HP 625 WS775EA, User Manual

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Page 2: ...rmation 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 HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Second Edition October 2010 First Editio...

Page 3: ...surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Tech...

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Page 5: ...less devices select models only 15 Identifying wireless and network icons 15 Using the wireless controls 16 Using the wireless key 16 Using Wireless Assistant software select models only 17 Using operating system controls 17 Using a WLAN 18 Setting up a WLAN 18 Protecting your WLAN 18 Connecting to a WLAN 19 Roaming to another network 20 Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only 21 Bluet...

Page 6: ...g an external mouse 31 Using the keyboard 31 Using hotkeys 31 Displaying system information 33 Opening Help and Support 34 Decreasing screen brightness 34 Increasing screen brightness 34 Switching the screen image 34 Initiating Sleep fn f5 35 Initiating QuickLock fn f6 select models 35 Launching Web browser fn f7 select models 35 Launching printer fn f8 select models 35 Muting speaker sound fn f7 ...

Page 7: ...Configuring audio for HDMI 47 Optical drive select models only 48 Identifying the installed optical drive 48 Using optical discs CDs DVDs and BDs 48 Selecting the right disc CDs DVDs and BDs 48 CD R discs 49 CD RW discs 49 DVD R discs 49 DVD RW discs 49 LightScribe DVD R discs 49 Blu ray Discs BDs 49 Playing a CD DVD or BD 50 Configuring AutoPlay 51 Changing DVD region settings 51 Observing the co...

Page 8: ...cting a different power plan 63 Customizing power plans 63 Setting password protection on wakeup 63 Using external AC power 64 Connecting the AC adapter 64 Using battery power 65 Using Battery Check 65 Displaying the remaining battery charge 66 Inserting or removing the battery 66 Charging a battery 67 Maximizing battery discharge time 68 Managing low battery levels 68 Identifying low battery leve...

Page 9: ...nup 77 Using external drives 78 Using optional external devices 78 Replacing the hard drive 79 7 External devices 83 Using a USB device 83 Connecting a USB device 83 Removing a USB device 83 Using USB legacy support 84 Using external drives 85 Using optional external devices 85 8 External media cards 86 Using Media Card Reader cards 86 Inserting a digital card 86 Removing a digital card 87 Using E...

Page 10: ...ock password 106 Removing Automatic DriveLock protection 106 Using Computer Setup security features 107 Securing system devices 107 Viewing Computer Setup System Information 107 Using Computer Setup System IDs 108 Using antivirus software 109 Using firewall software 109 Installing critical updates 110 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only 111 Installing a security cable 111 11 ...

Page 11: ... in Computer Setup 136 Dynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt 136 Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt 137 Entering MultiBoot Express preferences 137 15 Management and printing 138 Using Client Management Solutions 138 Configuring and deploying a software image 138 Managing and updating software 139 HP Client Manager for Altiris select models only 139 HP Client Configuration Manager ...

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Page 13: ...e security of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information Top components TouchPad Component Description 1 TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen 2 TouchPad button The left and right sides of the single but...

Page 14: ...down This table describes factory settings To view or change pointing device preferences select Start Devices and Printers Then right click the device representing your computer and select Mouse settings 2 Chapter 1 Features Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 15: ...Lights NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer Component Description 1 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on Identifying hardware 3 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 16: ...off or in Hibernation 3 Wireless light White An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth device is on Amber All wireless devices are off Buttons switch and speaker Component Description 1 Speaker Produces sound 4 Chapter 1 Features Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 17: ...computer is in the Sleep state press the button briefly to exit Sleep When the computer is in Hibernation press the button briefly to exit Hibernation If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer To learn more about your power settings select Start Control Panel System and Secu...

Page 18: ... Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor 5 Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad when pressed in combination with the fn and num lk keys 6 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key 7 Wireless key Because the wireless devices are enabled at the ...

Page 19: ...rtcut menu for items beneath the cursor 5 Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad when pressed in combination with the fn and num lk keys 6 Wireless key Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory use the wireless key to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously 7 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pres...

Page 20: ...nected to the headphone jack the computer speakers are disabled 3 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone Right side components Component Description 1 USB ports 2 Connect optional USB devices 2 RJ 11 modem jack select models only Connects a modem cable 3 Optical drive select models only Reads optical discs and on sel...

Page 21: ...rging Turquoise A battery is close to full charge capacity Blinking amber A battery that is the only available power 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 external power source the light turns off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged If the computer is...

Page 22: ...Component Description 1 Battery release latches 2 Release the battery from the battery bay 2 Battery bay Holds the battery 10 Chapter 1 Features Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 23: ...a warning message replace the WLAN module with only a module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country If you replace the module and then receive a warning message remove the module to restore computer functionality and then contact technical support through Help and Support Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive and a Bluetooth devi...

