HP DV6-3225DX - Manual

Components Top components TouchPad Component Function TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. To view or change the pointing device preferences: 1. Select Start > Devices and Printers . 2. Right-click the device representing the computer. 3. Select Mouse settings ...

TouchPad buttons Item Description Function 1 TouchPad On/Off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Press and holdthe button for two seconds to turn the TouchPadon and off. 2 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an externalmouse. 3 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right butt...

Lights Item Description Function 1 TouchPad light Amber—The TouchPad is disabled. 2 Caps Lock light On—The Caps Lock is on. 3 Power light ● On—The computer is on. ● Flashing—The computer is in Sleep. ● Off—The computer is off or in Hibernation. 4 Volume Mute light Amber—The computer sound is off. 5 ...

Buttons and Fingerprint Reader (select models only) Item Description Function 1 Power button Press the Power button to: ● Turn on the computer. ● Initiate Sleep. ● Exit Sleep. ● Exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windowsshutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold th...

Keys Item Description Function 1 esc key Press the esc and fn keys at the same time to display system information. 2 E-mail key Opens a new e-mail in the default e-mail client. 3 Media Application key Launches the MediaSmart application. 4 Web Browser key Launches the default web browser. 5 Print ke...

Front components Description Function Speakers Produce sound. Right-side components Item Description Function 1 USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. 2 Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, writes tooptical discs. 3 Optical Drive light Flashing—Accessing the optical drive. 4...

Bottom components Item Description Function 1 Battery bay Holds the battery. 2 Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It isnormal for the internal fan to cycle on and off duringroutine ...

Display components Item Description Function 1 Internal microphones (2) Record sound. 2 Webcam light On—The webcam is in use. 3 Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. 10 Chapter 1 Features

Additional hardware components Item Description Function 1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Battery* Provides power when the computer is not connected toan external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region...

2 Wireless, local area network, andmodem Using wireless devices Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. The computer might beequipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device—Connects the computer to wireless loca...

Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Description Wireless (connected) Identifies the location of the wireless light and the wireless key onthe computer. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant softwareon the computer and indicates that one or more of the wirelessdevices are on. ...

Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, access is available to a wireless local area network (WLAN), which iscomposed of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wirelessaccess point. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably. ...

Protecting your WLAN Because the WLAN standard was designed with only limited security capabilities—basically to foilcasual eavesdropping rather than more powerful forms of attack—it is essential to understand thatWLANs are vulnerable to well-known and well-documented security weaknesses. WLANs in p...

Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN: 1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If it is on, the wireless light is illuminated white. If thewireless light is off, press the wireless key. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off. 2. Click the Network ico...

Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableconnections that traditionally link electronic devices such as: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imagi...

Connecting to a local area network Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchasedseparately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1) , which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2)...

3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as buttonconfiguration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties: 1. Select Start > Devices and Printers ...

Component Description (2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Turning the TouchPad on and off The To...

Using the touchscreen (select models only) The touchscreen allows you to make selections or activate items on the screen using your finger. The touchscreen functions with the default calibration or with a calibration set by another user.However, HP recommends calibrating the touchscreen. Calibration...

Performing actions on the touchscreen Use a plastic computer pen or your fingernail to perform click or flick actions. The instructions in this section are based on the preferences set at the factory. To modify settings forrecognized clicks and flicks select Start > Control Panel > Hardware an...

Setting touchscreen preferences To set touchscreen preferences: ● For clicks, flicks, and visual feedback, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Touch . These preferences are specific to the touchscreen and the computer. ● For left-handed or right-handed users, select ...

Using the hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or an action key (3) . Press fn+esc to display information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number. Depending on the application you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys o...

Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad cause the pointer to jump around on the screen. To avoid this,clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth, and wash your hands frequently when using the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal component...

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

Identifying your multimedia components Item Description Function 1 Internal digital dual array microphone (2) Records sound. 2 Webcam light Illuminates when video software accesses the webcam. 3 Webcam Records video, and captures still photographs. 4 Volume Down key Decreases the volume. 5 Volume Up...

Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume using the computer volume keys. ● To decrease volume, press the Volume Down key (1) . ● To increase volume, press the Volume Up key (2) . ● To mute or restore volume, press the Volume Mute key (3) . NOTE: Volume is controlled through the Windows operating syste...

Using the media activity keys The media activity keys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD or BD that is inserted into anexternal optical drive (purchased separately). ● When an audio CD or a DVD is not playing, press the Play/Pause key to play the disc (2) . ● When an audio CD or a DVD is playi...

Multimedia software Preinstalled multimedia software allows you to play music, watch movies, and view pictures. Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns the computer into a mobile entertainment center. Enjoy music and DVD and BDmovies, view Internet and live TV, and manage and edit your phot...

Audio The computer has a variety of audio features that allow you to: ● Play music using the computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal microphone or a connected external microphone. ● Download music from the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations us...

3. Save the file to the desktop. 4. Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart, and play back the sound. To confirm or change the audio settings on the computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound . Video The computer has a variety of video features that allow you to: ● ...

Connecting an HDMI device The computer includes an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The HDMI port connectsthe computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or anycompatible digital or audio component. The computer supports one HDMI device conne...

To return audio to the computer speakers: 1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar. 2. Click Playback devices . 3. On the Playback tab, click Speakers . 4. Click Set Default . 5. Click OK . Webcam The computer includes an integrated webcam, located at...

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...

When the computer exits Sleep, the Power light illuminates, and you return to the screen where youentered Sleep. NOTE: If a password is required when exiting Sleep, enter your Windows password at the prompt. Initiating and exiting Hibernation Hibernation initiates after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of i...

