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Microsoft Corporation. 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®...
This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. Display components Component Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Webcam light (select models only) HP Webcam (select models only) Chapter 2 Components Description Record sound. NOTE: Some models have one internal microphone.
Top components TouchPad Component TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* Fingerprint reader (select models only) Right TouchPad button* TouchPad scroll zone *This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. ENWW Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
Num lock light Chapter 2 Components Description ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Broadband Wireless Module, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. ●...
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Component Volume mute light Volume down light Volume up light *The 2 wireless lights display the same information. The light on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open. The wireless light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed. †The 2 power lights display the same information.
HP Software Setup—Installs preloaded applications to make them accessible to the user. ● HP Wireless Assistant—Turns wireless devices on or off. NOTE: If a wireless device is disabled in Computer Setup, it must first be reenabled in Computer Setup before it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant.
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Component Presentation button Wireless button Volume mute button Volume scroll zone ENWW Description ● System Information—Describes the memory, processor speed, BIOS (basic input-output system) and other essential information about your computer system. NOTE: Click the Advanced button to see more information about your system.
Keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Windows logo key Windows applications key Embedded numeric keypad keys Function keys Front components Chapter 2 Components Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key.
Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. ENWW Description ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Broadband Wireless Module, and/or a Bluetooth device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. ●...
Component Security cable slot RJ-11 (modem) jack RJ-45 (network) jack External monitor port S-Video-out jack Component RJ-45 (network) jack External monitor port S-Video-out jack Right-side components NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Chapter 2 Components Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
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Component Media Card Reader (select models only) USB ports (2) (select models only) Optical drive Serial port Component Media Card Reader (select models only) USB ports (2) (select models only) Optical drive ENWW Description Supports the following optional digital card formats: ●...
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Component RJ-11 (modem) jack Security cable slot Chapter 2 Components Description Connects a modem cable. 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. ENWW...
Left-side components Component Power connector Vent USB ports (2) 1394 port (select models only) ExpressCard slot Bottom components Component Battery bay Battery release latch ENWW Description Connects an AC adapter. Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Component SIM slot (select models only) Accessory battery connector Vents (5) Expansion memory module compartment Bluetooth compartment (select models only) Hard drive bay Primary memory module (10) Docking connector (select models only) Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices.
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NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae 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. These notices are located in Help and Support. ENWW Wireless antennae (select models only)
Additional hardware components Component Power cord* Battery* AC adapter Modem cable (select models only)* Country- or region-specific modem cable adapter (select models only)* *Modem cables, modem cable adapters, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by country or region. Chapter 2 Components Description Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Broadband Wireless Module, or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are included with your computer.
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