Page 24: ...naural microphone 6 Speaker Produces sound Wireless antennas select models only On select computer models at least 2 antennas send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer NOTE For optimal transmission keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions To see wireless regulatory notices refer to the sec...

Page 25: ...mation 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 Serial number s n 2 This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product Part number Product number p n 3 This number provides specific info...

Page 26: ... Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the countries in which the modem has been approved for use You may need this information when traveling internationally The modem approval label is affixed to the bottom of the computer Wireless certification label s select models only Provide information about optional wireless devices and ...

Page 27: ...e or more of the following IEEE industry standards 802 11b the first popular standard supports data rates of up to 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 GHz 802 11g supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 GHz An 802 11g WLAN device is backward compatible with 802 11b devices so they can operate on the same network 802 11a supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps an...

Page 28: ...more of your network drivers are installed no wireless connections are available or all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or Wireless Assistant and no network devices are connected to a wired network Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features Wireless key or wireless button referred to in this guide as the wirel...

Page 29: ...Click the wireless icon in the Wireless Assistant tile which is located in the bottom row of Windows Mobility Center 3 Click Properties 4 Select the check box next to HP Wireless Assistant icon in notification area 5 Click Apply 6 Click Close For more information refer to the Wireless Assistant software Help 1 Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center 2 Click...

Page 30: ...rvice purchased from an Internet service provider ISP A wireless router purchased separately 2 The wireless computer 3 The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet As your network grows additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet For help in setting up your WLAN refer to the informati...

Page 31: ...it is transmitted Usually you can allow the network to assign the WEP key Alternatively you can set up your own key generate a different key or choose other advanced options Without the correct key others will not be able to use the WLAN WPA Wi Fi Protected Access like WEP uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the network However instead of using one static se...

Page 32: ...e links provided in Help and Support For a list of public WLANs near you contact your ISP or search the Web Web sites that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations Hotspotlist and Geektools Check with each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements For additional information on connecting your computer to a corporate WLAN contact your network adminis...

Page 33: ...tion Sharing ICS HP does not recommend setting up one computer with Bluetooth as a host and using it as a gateway through which other computers may connect to the Internet When two or more computers are connected using Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS is enabled on one of the computers the other computers may not be able to connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth network The stren...

Page 34: ...work you want to use Cannot create a WLAN connection If you have a problem connecting to a WLAN confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your computer NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows s...

Page 35: ...driver downloads and then type your computer model number in the Search box 4 Press enter and then follow the on screen instructions NOTE If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately consult the manufacturer s Web site for the latest software Current network security codes are unavailable If you are prompted for a network key or a name SSID when connecting to a WLAN the network is pro...

Page 36: ...cannot make a connection to a WLAN minimize interference from other devices as follows Move your computer closer to the wireless router or access point Temporarily disconnect other wireless devices such as a microwave cordless phone or cellular phone to be sure that they are not interfering If the connection does not improve try forcing the device to reestablish all connection values 1 Select Star...

Page 37: ...modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1 which prevents interference from TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end 2 of the cable toward the computer Connecting a modem cable purchased separately WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a modem cable purchased separa...

Page 38: ...one jack follow these steps 1 Plug the modem cable into the modem jack 1 on the computer 2 Plug the modem cable into the country specific modem cable adapter 2 3 Plug the country specific modem cable adapter 3 into the telephone wall jack Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection To view the current location setting for the modem follow these steps 1 Select Start Control ...

Page 39: ...er and click Modem settings NOTE You must set up an initial current location area code before you can view the Dialing Rules tab If you do not have a location set up you will be prompted to enter the location when you click Modem settings 3 Click the Dialing Rules tab 4 Click New The New Location window is displayed 5 In the Location name box type a name such as home or work for the new location s...

Page 40: ...ate that the telephone line supports pulse dialing Tones indicate that the telephone line supports tone dialing To change the dialing mode in your current modem location setting follow these steps 1 Select Start Devices and Printers 2 Right click the device that represents your computer and click Modem settings 3 Click the Dialing Rules tab 4 Select your modem location setting 5 Click Edit 6 Click...

Page 41: ...7 Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialing 8 Click OK twice Using the modem select models only 29 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 42: ...d radio reception orient the circuitry end of the cable 2 toward the computer To connect the network cable 1 Plug the network cable into the network jack 1 on the computer 2 Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ 45 network jack 30 Chapter 2 Networking...

Page 43: ...e using the TouchPad to move the pointer you must lift your finger off the TouchPad before moving it to the scroll zone Simply sliding your finger from the TouchPad to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the computer using one of the USB ports on the computer A wireless Bluetooth mouse can be used only on Bl...

