully. Even a new battery pac...
Page 71 - Managing Low-Battery Conditions; Identifying Low-Battery Conditions
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–19 Managing Low-Battery Conditions Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be changed in the Power Options window of the operating system. The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Prefe...
Page 72 - Resolving Low-Battery Conditions; When External Power Is Available; Insert a charged battery pack or connect external power.
4–20 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Resolving Low-Battery Conditions Ä CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition and has begun to initiate Hibernation, do not restore power until the Power/Standby light turns off. When External Power Is Available To resolve a lo...
Page 73 - Calibrating a Battery Pack; When to Calibrate; “Replacing a Battery Pack”; Discharging the Battery Pack
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–21 Calibrating a Battery Pack When to Calibrate Even if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necessary to calibrate it more than once a month. It is not necessary to calibrate a new battery pack before first use. Calibrate the battery pack under...
Page 75 - Recharging the Battery Pack; Connect the notebook to external power and keep the
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–23 Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the notebook to external power and keep the notebook connected until the battery pack is fully recharged and the battery light turns off. You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging, but the batter...
Page 76 - Storing a Battery Pack
4–24 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Storing a Battery Pack If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time. High tempera...
Page 77 - Battery Conservation Settings; Lower screen brightness.
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–25 Battery Conservation Settings Using the following battery conservation settings and procedures extends the run time of a battery pack. ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■...
Page 78 - Replacing a Battery Pack; To replace the battery pack:
4–26 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Power Replacing a Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the only power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To replace the battery pack: 1. Turn the notebook upsi...
Page 79 - To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the notebook, press; Disposing of a Used Battery Pack; Documentation
Power Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–27 ❏ To insert a battery pack, insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook, then tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place. Inserting a battery pack 2. To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the not...
Page 81 - Drives
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–1 5 Drives Contents Understanding Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2 Adding a Drive to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2Types of Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2 Caring for Drives...
Page 82 - Understanding Drives; Adding a Drive to the System; Hard drives
5–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Drives Understanding Drives The hard drive and optical (CD/DVD) drive are standard features of the notebook, but the optical drive features vary by model. Some notebooks include a diskette drive and/or a USB Digital drive. Adding a Drive to the System Drives en...
Page 83 - Caring for Drives
Drives Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–3 Caring for Drives Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled with care. The following cautions apply to all drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply. Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss or damage to the not...
Page 84 - Hard Drive; This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook.; Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light
5–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Drives Hard Drive This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook. Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light The hard drive activity light turns on when the internal hard drive is being accessed. Identifying the hard drive activity light
Page 85 - Replacing the Internal Hard Drive; Save your work and close all open applications.
Drives Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–5 Replacing the Internal Hard Drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the internal hard drive. Remove the internal hard drive only for repair or replacement. Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work, do not begin this procedure u...
Page 86 - Remove the hard drive cover
5–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Drives 7. Remove the hard drive cover 1 . 8. Using the handle, unseat the hard drive by sliding the hard drive towards the edge of the notebook 2 , then remove it from the hard drive bay 3 . Removing an internal hard drive
Page 88 - If you have installed a hard drive, reinsert the 4 hard drive
5–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Drives 10. If you have installed a hard drive, reinsert the 4 hard drive retaining screws. (If you removed but did not replace a hard drive, put the retaining screws in a safe place.) Replacing the hard drive retaining screws Optical Drive Ä CAUTION: To avoid p...
Page 89 - Inserting an Optical Disc; Press the release button
Drives Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–9 Inserting an Optical Disc 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 . 3. Position a CD or one-sided DVD over the tray, label side up. 4. Ge...
Page 92 - Playing an Optical Disc; “Using Multimedia Software”; Displaying Optical Disc Contents; key as you
5–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Drives Playing an Optical Disc You can play a CD in a CD drive or a DVD drive. You can play a DVD only in a DVD drive. The information in this section applies to most optical drives and most disc software. For information about specific disc software, includin...
Page 93 - Protecting Playback; Observing the Copyright Warning
Drives Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–13 Protecting Playback Ä CAUTION: Inserting or removing any device while running any multimedia application may pause or stop the play. Ä CAUTION: Initiating Standby or Hibernation while playing a drive medium may stop the play or diminish the quality of t...
