Page 3 - Contents; Hardware Setup
Getting Started iii Contents 1 Hardware Setup Step 1: Identify the Setup Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4Step 3: Connect the Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5Step 4: Connect the Notebook to...
Page 4 - Notebook Features
iv Getting Started Contents Connect to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8 Enable Communication Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8Set Up Internet Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9 4 Notebook Features Top Components . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 5 - Hardware Setup
Getting Started 1–1 1 Hardware Setup ✎ Your notebook may look slightly different from the illustrations in this chapter. Ä CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and to ensure that the correct drivers are installed: ■ Do not set up the notebook for the first time while the notebook is docked in an opti...
Page 6 - During hardware setup, you will
1–2 Getting Started Hardware Setup During hardware setup, you will 1. Identify the hardware you need to set up the notebook. 2. Insert the battery pack into the notebook so that it can begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power. 3. Connect the modem. 4. Connect the notebo...
Page 7 - Step 1: Identify the Setup Hardware; , and the battery pack
Hardware Setup Getting Started 1–3 Step 1: Identify the Setup 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 . If you would like to use the modem to access the Internet, you will also need the modem cable 4 . If...
Page 8 - Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack
1–4 Getting Started Hardware Setup Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack This notebook supports up to 2 battery packs: ■ One primary lithium-ion battery pack is included with the notebook. ■ The travel battery pack is an optional battery pack that can be attached to the bottom of the notebook. To insert t...
Page 9 - Step 3: Connect the Modem; “Connect to the
Hardware Setup Getting Started 1–5 Step 3: Connect the Modem To connect the modem so that you can access the Internet: ■ Follow the instructions in this section for connecting the modem to an analog telephone line. – or – ■ Follow the instructions provided by your Internet service provider to connec...
Page 10 - Connecting the Modem Cable; Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near
1–6 Getting Started Hardware Setup Connecting the Modem Cable To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that has an RJ-11 (modem) jack: 1. Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near an RJ-11 (modem) jack. 2. If your modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1 , which prev...
Page 11 - Connecting the Modem with an Adapter
Hardware Setup Getting Started 1–7 Connecting the Modem with an Adapter To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 (modem) jack: 1. Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near a telephone jack. 2. If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry ...
Page 13 - Step 5: Open the Notebook; To open the notebook:
Hardware Setup Getting Started 1–9 Step 5: Open the Notebook To open the notebook: 1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display. 2. Raise the display 2 .
Page 14 - Step 6: Turn on the Notebook; To turn on the notebook:
1–10 Getting Started Hardware Setup Step 6: Turn on the Notebook To turn on the notebook: » Press the power/standby button 1 . The power/standby light next to the power/standby button 2 and the power/standby light on the front of the notebook 3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin software s...
Page 15 - Software Setup; During software setup you can
Getting Started 2–1 2 Software Setup During software setup you can ■ Select regional preferences. ■ Accept license agreements. ■ Name your notebook. ■ Create user accounts. You can change or add any settings you select or skip during the setup process. For instructions, refer to Chapter 2, “Managing...
Page 16 - View the Welcome Window
2–2 Getting Started Software Setup View the Welcome Window The first window in software setup is Welcome to Microsoft Windows . This window welcomes you to your Microsoft® Windows® operating system and introduces you to software setup navigation: ■ To display additional information about the text in...
Page 17 - in the
Software Setup Getting Started 2–3 If your computer model has a TouchPad (select models only), to navigate in a window, slide your finger on the TouchPad 1 in the direction that you want to move the cursor. To select an item, move the cursor over the item, and then press the left TouchPad button 2 .
Page 19 - Select Your Regional Preferences; Next
Software Setup Getting Started 2–5 Select Your Regional Preferences The next 2 windows prompt you to confirm or select regional preferences. Regional preferences are preset for the country in which you purchased the notebook. ■ Dates and currency window—The Windows operating system will use the regi...
Page 20 - Name Your Notebook; Must be no longer than 15 characters.
2–6 Getting Started Software Setup Name Your Notebook If you plan to include your notebook on a home network, your notebook must have a unique name. In the What’s your computer’s name? window, you can retain the default name shown in the Computer name text field or choose another name. For example, ...
Page 21 - Create User Accounts
Software Setup Getting Started 2–7 Create User Accounts In the Who will use this computer? window, you can create a user account for each person who might use the notebook. Windows user accounts enable each notebook user to create a personal Windows notebook environment. A user’s Windows environment...