Page 44: ... fn f3 Switch the screen image fn f4 Initiate Sleep fn f5 Initiate QuickLock fn f6 Mute speaker sound fn f7 Decrease speaker sound fn f8 Increase speaker sound fn f9 Play previous track fn f10 Play pause or resume a CD DVD or BD fn f11 Play next track fn f12 32 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 45: ...ond key of the hotkey command or Press and hold down the fn key briefly press the second key of the hotkey command and then release both keys at the same time Displaying system information Press fn esc to display information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number In the Windows fn esc display the version of the system BIOS basic input output system is displayed as the ...

Page 46: ...brightness level incrementally Switching the screen image Press fn f4 to switch the screen image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing fn f4 alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor Most external monitors receive video information from the ...

Page 47: ... select models Press fn f6 to initiate the QuickLock security feature QuickLock protects your information by displaying the operating system Log On window While the Log On window is displayed the computer cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered NOTE Before you can use QuickLock you must set a Windows user password or a Windows administrator p...

Page 48: ...g pausing or resuming an audio CD or a DVD fn f11 select models The fn f11 hotkey functions only when an audio CD or a DVD is inserted If the audio CD or the DVD is not playing press fn f11 to begin or resume the play If the audio CD or the DVD is playing press fn f11 to pause the play Playing the next track or section of an audio CD or a DVD fn f12 select models While an audio CD or a DVD is play...

Page 49: ...hile an external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the computer Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad You can temporarily alternate the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the fn key or the fn shift key combination To change the function of a keypad key to keypad functions while the...

Page 50: ...most keypad keys function like the arrow page up or page down keys When num lock on an external keypad is turned on the num lock light on the computer is turned on When num lock on an external keypad is turned off the num lock light on the computer is turned off To turn num lock on or off on an external keypad as you work Press the num lk key on the external keypad not on the computer 38 Chapter 3...

Page 51: ... video Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music movies and pictures Hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia tasks NOTE Your computer may not include all of the components listed The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your computer Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration an...

Page 52: ...es 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 5 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone 6 Speaker Produce sound 40 Chapter 4 Multimedia Downloaded from LpManual com M...

Page 53: ...in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar b Increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down Click the Mute Speakers icon to mute the volume or a Right click the Speakers icon in the notification area and then click Open Volume Mixer b In the Speakers column you can increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down You can also mute the volume by clickin...

Page 54: ...fore writing to a disc close all open programs except the disc software you are using Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a destination disc Instead copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive and then copy from your hard drive to the destination disc Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is wri...

Page 55: ...he optical drive 2 When the installation wizard opens follow the on screen instructions 3 Restart the computer if prompted to do so NOTE For information about using software included with the computer refer to the software manufacturer s instructions These instructions may be provided on disc as online Help files or on the software manufacturer s Web site Multimedia software 43 Downloaded from LpM...

Page 56: ...at the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer Cable connectors are normally color coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device NOTE A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device Checking your audio functions To check the syst...

Page 57: ...ak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Audio 45 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 58: ...al display device does not display an image press fn f4 to transfer the image to the device Repeatedly pressing fn f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device Using the HDMI port Select computer models include an HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface port The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television...

Page 59: ...TV to the HDMI port on your computer Then configure the default audio playback device as follows 1 Right click the Speaker icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then click Playback devices 2 On the Playback tab click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device HDMI 3 Click Set Default and then click OK To return audio to the computer speakers follow these steps 1 Rig...

Page 60: ...ly all of the supported optical drives Some optical drives can also write to optical discs as described in the following table Optical drive type Write to CD RW Write to DVD RW R Write to DVD R DL Write label to LightScribe CD or DVD RW R Write to BD R RE DVD ROM Drive No No No No No DVD R SuperMulti DL LightScribe Drive Yes Yes Yes Yes No Double layer discs can store more data than single layer d...

Page 61: ...roject files Transporting work files Making weekly backups of hard drive files Updating photos video audio and data continuously DVD R discs Use blank DVD R discs to permanently store large amounts of information After data is recorded it cannot be erased or written over DVD RW discs Use DVD RW discs if you want to be able to erase or write over data that you saved earlier This type of disc is ide...

Page 62: ...ase button 1 on the drive bezel to release the disc tray 3 Pull out the tray 2 4 Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label side up over the tray spindle NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle 5 Gently press the disc 3 down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place 6 Close the disc...

Page 63: ...system 1 Select Start Control Panel System and Security Then in the System area click Device Manager NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information 2 Click the...