Page 94 - Setting the Boot Order; “Using the
5–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Drives Setting the Boot Order By default, the notebook starts up from the internal hard drive. You can set the notebook to start up from any bootable CD or DVD in the optical drive. A bootable CD or DVD contains files needed by the notebook to start up and ope...
Page 95 - Multimedia
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–1 6 Multimedia Contents Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–3 Using the Volume Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–3Using the Volume Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–4 Using the Speakers ....
Page 97 - Adjusting Volume; Using the Volume Buttons; To adjust volume using the audio buttons:
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–3 Adjusting Volume Volume can be adjusted by using the audio buttons on the notebook or by using the volume control software. The mute button overrides all software volume settings. Using the Volume Buttons To adjust volume using the audio buttons: ■ T...
Page 98 - Using the Volume Control; To place the volume control icon on the taskbar:
6–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Using the Volume Control To place the volume control icon on the taskbar: Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices icon > Volume tab. Select the Place volume icon in the task bar check bo...
Page 99 - Using the Speakers; Connecting an Audio Device
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–5 Using the Speakers The internal speakers plays sound in stereo from applications, the operating system, games, drive media, the Internet, and other sources. ✎ If an external device, such as a headset, is connected to the audio-out jack, the internal ...
Page 100 - Identifying the Audio Jacks
6–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Identifying the Audio Jacks The notebook has 2 audio jacks: ■ The microphone jack 1 , sometimes called the line-in jack, connects an optional monaural or stereo microphone. ■ The audio line-out jack 2 , sometimes called a line-out jack, connects head...
Page 101 - Using the Microphone Jack; When you connect a device to the audio-out jack:
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–7 Using the Microphone Jack When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a monaural microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. A monaural electret condenser microphone is recommended. ■ If you connect a stereo microphone, left channel sound will record...
Page 102 - Connecting an S-Video Device; Connecting the Audio; The S-Video jack supports video signals only.; Connecting the Video; input
6–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Connecting an S-Video Device Connecting the Audio The S-Video jack supports video signals only. If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and video functions, such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook and displaying it on your tele...
Page 103 - Turning a Video Device On and Off; To turn on a video device that is connected to the notebook:; device from the system.; Changing the Color Television Format
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–9 Turning a Video Device On and Off When an S-Video device is turned on, an image is displayed. When the device is off, an image is not displayed. To turn on a video device that is connected to the notebook: ■ Start or restart the notebook. ■ Repeatedl...
Page 104 - “Using the Setup Utility”; Using Multimedia Software; To open Windows Media Player and play a CD:
6–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Region-specific formats are set at the factory for most notebooks, but the region setting can be changed on any notebook. Refer to “Changing DVD Region Settings” later in this chaper. Color television format settings are changed in the Setup utility...
Page 105 - Installing WinDVD; loads, and a list of applications is displayed.; Playing a Video CD or DVD; “Changing DVD Region Settings”
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–11 Playing Video CDs and DVDs with InterVideo WinDVD InterVideo WinDVD is an application that enables you to play DVD movies or video CDs. WinDVD is preinstalled on the notebook. Some DVDs contain third-party DVD player programs such as PCFriendly that...
Page 106 - To play a DVD or video CD:; Changing DVD Region Settings
6–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia To play a DVD or video CD: 1. Insert the DVD or video CD into the optical drive. 2. Assign WinDVD to play the video: ❏ If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPicker window is displayed, select Play Video By Using WinDVD. ❏ If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPic...
Page 107 - To change the region setting on drive media:
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–13 To change the region setting on drive media: 1. Open WinDVD by doing one of the following: ❏ Select the WinDVD icon on the taskbar. ❏ Select Start > All Programs > InterVideo WinDVD > InterVideo WinDVD. 2. Right-click on the WinDVD player w...
Page 108 - Understanding Easy CD & DVD Creator Features; Easy CD & DVD Creator includes the following 4 applications:
6–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Understanding Easy CD & DVD Creator Features Easy CD & DVD Creator includes the following 4 applications: ✎ Additional applications that appear in the Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator online User’s Guide are not available on this notebook mod...