Viewing the current power plan To view to current power plan: ● Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the task bar. – or – ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options . Selecting a different power plan To select a different power ...

Using external AC power WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while on board an aircraft. External AC power is ...

Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Connect the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet (not bydisconnecting the power co...

Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not connected to external power, thecomputer runs on battery power. When the computer is connected to external AC power, thecomputer runs on AC power. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on extern...

Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source causes loss of information. To prevent loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removingthe battery. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down o...

Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Somelow-battery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options in Windows ControlPanel. Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights. Identifying low ...

Calibrating a battery Calibrate the battery when: ● The battery charge displays seem inaccurate. ● You observe a significant change in battery run time. A heavily used battery should only be calibrated once a month. Do not calibrate a new battery. To calibrate the battery: 1. Fully charge the batter...

Conserving battery power To conserve battery power: ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options > Power Saver power plan. ● Shut down wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applicationswhen you are not using them. ● Disconnect external d...

Switching between graphics modes (select models only) The computer is equipped with switchable graphics and has two modes for processing graphics.When switching from AC power to battery power, the computer switches from High-performancemode to Power-saving mode to conserve battery life. Similarly, w...

6 Drives Handling drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Adhere to the followingcautions before handling drives: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information: Before moving a computer that is connected to an e...

Optical drive The computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. The opticaldrive allows you to read data discs, play music, and watch movies. If the computer includes a Blu-rayDisc (BD) ROM Drive, then high-definition video can also be watched. Identifying the in...

Using external drives Removable external drives expand storing options and information access. A USB mouse can beconnected to the system using the ports on an optional docking device or optional expansion product. USB drives include: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive w...

Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the hard drive become fragmented. Disk Defragmenterconsolidates the fragmented files and folders on the hard drive so that the system runs moreefficiently. After starting Disk Defragmenter, it works without su...

Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects the hard drive by parking the drive and halting I/Orequests under one of the following conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is running on batt...

Before moving the computer, HP recommends shutting down the computer or initiating Sleep orHibernation. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software: ● Enables and disables HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Depending on your user ...

Replacing a drive in the primary hard drive bay CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove thehard drive while the computer is on or in Sleep or Hibernation. If you are not sure whether ...

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 might require additional support software, which is usually included with thedev...

Removing a USB device CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in “Removing a USB device.” CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device. To remove a USB device: 1. Click the Safely Remove Hardwar...

Connecting an eSATA device CAUTION: To prevent damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect an eSATA device. To connect an eSATA device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the eSATAport. A sounds alerts you that the device is connected to the computer. Using...

Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in “Removing an eSATA device.” CAUTION: To prevent damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the eSATA device. To remove an eSATA device: 1. Click the Safely ...

8 External media cards Using Digital Media Slot cards Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards areused with digital media-equipped cameras and PDAs, as well as with other computers. The Digital Media Slot supports the following digital card formats:...

2. Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated. A sounds alerts you when a device is detected, and a menu of options appears. Removing a digital card CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in “Rem...

9 Memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of thecomputer. The memory capacity of the computer is upgraded by adding a memory module to thevacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primarymemory module s...

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

Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Severaltypes of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information.Passwords are set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer...

Setting passwords in Setup Utility Password Function Administrator password ● Protects access to Setup Utility. ● After this password is set, it is entered each time youaccess Setup Utility. CAUTION: If you forget your administrator password, Setup Utility cannot be accessed. Power-on password ● Pro...

Using antivirus software When using the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, the computer is exposed toviruses. Computer viruses disable the operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause them tofunction abnormally. Antivirus software detects most viruses, destroys them, and in...

Installing critical security updates CAUTION: Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive analert. Updates to the operating system and other software might h...

Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: The location of the fingerprint reader varies by computer model. Locating the Fingerprint Reader The Fingerprint Reader is a small metallic sensor that is located: ● Near the bottom of the TouchPad ● On the right side of the keyboard ● On the u...

Registering fingerprints A Fingerprint Reader allows you to log on to Windows using a fingerprint that you have registeredusing DigitalPersona Personal software, instead of using a Windows password. To register one or more fingerprints: 1. In Windows, click the DigitalPersona Personal icon in the no...

Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows To log on to Windows using your fingerprint: 1. After you register your fingerprints, restart Windows. 2. Swipe any of your registered fingers to log on to Windows. 88 Chapter 10 Security

11 Troubleshooting Cannot connect to a WLAN Before troubleshooting a network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are installed for allwireless devices. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are included with select computer models only. If wireless networking is not listed in the feature lis...

Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows automatically repairs a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a Network icon in the notification area, right-click the icon, and then click Troubleshoot problems . Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the preferrednet...

3. Remove the disc from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outeredges of the disc (3) . Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray, and the...

A CD, DVD, or BD does not play automatically 1. Click Start > Default Programs > Change AutoPlay Settings . 2. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices check box is selected. 3. Click Save . A disc should now start automatically when it is inserted into the optical drive. A DVD ...

● Be sure that the disc is inserted properly. ● Select a slower write speed and try again. ● If copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burnthe contents to a new disc, and then burn from the hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver lo...

3. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containingadditional information. 6. Click Install now to install the updated driver without downloading the file. – or –...

Index A AC adapter connecting 44identifying 12 action keys adjusting volume 28audio CD, DVD, or BD controls 28 decrease screen brightness 27 Help and Support 27increase screen brightness 27muting speaker sound 28switching screen image 27using 27volume 33wireless 28 administrator password creating 82...