Page 64: ...uding MP3 and WAV music files Observe the following guidelines when burning a CD or DVD Before burning a disc save and close any open files and close all programs A CD R or DVD R is usually best for burning audio files because after the information is copied it cannot be changed Because some home and car stereos will not play CD RWs use CD Rs to burn music CDs A CD RW or DVD RW is generally best f...

Page 65: ...ut the tray 2 until it stops 2 Remove the disc 3 from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 3 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case Troubleshooting The following sections describe ...

Page 66: ...e missing or corrupted If you suspect that the DVD CD ROM drive is not being detected verify that the optical drive is listed in the Device Manager utility 1 Remove any discs from the optical drive 2 Select Start Control Panel System and Security Device Manager If prompted by User Account Control click Continue 3 In the Device Manager window click the plus sign next to Discs Drives or DVD CD ROM d...

Page 67: ...e disc In rare cases you may need to exit the program and then restart it A disc does not play Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD DVD or BD Log off the Internet before playing a CD DVD or BD Be sure that you insert the disc properly Be sure that the disc is clean If necessary clean the disc with filtered water and a lint free cloth Wipe from the center of the disc to th...

Page 68: ...tops skips or plays erratically Clean the disc Conserve system resources by trying the following suggestions Log off the Internet Change the color properties of the desktop 1 Right click on a blank area of the computer desktop and then select Personalize Display Settings 2 Set Colors to Medium 16 bit if this setting is not already selected Disconnect external devices such as a printer scanner came...

Page 69: ...ant to uninstall and reinstall for example DVD CD ROMs Modems and so on unless a minus sign is already showing 4 Right click the device listed and click Uninstall When prompted confirm that you want to delete the driver but do not restart the computer Repeat for any other drivers you want to delete 5 In the Device Manager window click Action and then click Scan for hardware changes Windows scans y...

Page 70: ...type your computer model number in the product box 3 Press enter and then follow the on screen instructions Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update This Windows feature can be set to automatically check for and install updates for your hardware drivers as well as for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products To use...

Page 71: ...e the firewall To permanently resolve the problem reconfigure the firewall as necessary and adjust the policies and settings of other intrusion detection systems For additional information contact your network administrator or IT department Whenever possible place bright light sources behind the webcam and out of the picture area NOTE For details about using your webcam click the Help menu in the ...

Page 72: ...evel grays or midtones of an image Adjusting the gamma of an image allows you to change the brightness values of the middle range of gray tones without dramatically altering the shadows and highlights A lower gamma setting makes grays look black and makes dark colors even darker For information about using the webcam select Start Help and Support 60 Chapter 4 Multimedia Downloaded from LpManual co...

Page 73: ...nal media card NOTE You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on external power Power settings and timeouts can ...

Page 74: ...ferent power plan To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan move the pointer over the battery meter icon To access Power Options or to change the power plan click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power The icon also displays a message if the ba...

Page 75: ...tings as needed 4 To change additional settings click Change advanced power settings and make your changes Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation follow these steps 1 Select Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options 2 In the left pane click Require a password on wakeup 3 Click Change Settings that ...

Page 76: ...e When you disconnect external AC power the following events occur The computer switches to battery power The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life To increase display brightness press the fn f3 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that ...

Page 77: ... fn f3 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage depending on how you work Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work in case of a power outage However a battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and unplugged from external power WARNING To ...

Page 78: ...er over the battery meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION Removing a battery that is the sole power source can cause loss of information To prevent loss of information save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery To insert the battery 1 Turn the computer upside d...

Page 79: ... whether the computer is off or in use but it charges faster when the computer is off Charging may take longer if a battery is new has been unused for 2 weeks or more or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays follow these recommendations If you are charging a new battery charge it fully before turning on the compu...

Page 80: ...e alerts and system responses set at the factory Some low battery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low battery level the battery li...

Page 81: ...n the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation follow these steps 1 Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power 2 Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following conditions When battery charge displays seem inaccurate When you observe a significant change in battery run time Even if a battery is he...

Page 82: ...tings to Never 5 Click Change advanced power settings 6 Click the plus sign next to Sleep and then click the plus sign next to Hibernate after 7 Record the On battery setting under Hibernate after so that you can reset it after the calibration 8 Change the On battery setting to Never 9 Click OK 10 Click Save changes Step 3 Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is bein...

Page 83: ...ation may result in a full battery discharge and information loss if the computer reaches a critical battery level 1 Click the battery meter icon in the notification area and then click More power options or Select Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options 2 Under the current power plan click Change plan settings 3 Reenter the settings that you recorded for the items in the On battery ...

Page 84: ...semble crush or puncture do not short external contacts do not dispose of in fire or water For additional information refer to the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices included with this computer Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies depending on the power management settings programs running on the computer display brightness external devices connected to the computer and othe...

