HP 430239-001 - Manual

1 First-time setup Identify required hardware To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the computer, AC adapter, power cord, and the battery. ✎ Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model. Getting Started 1–1

First-time setup Set up the computer To set up the computer, you will 1. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. Connect the computer to external power. ✎ The battery begins to charge. 3. Turn on the computer. 4. Set up the software. 5. Create recovery discs (recommended). ✎ Refer to Appendix C, ” ...

First-time setup Step 1: Insert the battery To insert a battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Slide the battery 1 into the battery bay until it is seated. The battery release latches 2 automatically lock the battery into place. 1–4 Getting S...

First-time setup Step 3: Turn on the computer To turn on the computer: 1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display. 2. Raise the display 2 . Getting Started 1–7

First-time setup Step 4: Set up the software After the computer is turned on, it will go through a brief software setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the software. Note the following: ■ After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interrupt...

1–10 Getting Started First-time setup Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended) After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and ...

Getting Started 2–1 2 Next steps Install additional hardware and software Identify and install hardware To see a list of hardware installed on the computer: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. ✎ Windows includes the User Account Control fe...

2–2 Getting Started Next steps Locate and install software The computer includes software that may be ■ Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer: 1. Select Start > All Programs. 2. Double-click the program you want to open. ■ Provide...

Next steps Protect the computer The information in this section is designed to protect the computer from damage caused by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or unsafe operation. Protect the computer from viruses When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it...

2–4 Getting Started Next steps Protect your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you or the computer. To optimize the privacy protection features included with the computer: ■ Keep the operating...

Next steps Use the computer 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 computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the ...

Next steps Connect to a computer network The computer may have the following networking capabilities: ■ Local area network (LAN) ■ Wireless local area network (WLAN) ■ Bluetooth® If you plan to connect the computer to a home office LAN or WLAN, you must have a router or wireless router. Refer to the...

2–8 Getting Started Next steps Update your software Most software, including the operating system, is updated frequently by the manufacturer or provider. Important updates to the software included with the computer may have been released since the computer left the factory. Some updates may affect t...

Next steps Turn off the computer correctly Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the Lock button, and then ...

3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, follow the troubleshooting steps below: 1. Refer to “ Quick troubleshooting ,” next in this chapter. 2. Access additional information about the computer and Web site links through Help and Support. Select Start > Hel...

Troubleshooting Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up To turn on the computer, press the power button. When the computer is turned on, the power light is turned on. If the computer and the power light are not turned on when you press the power button, adequate power may not be ava...

Troubleshooting The computer screen is blank If the computer is on but the screen is blank, the computer may be in the Sleep state or in Hibernation or may not be set to display the image on the computer screen. Try the suggestions below to resolve the issue: ■ To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly ...

Troubleshooting Software is functioning abnormally If the software becomes unresponsive or responds abnormally, restart the computer by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the Lock button, and then clicking Restart. If you cannot restart the computer using this procedure, refer to the next se...

Troubleshooting The computer is turned on but not responding If the computer is turned on, but not responding to software or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Shut down the computer through the operati...

Troubleshooting The computer is unusually warm It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it is in use. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it may be overheating because a vent is blocked. If you suspect that the computer is overheating, allow the computer to cool to room te...

Troubleshooting An external device is not working If an external device does not function as expected: ■ Turn on the device as instructed in the device user guide. Some devices may not be powered by the computer, and must be turned on before the computer is turned on. ■ Be sure that ❏ All device con...

Troubleshooting The home wireless network connection is not working If a home wireless network connection is not working as expected: ■ Be sure that the wireless light on the computer is on. If the light is off, press the wireless button to turn it on. ■ Be sure that the computer wireless antennae a...

Troubleshooting Help and Support If the preceding questions and solutions did not address your problem, access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help and Support. In addition to providing information about your operating system, Help and Support provides ■ Information about the computer, such...

Troubleshooting Prepare to contact Customer Care For the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have the computer and the following information available when you call or e-mail: ■ Product name located on the display or keyboard. ■ Serial number (s/n) listed on the service tag. ❏ The service t...

