HP MINI3111000NR - Manual

Component Description (2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. *This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device...

Buttons Component Description (1) Power button* ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on thecomputer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiateStandby. ● When the computer is in Standby, press the button briefly toexit Standby. ● When the computer is in Hibernati...

Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed incombination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions whenpressed in combination with a function key. (3) Windows® logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows applications key Disp...

Component Description (2) Battery light ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only availablepower source has reached a low battery level.When the battery reaches a critical battery level,the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an ext...

Display components Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while thepower is on. (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (3) Webcam Captures still photographs and videos. NOTE: To capture videos, you must install additional webcam software....

Bottom components Component Description (1) Battery release latches (2) Release the battery from the battery bay. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Vents (4) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overhe...

Wireless antennas Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLANs). (2) WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide-area networks (WWANs). *The antenna...

Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged intoexternal power. (3) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and...

3 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...

Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Description Wireless (connected) Identifies the location of the wireless light and the wirelessfunction key on the computer. Also identifies the WirelessAssistant software on the computer and indicates that one ormore of the wireless devices ar...

Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of otherdevices and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably. ● A large...

When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect yournetwork from unauthorized access. The common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)-Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Because wireless radio signals travel outside thenetwork, other...

NOTE: If you do not see the network you want to connect to, click Set up a connection or network . A list of options is displayed. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. 4. After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the w...

For information on inserting and removing the SIM, refer to the “Inserting a SIM” and “Removing a SIM”sections in this chapter. For information on HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile networkoperator, refer to the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your ...

Removing a SIM To remove a SIM: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn thecomputer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operatingsystem. 2. Close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected ...

Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to theBluetooth software Help. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend settin...

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: ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own au...

Component Description (7) Volume down hotkey Decreases speaker volume when pressed in combinationwith the fn key. (8) Volume up hotkey Increases speaker volume when pressed in combination withthe fn key. Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume h...

If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add it: a. Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices > Volume tab. b. Select the Place volume icon in the taskbar check box. c. Click Apply . ● Program vo...

Audio Your computer has a variety of audio features that allow you to: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal microphone or an optional external headset microphone. ● Download music from the Internet. ● Create multimedia presen...

Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices Connecting an external monitor or projector Use a VGA cable (purchased separately) to connect an extern...

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 fn+f2 on the computer to switch the image between the di...

Webcam Your computer includes an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. The webcam is an inputdevice that allows you to capture still photographs and videos. NOTE: To record videos, you must install additional webcam software. To access the webcam: 1. Select Start > My Computer , a...

5 Drives and external devices Drives Identifying installed drives Your computer includes a hard drive (with a rotating disc) or a solid state-drive (SSD) with solid-statememory. Because an SSD has no moving parts, it does not generate as much heat as a hard drive. To view the drives installed on the...

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the device, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before you move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Standby and allow thescreen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. Before han...

To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup . 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before removing th...

4. Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (2) . Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive...

Connecting optional external drives NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a...

External devices Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional externaldevice, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected tothe system, an optional docking device, or an optional expansion p...

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 in the notification area. 2. Click ...

2. Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of options may be displayed. Stopping and removing a digital card CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, st...

6 Memory modules The computer has one memory module slot, which is located inside the hard drive bay. The memorycapacity of the computer can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remov...

7 Pointing devices and keyboard Setting pointing device preferences To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse . Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as buttonconfiguration, click speed, and poi...

Function Hotkey Initiate Standby. fn+f1 Switch the image. fn+f2 Decrease screen brightness. fn+f3 Increase screen brightness. fn+f4 Initiate QuickLock. fn+f6 Mute or restore speaker sound. fn+f8 Decrease speaker volume. fn+f10 Increase speaker volume. fn+f11 To use a hotkey command on the computer k...

When Standby is initiated, your information is stored in memory, the screen is cleared, and power isconserved. While the computer is in Standby, the power light blinks. The computer must be on before you can initiate Standby. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in Standby,...

8 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Standby and Hibernation. When Standby is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory.Exiting Standby is faster than exiting Hi...

Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 30 minutes of inactivity when running onbattery power or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: The system will not initiate Hibernation when running on external power. NOTE: To reduce...

Selecting a different power scheme ▲ Click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then select a power scheme from the list. – or – a. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options . b. Select a power scheme from the P...

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 power meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches...

NOTE: The display brightness is decreased to save battery life when you disconnect AC power. To increase display brightness, use the fn+f4 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage, depending on how you work. Keeping the batteryin the computer whenever ...

2. Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on the computer (1) , and then insert the battery into the battery bay. The battery release latches (2) automatically lock the battery into place. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Slide the battery release...

The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer isoff. 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 ...

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 off. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, ...

Disposing of a used battery WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not short external contacts; do not dispose of in fire or water. Refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for battery disposal information. Shutting down the computer...

9 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 chapter to use the following features: ● Passwords ● Firewall sof...

You can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. You canalso use the same password for more than one Setup Utility feature. Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility: ● A password can be any combination of up to 8 letters and n...

Password Function Power-on password* ● Protects access to the computer contents. ● After this password is set, it must be entered each timeyou turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. CAUTION: If you forget your power-on password, you cannot turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibe...

Using antivirus software When you use the computer for e-mail or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses that candisable the operating system, programs, or utilities or cause them to function abnormally. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases, repair d...

Using firewall software When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be ableto gain access to the computer, your personal files, and information about you. Use the firewall softwarepreinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy. Firewall features ...

Installing critical 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 may have become ...

10 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 informatio...

Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you currently have and then download and installthe new BIOS. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installedon the computer, you need to know t...

Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support , and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instruction...

11 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 ...

Setup Utility menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options. NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer. Main menu Select To do this System information ● View and change the system time and date. ● View...

Select To do this ◦ USB Card Reader ◦ Network adapter NOTE: Only the devices attached to the system appear in the boot order menu. Diagnostics menu Select To do this Primary Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on the system memory. S...

Index A AC adapter connecting 54identifying 10 administrator password creating 65entering 65managing 65 airport security devices 35antennas 9applications key, Windows 4audio devices, connecting external 29 audio functions, checking 29audio-in (microphone) jack 5, 26audio-out (headphone) jack 5, 26 B...