Page 85: ...own the computer CAUTION Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down The Shut down command closes all open programs including the operating system and then turns off the display and computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer When you are connecting an external hardware devic...

Page 86: ...e following emergency procedures in the sequence provided Press ctrl alt delete and then click the Power button Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery 74 Chapter 5 Power management Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 87: ...ion or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information Handling drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with care Refer to the following cautions before handling drives Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply Identifying installed drives 7...

Page 88: ...not type on the keyboard or move the computer while the optical drive select models only is writing to a disc The write process is sensitive to vibration When the battery is the only source of power be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes Avoid exposing a drive to liquids Do not spray the drive with cleanin...

Page 89: ...defragment your computer manually at any time To run Disk Defragmenter 1 Select Start All Programs Accessories System Tools Disk Defragmenter 2 Click Defragment disk NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings R...

Page 90: ...e refer to the manufacturer s instructions To connect an external device to the computer CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device be sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged 1 Connect the device to the computer 2 If you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet 3 Turn on the device...

Page 91: ...tem To remove a hard drive 1 Save your work 2 Shut down the computer and close the display 3 Disconnect all external hardware devices connected to the computer 4 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 5 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the hard drive bay toward you 6 Remove the battery from the computer 7 Loosen the bottom door screws 1 8 Slide the bottom door forward 2 and t...

Page 92: ... hard drive 12 Lift the hard drive 4 out of the hard drive bay To install a hard drive 1 Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay 1 2 Pull the hard drive tab 2 to the right to connect the hard drive 3 Tighten the hard drive screw 3 80 Chapter 6 Drives Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 93: ...4 Replace and secure the 2 screws at the rear of the drive 5 Replace the bottom door 1 sliding it securely into place 2 Replacing the hard drive 81 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 94: ...6 Tighten the bottom door screws 3 NOTE Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer 82 Chapter 6 Drives Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 95: ...B hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer Connecting a USB device CAUTION To prevent damage to a USB connector use minimal force to connect a USB device To connect a USB device to the computer connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port You will hear a sound when the device has been detected NOTE The first time you connect a USB device a message is displayed i...

Page 96: ...e computer during startup or in an MS DOS based program or utility Starting or restarting from an optional external MultiBay or an optional USB bootable device USB legacy support is enabled at the factory To disable or enable USB legacy support 1 Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the HP logo is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen ...

Page 97: ...n which computer port to use refer to the manufacturer s instructions To connect an external device to the computer CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device be sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged 1 Connect the device to the computer 2 If you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded AC ...

Page 98: ...tiMedia Card 4 2 Secure Digital SD Memory Card Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC Memory Card Secure Digital High Speed SDHS Memory Card Inserting a digital card CAUTION To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer do not insert any type of adapter into the SD Card Reader CAUTION To prevent damage to the digital card connectors use minimal force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the digital car...

Page 99: ...event loss of data or an unresponsive system use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card NOTE To stop a data transfer click Cancel in the operating system Copying window To remove a digital card To eject the digital card press in on the card 1 and then remove it from the slot 2 Using Media Card Reader c...

Page 100: ...ther software such as card services socket services or enablers supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards do not insert a PC Card into an ExpressCard slot CAUTION To prevent damage to the connectors Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is i...

Page 101: ...remove the ExpressCard Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard NOTE To stop a data transfer click Cancel in the operating system Copying window To remove an ExpressCard 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 hi...

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Page 103: ...n the computer must be the same type When upgrading memory capacity verify that the upgrade modules are the same type as those already installed in the computer WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module CAUTION Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning...

Page 104: ...in Hibernation turn the computer on by pressing the power button Then shut down the computer through the operating system 3 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 4 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 5 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 6 Remove the battery from the computer 7 Loosen the bottom door screws 1 8 Slide the bottom door forward 2 and then lift it 3...

Page 105: ...place it in an electrostatic safe container 10 Insert a memory module in the expansion memory slot a Align the notched edge 1 of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module and do not bend the memory module b With the memory module at a 45 degree ang...

Page 106: ... applying pressure to both the left and right edges of the memory module until the retention clips snap into place 11 Replace the bottom door 1 sliding it securely into place 2 94 Chapter 9 Memory modules Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 107: ...closely matches your computer 13 Replace the battery 14 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 15 Turn on the computer Adding or replacing a memory module in the expansion memory module slot 95 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 108: ...n shut down the computer through the operating system 3 Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer 4 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 5 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 6 Remove the battery from the computer 7 Loosen the bottom door screws 1 8 Slide the bottom door forward 2 and then lift it 3 away from the computer NOTE Refer to the illustration that most clo...