Page 109 - Preparing to Use Easy CD & DVD Creator; Choosing Recording Media
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–15 Preparing to Use Easy CD & DVD Creator Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a CD or DVD: ■ Before writing to a CD, connect the notebook to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a CD while the notebook is running on batter...
Page 110 - Responding to the UDF Prompt; Formatting Recording Media; Select Manually Format Disc, and choose the format settings.
6–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Responding to the UDF Prompt The first time you insert a CD into an optical drive, you may be prompted to install Universal Disk Format (UDF) Reader. The UDF Reader is preinstalled on select notebook models. If UDF Reader is installed on your notebo...
Page 111 - Creating CDs
Multimedia Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–17 To record information to a CD using Creator Classic or Disc Copier, do not use a CD formatted for Drag-to-Disc or erase the information from a rewriteable disc to use it again. Creating CDs Refer to the Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator online User’s Gu...
Page 112 - Erasing Recorded Media with Creator Classic; To erase recorded media formatted with Creator Classic:; Selecting Easy CD & DVD Creator Settings
6–18 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Erasing Recorded Media with Creator Classic To erase recorded media formatted with Creator Classic: 1. Insert the CD into the optical drive. 2. Open the Creator Classic window by selecting Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator &...
Page 114 - Preparing to Use InterVideo WinDVD Creator
6–20 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Multimedia Preparing to Use InterVideo WinDVD Creator Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a DVD: ■ Before writing to a DVD, connect the notebook to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a DVD while the notebook is running on battery po...
Page 115 - Communications
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–1 7 Communications Contents Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2 Connecting the Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3 Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 116 - Modem
7–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Communications Modem All notebook models include an RJ-11 telephone jack, and a preinstalled V.92 modem. A modem cable with RJ-11 connectors at each end is also included with select models. If you purchased a notebook with an internal modem in a country where R...
Page 117 - Connecting the Modem; A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line.; Modem and Networking Guide; Network; and 100 Mbps when connected to
Communications Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–3 Connecting the Modem A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a telephone cable into the RJ-45 network jack. Å WARNING: Connecting the no...
Page 118 - Connecting a Network Cable; Turning a Network Connection Off and On
7–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Communications Connecting a Network Cable For information on connecting a network cable, refer to the Modem and Networking Guide included on the Documentation Library CD. Turning a Network Connection Off and On To conserve power, turn off a network connection y...
Page 120 - To Turn Wireless Communication On and Off; Close any files that reside on other network notebooks.
7–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Communications To Turn Wireless Communication On and Off Wireless networks and cellular modems are examples of devices that use wireless communication. Such devices may be restricted in some situations or environments, such as when traveling in an airplane. If ...
Page 121 - Connecting to a Wireless Network
Communications Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–7 Connecting to a Wireless Network You can connect to an access point that gives you access to a local area network, or you can connect directly to other computers in an “ad hoc” network. Before you can connect your notebook to an existing 802.11b ...
Page 122 - Infrared
7–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Communications Infrared The notebook is IrDA-compliant and can communicate with another infrared-equipped device that is also IrDA-compliant. The IrDA connection speed standard is 4 megabits per second (Mbps). The infrared port supports low-speed connections up...
Page 123 - Setting Up an Infrared Transmission; If Standby initiates
Communications Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–9 Setting Up an Infrared Transmission For information about using infrared software and enabling or disabling infrared ports, refer to the operating system Help files and to the documentation included with the external infrared device. To set up 2 ...
Page 125 - Hardware Options and
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–1 8 Hardware Options and Upgrades Contents External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2Connecting a Monitor or Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 126 - External Devices
8–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades External Devices The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard external devices. ■ For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. ■ For information abo...
Page 127 - Connecting a USB Device; Powered hubs must be connected to external power.
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–3 Connecting a USB Device USB (universal serial bus) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect external devices such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the notebook or optional HP Notebook Expansio...
Page 128 - Using a USB Device; Using a PC Card
8–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades Using a USB Device To use a USB device, plug the device into one of the four USB connectors on your notebook. Legacy USB 1.1 support is enabled by default. This supports a USB keyboard or hub connected to a USB connector on the not...
