HP Pavilion g6-1b00, Getting Started

Page 1: ...Getting Started HP Notebook ...

Page 2: ...r technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Second Edition May 2011 Document Part Number 636684 002 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product that is pre installed on this computer you agree to be bound by t...

Page 3: ...other hard 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 come into contact with 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 ...

Page 4: ...iv Safety warning notice ...

Page 5: ...ider ISP 14 Connecting to a wireless network 14 Connecting to an existing WLAN 15 Setting up a new WLAN network 15 Configuring a wireless router 16 Protecting your WLAN 16 4 Keyboard and pointing devices 17 Using the keyboard 18 Using the action keys 18 Using pointing devices 20 Setting pointing device preferences 20 Using the TouchPad 20 Turning the TouchPad off and on 21 Navigating 21 Selecting ...

Page 6: ...estore 35 Creating restore media 35 Performing a system restore 36 Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition select models only 36 Restoring using the restore media 37 Changing the computer boot order 38 Backing up and recovering your information 38 Using Windows Backup and Restore 39 Using Windows system restore points 40 When to create restore points 40 Create a system restore point 40 Re...

Page 7: ...ing this guide refer to Finding information on page 2 Get to know your computer Learn about your computer features Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 17 for additional information Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case of system instability or failure For instructi...

Page 8: ...ct Start Help and Support User Guides or Select Start All Programs HP HP Documentation Power management features How to maximize battery life How to use the multimedia features of the computer How to protect the computer How to care for the computer How to update the software Help and Support To access Help and Support select Start Help and Support NOTE For country or region specific support go to...

Page 9: ...tart All Programs HP HP Documentation View Warranty Information or Go to http www hp com go orderdocuments Warranty information You may find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the electronic guides on your computer and or on the CD DVD provided in the box Some countries regions may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box In countries regions...

Page 10: ...y Bottom Top TouchPad Component Description 1 TouchPad light Off The TouchPad is on Amber The TouchPad is off 2 TouchPad button Turns the TouchPad on and off Quickly double tap the TouchPad button to turn the TouchPad on and off 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 11: ...se Lights Component Description 1 TouchPad light Off The TouchPad is on Amber The TouchPad is off 2 Caps lock light White Caps lock is on Off Caps lock is off 3 Power light On The computer is on Blinking The computer is in Sleep state Off The computer is off or in Hibernation 4 Wireless light White An integrated wireless device such as a wireless local area network WLAN device and or a Bluetooth d...

Page 12: ...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 Security Power Options or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Gu...

Page 13: ...ey Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key the num lk key or the esc key 3 Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 5 Action keys Execute frequently used system functions Top 7 ...

Page 14: ...er light Blinking white The battery is low Solid white The computer is connected to external power Amber The computer is charging the battery Off The computer is not connected to external power 5 Power connector Connects an AC adapter 6 Security cable slot 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 comput...

Page 15: ... ports 2 Connect optional USB devices 6 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone 7 Audio out headphone jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before putting on headphones earb...

Page 16: ...ponent Description 9 Hard drive light White The hard drive is being accessed 10 Power light White The computer is on Blinking white The computer is in Sleep mode 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 17: ...ebcam select Start All Programs Cyberlink YouCam 4 Internal microphone Records sound 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 These notice...

Page 18: ... up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay 4 Service cover Provides access to the hard drive wireless modules and memory modules 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ...

Page 19: ...er may support one or both of the following types of Internet access Wireless For mobile Internet access you can use a wireless connection Refer to Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 15 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 15 Wired You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network For information on connecting to a wired network refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide 13 ...

Page 20: ...s Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard You can use the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard to connect to the Internet in any of these situations You already have an account with an ISP You do not have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions You have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has...

Page 21: ...SL or cable 1 and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP A wireless router purchased separately 2 Your new wireless computer 3 NOTE Some modems have a built in wireless router Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have The illustration shows an example of a completed WLAN network installation that is connected to the Internet As your network g...

Page 22: ...ew network Then follow the on screen instructions NOTE It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router When the computer successfully connects to the Internet you can disconnect the cable and then access the Internet through your wireless network Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existi...

Page 23: ...4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Using pointing devices Using TouchPad gestures 17 ...

Page 24: ...e screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key f3 Increases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing this key alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both t...

Page 25: ...Increases speaker volume incrementally when you hold down this key f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off NOTE This action key does not establish a wireless connection To establish a wireless connection a wireless network must be set up Using the keyboard 19 ...

Page 26: ...nfiguration click speed and pointer options To access Mouse Properties select Start Devices and Printers Then right click the device representing your computer and select Mouse settings Using the TouchPad To move the pointer slide two fingers across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the buttons on an external mouse To scroll up an...

Page 27: ...chPad off and on quickly double tap the TouchPad button NOTE The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on Navigating To move the pointer slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go Using pointing devices 21 ...

Page 28: ... of the taskbar 2 Right click the Synaptics Pointing Device icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then click TouchPad Properties 3 Click a gesture to activate the demonstration To turn the gestures on and off 1 Click the Show hidden icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar 2 Right click the Synaptics Pointing Device icon in the notification area at ...

Page 29: ...OTE Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed NOTE Two finger scrolling is enabled at the factory Pinching Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad and then moving them apart Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad and then moving them together NOTE Pinching zooming is enabled at the factory Using Touc...

Page 30: ...er in the TouchPad zone Move the right forefinger around the anchored finger in a sweeping motion moving from 12 o clock to 3 o clock To reverse the rotation move your right forefinger from 3 o clock to 12 o clock NOTE Rotating is disabled at the factory 24 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices ...