Page 109: ...l place it in an electrostatic safe container 10 Insert a memory module in the primary memory module slot a Align the notched edge 1 of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module and do not bend the memory module b With the memory module at a 45 deg...

Page 110: ...ention clips snap into place NOTE If you removed a memory module from the expansion memory slot before removing the primary memory module replace the memory module in the expansion memory module slot 11 Replace the bottom door 1 sliding it securely into place 2 98 Chapter 9 Memory modules Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 111: ... most closely matches your computer 13 Replace the battery 14 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 15 Turn on the computer Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot 99 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 112: ...up To protect against Use this security feature Unauthorized use of the computer HP ProtectTools Security Manager in combination with a password smart card select models only and or fingerprint reader select models only Unauthorized access to Computer Setup f10 BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive DriveLock password in Computer Setup Una...

Page 113: ...y the passwords is permanently locked and can no longer be used You can use the same password for a Computer Setup feature and for a Windows security feature You can also use the same password for more than one Computer Setup feature Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords When creating passwords follow requirements set by the program Write down your passwords and store them in a ...

Page 114: ...strator password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it thereafter with embedded numeric keypad number keys It can include any combination of up to 32 letters and numbers and is not case sensitive unless mandated by the administrator Managing a BIOS administrator password A BIOS administrator password is set changed and deleted in Computer Setup To set or change this ...

Page 115: ... from becoming permanently unusable record the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password in a safe place away from your computer If you forget both DriveLock passwords the hard drive will be permanently locked and can no longer be used DriveLock protection prevents unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive DriveLock can be applied only to the internal hard drive s of the ...

Page 116: ...nd then press enter NOTE The DriveLock confirmation is case sensitive 9 To save your changes and exit Computer Setup click the Save icon in the lower left corner of the screen and then follow the on screen instructions or Use the arrow keys to select File Save Changes and Exit and then press enter Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts Entering a DriveLock password Be sure that the...

Page 117: ... the screen 2 Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup 3 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security DriveLock Password and then press enter 4 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select an internal hard drive and then press enter 5 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Disable protection 6 Type your master password and then press enter 7 To save your changes and exit Compute...

Page 118: ...eys to select File Save Changes and Exit and then press enter Removing Automatic DriveLock protection To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup follow these steps 1 Turn on or 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 2 Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup 3 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select...

Page 119: ...ting device to clear the checkbox next to the option or Use the arrow keys to select the option and then press enter 6 To reenable an option use a pointing device to check the box next to the option or Use the arrow keys to select the option and then press enter 7 To save your changes and exit Computer Setup click the Save icon in the lower left corner of the screen and then follow the on screen i...

Page 120: ...reate a BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup To manage this feature in Computer Setup follow these steps 1 Turn on or 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 2 Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup 3 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security System IDs and then press enter 4 Use a pointi...

Page 121: ...up of both hardware and software There are two types of firewalls to consider Host based firewalls software that protects only the computer it is installed on Network based firewalls installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network to protect all the computers on the network When a firewall is installed on a system all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with ...

Page 122: ...to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer observe these guidelines Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft Obtain updates as they are released from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support 110 Chapter 10 Securi...

Page 123: ...e HP ProtectTools online Help Installing a security cable NOTE A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen 1 Loop the security cable around a secured object 2 Insert the key 1 into the cable lock 2 3 Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer 3 and then lock the cable lock with the key NOTE The locat...

Page 124: ... information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file Readme txt files included with ROMPaqs are provided in English only You can also access software updates by obtaining the Support Software disc purchased separately This disc includes device drivers BIOS updates and utilities To purchase the current Support Software disc or a subscription that provides both the current version and futu...

Page 125: ...mines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices and provides for data transfer among hardware devices including the time and date NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help ...

Page 126: ...rmation follow these steps 1 Turn on or 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 2 Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup 3 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File System Information 4 Press esc to return to the File menu 5 Click Exit in the lower left corner of the screen and then follow the on scre...

Page 127: ... the on screen instructions to access the BIOS update you want to download Make a note of the download date name or other identifier You may need this information to locate the update later after it has been downloaded to your hard drive 6 At the download area perform these steps a Identify the BIOS update that is newer than the BIOS version currently installed on your computer b Follow the instru...

Page 128: ...r in the product box and then press enter or If you want a specific SoftPaq type the SoftPaq number in the Search box at the top right corner of the screen Then press enter and follow the instructions provided Proceed to step 6 3 Click your specific product from the models listed 4 Click your operating system 5 When the list of updates is displayed click an update to open a window containing addit...

Page 129: ...or to show the software for all supported models Select Show software for all supported models If you have used HP SoftPaq Download Manager previously go to Step 3 a Select your operating system and language filters in the Configuration Options window The filters limit the number of options that are listed in the Product Catalog pane For example if only Windows 7 Professional is selected in the op...