Page 129 - Selecting a PC Card
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–5 Selecting a PC Card A Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Card can be used. Zoomed video PC cards are not supported. Configuring a PC Card Ä CAUTION: If you install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a PC Card manuf...
Page 130 - Hold the PC Card label-side up with the connectors facing
8–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades Inserting a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors: ■ Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot. ■ Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted. 1. Hold the PC Card ...
Page 131 - Stopping and Removing a PC Card
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–7 Stopping and Removing a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the PC Card before removing it. ✎ Stopping a PC Card, even if it is not in use, conserves power. 1. Close all applications and compl...
Page 132 - Using Digital Media
8–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades Using Digital Media The digital media slot supports the following digital media formats: ■ Secure Digital (SD) ■ Multimedia Card (MMC) ■ Memory Stick (MS) ■ SmartMedia (SM) Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital media card con...
Page 133 - Using the Digital Media Light
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–9 Using the Digital Media Light The digital media light turns on when an inserted Digital Media card is being accessed. The digital media light turns off when inserted digital media is inactive or when the digital media slot is empty...
Page 134 - Inserting Digital Media; To insert a digital media card:
8–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades Inserting Digital Media To insert a digital media card: 1. Hold the card label-side up with the connectors facing the notebook. 2. Gently push the card into the Digital Media slot until the card is seated. (The card will extend sl...
Page 135 - Removing Digital Media; Disabling or Restarting Digital Media; “Inserting Digital Media”
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–11 Removing Digital Media To remove a Digital Media card: 1. Complete all activities that are supported by the card (such as a data transfer) and close all applications. 2. Push the card in until it is released 1 . 3. Pull the card o...
Page 136 - Increasing Memory; Displaying Memory Information; To display the amount of RAM in the system:
8–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades Increasing Memory You can increase the amount of RAM (random access memory) in the notebook with an optional HP-approved memory module. The notebook memory slot supports one 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB, or 1024-MB memory module. Some n...
Page 137 - Removing or Inserting a Memory Module; Save your work and shut down the notebook. If you are not
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–13 Removing or Inserting a Memory Module Å WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock, access only the memory compartment during this procedure. The memory compartment and the battery and hard drive bays are the only user-acces...
Page 138 - Remove the two memory compartment screws
8–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades 5. Turn the notebook upside down. 6. Remove the two memory compartment screws 1 . 7. Slide the memory compartment cover towards the notebook display hinges and lift up to remove 2 . Opening the memory compartment
Page 139 - To remove a memory module:
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–15 8. Remove or insert the memory module. To remove a memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the module 1 . (The module tilts upward.) b. Grasp the edges of the module and gently pull the module out of the me...
Page 140 - To insert a memory module:
8–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades To insert a memory module: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module with the keyed area in the memory slot 1 . b. With the module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory compartment, press the module into the me...
Page 141 - Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the
Hardware Options and Upgrades Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–17 9. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook, then lower the cover and slide it towards the front of the notebook 1 . 10. Reinsert and tighten the two memory compartment screws 2 . 11. Rep...
Page 142 - Connecting an Optional Cable Lock
8–18 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Hardware Options and Upgrades Connecting an Optional Cable Lock The purpose of security solutions is to act a deterrent. The solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen. To install a security cable: 1. Loop the cable around a secured o...
Page 143 - Restorations and Utilities
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–1 9 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Contents Updating Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2 Preparing for a Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2Downloading and Installing an Update . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 144 - Updating Software; Preparing for a Software Update; Accessing Notebook Product Information; category
9–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Updating Software For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with changing technologies, install the latest versions of the software provided with your notebook as they become ...
Page 145 - Accessing Notebook ROM Information
Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–3 The product name, notebook model, and notebook serial number are also displayed in the same section of the Setup utility that displays ROM information, as described in the next section. Accessing Notebook ROM Informa...
Page 146 - Downloading and Installing an Update; A SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update.; Downloading and Installing a ROM Update; Downloading a ROM Update:; Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for
9–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Downloading and Installing an Update Most software at the HP Web site is packaged in a compressed file called a SoftPaq. Some ROM updates may be packaged in a compressed file called a RomPaq. Other ROM updates may be...
