HP LW923AW - Manual

Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components Getting Started To access this guide: Select Start > Help and Support >...

2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right ● Left ● Display ● Rear ● Bottom 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer

Top TouchPad Component Description (1) Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (2) Center pointing stick button Functions like the center button on an external mouse. (3) Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on thescreen. (4) Right p...

Lights Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off light ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. (2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (3) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) Num loc...

Buttons and fingerprint reader Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (2) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn onthe computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly toinitiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sle...

Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key. (2) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed incombination with the fn key. (3) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressedin combination with a...

Front Component Description (1) Wireless light ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wirelesslocal area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. (2) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state....

Right Component Description (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional poweredstereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, ortelevision audio. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or aheadset. For ...

Display Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closedwhile the power is on. NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (3)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wir...

Bottom Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) SIM slot Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). TheSIM slot is located inside the battery bay. (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Accessory battery connector Connects an optional ...

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...

The following features will help you set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use anexisting account: ● Internet Services & Offers (available in some locations) —This utility assists with signing up for a new Internet account and configuring the computer to use an existing acco...

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...

Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or yourISP. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To usethe Windows tools to set up your network: ● Windows 7 —Select Start...

4 HP QuickWeb Getting started The HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favoriteactivities. Your computer is ready to go within seconds of starting QuickWeb, allowing you to rapidlyaccess the Internet, widgets, and communication programs. Simply press the Qu...

5 Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices Using the keyboard Identifying the hotkeys A hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the function keys (3) . To use a hotkey: ▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the se...

Hotkey combination Description fn + f3 Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system. The display and other systemcomponents turn off and power is conserved. To exit Sleep, briefly press the power button. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sle...

Using the integrated numeric keypad Component Description (1) num lk key Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on theintegrated numeric keypad. NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the computer is turned off remains on when the computer is turned back on. (2) Integrated ...

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 f...

Turning the TouchPad off and on To turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button/light. NOTE: The TouchPad on/off 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. 28 C...

6 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Removing or replacing the bottom cover ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay ● Adding or replacing memory modules ● Using the DreamColor display (select models only) ● Updating programs and drivers Inserting...

Removing or replacing the bottom cover CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Save your work and shut down the computer before adding or replacing a memory module or harddrive. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressin...

Replacing the bottom cover Replace the bottom cover after accessing the memory module slot, hard drive, regulatory label, andother components. To replace the bottom cover: 1. Tilt the bottom cover down to align the front edge of the bottom cover near the front edge of thecomputer (1) . 2. Insert the...

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 on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. If you are not sure whethe...

11. Lift the hard drive (3) out of the hard drive bay. Installing a hard drive To install a hard drive: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the hard drive bay toward you. 2. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay at an angle, and then lay the hard drive flat in thehard dr...

Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay The upgrade bay can hold either a hard drive or an optical drive. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the upgrade bay. Do not remove thehard drive while ...

3. Replace the hard drive screws. 4. Replace the bottom cover (see Removing or replacing the bottom cover on page 34 ). 5. Insert the battery (see Inserting or removing the battery on page 32 ). 6. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect AC power and external devices to thecomputer. 7. T...

Adding or replacing memory modules The computer has two memory module compartments. One memory module compartment is locatedunderneath the keyboard (primary), and the other is located underneath the bottom cover(expansion). The capacity of the computer can be upgraded by: adding a memory module to t...

Using the DreamColor display (select models only) Computer models with the HP DreamColor display include the preinstalled HP Mobile DisplayAssistant software. You can use this program to adjust display color settings such as preset colorspace, white point/color temperature, and luminance/brightness....

7 Backup and recovery Windows 7 ● Backing up your information ● Performing a system recovery To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders,back up your entire hard drive (select models only), create system repair discs (select models only)by usin...

new software and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis tomaintain a reasonably current backup. The system repair discs (select models only) are used to startup (boot) the computer and repair the operating system in case of system instability or failure. Yourinitia...

Using the Windows recovery tools To recover information you previously backed up: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore . 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to recover your system settings, your computer (select modelsonly), or your files. To recover your infor...

3. If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 4. Press f11 while the “Press <F11> for recovery” message is displayed on the screen. 5. Follow the on-screen ins...

Windows Vista To protect your information, use the Backup and Restore Center to back up individual files andfolders, back up your entire hard drive (select models only), or create system restore points. In caseof system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer. ...

To create a backup using Backup and Restore Center: NOTE: Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process. NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer. 1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance &...

8 Customer support ● Contacting customer support ● Labels 59

9 Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment 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 ...

Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 port, identifying 13 A ambient light sensor hotkey 25identifying 14 audio-in (microphone) jack 12audio-out (headphone) jack 12 B Backup and Restore 52Backup and Restore Center 55, 56 battery bay identifying 16labels 61 battery connector, accessory 16battery light 10batter...