Page 31: ...ference Guide To insert the battery Insert the battery 1 into the battery bay 2 until it is seated CAUTION Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer 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 remove the battery follow these steps 1 Slide the bat...

Page 32: ...2 Remove the battery from the battery bay 2 26 Chapter 5 Maintenance ...

Page 33: ... pressing the power button Then shut down the computer through the operating system Removing the hard drive To remove the hard drive follow these steps 1 Save your work shut down the computer and close the display 2 Disconnect all external devices that are connected to the computer 3 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 4 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 5 Remove the battery fro...

Page 34: ...ter 2 Installing a hard drive To install a hard drive follow these steps 1 Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay 1 and then connect the hard drive cable to the system board 2 2 Align the tabs 1 on the service cover with the notches on the computer 3 Close the service cover 2 28 Chapter 5 Maintenance ...

Page 35: ...upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot 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 any procedure ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded...

Page 36: ... down the computer 1 Save your work shut down the computer and close the display 2 Disconnect all external devices that are connected to the computer 3 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet 4 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface 5 Remove the battery from the computer 6 Loosen the service cover screws 1 7 Lift the service cover 2 away from the computer and then remove it 8 If you are ...

Page 37: ...e it in an electrostatic safe container 9 Insert a new memory module 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 a Align the notched edge 1 of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot b With the memory module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment press the m...

Page 38: ...nt damage to the memory module be sure that you do not bend the memory module 10 Align the tabs 1 on the service cover with the notches on the computer 11 Close the cover 2 12 Tighten the service cover screws 3 13 Replace the battery 14 Turn the computer right side up and then reconnect external power and external devices 15 Turn on the computer 32 Chapter 5 Maintenance ...

Page 39: ...d antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad can cause the pointer to jump around on the screen To avoid this clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth and wash your hands frequently when using the computer WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to clean...

Page 40: ...elp you safeguard your information and restore it if ever needed This chapter provides information on the following topics Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive HP Recovery Manager software feature Performing a system restore from the partition recovery discs or a recovery flash drive Backing up your information Recovering a program or driver 34 Chapter 6 Backup and recovery ...

Page 41: ... or the flash drive after setting up the computer for the first time NOTE HP Recovery Manager allows the creation of only one set of recovery discs or one recovery flash drive Handle these discs or flash drive carefully and keep them in a safe place NOTE If your computer does not include an integrated optical drive you can use an optional external optical drive purchased separately to create recov...

Page 42: ...overy Manager HP Recovery Manager restores only software that was preinstalled at the factory Software not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer s Web site or reinstalled from the disc provided by the manufacturer Restoring using the dedicated recovery partition select models only When using the dedicated recovery partition there is an option to back up pictures musi...

Page 43: ...d then restart the computer or Insert the recovery flash drive into a USB port on your computer and then restart the computer NOTE If the computer does not automatically restart in the HP Recovery Manager the computer boot order needs to be changed 3 Press f9 at system bootup 4 Select the optical drive or the flash drive 5 Follow the on screen instructions Performing a system restore 37 ...

Page 44: ...ormed if the computer has a virus attack or if any major system components fail In order to correct computer issues a recovery should first be attempted before a system restore is attempted You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive a network drive or discs Back up your system at the following times At regularly scheduled times TIP Set reminders to back up your information...

Page 45: ...fore you start the backup process Allow enough time to complete the backup process Depending on file sizes it may take over an hour To create a backup 1 Select Start Control Panel System and Security Backup and Restore 2 Follow the on screen instructions to schedule and create a backup NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer You may be prompte...

Page 46: ...odically whenever the computer is functioning optimally NOTE If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind you can reverse the restoration Create a system restore point 1 Select Start Control Panel System and Security System 2 In the left pane click System Protection 3 Click the System Protection tab 4 Follow the on screen instructions Restore to a previous date and time To revert to ...

Page 47: ...7 Customer support Contacting customer support Labels 41 ...

Page 48: ...P NOTE For worldwide support click Contact HP worldwide on the left side of the page or go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact_us html Here you can Chat online with an HP technician NOTE When technical support chat is not available in a particular language it is available in English E mail HP Customer Support Find HP Customer Support worldwide telephone numbers Locate an HP service cent...

Page 49: ...he Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is located on the bottom of the computer Regulatory label Provides regulatory information about the computer The regulatory label is affixed to the inside of the battery bay Wireless certification label or labels select models only Provide information about optional wireless devices and the appr...

Page 50: ...a standalone DC power source it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications Input power Rating Operating voltage and current 18 5 V dc 3 5 A 65W NOTE This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 V...

Page 51: ...35 C 41 F to 95 F Nonoperating 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft Operating environment 45 ...

Page 52: ... 8 D digital media slot identifying MultiMedia Card MMC 9 Secure Digital SD Memory Card 9 display image switching 18 E esc key identifying 7 external monitor port identifying 9 F f11 36 fn key identifying 7 H hard drive installing 28 removing 27 hard drive light identifying 10 HDMI port identifying 9 headphone audio out jack 9 Help and Support action key 18 hotkeys Help and Support 18 HP Recovery ...

Page 53: ... 45 network jack identifying 9 rotating TouchPad gesture 24 S screen brightness keys 18 screen image switching 18 scrolling TouchPad gesture 23 security cable slot security cable slot identifying 8 serial number 43 serial number computer 43 service cover identifying 12 setup of WLAN 15 supported discs 35 system recovery 36 system restore points 40 T TouchPad buttons 5 using 20 TouchPad gestures pi...