Page 147 - Installing a ROM Update; Open Windows Explorer. To open Windows Explorer from
Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–5 3. At the download area: a. Record the date, name, or other identifier of any ROM update that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook. (You may need to identify the update later, after it has been ...
Page 148 - Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaq
9–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaq To update software other than a ROM update: 1. Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for your notebook: Select Start > Help and Support, then select...
Page 149 - Backing Up and Restoring Data; Setting a System Restore Point
Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–7 Backing Up and Restoring Data The System Restore utility enables you to safeguard your system files and functional configurations by using System Restore points. System Restore points are restorable “snapshots” or be...
Page 150 - Repairing the Operating System; Operating System
9–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System The Operating System CD included with your notebook can be used to repair or reinstall the operating system. Either operations may take 1 to 2 hours to complete. ■ Repai...
Page 151 - Reinstalling the Operating System
Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–9 6. Press enter to continue. A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed. 7. Press f8 to accept the agreement and continue. The Setup window is displayed. 8. Press R to repair the selected Windows installation. The repa...
Page 152 - Driver Recovery
9–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities 6. Press enter to continue. A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed. 7. Press f8 to accept the agreement and continue. The Setup window is displayed. 8. Press esc to continue installing a new copy of the operating...
Page 153 - Using the Setup Utility; Opening the Setup Utility; To access most settings:
Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–11 Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System The Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a restoration CD is enhanced by HP. The HP enhancements add power and security features and provide supp...
Page 154 - Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility
9–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup utility is not Windows-based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection are by keystroke. ■ To navigate, use the up and down arrow key...
Page 155 - Specifications; Notebook Dimensions
Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 A–1 A Specifications The information in this appendix may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook internationally or in extreme environments. Notebook Dimensions Dimension Metric U.S. Height (front) 4.25 cm 1.67 inches Height (rear) 4.70 cm 1.85 inc...
Page 156 - Operating Environment
A–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 Specifications Operating Environment Rated Input Power The notebook operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the notebook can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, HP strongly recommends that the notebook be p...
Page 157 - “Storing a Battery Pack”
Specifications Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 A–3 The notebook is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications. This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms. Finding More Environmental Information The specificatio...
Page 159 - Index
Startup and Reference Guide Index–1 Index 1394 connector 2–11 A AC adapter connecting 1–5identifying 2–18power connector 2–11 AC power 1–12adapter AC 1–5 , 2–18 country-specific modem 2–18Japan-specific outlet 2–18 airport security devices 5–3altitude specifications A–2antivirus software 1–11applica...
Page 162 - See also
Index–4 Startup and Reference Guide Index fn key changing Standby function 4–13 identifying 2–4Standby function 4–8 function keys 2–4 H hard drive bay identifying 2–14replacing hard drive 5–5 hard drive, internal defined 5–2displaying amount of free space on 8–12 replacing 5–5retaining screws 5–5 , ...
Page 164 - Modem and Networking
Index–6 Startup and Reference Guide Index Microsoft logo key 2–4model, identifying notebook 9–2modem approvals label 2–16cable 2–17connecting 7–3country-specific adapter 2–18specifications 7–2virus protection 1–11 Modem and Networking guide 2–19 monitor, external external monitor connector 2–9switch...
Page 166 - Safety & Comfort Guide
Index–8 Startup and Reference Guide Index resolution, screen 1–10restoring software 2–19RJ-11 telephone jack identifying 2–9modem cable 2–17 RJ-45 network jack identifying 2–9network cable 2–17 ROM defined 9–2determining current version of 9–3 downloading and installing 9–4obtaining updates 9–4 RomP...
Page 168 - See
Index–10 Startup and Reference Guide Index V VCR audio-out jack function 6–6 connecting 6–8 vents, fan 2–10 , 2–12 , 2–15 video CDs, DVDs. See CD(s); DVD(s) video device connecting audio 6–8S-Video jack 6–8turning on and off 6–9 viruses, computer 1–11volume, adjusting 6–3 W Windows applications key ...