Page 22 - Press the Finish Button; Finish
2–8 Getting Started Software Setup Press the Finish Button When the Thank you! window is displayed, read the text, and then select Finish . Your notebook saves your preferences, and then restarts in Windows. Select your Windows user account, and you are ready to begin using your notebook. To protect...
Page 23 - Next Steps; Protect Your Notebook; Hardware and
Getting Started 3–1 3 Next Steps Protect Your Notebook You can use the information in this section to ■ Protect your notebook from viruses. ■ Protect your system files. ■ Protect your privacy. ■ Protect your notebook from power surges. ■ Use your notebook safely. ■ Turn off your notebook properly. F...
Page 24 - Protect the Notebook from Viruses; Select; and Support; For more information about computer viruses:; Start > Help and Support; into the; Search
3–2 Getting Started Next Steps Protect the Notebook from Viruses When you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can damage or disable your operating system, applications, or utilities. Norton AntiVirus software is prei...
Page 25 - Protect Your System Files; restore; Setting a Restore Point; Start > Help and Support > System Restore
Next Steps Getting Started 3–3 Protect Your System Files System Restore is a Windows operating system feature that enables you to undo harmful changes to your notebook software by restoring your software to an earlier time, called a restore point, when your software was functioning optimally. Restor...
Page 26 - Restoring to a Restore Point; Protect Your Privacy; Hardware; Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet
3–4 Getting Started Next Steps Restoring to a Restore Point To restore the notebook to a previous date and time when it was functioning optimally: 1. Make sure the notebook is connected to reliable external power through the AC adapter. 2. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore . The...
Page 27 - If you are using Windows Firewall, select; Support; to search for instructions on reconfiguring the; Protect the Notebook from Power Surges
Next Steps Getting Started 3–5 Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task, and then enable the firewall. ...
Page 28 - Use the Notebook Safely
3–6 Getting Started Next Steps Use the Notebook Safely Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: ■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. ■ Disconnect power from the notebook by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (no...
Page 29 - Regulatory; Turn Off the Notebook Properly
Next Steps Getting Started 3–7 Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, only the AC adapter or battery pack provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery pack provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery pack purchased as an accessory from HP should be used with the c...
Page 30 - Connect to the Internet; Enable Communication Hardware; “Set Up Internet Service”
3–8 Getting Started Next Steps If the notebook does not respond, try the following shutdown procedures: ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete . Then, select Shut Down > Turn Off . ■ If the notebook does not respond to the ctrl+alt+delete procedure, press and hold the power/standby button for at least 5 seconds...
Page 31 - For information about setting up a wireless device, visit; . The Help and Support utility; Set Up Internet Service; Using an ISP-Provided Icon
Next Steps Getting Started 3–9 For information about setting up a wireless device, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless . For more information about modem, wireless, cable, DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) and network connections, select Start > Help and Support . The Help and Support utility provide...
Page 32 - Using the Internet Connection Wizard; If you already have an account with an ISP.; “Protect Your Privacy”; User Guides
3–10 Getting Started Next Steps Using the Internet Connection Wizard You can use the Windows Internet Connection wizard to connect to the Internet ■ If you already have an account with an ISP. ■ If you have a disc from an ISP. ■ If you do not have an Internet account and would like to select an ISP ...
Page 33 - Notebook Features; This chapter describes hardware features of the notebook.
Getting Started 4–1 4 Notebook Features This chapter describes hardware features of the notebook. ✎ Components included with your notebook may vary by geographical region and by model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard external features included in most notebook models. Refer t...
Page 34 - Top Components; Lights
4–2 Getting Started Notebook Features Top Components Lights ✎ Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your notebook. Component Description 1 Power/standby light Green: The notebook is on.Blinking green: The notebook is in standby mode. Off: The notebook is off or in hibernation. 2 Wirele...
Page 38 - Pointing Devices
4–6 Getting Started Notebook Features Pointing Devices TouchPad (Select Models Only) Component Description 1 TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking. 2 Left TouchPad butto...
Page 40 - Buttons and Switches
4–8 Getting Started Notebook Features Buttons and Switches ✎ Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your notebook. Component Description 1 Power/standby button* When the notebook is: ■ Off, press the button to turn on the notebook. ■ In standby, briefly press the button to to exit stand...
Page 44 - Keys
4–12 Getting Started Notebook Features Keys ✎ Your notebook may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description 1 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. 2 fn key Executes frequently used system function...
