HP dv5-2155dx - Manual

Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Action keys Execute frequently used functions...

Component Description (1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memorycard (standard and large size) ● xD-Picture card (XD) (2) Speakers (2) Produce sound. Rig...

Display components Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) HP TrueVision webcam light On: The HP TrueVision webcam is in use. (3) HP TrueVision webcam Records video and captures still photographs. ENWW Identifying the hardware 7

Bottom components Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (3) Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating...

Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide-area networks (WWAN). *The antennas are not visible fr...

Component Description (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged intoexternal power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Identifying the labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information...

2 Wireless and local area network Using wireless devices Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device—Connects the computer to wireless local areane...

Icon Name Description Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers areinstalled and one or more network devices are connected tothe network. Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers areinstalled, all network devices or a...

To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Show hidden icons icon, the arrow at the left of the notification area, and position the mouse pointer over the wireless icon. If the wireless icon is not displayed in the notification area, complete the following steps to changeWireless Assistant...

Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● The wireless computer (3)...

A variety of sophisticated encryption protocols is available for your WLAN. Find the solution thatworks best for your network security: ◦ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol that encodes or encrypts all network data before it is transmitted using a WEP key. Usually, you ca...

Roaming to another network When you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to thatnetwork. If the attempt is successful, your computer is automatically connected to the new network. IfWindows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you used...

6. Remove the battery. 7. Insert the SIM card into the slot. 8. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is not replaced. 9. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices. 10. Turn on the computer. Removing a SIM To remo...

7. Push in on the SIM card (1) to release it, and then remove the SIM card (2) . 8. Replace the battery. 9. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices. 10. Turn on the computer. Using Bluetooth wireless devices A Bluetooth device provides short-range wire...

Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ●...

Network icon is not displayed If the network status icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, thesoftware driver is either missing or corrupted. A Windows “Device not Found” error message may alsobe displayed. The driver must be reinstalled. Get the latest version ...

3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the TouchPad, you can also connect an external USB mouse to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as butto...

Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned action. NOTE: Depending on the application you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys will open a ...

Icon Action Description Previous track/section Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD. Play/Pause Plays, pauses, or resumes an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD. Stop Stops audio or video playback of a CD, a DVD, or a BD. Next track/section Plays the next track of an...

4 Multimedia Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music...

Using the media activity action keys The media activity action keys control the play of an audio CD, or a DVD or BD that is inserted into theoptical drive. Using the media activity action keys Media activity is controlled by the f5 , f6 , f7 , and f8 action keys. ● When an audio CD, or a DVD or BD i...

Using HP MediaSmart software Your computer has preinstalled HP MediaSmart software. MediaSmart turns your computer into amobile entertainment center. You can enjoy music and DVD and BD movies. You can also view InternetTV and live TV, and manage and edit your photo collections. NOTE: You must purcha...

● Stream radio programs ● Create or “burn” audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices ....

To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port: 1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer’sinstructions. 3. Press the f4 action key on the computer to switch the image be...

Adjusting HP TrueVision webcam properties You can adjust webcam properties using the Properties dialog box, which is accessible from variousprograms that use the integrated camera, usually from a configuration, settings, or properties menu: ● Brightness —Controls the amount of light that is incorpor...

5 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When Sleep is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory,letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hi...

Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity whenrunning on either battery power or external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power...

Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list. – or – Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options , and then select a power plan from the list. Customizing power plans 1. Click the ...

When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switch...

Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to ACpower: ● The computer will not turn on. ● The display does not turn on. ● The power lights are off. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from the computer. 2. Connect t...

3. Rotate the battery into the battery bay until it is seated (2) . The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. NOTE: The battery releas...

Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmeror cooler than room temperature. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow theserecommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before ...

Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery level and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power until the power lights turn off. Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the ...

Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fullyrecharged. When the battery is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns white. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging...

To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place. NOTE: A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the capacity is less than 50 percent, recharge the battery before returning it to storage. Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or ...

6 Drives Identifying installed drives Your computer includes a solid state drive (SSD) with solid-state memory. Because it has no movingparts, an SSD does not generate as much heat as other hard drives. To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer . Handling drives Drives...

Using an optical drive Your computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify whatkind of device is installed in your computer to see its capabilities. The optical drive allows you to readdata discs, play music, and watch movies. If your computer includes a ...

Copying a CD or DVD 1. Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suites > Power2Go . 2. Insert the disc you want to copy into the optical drive. 3. Click Copy at the bottom right of the screen. Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a temporary folder on your hard drive. 4....

For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided withthe software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. Removing an optical disc (CD, DVD, or BD) 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pul...

Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up diskspace and help the computer to run more efficiently. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup . 2. Follow the on-...

If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked the drive, the computer will behave in the followingways: ● The computer will not shut down. ● The computer will not initiate Sleep or Hibernation, except as described in the following Note. NOTE: If the computer is running on battery power and rea...

7 External devices Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer,scanner, or hub, to the computer or to an optional expansion product. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the devi...

To remove a USB device: 1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the left of the notification area). 2. Click th...

8 External media cards Using Digital Media Slot cards Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are oftenused with digital media–equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other computers. The Digital Media Slot supports the following digital card for...

Removing a digital card CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card. 1. Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. NOTE: To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Cop...

9 Memory modules Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacantexpansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memo...

Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot The expansion memory module slot is stacked above the primary memory module slot. To upgrade amemory module in the primary memory module slot, follow these steps: 1. Save your work. 2. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the...

10 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows SetupUtility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks. Follow the procedures in this guide to use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus so...

Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility: ● A password can be any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is case sensitive. ● A password set in Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. A password setin Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. ...

Entering an administrator password At the Enter Password prompt, type your administrator password, and then press enter . After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again. Power-on password Your power-on password prevents unauthorized use...

To view and access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security . For more information about computer viruses, type viruses in the Search box in Help and Support. Using firewall software When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unau...

11 Backup and recovery Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. HP recommends that youcreate recovery discs immediately after software setup. As you add new software and data files, youshould continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonab...

● Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer. ● Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive. ● If necessary, you can exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs. Thenext time you open Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue the dis...

4. Click System Restore . 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use HP Recovery Manager to create a set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as you set upyour computer. Recove...

A Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when yourWindows® operating system is not working. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and otherpreferences. To ...

Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving changes. ● To exit Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Change...

Select To do this Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select modelsonly) Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. Fan Always On Enable/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan willalways be on. Boot Options Set the following boot options: ● f10 and f12 Delay (seconds) ― Set the delay fo...

B Software updates Updated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs . Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information...

Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter.Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on batte...

Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 Power Saving 91 A AC adapter connecting 45identifying 10testing 46 action keys decreasing screen brightness 26 decreasing the speaker volume 27, 30 Help and Support 26identifying 4increasing screen brightness 26 increasing the speaker volume 27, 30 muting or restoring the...