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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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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 on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows®...
Components Display NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Internal display switch Internal microphone Webcam light (select models only) Webcam (select models only) Chapter 2 Components Description Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. Records sound.
Top components Pointing devices Component TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* TouchPad scroll zone Right TouchPad button* *This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Lights NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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Component Caps lock light Info Center/QuickLook light Power light Chapter 2 Components Description On: Caps lock is on. ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking (5 times): ◦ When the computer is on, press button to launch Info Center. ◦...
Buttons, switches, and speakers NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Speakers (2) Internal display switch Info Center/Quick Look button Power button Description Produce sound. Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. Launches Info Center or QuickLook.
Keys NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Windows logo key Windows applications key Embedded numeric keypad keys Function keys Chapter 2 Components Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the Displays the Windows Start menu.
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Component Windows logo key Windows applications key Integrated numeric keypad keys Function keys Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the Displays the Windows Start menu. Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Description ● Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a wireless connection. NOTE: You must set up or access a wireless network to establish a wireless connection.
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Component Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
Left-side components Component ExpressCard slot Security cable slot RJ-45 (network) jack Vent External monitor port HDMI port USB ports (2) Description Supports optional ExpressCards. Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Bottom components Component Battery release latches (2) Battery bay Vent Chapter 2 Components Description Release the battery from the battery bay. Holds the battery. Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Wireless antennas Component WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) WLAN antennas (2)* *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
Additional hardware components Component Power cord* Battery* AC adapter *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by country or region. Chapter 2 Components Description Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides important information including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦...
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SIM (subscriber identity module) label (select models only)—Provides the ICCID (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier) of your SIM. This label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)—Provides the serial number of your HP Mobile Broadband Module. Chapter 3 Labels...
11 fn key, identifying 6, 7 function keys, identifying 6, 7 headphone (audio-out) jack 9 HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label 16 Info Center button, identifying 5 Info/QuickLook light, identifying 4 internal display switch, identifying 2, 5...
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operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 15 Product Key 15 optical drive light, identifying 10 optical drive, identifying 10 ports external monitor 11 HDMI 11 USB 10, 11 power button, identifying 5 power connector, identifying 10 power cord, identifying 14 power light, identifying 4 Product Key 15 product name and number,...