Page 45 - Front Components
Notebook Features Getting Started 4–13 Front Components ✎ Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your notebook. Component Description 1 Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. 2 Speakers (2) Produce system sound. 3 Digita...
Page 48 - Rear Components
4–16 Getting Started Notebook Features Rear Components ✎ Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your notebook. Component Description 1 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may no...
Page 50 - Right-Side Components
4–18 Getting Started Notebook Features Right-Side Components ✎ Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your notebook. Component Description 1 Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces system sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. 2 A...
Page 55 - Bottom Components
Notebook Features Getting Started 4–23 Bottom Components ✎ Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your notebook. Component Description 1 Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery pack. 2 Primary battery release latches (2) Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay. 3 Tra...
Page 58 - Additional Hardware Components
4–26 Getting Started Notebook Features Additional Hardware Components Component Description 1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC electrical outlet. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Primary battery pack Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. 4 ...
Page 59 - System Recovery; in the order described here.; Safeguarding Your Data
Getting Started A–1 A System Recovery The notebook system recovery process provides several ways to recover optimal system functionality. For best results, attempt to recover optimal notebook functionality by using the following procedures in the order described here. Safeguarding Your Data Software...
Page 60 - Altiris Local Recovery; snapshots; Open; To restore one of the listed snapshots:; Help
A–2 Getting Started System Recovery Altiris Local Recovery Altiris Local Recovery is a preloaded application that protects the files on your notebook by storing copies of files, called snapshots . If files on your notebook are accidentally deleted or corrupted, you can easily restore the files yours...
Page 61 - System Restore Points; restore point
System Recovery Getting Started A–3 System Restore Points System Restore is an operating system feature that allows you to reverse undesirable changes to your notebook by restoring the notebook to an earlier state, called a restore point . A restore point is a “snapshot” of your software, drivers, a...
Page 62 - Creating a System Restore Point; To create a system restore point:; The System Restore window opens.
A–4 Getting Started System Recovery Creating a System Restore Point To create a system restore point: 1. Select Start > Help and Support . 2. Click System Restore . The System Restore window opens. 3. Click Create a restore point , and then click Next . 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Resto...
Page 63 - Reinstalling Applications; Recovery
System Recovery Getting Started A–5 Reinstalling Applications Applications preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook can be reinstalled by using the Recovery disc or a third-party software disc. ✎ In most cases, the applications preloaded on your notebook, such as those available in the Software Se...
Page 64 - Reinstalling Applications from Discs; OK
A–6 Getting Started System Recovery Reinstalling Applications from the Hard Drive To reinstall a preloaded application or utility from your hard drive: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 2. When you are prompted to select the softw...
Page 65 - Repairing the Operating System; Operating System
System Recovery Getting Started A–7 Repairing the Operating System To attempt an operating system repair without deleting your personal data, use the Operating System disc that was shipped with the notebook: ✎ If your notebook does not have an optical drive, you may need to connect to an optional ex...
Page 66 - Reinstalling the Operating System
A–8 Getting Started System Recovery Reinstalling the Operating System Ä CAUTION: To protect your personal data and the software installed on the notebook, back up your data before reinstalling the operating system. See the Windows online Help utility to learn more about backing up your files. Select...
Page 67 - to continue installing a new copy of the operating; to set up the operating system.; Format the partition using the NTFS file system; to format the drive.
System Recovery Getting Started A–9 8. Press esc to continue installing a new copy of the operating system instead of repairing it. 9. Press enter to set up the operating system. 10. Press C to continue setup using this partition. 11. Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system (Quick) , ...
Page 69 - Index
Getting Started Index–1 Index 1394 port 4–21 , 4–22 6-in-1 Digital Media Slot 4–13 6-in-1 Digital Media Slot light 4–13 A AC adapter connecting 1–8 identifying 4–26 Altiris Local Recovery A–2 antennae 4–15 antivirus software 3–2 applications key, Windows 4–12 applications, reinstalling or repairing ...
Page 74 - Wireless Regulatory Notices
Index–6 Getting Started Index System Restore 3–3 system restore points A–3 T telephone (RJ-11) jack 1–5 temperature, safety considerations 3–6 time settings, software setup 2–5 TouchPad 2–3 , 2–4 , 4–6 travel battery connector 4–23 , 4–25 turning off notebook 3–7 turning on notebook (Windows) 1–10 U...