Page 130: ...ons Creating a system repair disc select models only Backing up individual files and folders Creating a system image select models only Scheduling automatic backups select models only Creating system restore points Recovering individual files Restoring the computer to a previous state Recovering information using recovery tools NOTE For detailed instructions perform a search for these topics in He...

Page 131: ... 1 Display the screen you want to save 2 Copy the screen image To copy only the active window press alt fn prt sc To copy the entire screen press fn prt sc 3 Open a word processing document and then select Edit Paste The screen image is added to the document 4 Save the document When backing up to discs use any of the following types of discs purchased separately CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD R DVD...

Page 132: ...of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information 120 Chapter 12 Backup and recovery Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 133: ... permission or password for tasks such as installing software running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information To recover your information using Startup Repair follow these steps CAUTION Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive All files you have created and any software installed on the computer ar...

Page 134: ...ollow the on screen instructions Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately If you are unable to boot start up your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created select models only you must purchase a Windows 7 operating system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system Make sure that your most recent backup stored on discs or on an ext...

Page 135: ...6 Select Repair your computer 7 Follow the on screen instructions Performing a recovery 123 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 136: ...tup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup The information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from the File Security and System Configuration menus To navigate and select in Computer Setup follow these steps 1 Turn on or 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 To select a menu or a menu item ...

Page 137: ...omputer restarts Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup NOTE Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode To return all settings in Computer Setup to the values that were set at the factory follow these steps 1 Turn on or 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 2 Press f10 to enter BIOS Se...

Page 138: ...isk Test Runs a comprehensive self test on any hard drive in the system Memory Test Runs a comprehensive test on any memory installed in the computer Battery Test Runs a comprehensive test on any batteries installed in the computer Error Log Displays a log file if any errors have occurred Restore Defaults Replace the configuration settings in Computer Setup with the original factory settings Hard ...

Page 139: ...ers used if you forget your password Anti Theft AT p select models only Enable disable Anti Theft Protection DriveLock Password Enable disable DriveLock on any computer hard drive enabled by default Change a DriveLock user password or master password NOTE DriveLock settings are accessible only when you enter Computer Setup by turning on not restarting the computer Automatic DriveLock Enable disabl...

Page 140: ...oard in Computer Setup even when a Windows operating system is not running Startup from bootable USB devices including a hard drive diskette drive or optical drive connected by a USB port to the computer Select a parallel port mode ECP Enhanced Capabilities Port standard bidirectional or EPP Enhanced Parallel Port Enable disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet enabled by default Enab...

Page 141: ...fault Enable disable HP QuickWeb write protect disabled by default Enable disable virtualization technology select models only disabled by default Enable disable Intel TXT Trusted Execution Technology select models only disabled by default Enable disable Multi Core CPU enabled by default Enable disable Intel HT technology enabled by default Enable disable wake on USB enabled by default Enable disa...

Page 142: ...ns include the following Disabled Boot to Network default setting Follow Boot Order Enable disable the ambient light sensor enabled by default Enable disable the notebook upgrade bay device enabled by default Enable disable the fingerprint device enabled by default Enable disable the integrated camera enabled by default Enable disable the power monitor circuit enabled by default Enable disable the...

Page 143: ...ot Enable disable the eSATA port AMT Options select models only NOTE All AMT options are disabled by default Enable disable firmware verbosity Enable disable AMT setup prompt Ctrl P Enable disable USB key provisioning support Enable disable unconfigure AMT on next boot Select terminal emulation mode Options include the following ANSI default setting VT100 Enable disable firmware progress event sup...

Page 144: ...Internal hard drive USB diskette drive USB CD ROM USB hard drive Notebook Ethernet Secure Digital SD Memory Card Docking station upgrade bay External SATA drive You can change the order in which the computer searches for a boot device by changing the boot order in Computer Setup You can also press esc while the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu message is displayed at the bottom of the screen and...

Page 145: ...ay select models only that contains a disc formatted as drive A 3 Diskette drive in an optional docking device or in an optional external MultiBay Boot order for drive C boot devices 1 Optical drive in an optional docking device or in an optional external MultiBay that contains a disc formatted as drive C 2 Optical drive in the internal MultiBay select models only that contains a disc formatted as...

Page 146: ...ption must be enabled in order to use USB legacy support It is enabled at the factory If the port becomes disabled reenable it by selecting System Configuration Port Options and then selecting USB Port or To enable a NIC device select System Configuration Boot Options and then selecting PXE Internal NIC boot 4 To save your changes and exit Computer Setup click the Save icon in the lower left corne...