A Notebook tour ✎ Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this appendix identify the standard features included on most computer models. Getting Started A–1

Notebook tour Top components Component 1 Power light 6 Caps lock light 2 Power button 7 Num lock light 3 Info Center button 8 Volume mute button 4 Wireless button 9 Volume scroll zone 5 Presentation button - Fingerprint reader A–2 Getting Started

Notebook tour Keys Component 1 esc key 4 Windows applications key 2 fn key 5 Embedded numeric keypad 3 Windows logo key 6 Function keys Getting Started A–3

Notebook tour Pointing devices Component 1 Pointing stick 3 Right pointing stick button 2 Left pointing stick button A–4 Getting Started

Notebook tour Front components Component 1 Wireless light 4 Drive light 2 Power light 5 Display release latch 3 Battery light Rear components Component 1 RJ-45 (network) jack 2 Security cable slot A–6 Getting Started

Notebook tour Right-side components Depending on model, features may vary. Refer to one of the illustrations below. Component 1 PC Card slot 6 External monitor port (select models only) 2 1394 port 7 Vent 3 Audio-out (headphone) jack 8 Docking connector 4 Audio-in (microphone) jack 9 Smart card read...

Notebook tour Left-side components Component 1 Power connector 4 Vent 2 RJ-11(modem) jack 5 Optical drive 3 Powered USB port 6 Optical drive light (select models only) A–8 Getting Started

Notebook tour Bottom components Component 1 Speaker 6 Hard drive bay 2 Memory module compartment 7 Business card holder 3 Vents (3) 8 Mini Card compartment 4 Battery release latches (2) 9 Bluetooth® compartment 5 Battery bay Getting Started A–9

B Connect to the Internet from your home The computer includes hardware and software that allows you to connect to the Internet. Before you can access the Internet, you must ■ Choose an Internet service provider (ISP). ■ Choose the type of Internet connection you want, such as broadband, wireless, o...

Connect to the Internet from your home Use the New Connection Wizard You can use the New 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 from the list...

Connect to the Internet from your home Choose the type of Internet connection There are 3 basic types of Internet connection: ■ Broadband: High-speed Internet access is available through ❏ Cable modem ❏ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❏ Satellite ❏ Other services For broadband access, additional hardw...

C Backup and recovery HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality. ✎ HP installed drivers, utilities, and programs can be copied to a CD or to a DVD using the HP Backup and Recovery Manager. ✎ Formatted DVD±RW and DVD±RW doub...

Backup and recovery Back up the system Using HP Backup and Recovery Manager, you can ■ Back up specific files and folders. ■ Back up the entire hard drive. ■ Back up modifications since your last backup, using HP system recovery points. ■ Schedule backups. Back up specific files or folders You can b...

Backup and recovery 5. Click Next. 6. Click Back up selected files from most common locations (Recommended). – or – Click Advanced Backup (Experienced users) to access advanced filtering techniques. 7. Click Next. 8. Follow the on-screen instructions. Back up the entire hard drive When you perform a...

Backup and recovery 6. Select the location for the backup files, and then click Next. 7. Select the Protect data access with password check box, and then type your password in the Password and Confirm boxes. ✎ This step is optional. If you do not want to password-protect your data access, clear the ...

Backup and recovery To create and schedule a system recovery point: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Back up to protect system settings and important data files, and then click Next. 4. Click Create or manage...

Backup and recovery Recover the system HP Backup and Recovery Manager analyzes the hard drive and creates a dedicated hard drive recovery partition on the hard drive large enough to store a copy of the full factory image. You choose whether you want to store that copy on the recovery partition, on a...

Backup and recovery Create recovery discs (highly recommended) After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of the full factory image, using Recovery Media Creator in the HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the co...

Backup and recovery Perform a recovery Performing a recovery from the recovery discs To perform a recovery from the recovery discs: 1. Back up all personal files. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing a rec...

Backup and recovery Initiating a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition To initiate a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition: 1. Back up all personal files. 2. Restart the computer, and then press f11 before the Windows operating system loads. 3. Click a recovery option, and then c...

D Specifications The following sections provide information on the computer operating environment specifications and power specifications. Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environ...

Specifications Rated input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power sourc...

1394 port, identifying A–7 A AC adapter connecting 1–5 identifying 1–2 altitude specifications D–1 antennae, wireless A–5 antivirus software 3–4 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying A–7 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying A–7 B battery charging 1–6 identifying 1–2 inserting 1–4 battery bay, i...