Page 3 - Safety warning notice
Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only ona hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining o...
Page 5 - Table of contents
Table of contents 1 Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 What's new? ..........................................................................................................
Page 9 - Welcome
1 Welcome ● What's new? ● Finding information After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps: ● Connect to the Internet —Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 16 . ● Up...
Page 13 - Getting to know your computer
2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Rear ● Bottom 5
Page 14 - Top; TouchPad
Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on thescreen. (4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left butt...
Page 15 - Lights
Lights Component Description (1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (2) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (3) Mute light ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. (4) Wirel...
Page 17 - Keys
Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressedin combination with the b key, the spacebar , or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) b ke...
Page 18 - Front
Front Component Description (1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats: ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card ● Ultra High Speed MultiMediaCard (UHS/MMC) (2) Speakers (2) (sele...
Page 20 - Left side
Left side Component Description (1) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normalfor the internal fan to cycle on and off during routineoperation. (2) External monitor port Connects a...
Page 22 - Rear
Rear Component Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycleon and off during routine operation. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
Page 24 - Networking
3 Networking ● Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ● Connecting to a wireless network NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location. Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access: ● Wireless—For mobile Internet...
Page 26 - Connecting to an existing WLAN
Connecting to an existing WLAN 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. 3. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. 4. Select a network to connect to. 5. Click Connect . 6. If required, enter the security key. 18 Chapter 3 Networking
Page 27 - Setting up a new WLAN network
Setting up a new WLAN network Required 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) ● Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wireless...
Page 29 - Keyboard and pointing devices
4 Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices 21
Page 30 - Using the action keys
Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. Theicons on the f1 through f4 and f6 through f12 keys represent the action key functions. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned ...
Page 31 - Using the hotkeys
Icon Key Description f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off. NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must also be set up. Using the hotkeys A hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and e...
Page 32 - Using the keypad; Using the integrated numeric keypad
Function Hotkey Description Control the bass settings(select models only). fn + b Increases or decreases the Beats Audio bass settings (select modelsonly). Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep,controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio isenabled by default....
Page 33 - Setting pointing device preferences; Using the TouchPad
Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings ...
Page 34 - Turning the TouchPad off and on; Navigating
Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button. NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on. Navigating To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go. 26 Chapter 4 Keyb...
Page 37 - Maintenance
5 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Adding or replacing memory modules 29
Page 39 - Replacing or upgrading the hard drive; Removing the hard drive
3. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it from the computer (3) . Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 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...
Page 41 - Installing a hard drive
Installing a hard drive 1. Insert the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay. 2. Replace the 4 hard drive screws (2) . 3. Connect the hard drive cable (3) to the computer. 4. Replace the hard drive cover: a. With the battery bay toward you, position the hard drive cover (1) at a 45-degree angle from...
Page 43 - Adding or replacing memory modules
Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module slots. The memory module slots are located on the bottom ofthe computer under the hard drive cover. The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded byadding a memory module or replacing the existing memory module in one of the...
Page 46 - Backup and recovery
6 Backup and recovery ● Restore ● Creating restore media ● Performing a system restore ● Backing up and recovering your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard yourinformation and restore it if ever needed. This chapter provides informat...
Page 47 - Creating restore media
Restore In the event of hard drive failure, to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set ofrecovery discs or a recovery flash drive that you can create using HP Recovery Manager. HPrecommends that you use this software to create either a set of recovery discs or a recovery flashdr...
Page 48 - Performing a system restore
Performing a system restore HP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factorystate. HP Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or a recovery flash drive, or from a dedicatedrecovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. NOTE: A system re...
Page 50 - Backing up and recovering your information
Backing up and recovering your information It is very important to back up your files and keep any new software in a safe place. As you add newsoftware and data files, continue to create backups on a regular basis. How completely you are able to recover your system depends on how recent your backup ...
Page 51 - Using Windows Backup and Restore
Using Windows Backup and Restore Guidelines: ● Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process. ● Allow enough time to complete the backup process. Depending on file sizes, it may take over anhour. To create a backup: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Sys...
Page 52 - Using Windows system restore points; When to create restore points
Using Windows system restore points A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific pointin time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes. NOTE: Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files ...
Page 53 - Customer support
7 Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels 45
Page 56 - Specifications
8 Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment 48 Chapter 8 Specifications
Page 57 - DC plug of external HP power supply
Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with thecomputer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. TheAC power source must be rated at 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz. Although the computer can be power...
Page 58 - Operating environment
Operating environment Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90% Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95% Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating -15...
Page 59 - Index
Index A action keys decrease screen brightness 22 Help and Support 22identifying 9increase screen brightness 22next track or section 22play, pause, resume 22previous track or section 22switch screen image 22volume down 22volume mute 23volume up 22wireless 23 audio-in (microphone) jack 12audio-out (h...