Page 147: ... if there are two optical devices and the first optical device does not boot either because it does not contain media or the media is not a boot disc the system will try to boot to the second optical device Changing the boot order also changes the logical drive designations For example if you start up from a CD ROM drive with a disc formatted as drive C that CD ROM drive becomes drive C and the ha...

Page 148: ...Setup 3 Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select the Legacy Boot Order list and then press enter 4 To move the device up in the boot order use a pointing device to click the up arrow or press the key or To move the device down in the boot order click the down arrow or press the key 5 To save your changes and exit Computer Setup click the Save icon in the lower left corner of the screen an...

Page 149: ...n menu is not displayed 5 To save your changes and exit Computer Setup click the Save icon in the lower left corner of the screen and then follow the on screen instructions or Use the arrow keys to select File Save Changes and Exit and then press enter Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts Entering MultiBoot Express preferences When the Express Boot menu displays during startup yo...

Page 150: ...re image The computer is shipped with a preinstalled system software image The initial software image is configured during the first time setup of the computer After a brief software unbundling occurs the computer is ready to be used A customized software image can be deployed distributed in one of the following ways Installing additional software applications after unbundling the preinstalled sof...

Page 151: ...orting of business critical details such as thermal warnings and memory alerts Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and the system BIOS NOTE Additional functionality can be added when HP Client Manager for Altiris is used with optional Altiris Solutions software purchased separately When HP Client Manager for Altiris installed on a client computer is used with Altiris Solution...

Page 152: ...intained in the correct configuration With these automated management solutions you can manage software throughout the life cycle of the computer CCM enables you to perform the following tasks Collect hardware and software inventory across multiple platforms Prepare a software package and conduct impact analysis prior to distribution Target individual computers workgroups or entire populations of ...

Page 153: ...Software CD To download the SSM utility or to obtain more information on SSM see the HP Web site at http www hp com go ssm English only Using Client Management Solutions 141 Downloaded from LpManual com Manuals ...

Page 154: ... Alcohol free glass cleaning fluid Water with mild soap solution Dry microfiber cleaning cloth or a chamois static free cloth without oil Static free cloth wipes CAUTION Avoid the following cleaning products Strong aromatic solvents such as acetone ammonium chloride methylene chloride and hydrocarbons can permanently damage the surface of the notebook or the tablet PC Fibrous materials such as pap...

Page 155: ...g the TouchPad and keyboard CAUTION When cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard do not let liquids drip between the keys A liquid spill can permanently damage internal components To clean and disinfect the TouchPad and keyboard use a soft microfiber cloth or chamois moistened with one of the cleaning solutions listed previously or use an acceptable germicidal disposable wipe To prevent keys from stick...

Page 156: ...ng 72 battery bay 10 14 battery charge maximizing 68 battery check 72 battery light 67 68 battery light identifying 9 battery power 65 battery release latches 66 battery release latches identifying 10 66 battery temperature 72 battery identifying 13 bays battery 10 14 hard drive 11 BD playing 50 55 removing 53 BIOS administrator password 127 BIOS update downloading 115 installing 115 Bluetooth dev...

Page 157: ...s 128 device drivers HP drivers 57 Microsoft drivers 58 reinstalling 57 device security 107 digital card inserting 86 removing 87 stopping 87 Disk Cleanup software 77 Disk Defragmenter software 77 disk sanitizer 127 diskette drive 78 85 display cleaning 143 image switching 34 screen brightness hotkeys 34 drive media 61 DriveLock password changing 104 description 103 entering 104 removing 105 setti...

Page 158: ... num lock 38 using 38 keys embedded keypad 6 7 esc 6 7 fn 6 7 function 6 7 Windows applications 6 7 Windows logo 6 7 wireless 6 7 L labels Bluetooth 14 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 14 modem approval 14 regulatory 14 service tag 13 wireless certification 14 WLAN 14 LAN connecting 30 language changing in Computer Setup 127 latches battery release 10 legacy support USB 124 128 lights battery...

Page 159: ...ion codes DVD 51 regulatory information modem approval label 14 regulatory label 14 wireless certification labels 14 release latches battery 10 66 restore factory settings 126 security defaults 131 restoring hard drive 122 RJ 11 modem jack identifying 8 RJ 45 network jack identifying 9 S SATA Serial Advanced Technology Attachment devices AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface 128 IDE Integrated D...

Page 160: ...B legacy support 84 124 128 USB ports identifying 8 9 83 user password 101 using the webcam 59 V vents identifying 9 11 video transmission types 34 Virtualization Technology 129 volume hotkeys 41 mute hotkey 41 volume adjusting 41 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 141 webcam identifying 40 tips 59 using 59 webcam light identifying 11 webcam properties adjusting 59 webcam identifying 11 Window...

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